Minutes from 02.07.2020
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KIRKBY ON BAIN PARISH COUNCIL
Minutes of the remote meeting held on Thursday 2nd July 2020 at 7:00pm via Zoom.
Present: With Councillor Briscombe in the Chair there were also present councillor(s) Stones, Saunders and Midgley. County Councillor Patricia Bradwell and District Councillor Craig Leyland.
Apologies: Councillor Arden
Public: There were no members of public present.
17. Election of Chairman, signing of declaration of acceptance of office
Councillor Midgley proposed that councillor Briscombe be elected as Chairman for 2020-2021 seconded by Councillor Stones and RESOLVED. Councillor Briscombe accepted and will sign the declaration of acceptance of office.
There were no other nominations.
18. Chairman’s remarks – The chairman welcomed the new councillor Mick Saunders to the council and introduced him to all whom where present, the council look forwards to working with Mr. Saunders as he is all ready proving to be a very active member.
19. Apologies for absence and reasons given. – Resignation received and accepted from councillor Tydeman. Apologies revived and accepted from councillor Arden.
20. To receive declarations of interest under the Localism Act 2011 – being any pecuniary interest in agenda items not previously recorded on Members’ Register of Interests and any written requests for dispensation – There were none.
21. Notes of meeting held on Thursday 28th May 2020 to be approved as minutes and signed by the Chairman.
It was:-
Proposed by Councillor Stones and Seconded by Councillor Briscombe and RESOLVED by all that the notes be approved as minutes and signed by the chairman.
22. To receive reports from outside bodies
a) County Councillor Patricia Bradwell reported that the issues with the junction opposite the pub have been reported to the highways manager and he will get an officer to attend at some point to see what can be done. She also reported that she has spoken with highways about the sand and gravel pits but the officer is currently in the middle of a move but he has found the original planning application and when he gets time he is going to see what condition where originally on the application in regards to the HGV’S accessing the site. Councillor Bradwell said she will continue to keep the council updated on the issues. She also reported that there are some new community gangs dealing with items like verge repairs, cleaning of village signs, unblocking soak aways and moss on pavements. The council where asked to email the clerk if they knew of any of these issues in the area and then the parish council could be added to the list and they will come to the village when they have the opportunity.
b) District Councillor Craig Leyland reported that ELDC are handling the task of coming out of lockdown and the implications. He reported that the strategic alliance with Boston Borough council has been approved in the long run this will save the councils funds. The
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government are providing funding for councils which have had a revenue loss from the pandemic but he is unsure on how much this will be, ELDC have lost 5-7 million in revenue from items like car parks parking charges they are well placed to manage the loss financially but the funds from the government will provide much needed help. Councillor Leyland updated the council that the Pig Farm is a permitted development of agricultural land. The council can report the signs which have been erected via Highways as these are the only issue he can see. Councillor Leyland has tired to contact the owners of the farm but was unable to get in touch with them. Councillor Stones told the council that there is a public footpath within the field but this would need reporting to county if there are any issues with access. Councillor Leyland told the council that from an environmental point of view with the potential smell this needs to reach a certain point before they can do anything. If the council thinks there is an issue they must report it.
c) Police – Not present, no report given.
23. Community Speed Watch Data – Moved to next council meeting.
24. Village sign – Moved to next council meeting.
25. To discuss any Planning applications
a) Ref: S/094/00826/20 – Beagle Barn, Acrelea, Roughton Road. Planning permission for the erection of a 3 bay garage and guest accommodation. The council objected to this application as it has a history of being refused as it was not in character with the area and there could be a problem with the proximity of the river.
26. To report any highways issues
a) The council reiterated the junction near the pub and concerns for safety to councillor Bradwell and she agreed to keep the council updated on this issue.
b) Councillor Midgley reported the pot hole on main road which is still an issue.
27. The co-option of any potential candidates present – There were none.
28. Finances:
a) Bank Balance and signing of Statements – The clerk informed the council that the bank balance as of the 22nd June is £12,582.03.
B) Payments required:-
i. S. Kulwicki – Wages for end of May and June- £227.40
ii. HMRC Tax (deducted from wages) - £46.60
iii. A. Jackson (grass cutting) - £315.00
It was:-
Proposed by Councillor Stones and Seconded by Councillor Saunders and RESOLVED by all that the above payments are approved and be duly paid.
29. Clerks correspondence – The clerk told the council that all correspondence received is sent via email and she will continue to keep the council updated on what comes in.
30. The next meeting is scheduled for 3rd September 2020 via Zoom unless the school hall is available. The clerk was asked to add broadband and mains sewerage to the next agenda.
The meeting closed at 7:40pm
Signed by Chairman: …………………………0003.09.2020