2008-10 October
13th October 2008
10389 Minutes: of the Ordinary Meeting of Arnside Parish Council, held in the Cemetery Chapel, Silverdale Road, Arnside on Monday 13th October 2008.
10390 Present: Chairman - Councillor D M (David) Willacy, J (Janet) Bolton, P E (Ted) Casey, R P (Rachel) Dutfield, S R (Sue) Hewitt, T (Terry) Keefe, Deputy Clerk - J M (Jayne) Beaumont and 4 members of the public.
10391 Apologies for Absence:
Written apologies were received from Cllr G R (Glyn) Jones, County Cllr I (Ian) Stewart and District Cllr P (Pru) Jupe (work commitments).
10392 Receipt of Declaration of Members’ Interests relating to any items appearing on the Agenda:
There were no declarations of Members’ interests relating to any items appearing on the agenda.
10393 Minutes of the Previous Meeting:
An amendment was made to 10379 Report for County Cllr Ian Stewart (1) the Highways Engineer, Nick Raymond, has looked at the drainage on Church Hill at the playing field gates. The minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 8th September 2008 were then approved and subsequently signed by the Chairman.
10394 Matters arising from the Minutes of previous meetings:
There were no matters arising from the Minutes of previous meetings.
10395 Matters raised by members of the Public for future consideration:
A member of the public observed that Station Road hedge still has not been cut and the APC noticeboard on the Promenade requires attention as it is looking weather beaten.
10396 At this point the Chairman requested permission from Members to bring item 18. h) on the agenda forward and this granted.
10396 Reports from the following committees and/or meetings:
h). Parish Plan Working Group
The Chairman invited Pete McSweeney, the Chairman of APPT, to speak on this matter who reported as follows: (1) those party to the Parish Plan Working Group were thanked, in particular, Cllrs Keefe and Dutfield, for their help, (2) it will need to be decided whether to circulate the report to every household or to leave a supply at various points in the village, (3) it was RESOLVED that as only approximately one fifth of the village had completed the questionnaire it was sufficient to leave at points around the village, (4) although the documents had been distributed by email to all Members only a few had received them and it was RESOLVED that these would be re-circulated prior to the November APC meeting in order that the review document can be finalised, (4) Members felt that an appendix should be added giving instructions of how to read the document, (5) it was also felt that certain responsibilities should be differentiated between, ie, APC, CCC or SLDC to avoid any public confusion.
10397 Police Report:
As there was no police presence at the meeting, the Chairman reported that: (1) all is quiet in the village at present, (2) the police are aware of several local speeding cars, (3) seats and wall by the war memorial have been damaged and the seats have been removed, (4) the Chairman expressed concern over whether PCSO’s in the village and it was RESOLVED that the Deputy Clerk write to ascertain status.
10398 Report from County Councillor Ian Stewart:
Cllr Stewart did not attend the meeting therefore there was no report.
10399 Report from District Councillor Pru Jupe:
Cllr Jupe did not attend the meeting, however, had circulated a written report with detailed the following: (1) discussions are continuing regarding the possibility of funding for youth facilities, (2) the issue of lack of sea rescue facilities is being pursued with Cllr Stewart, (3) a meeting is arranged with Tim Farron and Network Rail regarding Station Yard.
10400 Correspondence:
Receipt of the following items were noted and action determined, by resolution, as indicated:
1. Letter from Ann Bainbridge of Kendal asking for support against the wind turbines proposed for South Lakeland. A copy of her letter to Preston Patrick Parish Council.
It was RESOLVED that the Deputy Clerk reply to Mrs Bainbridge to inform her that Members felt that this was a personal opinion and that APC were not able to comment.
2. ROSPA Play Area safety report.
3. An invitation from the British Legion to Arnside Parish Council to send a representative to the Women’s Section County Conference at Arnside Women’s Institute on 22nd November 2008 at 2pm.
It was RESOLVED that the Chairman will attend.
4. Tim Farron MP writes to invite the Council to receive information about forthcoming appointments to the National Park Authorities.
It was RESOLVED that the Deputy Clerk write to accept that APC is kept informed.
5. Clerk and Council’s Direct Publication.
6. Standard Publication, September 2008.
7. Communities Consultation - the making and enforcement of bylaws.
It was RESOLVED that this document is retained in the cemetery chapel for public perusal.
10401 Planning Matters:
a). It was NOTED that, under the provisions of Standing Order 25, no applications had been dealt with.
b). It was NOTED that the following applications were considered:
SL/2008/0885 - 65 Silverdale Road, Arnside - two storey extension.
SL/2008/0939 - 49 The Promenade, Arnside - alterations and extension.
c). It was NOTED that no decisions had been taken by the District Council since the last meeting.
103402 Action taken in accordance with Standing Order 25 (other than Planning):
It was NOTED that no action had been taken under the provisions of Standing Order 25.
10403 To Identify Possible Sites for Light Industrial Units:
It was RESOLVED that a further application be made for Station Yard to be identified as a site for light industrial units.
10404 Advice to SLDC regarding the future of the Public Conveniences:
Members agreed that the public conveniences on the Promenade are essential, particularly when bay walks are taking place and that refurbishment and upgrading are necessary.
10405 To determine locations for additional Litter and Dog-Waste Bins:
Possible sites are Silverdale Road and New Barns Road and it was RESOLVED that this item should be put on the agenda for November.
10406 Cemetery and Burial Plots:
a). It was NOTED that all remaining burial plots in the ‘woodland’ portion of Arnside Cemetery are to be sold as single graves only and dug to double depth where required.
b). It was NOTED that all graves in Arnside Cemetery are to be dug by the appointed Parish Council gravedigger only.
10407 To consider replacing ‘Parish’ with an alternative term:
After discussion it was agreed that Parish remain in our title rather than an alternative term such as Town, Community, Village or Neighbourhood.
10408 Finance:
(1) The Financial Summary for September was received and approved.
(2) The following cheques were authorised and signed:
Smith of Derby - promenade clock maintenance £182.13 (894)
Aspen Tree Management - tree maintenance in cemetery £517.00 (895)
Audit Commission - audit 2007/08 £334.88 (896)
Playsafety Ltd - ROSPA inspection £ 70.50 (897)
CALC - Audit Seminar for J Beaumont £ 15.00 (898)
D Willacy - reimbursement for seat repairs £ 35.00 (899)
10409 Reports from the following committees and/or meetings:
a). Allotments
Cllr Jones did not attend the meeting therefore there was nothing to report. The Chairman reported that a load of manure had recently been delivered to the allotments.
b). Cemetery
Cllr Dutfield reported that: (1) there had been 2 ashes internments and 1 burial with a further one due this week, (2) a car has driven across the lower grassed area near to graves, (3) Cllr Hewitt was thanked by the Cemetery Custodian for her donation of a weeping willow to be planted at the bottom of the cemetery.
c). Cemetery and Cemetery Chapel Advisory Working Group
Cllr Hewitt reported that: (1) the Landscape Trust are not able to put up their cupboards where required as they cannot be fixed flush to the wall because of ducting and solid stone walls prevent chasing out, (2) the exterior woodwork requires painting.
d). Foreshore
The Chairman reported that: (1) the situation regarding lack of sea rescue boat is ongoing and Tim Farron is now involved.
e). Highways
The Chairman reported that: (1) a property on Silverdale Road was flooded out due to recent heavy rainfall, however, nothing has yet been done to prevent reoccurrence of the problem, (2) there are numerous white line markings around the village pending work by CCC, (3) it was requested that the kissing gate at the top of station field be removed to enable easier access and the Chairman will look into what will be involved.
f). Playing Field Advisory Committee
Cllr Dutfield reported that: (1) a meeting will be arranged for Spring 2009.
g). Playground Working Committee
Cllr Dutfield reported that: (1) a revised plan has been drawn by a landscape architect free of charge which incorporates a stone wall, for which a sustainability grant from AONB would be appropriate, (2) applications for grants have been made to Sita and the Foundation for Sports and the Arts and these are due soon, (3) a detailed strategy will be drawn up regarding costings.
I) Any other Committee
No Members had attended any further meetings.
10410 Items for Information:
Cllr Keefe informed the meeting that Ian Henderson has now retired from AONB and his replacement is Lucy Baron.
There is general concern over United Utilities at station field and where cars park along the road and owing to the fact that no planning permission was sought, it is necessary to be vigilant.
10411 Date of the next Meeting:
It was NOTED that the next Ordinary Meeting will be held on Monday 10th November 2008 at 7.15pm Items for the agenda to reach the Clerk before Friday 31st October 2008 and reports to reach the Clerk before Monday 3rd November 2008.
Jayne M Beaumont
Deputy Clerk to the Council
