Parish Council Minutes
LONGWICK-CUM-ILMER PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY 15th JANUARY 2019 AT 7.30 PM IN LONGWICK VILLAGE HALL
PRESENT
Cllr Val McPherson BEM (Chair)
Cllrs Brian Richards, Ian Walker, Richard Myers, Rolf van Apeldoorn, Jane Rodgers, Sally Whitworth.
Clerk: Frank Post
- WELCOME AND APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
Cllr Clive Harriss (District) – no apologies received, Cllr Bendyshe-Brown – apologies received.
2. MINUTES
The Minutes of the previous meeting of the Parish Council on the 18th December 2018 having been circulated, were approved by the Meeting and signed by the Chairman.
3. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Members were asked to declare any pecuniary or non-pecuniary declarations of interest and the nature of that interest which they may have in any of the items under consideration at this meeting. None were declared.
4. MATTERS ARISING NOT OTHERWISE ON THE AGENDA
It was noted that concerns had been expressed by 2 parishioners associated with the W.I. regarding attendances at the Carol Service. Chair has duly responded. After some discussion it was agreed to publicise through the newsletter whether parishioners still wish the Parish Council to organise a Carol Service, by establishing a working party independent from the Parish Council.
5. RRJFC
It was agreed to send the draft response to RRJFC with some minor amendments.
6. WELCOME PACKS
Cllr Rogers tabled a listing of voluntary organisations, which after some debate, was approved. It was noted that Cllr Whitworth would draft a letter to all the Groups to determine their participation. It was also confirmed that participation would be restricted to Groups within the Parish boundary.
7. NOTICEBOARD
One supplier has quoted. Other providers still to quote.
8. OWLSWICK TRAFFIC CALMING PROPOSALS
It was agreed to proceed with submission to LAF and review traffic data later this year.
9. VAS PROJECT
Awaiting date from SSE to commence work.
10. CIL
The working group of Cllrs McPherson, Richards and Whitworth meeting with Charles Power of WDC to discuss the process of implementing CIL funding proposals is still pending.
Feedback from other Parishes indicated that planning permission for a MUGA and Outdoor Fitness Equipment is not required. Clerk to confirm with WDC.
Clerk confirmed transfer of £250k to dedicated CIL account.
It was agreed to contact the Neighbourhood Plan consultant to determine the extent to which traffic calming can be a key consideration for CIL expenditure.
It was also agreed to extend an invitation to Fiona Waterhouse, Business Manager, Longwick School prior to start of the next meeting, to outline the School's proposals/recommendations.
11. PRE SCHOOL PROPOSALS
Legal advice still pending for contract. Restriction of land availability will reduce the proposals previously submitted.
12. BUDGET AND PRECEPT 2019
Expenditure budget ex CIL (£27,050.64) and Precept (£28,225) duly approved. Councillors confirmed no changes to their DPIs.
13. GARAGE DOOR REPAIRS
Quote circulated duly approved, for works order to be issued.
14. PLANNING APPLICATIONS
The following were discussed:
1. 18/08185/FUL: The Old Stables, Ilmer Lane, Ilmer – new porch and kitchen window. No objection. 2. 18/08220/FUL: Orchard View Farm, Little Meadle - siting for temporary home. It was agreed not to object but request that development is aligned to agricultural activity. 3. 18/08354/FUL: Crownridge, Longwick Rd, Longwick – erection of garage. It was agreed to object on the basis of the preservation order of trees within the development area.
15. FINANCE
The expenditure for January was examined by the Council. All agreed that the necessary cheques be signed.
| Activity | Payee | Gross (£) |
|---|---|---|
| Salary - Clerk | F Post | 299.80 |
| Home Allowance 5 weeks | F Post | 25.00 |
| Inspection | Keith Dobson | 16.00 |
| Devolved Services | PRTC | 1,112.40 |
| Maintenance Parish Paths | Chiltern Society | 826.85 |
| Grant 18/19 | Horsenden PCC (St Michael) | 75.00 |
| Grant 18/19 | Ilmer PCC (St Peter) | 75.00 |
| Grant 18/19 | Owlswick PCC (St Dunstan) | 75.00 |
| Total | 2,505.05 |
The Clerk was also instructed to confirm the full payment of precept for 2018/9.
19. RESPONSE TO CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
The Council approved the Devolved Services Agreement which was now extended to March 2020.
It was agreed that the Council would investigate the costs involved in revamping the lettering on the war memorial.
It was also noted that a tree preservation order had been placed on Ivy Farm, OS 4446.
It was also agreed to investigate alternative dates for Council meetings, as proposed by Cllr Whitworth.
20. REPORTS FROM CLLRS ON MEETINGS ATTENDED ON BEHALF OF COUNCIL
None.
21. AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
- Confirmation of dates for Meetings
- Land drainage
- Results of CIL survey
22. DATE OF NEXT MEETING
Confirmed as 19th February 2019 19.00hrs.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 9.10pm.