Meeting of
PAKENHAM PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 1 SEPTEMBER, 2003
THE MARTIN ROOM, ST MARY'S CHURCH, PAKENHAM AT 7.30 PM
PRESENT: Cllr J Mangnall, Cllr D Dorling, Cllr J Speare, Cllr R
Griffin, Cllr L Couper, Cllr P Smith, Cllr H Painter, Cllr C Spicer,
Cllr V White and Mrs J Brookman (Clerk).
APOLOGIES: There were no apologies for absence.
1.0 - DECLARATION OF INTERESTS:
Cllrs Mangnall and Smith declared an interest in agenda items number
8 and 15. Cllr Griffin declared an interest in agenda item 5a.
2.0 - MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS:
The minutes of the meeting held on 16 July, 2003 were agreed subject
to item 11 being amended to read "It was agreed that the Parish
Council would precept in October and pay the rental for the fixtures
and fittings for the shop".
The minutes of the meetings of 7 and 14 August 2003 were approved.
3.0 - CLERK'S REPORT:
Correspondence had been received regarding a proposed pharmacy for
Thurston, as a decision was outstanding regarding a proposed new
GP surgery for Thurston it was agreed that the clerk write and
express concerns that a decision regarding the pharmacy should
not be made until the details regarding the proposed GP surgery
are known as there are considerable financial implications.
4.0 - PLANNING APPLICATIONS:
NEW APPLICATION:
SE/03/2844/P The Paddocks, Fen Road, Pakenham
Erection of single storey side extension.
Cllr Griffin left the meeting at 8.05 pm declaring a prejudicial
interest.
The parish council commented that the application appeared to be
more of an extension than a proposed sun lounge. It was noted that
there were four different types of window shown on the front elevation
of the proposed plan, which was felt to be a lot of different windows
for one aspect of the dwelling.
Cllr Painter joined the meeting at 8.17 pm.
Cllr Griffin returned to the meeting at 8.20 pm.
OUTCOME OF PLANNING APPLICATIONS:
SE/03/2519/P Maric, Fen Road, Pakenham
Erection of first floor rear extension as amended. GRANTED
5.0 - FINANCE REPORT:
Cheques signed since the last meeting: |
801 |
Clarkes of Walsham |
£9.93 |
802 |
St Mary's Church - hire of The Martin Room 07.08.03 |
£10.00 |
| Cheques signed at the meeting |
803 |
Local Council Review subscription |
£11.59 |
804 |
PVH & PFA hall hire |
£40.00 |
805 |
St Mary's Church - hire of The Martin Room 01.09.03 |
£10.00 |
6.0 - THE DELL WORKING PARTY:
It was decided to defer setting a date for the working party until
the next meeting.
7.0 - VILLAGE SIGN:
It was reported that the village sign was thought to be repairable
and Cllr Dorling proposed that Mr B Chester be asked to carry out
the necessary work, this was seconded by Cllr Smith and Cllr Painter
agreed to liaise and keep all parties informed of progress.
8.0 - YELLOW LINES:
It was decided that at present yellow lines would not be pursued.
9.0 - ST MARY'S CHURCH CAR PARK:
It was agreed that a specification should be drawn up for the work
required which would then go out to tender. Clerk to contact contractors
with specification once to hand. Cllr Mangnall to contact David
Ruffley regarding grants. To be included for precept at next meeting.
10.0 - FINANCIAL STANDING ORDERS:
The proposed SALC Financial Standing Orders were considered, amendments
made and revised edition to be presented at the next meeting.
Cllr Couper left the meeting at 9.30 pm.
11.0 - CEMETERY/BURIAL GUIDELINES:
The current guidelines were circulated along with Stafford Borough
Council regulations. Clerk to contact other local parishes to compare
current rates.
12.0 - COUNTY COUNCILLOR'S REPORT:
Cllr White reported that new councillors had been involved in a site
visit to IKEA but that Health and Safety are not yet in agreement
regarding gas. There are no major relief schemes proposed at present
for traffic problems relating to Culford/Ingham. Cllr White agreed
to speak with Jim Nunn re grass verge and triangle of grass at
Fen Road being churned up and also agreed to make enquiries as
to the progress of "quiet lanes".
Cllr Spicer joined the meeting.
13.0 - BOROUGH COUNCILLOR'S REPORT:
Cllr Spicer reported that the cattle market development in Bury St
Edmunds would be going ahead with a new building to link the new
and old part of the town. Cllr Spicer had received complaints regarding
the garden of 3 River Close and would be pursuing the matter. Cllr
Spicer also agreed to talk to Mr Robson at the BC regarding Shetland
Boats.
14.0 - WILLOWDENE/BARFIELD SITE, THE STREET, PAKENHAM:
Cllr Painter advised the council that the specification for the fencing
to the rear of the village hall on the above site had been changed
by the Borough Council and the adjoining property had not been
informed. It was agreed the clerk should write to the BC requesting
that if something as fundamental as this is altered, adjoining
properties should be informed and that steps should be taken to
ensure that an occurrence like this is not repeated.
15.0 - CORRESPONDENCE:
Clerk had written to Planning Department regarding complaints received
regarding HGVs carrying boats and deliveries to Shetland Boats
at Grimstone End. Reply received advising that planning permission
is required and that an application is expected for change of use
of the site.
Rural Policing Forum to be held on 22 September at 7.30 pm, The
Flying Fortress, Mount Road, Gt Barton.
Pc Bob Meredith due to retire. From 1 September the area to be covered
by Pc Sarah Chapman has been reduced to the electoral ward areas
of Gt Barton and Pakenham covering the villages of Gt Barton, Ampton,
Gt Livermere, Lt Livermere, Pakenham, RAF Honington (camp), Timworth
and Troston. Currently Pc Chapman is being assisted by Pc Sue Barnes-Smith
during the maternity period, should resume full time operational
duties March 2004.
St Edmundsbury BC has confirmed that the parish will be included
for the first phase of blue bin kerbside collections. The blue bin
will be for dry recyclables (including paper, cardboard, plastic
and metals). A presentation to the parish council was declined. Roadshows
can be arranged.
SALC and Suffolk ACRE course on 23 September "An interactive
learning day to help parish councillors, clerks and community organisation
leaders make their communities vibrant places where everyone is included
and valued".
Suffolk West NHS - Primary Care Trust, proposal for new GP surgery.
Public meeting to consider proposals are on 3 September, Bury St
Edmunds and 9 September Thurston.
16.0 - OPEN FORUM:
Concern was expressed re overhanging trees in the Fen Road areas
of the village. Cllr Griffin agreed to "tree spot" and
report to the next meeting.
Concern regarding streetlight obscured in Thurston Road, clerk to
notify Borough Council.
It was agreed that a meeting should be set up with the Crime Prevention
Officer in the Autumn.
17.0 - DATE OF NEXT MEETING:
The date of the next meeting will be Monday, 20 October, 2003 in
the Village Hall and the following meeting will be held on Monday,
1 December, 2003.
