KINGSLEY PARISH COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF KINGSLEY PARISH COUNCIL HELD IN THE KINGSLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE ON TUESDAY 20 th OCTOBER 2015 AT 7.30PM Present: Councillor C.Jones (Chairman) Councillor D.Moores (Vice Chairman) Councillor G.Warburton Councillor D.Fletcher Councillor F.Crane Councillor C.Pownall Councillor J.Cliff In attendance Mrs. D.Woods (Parish Clerk) Prior to the main business of the evening Councillors met with prospective candidates for the Parish /Councillor Vacancies. MEETING NO. 5 15/123 Apologies for Absence Council Received and Accepted apologies from Councillor D.Vickers. Councillor Oultram (CW&C) also sent in his apologies. 15/124 Minutes of the Meeting held on the 15 th September 2015 The Minutes of the Meeting held on the 15 th September were approved and signed by the Chairman as a true and correct record. 15/125 Matters Arising from the Minutes Fields in Trust postponed to the next meeting. There were no further matters arising. Council agreed to bring forward item 15/128 and Item 15/132(Part). 15/128 Opportunity for Public to raise issues. Mr. Neil Hayes representing Frodsham Veterans Football Club queried the up to date position re the Parish Council taking over the lease for Middle Lane Playing Field. He stated the field was currently also used by Frodsham Junior Football Club. It was noted there was no water or electricity to the building on the site and the players had to go down to Saltworks Farm at Frodsham for showers. It was noted that the Junior Club was expected to take over facilities at Salt Works Farm and would not then be using the field. The Parish Council noted that the current cost to maintain was 1600.00.The anticipated income was approximately 1000.00 but this could drop if the Junior Football Club ceased to use it. 19
Concern was expressed at the increased cost on the precept and whether there was any scope to increase usage by other groups. It had been suggested to improve parking in the area and around the school that facilities could be provided on the field but it was questioned whether this would be used. Item 15/132 Middle Lane Playing Field After further discussion on the report on the meeting with CW&C the following proposition was to be put to CW&C for consideration. To request CW&C for a 25 year lease with a break clause after 3 years to give the Parish Council time to see if it can win grant funding to improve the facilities and to improve the usage. 15/126 Chairman s Remarks Fracking It was felt that members should do more research on this matter and referred to the CW&C report on the website. Christmas Celebrations The Chairman asked Councillor Moores to let members know when help Was needed with the above. Councillor Moores outlined the current position and pointed out that December 3 rd was expected to be the Switch on. Open Spaces Survey The Chairman confirmed this had been completed on behalf of the Parish Council. Newsletter The Chairman requested that more information be sent to the Editor and Referred to the Recent Awards for All Grant obtained by the Parish Council. Historic Sign This was still being dealt with. by the contractor. 15/127 Co-option of Councillors. It was unanimously agreed that Mrs. Sue Billows and Mr..David Crossley Be co-opted on to the Parish Council with immediate effect. The Clerk agreed to let them have the necessary Register of Interest Forms for completion. 15/129 Planning Issues Prior to commencement of this item Councillor Moores reminded Councillors of the arrangements agreed by Council in relation to the Planning Group. 1, Council NOTED the Planning decisions made by the Borough Council. 20
15/03103/LDC Orchard End Farm Depmore Lane APPROVAL Existing permanent dwelling together with the Erection of a conservatory extension. 15/02175/FUL Land to rear Lower House Farm APPROVAL Agricultural building 15/03535/FUL 2 Smithy Lane APPROVAL Proposed single storey rear extension 15/01616/FUL Beech Farm Beech Lane Norley REFUSAL Proposed new driveway and access (Including increasing the level of the land Either side of the proposed access by importing Inert material and the grubbing up of the Existing access) 15/02539/FUL 1 Orchard Gate Kingsley APPROVAL 2. COMMENTS REQUIRED PRIOR TO MEETING 15/03176/FUL Castle Hill Farm Waterloo Lane WITHDRAWN Change of use of agricultural land for Alternative access 3.. APPLICATIONS CONSIDERED 15/04033/LBC Castle Hill Farm NO OBJECTIONS Two storey rear extension, glazed single Storey rear extension, and internal Alterations in relation to the refurbishment Of the dwelling including the Replacement and re-orientation of staircase 15/03952/FUL Castle Hill Farm Waterloo Lane NO OBJECTIONS Two storey rear extension including Re-build of existing lean to, and glazed Single storey extension 15/04179/CAT Westbrook Farm House Hollow Lane NO OBJECTIONS Remove Cedar close to rear corner Of house due to size of tree and Damage to patio and proximity to drains 15/130 Finance 21
(a) Council agreed the following payments and signed cheques SITA (UK) Bin Emptying 26.16 (VAT4.36) 002699*** CHALC (Membership) 252.32 002700*** Cheshire Community Act.(Aff.fee2015/2016) 50.00 002701*** Cheshire County Playing Fields.(Aff.Fee) 20.00 002702*** A.Walker (October)) 160.00 002703 D.Woods (October) 284.52 002704 HMRC (October) 111.20 002705 Kingsley and Newton Village I. (Donation) 5000.00 002706 Admin expenses (April-September) 63.00 002707 BDO (external audit) 240.00(VAT40.00) 002708 Scottish Power (Cemetery) 27.98 (VAT1.33) 002709 BT. Telephone 169.42(VAT28.24) 002710 SITA (UK)Bin Emptying 26.16(VAT4.36) 002711 *** Invoices paid prior to the meeting. (b) Council noted payments received Bank Interest September 2.84 Awards for All (Gym Project) 4399.49 AON (Refund Insurance) 68.79 D.T.Turner (Cremation) 75.00 (c) Council received the Financial Report & Bank Reconciliation up to the 30 th June (2 nd Quarter) (d) Council received the External Auditors Report for the last Financial year On the basis of our review of the annual return in our opinion the information in the annual return is in accordance with proper practices and no matters have come to our attention giving cause for concern that relevant legislation and regulatory requirements have not been met. Audit Report for information concerning Fixed Assets was supplied also. 15/131 Borough Councillor Remarks None received 15/132 Playing Field Report Councillor Fletcher reported that there would not be a bonfire on the field this year as sufficient sponsorship could not be obtained, It was hoped that one would take place in 2016. ~Council stated that perhaps they could assist with some funding if needed. It was noted that Northwich Town Council carried out any necessary repairs. 22
It was agreed that the Chairman and Councillor Fletcher would inspect all the play equipment to see if any needed a face lift. 15/133 Cemetery Report Councillor Warburton stated there was nothing to report at present. It was agreed to make a donation of 100 towards the Poppy Appeal. The date for the Remembrance Service was to be 8 th November at 10.00am with the wreath laying at 11.00am. 15/134 Traffic & Highways Parking along Hollow Lane (Letter from Mr. Douglas) Councillor Pownall referred to the letter from Mr..Douglas suggesting Some restrictions on parking time. This was noted and would be taken up With CW&C. Town Farm Quarry Public Hearing It was noted this had been postponed due to all the relevant people not being notified correctly. Parking around the Community Centre It was noted that Councillor Pownall had met with Councillor Oultram and visited the area, Councillor Oultram was now taking this up with CW&C. Councillor Vickers had sent in a report indicating he was meeting with CW&C on the 4 th November to discuss speed limits, road safety, road priorities and markings, signage and parking on Kingsley Road, Hollow Lane and Middle Lane. People who would be attending were Mrs. Sarah Harrison (School Head Teacher), Mark Jones (Environment CW&C) PC. Phil Brandreth, Councillor Oultram, Carl Marcantonio (Parent of pupil at the school) The Schools Road Safety Officers and a resident of Middle Lane. Traffic Regulation Order 1145 Norley Road Kingsley The Clerk was instructed to write to CW&C indicating Council s concern at the proposed diversion route. 15/135 Public Rights of Way No report 15/136 Clerk Vacancy Resolution: To approve establishment of a Personnel Committee and agree to their terms and conditions The formation of a Personal Committee and Terms of Reference was Discussed following which it was agreed that Councillor Jones, Moores, Pownall and Warburton would make up the Committee.The Terms of Reference was also adopted. 23
15/137 Correspondence Received Council noted receipt of the following correspondence.. ` (a) Cheshire West & Chester Council (including Cultural Services Review) (b) Miscellaneous 1. CPFA AGM 2. CHALC (Annual Meeting 29 th Oct 2015 Booking Form plus CHALC Newsletter. 3. British Hearth Foundation (Re Defibrillators) Councillor Moores reported he had registered Council interest in this item and would make further enquiries. Meeting closed at 9.15pm Signed Dated 24