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BOTTISHAM PARISH COUNCIL 12/04 UNCONFIRMED
MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETING VILLAGE COLLEGE – 6th December 2004
Neal Young (who was accompanied by his wife Anthea) outlined the problems the couple had had as a result of anti-social behaviour associated with the Parish Council owned bus shelter opposite their home. They had been the target of harassment and suffered noise late at night since they had moved in 15 years ago. He questioned the suitability of the building itself as a bus shelter in that it had solid walls, was open to the elements and did not have a clean seating area. Its only use as far as they were aware was as a meeting place or for people (not only youngsters) to sit. smoke and cause a disturbance. They felt that although the Police were now involved and that an arrest had recently been made no one has done anything to help. He asked the Council to give some thought to their problem and to come up with a solution. It was acknowledged that a similar problem had arisen about 8 years ago when the Council had monitored the problem. The villagers had been asked at an Annual meeting if they wished the shelter to be removed and there had been a resounding NO. The youngsters involved at that time had now become responsible citizens. The Cllrs felt that although the Parish owned the shelter they could not be held responsible for any disturbance caused – that was a matter for the Police. It was suggested that a diary of incidents be kept but Mr Young had done this for quite a long period to find the Police did not then use it. It was agreed that the broader issue of anti-social behaviour would be an Agenda item at the January meeting. The Council was sympathetic to the distress that had been caused. Mr Young was thanked for bringing the matter to our attention in such a clear and lucid way. He and his wife left the meeting shortly afterwards.
The meeting was then formally opened
PRESENT - Cllrs Astill, Bryant, Buchanan, Clark, Clarke, O’Dell, San Vicente and Tilley (Chairman) attended. County Cllr Fitch, District Cllr Leake and Neil Woodward attended for part of the meeting.
1. APOLOGIES were received from Cllrs Bailey, Boal and Morris and District Cllr McLean
2. MINUTES. Item 7 Committee report for Planning 2nd line was amended to include - after Clerk “after consultation with the Chairman of the Planning Committee”. The minutes of the meeting held on 1st November were then agreed and signed
3. MATTERS ARISING These were dealt with under specific agenda items.
4. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT Cllr Tilley reported on the recent Parish Forum meeting at Ely a. The background to the setting of the District Council Budget for 2005/06 was given - the hope is that either no increase or a minimal increase will be set. This is dependent on Government funding. b. The cost of collection of both household rubbish and green waste is escalating and this is under discussion at ECDC. c. There are new schemes being set up involving many differing departments concerning anti-social behaviour. Regular surgeries are planned to deal with the most persistent offenders. This will be further discussed in the January meeting. d. There is a continuing need for social housing in communities. Parish Councils are to be asked to locate suitable areas for development and involve local landowners in forming Charitable Land Trusts. This will be an agenda item in January.
The Clerk Sylvia Overton is to resign from her position on 31st July 2005. The process for a replacement will be a future agenda item.
5. COMMITTEE REPORT – alteration from agenda as listed FINANCE - Cllr Clarke reported on the Finance Meeting of 22nd November.The precept for 2005/06 was discussed. It was recommended that S137 grants be awarded to Bottisham Community Library, Bottisham Players and Bottisham Action for Youth Group and a contingency figure of £500 maintained. Grants to Bottisham Village College for a Youth Development Officer were refused as this was deemed to be a County Council responsibility and the Bottisham Primary School application for £300 for a new PC for the nursery and reception class was also refused as government money should have been used for basic provision of equipment now that the Primary school is a recognized ITC school. These recommendations from the Finance committee were confirmed. The precept for £18000 for 2005/06 was explained in detail and recommended by Cllr E Clarke, seconded by Cllr N Clarke and was approved unanimously. A claim to S137 had been received after the meeting from First Bottisham Rainbows for £300 towards running costs. After discussion it was proposed by Cllr N Clarke and seconded by Cllr Tilley that a grant of £300 be made towards running costs but not for census payments to the Guiding Association or a build up of funds. This was agreed unanimously.
The guidelines for the granting of S137 payments for 2006/07 will need further discussion.
Increases in interment fees and cemetery charges aligned to the current Parochial Church Council charges were proposed by Cllr N Clark seconded by Cllr Astill and unanimously approved. It was agreed that the charges would come into effect on 1st January 2005.
A copy of the Register of Insurable Risks adopted by the Finance Committee at their meeting on 22nd November as a living document was given to Cllrs. All Cllrs should be aware of the corporate risks and advise of any changes necessary to the Register to update it. Cllr Buchanan seconded by Cllr N Clark recommended its adoption and this was agreed unanimously.
Cllr E Clarke was thanked for his work on the preparation of the precept and risk register. He then left the meeting.
6. REPORTS OF COUNTY AND DISTRICT COUNCILLORS. County Cllr Fitch reported that a. The surveys for the Jointly Funded Minor Highways Improvement bids have been made but not costed. Cllr Fitch was asked to ascertain if the improved cycle path presently under construction in Great Wilbraham in South Cambridgeshire District Council could be part of a longer route linked with the A1303 footpath that urgently needs attention. b. The Risk Management Plan for the Fire Authority had been finalized and the government grant for 2005/06 is greater than expected. c. The policy on the provision of sprinklers for all schools is under consideration. Residential schools will have sprinklers installed soon but there will be a survey to assess priority. d. A decision is expected this week on the new site for Marshalls airport and associated works. e. The Police are currently checking on cyclists without lights and those offending will be charged and fined. f. The Fordham by pass is likely to be further delayed as gas mains have to be moved. Additional government funding has been given to cover the costs. g. The Social Services Team is to encourage people to claim benefits. The County Council is credited with the number of claimants in the setting of government funding. h. Cllr Fitch together with Cllr Astill had met Stephen Tebbit near the gate on the Green Lane near MuckDungle corner after fly tipping of garden waste. This will be removed. Cllr Fitch stated that he was not willing to provide a written report to accompany the agenda.
The written District Council report was noted. a. Cllr Leake reported that the Government revenue support grant for 2005/06 was larger than had been expected but had not been finally agreed. b. The Swimming Pool at Ely has been closed pending expensive necessary repair work. c. Cllrs Leake and Fitch had met with the Police Community Beat Officer – Tony Payne at the Primary school during the afternoon collection time. A message explaining the poor parking and excessive speed had been included in the school newsletter. The imposition of double yellow lines on the roadway opposite the school to come into operation at the start and end of the school day is being considered. d. Cllr Leake will try to arrange a Safe, Well and Warm Surgery in Bottisham.
The County and District Cllr then left the meeting.
7. CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence as listed to 29th November was noted.
Additional correspondence received 30th November to 6th December Reporting procedures relating to graffiti and the relative indemnity forms will be discussed with other anti-social measures at the next meeting. December Neighbourhood Watch letter There were 6 notified crimes in Bottisham in the period 2nd November to 2nd December. Hereward Housing Winter 2004 magazine
8. COMMITTEE REPORTS a. PLANNING. Cllr Buchanan reported on the planning meeting of 1st December. Unconfirmed minutes had been circulated by e-mail. Copies were tabled at the meeting. a. The Planning Department at ECDC state that plans are not yet available on the East Cambridgeshire website. b. Full Council discussed application 04/01318/FUL – 63-65 Bell Rd. Cllrs accepted the recommended comments. It was felt that this application could open discussion at ECDC on the principle of opening up this and other areas to comply with current Planning guidelines on land density. c. 04/01299/LBC and 04/01300/FUL – Stocks 76-78 High Street. Cllrs accepted the recommended comments. It was noted that the property would be used for mixed housing and as retail premises. The upholstery business could be classified as light industrial but this would be considered by ECDC.
Comments for all applications are to be returned to ECDC.. (Planning continued) d. It was agreed that the Council did not wish to name new streets after individuals. e. It was noted that Cllrs not on the Planning committee who received notice of a possible contentious plan should see the plans before making comments.
d. The unconfirmed minutes of 1st December were then adopted.
Neil Woodward then left the meeting.
b. ENVIRONMENT AND CEMETERY. Eastern Tree Surgery will be asked to remove the self-seeded trees from the cemetery hedge.
The notes accompanying the agenda were adopted. 9. NOTIFIED BUSINESS a. It was agreed that the Clerk would write to Peter Hains Warden of Bottisham Village College thanking him for serving the village and community so well over the last 7 years. b. Tony Payne is to be asked to attend the meeting on 10th January 2005
10. ACCOUNTS Signed at the meeting by Cllrs N Clarke and Tilley.
S Overton – Salary 285.00Laura Petley – Litter Picking – two rounds 55.00 Leo Bond – Litter Picking 30.00 T Bugg –11th churchyard/cemetery grass cuts and 4th old cemetery cut 254.00 T Bugg –11th village grass cut 310.00T Bugg – Hedge cuts and clearing of ivy from memorial 235.00CALC – publications 3.00ACRE – Subscription Renewal 25.00CCC - Photocopying 43.05
Next Meeting –Monday 10th January 2005 7.30pm Round Room Bottisham Village College.
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