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Minutes of the Meeting at the School on Tuesday 1st July 2003 at 7.30pm
PRESENT: Cllr David Keene (Chair), Cllr Peter Burton, Cllr Bill Lewis,
Cllr David Hyde, Cllr Peter Cook.
1. APOLOGIES: None.
2. MINUTES OF LAST MEETING: The minutes of the Meeting held on 3rd June
were agreed as a true record and signed by the Chairman.
3. MATTERS ARISING:
3.1 Repairs in Village: Work is progressing on the renovation of the seats
in the village.
3.2 Village Hall Car Park: Cllr Keene had as yet been unable to arrange a
meeting, this will be done before the September meeting of the Parish
Council. ACTION: Cllr Keene
3.3 Sherington Mound: Milton Keynes Council had replied to the Parish
Councils comments on the extent of the work on the mound. They have
stated that they have no finance for this purpose, but suggest that a
grant be applied for via the Countryside Agency. It was agreed that
Clerk should contact Jan Phillips at Milton Keynes Council, who will
be able to assist. ACTION: Clerk
3.4 Multi Activity Area: Several Councillors had visited the newly
installed area at Lavendon and thought that it could be suitable for
the village. Cllr Burton will try and arrange for some of the young
people to inspect this facility and give their views. Further discussion
will take place with Bernard Perkins (MKC) after which a consultation
with the residents will be necessary. We will hopefully be in a position
to make progress on this item at the September meeting.
ACTION: Cllr Burton
3.5 Electricity Board Quotation: Cllr Hyde advised that he had suggested
that a quotation be obtained, in order that this subject should be
discussed at regular intervals. Cllr Keene suggested that this item
be included in the village appraisal discussions, when they resume in
the Autumn.
3.6 Vacancies for Councillors: Cllr Keene advised that the Parish Council
will be advised after 12th July whether or not an election has been
requested.
4. FINANCE:
Current Balances: Clerk provided balance sheet, which showed £637.00 in
the Treasurers Account and £9,524.62 in the Enterprise Account.
Cheques for Payment: It was agreed that the following cheques be
authorised:
| BALC | Good Councillor Guide | Cheque 101133 | £14.00 |
| Powergen | Electric | Cheque 101134 | £22.93 |
| J Sharp | Clerks July Salary | Cheque 101135 | £176.50 |
| J Sharp | Expenses April-June | Cheque 101136 | £28.55 |
| Sports Ground Services | Mowing | Cheque 101137 | £305.50 |
5. PLANNING MATTERS: There were no planning applications for discussion
this month.
6. EXTERNAL MEETINGS:
Cllr Hyde had been unable to attend the Parish Assembly meeting.
North Area Forum: Cllr Keene had attended and reported that only three
of the thirteen Parish Councils were represented. The three Milton Keynes
Councillors were however present together with officers from Milton
Keynes Council. Andy Hudson had given a presentation on the waste aspect
and advised which items were collected free of charge and which were charged for. The Fly
Tipping and Streetcare programmes were also discussed.
Cllr Keene to complete the Best Value Review on Services to Parishes on
behalf of the Parish Council. The next meeting will be held on 20th
November at Stoke Goldington.
7. CORRESPONDENCE:
Section 136 Consultative Committee Vote: It was agreed that the Council
would vote for Cynthia Cheney from Emberton Parish Council.
Parish Partnership Grant: Letter had been received advising that a grant
of £4,000 has been allocated for the purchase of a new store to replace
the dilapidated one at Perry Lane Recreation Field. Cllr Keene will
contact Mr J Cook before the next meeting and ask him to obtain firm
quotations. Emergency repairs have had to be carried out on the door
of the building. ACTION: Cllr Keene
Stonepits Close: Letter sent to Cllr Keene by Mr Clarke. This will be
circulated to Councillors. No discussion has yet taken place on this
item, will be put on the September Agenda.
8. PUBLIC QUESTIONS:
Mr Hulston advised that dogs were being taken into the play area at the
Village Hall. Clerk has some larger signs which she will let Councillors
have. A notice will also be put in the Scan, advising that dogs are not
allowed and if this activity continues, then the Dog Welfare Officer
from Milton Keynes Council will be asked to investigate and prosecute
if necessary.
Mrs Feasey advised that the School sign in School Lane was obscured by
bushes. Mrs Feasey kindly offered to cut this back. The signs in the
village are in need of cleaning. Clerk will bring this to the attention
of Milton Keynes Council. ACTION: Clerk
Mrs Graham asked about the times the Shooting Range was allowed to
operate. Cllr Keene suggested that she phone David Rusling at Milton
Keynes Council.
30mph Limit in Gun Lane: Mrs Graham asked when this was due to be moved.
Clerk advised that Traffic Orders take a considerable time to impose.
Green Wheelie Bins: Mrs Graham congratulated MKC on the introduction of
these and thought that the same bins should be introduced for all rubbish
Village Fete: Mrs Graham congratulated those involved in the very
successful Fete.
Multi Activity Area: Mrs Graham raised concern over the policing of
the area which would be used for a variety of activities.
9. COUNCILLORS ITEMS:
Community Safety Launch: Cllr Lewis advised that he will be attending
this event.
Village Fete: Cllr Hyde suggested that a letter of congratulations be
sent to Mrs Stewart and the Committee on the success of the Fete. Parish
Council are very pleased with the involvement of the residents and the
village organisations, who will benefit from the proceeds.
Play Area: Cllr Hyde raised his concerns at the demise of the inspection
rota, this was required to meet the conditions of the insurance cover.
As soon as there is a full quota of Councillors, then a new rota will
be produced. In the meantime Cllr Burton agreed to carry out a weekly
inspection of the Play Area and keep a log. ACTION: Cllr Burton
Village Name Signs: Cllr Burton commented that there were no name signs
on the Bedford Road and Gun Lane entries to the village. He was advised
that these are only placed on the main road.
Trees in Play Area: Mr Whatton had advised Cllr Keene that one tree in
the play area had died and two Chestnuts were looking unhealthy. Cllr
Hyde advised that there were some Chestnut trees in the Churchyard
which also looked sick. Village Trees to be put on September Agenda.
10. DATE OF NEXT MEETING: This will be held on TUESDAY 2nd September
2003 at 7.30pm.
The Meeting closed at 8.47pm.