Minutes Parish Council Meeting 12th October 2017

This was noted, and that the process would need to be followed.  Additional it was also noted that the position of Mrs Scarlett was also now vacant due to resignation, so a further notice will be advertised for the Silverdale Ward.

RESOLVED to sign the minutes as a true and accurate record.  Noted that the electrics for the Christmas tree at the top of the Parade were a hazard and Aspire were in the process of firming up the costs to put this right.  It was agreed that further to the agreement at the last meeting and the H&S urgency, to approve an amount of up to £700 in principle, subject to the application being considered at the November meeting.  

DJ noted that a new care provider has been commissioned, but due to issues with communication individuals can opt in to retain their existing for additional costs.  All to let DJ know of any individuals who need assistance in this matter.  DJ has been looking at school transport issues and bus passes for SENs and children who live further than 3 miles away from the school.  Pot holes have been filled in in the High Street.  Further pot holes to be reported asap due to additional funding available.  GS has been dealing with the Pepper Street parking and speeding. Few cases had been reported to parish councilors regarding offensive smells from the landfill.  The mineral line has been littered with rubbish in places and Street Scene have been asked to clean it up.  Ibstocks to be asked to clean up the football field.  CS has asked NBC to clean off the offensive graffiti.    A Dispersal order was in place for the weekend before, due to ASB issues occurring across several areas.    The Clerk was asked to report the damaged roof of the pumping station to Severn Trent Water (adj to 400 Silverdale Road).    DJ reported that the traffic survey was now in progress for Pepper Street, to support findings from the evidence gathered.  Noted that motorbikes were accessing the mineral line and the County and Borough are working together to resolve this.  GS is to chase up Peter Stepian to find out why the measures were not installed as budgeted.    DJ to chase up the county and findings to be discussed on the next agenda.

Clerk

GS

DJ next agenda

RESOLVED to approved the draft budget as per attached and to agree in principle to retain the precept at £18.92 per property.   Draft budget to be displayed for public consultation.

It was discussed that if possible we could hold a children’s Christmas party with the Elim Church at the Working Men’s club – CS to speak with the Elim Church and to bring a proposal back to the next meeting. 

RESOLVED to apply to Ibstocks to fund the consultancy costs for the HLF bid. 

Clerk 

CS Next

agenda

Clerk

CS left the room during the items on planning.

17/00754/FUL | Two storey rear extension with balcony and replacement front wall. | 5 Mill Street Silverdale Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 6PF

RESOLVED to request that the new front retaining wall is built in materials which are in keeping with the existing and surrounding areas, preferably stonework. CS returned to the room.

Aspire art work plans for Pepper Street green space (by roundabout) – it was agreed to provide the following comments:

The Parish Council welcomed the proposal in principle to present the historic landmark sculpture for the village, however site lines need to be set back sufficiently from the roundabout on Pepper Street/Scot Hay Road, so that vehicles are not distracted or hindered by the artwork.

RESOLVED that the Clerk check with MM if bin required on Sutton Avenue, if so to approve the purchase of.

Parish Grit bins need checking and refilling before the cold weather starts – Mr C Spence CS to inform Rob Steele/Highways which bins require filling of grit.

Clerk

CS

HA attended a site visit to view the facilities.  Agree to monitor the premises.

It was noted that the ownership outcome is still awaited.  DJ is following this up and will provide an update when available.

DJ

Review for Ilkley Place and the creation of a new Parish Councillor for Parksite  

Petition has been started by CS and HA.  So far 40 signatures have been obtained.  GS to speak to the school regarding asking the parents to complete a slip to add to the petition.

GS/CS/HA

The traffic survey is under way.  The second lollipop lady is expected to be recruited soon.  Road signs are also expected to be put in place.

It was agreed that the information be supplied to the County Council for their agreement and the cameras purchased, once approval had been obtained.  It was suggested that the cameras were trialled for 6 weeks.

CS/Clerk

Clerk to ask Rhonda Gallimore to see if it was County owned or not.  If it is, what the plans for it.  If not, Clerk to obtain quotes for refurbishment and replacement.

Clerk Next agenda

Clerk

It was agreed that a draft newsletter will be discussed at the next meeting.  This will be printed and hand delivered.

Clerk

A bid to be submitted to fund the consultancy costs for the community engagement.

Noted that the tender responses are expected end of Oct, and the outcome for the Red Industries funding is expected end of November.   

AR

HA circulated a document which set out the Government consultation on the housing needs base calculations.  This may adjust the current figures used in the strategic options for the Joint Local Plan.

RESOLVED to pay the following:

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Receipts

 29.09.17       Interest Sept                                                  0.38