MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
RIBBY WITH WREA PARISH COUNCIL
Held At Wrea Green Institute
On 13th July 2016 at 19h30
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Apologies: Cllrs. Mrs L.McCormack, Ms.H.Jones, S.Kenchington and PCSO T.Sterling
Present: Cllrs. J.C.Maskell, Mrs. P. Naylor, Mrs.C.Wheatman, Mrs. J.L.Wardell, N. Craine, Br. Cllr. F. Andrews, Cnty. Cllr. P.Rigby and Clerk, D. Kirkham
There were 4 members of the public in attendance
Declarations of Interest: None
Written Request for New SPI Dispensation – None received.
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MINUTES
The minutes of the Parish Council meetings held 8th June 2016, which had previously been circulated to all councillors, were approved and signed by the Chairman.
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POLICE/CRIME and DISORDER
Cllr. J.Maskell presented the crime report in the absence of the PCSO (appendix 2). The question was raised as to the suitability of cases being ‘CLOSED’ with ‘ADDRESS SANITISED’ as residents have genuine concerns regarding incidents within the village.
The clerk requested to contact PCSO and new police Inspector regarding a plan of action within the parish. Also regarding attendance at future parish council meetings.
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FYLDE BOROUGH/LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCILS
a) Borough Cllr. F.Andrews reported the following :-
Police incident on field day at 02h20. Noise from amplifiers in terraced house. Cllr. F.Andrews contacted PCSO and Phil Dent.
Increase in fly-tipping around neighbouring parishes – especially area of Ballam Road, Westby.
Development of Richmond Ave – concern over the ditch to take water. There is activity whereby a French drain is being constructed alongside one property. A.Stell is aware of the situation and will be paying a site visit on Monday 18th July.
MEETING CLOSED AT 19h44 in order for public to respond to 17/39.
Mr. E.Murphy questioned where the water from above-noted French drain will be diverted to. Cllr.F.Andrews indicated it will collect in the main drain. This was disputed. Cllr. F.Andrews to contact A.Stell regarding the matter for confirmation.
MEETING RECONVENED AT 19h46.
b) County Cllr. P Rigby reported the following:-
The mini-roundabout by the Green will remain and continue to be monitored as no accidents have been reported to date.
Ribby Road excavation – Cllr. P.Rigby reported that the project is on-going and will continue for at least 22 weeks. Cllr. P.Rigby was unable to explain in full the reasoning behind the delay as he was restricted in relaying all information. As a consequence, resurfacing planned for 12/9/2016 is now doubtful. Cllr. Mrs.J.Wardell requested Cllr. P.Rigby to follow-up on the resurfacing with chief executive. Cllr. J.Maskell reported that a resident from 89 Ribby Road has difficulty in exiting their property because of the temporary traffic lights.
Cllr. Mrs.P.Naylor reported that Mr.A.Greening has concerns regarding access to the pavement from Wray Crescent to Browns Lane. Cllr. P.Rigby to investigate. Cllr.J.Maskell asked if the pavements will be addressed with resurfacing of Ribby Road – cllr. P.Rigby confirmed that only the road will receive attention.
Cllr.Mrs.J.Wardell noted that the bus shelter to the end of Wray Crescent is in a state of disrepair. Cllrs. F.Andrews and P.Rigby to ascertain as to responsibility of maintenance and report.
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CAPOW
Mr.John Rowson presented the CAPOW report and asked if there were any queries. (Appendix 3) In addition Mr.J.Rowson reported on his attendance at Warton enquiry – he noted that FBC withdrew within first hour.
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PLANNING
6.1 Applications:-
16/0280 WILLOW DRIVE – RESERVED MATTERS – APPLICATION TO BE PRESENTED AT DMC MEETING ON 27TH JULY
Linked to ….
16/0431 LAND TO THE REAR OF LANGTONS FARM AND OFF WILLOW DRIVE, DISCHARGE OF DETAILS ASSOCIATED WITH CONDITION 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 20, 21 AND 22 ON PLANNING PERMISSION 14/0302 RELATING TO OPEN SPACE MANAGEMENT PLAN, BOUNDARY TREATMENT PLAN, CONSTRUCTION METHOD STATEMENT, SCHEME SITE ACCESS, ADOPTED HIGHWAY S38 PLAN & CONSTRUCTION DETAIL, S278 WORKS PLAN AND DETAILED SURFACE & FOUL WATER DRAINAGE PLAN
Mr. J.Rowson reported that the clearance of the conditions will NOT be an agenda item at the
forth-coming DMC meeting. However, demolition will be on agenda. The parish council
continues to support CAPOW in this matter. In addition the clerk to correspond with FBC regarding
concerns over the proposed Zebra-crossing being within the conservation area, wrong positioning,
inadequate for amount of school children.
16/0349 MARTINDALE, MOSS SIDE LANE, RIBBY WITH WREA
REMOVAL OF CONDITION 4 ON PLANNING PERMISSION 15/757 REGARDING REMOVAL
OF PD RIGHTS
The opinion of the parish council was that the planning conditions must be adhered to and no precedent set to opt out. Cllr. Mrs.J.Wardell proposed refusal. Seconded by Cllr. J.Maskell – carried unanimously.
16/0430 WINDTOP FARM, BROWNS LANE, RIBBY WITH WREA. RE-SUBMISSION OF 15/0058 – PROPOSED EXTENSION TO EXISTING AGRICULTURAL BUILDING, FOLLOWING DEMOLITION OF LEAN TO BUILDING AND PROPOSED ERECTION OF NEW AGRICULTURAL BUILDING
Cllr. Mrs.J.Wardell proposed approval. Seconded by Cllr. J.Maskell – carried unanimously.
6.2 Decisions:-
The following decisions were noted -
15/0883 THIRLMERE, MOSS SIDE LANE, RIBBY WITH WREA - GRANTED
SINGLE AND TWO STOREY EXTENSION TO SIDE FOLLOWING DEMOLITION OF EXISTING
SINGLE STOREY ELEMENT, SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO REAR AND OTHER ALTERATIONS
TO DWELLING
16/0145 HILL FARM, BROWNS LANE, RIBBY WITH WREA – GRANTED
CONVERSION OF AGRICULTURAL BUILDING TO A DWELLING INCLUDING
INCREASE IN PART ROOF HEIGHT AND ERECTION OF DETACHED GARAGE
(AMENDMENT TO APPROVED SCHEME 15/0144)
16/0267 60 BRYNING LANE, RIBBY WITH WREA – GRANTED TWO STOREY SIDE EXTENSION, TWO STOREY FRONT EXTENSION AND DORMERS TO FRONT AND REAR.
16/0302 RIBBY VILLAGE LEISURE AND CARAVAN, RIBBY ROAD – GRANTED REMOVAL OF EXISTING TENNIS COURTS AND SPORT AREA. PROVISION OF NEW CAR PARK AREA FOR 69 NO. CAR SPACES AND 4M HIGH CAR PARK LIGHTING.
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RECREATION GROUNDS and OPEN SPACES
Play area at Wray Crescent – clerk confirmed at finish date of 26/08/2016
Village hardware – repair to bench on The Green noted. The Grapes to be approached regarding replacement / repairs to fence by public toilets and chain.
Remembrance Garden – Cllr.J.Maskell and the clerk reported on the progress to date and on-going matters. Clerk to source a bench from new supplier. Wording for plaque – This tree was planted in memory of councillor Jack.W.Dodson B.E.M. – 2016. Cllr. Mrs.J.Wardell to obtain approval from family members. Plaque to be slate Mrs. J.Cookson to donate.
Cllr.Mrs.J.Wardell reported 40 poppies already knitted for Remembrance Sunday. Suggestion that donations made to purchase a poppy with funds to be donated to Royal British Legion.
The orchard – Presently locked. Cllr.J.Maskell to unlock. Fruit yield to be monitored this year for possible distribution next year – fruit belongs to village.
Field Day – Cllr.J.Maskell reported that the organisers of the fair did return to dispose of refuse and repair damage to the Green. Cllr.C.Wheatman reported that there was a lack of support for the Field Day committee this year.
Wildflower Area – established enough NOT to rope off.
Cllr. J.Wardell requested that FBC be contacted regarding supply of litter bins on the Green toward Moss Side Lane.
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VILLAGE ACTIVITIES/HIGHWAYS
NWIB – 3 judges attended earlier today.
Senior Villagers party – cancelled this year due to lack of numbers. However, the W.I. requested that the parish council donation be held as restricted reserve for a future afternoon tea function. All councillors approved. Cllr.Mrs. J.Wardell to organise acknowledgment of Mrs. Alice Parkinson reaching 100 years of age - Chairman’s allowance to be utilised.
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FINANCIAL AND STANDING ORDER MATTERS
a) All payments and receipts were outlined within the clerk’s report (appendix 1). These were explained in detail by the clerk and approved by the council.
b) 106 monies – clerk still awaiting reply from Mr. P.Drinnan regarding meeting on site. Clerk to finalise date.
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PARISH COUNCIL MATTERS
Chairman / councillors attended the following:-
6/6/16 BBC breakfast event on the Green
12/6/16 Kirkham Civic Sunday
15/6/16 LALC quarterly meeting
20/6/16 British Geological survey event
2/7/16 Wrea Green Field Day
3/7/16 Wrea Green Civic Sunday
10/7/16 Weeton Civic Sunday
13/7/16 North West In Bloom judging
LALC AGM resolutions – suggested resolutions to consider - A) policing at local level; B) Inclusion of attendance within standing orders; C) Promotion of Car-share for BAE employees.
All future dates for calendar noted.
Next meeting set for 11th August 2016.
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CLERK’S REPORT (Appendix 1)
The Clerk’s report, which was circulated to all members before the meeting was approved and signed by the Chairman.
The Meeting Closed at 21.38 hours
Cllr. Mr. J.Maskell 11th August 2016
Chairman