MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH COUNCIL

HELD ON THURSDAY 26 th FEBRUARY 2009 IN THE CAVENDISH

ROOM AT THE SOCIAL CENTRE, COMMENCING AT 6.30pm.

Present: Cllr. P.Colbert, Chairman,

Cllrs. J.Clifton, C.Gilfillan, D.McGregor, N.Sanders,

S,Smith, and R.Turner.

C/Cllr. K.Stevenson, PC. J.Shirley, Bolsover Police.

Officers, W.Elliott, Clerk and P.Walters, R.F.O.

Apologies: Cllrs. E.Glassey, R.Glassey, P.Richardson,C.Hearnshaw.

Public Participation: Mr. J.Bown, Secretary to Creswell Bowls Club reported that it is being said that the Parish Council donation to the Bowls Club goes towards paying the Green Keeper. This is untrue in that the Green Keeper received an honorarium and the Council’s donation was solely towards the dressing and fertilising of the green. Mr. Bown was grateful for being given the opportunity to address the meeting and hoped his explanation would clear up the wrong information which was being

given out to the public. Cllr. Colbert proposed seconded by Cllr.McGregor that the Minutes confirm that there were no conditions made with regard to the Council’s donation, This motion was approved and Mr. Bown thanked the Council for their continued support.

County Councillor Report: Cllr. Stevenson reported that Derbyshire County rate is to increase by 2.9% for 2009/2010 and that they have done exceptionally well to keep the increase to this level. The Social Services Care for the Elderly, Schools etc capital is being maintained. The work on improving school buildings in Bolsover District starts within a few months and will be completed in 2010. The work has been held up by the bad weather during this past winter. A facility to have bins with salt can be supplied but care has to be taken as to where they are placed for public use. Proposed work to provide 4 lanes on the M1 from junction 28 to 32 will not now cause disruption to traffic as it is proposed now to use the layby, He hopes this works. Cllr. McGregor asked what the total expenditure in the County is predicted, and the reply £480 million. Cllr. Stevenson didn’t have the figure for the Police content but he thought it was more than the £40 million for Fire Services. Cllr. Colbert asked whether any job losses were to be anticipated and the reply none envisaged. Also with regard to the work on the M1 it is expected to be completed by 2015. The Parish Council would now look for suitable sites to place salt bins. Cllr. Stevenson was thanked for his presence and report.

Police Report : The Clerk read to the meeting the letter he had received from PS Wendy McBride replying to the Clerk’s letter which had asked for our Beat Officer to be allowed to remain in the Parish and not be withdrawn

to other areas. It is proposed that a delegation of the Parish Council meets with the local officers to discuss the next step forward and get their views to achieve the best solution to assist them with their work in the Parish. The letter from PC. Shirley on Pub Watch meetings and Councillor attendance was read. The Council will assist where it can in an advisory manner. Use of a room free of charge at the Centre is requested and this is granted but PC. Shirley is asked to consult with the Manager as to availability. Cllr. McGregor proposed seconded Cllr. Sanders Free use of the room the meeting agreed. PC. Shirley then gave details of crime in the village. He was thanked for his attendance and report.

63. Approval of Minutes:

Cllr Turner proposed seconded by Cllr S.Smith the Minutes of the Special Meeting of the Parish Council 18 th February be accepted as a true record . Cllr. Turner proposed seconded by Cllr. McGregor that the Minutes of the Management Meeting 11th February be accepted as a true record. Cllr. Colbert proposed seconded by Cllr. Smith that the minutes of the Audit Committee 16th February and the Parish Council 22nd January be accepted as a true record. Resolved the above Motions are carried.

64. Delegate Reports:

Roads and Pavements – it is reported that the gullies on drains are full at Duke Street, and Titchfield Street. The Clerk will report these to County HQ.

East Midlands in Bloom – The delegates reported that unfortunately they failed to get to the meeting due to transport breakdown.

Allotments - Cllr. Smith reported that he does not get notifications or reports of the committee meetings and the Clerk will write to the Secretary of the Allotments Committee. Cllr. Sanders reported that yearly rents are being increased from £7 to £8, and the Council’s water bill has now been paid.

Meeting with Royal British Legion Delegates.- Cllrs. Colbert, McGregor and R.Glassey had met with delegates of the RBL on Saturday 21 st February with the intention to discuss arrangements for the Armistice Parade November 2009. The Council, is not happy with one person changing the routine and suggested that the RBL Organiser notifies all groups who are taking part in the parade of any proposed changes and get their approval before implementation. It is agreed to meet 6 – 8 weeks before the date of the parade with all parties to agree the procedure. Cllr. Colbert feels that the Council came out of the meeting on a much stronger footing with RBL to which Cllr. McGregor added that we move forward for the future on what is a Civic function and emphasised that the Council must be involved in the arrangements and the Clerk is asked to write to RBL accordingly.

The Clerk reported that he has now ordered a supply of Anti Mole Bulbs for Fox Green application.

Police request - Would the Council ask Welbeck Estates to erect a barrier to stop cars proceeding on Colliery Road beyond the business units/Youth club. Currently the road is being used as access to Model Village and whilst it is open it allows crimes to be committed around the colliery area. The Clerk is asked to write to Welbeck Estates requesting a barrier that will

allow right of way on foot and only to vehicle owners who have been approved and supplied with a key to the barrier.

Flying tipping is being made on this route also manhole covers being stolen, Speeding and drug offences occurring.

Cllr., McGregor will also notify the Crime and Safety Dept at Bolsover DC to seek their support for such action.

Academy for Sports for All: Cllr. McGregor reported on the meeting of the Steering Committee and the constitution which has been prepared for acceptance and approval. Bolsover DC have given great help with producing Drawings and filing the Application for Planning Approval.

The application for funding with the first authority has to be lodged by 18th March and the planning application is hoped to be agreed by end March early April. A meeting has been held today with Welbeck Estates with regard to the transfer of the lease and the plan of the area of the cricket field .The line of the fence has to be amended and the cost will be £3000 but we have to meet the demand and hope to recover this cost elsewhere. The Transfer will be to BDC and then to us and BDC are doing what they can to hasten this. Cllr. Sanders asked if the Creswell cricket team will be able to play their matches on the field this year and the reply is that permission will be granted as soon as the contractors advise that it is suitable. The question was raised as to whether the Bowls Club will be kept informed. The reply is that the Bowls Club is part of the project and likely to have a

member on the Steering Committee. The Playing Field situation is approved and the anti mole bulbs should be

planted as soon as possible. Cllr. Sanders reported horses on Fox Green and the holes they are digging.

The Clerk reported our maintenance team have filled the holes in, but we cannot stop horses on the green, however we could ask the riders to give consideration to other users to keep goodwill. Cllr. Smith volunteered to contact the riders and seek their compliance.

65. Financial report: Mr. Walters supplied each member present with a list of Accounts for Approval for payment. Cllr. McGregor declared Level 1 interest on cheque number 3300. Cllr. Smith proposed seconded by Cllr. Colbert the accounts be paid Resolved that cheques be signed. Cllr. McGregor proposed seconded by Cllr. Turner the contract for A.Star Media to work for the council during 2009 be signed. Motion carried.

66. Telefonica O2 UK Ltd request to erect a slim line pole aerial.

The letter with request to erect a pole and equipment cabinet on the car park at the rear of the centre was read. The Clerk was asked to contact Lambert Smith Hampton to suggest a meeting on site.

67 Letter from Allotments Association requesting assistance:

Cllr. Colbert declared Level 2 Interest, Cllr. Sanders level 1.Both remained in the room but took no part in the discussion.

The letter was read requesting the Council sit with them to try and find suitable funding and advice as to how to tidy up the allotments. Cllr.McGregor suggested a sub committee consisting of Cllrs. McGregor, S,Smith and R.Glassey meet with the AllotmentCommittee members to move this matter forward and see if a full time delegate can be found who will help achieve the situation desired.

68. Applications for Assistance:

Limestone House- copy of accounts now provided. It is agreed we should encourage this type of event. Cllr. McGregor felt we should ask what grants are being made to other organisations by Limestone House to clarify the financial situation. Cllr Smith proposed seconded by Cllr. Gilfillan

Resolved Used of the centre 29 th March 11am- 4.0pm by Village Co, be granted Free of charge.

Creswell Bowls Club- requests the Council to sponsor an advert in their year book –cost £50. Proposed Cllr. McGregor seconded Cllr. Turner

Resolved we sponsor with an advert.

69. Planning.

Cllrs.Clifton, McGregor and Turner declared Interest and left the room.

There were no objections to Applications – 00059/FUL, 00003/OUT, 00024/RETRO, 00699/RETRO, 00030/FUL.

The Councillors then returned to the meeting.

70. Christmas Lights:

It is suggested the committee be convened to examine the current lights and recommendations for new lights and to

take into account the budget set for this expense.

71. Correspondence.

The Clerk read letters received from BDC re hygiene in the kitchen and reported the alterations suggested have been made.

Circulars from DALC were circulated and members interested in papers initial same for copies. The letter from the Chief Constable replying to the Clerk’s request that our Beat Officer be left in Creswell and not withdrawn to fill demands in other areas, was read and we await the follow up.

A report on the first Civil Wedding at the Centre was given and everything went well and the letter of thanks from the happy couple was read. The Clerk is to write thanking them for their letter and give our best wishes for their future happiness.