MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 13TH FEBRUARY 2012 [DRAFT]
Present:. Cllr Mrs J. Newman, Chairman,
Cllrs R. Bourton, N. Crocker, S. Hinson, J. Pullen and Mrs V. Stubbings.
Also present: 7 members of the public. Cllr groom attended for a short period
Before the meeting opened, members of the Community Speedwatch Team gave a presentation on the work so far, and explained how the equipment works, and action taken by the police on drivers who exceed the speed limit. It was noted with dismay that some 605of drivers exceed the 30mph limit through the Village. Action requested is covered in item 4 below.
1. The minutes of the meeting held on 9th January 2012 were considered. Cllr Stubbings proposed that all reports given to the Council should form part of the minutes. Carried. The minutes were then signed. Clerk will publish them as an annex to, but forming part of the proceedings. They will also appear in thois format on the notice board and website.
2. Planning.
a. 12/00006. 50A Broad Town Road. The new garage will be forward of the building line.
b. 12/00052. Construction of manege at Cotmarsh. Concern about stadium lighting in the open countryside. Clerk
3. Finance.
a. Clerk noted that the annual rental for Redhills of £100 had been waived pending CAT
b. Two cheques were approved to pay for posts and other items for the erection of the notice board at Thornhill
R. Bourton £10.84
B. Smith £47.40
4. Community Speedwatch. The following items were discussed. The report is at Annex A.
a. It was agreed that the team would forward monthly reports to the Clerk, who would incorporate them into the minutes, and as part of the PC npotes in the 'News'.
b. It was considered important that the public understand that a laser gun, not camera, is used and this only identifies the speed of the vehicle. There is no personality involvement.
c. There are running costs involved in the scheme. The estimated cost, covering batteries, stationery etc from inception until 2014 will total £500. It was agreed that this expense is properly part of the PC responsibility. Clerk is to seek advice from the Area Board about funding. Clerk
5. Following a letter from Wiltshire Council that a new member was to be co-opted, Standing Order 36 was invoked to enable a proposal by Cllr Pullen to be put before the meeting. It was proposed that
"Mrs Donna Pointing be invited to join the Parish Council as a member. Seconded by Cllr Newman. Carried. Mrs Ponting accepted, and signed the Declaration of Acceptance of Office.
6. CAT Redhills.. A letter from the solicitors Winton Raynes was discussed. It was agreed to carry on with the transfer. Clerk is to reply to the letter. Clerk
7. Reports. Cllr Stubbings gave the following briefings on meetings she had attended. Her reports are at Annes B.
a. CATG meeting. 12 Feb 12. It is hoped to complete the work by the end of March 2012.
b. Area Board. 25 Jan 12. Wiltshire Core Strategy, the future of RAF Lyneham, and the new rubbish collection plans.
c. Neighbourhood Forum. The new name is Royal Wootton Basdsett and Cricklade Area Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group.
8. Parish Matters.
a. Road surface between the Pumping Station and Common Farm at Thornhill is breaking up, probably because of a water leak. Clerk has written to Wessex Watwer about the leak; Cllr Stubbings will report the road surface to CLARENCE.
b. Road at Rayners is now subject to continual water running fron the scrap yard. Recent weather conditions have made this a safety hazard. Clerk will report.
c. Nobody would accept the invitation of tea with the Bishop.
(signed) R.J. Davey, Clerk to the Council. 15th Feb 12
Annexes.
A. Report from Community Speedwatch Team Page 8&9. Statistical summary available on main notice board.
B. Report from Cllr Stubbings on
CATG meeting 12 Feb 12 page10
Area Board 25 Jan 12 page 10
Neighbourhood Forum 1 Feb 12 page 11
Annex B.
To be completed