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Minutes of the Town Council meeting
held on Monday 18th October 2010 at 7:15pm
in the Annexe Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall.
Present:
Cllrs: D. Adamson (Chair), C. Hesmondhalgh, J. Marshall, C. Pack, A. Pagram, M. Penson, F. Roberts, J. Watson.
Apologies:
Cllrs: J. Jackson (abroad), A. Morton (holiday), A. Robinson (holiday)
263 Police Report
Cllr Marshall advised of an incident with youths throwing eggs at vehicles adjacent to Tesco’s and of their presence at other locations throughout the same evening.
264 Reports on Matters Relating to Thirsk
264.1 N.Y.C.C
Cllr Dadd advised that the NYCC were carrying out a winter gritting review and was examining the liability element in respect of people clearing paths in front of shops and properties.
The County Council would also look to Town and Parish Councils to assist in the matter.
264.2 HDC
Cllr Adamson advised that that the LDF allocations plan had been accepted and that the half seven acres site had been lost as recreational land with a link between Ryebeck Farm and the land being established. Cllr Marshall expressed concern at the issue and noted that the decision would put strain on the Millennium Green and the East Thirsk School.
Cllr Adamson noted that HDC had 50 job vacancies left unfilled. He advised on the services that would and wouldn’t be affected by the saving cuts.
Resolved:
a) that HDC be requested to provide details in respect of the decision in relation to ½
seven acres.
b) that enquiries be made through YLCA with regard to appealing against the Planning Inspectors decision.
265. Open Forum
Resolved: that standing orders be suspended
A resident advised that he had received a parking ticket for exceeding the allotted time in Kirkgate and he was concerned at the level of fine allocated, being £75.00 reduced to £50.00 if paid within 14 days. He advised that in Harrogate the fine was reduced from £50.00 to £25.00 and he felt that the level s for a place the size of Thirsk was excessive. He was also concerned that there were no signs advising of the charges.
The meeting was also advised that on the last race day a Police control vehicle, parked opposite the Nat.West bank had occupied up to seven car spaces.
Cllr Adamson advised that parking arrangements were normally authorised through HDC and he would check on the arrangements in place.
Resolved: that standing orders be reinstated.
266. Minutes
Resolved: that the minutes of the Meeting of the Town Council held on 20 September 2010 be approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.
267. Matters Arising from the Minutes
267.1 Minute no.259.2 Speeding Concerns-Norby Front Street
Cllr Adamson advised that he had attended a meeting to discuss the issue and the ongoing actions.
The concern was in relation to vehicles entering rather than leaving Thirsk.
267.2 Minute no.259.3 Flood and Water Management Act.
Cllr Marshall noted that the list of bodies to be abolished by the Government included the Environment Agency and she was concerned about the loss of their expertise in flooding.
267.3 Minute no.261.1 Members Reports.
The Clerk advised that the Police had noted in an email that a full assessment had previously been undertaken in respect of the Church Porch and this had been sent to the PCC some time ago.
Members were advised that the bricks and rubble had been cleared from the Tranmire ditch
Cllr Adamson noted that the mound of soil was still on the bank of the ditch.
Resolved:
a) that the email from the Police be copied to Cllr Morton and the Vicar
b) that HDC be contacted regarding the soil on the bank of the Tranmire Ditch.
268. Committee Minutes and Reports
268.1 Central Areas – 7 October
The Meeting received the minutes of the Central Areas Committee Meeting held on 7 October.
Cllr Watson advised that she and Cllr Penson together with Kath Reynard had spent a total of six hours on Sunday 17 October pruning and clearing Mill Gardens. She expressed her thanks to Kath Reynard and to Rob Dickinson who had worked on the day taking away the rubbish.
Resolved: that the Minutes be received and noted.
268.2 Sensory Garden
The Meeting received the Minutes of the Meeting of the Sensory Garden Working Party held on 6 September 2010. Cllr Marshall noted that HDC had allocated some Section 106 monies from a site where planning permission had been granted but development had not commenced and they were now examining the situation.
Resolved: that the Minutes be received and noted
269. Burial Board.
Cllr Adamson advised that the Agents had inspected the Sexton’s house and found it to be in good condition. Quotes for re-surfacing the road were awaited. The Cemetery Worker was to attend a NAMM course on memorial safety.
270. Correspondence/Items Raised
270.1 Sowerby Gateway
The meeting received a letter dated 20 September 2010 from Castlevale in response to the Town Council letter raising issues about the drainage system and highways.
Castlevale advised that there were no issues in relation to drainage that had not been resolved prior to submission of the planning application. With regard to local highway improvements, alterations would be made in the first phase to the Westgate/Topcliffe Road/Station Road roundabout and the Stockton Road/Long Street/Stammerghate roundabout. The junction improvements to the A168 and Topcliffe Road would be delivered as required by NYCC.
The Clerk advised that a public meeting was to be held on the 26 October at the Town Hall to discuss the proposals.
Cllr Roberts presented a report on the planning application submitted.
She noted the various and considerable documents received and the repetitive and technical nature therein.
Community facilities were to be incorporated into Phase 1 which was set for 2012 and it was stated that these would be gifted to HDC. Cllr Roberts questioned whether the District Council would want or accept such facilities. She noted that the community care facilities which included a doctor’s surgery and care home was included in phase 3 and a primary school would not be provided until 2015 in Phase 2.
Cllr Roberts referred to the density of the housing being 38 properties per hectare with some areas of over 40 properties and she referred to the road systems and drainage.
Cllr Roberts advised that she had talked to the planning officer at HDC and it was likely to be February before the application was considered.
Resolved: that the Town Council seek feedback from the public meeting to be held on 26 October before finalising its comments on the planning application.
270.2 Proposed Revisions to Home to School and College Transport Policy
The meeting received details of a consultation document in respect of proposed revisions to three areas of the home to school and college transport policy, which were discretionary. The consultation document and response form was available on the WEB.
Resolved: that Councillors submit any views or representations on the subject via the response form
270.3 Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery/Acute Stroke Services Pathways
A letter dated 1 October was received from South Tees Hospitals/NHS briefing on the results of work undertaken to respond to national guidance about improvements to services. Cllr Marshall considered that the acute stroke service detailed was excellent.
Resolved: that the letter be noted
270.4 Speeding Concerns – Norby Front Street
A letter dated 7 October was received from Hambleton Community Safety Partnership advising of the continuing activity at Norby Front Street in respect of speeding.
Resolved: that the letter be noted
270.5 Public Art at Sowerby Gateway
The meeting received an email from Rural Arts advising of the development of public art opportunities at Sowerby Gateway and the public consultation being undertaken.
Resolved: that the information be noted
270.6 Neighbourhood Awareness Event – 28 October
The Clerk advised that a Neighbourhood Awareness Event had been organised for 28 October at the Town Hall, with a session between 3.00pm and5.00pm for members of the public to meet with Thirsk and Sowerby Town and Parish Councillors.
270.7 Future of Standards Framework for Members of Local Authorities in England
The meeting received a legal briefing from NALC on the future of the standards framework.
Resolved: that the briefing be noted.
271. Finance
271.1 Accounts for Payment
Resolved: that the accounts for payment as at 18 October 2010 be approved and cheques signed.
271.2 Monthly Balance Sheet and Budget Report September 2010
Resolved: that the balance sheet and budget report for October 2010 be received and approved
272. Members/Representatives Reports
Cllr Roberts advised that Ian Strong had stepped down as Chief Officer of YLCA but had been retained as Local Councils Officer and Sheena Spence had been appointed as the new Chief Officer.
She noted that Councils would be charged for elections even if seats were uncontested.
Cllr Penson advised that two large flower tubs on Ingramgate had been pushed over on Friday night.
Cllr Watson expressed concern at the road closure signage.
Cllr Marshall advised that both she and Cllr Roberts had been approached regarding the 4th Regiment Royal Artillery, which had just returned from Afghanistan, being allowed to march through the Town.
Cllr Roberts noted that she had raised the matter with Ian Strong of YLCA.
Resolved: that the 4th Regiment Royal Artillery be made aware that the right to march through the Town was being pursued.
The meeting closed at 9.15pm
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