November 2022

Minutes 16th November

Draft

Minutes of Meeting of Dowsby Parish Council

Held 16th November, 2022, 7.00p.m. at Village Hall, Main Road, Dowsby.

 

Present:                                 Cllrs. L. Rodford; C. Chambers; J. Dixon; V. Barker

Members of the public:     Cllr. M. Hill, R. Burley

 

1027    At the beginning of the meeting Rebecca Housam and Sophie Williams from Savills Estate Agents in Leeds gave information and presentation of plans for a development on land at Spinney Farm owned by the Ceylon Tea growers association. Several investigative surveys had been completed (Ecology, Measurement of Existing Buildings, Topology and Access) This was in preparation for a village wide consultation event in December. Following feedback from that event planning approval was likely to be sought. The plans included a gift of land behind the village hall for the village hall to use to enhance either the playground facility or parking at the hall.

 

1028    CHAIRMANS REMARKS: None

 

1029    APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE: Cllr. Dixon-Warren

 

1030    DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST: None

 

1031    REPORTS FROM REPRESENTATIVES OF OUTSIDE BODIES -

J. Dixon (representing the Village Hall Committee) highlighted concerns about the lack of progress in renovating the front doors. She said that they were disappointed with the situation, but would seek completion or the money returned. The accounts had been audited.

There are Xmas events planned. The regular quiz continues to be popular and the recent Halloween event was a great success.

 

1032    NOTES OF MEETING 26th September 2022 were approved as Minutes.  Proposed Cllr. L. Rodford, seconded by Cllr. V. Barker.

 

1033    CLERK’S REPORT ON MATTERS OUTSTANDING

1033.1 Village hall front door refurbishment is stalled for now. Money has been given to a local carpenter who has not been able to complete the work. Cllr J Dixon to pursue this.

1033.2 Line marking for the bus stop (clearway) Cllr. Hill informed the meeting that this was in progress and when in place it would be active during scheduled bus times.

1033.3 Website continually being updated on an on-going basis.

1033.4 Speed limit extension proposal from highways is now out for consultation. There will be a length of 40mph restricted highway at the southern entrance to the village. Cllr. Hill informed the meeting that this was in progress.

1033.5 Defibrillator cabinet leak now confirmed by CHB to not be a cause for concern (although this could have been stated in May as there has been no real change in the extent of the water ingress). Cllr Rodford suggested a cover to be purchased to mitigate the perceived risk to the equipment. This was agreed in principle.

1033.6 General power of competence to be considered. Clerk to follow.

1033.7 A police priorities suggestions form has been received. Councillors agreed speeding through the village remains the main issue for Dowsby. Clerk to complete form and return.

1033.8 CAB letter received outlining request for donation. Councillors agreed not to donate on this occasion.

 

1034    FINANCE

 

1034.1 Bills for approval

 

Phil Galpin (Net 22/23 3rd qtr payment)                                     £144.00                                      (100385)

HMRC (tax Sep/Oct/Nov 22/23 3rd qtr payment)                  £36                                            (100386)

CHB                                                                                                   £162.00                                      (100387)       

Total bills:                                                                                        £342.00

 

1034.2 Bank accounts                                     

 

            Cheque account on 31.10.22                                                           £4255.09

Savings account on 31.10.22                                                           £1918.10

Total available funds:                                                                    £6173.19

 

1034.3 Precept and budget presented and approved, including a 5% pay increase for the clerk. Cllr. Dixon proposed, Cllr. Barker seconded

 

1035    PLANNING

 

1035.1 Weekly planning report checked for any applications pertaining to Dowsby

 

1035.2 Public presentation of plans for Spinney Farm by Savills on Wednesday 7th December 4pm to 7pm in the village hall.

 

1036    CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED

  1. (Sunshine Gym) Promotional information
  2. (HMRC) Tax code information
  3. (Clerks & Councils Direct) Newsletter – September 2022 Issue 143
  4. (HCM) Promotional information
  5. (CHB) Annual support invoice
  6. (Barclays) Organisation update required
  7. (Clerks & Councils Direct) Newsletter – November 2022 Issue 144
  8. (HMRC) Penalty notice
  9. (Barclays) Bank statements
  10. email(RDW) Aveland update September
  11. email(Rural Services) Bulletin 27.9.22
  12. email(LALC) E news 27.9.22
  13. email(Creative Play) Promotional information
  14. email(Rural Services) Bulletin 4.10.22
  15. email(LALC) Annual report
  16. email(LALC) Operation London bridge survey
  17. email(Lincs Police) Police priorities setting
  18. email(Arien Signs) Promotional information
  19. email(LCC) Bus service information
  20. email(LALC) E news 10.10.22
  21. email(Rural Services) Bulletin 11.10.22
  22. email(LALC) Cost of living information link
  23. email(Lincs Reservoir) Project information
  24. email(BHIB) Insurance renewal
  25. email (LALC) E news 17.10.22
  26. email(Dogs Trust Lincolnshire) Canine Care card
  27. email(Lincs Police) Safer Together Q3 newsletter
  28. email(Lincs Police) Bourne update
  29. email(SKDC) Local Plan review
  30. email(LALC) E news 24.10.22
  31. email(CAB) Request for donation
  32. email(Primary Care supplies) Defibrillator offers
  33. email(RDW) Aveland update October 22
  34. email(RDW) Poppy appeal
  35. email(LALC) E news 31.10.22
  36. email(LALC) E group addition
  37. email(SKDC) Cost of living support information
  38. email(Lincs Police) Policing survey
  39. email(geViews) Promotional information
  40. email(Tudor Ground Maintenance) Promotional information
  41. email(SKDC) Cost of living leaflet
  42. email(SKDC) Precept information
  43. email(LALC) E news 7.11.22
  44. email(Rural Services) Bulletin 8.11.22
  45. email(SKDC) Vacancies prior to election in May 2023
  46. email(Lincolnshire Wildlife park) Free tickets
  47. email(Edan Lincs) Domestic abuse awareness
  48. email(LALC) E news 14.11.22

Item 19 Bus service information forwarded to Cllr Rodford

 

1037    MATTERS OF AN URGENT NATURE

1037.1 Concern that culvert at the North of the village on the main road is blocked. Rubbish in

dyke on Fen Road should be cleared. Clerk to follow.

1037.2 Rebecca Burley welcomed to be co-opted onto the council. Unanimously agreed. Clerk to formalise paperwork.

1037.3 Cllr. Hill informed the meeting about the development of a new reservoir near Helprinham. Cllr. Barker had visited a consultation event.

 

1038    DATE OF NEXT MEETING: TBA February, 7.30p.m., Village Hall, Main Road, Dowsby.

 

There being no further business, the meeting closed at 8-35pm.

Phil Galpin, Clerk to Dowsby Parish Council.

24th Nov 2022