Grampound with Creed Parish Council

Present:

Cllr. Hardaker (Chairman)

Cllr. Blayney

Cllr. Jenkins

Cllr. Lobb

Cllr. Lundie

Cllr. Paynter

Cllr. Sloan

Cllr. Tyler

Cllr. Webb

Cllr. Hunkin (CCC)

Mrs Thompson (Clerk)

Minute

AGENDA ITEMS

Action

Chairman’s Welcome and Public Forum – the Chairman welcomed those present, with a particularly warm welcome to Cllr. Hunkin and Mr Gane.

Mr Gane spoke regarding the planning application for 9 New Hill/ Pepo Lane, to which he objected. He voiced concerns about the increase in traffic and the danger to pedestrians, who regularly use Pepo Lane; and to the close proximity to his own property.

93/2007

Apologies for Absence – Cllrs. Mrs Egerton and Penhaligon and PC Orton. Cllr. Hunkin apologised and said he will have to leave early. In view of this the Chairman asked if there was anything they wished to bring to the attention of Cllr. Hunkin. Cllr. Mrs Tyler spoke regarding the poor state of the roads from Pepo Lane to Nantellan, which now has a lot of mud on it. Cllr. Hunkin will investigate.

Cllr. Hunkin

94/2007

Members’ Declarations :

1. Declarations of Interest, in Accordance with the Agenda – none

2. Declarations of Gifts over £25 – Cllr. Hardaker remarked that he had received a box of chocolates from a grateful resident.

95/2007

Minutes of the Meeting held on 14th June 2007 – Minute 76/2007 was amended to read: “…Dr Dean Jenkins.” With this amendment the Minutes were AGREED as a true record.

96/2007

Casual Vacancy –– it was unanimously AGREED to co-opt Dr Jenkins

97/2007

Police Liaison – PC Orton sent his apologies and a written report, a copy of which is on file. He will introduce the new PSO, Paul Roberts, to Members at a future meeting. Cllr. Paynter reported a rumour that the activities in the layby had now moved to the public toilets on the Recreation Ground. The Clerk to report this to PC Orton.

Clerk

98/2007

Traffic Matters –

1. Bench, Fore Street – Minute 77b/2007 refers. Highways has agreed to the proposed location. The Chairman reported the base must be installed by an approved contractor. The Clerk is experiencing problems getting someone to provide a quotation. The Clerk will write to Mr Norman Baines, the owner of the premise adjacent to the proposed site of the bench.

2. 2nd Speed Warning Light/Hand-held Speed Device – standing item. Minute 77c/2007 refers. In view of the time that has lapsed since the traffic speed survey was taken it was felt it is too late to pursue additional statistical information. It was suggested the next speed survey should be taken near the fish shop. 

3. Grass Verges – Minute 77d/2007 refers. Members were pleased to learn the grass verge opposite the Chinese restaurant had been turfed. Cllr. Webb reported that only the top inch of soil had been removed, so the bindweed problem may not have been dealt with. The rainy weather had meant that volunteers had not been needed to keep the turf watered.
   It was reported that the weed spraying Agency Agreement has been received from Highways, and is worth £146.50 pa.

5. Bollards – Minute 77e/2007 refers. Cllr. Hardaker undertook to paint one of the bollards, in the hope this would lead to volunteers coming forward to do the rest.

6. Road Signage – Minute 77f/2007 refers. Highways have indicated the signage at the Probus/Trewithen roundabout, the Grampound Road turning; and the lack of a sign to Mevagissey, at the eastern end of Fore Street are in accordance with County policy. Cllr. Hardaker remarked we had reached an impasse.
   Cllr. Mrs Sloan asked about the layby near the Hewaswater turn, and the illegal advertising there. It was reported that Restormel are believed to be dealing with this.

7. Creed Lane – Minute 77g/2007 refers. Cllr. Hunkin reported on his discussion with Highways, regarding the issue of safety on this lane. Cllr. Hardaker said one of the major issues is that the hedges are not trimmed. Cllr. Hunkin undertook to take this point to Highways.
   Cllr. Hunkin reported he had knocked on every door in Mill Lane, where shrubs are overhanging the footpath to the Doctors’ Surgery, and asked that they be cut back.
   Cllr. Hardaker reported that one of the Council’s shrubs is blocking the view of traffic near the school. He was AUTHORISED to cut back the offending bush.
   Cllr. Paynter complained about the way the County clear the drains, which is to remove the debris and deposit it near the drain. Cllr. Hunkin agreed that this was policy.
   Cllr. Lobb reported that the drain near the new bus shelter is blocked. Cllr. Hardaker added that the cross drain in Old Hill was also blocked. The Clerk to report both these matters.
   The Clerk to follow up the repair to the pothole in Bartliever Hill.
   Pepo Lane – new signs have been erected and Cllr. Mrs Egerton is helping to locate the “old” sign for renovation.

8. Bypass – standing item.

Clerk

Clerk
Cllr. Hardaker

Cllr. Hunkin

Cllr. Hardaker

Clerk

Clerk

Cllr. Egerton

99/2007

Financial Matters

1. Accounts for Payment – Schedule No.4/2007-8, to a total of £846.29 was APPROVED for payment. Cheques were signed by Cllrs. Webb and Mrs Tyler.

2. Budget Monitor – copy circulated previously. The Clerk was instructed to approach Mr James Staunton, St Austell Breweries, to see if he can be of assistance with regards to renewing the gold leaf on the town clock numerals.

3. Payroll Giving Award – Clerk’s report refers. The logo for this award has been added to the Council’s letterhead and website.  

4. Review of Accounting Systems – Minute 78c/2007 refers. This item was deferred until the next meeting, as Cllr. Mrs Tyler and the Clerk had not had the opportunity to meet.

5. End of Year Accounts – noted the Audit Commission has approved the 2006/7 accounts.

Clerk

Cllr. Mrs Tyler / Clerk

100/2007

Planning Matters –

1. Planning Committee – Cllr. Blayney spoke regarding the Minutes of the Meeting held on 9th July 2007. In particular the Planning Committee had concerns about the number and type of applications at Trevilvas Farm. The access from either end is extremely narrow. It was AGREED to support the Planning Committee’s objection to the proposal for change of use to a redundant farm building. Clerk to inform Carrick District Council.
   Cllr. Hardaker asked if it would be possible to ascertain what the criterion is for notifying the neighbouring parishes.
   07/01047, 9 New Hill Estate – proposed detached house and double garage. This application had been received too late for discussion by the Planning Committee. It was AGREED to object to the proposal on the grounds that it would mean the destruction of an ancient Cornish hedge, the design of out-of-keeping and the access at this point would be a considerable danger. 
   Cllr. Hunkin left the Meeting at this point.

2. Grampound Development Plan – Minute 75/2007 refers. Cllr. Hardaker reported the letters, seeking expressions of interest, had gone out to prospective developers.

3. Mill Lane Development – Minute 80a/2007 refers. Cllr. Mrs Egerton had reported to the Clerk that the premise has a bio digester system and the Environment Agency has deemed this makes the effluent safe to discharge into the river. The Clerk to inform the resident, who had made the original complaint.

4. Tree Preservation Orders – Minute 89a/2007 refers.

   • It was noted that confirmation had been received from Mr Mark Hall, Planning, RBC that the trees on the Manor Tannery site will be considered as part of any planning application.

   • Restormel has requested further details of the trees proposed for preservation by TPOs. Cllr. Blayney will visit the site of the Manor Tannery and mark the location on the plan. Cllr. Webb said he felt that not all the trees in the Recreation Ground were worthy of preservation. He was advised to make representations to Restormel.
     Cllr. Webb reported that he had asked for the advertising sign to be removed from near the Community Village Hall.

5. ENF/07/0344, Dolphin Inn – an enforcement complaint has been made to Restormel, regarding illegal and unauthorised adverts.

Clerk

Cllr. Egerton

Clerk

Clerk

101/2007

Public Rights of Way

1. Golden Mill Footbridge – standing item. Nil to report.

2. Golden Mill Footpath – Minute 81a/2007 refers. Trewithen Estate had responded to say the path would be cleared as soon as possible. However, the path is still blocked, after a month.   

3. Mill Lane to Trevillick Footpath – Minute 81b/2007 refers. Cllr. Mrs Sloan will check to see if the debris blocking the footpath has been moved, if not, the Clerk will make an official report to CCC.

Clerk

Cllr. Sloan / Clerk

102/2007

Heritage Centre– Minute 82a/2007 refers. The application for funding is now ready for submission. Cllrs. Mrs Lundie, Mrs Sloan and Hardaker were thanked for all their work. The Clerk will send a letter to Mr Gareth Pinwell, Chief Executive Restormel to draw attention to the significant role played by Miss Emma Grigg in this project.

Clerk

103/2007

Renewable Energy – Minute 52a/2007 refers. Cllr. Hardaker reported a meeting had been convened by Mr David Rodda of the Cornwall Sustainable Energy Partnership (CSEP)/Cornwall Agricultural Council regarding the biomass project. A number of farmers had attended and one had expressed an interest.

104/2007

Grampound School & Community Hall –Minute 84/2007 refers. Cllr. Webb reported he had spoken to CCC representatives to address the Parish Council’s concerns regarding taking over management of the Community Hall, in the event of the Hall Committee folding. It was their opinion that it would be standard practice to only do so if there were no residual debts. They will draw up a new draft contract for submission to Mr Gareth Pinwell, Restormel’s Chief Executive.

105/2007

Council Meetings – Minute 88/2007 refers. It was AGREED to make the following changes, including appropriate amendments to the Standing Orders:

1. Full Council Meetings – Meetings to revert to the third Thursday of the month, with effect from August 2007.

2. Planning Meetings – Meetings to be held on the Tuesday in the week prior to the Full Council Meeting.

Clerk

106/2007

Calor Village of the Year – Cllr. Hardaker reported on the action taken so far, for the Judges’ Visit on Monday, 23rd July 2007.

107/2007

Diary Dates –

1. Code of Conduct Training – it was AGREED Cllrs. Mrs Sloan and the Clerk will attend on 24th July 2007.

2. Rosemullion Homes – Members were reminded of the meeting.

108/2007

Information Only Items –

1. Town Crier – Mr John Sweetman has injured his back, and it was AGREED to send him a “get well” letter.

2. Section 106 Agreement Seminar – Cllr. Blayney distributed a handout from the seminar and reported it was a useful event.

3. Miss Laura Blayney – it was reported that she had won an award for Youth Citizen, out of seven schools, which took part.  

Clerk