Arnside Parish Council

9th February 2009 

10484 Minutes: of the Ordinary Meeting of Arnside Parish Council, held in the Cemetery Chapel, Silverdale Road, Arnside on Monday 9th February 2009. 

10485 Present: Chairman - Councillor D M (David) Willacy, J (Janet) Bolton, P E (Ted) Casey, R E (Bill) Edwards, S (Sue) Hewitt, T (Terry) Keefe, Acting Clerk - J M (Jayne) Beaumont, County Cllr I (Ian) Stewart, District Councillor P (Pru) Jupe and 4 members of the public.

10486 The Chairman acknowledged, with sadness, the passing away of former Parish Council Chairman Vic Gray, who has contributed so much for the village during his lifetime and who will be deeply missed.

10487 The Chairman requested that item17.b) be brought forward and this was RESOLVED.

10488 To receive Reports from the following committees and/or meetings:

b). Cemetery
(1) Approval of Strategy for 2009-2013
In the absence of Cllr Dutfield, Cemetery Custodian Sandy Felton gave a report on the Strategic Document for the Cemetery for the period 2009 - 2013, stating that: (1) there has been a vast improvement in the state of the Cemetery over the last two years, (2) there have been many burials and ashes internments,(3) it is hoped that the Cemetery may be used as a recreation space, (4) the path is a major financial problem and it is hoped that a grant may be available, (5) digital records will eventually be available to the public.  The Chairman thanked Mrs Felton and Cllr Dutfield for their hard work in putting together the document and the running of the cemetery and it was RESOLVED that the Strategic Document 2009-2013 be adopted.
(2) Cemetery Fees
These were changed in April 2008 and there is therefore no requirement to increase the fees.  It was RESOLVED that the cost for a vault (grave for three persons) be set at £220.  Sandy Felton reported that there have been 2 burials and 3 ashes internments this month.

10489 Apologies for Absence:  

Verbal apologies were received from Cllrs R G (Glyn) Jones (family commitments), R P (Rachel) Dutfield (holiday) and PC Belinda Friend.

10490 Receipt of Declaration of Members’ Interests relating to any items appearing on the Agenda:

Cllr Edwards declared an interested in 10.b) SL/2008/1129 - 1 The Meadows, Silverdale Road and
Cllr Willacy declared an interest in 10.b) SL/2009/0013 - The Playing Field, Silverdale Road.

10491 Minutes of the Previous Meeting:

The minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 12th January 2009 were approved and subsequently signed by the Chairman.

10492 Matters arising from the Minutes of previous meetings:

With reference to10445, Cllr Keefe advised that a meeting was set up for interested parties to the multi-wheel park but unfortunately this has had to be postponed.
With reference to 10452, Cllr Keefe advised that he has made enquiries at the EI in connection with sustainable energy.

10493 Matters raised by members of the Public for future consideration:

The were no matters raised by members of the public for consideration.

10494 Police Report:

There was no police presence at the meeting, however, the Chairman reported that: (1) a man was arrested for assault, (2) a man suffering from dementia was round wandering, (3) reports of door-to-door selling.

10495 Report from County Councillor Ian Stewart:

Cllr Stewart reported on the following: (1) CCC budget is due 19th February with possible 2 ½% maximum council tax increase, (2) there is to be an audit of locations of grit bins - tags are to be attached to the bins with a reference to quote when re-filling is required, (3) CCC elections 4th June, (4) discussions regarding the coastguard boat are still ongoing.  The Chairman reported that: (1) according to an article in the Westmorland Gazette which indicated that the tide siren will cease to operate, it is requested that SLDC issue a statement to confirm that this is in fact incorrect and the tide siren WILL continue to operate, (2) regarding the distressing death of an elderly Silverdale lady as a result of a fire, to which Carnforth and Bolton-le-Sands fire brigades were called out, concern is expressed as to why Arnside fire brigade were NOT called out when the distance to Silverdale is far shorter, (3) Arnside Coastguard were called out to a report that people were seen on the sands some distance from Jenny Brown’s Point, the Coastguards having to walk over a mile on the sands to attend to the persons - concern is expressed as to why the RNLI hovercraft was not called out to this incident.

10496 Report from District Councillor Pru Jupe:

Cllr Jupe reported on the following: (1) regarding the coastguard boat, Bay Search and Rescue have very strong views that a boat is definitely required and they are looking for premises in the area, (2) a public meeting is to be arranged regarding the Local Development Framework as people are concerned regarding public land/their own land, with a final draft being available in October, (3) a meeting regarding the Multi-Wheel Park will take place on 10th February and Cllr Keefe will report back to Cllr Jupe.

10497 Correspondence:

Receipt of the following items were noted and action determined, by resolution, as indicated:
1. Selrap write to advise of reinstatement of missing rail link between Skipton and Colne and request the support of APC.
It was RESOLVED that the Acting Clerk write to Selrap to offer support.
2. Letter from Mrs Ormisher re lack of gritting on Orchard Road.
3. CVS - January/February 2009.
4. Cumbria Rural Housing Trust - invitation to communities and local authorities in Cumbria to visit a successful Community Land Trust in Northumberland.
5. Clerks and Council Direct - January 2009.
6. CCC - 2008 Progress Report on 2nd Local Transport Plan.
7. Mencap - request for funding.
It was RESOLVED that funding would not be given at this time.
8. Horton Landscaping Ltd write to ask if APC are asking for tenders for general maintenance.
9. Time Newsletter from Smith and Derby - Winter 2009.
10. SLCC - notice of Regional Conferences and 2009 Practitioners’ Conference.
11. NALC - ‘Stepping Stones’ Regional Events.
12. Damaged light on Orchard Road.
13. Special CALC meeting.

10498 Planning Matters:

a). It was NOTED that, under the provisions of Standing Order 25, no following applications had been dealt with.

b). The following applications were considered:
SL/2008/1260 - The Old Vicarage, 83 Silverdale Road - erection of detached garage: NO COMMENT.
SL/2008/1129 - 1 The Meadows, Silverdale Road - two storey extension and single storey rear extension: NO COMMENT.
SL/2008/1139 - Lowood, New Barns Road - erection of dwelling and garage: NO COMMENT.
SL/2009/0013 - The Playing Field, Silverdale Road - re-grading of site to allow redevelopment and refurbishment of playing field to include installation of play equipment and formation of pedestrian access: concerns have been raised by neighbouring residents over the increased level of car parking that the new playground will inevitably create.
SL/2008/1122 - 2 Parkside Drive (amended plan) - single storey extension: NO COMMENT.

c).  It was NOTED that the following decisions have been taken by the District Council since the last meeting:
SL/2008/1115 - 10 Parkside Drive - single storey extension to front and enclosure of car port to form double garage: GRANTED.
SL/2008/1119 - Spar Shop, 35 The Promenade - conversion of rear store room to dwelling: GRANTED.
SL/2008/1148 - 25 Red Hills Road - two storey extension: GRANTED.
SL/08/0344 - Hollins Farm, Far Arnside - certificate of lawful use or development: GRANTED.

10499 Action taken in accordance with Standing Order 25 (other than Planning):

It was NOTED that the following action had been taken under the provisions of Standing Order 25:

(1) Cheque no 200911 for £13.70 made payable to S Felton in respect of Cemetery Custodian’s expenses.
10500 Locations for Additional Litter and Dog Waste Bins:

Cllr Jupe advised that following the forthcoming SLDC budget APC will be advised of the amount of litter and dog waste bins that will be available in due course.

10501 Response to Grange-over-Sands Town Council in connection with Cross Bay Walks:

Following recent correspondence from Grange-over-Sands Town Council regarding concerns over Cross Bay Walks it was RESOLVED that the Acting Clerk contact the Clerk and advise that there are no major problems at the moment, however, APC will offer support where necessary.

10502 Correspondence Address for Arnside Parish Council:

It was RESOLVED that while the Clerk is on sick leave all correspondence should be sent to the Acting Clerk.

10503 Policy regarding the Issue of Boat Permits:

It was RESOLVED that while the Clerk is on sick leave the Acting Clerk will issue all boat permits following approval from APC.

10504 Finance:

(1) The Financial Summary for January was received and approved.
(2) The following cheques were authorised and signed:

Flag - annual subscription   £10.00  (912)
OES UK Ltd - photocopying charges  £19.50  (913)
NW Air Ambulance - donation   £100.00  (914)
EON - electricity at chapel   £242.50  (915)
T Milligan - new sign for foreshore  £89.94  (916)
D Willacy - materials from Screwfix  £56.24  (917) 

10505 Reports from the following committees and/or meetings:

a).  Allotments
Cllr Jones did not attend the meeting therefore there was nothing to report.
c).  Cemetery and Cemetery Chapel Advisory Working Group
Cllr Hewitt reported that: (1) Dennis Bradbury will be holding an Arnside Archive event on Saturday June 6th, (2) Landscape Trust Open Day on Saturday April 25th.

d).  Foreshore
The Chairman reported that: (1) the rubbish from the shore has now gone, (2) the gardens have been cut back, (3) there is to be a litterpick at Milnthorpe Marshes on Saturday 14th February.

e).  Highways
The Chairman reported that: (1) the scheduled Silverdale Road closure did not occur on time, (2) the bottom of Briery Bank is to be resurfaced, (3) a resident reported that when dropping off somebody at the station by car on the southbound side, the gate had appeared to be locked; in fact, it was not locked but considerable distress and time wasting occurred as a result of this ‘deception’ and it is imperative that people can gain access to the southbound side of the station at all times, whether disabled or otherwise.

f).  Playing Field Advisory Committee
The Chairman reported that: (1) Sport England had telephoned to advise that grants are available if necessary.

g).  Playground Working Committee
Cllr Dutfield did not attend the meeting, however, for information: (1) the next meeting of the PWG is Wednesday 25th February, (2) a quiz will take place in the Albion on Thursday 12th March at 8.30pm, teams of 4 persons £5.00.

h). Any other Committee

Cllr Keefe had attended the AONB Exec Committee and reported that: (1) the draft Management Plan and Action Plan are now available for consultation.

10506 At this point, the Chairman requested that members of the public leave the meeting.

10507 Future Position of the Clerk to the Council:

The Chairman reported that, under guidance from Guy Richardson of CALC, the clerk has agreed to an independent medical and it was RESOLVED by members of APC to go ahead.

10508 Items for Information:

There were no items for information.

10509 Date of the next Meeting:

It was NOTED  that the next Ordinary Meeting will be held on Monday 9th March 2009 at 7.15pm  Items for the agenda to reach the Acting Clerk before Friday 27th February  2009 and reports to reach the Acting Clerk before Monday 2nd March 2009.

 
Jayne M Beaumont
Acting Clerk to the Council