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Minutes of a Meeting of the Wickhambrook Parish Council Estates
Committee
11th May 2004 at 7.30 p.m. in All Saints Church Meeting Room |
Present
Cllrs. J. Wilson (Chairman), A. Harrison, K. Merritt
P. Miller
Clerk P. Miller
1. Apologies for absence
P. Bayman
2. Declarations of interest in agenda
items
There were no declarations of interest.
3.
Minutes of meeting of 6th April
The previously issued minutes were taken as read and signed.
4. Matters arising
Minute 15.1. The Clerk reported that the matter of the potholes
at Coltsfoot Close had been referred to the full Parish Council
meeting. It was noted that remedial action had been taken. |
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5. Finance
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| 5.1 The following payments were approved |
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| 5.1.1 |
1103 |
DR King & Son |
Grounds contract 2003/4 – final payment |
394.62 |
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Tree surgery – six acres |
76.38 |
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Ditch clearance – Coltsfoot Green |
170.37 |
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125 |
DR King & Son |
Spoil removal – Teen Project |
229.12 No.2 a/c |
| 5.2 The following income was noted |
| 5.2.1 |
100082 |
Easter Fair |
Fundraising - Teen Project maintenance |
250.00 No.2 a/c |
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| 6. Teen Project |
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6.1 Routine safety inspections. The Clerk reported that he
had carried out weekly inspections. He had removed the goal
net as this was insecure. No other new safety issues had been
noted.
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6.2 Vandalism. Minor damage had been done to the fence and
to the surface of one ramp by outsiders. Neither were safety
issues. The damage and the names of the perpetrators had been
advised to PC England. Appropriate repair materials for the
ramp will to be discussed with EIBE.
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Clerk |
6.3 Outstanding work. The Clerk reported that he had arranged
an on-site meeting with the EIBE Project Engineer on 14th May
to discuss outstanding issues.
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Clerk |
6.4 Paving of entranceways. The Clerk tabled a quote for paving
of the entranceways to the skatepark and the section between
at cost of £697 + VAT. Sport England had been contacted
for approval to include this cost in the final grant settlement.
Any balance of cost could be met from funds already raised.
Resolved that the order be placed.
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Clerk |
6.5 Re-seeding adjacent areas. The Clerk tabled a quote for
the work at cost of £485 + VAT for making good and reseeding
plus £108 for temporary protective fencing. This work
was included in the Project costings. Resolved that the order
be placed.
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Clerk |
6.6 Access path. The Clerk tabled an estimate for a paved
access path from the car park to serve the Teen Project and
the children’s playground. The need for the path was approved
in principle and it was agreed that the Clerk should investigate
grant availability.
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Clerk |
7. Tree Warden's Report
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7.1 No report submitted.
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7.2 Tree surgery. The Clerk reported that work on the tree
between playground and Teen Project had been completed.
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| 8. Cemetery |
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8.1 Metal gates. The Clerk reported that repair of the gate
had been arranged.
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8.2 Inspections. P. Bayman had submitted a report indicating
no concerns.
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| 9. Playground |
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9.1 Routine safety inspections. No report submitted.
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9.2 Maintenance.
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9.2.1 Roundabout. The Clerk reported that he had examined
the roundabout and there appeared to be play in the bearing.
It did not constitute a safety hazard. Agreed that advice be
sought from Cllr. Claydon as he had previously carried out work
on the roundabout.
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| 9.2.2 Gate catches. Cllr. Wilson reported that he had installed
new catches on the top pedestrian gate and vehicle access gates.
A replacement lock was needed for the latter. |
Clerk |
| 9.2.3 Senior climber safety mat. Awaiting installation. |
PM/Clerk |
10. Six Acres
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10.1 Disabled access to Tennis Courts and Bowls Green. The
Clerk reported that the order had been placed and that he had
written to County Cllr. Jane Midwood regarding financial support
from her Locality Fund.
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Clerk |
10.2 Football.
10.2.1 Cllr. Wilson reported that he had spoken to the Chairman
of the Football Club who had confirmed the need for a second
pitch. Cllr. Wilson had requested that the Parish Council be
advised of the details of what is needed and confirmed that
the Football Club would be required to enter into an agreement
similar to that for other sports clubs.
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10.2.2 Cllr. Wilson reported that he had advised the Carnival
organisers that the Parish Council cannot approve a football
match being held on the six-acres on Carnival Day. If the Organisers
wish to proceed with the match they will be required to show
evidence of their own insurance cover for the event. The Clerk
was instructed to confirm in writing with copy to the Football
Club.
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Clerk |
| 10.3 Inspections. No report submitted. |
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| 11. Village Greens |
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11.1 Signage of Greens. History Society to be approached for
assistance.
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Clerk |
11.2 Moor Green.
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11.2.1 No-Parking signs. Awaiting erection.
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JW |
11.2.2 Vehicle access. The Clerk reported that he had verbally
advised approval and that the applicants had indicated that
they were willing to comply with the high curb requirement.
Approval to be confirmed in writing with plan of access.
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Clerk |
11.3 Attleton Green.
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| 11.3.1 Storm damage. Cllr. Wilson reported that the ground
had been made good. |
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12. Grounds maintenance
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12.1 Churchyard nature reserve. Cllr. Wilson reported that
he had discussed this with a representative of the PCC. As there
did not appear to be real concern it was agreed that the present
arrangements be maintained.
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| 13. Date of next meeting |
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Tuesday 8th June, 7.30 p.m. in All Saints Church Meeting Room
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| 14. Date of subsequent meeting |
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| Pending Annual Parish Council Meeting re. appointment of Committee.
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15. Any other business
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| 15.1 Nunnery Green amenity areas. The Clerk reported that
he had referred the non-cutting of the grass to Haverbury. The
work had now been done. |
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15.2 Thanks to the Committee. Cllr. Wilson expressed his
thanks to the members of the committee for their support over
the past year and for the period of his chairmanship.
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| Meeting closed at 8.30 p.m. |
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