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Minutes of the Town Council meeting
held on Thursday 4th March 2010 at 7:30pm
in the Annexe Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall.
Present:
Cllrs: C. Hesmondhalgh (Chair), J. Jackson, A. Morton, C. Pack, M. Penson, F. Roberts J. Watson.
Apologies:
Cllrs: D. Adamson (unwell), J. Marshall (appointment)
165. Minutes
Resolved:
a) that the minutes of the meeting of Thirsk Town Council held on 15 February 2010 be approved as a correct record and signed by the chair.
b) that the minutes of the Planning committee held on 15 February 2010 be received.
166. Matters arising from the Town Council Meeting held on 4 February 2010.
166.1 Running Costs of Toilets
The Clerk advised that he had requested clarification in respect of the figures supplied by HDC.
166.2 Gas Board - Kirkgate
Cllr Watson noted that the works had been completed.
167. Correspondence/Items Raised
167.1 Letter from PCT re: Application by Tesco Instore Pharmacy for full consent prior to inclusion in the pharmaceutical list at Tesco Superstore, Station Road, Thirsk.
The meeting received a letter from the PCT regarding an application by Tesco to establish a pharmacy. The first application had been approved in October 2008 but the consent expired in July 2009.
Resolved: that the Town Council maintains its original objections to the pharmacy.
167.2 Letter from Hambleton LDF/Allocations DPD Examination re: Notice of Pre-Hearing Meeting.
The Meeting received notice of a pre-hearing meeting in respect of the Hambleton LDF Allocations Development Plan Document which was to be held on 10 March at the Civic Centre.
Resolved: that the letter be noted.
167.3 Blakey Bridge, Sowerby.
The Clerk reported receipt of a letter from Jacobs/NYCC advising that NYCC was planning to carry out maintenance works at Blakey Bridge which would comprise general masonry repairs and bridge widening to allow safe passage of traffic.
Resolved:
that Jacobs be advised:-
a) That Sowerby Parish Council should be consulted
b) That the bridge is a registered ancient monument
c) That the Town Council is concerned about the effects of widening in respect of increased heavy traffic.
167.4 Public Footpath Grass Cutting
The Clerk reported that the Town Council’s Amenity Contractor had advised that Town and Parish Councils could undertake the grass cutting of public footpaths. NYCC had confirmed that it would pay 10 pence per metre per cut for up to three cuts per year.
Members felt that the responsibility should be left with the County Council in this instance.
Resolved: that the cutting maintenance of public footpaths remain with NYCC.
167.5 Litter Bin adjacent to Railway Station
The Clerk reported receipt of an email from Carlton Miniott Parish Council who had asked HDC for a litter bin on the piece of land at the western approach to the railway station.
The bin had however been sited next to the seat on the eastern side which was within Thirsk.
It was suggested that it may be beneficial to have a bin on both sides of the railway bridge.
Members felt that the location of the bin was appropriate.
Resolved: that the Town Council agrees to the purchase/retention of the waste bin adjacent to the railway station.
167.6 TIC/Herriot Visitors Centre
The Clerk noted that consideration of the issues in relation to the TIC and the Herriot Visitors Centre needed to be undertaken at the Town Council meeting on the 15 March.
Members considered that Peter Simpson and David McGloin of HDC should be asked to attend the meeting.
Resolved: that Peter Simpson and David McGloin of HDC be invited to attend the Meeting of the Town Council on 15 March 2010.
168. Minutes/Reports from Committees /Working Parties
168.1 Carrs Field
Cllr Roberts noted the work the Woodlands Group had been undertaking.
168.2 Central Areas
The meeting received the Minutes of the Meeting held on 2 February 2010.
Cllr Watson advised that it was intended to invite quotations for the horticultural revamp of Mill Gardens. M.Burnett was to undertake work in respect of the paved area and wall at Mill Gardens and was to paint the bus shelter before Easter.
169. Items of Information
Cllr Morton advised that he had attended the official opening of the new dry area at the swimming pool.
Cllr Penson noted the number of empty shops in the Town Centre and questioned whether the windows could be decorated to improve the visual amenity. Cllr Roberts advised of simulated displays in empty shops in Tyneside.
The Meeting closed at 8.40pm
Minutes of the Annual Parish Meeting of Thirsk Town Council
held on Monday 15th March 2010 at 7:00pm
in the Annexe Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall.
Present:
Cllrs. D. Adamson (Chairman), C. Hesmondhalgh, J. Marshall, A. Morton, C. Pack, M. Penson & F. Roberts
Apologies:
Cllrs. J. Jackson, A.Pagram & J. Watson
1. Minutes of the Annual Parish Meeting held on 16th March 2009
resplved that the minutes of the Annual Parish Meeting held on 16th March 2009 be confirmed as a correct record and signed by the chair.
2. Matters Arising from the Minutes
No matters arising
3. Chairman's report
Cllr. Adamson presented his report which mentioned Hambleton District Council's proposal to move the TIC, the re-location of Thirsk Clock, the start of parking charges and the recession, and the proposals in relation to the Herriot Centre and market stalls.
He thanked the Town Council staff and fellow Councillors for all their hard work over the last twelve months and the Vice Chair Cllr. Cynthia Hesmondhalgh
4. Representations from Electors of the Parish
None received
5. Other Items of Interest and Information
None received
The meeting closed at 7.10pm
Minutes of the Town Council meeting
held on Monday 15th March 2010 at 7:15pm
in the Annexe Thirsk & Sowerby Town Hall.
Present:
Cllrs: D. Adamson (Chair), C. Hesmondhalgh, J. Marshall, C. Pack, M. Penson, F. Roberts, A. Robinson, J. Watson.
Apologies:.
Cllrs: J. Jackson (abroad), A. Pagram(baby-sitting)
170. Thirsk Tourist Information Centre/Herriot Visitor Centre
David McGloin, Assistant Director Hambleton District Council, was in attendance for consideration of the item.
Members were advised of the discussion at the Thirsk Area Forum meeting on 9 March and the decision reached.
Discussion took place with regard to the proposals by the HDC Cabinet, the history and district wide benefit of the TIC and the Herriot Centre, the various figures put forward and the use of 49 Market Place.
Following further consideration it was.
Resolved:
That the Town support the decision of the Thirsk Area Forum held on 9 March 2010 with regard to the recommendation to Cabinet to defer any action in respect of the TIC at this time pending a full strategic review of the proposed move of the TIC and the overall Tourism Strategy.
a)
That the Town Council works with Hambleton District Council and the Thirsk community to find a suitable solution.
b)
c)
171. Minutes.
Cllr Watson entered the Meeting.
The Clerk advised that due to illness the Minutes of the meeting held on 4 March were not available for approval.
Resolved:
a) That the minutes of the 4 March be approved at the next meeting of the Town Council.
b) That the minutes of the Planning Committee held on 4 February 2009 be received.
172 Police Report
Cllr Watson advised that she was meeting with Inspector Osborne on the 16 March.
Cllr Marshall requested that the CCTV coverage of Castlegarth be raised.
173. Reports on Matters relating to Thirsk
173.1 NYCC.
Cllr Dadd advised that gas pipes were to be replaced in October and November and the Utility Company responsible were formulating plans at an early date with a public meeting to be held to detail the works.
The traffic calming measure on Norby Front Street was to be removed as it was deemed to be unsafe. Cllr Dadd advised of a prosecution by Trading Standards and the Police.
Cllr Watson noted the bad condition of Gillings Court roadway.
173.2 Hambleton District Council.
The meeting was advised that the Cabinets proposal regarding market stalls was to be examined by Prosperity and Places OSC in the coming week.
174. Matters arising from the Minutes of the Town Council Meeting of 18 January 2010.
174.1. Thirsk Past and Present Website.
Cllr Marshall advised that the website was now re-established using a local company for hosting.
175. Finance.
175.1 Accounts for Payment.
Resolved: that the accounts for payment as at 15 March 2010 be approved and cheques signed.
175.2 Monthly Balance Sheet and Budget Report for February 2010 .
Resolved: that the balance sheet and budget report for February be received at the March
Meeting.
176. Burial Board Report/Applications for Memorials
Cllr Adamson advised that it was intended to hold a Burial Board meeting in the near future.
Resolved: that the applications to erect memorials for Ernest Reginald Harris, Joyce Mary Bumby and William Swallow be approved.
177. Reports.
177.1 Members.
Cllr Roberts noted the condition of the road surface on Long Street following the winter weather.
Cllr Marshall advised that some issues concerning the road surface had previously been raised with Cllr Dadd.
Cllr Marshall reported on requests for information and the Councils adopted practise.
Resolved: That the NYCC be advised of the condition of the road surface on Long Street.
178. On-Going Items.
178.1 Sign – A61/Station Road.
The Clerk advised that confirmation regarding payment for the sign had been sent some time ago to NYCC .
Part II.
(Private session) .
The meeting closed at 8.40pm
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