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HENHAM PARISH COUNCIL Minutes of Meeting Held on: 7th August 2008 At: OSCA, Henham PRESENT: Cllrs. Mr M. Nicholson (Chairman), Mr N. Baker, Mr D. Sturgeon, Mr D. Bishop, Mr O. Griffiths, Mr J. Pimblett, Ms M. Pennino, Mrs M. Lohmeyer, Dist. Cllr. Mrs C. Dean, Mrs C. Lenihan (Clerk) VILLAGE INSPECTION WALKThe village walk was cancelled due to inclement weather. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCECty Cllr. Mr R. Gooding and Dist. Cllr. Mr D. Morson Approval of the Minutes of the LAST MeetingMinutes of the July 2008 meeting were approved and signed. Matters Arising from the MinutesCouncillors voted on the nominations for co-option. After a ballot, Simon Lee was elected. The parish council would like to thank all those who put their names forward for co-option. Chairman to discuss specific occasions for using the flagpole with Paul Donnelly and Bessie Hayden. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS(i) Greens and Village Estate Estimates for the work on the drains and ditch outside the village hall have now been received. Work to locate and repair the drain run and construct two new man-holes as per the estimate of £1309.25 was approved. It was also agreed that Cllr. Baker could proceed with the ditch work in accordance with the estimates provided. Cllr. Baker to write to the owner of the ditch to suggest an equitable financial contribution. The cemetery hedge has now been cut at a cost of £140. The four missing posts in Carters Lane have been fitted and painted with a preservative at cost of £120. Cllr. Baker again reminded all Councillors to report any small works that can be undertaken by Essex County Council during their week long parish visit in March 2009. A tree survey has been completed on the horse chestnut trees in Woodend Green but the written report has not been received to date. Allotment rental letters have been sent out and most rental payments have been received. BT have been contacted regarding the telephone box outside OSCA. They have agreed to survey the box and advise of the outcome. If all is agreed, they will repaint Henham did not figure in the ‘Best Kept Village Competition’ results. Cllr. Baker to obtain feedback. The parish council agreed a policy of no rubbish bins to be kept on the village greens. They ask all residents to respect this policy. (ii) Finance Approval of 2007/08 accounts: An overview of the year-end accounts was provided by Trevor Judd which were subsequently approved and signed. Accounts for Payment: Grass cutting (July 2008) 893.00 Cutting and disposal of cemetery hedges 140.00 Uttlesford Association of Local Councils annual membership 25.00 Parish council gift to postmistress 31.64 Posts in Carters Lane (second payment) 120.00 Clerk’s fee (July 2008) 166.66 War memorial garden (July 2008) 20.00 (iii) Liaison Cllr. Griffiths advised that the signs have now been installed at Toot Bridge but these are not what he was expecting. Cllr. Griffiths continuing to liaise with Highways on the matter. The Environment Agency are looking at prosecuting the owner and/or the tenant of the redundant ‘bus yard’ in Old Mead Road for running an unlicensed tip. The community speedwatch programme is being set up with Essex Police although Henham may need to share the equipment with Elsenham. Henham now needs to provide between six and fourteen people who are willing to undertake the training from the police. Cllr. Griffiths to advertise for volunteers in ‘The Dragon’, website and village shop. A rail seminar is being held in Chelmsford on Friday 3rd October. This is an opportunity to provide feedback on rail services. Cllr. Griffiths to arrange a notice in ‘The Dragon’ asking if anyone would like to represent the parish council at this meeting. It was reported that an ambulance called to a local resident on Saturday night took twenty minutes to reach Henham from Birchanger. Concern raised over the length of time that emergency vehicles take to reach the village. Cllr. Sturgeon agreed to follow up the matter with the health authority and liaise with the resident concerned (iv) Planning Plans and advices received were discussed: UTT/1086/08/FUL: 19 Mill Road, Henham – Erection of two storey rear extension § No comments or objections. UTT/1029/08/FUL: Cedar Wood, Mill Road, Henham – Proposed conservatory § No comments or objections.UTT/1777/08/FUL: Medlars Walk, Henham – Alleged breach of planning control § Notification has been received that the alleged breach of planning control has been investigated and no issue has been found. However, the parish council still have concerns about this property being too close to the boundary. Dist. Cllr. Dean agreed to make some enquiries. UTT/0400/08/FUL: Proposed second runway at Stansted Airport § It was felt that it was not necessary for a formal presentation/speaker from Henham Parish Council to be made at the preliminary hearing to be held in November, as Henham’s opposition to the proposed second runway is already understood. Chairman reported that he is still awaiting suggested sites for the proposed bus shelter in Old Mead Lane. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AT ELSENHAMThe position of the Elsenham Development was discussed. Cllr. Baker will write a short update for ‘The Dragon’. The results of the consultation will be presented at a meeting at the Council Chambers on 16 September 2008. The website if fully updated with the ongoing progress of the campaign. POST OFFICE CLOSURENo further developments. Chairman to discuss with Chris Swain and report back at next meeting. CORRESPONDENCE AND NOTICESNothing to report. ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDAClerk to provide a report on income and expenditure at future meetings. DATE OF NEXT MEETINGThursday 4th September 2008. Catherine Lenihan/Clerk |
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