September 2021 Minutes
NORTH KELSEY PARISH COUNCIL
c/o Chipendale, Lincoln Road, Holton cum Beckering, Lincolnshire, LN8 5NG
Telephone 07884 114373
Email: clerk.northkelseyparish@gmail.com
Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held in the Village Hall on Thursday 9th September 2021 at 7.00pm
Present: Cllr M Williams, D Hunt, H Burrows. S. Haynes, Cllr. Peter Morris WLDC, Cllr Tom Smith LCC. In attendance: J Robertson (Clerk) 6 members of the public
A public forum was available to take questions:
1. North Kelsey Youth Club enquired about the funds held in the Trust Fund
2. Oil drilling was discussed regarding the future planning applications
3. Speed limit signs were discussed for South Street
4. The defibrillator, located at Kelsey Primary school was discussed and further information was to be sought regarding its maintenance contract
WLDC Update - Cllr Morris reminded the PC that information regarding funding opportunities via Democratic Services for the Jubilee should be made available in October 2021.
Information regarding Planning Application 142952 – Fish processing plant at Clixby had received 130 objections to planning application.
LCC Update - Cllr. Tom Smith discussed further information regarding the costing of a static solar reactive speed sign. Overgrown shrubbery which obstructs signage was highlighted once again. Cllr. Smith advised that the Road Safety Council were aware of the situation.
7.45pm The Chairman opened the meeting, welcoming Jane Robertson as new Parish Clerk, along with introductions and greetings to both District and County representatives.
21/446 To receive apologies and reasons for absence – none received.
21/447 To receive declarations of interest under the Localism Act 2011 – being any pecuniary or non pecuniary interest in agenda items not previously recorded on Members’ Register of Interests.
None received.
21/448 To approve draft minutes of the Meeting 3 August 2021.
Resolved to approve as a true record. Proposed Cllr H. Burrows, Seconded Cllr. D. Hunt (Vice Chair). All in favour.
21/449 Chair & Councillors Report
None to report
21/450 Clerk’s report on matters outstanding
As the Clerk has only just joined the PC, the Clerk had nothing to report at this time. The previous Clerk had suggested producing a quarterly newsletter however, investigations with Royal Mail showed this would not be cost effective. Suggestions were made to post news on Facebook page and relevant updates via website if possible.
21/451 To receive applications for Councillor Vacancies.
One application had been received. Following discussions, it was proposed to accept the candidate Mr Reg Hunt and offer the position. Proposed Cllr. Williams (Chair), Seconded Cllr. Burrows. Resolved. Documents to be sent to Cllr R. Hunt for signature.
21/452 To receive an update in relation to:
a) Cemetery
• As previously, work on the fallen headstones would need re-evaluating, with a faculty required for work in the consecrated area of the cemetery. Additionally, monument inspection and best practice information will be circulated for councillors to consider how best to plan and budget for the work required.
• A list of jobs, including monuments, well cover, compost area and chapel renovations would be circulated, in time for the next meeting, to enable prioritisation and financial assessment. • It was noted that some graves have been planted with seasonal planting, bulbs and have been dressed with ornaments which is not allowed. Any floral tributes should be placed in vases and ornaments should be placed on the plinth at base of the headstone. Cllr Hunt suggested meeting at the cemetery in order to list the work required for the project.
• A working party is required to redress the overgrown areas and weeding required.
b) Village Grounds Maintenance
• Cllr Hunt, (VC) reported that one seat had been refurbished, and the metalwork now completed on the other..
• c) Playing field / Wildlife Area
• Komplan Play to meet Cllr Burrows at the playing field on 21st September at 10am to propose a new design and assess the work required for new play equipment.
• Fencing contractors to be sought for new fencing including any temporary repairs that would be required until permanent solutions are agreed and organised.
Resolved - Clerk to follow up
• The Clerk is to investigate suppliers for play bark.
Resolved - Clerk to follow up
21/453 War Memorial Wreath
Two wreathes for the War Memorial to be purchased for 2021 and 2022.
Voted all in favour
Resolved - Clerk to order from Royal British Legion
21/454 Signage in the Village Including Village Green Parking
For some time, there have been issues with a car parking on the village green for long periods.
Resolved - Cllr. Haynes to monitor and report back to the PC at the next meeting.
21/455 Spring Bulb Planting
None been donated as yet,
21/456 Financial Matters
a) The Clerk & RFO reported no Income was received since the last meeting.
Resolved to approve payments. £1161.90 Proposed Cllr. D Hunt. Seconded Cllr. H Burrows.
b) Address information is incorrect with current bank
Resolved - Cllr. Burrows to work to resolve this with Nat West.
c) Online banking with Nat West was discussed regarding the ongoing issues.. Cllr. Morris suggested that WLDC may offer assistance and will investigate internally and report to the PC at the next meeting.
21/457 Planning applications and decisions received
142952 – No comments received in relation to this application.
143589 – No comments received in relation to this application.
143464 – Land off Grasby Road, Barnetby DN38 6AR
It was noted that the postcode is incorrect therefore an objection was raised pedestrians. .
21/458 To move into closed sessions to discuss staffing matters.
Date and Time of next meeting
Tuesday 26th October 2021 at 7pm
Village Hall, North Kelsey
Meeting moved into closed session 9.00pm
Meeting concluded 9.40pm