DRAFT minutes - 11th March 2025
DRAFT MINUTES OF PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday 11th March 2025 at 7.00pm
MEMBERSHIP:
Chair: Councillor Andy Hone
Vice-chair: Councillor George McDonnell
Councillors: Paul Browne, Richard Robinson, Richard Marshall, (2 vacancies)
Clerk: John Money RFO: Gordon Roe
ATTENDANCE:
Chair: Councillor Andy Hone; Vice-chair: Councillor George McDonnell
Councillors: Richard Robinson; Richard Marshall, (2 vacancies)
Clerk: John Money
3 m3mb3rs of the public
The Chair Councillor Andy Hone welcomed all present to the meeting.
Public Forum: The poor state of Nocton’s roads was again raised - Cllr Carrington assured residents that he saw the need for repairs as a priority. A question was asked of Councillor Ian Carrington regarding the amount of mud on the road between Nocton and Potterhanworth emanating from agricultural operations. We appreciate that these operations have to take place but the mud on the road is particularly dangerous to cyclist and cyclists Councillor Ian Carrington said he would look into it if pictorial evidence was provided.
County Councillor reports:
Cllr Carrington reported that the budget relating to the council tax rise was 2.99%. He also went on to explain a large proportion of that money is spent on adult social care. He also spoke regarding flooding, local flooding and rivers, a £1 million reserve fund has been set up for domestic flood damage. He went on to speak about the local government reorganisation and unitisation of the councils in Lincolnshire.
A question regarding the potential flooding where development occurs was raised. Councillor Carrington replied to say that in the design stage of housing development, sustainable drainage systems have to be approved by the Lincolnshire County Councils highways and SuDS department and also approved by the LPA.
The Chair moved the meeting into formal session
Agenda Items:
1. Apologies for Absence: apologies were received from Councillor Parry, holidays and it was noted that Councillor Browne was not in attendance.
2. Declarations of Interest: None declared
3. Minutes: The draft minutes of the meeting held on 11th February 2025 were accepted and it was agreed the Chair sign them as a true and accurate record of the meeting
4. Co-option of a Parish Councillor - Deferred to April meeting.
5. Matters arising from previous meetings: it was agreed that the dado rail will be fitted on Saturday, the 29th of March. The Clerk reported that a SID would cost in the region of £2,500 for just one battery powered speed indicator that didn’t record and it was agreed not to proceed at this stage due to cost.
6. Chair’s Report: Well done to the hedge cutting team who cut the hedge on Nocton Park Road; Cellar floor repair to be chased as is the AG properties agreement.
7. Hub Manager’s Report: bookings are stable. The higher rates from April are in place. The chair mover is a successful addition to the hub equipment.
8. Parish Clerk’s Report: all administration was up to date and he had submitted a response to the Springwell Solar Farm development on the council’s behalf
9. To consider whether the Hub meeting room should be offered as a no cost extra. (HUG meeting suggestion) A debate took place and it was agreed that Regular and Local Hall users should have the availability of the meeting room at no extra cost; proposed Councilor Robinson, seconded by Councillor McDonnell, and resolved. Action Chair.
10. To consider purchasing paint and materials for the Lounge (RA will provide the labour) valued at £250 including VAT. (HUG meeting suggestion) it was proposed by Councillor McDonnell, seconded by Councilor Robinson and resolved. Action RA
11. To consider obtaining quotes for the installation of a lockable door for additional storage in the ladies’ toilet. (HUG meeting suggestion) short debate took place and it was agreed the Clerk would prepare a brief Schedule of Works of the works required, Councillor McDonnell would seek contractors estimates. Proposed by Councillor McDonnell, seconded by Councilor Marshall and resolved. Action Clerk, Councillor McDonnell.
12. Planning Matters:
25/0073/TCA, Crown lifting a tree on the Hall Drive: Supported. Action Clerk
13. Financial Matters:
(a) To note the current bank balances. Noted.
(b) To ratify payments for the month of February 2025 and to approve the list of upcoming payments. Ratified and instructions to pay the accounts. Action Chair/RFO
14. Date of Next Meeting: 8th April 2025.
The Chair moved the meeting out of formal session
Public forum (10mins)
The subject of children using the meeting room was discussed. The use of an app to track Solar Panel performance was suggested.
15. It was resolved to move the meeting into a Private and Confidential session.
It was resolved that the matter of holiday pay payment method to colleagues would be further discussed with all concerned and that owed holiday back pay should be paid. Action Chair/Clerk
Meeting closed at 8:50pm