Extracts from the MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF BARLESTONE PARISH COUNCIL HELD ON Tuesday 11^th December 2007 AT THE NEW PAVILION, BARLESTONE

 

PRESENT:  Mr. D. Crane, Mr. E. Hartshorn, Mr. M. Brotherhood, Mr. L. Moore, Mr. D. Reid, Mr. T. Ellul,

                   Mr. P. Enston, Mrs. M. Richardson

                   C.Cllr Ivan Ould

Apologies:    B.Cllr Bill Crooks – The Clerk read out his report to the meeting.

 

C.Cllr Ould spoke about general issues with relation to Leicestershire County Council.

The Nailstone Colliery site went to public appeal.  There was a good turnout and the decision is now with the Inspector, this should go to the government in the next week.

Bull in the Oak – there have been further accidents at this junction, some serious and C.Cllr Ould is still of the opinion there should be a roundabout there, he hopes to be in touch with the planners before too long.

The proposed roundabout at the Redgate Inn has been shelved for the moment by the County Council.

The members had discussions regarding local issues.

 

Minutes of the Previous Meeting

The minutes of the previous meeting in November having been circulated were proposed as a true record by Mrs. Richardson, seconded M.Brotherhood.

 

 

2          Matters Arising

The Chairman had spoken to a representative of the Football club with regard to pitch marking and was assured that weed killer was not used.

 

Community Association – A reply had been received from the County Council with regard to the community areas and a number of their queries will be answered.  A copy of the letter sent to the County Council was also sent to the Charity Commissioners.

 

Planning Applications

07/01323/FUL – Erection of 2 Bungalows (amendment) land r/o 5 Main St, Barlestone.

07/01336/CTPO – Work to Trees fronting 73 Newbold Rd

07/01146/FUL – 26 Newbold Rd, Barlestone, Ext &  alteration

 

Finance

a) Accounts for payment

Proposed D.Reid, seconded T.Ellul that the accounts listed be paid.

b)Quotations for discussion

Quotation received Mr. S.P.Brotherhood            re speed hump.

                   Mr. D.J. Irons re speed hump

                              Prestons – Grounds Maintenance 2008

 

M.Brotherhood declared an interest.

 

The quotations for the speed hump need to be clarified before a decision can be made.

Proposed E.Hartshorn, seconded P.Enston that the quotation re Ground Maintenance is accepted, all agreed.

 

d)  Grant Requests

a)  First Responders – after discussion proposed by E.Hartshorn, seconded Mrs. Richardson that a £500 donation is made to the organisation.

b)  Pride Alarms – it was felt that if a Barlestone resident requested an alarm then the Parish Council would consider the application.

 

 

 

7          Police Forum Report

M.Brotherhood attended a meeting where Cutting Crime was on the main agenda, he handed the paperwork to Mrs. Richardson.

Mrs.Richardson reported that the Crime & Safety Forum had met the previous evening and that 3 Police Officers were in attendance.

The Police Surgery had been well attended and was very successful – there is to be a further surgery in February.

Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator for the area was again discussed but it was felt that more details were required before a decision could be made.

E.Hartshorn felt that this was a role for community volunteers.

 

Playing Field

a)  Equipment Required

No meeting has been held yet to discuss this but we need to obtain a grant form from the Borough.

 

           

Cemetery incl Memorial Gardens for Cremated Remains

a)  Cemetery Charges

As above, proposed increases at 5%.

A puddle has developed outside the cemetery gates and the Highways Dept. will be contacted.

 

            b)  Hedge St.Giles Church yard.

The Chairman will contact the Tree Surgeon again with regard to the trimming back of the trees and a quotation will be requested re the cut and laying of the hedge.

           

May Meadow

a)  Boardwalk

This boardwalk has been closed due to inclement weather and also the fact that it is in need of repair in places, the Clerk to contact Ibstock fencing.

The Chairman is to enquire about mole draining of the field area when the weather is suitable.

 

Wheel

Gillivers (Heard of England Co-op) have painted the wheel and it was felt  sign should be placed on the hub of the wheel to this effect.

The lighting of the tree was a good event, the public assembled and carols were sung around the tree.

Warm mince pies and sweets were distributed.

Thanks must go to all who helped with the lighting of the tree, especially Mr. David Reid and Mr. Ronnie Enston who did a great job.

 

Date of Next Meeting Tuesday 8^th January 2007.