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Minutes from October 2022 meeting

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Heanton Punchardon Parish Council

 

MINUTES of the Parish Council Meeting 18 October 2022

The Royal British Legion Hall, Wrafton

 

Present: Cllrs. Mrs J Elliott, S Crowther,  G Norman, D Holt, J Turner,  S French

Apologies: Cllrs L Gilkes, M France.   Cllr Mrs A Davis

In Attendance: Cllr Pru Maskell, one member of the public, M J Measures (Clerk to the Council).

Disclosable Interests: None. 

Chairman’s Discretion: None

  1. Minutes of the Council Meeting 19 July 2022                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   The Minutes were agreed and signed as a true record.

The Parish Council does not meet in August and the scheduled meeting in September was cancelled due to the national mourning for the late Queen Elizabeth II.

 Police Report:

Copy of the latest Report has been sent to Members, no October copy.

 Reports from County and District Councillors.

The report from Cllr Pru Maskell is attached and contains information on the Pharmacy situation; Community Clean Up; Braunton to Saunton Cycle Route; Trains (shortage of carriages); Devon County Council finances; Heanton Lane meeting re possible one way.  No report from Cllr Davis.

 Correspondence.

The Clerk had sent correspondence to Members.

  1. Finance Matters.

Invoices agreed for payment:: C F Wallis £135.00 (Sept); C F Wallis £135.00 (Oct); BeCleanSolar £27.00 (Sept); BeCleanSolar £27.00 (Oct); Admin/Accomm. £78.19 (Aug/Sept); Information Commissioner £40.00 (annual fee); Poppy Appeal £30.00;

Admin Inks. £26.85; North Devon Council £595.39 (Aug/Sept); Admin/Accomm £37.75 (Oct). Balance at 18 October £8360.99  (includes £826.00 DCC grant ).

  1. Planning Matters

75502 – 8 Glebelands. Extension to dwelling.                          Recommend : Approval

 Planning Appeal 3301506 Land at Eastacombe Rise

Members made no change in their decision to oppose this application. The Clerk will inform the Inspector. 

  1. On-going Matters

Wrafton Field. Cllr Turner said the grass-cutting has stopped and the Clerk was asked to contact North Devon Homes to see if they could take on the cutting.

Seating. It was suggested to provide two seats in the pump track area.

Notice Boards. The Clerk informed Members that he has asked a local contractor to look at the damage with a view to repair. The Clerk also mentioned that the notice boards need refurbishing.

Local Plan. Cllr Crowther gave each Member a copy of a proposed Affordable Housing Need Survey which he had prepared and he explained the rationale. There was much discussion and comments were made concerning the validity of the survey by the Inspector. It was agreed by 5 votes For and 1 ABSTENTION to go ahead with the survey.

Councillor Vacancies. These have been advertised and the Clerk reported that two applicants had been sent the necessary information but so far, no replies.

Meetings. The results of the brief survey of Member’s views concerning when and how often to meet showed no change to the current working. One of the issues concerned about change of day is the availability of accommodation.

Waste Bin. Cllr Norman asked if a litter bin could be placed near the bridge on Vellator Way opposite the pump track. He has contacted North Devon Council with no response. The Clerk will follow-up.

  1. Chairman’s Discretion

None.

                                                                                The meeting closed at 20.02

 

 

 

Chairman……………………………………… date…………………………..

 

 

 

 

                                                                               

           

November 2022 Meeting agenda

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Parish Council Meeting, Tuesday 15 November 2022 at 19.00

The Royal British Legion Hall, Wrafton

 

            Councillors: Mrs J Elliott, S Crowther, M France, D Holt, J Turner,  S French, L Gilkes, G Norman are summoned to attend.

       

             AGENDA             

 

             Apologies.  Discloseable Interests.  Notification of Chairman’s Discretion.

 

  1. Minutes of the Council Meeting 18 October 2022

                         

  1.   Police Report

 

  1.   Reports from County and District Councillors

 

  1.   Correspondence received to date.                
  2.   Finance Matters; a) Payment of Invoices b) Statement of Accounts at 15 November 2022 c) Initial discussion for precept 2023/24 d) National Salary Award                  
  1. Planning Matters, including applications received to date:                     

                76191 Chivenor Caravan Park. Certificate of Lawfulness development for the                    proposed siting of 32 caravans.               

  1.   Ongoing Matters
  2. a) Noticeboards (repair/refurbishment)  b) Wrafton Field/Picnic Tables c) Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan d) Councillor Vacancies  e) Waste bins.          
  1. Chairman’s Discretion

 

 

                                                                               M J Measures MInstAM,MMS

                                                                                     Clerk to the Council

                                                                                                                    9 November

Agenda for October 2022

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Parish Council Meeting, Tuesday 18 October 2022 at 19.00

The Royal British Legion Hall, Wrafton

 

            Councillors: Mrs J Elliott, S Crowther, M France, D Holt, J Turner, S French, L Gilkes, G Norman are summoned to attend.       

             AGENDA             

             Apologies.  Discloseable Interests.  Notification of Chairman’s Discretion.

  1. Minutes of the Council Meeting 19 July 2022                         
  1.   Police Report
  1.   Reports from County and District Councillors
  1.   Correspondence received to date.                
  1.   Finance Matters, a) Payment of Invoices, b) Statement of Accounts at 18 October 2022          
  1. Planning Matters, including applications received to date:                     

                75502 – 8 Glebelands. Extension to dwelling.                

                  Planning Appeal 3301506. Land at Eastacombe Rise      

  1. Ongoing Matters; a) Noticeboards (repair/refurbishment) b) Wrafton Field/Picnic Tables     c) Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan, d) Councillor Vacancies e) Future Meetings
  1. Provision of waste bins.            
  1. Chairman’s Discretion

 

                                                                               M J Measures MInstAM,MMS

                                                                                    Clerk to the Council

                                                                                                        12 October 2022

 

           

 

Statement on the Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

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On behalf of the people of Heanton Punchardon Parish we mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and express our condolences to her family.
She was not only the country’s steadfast head of state for 70 years but a towering figure on the world stage, whose style, experience and character were universally admired. Her sense of duty both as Queen and as Head of the Commonwealth was unflagging to the very end, and an example to us all.
 
God Save the King.
 

Minutes for June 2022

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MINUTES of the Parish Council Meeting 21 June 2022

The Royal British Legion Hall, Wrafton

In the absence of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman, Cllr  Holt was elected

Acting Chairman 

Present: Cllrs., D Holt, M France, J Turner, L Gilkes, S French

Apologies: Cllr. S Crowther, Mrs J Elliott, G Norman, A Braunton

In Attendance: Cllr Pru Maskell, M J Measures (Clerk to the Council).

Disclosable Interests: None. 

Chairman’s Discretion: None

  1. Minutes of the Annual General Meeting and Parish Council Meeting 17 May 2022 The Minutes for these two meetings were unable to be be agreed as there were insufficient Members present who attended the two meetings. The decision was deferred to the meeting in July 
  1. Police Report:

Copy of the monthly Report has been sent to Members. 

  1. Reports from County and District Councillors.

The report from Cllr Pru Maskell is attached and contains a response from DCC Highways regarding VAS Speed Signs: The proposed pedestrian crossing at Wrafton; Notice Signs at Chivenor Business Park; Stamp-out Drink Spiking; provision of pharmacies. No report from District Councillor. 

  1. Correspondence.

The Clerk had sent correspondence to Members. A member of the public has asked who is responsible for providing dog-poo bins in the area of Landings Chivenor. The Clerk is liaising with the District Councillor and will report back.

DCC Rights of Way propose a diversion of footpath 13. This was a late notification and Members will discuss it at the next meeting. 

  1. Finance Matters.

Invoices agreed for payment:: C F Wallis £135.00 (June);  BeCleanSolar £27.00 (June);  Admin/Accomm. £43.15 (June): Groundwork UK  £6848.00 (Grant balance); This is a re-issue of lost cheque which has been stopped   An invoice from Parish Online was deferred for more information.

Balance at 21 June £5948.51 (includes £826.00 DCC grant)

Internal Auditor Comments: “I have concluded that the finances appear well managed and that supporting financial records are appropriate to the size and type of Council”.

  1. Planning Matters

75235 – Plot 4 North Devon Business Park. Erection of industrial building (amended site application).                                                                                     Recommend : Approval

75285 – The Oaks Higher Mainstone. Conversion of existing first floor for additional accommodation use with landscaping.                                            Recommend : Approval

75436 – The Oaks Higher Mainstone. Erection of agricultural  shedRecommend : Approval

75488 – RMB Chivenor. Increase height of firing range wall             Recommend : Approval

75429 – Sunglow Heanton. Demolition of garage and erection of new garage, single storey extensions and boundary wall.   Recommend: Approval 

  1. Wrafton Field/Picnic Tables/Notice Board.

A report by Cllr Turner reported that he and some Councillors (who he thanked for their help) have now put up the picnic tables. There is still some discussion with Perigo regarding the fencing.

Cllr Norman informed the Clerk that his contact is unable to carry out the repair to the notice board. The Clerk will ask the Council contractor for assistance in finding help. 

  1. Parish Paths Partnership Scheme (P3)

Cllr Turner has walked the footpaths and has walked the footpaths and prepared a detailed survey report to be sent to DCC Rights of Way. The Clerk will send.

  1. Local Plan

Cllr Crowther had prepared a short report which the Clerk had sent to all Members. It stresses the need for the Council to play a role in shaping a new Local Plan and that we widen awareness of it among constituents. It is essential for more input from Members and local residents. Cllr Holt gave brief background information concerning what has taken place over the past few years.

  1. Council Vacancy

Notices will be placed on notice boards and on Facebook with a closing date of 12 July 

  1. Chairman’s Discretion

None.

                                                                                The meeting closed at 19.47

 

 

Minutes for May 2022

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MINUTES of the Parish Council Meeting 17 May 2022 -The Royal British Legion Hall, Wrafton

Present: Cllrs. Mrs J Elliott, D Holt, M France, G Norman,

Apologies: Cllr. S Crowther, J Turner, L Gilkes, A Braunton

In Attendance: Cllr Pru Maskell, Cllr. Andrea Davis.

M J Measures (Clerk to the Council).

Disclosable Interests: None. 

Chairman’s Discretion: Councillor Vacancy.  P3 Scheme.

  1. Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting 15 March 2022

These were agreed and signed as a true record. The scheduled meeting for 19 April 2022 was cancelled being inquorate. 

  1. Police Report:

Copy of the monthly Report has been sent to Members. 

  1. Reports from County and District Councillors.

The report from Cllr Pru Maskell is attached and provides an update on County Highways and comments on the Braunton Pharmacy. Cllr Andrea Davis informed Members that the NDC Planning Manager has left the Council and has taken a post in a London Borough. The NDC post is yet to be filled. Cllr Mrs Davis also commented on the difficulties of waste disposal due to absences and vacancies. 

  1. Correspondence.

The Clerk had sent correspondence to Members concerning the alleged unauthorised hedgerow removal at land sited within Wrafton Green corridor. This is being investigated by NDC Enforcement Officers. Copies of other correspondence has been sent to Members.

  1. Finance Matters.

Invoices agreed for payment: DALC £444.27(annual fee); C F Wallis £135.00 (April); C F Wallis £135.00 (May); BeCleanSolar £27.00 (Apr); North Devon Council £595.39 (Apr/May); Admin/Accomm £35.00 (Apr); Admin/Accomm. £35.00 (May): Groundwork UK  £6848.00 (Grant balance); Internal Auditor £50.00 (annual fee)

Community First Insurance £367.91(annual fee). BeCleanSolar £67.00 (May £27 plus £40 Road Signs)     Balance at 17 May £6588.58 (includes £826.00 DCC grant)

  1. Certificate of Exemption.

The Clerk read the details for the Certificate of Exemption and this was signed by the Chairman and Clerk

  1. Annual Governance Statement

The Clerk read the nine questions of the Statement and were all answered “yes”;

the Chairman and Clerk signed the Statement

  1. Annual Accounting Statement

The Clerk showed Members the financial details which were agreed and the Statement was signed by the Chairman and Clerk

  1. Annual Internal Auditor Report.

The Internal Auditor confirmed that all the internal control objectives have been met and she signed the Report

  1. Planning Matters

75282 – Tanglewood Wrafton. Extensions to dwelling and internal alterations.  Recommend : Approval

73513- Land at Chivenor. Reserved matters.   Recommend : Approval

  1. Wrafton Field/Picnic Tables

A report by Cllr Turner is attached to the Minutes. Members discussed the concern regarding the cutting of grass and removal of the damaged wire fence.

It is understood that Perrigo own the field but it is not clear who cuts the grass.

It would seem there is no formal agreement although some Members thought the grass was cut by North Devon Council. The fence which was blown down in the recent gales is lying flat on the ground and grass is growing through it.

Cllr Turner has written to Perrigo asking for some clarification. Although the Parish Council has been allowed to use the field it cannot carry out any work on it without permission as it has no direct responsibility.

Cllr Turner also asked Members for help to put up the picnic tables. 

  1. Parish Paths Partnership Scheme (P3)

Cllr Turner has walked the footpaths and has reported a few concerns to be looked at by the Parish contractor. He enclosed some photos in his report.

The Clerk informed Members that DCC has contacted him concerning the possible grant and he will obtain the necessary information and report to Council.

  1. Chairman’s Discretion
  2. a) Councillor Vacancy. This will be discussed at the next meeting with a view to advertising again via facebook and notice boards.
  3. b) Wrafton Noticeboard. Cllr Norman will collect the broken door from Cllr Holt and will arrange for the repair.

                                                                                The meeting closed at 19.40

 

Annual Meeting 2022

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MINUTES of the Annual General Meeting. Tuesday 17 May 2022

The Royal British Legion Hall Wrafton.

Present . Cllrs Mrs J Elliott,  M France, D Holt, G Norman,

Apologies. Cllrs. S Crowther, J Turner, L Gilkes, A Braunton

In Attendance. Cllrs Andrea Davis, Pru Maskell. M J Measures Clerk to the Council

  1. Election of Chairman for 2022/2023

Cllr Mrs J Elliott was elected chairman for 2022/2023; she signed the Declaration of Acceptance of Office

  1. Election of Vice-Chairman for 2022/2023

Cllr S Crowther was elected Vice-Chairman for 2022/2023

  1. Annual report of the Chairman 2021/2022

Cllr Mrs Elliott gave a verbal report thanking the Councillors and Clerk to the Council for their support and in-put over the last year.

1036.Annual Report of the Clerk to the Council 2021/2022

The Clerk read his report to Members. A copy is attached to the Minutes.

  1. Code of Conduct.

A copy of the Code of Conduct under the Relevant Authorities (General Principles) Order 2001 and Local Government Association Model Code of Conduct 2020. had been sent to all Councillors and was agreed

  1. Standing Orders.

A copy of the revised Standing Orders had been given to all Members and they were agreed.

  1. Appointment of Council Lead Members

The following appointments were all agreed:

          Neighbourhood Plan. Cllr S Crowther

          Environmental Matters. Cllr D Holt

          Housing. Cllr Mrs J Elliott

          Website/Facebook and S106. Cllr J Turner

          Social Matters. Cllr M France.

          Litter/Environment. Cllr G Norman

          Rights of Way/P3. Cllr J Turner

                                                                                                The meeting closed at 19.10

 

 

Chairman……..……………………………….   Date………………………

Agenda for July 19th 2022

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Parish Council Meeting, Tuesday 19 July 2022

The Royal British Legion Hall, Wrafton

 

            Councillors: Mrs J Elliott, S Crowther, M France, D Holt, J Turner, S French, L Gilkes,  & G Norman are summoned to attend.

                    AGENDA             

             Apologies.  Discloseable Interests.  Notification of Chairman’s Discretion.

  1. Minutes of the Annual General Meeting and Parish Council Meeting 17 May     2022 and Minutes of the Council Meeting 21 June 2022.                         
  1.   Police Report
  1.   Reports from County and District Councillors
  1.   Correspondence received to date.                
  1.   Finance Matters a) Payment of Invoices b) Statement of Accounts at 19 July 2022                
  1. Planning Matters, including applications received to date:                     

                75522 – Chivenor Business Park. Hybrid application for outline application for                    549m2 GIA of class E offices (phase 2 development) reserving matters of scale,          layout, landscaping and appearance. Full planning permission for 450m2 GIA of                class E offices (phase 1 of development) providing headquarters building for the              applicant and including parking and access sufficient for the combined                          application.

                   75574 – Chivenor Business Park. Siting of 1 non-illuminated totem sign on                    entrance verge

                   75563 – 1 Poyers Farm Cottages Westward Road from Exeter Road to Station        Wrafton, proposed extension to create a new garden room.      

  1. Ongoing Matters; a) Wrafton Noticeboard b) Wrafton Field/Picnic Tables c) Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan d) Councillor Vacancies e) Future Meetings             
  1. Chairman’s Discretion

 

 

                                                                               M J Measures MInstAM,MMS

                                                                                     Clerk to the Council   13 July 2022

Agenda for June meeting

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Parish Council Meeting, Tuesday 21 June 2022

The Royal British Legion Hall, Wrafton

Councillors: Mrs J Elliott, S Crowther, M France, D Holt, J Turner, A Braunton, S French, L Gilkes, G Norman  are summoned to attend.

       

             AGENDA             

             Apologies.  Discloseable Interests.  Notification of Chairman’s Discretion.

 

  1. Minutes of the Annual General Meeting and Parish Council Meeting 17 May 2022                      
  1.   Police Report
  1.   Reports from County and District Councillors
  1.   Correspondence received to date.              
  1.   Finance Matters; a) Payment of Invoices, b) Statement of Accounts at 21 June 2022                
  1.   Planning Matters, including applications received to date:                     

                75235 – Plot 4 North Devon Business Park, Tinever Road Chivenor. Erection of                industrial building for E(g), B2 and B8 use classes and associated works   (amended plan)

                  75285 – The Oaks Higher Mainstone Ashford. Conversion of existing first floor of       garage for additional accommodation use with landscaping to incorporate carport       to existing dwelling.     

  1. Ongoing Matters; a) Wrafton Noticeboard,  b) Wrafton Field/Picnic Tables,  c) Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan, d) Councillor Vacancy            
  1. Chairman’s Discretion

                                                                               M J Measures MInstAM,MMS Clerk to the Council

                                                                                                          14 June 2022