February 2009

EAST KESWICK PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 24^TH FEBRUARY 2009 POLICE AND RESIDENTS FORUM No visitors were present. PRESENT Cllrs Priestley, Thornton, Pinkney, Batty, Ogden, Anning and Pentith.

APOLOGIES None. MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON 20^TH JANUARY 2009 These were approved. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST None. MATTERS ARISING1. Village Clock The Clerk was asked to remind Carlton Clocks about repairs to the clock. 2. Chains on War Memorial Cllr Anning had obtained a price of £86.15 (incl. VAT & delivery) for a piece of chain of 10 metres min. ( only need 3) . The total cost would be under £150. She had suggested moving one piece of old chain presently at the side of the War Memorial to the front ,and fitting a new alternate spike chain to replace the side. It will then match at sides and front. It was resolved to agree to this purchase. 3. Parish Paths Partnership and Condition of The Ginnel Cllr Pinkney had arranged to meet Rosie Watts of the Rights of Way Dept. the following day to discuss the possibility of work on the Ginnel being undertaken by this group.4. Letter to Wicksteed. The Chairman reported that Wicksteed had agreed to a reduction in the charge for overnight storage to £50. In the absence of the Clerk, he had then arranged for a cheque for payment of the total cost of £3879.81 to be sent to Wicksteed, requesting a receipted invoice. When the latter was received the Clerk was asked to send a copy to Green Leeds. 5.2009 Village Gala.- Report on Meeting held on January 27. Cllr Thornton reported that a number of her volunteer committee had attended the initial meeting but were unable to offer further help. The small remaining group had set plans in motion for a gala on Saturday June 13, with the theme of a celebration of the 40^th anniversary of the first lunar landing. 6..Boundary between lands owned by Church and by Parish Council adjacent to Tennis Courts. Cllr Pinkney had prepared a document which was currently under consideration from the Chairman. 7.Condition of Moor Lane. An e mail had been received from Steve Parry reporting that Moor Lane will definitely be included in next year’s maintenance programme. The Clerk was asked to remind him that the top section of the road leading up to the A659 was also in need of attention. 8.Cherry Tree at 12 Church Drive. An e mail had been received from the Highways Enforcement Officer stating that several householders on Church Drive, including the owner of No 12, had received notices requiring them to cut back overhanging trees. 9. Road closure in Village and Compensation for Village Businesses. A further letter had been received from Amanda White explaining that the work would require 9, instead of 8 weeks due to adverse weather conditions. Village businesses have all received information on how to apply for compensation. The Ward Cllrs agreed to offer the PC a small well being grant for £500 rather than a MICE grant. The Clerk has completed and returned the application form. Full details of how the money has been spent and accompanying receipts will be required. A resident of Church Drive has been accepted by the PC as being a suitable recipient for 3 taxi fares from the grant. The Council also plans to include reimbursement for all publicity and hire of meeting room associated with the road closure issue. The Clerk was asked to remind United Utilities of the need to clear the drains and sweep clean the pavements when work was completed. 10.. Report on Harewood & Wetherby P. & T Council Forum held on January 22^nd.- Cllr Anning gave a report on this meeting. 11.Request for Info. on Areas worst affected by Dog Fouling. It was explained that the dog wardens might be permitted to extend their working hours if money became available.12. Railings near Beck. The Clerk was asked to check when this work would be done.

13. Management Agreement Wildlife Trust. A detailed response had been received today from YLCA who had suggested an OL agreement rather than a lease as this could more easily be terminated. This is agreed and the suggestions contained in the note will be used as a useful check. It was agreed that a working informal agreement was appropriate (rather than a lengthy legal document).The Chairman and David Smith of the Wildlife Trust were working on an agreement.

PLANNING

1.New applications:-

None to date.

2.REFUSALS BY LCC:-

(a) P/ 08/06442 – Burrows, Cleavesty Centre – Out. App. for 3 houses on site of Equestrian Centre.

3. Enforcement Action relating to Two Hoots Farm. An e mail had been received from Mr Wiggington explaining that his colleague in Minerals and Waste Enforcement was now taking the lead in identifying what activities are taking place on the land to decide whether there is a breach of planning controls. An appeal has been received against the serving of the enforcement notice relating to the residential caravan stationed on site. In the absence of a reply by the 6^th March, the Clerk will contact the officer for an update.

FINANCE

1.Bills for payment:-

(a) Wicksteed Leisure – Payment for Swings (Revised Price) £3924.81(Retro)

(b) Thomlinsons – Fee for marking out PC land off Moor Lane 172.50

(d) D. Wood – Reimbursement – Taxi fares to hospital in Leeds 50.00

(e) East Keswick Village Hall – Balancing Payment 902.00

It was resolved to pay all bills listed above.

CORRESPONDENCE 1. Village Ventures Competition 2009.It was resolved to enter the web site as an entry from East Keswick. 2. SLCC WY Training Day – Friday March 13 – South Kirkby. Noted. NEW BUSINESS1. Parish Assembly 2009.It was agreed to hold the Assembly as usual at the date of the Council’s April meeting – Tuesday 21 April at 8pm, with the Council meeting beforehand at 6.30. Wine would be served. Rosie Watts of Rights of Way would be invited to speak about the Parish Paths Partnership. 2. Rural Transport Conference – March 18. Cllrs Thornton and Batty had expressed interest in attending. 3. Damaged Street Name Plate – Laurel Close. The Clerk agreed to report this to Highways. 4. Condition of Dog Bin at end of Blacksmith’s Field. The failure to empty this overflowing dog bin has now become a health hazard. The LCC Cleansing Dept. refuse to take action as they claim it is the responsibility of Parks & Countryside. The latter acknowledge responsibility but claim that due to budget cuts they have insufficient resources to deal with dog bins, which they are in process of removing. The Clerk intends to contact Environmental Health if she fails to get satisfaction from the 2 Depts. concerned. 5. Absence of Bus Stop Sign at Main Street, White Railings. The Clerk was asked to refer this to Metro. 6. Community Engagement Meeting at Colingham Memorial Hall – Tuesday 7 April, 5-7pm. Cllrs Priestley and Batty expressed interest in attending. MINOR MATTERS FOR DELEGATION TO CLERK/NEXT AGENDA1. Stickers on Green Bins It was agreed to ask why there are currently no stickers on the green bins indicating dates for emptying. 2. Failure to empty black and brown bins on Main Street during last week The Chairman asked the Clerk to report this to Cleansing. 3. Footpath to Collingham Cllr Pinkney reported that a member of the Footpath Group had asked whether it would be possible to request a paved path from East Keswick to Collingham. The Council did not consider this to be likely.4. Condition of Road Surface from end of Cleavesty Lane to Collingham It was agreed to report to Highways the number of deep potholes in this section of road. 5. Crabtree Lane Road Sign It was agreed to report the graffiti on this sign.6. Advertising on the East Keswick Web Site Cllr Batty reported that he had been approached by Anchor Trust who wished to pay the Council to advertise on the site. A fee of £80 was acceptable. Cllrs were generally agreed that any organisation considered suitable should be permitted to advertise in this way. 7. Installation of WI-Fi in Village Hall Cllr Batty reported that the Village Hall Committee wished to know whether any grants would be available for this. It was agreed to consult the Ward Cllrs. Signed: Date: EKPC Feb 09 Mins.

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