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Minutes of the meeting held at Treloweth Community Hall, on Thursday,
18th March 2010, at 7.00 p.m.
PRESENT: Councillors M. Moyle (Chairman), C.E.N. Bickford, Mrs. D. Cousins, Mrs. J. Dunstan, Mrs. B. Fielder, Ms. A. Fuller, R. Hancock, P. Holmes, C. Jordan, M. Mullard, C. Skinner, D. Tellam
ALSO PRESENT: Cllr. Ms. K. Willoughby (CC),
10/03/01 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
Apologies for absence were received from Councillor Ms. T. Butler (ill health), P.Cousins (business), P. Sheppard (CC) (business),
10/03/02 MEMBERS TO DECLARE PERSONAL AND PREJUDICIAL INTERESTS (INCLUDING THE DETAILS THEREOF) IN RESPECT OF ANY ITEMS ON THIS AGENDA
There were no declarations of personal and prejudicial interests.
10/03/03 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
There were no members of the public present
10/03/04 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
The minutes of the meeting of the 18th February 2010 were confirmed and duly signed by the Chairman.
Proposed: Cllr. M. Moyle Seconded: Cllr. C.E.N. Bickford
10/03/05 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE MINUTES
Page 084 – 10/02/10 – The Chairman reported that the shredder had not been purchased as it was not suitable for the Council’s requirements.
Page 085 – 10/02/11 – The Chairman reported that a copy of the reply from John Sheppard was in the Full Council pack.
Page 085 – 10/02/12 - The Chairman reported that a copy of the reply from Mr. Benney was in the Full Council pack.
Agenda item 12 was dealt with at this point but for the purpose of the records the item is recorded in agenda order.
10/03/06 ACCOUNTS
To receive financial statements for the month March 2010 and to present the accounts for payments.
The accounts and finance reports for the month of March 2010 were presented, as appendix A.
Resolved: That the March accounts are paid.
Proposed: Cllr. P. Holmes Seconded: Cllr. C.E.N.Bickford
To nominate a Councillor to check the invoices, cheques and Sage for the month of April 2010.
Cllr. C.E.N.Bickford was nominated to check the invoices, cheques and Sage for the month of April 2010.
To ratify the decision to purchase a ride on mower
The Chairman informed the meeting that the mower as discussed at the Annual Finance meeting 2008 (for financial year 2009/2010) had been purchased. The Chairman informed the meeting that the trailer for the mower had been ordered with the remainder of the budget set aside.
Resolved: that the decision to purchase a mower to cut the Council owned land is ratified.
Proposed: Cllr. C. Jordan Seconded: Cllr. C. Skinner
10/03/07 CORRESPONDENCE
Correspondence received by the 10th March 2010 was considered.
10/009 – Duchy of Cornwall –Land at Four Lanes Valuation
(copied to all Councillors)
10/010 – Cornwall Rape & Abuse Centre – Letter of thanks (copied to all Councillors)
10/011 – Mark James – Community Network Improvements - (copied to all Councillors)
10/012 – Cornwall Council – Tackling long term empty properties - (copied to all Councillors) – It was agreed that Councillors would be given the opportunity to make a list of any long term empty properties and that the item would then be put on a committee agenda.
10/013 – Local Resident – Letter of concern - (copied to all Councillors). The Chairman informed the meeting that he had been advised that Cornwall Council is awaiting probate to be granted before it can obtain the area of land referred to (Agar Crescent). It was agreed that the Cornwall Councillor for the ward investigates the provision of double yellow lines.
10/014 – Devon & Cornwall Constabulary – Former West Cornwall Police Protection Unit – Pool – (copied to all Councillors)
10/015 – Cornwall Council – Traffic Lights at Pool - (copied to all Councillors)
10/016 – Cornwall County Playing Fields - Thank you letter (copied to all Councillors)
10/017 – Cornwall Council – Barncoose Terrace Parking - (copied to all Councillors). Cllr. Ms. A. Fuller declared a personal interest. It was agreed that the letter is forwarded to Cllr. P. Sheppard requesting his assistance with dealing with this issue and informing him of the problems of parking at Crembling Well.
10/03/08 MINUTES OF COMMITTEES’ WORKING PARTIES
The minutes of the Planning Committee meeting of the 25th February 2010 were confirmed and duly signed by the Chairman.
Proposed: Cllr. C E.N. Bickford Seconded: Cllr. Ms. A. Fuller
The minutes of the Regeneration Committee meeting of the 11th March 2010 were confirmed and duly signed by the Chairman.
Proposed: Cllr. Mrs. D. Cousins Seconded: Cllr. Mrs. J. Dunstan
CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE MINUTES OF
COMMITTEES’ WORKING PARTIES
The Chairman of the Council informed the meeting that he had attended a
site meeting at Chili Road as the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the
Planning Committee was unable to attend.
Regeneration Committee meeting
Resolved: that Mr. R. Barratt is asked officiate and that the band bugler is requested to play the Last Post.
Resolved: That the quotation for the seven planters, in various
locations around the Parish, is accepted.
Proposed: Cllr. Mrs. D. Cousins Seconded: Cllr. C. Jordan
10/03/09 REPORTS
(i) Chairman’s Report – The Chairman informed the meeting that the Audit had been set for 21st May 2010.
(ii)Police Report - PC Dolling reported that there were 62 calls made (71 last year), there were 47 crimes had been committed (78 last year).
Agenda item 11 was dealt with at this point but for the purpose of the records is recorded in agenda order.
(iii) Finance Member’s Report – The Chairman informed the Council that the wages, invoices and cheques for the month of March 2010 had been checked and that monies had been transferred from the business account to the current account to cover the invoices.
(iv)Clerk to the Council – report circulated to all Councillors.
(v)Written reports: were circulated prior to the meeting in the Full Council pack.
(vi)Verbal reports – there were no verbal reports.
10/03/10 TO RECEIVE REPORTS FROM CORNWALL COUNCILLORS
Cllr. Ms. Willoughby expressed her concern at the lack of progress on traffic calming at Penhallick and advised Councillors that she would keep them informed of any progress made.
10/03/11 TO DISCUSS POLICING IN POOL
Cllr. Mrs. Dunstan raised both her concerns and those of local residents at the lack of police visibility in the Treloweth Road area. PC Dolling was informed that local residents had contacted Cllr. Mrs. Dunstan regarding anti social behaviour and with complaints about local residents. PC Dolling informed Cllr. Mrs. Dunstan that the matters were being addressed and that Officers did patrol the area, often after dark.
The Chairman requested an update on the provision of a permanent Police Station in Pool and was informed that the old police station was not considered a viable proposition for conversion and that the Police Authority is looking to sell the building. It was agreed that a further letter is written to Mr. Shepherd asking how the proceeds of the sale will be dealt with and requesting an update on finding a permanent location for the police in Pool. Councillors agreed that Mr. Shepherd is invited to a Full Council meeting and that a copy of the letter to Mr. Shepherd is forwarded to the Chief Constable.
10/03/12 TO RECEIVE A PRESENTATION FROM SITA CORNWALL
The Chairman introduced Mr. Phil Rudin (Regional Manager for Cornwall) and Mr. Grant Scott (Operations Manager) from SITA. Mr. Rudin outlined the history of the contract between Cornwall Council and SITA and outlined the company’s plans for the proposed future site at Druids Road.
The Chairman reminded Councillors of their obligations as Members of the Planning Committee and invited questions. Councillors were invited to visit the St. Erth transfer site.
10/03/13 TO SET A DATE FOR THE ANNUAL PARISH MEETING AND THE ANNUAL PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
Resolved: that the date of the Annual Parish Meeting and the Annual Parish Council meeting is set for 13th May 2010.
10/03/14 TO RECEIVE THE CORNWALL COUNCIL CAR PARK CHARGES CONSULTATION AND FORMULATE A RESPONSE
Resolved: that the Cornwall Council Car Park Charges Consultation is noted.
10/03/15 TO RECEIVE THE NALC MODEL STANDING ORDER FOR LOCAL COUNCILS
Councillors were informed that the NALC Model Standing Orders would be an item on a future agenda and asked to forward any comments to the Clerk.
10/03/16 TO RECEIVE CORRESPONDENCE FROM CORNWALL COUNCIL REGARDING THE NAMING OF A ROAD IN TUCKINGMILL
The meeting discussed the history of the street names of the area.
Resolved: that the Council suggests that the un- named road is called ‘Primitive Row’ to retain the history of the area.
Proposed: Cllr. Mrs. J. Dunstan Seconded: Cllr. Mrs. D. Cousins
Councillor C.E.N. Bickford did not agree with the suggestion.
10/03/17 ROAD SIGNS FOR CHAPEL TERRACE, CARN BREA VILLAGE.
The Chairman reported on a phone call from a local resident regarding the lack of signage for Chapel Terrace, Carn Brea Village.
Resolved: that a letter is written to Cornwall Council requesting a sign for Chapel Terrace, Carn Brea Village and a copy of the letter is forwarded to Cllr. P. Sheppard (CC).
Proposed: Cllr. D. Tellam Seconded: Cllr. Ms. A. Fuller
The meeting closed at 8.45 p.m.