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MINUTES
OF THE MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD AT THE VILLAGE HALL
ON WEDNESDAY 9 JUNE 2010
FROM
7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Parker (Chairman in the Chair); Cllr Beechey ; Cllr Bray;
and
the Clerk.
2010-06-1260
Apologies received from Cllr Whiteley; Cllr Hutchinson; Cllr
Newton.
There were no declarations of interest.
2010-06-1261
Minutes of the Annual meeting were agreed as a correct record.
Proposed Cllr Parker Seconded Cllr Bray Agreed
2010-06-1262
Matters from the minutes
Play Project – Cllr Beechey reported that the facilitator
had
visited the project and he had been impressed by the presentation.
He had
inspected the area and there was concern about a tree on the
old orchard
site.
Clerk would contact SDC and Cllr McCartney about this issue.
Members agreed that the fantastic work which Sarah West had
been
doing on the play project was to be commended. It was agreed
that Sarah be
invited as guest to the Christmas dinner where a presentation
would be
made.
Clerk noted that he had been in contact with Nigel Adams MP
re
site for allotments.
2010-06-1263
Progress Reports:
Play Project – It was noted that Epac had awarded £10000
towards the
project.
Sportsfield – Cllr Beechey would be meeting with Football
club regarding
progress on this project.
Memorial Bench – This was now sited and donation of £500
received from
former resident. Clerk would thank the person and ask Mr Poskitt
for
permission to clear around the bench and plant up, following
this Clerk
would add this area for strimming to Sodexho contract.
It was agreed the bench on Church Lane would be re sited.
Permission
from the Manor Hotel to be obtained. Thanks to be sent to
Kellington Manor
Hotel for their agreement to site it there. Clerk to formally
ask Highways for their permission.
Memorial
Garden – Cllr Bray and Clerk had been in touch with Cllr
McCartney about the site. Clerk was awaiting formal permission
from SDC regarding
the use of the site. There was concern that SDC may still
want to use the
site for housing.
Clerk had obtained grant application forms and would process
these once
permission and planning application had been made and agreed.
Beal Carrs – Clerk to chase up progress with NYCC about
this as a matter
of urgency.
Upper Common Lane enforcement – Clerk noted email from
SDC regarding the
alleged unauthorised development there. Copies of site plans
from Google
will be sent to SDC enforcement in order to progress this
matter.
It was agreed that there was concern that Cllr McCartney had
not attended
this meeting as items such as this require further discussion.
Members
agreed to formally invited Cllr Mrs McCartney to attend next
meeting and give a
progress report of her activities.
Traffic on Broach Lane – Cllr Bray reported that wall
had been demolished
by speeding vehicle and Clerk to ask Highways of progress
of double white
lines there.
Armed Forces Flag – It was noted that the special Yorkshire
flag and
armed forces flag had been ordered and were due to be received.
2010-06-1264
Finance
18 May 2010, P Banks, Memorial Seat, £600.00
01 June 2010, R Fogden, Salary, £307.58
08 June 2010, Amey, Lighting, £173.27
08 June 2010, Rural Action Yorks, £35.00, Subscription
08 June 2010, YNYPFA, £25.00, Subscription.
08 June 2010, CC Ltd, £409.79, Hall Insurance
08 June 2010, J W Plant, Flags for Hall
08 June 2010, Race for Life, £50.00, S137 donation
Total Expenditure £1695.93
Proposed Cllr Parker Seconded Cllr Beechey Agreed
2010-06-1265
Correspondence
The following items were noted and circulated –
CEF Vision Plan – clerk to complete
Area Cttee News
AVS News
Country Air
Playing Field News
NY Police data on incidents
YLCA agenda
NY Waste Strategy Report
NY draft transport strategy
2010-06-1266
Minor Items
Cllr Bray to liaise with First Impressions re rest of
installation of hanging baskets. Most were now installed.
Draft Parish Charter by NYCC circulated to members. Clerk
explained the details and any responses to be sent to him
and these would be
forwarded to NYCC.
Cllr parker raised concerns about the broadband speeds in
the
village. Clerk to contact BT.
2010-06-1267
Next meeting agreed as 21 July.
Chair closed the meeting at 8.55pm.
MINUTES
OF THE MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD AT THE COMMUNITY HALL
ON WEDNESDAY 21 APRIL 2010 FROM 7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Bray (Chairman in the Chair); Cllr Beechey ; Cllr Newton;
Cllr
Parker and the Clerk.
In Attendance:
Sarah West Play Area Committee
1 member of the public.
2010-04-1233
Apologies received from Cllr Whiteley and Cllrs M and M McCartney
(SDC)
There were no declarations of interest.
2010-04-1234
Public Matters:
A member of the public noted to members that in his view the
Council had
raised the precept at an alarming rate in the last few year.
Chair noted
that the precept had not risen for the past three years. The
clerk explained
how SDC put together the Council Tax calculations.
Members noted that the rise for this year was entirely due
to the need to
finance the Parish Plan projects.
2010-04-1235
Co-option to Council.
Members agreed to formally co-opt Mr David Jewitt to the Council
to fill the vacancy,
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Newton.
Mr Jewitt signed the acceptance of office and register of
interests.
Members welcomed him to the Council.
2010-04-1236
Play Area Project.
Sarah West gave a verbal update of the project noting that
the project had
passed stage 1 of the Lottery procedures.
Letters of support for the project were being collected.
Cllr Beechey thanked Sarah for her work on the project.
2010-04-1237
Minutes of the March meeting were agreed and approved as a
correct record.
Proposed Cllr Bray Seconded Cllr Beechey Agreed
2010-04-1238
It was noted by the clerk and agreed by members that CRB checks
would be
ordered on the new forms in July and that the Council would
pay the legal
costs of these.
2010-04-1239
Council agreed not to go ahead with the purchase of salt/grit
bins.
2010-04-1240
Progress Reports:
Allotments – Cllr Bray noted that at the Farmers
Market the Conservative
candidate was asked about intervening in the dispute with
Mrs Nicholson
regarding land for allotments and confirmed that he would
do so if elected.
Memorial Bench – It was noted that delivery is
awaited and contractor
ready to install
.
Memorial Garden – Funding received of £500
from CIPs group and
Council agreed that the project would be developed by the
Village Hall
Committee.
Clerk would seek out appropriate grant funding.
Sportsfield/Play project – It was noted that CEF
group was holding
£1000 towards this from CIPs group, Clerk to request
the download of funds.
Beal Carrs- Clerk noted discussions had with Graham Megson
of NYCC
seeking quotations for procurement of the project.
2010-04-1241
Correspondence
The following items were noted and put into circulation to
members
–
SDC email confirming Roberts had waste licence for dumping
on land
adjacent
Fire authority news
Note from Groundwork noting completion of Play Ranger Service
–
clerk to write and thank them for their work
NYCC Minerals Core Strategy consultation
CE Electric news
SDC planning note confirming permission not required to update
play
equipment on village green
NYCC circular draft of Parish Charter
Planning application for extension to school staffroom at
Kellington
School – Chair and Vice Chair to visit the site.
2010-04-1242
It was noted that village hall committee had met and are looking
at
refurbishment of the hall floor. The committee is now financially
stable and the Farmers Markets had been very successful.
2010-04-1243
Finance:
· Members agreed to make S137 donations of £100
each to Whitley
Brisge and Eggborough Cricket Clubs.
Proposed Cllr Bray Seconded Cllr Beechey
· Clerk noted that end year bank balance was £7937.81
· The following payments were agreed and adopted –
01-Apr
01-1011
R Fogden
£ 307.58
salary
SO
21-Apr
02-1011
First Impressions
£ 2,529.19
In Bloom
300638
03-1011
YLCA
£ 260.00
subs
300639
04-1011
Selby AVS
£ 20.00
subs
300640
05-1011
Came & Co
£ 1,087.47
insurance
300643
06-1011
Amey
£ 173.27
street lights
300644
07-1011
Amey
£ 173.27
street lights
300645
08-1011
Egg Cricket Club
£ 100.00
S137
300646
09-1011
WB Cricket Club
£ 100.00
S137
300647
10-1011
R Beechey
£ 9.43
website
300648
Total
£ 4,760.21
Proposed Cllr Bray Seconded Cllr Beechey Agreed
· It was noted that half year internal audit had been
carried
out and results with some additional checking next month would
be filed.
2010-04-1244
Minor Items
· It was agreed that Sodexho be contacted to add Roall
Wood
grass cutting – to add right to edge of fencing. Clerk
to contact.
· It was agreed to invite Cllr McCartney to next meeting
to
review
Upper Common Lane unauthorised development
· It was noted that Mavis Skelton was celebrating 30
years of being
in charge of the Community Centre this year. It was agreed
to use the
Chairman’s Allowance to make a presentation to her.
· Van parking on Bird Lane, - Clerk to request PCSO
to visit the
site.
2010-04-1245
Next meeting agreed as Annual Meeting on 12 May. Chair closed
the
meeting
at 9.05pm
NOTICE
OF MEETING
The next Meeting of the Parish Council
Will take place on 8th June 2010 at the village hall from
7.30pm
AGENDA
1. Apologies and declarations of interest
2. To approve the minutes of the Annual meeting
3. To consider matters from the minutes
4. Progress Reports on: Play Project/Memorial
5. Garden/Beal Carrs
6. To approve schedule of payments
7. To consider any report from Village Hall Committee
8. To consider any planning applications received
9. To note correspondence received
10. To consider any urgent items
11. To agree next meeting
MINUTES
OF THE MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD AT THE COMMUNITY HALL
ON WEDNESDAY 10 MARCH 2010 FROM 7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Bray (Chairman in the Chair); Cllr Beechey ; Cllr Newton;
Cllr Hutchinson; Cllr Whiteley; and the Clerk.
In Attendance:
Sarah West Play Area Committee
1 member of the public.
2010-03-1222
Apologies received from Cllr Parker.
There were no declarations of interest.
2010-03-1223
Public Matters:
Sarah West gave a presentation of the play area project outlining
grants applied for and costs. The Council agreed to fund the
third party fees in accordance with the Wren grant, if successful.
The Council had kept a reserve fund for the project.
The Chairman thanked and commended Sarah for her work on the
project.
2010-03-1224
Member of the public was introduced and he gave notice of
his interest to join the Council as a co-opted member.
It was agreed that members would now not invite further applications
and the matter would be considered at the next meeting.
2010-03-1225
Minutes
The minutes of the February meeting were considered and the
following observations made –
· Ref Minute 1215 – A report had been received
from Cllr Parker regarding the drain cover on Broach Lane.
This was identified as not faulty or damaged and problems
there were on the highway itself. It was reported that the
carriageway had been repaired; speeding issue was still being
looked at.
· Ref Minute 1217 –The visit to the landowner
of the Southfield site still to be arranged; the Northfield
encroachment was being dealt with by NYCC.
· Ref Minute 1218 – The memorial garden site plan
was being drawn up and clerk would send to SDC for planning
approval; NYCC would be consulted by SDC.
· Ref. Minute 1219 –Members noted the quotation
for 30 hanging baskets at £2529 and agreed this to be
auctioned. Chairman would meet with contractor to agree sites
for extra baskets.
The minutes were agreed as a true and correct record
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Bray Agreed
2010-03-1226
Members noted proposals by Cllr McCartney regarding the canal
towpath footpath, though this was not of significant interest
to the Council. Cllr Beechey would be attending the open meeting
to look at proposals.
2010-03-1227
Members noted a letter from Cllr McCartney regarding the provision
of salt and grit and the provision of salt bins which could
be adopted by the Council. There was concern at the potential
costs of this and members agreed to invite Cllr McCartney
to the next meeting to discuss this.
2010-03-1228
Progress Reports:
· Clerk circulated report of Beal Carrs project, final
costings are awaited and will be sent to NYCC for action.
· Cllr Beechey noted memorial bench had been ordered
and would be delivered to him for contractor to erect. Landowner
and NYCC had agreed to the siting.
· Members considered the Insurance renewal. Quotation
from present insurers, Aviva had been received and members
agreed to accept a discount for a 3 year agreement of £1087
per year.
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Bray Agreed
2010-03-1229
Correspondence:
The following items were noted –
Councils Direct
White Rose Update
YLCA branch agenda
Playing Field News
SDC core strategy CD
2010-03-1230
The following payments were agreed for payment –
Date
Item No
Payee
£
Details
Payment
01-Mar
65-0910
R Fogden
£ 307.58
salary
SO
10-Mar
66-0910
Amey
£ 173.27
lighting
300633
67-0910
R Fogden
£ 16.97
storage
300635
68-0910
R Richardson
£ 8.55
strimmer
300636
69-0910
NYCC
£ 479.33
sign instal
300637
70-0910
Osgoldcross Forum
£ 36.00
newsletter
300641
71-0910
R Beechey
£ 31.80
website
300642
Total
£ 1,053.50
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Bray Agreed
2010-03-1231
Minor Items:
· Cllr Bray showed members war memorial placque for
the village hall made by local historian. Members agreed to
purchase one for display at the Red Lion.
· Cllr Whitely had noted recent fire at Meadow View
and problems at the site.
· It was noted that land adjacent to Roberts Construction
on Lunn Lane was subjected to illegal dumping and fly tipping.
Clerk to report the matter urgently to NYCC. Members agreed
to look at claiming this land under adverse possession after
the matter of dumping had been solved.
2010-03-1232
Next meeting agreed as Wed 14 April.
Chair closed the meeting at 9pm.
MINUTES
OF THE MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD
AT THE COMMUNITY HALL
ON WEDNESDAY 13 JANUARY, 2010
from 7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Bray (Chairman in the Chair); Cllr Beechey ; Cllr Newton;
Cllr
Hutchinson; and the Clerk.
In Attendance:
2 members public
2010-01-1202
Apologies received from Cllrs Whiteley.
There were no declarations of interest.
2010-01-1203
Public Matters:
Two residents reported problems with vehicles colliding with
their wall
on
their boundary on Broach Lane. The matter of speeds and kerbing
were
also
considered. Chairman and Cllr Beechey would visit the site
with
Highways
engineer to consider matters further.
2010-01-1204
Minutes
The minutes of the December were agreed and adopted as a correct
record.
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Newton Agreed
2010-01-1205
Progress Reports:
· It was noted that the Council could now co-opt a
member to
fill the vacancy created by Cllr Howard’s resignation.
· It was noted that Cllrs Beechey and Bray would attend
a site visit with Highways to look at siting the memorial
bench.
· It was agreed that the clerk should write to Cllr
McCartney concerning lack of action on Parish matters.
· Clerk reported that a site meeting would be taking
place with John Wint re Beal Carrs. Following this a map would
be created and sign designer approached. Graham Megson of
NYCC has confirmed that funding for the project is available
through Coalfield money. Clerk will report back to Council
on progress.
· It was agreed that following this progress the clerk
should write to Mr Wint noting a lack of courtesy to local
walkers.
· Cllr Beechey reported that the Forum would be maintaining
new allotments on Kellington Common at Eggborough. Members
agreed that there is a is a need for the land at Southfield
and Old Orchard to be used. Clerk would ask Mr Poskitt about
the timing of his offer of land for allotments to come into
use. Clerk would write to owner of Southfield reminding her
of the Council’s desire to utilise the land.
2010-01-1206
Correspondence –
The following was circulated –
Selby DIAL newsletter
White Rose Update
Councils Direct
AVS news
Fire Authority Report
Area Ctee News
NYCC notice on bus service
2010-01-1207
It was agreed that clerk would research grant funds available
for projects contacting Cllr Shaw-Wright, Cllr Ivey, British
Legion and others. A report will be given to members.
2010-01-1208
Clerk would report to Highways the encroachment of fencing
on Roall Lane informing NYCC that the Council would deal with
the tree pruning. The land owner had not responded to the
Council’s letter about this.
2010-01-1209
Sportsfield Project
It was noted that a fund raising disco is being held and design
plans will be available for people to see. Cllr Beechey sketched
out basic design to be used on the village green. The estimated
cost for the scheme was £89k.
2010-01-1210
The planning application for dormer window on Plough Garth
was considered.
Members had no objections.
2010-01-1211
Finance
The following payments were approved –
Payment
01-Dec
54-0910
R Fogden
£ 307.00
salary
SO
09-Dec
55-0910
Amey
£ 169.58
lighting
300626
56-0910
Valuation Office
£ 690.00
legal fees
300627
57-0910
SLCC
£ 60.50
annual subs
300628
58-0910
Selby Scout Band
£ 50.00
christmas event
300629
01-Jan
60-0910
R Fogden
£ 307.00
salary
SO
12-Jan
61-0910
Amey
£ 169.58
lighting
300631
62-0910
R Fogden
£ 24.00
PC software 33%
300632
Total Expenditure
£ 1,777.66
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Bray Agreed
2010-01-1212
Minor Items
· Clerk was reminded that confirmation from NYCC on
using the site near Post Office as memorial garden was required.
Clerk would contact NYCC
.
· It was noted that the children’s Christmas party
had been very successful with 42 children attending.
2010-01-1213
Next meeting agreed as 10 Febraury.
Chair closed the meeting at 9pm.
MINUTES
OF THE MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD
AT THE COMMUNITY HALL
ON
WEDNESDAY 9 Dec 2009
FROM
7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Bray (Chairman in the Chair); Cllr Beechey ; Cllr Newton;
Cllr Hutchinson; and the Clerk.
In
Attendance:
None
2009-12-1194
Apologies received from Cllrs Whiteley and Parker.
There were no declarations of interest.
2009-12-1195
Public Matters:
None
2009-12-1196
Minutes
The minutes of the November were agreed and adopted as a correct
record.
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Newton Agreed
2009-12-1197
Progress Reports:
* It was noted that Cllr Howard had resigned from the Council
and the clerk would issue the necessary vacancy notices. He
had expressed a wish to help with the newsletter but members
agreed that Cllr Newton should continue this work.
* Members agreed the memorial bench siting near Church Lane
and the Council was awaiting NYCC comments. No reply had been
received from Cty Cllr McCartney on this issue. Cllr Bray
would be speaking to Highways.
* It was agreed that the Council were not happy with the lack
of responses from Cllr McCartney on a variety of issues. Proposed
Cllr Bray Seconded Cllr Beechey. Agreed
* Cllr Beechey reported that Steve Parker was a new active
First Responder in the community.
* Clerk noted final quotes awaiting from signwriters re Beal
Carrs project, he would chase this up over Christmas.
* Thank you letters for grants received from Kellington Elderly
People and Selby Youth.
* Cllr Beechey reported on Playfield project developments
– Peter Murphy of Groundwork had agreed to take on the
Project Manager role for the project. It was noted that there
would be fees charged for this. The Forum may have a funding
bidder who could research project funding and this would be
persued.
* The local CEF would be meeting tomorrow.
* Cllr Jenny Chapnell had been elected as SDC standards Committee
rep.
* SDC investigation still required re unauthorised development
at Broach Lane – replies awaited.
* Clerk would remind NYCC to resite the tourist sign as soon
as possible.
2009-12-1198
Allotments
It was noted that provision in the future would have to be
made to provide allotments. Clerk would again write to Mrs
Dickinson about her site. Mr Poskitts land would be available
next year.
2009-12-1199
Finance & Budget
The budget report had been circulated to members and members
noted that there was a need to progress the projects emanating
from the Parish Plan after some 4 years – these were
the Playfield project, the allotments provision and the Memorial
Garden.
Clerk would apply for CIPs funds for the garden, middle quote
received was £18,000 and funding for this would be sought.
£5000 was earmarked in the reserves for the Playfield
project.
Members agreed to increase the precept to £20,500 in
April 2010. This was a small rise after 3 years of no increases
and projects coming on line.
The total budget would be approv £178,000 taking into
account any possible loan sanction or grant funding.
Proposed Cllr Bray Seconded Cllr Newton Agreed
2009-12-1200
Minor Items
* Cllr Beechey noted that grant funds may be available for
projects such as the memorial garden and he would pursue this
with Cllr Shaw-Wright.
* It was noted that some hedges on Roall Lane need cutting
back and that landowner had encroached on highway with tall
obstructions. Clerk to write and request these be removed.
* Planning application for larger dormer window at 8 Plough
Garth received. This was delegated to Chair and Vice Chair
to investigate.
2009-12-1201
Next meeting agreed as 13 January.
Chair closed the meeting at 8.35pm.
MINUTES
OF THE MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD AT THE COMMUNITY HALL
ON
TUESDAY 8th September 2009
FROM
7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Beechey (Chair); Cllr Bray; Cllr Newton; Cllr Hutchinson
;Cllr Howard; Cllr Whiteley and the Clerk.
In
Attendance:
3 members public
2009-09-1163
Apologies received from Cllr Parker
There were no declarations of interest.
2009-09-1164
Public Matters:
* Residents of windmill on A645 present and noted problems
with grass area adjacent to A645. This area cut by NYCC twice
per year. Highways to be contacted re overhanging hedges at
Mill Cottages and request to NYCC that Council take over cuts
on this as part of Sodexho contract. Clerk to contact Highways
and Sodexho.
* Mrs Burkill noted that Guides were celebrating 100 years
this year and as part of celebrations roses bushes and trees
to be planted and bird boxes established. Suggested by members
to plant on urban garden site and at church and by memorial
bench. Bulbs to be planted as part of conservation project.
Time capsule to be rebased next year.
2009-09-1165
Minutes
Minutes of July meeting adopted and agreed as correct record.
Proposed Cllr Newton Seconded Cllr Beechey Agreed
2009-09-1166
Progress from minutes:
* Cllr Beechey noted JAG group had prioritised car parking
issues at crossroads and at school.
* Cllr Beechey had attended flood action meeting held with
Forum Board. No clear answers were presented to problems.
* Members noted Beal PC objections to Windfarm proposal at
Birkin. The Council had not been consulted and Clerk had stated
this to SDC.
* Footpaths registration at Roall Wood had been made. Members
thanked the Clerk for visiting Land Registry to do this.
* Clerk to look into Old Orchard land registration.
* It was agreed to site memorial bench on left side end Church
Lane. Design approved. Members accepted quote for siting from
P Banks.
* Chairman looking at further sites for allotments following
visit to Ms Lee who did not wish to lease land to Council
for this purpose.
* Chairman had applied for £20k funds for urban garden
project.
2009-09-1167
Correspondence:
The following items were circulated –
Reply from G Poskitt re noise
Response from NYCC re yellow lines – copy email to be
sent to Cllr Howard who would draft response.
Letter of complaint received from resident re ball games –
no names given.
Country Air
AVS newsletter
Playing Field News – to be given to Sarah West
Copy letters
School Governor vacancies
Area Committee agenda
Rural Action Yorks AGM
SDC state of area address
Councils Direct
NYCC Transport Plan
Scrutiny Report
2009-09-1168
Finance
Members approved the payment of S137n grant to Kellington
Guides £250.
The following payments were approved –
Date
Item No
Payee
£
Details
Payment
01-Aug
31-0910
R Fogden
£ 305.55
salary
SO
01-Sep
32-0910
R Fogden
£ 305.55
salary
SO
08-Sep
33-0910
R Fogden
£ 106.00
expenses
300607
34-0910
Amey
£ 169.58
lighting
300608
35-0910
Viking Direct
£ 9.52
diaries
300609
36-0910
C Grundy
£ 50.00
village hall
300610
37-0910
Kellington Guides
£ 250.00
S137 grant
300611
Total
£
1,196.20
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Bray Agreed
2009-09-1169
Minor Items
* Clerk requested to always reply to emails sent.
* Clerk to chase Tourism sign with NYCC
* Clerk to chase with Jon Wint re Beal Carrs project
* Agreed to make financial monthly statement show balances
put aside for Play project.
* It was noted that Osgoldcross Forum making analysis of youth
provision in area – note circulated.
* Cllr Beechey noted need to establish a Youth Council and
clerk to write to schools. Any Youth Parliament reps to be
invited to Council meeting. This item to be placed on next
agenda.
* Cllr Beechey reported that play area project work had been
progressing and that funds were being applied for.
2009-09-1170
Next meeting agreed as Wed 14 October.
Chair closed the meeting at 9.30pm
MINUTES
OF THE MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD
AT THE COMMUNITY HALL
ON
WEDNESDAY 8 July 2009
FROM 7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Beechey (Chair); Cllr Bray; Cllr Newton; Cllr Hutchinson
Cllr Parker and the Clerk.
In Attendance:
2 members public
2009-07-1154
Apologies received from Cllr Whiteley, Cllr Howard
There were no declarations of interest.
2009-07-1155
Public Matters:
Residents of windmill on A645 present and noted the grassed
area off the road which is unkempt. Visibility from the road
was hampered by the overgrowth. Sodexho be asked to quote
for 4 cuts per year in this area. NYCC be asked to look into
the matter.
2009-07-1156
Minutes of the June meeting were approved and adopted as a
correct record, including Private Session held.
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Newton Agreed
2009-07-1157
Progress from the minutes:
· Clerk expected responses from NYCC re yellow lines
on corner Main Street by end July.
· Clerk to research Charity Commission forms for registration
under £5 pa
· Flood Planning - Chair was apprehensive about current
plans.
· Clerk researching registration of footpath and title
deeds for land areas - Council approved on line registration
to Land Registry and clerk to be reimbursed for costs incurred.
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Bray Agreed
· Clerk to bring copy letter from SDC approving urban
garden to next meeting.
· Grass cutting - clerk to chase Sodexho re cuts at
17 Bird Lane and strimming behind bus shelter;
· Clerk to chase NYCC re weed spraying of Manor Garth
ginnell
· Clerk reported new WMDC glasshoughton waste site
available for use by NYCC permit holders.
· Members agreed that site for new memorial bench be
opposite church.
· Copy letter drafted to Ruby Lee to be emailed to
Chair.
2009-07-1158
Clerk presented notes of funding possibilities for projects.
Chair reported on progress of hanging baskets and had met
with contractor to supply additional baskets. An extra 5 are
to be added. Next year would see earlier planting at £65
per basket. Members agreed.
It was noted there were problems with the BT poles and Clerk
to request from BT about safety issues.
2009-07-1159
Correspondence -
Noted letter from PCC accepting grant of £200 for church
grass cutting. Members agreed an award of £200.
Councils Direct
Notice of YLCA Annual Meeting and Report
2009-07-1160
Members noted budget report and the following payments were
agreed noting the price increase for Amey.
Date Item No Payee £ Details Payment
01-Jul 24-0910 R Fogden £ 305.55 salary SO
08-Jul 21-0910 Amey £ 169.58 lighting 300600
25-0910 Kellington PCC £ 200.00 S137 grant 300601
26-0910 Amey £ 169.58 lighting 300602
27-0910 Amey £ 169.58 lighting 300603
28-0910 M Bray £ 6.50 planting 300604
29-0910 Osgoldcross Forum £ 25.00 subs 300605
30-0910 Kellington FC £ 500.00 grant 300606
Total £ 1,545.79
2009-07-1161
Minor Items
· Resident concerned about noise at the carrot factory.
Council to approach business and report back.
· Resident at Tithe Barn Way complained about noisy
dog reported to Cllr Howard. Clerk to inform SDC dog warden.
· It had been reported that scrap vehicles were being
seen on site off A645.
· Clerk to write letter of thanks to Mavis Shann for
help with planters.
· Clerks time log sheets to be revised.
2009-07-1162
Next meeting agreed as Tuesday 8 September.
Chair closed the meeting at 09.15pm
MINUTES
OF THE MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD AT THE COMMUNITY HALL
ON
WEDNESDAY 10 June 2009
FROM
7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Beechey (Chair); Cllr Bray; Cllr Newton; Cllr Hutchinson
Cllr Whiteley and the Clerk.
In Attendance:
None
2009-06-1144
Apologies received from Cllr PaRKER.
There were no declarations of interest.
2009-06-1145
Public Matters:
Sarah West of the Play Committee gave a presentation on progress
of the group including play equipment schemes drawn up. Consultation
was now to go ahead with youth groups and the school.
2009-06-1146
Minutes of the Annual Meeting were approved as a correct record.
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Newton Agreed
2009-06-1147
Progress on the Minutes
The following items were noted –
* Clerk to chase NYCC re yellow lines
* Village hall – new fire extinguishers arrived, contractor
looking at fire signage and lighting
* PWLB rate noted as 3%
* Clerk to supply Charity Commission form to Cllr Newton
* Cllr Beechey had completed a history of the village at the
school and it was agreed that the Chairs allowance be used
to pay for the cost of the photographs at £6.
* Flood Planning – Cllr Beechey had attended meeting
at Swillington and noted water storage area planned on ex
open cast mine site.
* Permissive footpath at Roall Lane – application forms
for designating path to be completed by Clerk.
* Clerk to chase strimming of grass outside hall and on 17
Bird Lane.
* Need to weed spraying on Manor Garth ginnell – to inform
Cllr McCartney.
* It was agreed to respond back to the PCC re grass cutting
at the church by asking if they would like to apply for grant
aid, members agreed a grant be made of £200.
Proposed Cllr Bray Seconded Cllr Newton
2009-06-1148
Correspondence –
The following items were circulated
NYCC emergency scheme
YRCC certificate
Country Air
Playing Field News
CE Electric news
YLCA agenda
White Rose Update
AVS News
Letter from retiring county councillor G Ivey circulated giving
thanks over the years.
2009-06-1149
Finance
The following payments were agreed –
01-Jun
17-0910
R Fogden
£ 305.55
salary
SO
10-Jun
18-0910
CC Ltd
£ 402.91
hall insure
300594
19-0910
N power
£ 112.27
electric a/c
300595
20-0910
N power
£ 1,937.68
electric a/c
300596
21-0910
Amey
£ 163.84
lighting
300597
22-0910
First Impressions
£ 1,615.75
baskets
300598
23-0910
E Beechey
£ 6.00
chairs allow
300599
Total
£
4,544.00
Budget report noted.
2009-06-1150
Planning
Members considered the application at Old Vicrage for conversion
to 3 dwellings.
It was agreed no objections.
2009-06-1151
Minor Items
* It was noted that NYCC being approached re continuing of
arrangement to use WMDC waste sites – new one being at
Glasshoughton and Knottingley closing.
* Osgoldcross Forum obtaining land for allotments in Whitley
and members agreed to ask local residents to apply.
* A memorial bench requested from a resident. It was agreed
that location be opposite the church in Church Lane.
2009-06-1152
It was agreed that the September meeting be changed to 8th
September and next meeting would be on 8 July.
2009-06-1153
Chair closed the meeting at 21.04 and Council moved into Private
Session to consider receipt of complaint.
MINUTES
OF THE ANNUAL PARISH MEETING
AND
OF
THE
ANNUAL MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD
AT THE COMMUNITY HALL
ON
TUESDAY 19 MAY 2009 FROM 7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Beechey (Chair); Cllr Bray; Cllr Newton; Cllr Parker;
Cllr Whiteley and the Clerk.
In Attendance:
None
Annual
Parish meeting
Chair
gave a report on the year's activities, lots of discussions
but little vision had taken place. Many items would be auctioned
within the next year. Many residents had noted the look of
the village. Village hall had been decorated and has had a
beneficial effect. Some more work is still to be done. He
thanked all for help he had received during the year especially
from Cllrs Newton and Bray.
The
clerk reported on the finances noting a healthier reserve
at the end of the year. The asset list had been updated.
There
were no questions and the meeting closed at 7.45pm.
2009-05-1126
Cllr Bray proposed as Chair Cllr Newton Seconded Cllr Whiteley
Agreed
Cllr Parker proposed as Vice Chair Cllr Newton Seconded Cllr
Beechey Agreed. Officers signed acceptances of office.
2009-05-1127
Cllr Bray took the Chair.There were no declarations of interest.
Apologies received from Cllr Howard and Cllr Hutchinson
2009-05-1128
There no matters of public participation
2009-05-1129
Minutes of April meeting were agreed and adopted as a correct
record.
Proposed Cllr Newton Seconded Cllr Parker Agreed
2009-05-1130
Progress Reports:
· Clerk to pursue need for yellow lines at crossroads
with NYCC
· Chair of hall committee had looked into Chubb Fire
contract which had now expired. Mines Rescue Service contract
to be entered into. Disabled toilet modifications and lighting
to be looked at.
· Land clearance near village green. Chair to discuss
with owner about rubbish.
· Clerk would ask this to be removed and copy SDC Health
into it.
· Cllr Beechey reported on playfield progress - some
quotes received and further one expected. Meeting of committee
on 3 June to decide provider.
· Clerk to check PWLB interest rate and it was agreed
to ask District Valuer to price land near village green.
· It was noted that a public meeting in Beal may be
arranged about proposed windfarms.
· It was noted that planning approval had been given
for 17 Bird Lane.
· Members looked at quotes for hanging baskets from
Civic Pride and First Impressions - the former was over £2000
and the latter £approx £1500. Agreed supplier
chosen as First Impressions, quotes to be agreed from them
for 2 troughs at village hall.
· Clerk to arrange Charity Commission form to Cllr
Newton, it was noted P Banks and Windsors to quote for further
work at the hall.
· Area Committee, CIPS and Wren form to be arranged
for projects.
· Clerk reported on negotiations with NYCC for Beal
Carrs signage, further estimates to be received and Beal and
Kellington to consider joint planning application, clerk to
talk to Beal PC about this.
2009-05-1131
No further changes agreed for Standing Orders.
2009-05-1132
Schedule of Meetings
Agreed as second Wed each month, clerk would notify members
of any clashes with other meetings at June meeting.
2009-05-1133
Chairs Allowance agreed as £200 for the year.
2009-05-1134
External Bodies
The following appointments were agreed:
CIPS group - Cllr Beechey
JAGs - Cllr Beechey
Parish Forum - Cllrs Newton, Hutchinson
Power Station Liaison - Cllr Bray
YLCA Cllr Hutchinson
Osgoldcross Forum - Cllrs Beechey,Newton, Whiteley, Bray
Internal Audit Committee - Cllrs Bray,Newton,Parker, Whietley
Newsletter - Cllr Newton, Beechey
2009-05-1135
Members considered the Annual Financial Report showing a balance
at year end of over £8000. Members noted the healthy
position and that all items were within budgets.
The Annual Return and Governance Statement was approved -
Proposed Cllr Beechey Seconded Cllr Newton
2009-05-1136
Members considered the annual internal audit procedures and
considered them to be adequate at present.
2009-05-1137
Members considered the risk assessments and noted effective
controls in place at present. The asset register was updated
and members noted all areas covered by insurance.
2009-05-1138
Internal Auditor - Mr Bill Townsley was unanimously reappointed
for the 2009-10 year.
2009-05-1139
Next Agenda
Members agreed to look at Environment Agency Flood Prevention
plans.
2009-05-1140
Correspondence
The following items noted -
Forum Report
Equality Commission News
Playing Field News
Councils Direct
Country Air
Members
agreed to the NYCC fee for the church tourist sign at £300.
Clerk to contact NYCC.
2009-05-1141
Schedule of Payments
Members unanimously agreed the following items
Noting that the quote for insurance renewal from Came and
Company(AVIVA) was some £200 cheaper than renewing with
Zurich.
21-Apr 07-0910 C Metcalf Beavers £ 100.00 s137 GRANT
300584
01-May 08-0910 R Fogden £ 305.55 salary
13-May 09-0910 Amey £ 163.84 lighting 300585
10-0910 Sodexho £ 414.00 tree cutting 300586
11-0910 Osgoldcross Forum £ 36.00 newsletters 300587
12-0910 Came & Company £ 1,109.74 insurance 300588
13-0910 NYPFA £ 25.00 subs 300590
14-0910 RAYorks £ 35.00 subs
15-0910 SDC £ 212.09 new bin 300592
16-0910 Cricket Club £ 100.00 S137 300593
Total Expenditure £ 2,501.22
2009-05-1142
Minor Items
·
It was noted that R Beechey had contacted footpaths officer
over the Roall Lane wood path and the landowner was designating
path as a permissive footpath. Council to support the application.
· Clerk to contact Sodexho re Low Road - request to
use strimmer if mower ineffective.
· Clerk to contact SDC re unemptied bin to rear of
ginnel Manor Garth.
· Cllr Newton noted this year was centenary of the
village hall and a special event was being arranged for 14
November, clerk to look into funding.
2009-05-1143
Next meeting agreed as 10 June. Chair closed the meeting at
9.20pm
MINUTES
OF A MEETING OF KELLINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
HELD AT THE COMMUNITY HALL
WEDNESDAY
15 APRIL 2009 FROM 7.30pm
Present:
Cllr Beechey (Chair); Cllr Bray; Cllr Newton; Cllr Hutchinson;
Cllr Parker; Cllr Howard and the Clerk.
In Attendance:
Cllr G Ivey (NYCC)
2009-04-1109
There were no declarations of interest.
2009-04-1110
There no matters of public participation
2009-04-1111
Minutes of March meeting were agreed and adopted as a correct
record.
Proposed Cllr Newton Seconded Cllr Howard Agreed
2009-04-1112
Progress Reports:
Clerk reported that G Lumb of NYCC had looked at double white
lining and members agreed that photo evidence of problems
at the junction of Main Street and Eastfield Lane be taken.
The situation would be monitored. This had been mentioned
at the JAG meeting.
Clerk would also write to K Wilson, resident about the issue.
2009-04-1113
Public Matters
None
2009-04-1114
Community Hall
Members agreed to seek a quote for external wood replacement
and painting; Chair of management committee to look into Chub
contract.
2009-04-1115
Sportsfield and Play Areas
Cllr Bray reported on negotiations with landowner. A request
to have land cleared be made was agreed. Clerk would research
grant funding.
2009-04-1116
Correspondence:
The following was noted -
CAB Annual Report
Forum Nominations Form (for AGM)
Copy emails
Conference reports
Rural Broadband note
Councils Direct
AVS News
YLCA minutes
Standards Board News
White Rose Update
YLCA training leaflet
Information Commisioner disk
NYCC Review of bus services
2009-04-1117
Allotments
Cllr Bray noted that Mr Poskitt had noted that land in 2010
may be available for allotments. No reply from Ms Ruby Lee.
Letter to Poskitts to note this.
2009-04-1118
External Bodies
A meeting looking at the Windfarm option had taken place at
Chapel Haddlesey. Cllr Ivey had attended. Many people were
not in favour.
2009-04-1119
Finance
Members noted the financial statement and approved the following
payments -
Date
Item No Payee £ Details Payment
01-Apr 01-0910 R Fogden £ 305.55 salary SO
15-Apr 02-0910 YLCA £ 223.00 annual subs 300580
15-Apr 03-0910 Amey £ 163.84 lighting 300581
15-Apr 04-0910 C Backhouse £ 138.23 pest control 300582
15-Apr 05-0910 V Mclauchlan £ 10.00 planting 300583
Total Expenditure £ 840.62
2009-04-1120
Planning
Members had considered the application at 17 Bird Lane under
delegated authority and Chair had sent response via Clerk
to SDC noting road safety issues.
Minutes in 1970s relating to footpath at area to be researched
and residents asked to sign declaration of footpath being
present on site. Council feel footpath should be reinstated..
Cllr Ivey would look into original plans. Members noted issues
about traffic speeds on Ings Lane.
2009-04-1121
Members agreed to seek quotes for at least 12 hanging baskets
on Main Street and Eastfield Lane.
2009-04-1122
Cllr Parker noted problems and issues with footpath. At copse
of trees on Roall Lane.. Clerk to send letter to Mr Poskitt
about ownership and signs of Poison being administered.
2009-04-1123
Members agreed that there had been issues relating to dog
mess and requested clerk to ask SDC to provide dog bin at
footpath on Ings Lane.
2009-04-1124
Members discussed the idea of a coat of arms for village.
Kellington School to be requested to design.
2009-04-1125
The Annual Meeting was agreed as at 13 May at 7pm.
Chair closed the meeting at 9.15pm
