THURLTON PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES of MEETING held on 10th October 2011
PRESENT C.Cook(Clerk), H. Longman, J. Berry, M. Ball, P. Jackson, J. O’Leary, W. Kemp, A. Wright, J. Rampling and C. Smith a representative from NRCC and 3 members of the public.
- 1. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE received from L. Chenery, S. Hannant & A. Tomkinson (County Councillor)
- 2. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST – Chairperson asked for any declarations of interest. None declared
- 3. MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING held on 12th September 2011 were agreed as a true representation of meetings
Proposed by P. Jackson seconded by J. Berry
- 4. COUNTY/DISTRICT COUNCILLORS, COMMUNITY POLICING, LOCAL ORGANISATIONS, CLUBS AND INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES -– REPORTS / INFORMATION.
The Meeting commenced at 7pm to have a discussion with Norton PC regarding the Parish Councils individual and/or joint responses to the current Local Development Framework consultation documents.
At Thurlton Council’s September meeting it was suggested that for the purpose of the LDF we should be classed jointly as one service village rather than two. On previous versions of LDF/Local Plan we were classed as one service village. At the previous Thurlton Parish Council meeting it was agreed that if we had to go independently our preferred options for sites are 1033, 1086 and 613a. If we go jointly with Norton then we may need to review the preferred sites. This was discussed with representatives of Norton Subcourse PC. It was agreed that they will consider the situation at their next meeting and inform Thurlton P.C. of their conclusions in time for either joint and or individual responses to the consultation.
A representative from Norfolk Rural Community Council outlined and answered questions on the NRCC good neighbour scheme. It was suggested that representative(s) attend Thurlton PC open day on the 22nd October to promote the scheme.
W. Kemp (District Councillor) gave a report.
Police (by e-mail) reported 2 recorded crimes in September. Officers are also warning residents in Norfolk to be vigilant following incidents where the offenders involved have claimed to be police officers. Article to newsletter.
Information had been received from N. Will regarding the use of the Church room as a commercial Cookery Club. Response required to question whether there is a need for change in use if this is a commercial venture. Also inform that H. Longman has previously prepared some accessibility plans.
It was reported that planning permission for extension to storage area in the Village Hall is being applied for. Screening of films is being reviewed. Halloween Supper is next fundraising event.
- 5. MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF P.C. ASSETS
Playing Field Assn still needs to install signs/notice boards, paths and more benches. Paul Arnold has offered to negotiate a price for these and also step in re the ball court surfacing, as a Fellow of the RS Civil Engineers, he will write a letter to be forwarded to SMP under ‘Latent Defects’ which is a ten year clause covering engineering works. Quiz nights recommence on 17th October,
Clerk to contact P. Arnold regarding Gates for the top of Mill Lane.
Items from ROSPA inspection which still need attention were self close gates on toddler area. Also the wet pour at edges need weeds removed and infill. It was suggested that we use weed killer prior to working party on the 22nd October. H. Longman to check availability of resin.
Clerk authorised to purchase weed killer, resin as required etc prior to working party.
Parish Open Day and working party on 22nd October. See agenda item 9
6. HIGHWAY/TRAFFIC CALMING/FOOTPATH MATTERS
Complaint on state of footpath on Low Rd was discussed with Jessica Mace (owner of Mallards) They are prepared to help with the maintenance of the footpath providing the ownership of the land on which the footpath is situated can be resolved. Their neighbour believes the land belongs to them. I have spoken to the footpath officer who will review the situation when time permits
Outstanding potholes have been reported again together with overgrowth on Beccles Rd opposite Queens Head. Clerk to contact owner of property.
7. PLANNING
The response to site specifics and proposals for Local Development Framework will be dependant on response from Norton Subcourse PC. and will be agreed at November meeting.
8. CHEQUES
BT Phone & BB £87.88
C. Cook Clerks Wages etc £378.15
HMC & R C. Cook Tax £92.60
NTTVH Hire of Hall £8.50
C. Barber Grounds Maintenance 2011 £550.00
K. Cox Wardens wages £31.92
Cash Petty Cash £30.00
A. O’Leary Rural Youth in Europe expenses £363.35
Proposed by J. Berry seconded by M. Ball that cheque payments be authorised.
- PARISH PLAN
The current situation regarding Community Composting, particularly with regard siting, was discussed. W. Kemp (District Councillor) commented on the possible implications of refusing a grant. A poll of allotment holders was suggested to ascertain views on incorporating the scheme within the allotments. Some re-allocation of plots would be necessary to achieve this
There has been a poor response to the Environmental improvement grant questionnaires. Aran Services will have a stand at the Open Day on 22nd October and send canvassers around the village.
The South Norfolk Association for Rural Youth Join Europe has been formed and the draft application will be circulated
A further development of this project is that there was a meeting at SNDC attended by Marta and Fidel from Spain, NRCC, Volunteer Norfolk, Momentum and NCC, H. Longman and Armana Handley to discuss proposals for joint working with Spain and other EU countries on youth volunteer training and youth organisations networking.
Posters required for open meeting on 22nd October
10. COMMUNICATION
We have been short listed for two EDP Pride in Norfolk Awards, Village of the Year and Forward to the Future
Articles for November newsletter itemised previously.
11. GENERAL DISCUSSION
J. Hannant asked the Parish Council for their support in the plans to revive the frolic. To next agenda.
He also presented a petition requesting a skate board park on the playing field. This to be passed on to the Playing field Association
12. DATE OF NEXT MEETING 14th November 2011
NOB meeting closed at 9.35pm
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