HAREWOOD PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES OF A MEETINGHELD INHAREWOOD VILLAGE HALL
ON THURSDAY 20 JUNE 2013 AT 7.00PM
COUNCILLORS WARD HOME PHONE PRESENT
PeterBEER (Vice Chair)WIGTON0113 266 3335 Y
John ELLISWIGTON0113 288 6157 Y
Peter HARRAND WIGTON0113 268 9844 Y
Peter MOOREWIGTON0113 269 3266 Y
Dan SUCKALLHAREWOOD/WIKE0113 288 6003 Y
David UPTONHAREWOOD/WIKE0113 808 7114 Y
Margaret WILKINSON (Chair)WIGTON0113 295 6460 Y
In attendance wereThe Clerk, Mr Sedman, Mrs Nicholson, Cemetery Administrator, LCC Councillor Castle and two members of the public for item 3 only.
- APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
There were no apologies for absence.
- MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF 9 MAY 2013
The minutes of the last meeting were accepted as a true record and were signed as such by the Chairperson.
- HAREWOD CEMETERY KERBSTONES
Prior to commencement of the Meeting the Chairperson invited two members of the public to address the meeting. They were seeking clarification on the ban of further grave kerbstones being placed in Harewood Cemetery, a decision made by HPC at its meeting held on 28 March 2013 (minute 5.3). Councillors stated that the decision would not be reversed, but graves occupied prior to 1 April 2013 would be allowed to install kerbstones.
The Chairperson then opened the Harewood Parish Council Meeting at 7.20pm.
- MATTERS ARISING
General Items
4.1 Local Bus Services
It was noted that the 781 service will operate for a minimum of at least a further year. The use of the Access Bus was discussed and the Clerk will make enquiries as to its availability.
4.2 Neighbourhood Planning
The APPLICATION FOR DESIGNATION OF A NEIGHBOURHOOD AREA has been submitted to LCC and will be circulated to Ward Members and the Chair of Area Committee for their approval.
4.3 Traffic Issues
It was agreed that the Clerk arrange a meeting between Harewood Ward Members, the LCC Director of Highways and three Parish Councillors to discuss the issues and concerns relating to the parking proposals on The Avenue, Harewood.
It had been reported that there were traffic issues arising from the Fathers Day Event held at Harewood House on 16 June. A yellow sign had been placed at the end of Church Lane advising drivers could turn right onto the A61 towards Leeds. This is contrary to information received by HPC from LCC which clearly stated that, on event days, traffic was prohibited from making a right turn. This caused confusion for local residents. It was also pointed out that an ambulance from Harrogate requiring access to Church Lane had great difficulty negotiating the build-up of traffic on the A61 and subsequently upon entering Church Lane. The Clerk had contacted LCC and was informed that other traffic issues had occurred and a meeting with Event organisers would be arranged. The Clerk requested HPC be included at such a meeting.
Gully cleaning on the A61 between Harewood and Leeds Grammar School will be carried out w/c 15 July. Traffic management will be in place and some disruption is likely.
4.4 Councillor Vacancies
Councillors agreed that the Chairperson arrange to meet those individuals who have expressed interest in filling the vacant positions.
4.5 Emmerdale Stakeholder Panel
A meeting of the Stakeholder Panel will take place on Friday 21 June at 2pm.
Harewood/Wike
4.6 Harewood Bus Shelter
Metro have again been contacted and informed that repairs to the bus shelter roof were not completed and it was noted that someone was inspecting and taking photographs on the morning of the meeting.
4.7 The Planting Wall Garden
The Garden will require rotovating, avoiding areas where bulbs are planted. The quotation of £1950 for this and associated work was accepted.
4.8 Footpath, The Avenue to Sleights Lane, Harewood
The footpath has been partly cleared by Yorkshire Water, but further work is required. The Clerk will contact LCC to arrange. It was noted that a recent funeral cortege had difficultly negotiating the footpath where it remained in a poor state.
Wigton
4.9 Proposed Allotments behind High Ash Drive Shops
A letter from a local resident objecting to the proposed allotments had been received. A response will be forwarded by the Clerk.
4.10 Proposed Boundary Stone, Wigton Lane
The Clerk has resubmitted documentation to LCC, the previous forms having been lost at LCC. LCC now request that a photograph ‘mock-up’ be submitted.
- REPORT TO THE HAREWOOD PARISH CEMETERY BOARD
5.1 Burial Records
During the period from the last meeting the following were recorded:-
Interments
Joan Elizabeth HOWLAND, 11 Mayplot 382
Stefan WANAGO, 17 Mayplot 662
Patricia KILROY, 29 Mayplot 735
Radmila CUCUZ, 14 Juneplot 545
Madeline GREGSON, 20 Juneplot 968
Interment of Cremated Remains
Evie Sofia KEEN, 11 June½ plot 528B
Purchase of Rights to Plots
John Richard HULLplot 745
Carl David DRAKEplot 615B
Keith John CLARKplot 586B
Jeannine Monique BULMANplot 333
Ethel Elizabeth SIDDALLplot 443
Simon Peter LEWISplots U64 and U69
Headstone Requests
5.2 Maintenance
Work has been completed to clear the compound, seeding inside and outside the Cemetery and placing topsoil and turfing under the laurel bushes.
LCC pest control officers have visited the Cemetery to eradicate the rat problem.
Consideration was given to the purchase of a commercial strimmer, but Councillor Upton will first check with the gardener to enquire if he already possesses one.
It was agreed to purchase and plant the following trees at a total cost of £395 excluding VAT:-
- Prunus Royal Burgundy 10-12 Container grown
- Sorbus Aucuparia ‘Joseph Rock’ 10-12 Container grown
- Acer platanoides Royal Red 10-12 Container grown
5.3 Headstone Safety
Councillors offered their congratulations to Carena Nicholson, the Cemetery Administrator who has successfully completed her assessment in Headstone Safety.
- CORRESPONDENCE AND COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVED
6.1 Councillor Harrand advised that LCC June Executive Board are to be asked to consider a report setting out initial proposals for introducing charges for residents parking permits.
- PLANNING MATTERS
7.1 Planning Applications Received
13/01614Wigton Court, Wigton Lane. Alterations to flats including single storey rear extension with terrace over. Juliet balcony, roof lights, bin store and new boundary treatment to front.
HPC NO OBJECTION
13/01642Harewood House. Side extensions to existing temporary marquee and installation of septic tank.
HPC OBJECTION
13/0183533 High Ash Crescent. Detached double garage to rear.
HPC NO OBJECTION
13/0207695 High Ash Drive. Single storey front extension.
HPC NO OBJECTION
13/02149161 Wigton Lane. Detached house, alterations to boundary treatmentand access.
HPC NO OBJECTION
13/0217047 High Ash Mount. Part two storey rear extension, part single storey side/rear extension. Alterations to existing roof at rear forming rooms in roof space.
HPC OBJECTION
13/023213 Harewood Mews. Conservatory to rear.
HPC NO OBJECTION
13/02336/FUHarewood Yard. Listed Building Application for proposed redevelopment to provide new energy centre and district heating network and storage buildings at Harewood yard. Alterations to Listed Buildings at Harewood yard to accommodate district heating network infrastructure connections (including Home Farm buildings, Stanks Cottages, Gardener's House, The Granary).
13/02337/LIHarewood Yard. Listed Building Application as 13/02336 above.
13/02501Variation of condition 2 of approval 09/01610 to allow a further 5 year permission for temporary marquee.
HPC OBJECTION
13/02621107 Wigton Lane. Garage extension, entrance porch and new vehicular access with area of hardstanding and dropped kerb to front.
13/0267434 Wike Ridge Avenue. Conversion of garage to habitable room.
HPC OBJECTION
13/0279061 High Ash Avenue. Variation of timescale for completion of application 11/01051.
HPC NO OBJECTION
7.2 Planning Applications Determined
13/0045310A Wigton Grove. Raised balcony with steps to rear.
APPROVED
13/011489 High Ash Crescent. First floor side extension with dormer window to rear.
APPROVED
13/0183533 High Ash Crescent. Detached double garage to rear.
APPROVED
7.3 Other Planning Matters
38/39 Harrogate Road
Councillors expressed their annoyance at the apparent lack of action regarding enforcement on this property. LCC Councillor Castle will pursue the matter.
Old Garage Site, Harewood
It was noted that work was continuing on the site.
Other
It was noted that with effect from 30 May 2013 to 30 May 2016 householders will be permitted to build larger single storey rear extensions under permitted development, provided a specified process is followed.
Councillors were reminded that if they intend submitting a planning application in respect of their own property they must advise the Parish Council beforehand.
- FINANCE MATTERS
8.1 Annual Accounts and Governance Statements
The 2012/13 Accounting and Governance Statements had previously been circulated to Councillors. The Internal Audit had also been satisfactorily completed.
It was therefore agreed that the Accounting and Governance be approved. Both resolutions were passed unanimously.
8.2Bank Statements for end May 2013:-
The bank statement for the end of Maywas produced by the Clerk and confirmed by the Chairpersonas being in accordance with the Receipts and Payments book.
8.3Cheques received £ p
HughesPlot & inter fee – HOWLAND 1620.00
ClarkRights fee – CLARK 585.00
BulmanRights fee – BULMAN 1170.00
LICSPlot & inter fee – WANAGO 1620.00
HullRights fee – HULL 1170.00
HughesInter fee – KILROY 450.00
DrakeRights fee – DRAKE 45.00
Thomason½ plot & inter fee – KEEN 815.00
ThomasonRights fee – SIDDALL 1170.00
LewisRights fee x 2 – LEWIS 170.00
LICSPlot & inter fee – GREGSON 1620.00
TempestPlot & inter fee – CUCUZ 1620.00
8.4Cheques for approval and signature
M WilkinsonChair’s expenses ****
L TugwellInternal Audit fee 150.00
NAMMSafety assessment fee 322.60
B BlaylockSeeding and turfing – Harewood Cemetery 995.00
AWMCemetery waste bins 61.64
PinBellComWebsite maintenance 60.00
C NicholsonSalary ****
C NicholsonExpenses ****
K SedmanSalary ****
K SedmanExpenses ****
HMR&CTax & NI ****
* Minute Book and Councillors copy only
- COMPLAINTS RECEIVED BY COUNCILLORS
The following complaints were received by Councillor:-
- Replacement waste bin required at the end of School Lane, Wike
- The waste bins in Harewood were not being emptied regularly
- Contractors were not removing litter before cutting the grassed areas in the Parish and the grass was being cut too quickly therefore spreading debris across the site.
- The fence between Spring Gardens and Bondgate remained broken
Councillor Castle will pursue these matters with the relevant LCC Officers.
- Public footpath signs remain either broken or missing despite several reminders for action by the Clerk who will follow up again with the Footpaths Officer.
- DATE OF THE NEXT MEETING
Thursday 25 July 2013 – Harewood Village Hall
CLERK TO THEK Sedman 36 High Ash Mount, LS17 8RW
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