2018 Parish Council Minutes of Meetings

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Chairman’s comments

The Chairman thanked members for their attendance at the Remembrance Parade, those who took part in the village one and those who attended others.  He also thanked the Clerk and Roland Reece and the 4 volunteers who put the road barriers out during the parade.

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Apologies for absence and reason given

Cllr D Smith, C Rylott and M Hannay sent their apologies and reasons for absence which were accepted by the Council.

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Receipt of any declarations of interest in accordance with the requirements of the Localism Act 2011, and to consider any written requests for dispensations in relation to members’ disclosable pecuniary interests.

Cllr Bemrose declared a personal interest in Town Hall on the agenda as her mother is Chairman.

Cllr Ransome declared an interest in Planning as she is Vice Chairman on the planning committee at the Borough, she will take no part in discussions in this item. Cllr Ransome is also a member of the South East Lincolnshire Local Plan committee.

Cllrs Foster and Turner declared a personal interest in planning item B/18/0423 as the applicant is personally known to them.

Cllr Sharp declared a personal interest in planning item B/18/0432 as the applicant is personally known to him.

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Approval of the minutes of the previous meeting

It was resolved that the notes of the meeting held on the 18th October 2018, previously circulated, should be recorded as the minutes.

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Police Matters

Cllr Turner reported that the police had informed him that there were no outstanding local issues except the one outside the Youth Centre which is still ongoing.  The Police also informed Cllr Turner that they will keep an eye out for the youths that made a mess/noise in the churchyard.

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Viewpoints on questions from members of the public

No matters raised.

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Matters for the attention of Lincolnshire County Councillors/Boston Borough Councillors

 Cllr Ransome reported that the Enforcement Officer is keeping an eye on 123 Station Road to ensure that all conditions are adhered to prior to trading.

Cllr Austin reported that there are plans to repaint the white lines at the A52 junction at turning for Hubberts Bridge plus the red chevrons.

She also reported that there are short- and long-term plans regarding the flooding at Station Road/High Street in the village.

Cllr Austin also reported that although there was a full complement of chevrons on the roundabout, this was short lived, although they should all be in place by 2nd December.  The issues regarding the roundabout still need further investigation.

Cllr Brookes reported that the quick fixes regarding flooding were such things like desilting drains.  The Risk Management partners are meeting to tackle the issue long term.  It is likely that it will be approximately 2-3 years before any scheme is carried out (due to fundraising/planning etc).

Cllr Brookes also reported that the County Council will take requests for grit bins to be refilled from anyone, however, new bins requests will only be taken from such bodies as Parish Councils.

Cllr Sharp reported that the railings at the end of King Street (A16 end) are at a 45-degree angle.  Cllr Austin took this information away with her to report.

Cllr Austin left the meeting.

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Accounts for payment/Finance

It was resolved to pay the accounts for payment as per payment sheet dated November 2018/19 (8 of 12).

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Report from the minutes of the previous meeting/Clerk’s report

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Correspondence received which the Council are invited to resolve on

1. Resident on Skeldyke opposite Ripe Now asks whether the Parish Council would petition LCC to have double yellow lines pained along the length of the passing place opposite his house, plus installation of no parking signs.

It was resolved to ask the County Councillor for this part of the village (Cllr Austin) to take this up with Highways.It was resolved to pursue double yellow lines, a 30 mph for the stretch of road from Horseshoe Lane to Ripe Now on Skeldyke, plus no parking signs for near Ripe Now.Clerk to update Cllr Austin.

2. Community Group formed in Kirton Holme.  They would like to ask for a donation towards a defibrillator to be purchased and installed at the Wheatsheaf. 

This request has been put on hold for now at the request of Cllr Rylott who has been liaising with the group.

3. British Red Cross is currently promoting the Everyday Fist Aid Programme.  They will offer a free session to those who work with vulnerable people.  These can include resuscitation skills and defibrillator use.
4. Boston Borough – Planning.  A Shortened Validation Checklist for Householders Applications plus a Validation Checklist for Planning and Other Applications have been drafted.  The Planning Department asks for comments by the end of November.  Link for consultation is:  http://www.boston.gov.uk/validationchecklist
5. Lincolnshire Road Safety Partnership – reply regarding the request to look into the validation of the current layout of the roundabout on the A16/Station Road. – They say that as far as injury collisions are concerned the location doesn’t trigger their intervention, however they are going to contact Highways and discuss the possibility of some additional remedial measures.
6. Boston Borough Council – a review of Polling Districts and Polling Places is taking place.  This is to ascertain whether as far as possible there are reasonable facilities for electors to vote and types of places are suitable for all.
7. Highways – Roundabout signs and lights should be fixed by 26th October.

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Town Hall

Pointing has begun on the Town Hall.

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Cemetery

The Cemetery Committee has met.  They will remove the tree that someone has planted.  They have been offered and accepted a chestnut tree which will be planted soon.  There is a lot of mole activity, although it is understood that the pest control man is constantly removing moles.  The cemetery committee felt that overall the cemetery is in good order and generally tidy.  The maintenance strip will be tackled in the spring.  The gap in the hedge needs filling in.  It was thought that it would be a good idea to put in a new 5 bar gate in this area to allow access at the end of the cemetery.  The stop tap needs locating at the front gates.  Some memorials look like they are leaning.  These will be tested.

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Parish matters

1. Reports from committee meetings held since last Council meeting.

The Xmas committee are on track.

The Kirton Karols are on track too.

Thanks, are given to the vicar who allowed the Church grounds to be used to erect the Last Night of the Proms banner.

Unfortunately, due to poor ticket sales the Last Night of the Proms event was cancelled. A meeting of the committee will be called in January to discuss it and decide the future.

The War Memorial pillars have been reported by members to be moving.Clerk has arranged for a builder to come and inspect them properly and take the appropriate action.

2. Update on Park Inspections

Some minor works needed, Clerk will photograph and order parts as needed.

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Reports for Various Bodies

Cllr Turner reported that the pavement on the Frampton side of Horseshoe Lane and Station Road is uneven and a trip hazard.  Clerk to report to LCC.

Cllr Brookes left.

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Planning applications:

B/18/0436 – change of use to convert existing barn to form two storey residential dwelling (Class C3) at Hallweir Cottage, Skeldyke Road, Kirton – NO OBJECTIONS

B/18/0423 – construction of concrete paved area and new vehicular access at Cheers Nurseries, Eleven Acre Lane, Kirton – NO OBJECTIONS

B/18/0414 – Outline application with some matters (layout, appearance, landscaping and scale) reserved for later approval for up to five residential detached dwellings and private access road at Land North of Millstone, Donington Road, Kirton End – IT CONTRAVENES LOCAL POLICY H2 SUBSECTION 4 (Back land/Tandem development). Plus same objections raised for B/18/0346 in that GOES AGAINST PLANNING POLICY WHEREBY BUILDING ON AGRICULTURAL LAND SHOULD ONLY BE WHEN NEEDED FOR FARMWORKERS. – NOT IN KEEPING WITH AREA

B/18/0432 – erection of front extension to existing garage at Amberley House, Middle Drove, Kirton – NO OBJECTIONS

Planning Decisions:

B/18/0343 – Conversion of existing detached garage to form 1.5 storey residential annexe accommodation at The Laurels, Hammond Beck Bank, Kirton Holme – GRANT

B/18/0312 – Application for a lawful development certificate for proposed siting of single mobile home as a family annexe to rear of property at 3 Drainside South, Kirton

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Date & time of the next Parish Council Meeting

Date & Time of the next Meeting of the Parish Council will be held on Thursday 20th December (Upsall Room, Kirton Town Hall) beginning at 7 pm.  There being no further business to discuss, the Chairman thanked those in attendance and declared the meeting closed at 8.45pm.