TEWIN PARISH COUNCIL
Minutes
of the Parish Council meeting held on Monday 3rd October 2005 in
Tewin Memorial Hall at 7.45pm
Present: Cllrs K. Lawson (Chairman), B.Evans, A.Hill,
and M.Howe
In attendance: Mrs C. McFarlane (Clerk), East Herts
District Councillor M. McMullen and one member of the public.
PARISHIONERS’ COMMENTS
A Parishioner expressed his concern over a tract of land for sale by the
Mimram River and the potential for it to become another “plotlands”. He wanted
to ensure that the Parish Council and EHDC were aware of it and to make sure
everything possible was done now to ensure a repetition of plotlands did not
occur.
The Parish Council advised him that they were aware of the matter as
were EHDC and that investigations were taking place with a view to serving an
Article 4 direction in the near future.
65. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
WERE RECEIVED from Cllr K.St Pier, D.Howson, S.Stott.
66. MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
held 5th September were agreed and signed by the Chairman.
67.
MATTERS ARISING
Resignation
– On 26/9/05 Cllr C.Pool
resigned from the Council after six years of service. The Parish Council
appreciated his contribution to the Council and agreed to send a letter of
thanks. The Clerk was asked to advertise the vacancy within the village and
report it to EHDC in the usual way.
Rabbits – A local landowner reported that from a sample of 20
rabbits ferreted recently only 2 were healthy, as myxomatosis seems to be rife
amongst the rabbit population. The Parish Council agreed to monitor the
situation and inform the parishioners who had raised this issue at the Parish
Council meeting in September.
68. FINANCE
Accounts for
Payment - In accordance with the Council’s Financial Regulations
the schedule of payments amounting to £2898.26 was approved by the Council.
Broken Windows at the
Pavilion – The
Council agreed to accept the quote of £215.15 from Hertford Glass to replace
the various damaged windows and the quote for £75 from Mr Yates for repairing
the damaged sills.
Remembrance Sunday Wreath – Cllr K St Pier kindly
offered to lay the wreath on Remembrance Sunday. The Council agreed to make a
donation of the same amount as last year.
69. PLANNING
3/05/1766/FP/LAH
– Tewinbury Farm – Erection of slim line lattice mast and associated equipment.
Erection of Compound – TPC Obj to location due to visibility and would like to
know why this site was chosen.
3/05/1730/FP/JS
– 7 Grass Warren, Tewin – Construction of single brick garage – TPC Obj as it
is in front of the building line.
3/05/1755/FP/SD
– Robins, Tewin Close – Detached Double Garage- TPC No Obj
Planning Decisions Received from EHDC
3/05/1254/AD
– Rose & Crown, Upper Green Road – Externally illuminated corporate signage
– TPC No objection to sign but objection to lights – EHDC Granted (lights to be
non-intermittent)
3/05/1255/LB
– Rose & Crown Upper Green Road – External illuminated corporate signage –
Granted
3/05/1451/FP
– Whitespar, Queen Hoo Lane, Tewin – Demolition of existing prefabricated
double garage and erection of new triple garage – TPC No Obj – EHDC Granted
3/05/1236/FP
– Tewin Cowper Church of England Primary School – Erection of Storage Shed
(retrospective) – TPC No Obj – EHDC Granted
Enforcement Issues
Land
Beside Mimram River - Refer to
Parishioners’ comment at beginning of Minutes
70. PLAYGROUND
71.
YOUTH CLUB
Cllr
B Evans proposed that in association with Datchworth Parish Council a “drop in
day” be organised for the 3rd December for all the young people in
both parishes to attend. The plan is to have present as many local clubs as
possible so that the young people can learn more about all the facilities
available within the area. A Youth Advisor would also be present. Advertising will be arranged at the next
meeting.
Works Outstanding –
Flooding at School Lane has been referred to the
Highways design team.
Margery Lane gullies have been jetted but flooding
continues to occur.
The Grass Warren bollards are scheduled to be done.
Work Completed -
Both the water leak outside the Rose & Crown and
the broken meter cover have been repaired.
The trip hazards in Grass Warren have been done.
The railings on Tewin Hill have been replaced.
Various patching of the side of the road has been
completed along Upper Green Road by Upper Green.
Works To Be Reported -
Cllr M.Howe reported that a hedge needs trimming
outside 29 Upper Green Road.
73. NEW POWERS FOR PARISH COUNCILS
This document has not been completely circulated yet
and will be put on the next agenda.
74. PARISH PLAN MEETING REPORT
Sixty-five people attended and the vast majority
thought that the Parish Plan would be a good idea. There were 2 volunteers as a
result of the meeting and the Parish Council hope that a further meeting will
take place with the assistance of the Tewin Society and that more volunteers
will come forward.
75. PARISH
PATHS PARTNERSHIP
The Council agreed to Herts County Council’s request
for the erection of a barrier to prevent motorcycles on Tewin Bridleway 7.
76.
CORRESPONDENCE
Police Report on Crimes – There have been 36 crimes (33 for same period last
year) reported in Tewin since 1.1.05 including 5 burglary/attempted burglary of
dwellings, 4 thefts of motor vehicles, 3 thefts from motor vehicles and 4
damage to motor vehicles.
Complaint about Noisy
Model Aircraft on Upper Green – The
green is available for lawful sports and pastimes by the local population with
one exception being golf.
Friends of Tewin Donation
– The Parish Council agreed to
suggest the “drop in day” as they would appreciate assistance with advertising
and refreshments.
Rabbits – Advice was sought from Defra and the Parish Council
were advised to find the location of the main burrow and ascertain whose land
it was on and once the landowners agreed obtain a quote for dealing with them.
Friends of Tewin request
for Traditional Style Finger Posts –
A letter has been sent to Highways and we await a response.
77.
REPORTS OF REPRESENTATIVES TO OUTSIDE BODIES
Tewin
School – Nothing to report.
Tewin
Charities Trustees – Nothing to
report.
Tewin
Memorial Hall – Nothing to report.
Tewin
Website – Nothing to report
Sports
Club Liaison – Cllr M.Howe agreed to
replace C.Pool
78.
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
The next Parish Council
meeting will be on Monday 7th November 2005 in Tewin Memorial Hall
at 7.45pm.
As there was no further
business the meeting was closed at 9.55pm.
Three Valleys Water 0845-7823333
(fault/leak reporting)
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Ref: |
WORK
IDENTIFIED AS NEEDING TO BE DONE AND REPORTED TO THE PARISH ENGINEER. |
ACTION |
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1 |
Flooding
at junction of
Margery Lane with Churchfield Rd as Drainage
ditch along Margery Lane needs clearing |
Done but
still flooding. Letter sent to Cllr B.Hammond |
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2 |
Collapse of the side of the road
along Upper Green |
Done |
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3 |
Trip Hazards - Grass Warren outside old peoples
bungalows |
Done |
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4 |
Bollards
– replacements
needed in Grass Warren/Cannons Meadow |
Awaiting
approval of a disabled bay before these works can be done although there are
objections. |
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5 |
Bridge
Reflectors in
Churchfield Road – White lining & chevrons to be repainted &
reflective discs/paint on bridge |
IB Noted |
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6 |
Bridge Repair at Tewin Hill – past farm –
railings on bridge over stream and missing fencing |
Done |
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7 |
Kerbing – Two loose kerb stones on drive
opposite Tewin Stores |
IB noted |
|
8 |
Trees
– Dead trees on
Churchfield Rd |
IB Noted |
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9 |
Ownership – Clarify ownership of access road off Godfries Close |
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10 |
Signs Heavy
Vehicles signs on Hertford Rd Tewin
Sign at Hollybushes – broken |
Ordered |
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11 |
Line
Markings - Many
need renewing as fading |
IB Noted |
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12 |
Flooding
– Along Bramfield
Road (gully needs emptying) Ref 1175810 |
Done |
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13 |
Flooding
– Out of the
drain outside the Rose & Crown & void opening up under the tarmac
beside the drain |
Done |
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14 |
Flooding - School Lane – This has been reported and referred to the
design team. Cllr B.Hammond has also been written to. |
Reported
8/05 |
Please be aware that Highways have a very limited budget and have to prioritise all work.