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MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF TOWN COUNCIL

HELD AT THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON

WEDNESDAY 29th OCTOBER 2014 AT 7.00PM

Present: Councillor Botting Cary Chicken (a) Curwen Frith (Mayor) Hemmerman (Deputy Mayor) King Macqualter Peaks Rudd Smith Stellings Townshend

Clerk to the Meeting Mrs Lesley-Jane Holt

1. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

Apologies were received from Cllr Chicken and Councillor Cary would have to leave at 8.45pm due to work commitments.

2. AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO ADDRESS THE TOWN COUNCIL

There was only one member of the public present and the resident mainly wanted to listen to have a ‘catch up’ on what was going on but mentioned the Barclays Bank closure and publicity regarding shopping early for Christmas in Market Weighton as there was some very good shops in the Town. A representative of the Market Weighton Town Team Partnership said shopping locally would be encouraged.

3. DECLARATIONS OF A PECUNIARY AND NON-PECUNIARY INTERESTS – Members to declare any interest in items on the Agenda and the nature of those interest.

There was a declaration of a non-pecuniary interest by Cllr Rudd (East Riding of Council Trustee for the Children's Centre in Market Weighton) and Cllr Hemmerman (Minster Rail Campaign).

4. WELCOME TO POLICE COMMISSIONER MATTHEW GROVE AND CHIEF INSPECTOR JAMES GLANSFIELD WHO WILL DISCUSS POLICING IN THE AREA AND ANSWER PRE-ARRANGED QUESTIONS

The Mayor welcomed the above Police representatives to the meeting. The Police Commissioner stated he was elected in 2012 to take a good look at Humberside police and identify problems and weaknesses. They were bottom in the comparison tables and needed to know why. The idea was to redesign and reduce funding but still protect neighbourhood policing and reduce the crime rate. He wanted to know if funds were insufficient as there was still a duty to those they serve. There were discrepancies around the number of officers available in the day when the need was four times greater at night and in August there were fewer Police Officers on duty at the busiest time. He discussed the comparison between and some other areas. He believes that despite reducing support staff and police officers (which they have no option to do) they can still keep the area safe but with 1/3 less money. In 4 years time they would run out of money if they continue as they are. A Councillor stated the main problem was that in a rural area the police are not seen because he felt the police concentrate of cities. The Police Commissioner stated the police need to be out and not be in the station as they used to be. The shift system is being changed which would actually mean more police officers on duty. The Chief Inspector said they were busy with towns, working with neighbourhood watch teams, dealing with bogus callers, security issues/checks and looking at risks in rural areas. The idea of a police presence in mobile libraries for instance – getting to where people want

Signed by the Chairman 6799 them and not having to go to stations. The Police Commissioner wanted to get back to ground level with members of the public. Another Councillor stated Market Weighton was not rural like it used to be and had a permanent library rather than a mobile library. The Chief Inspector mentioned the sharing of buildings such as health centre, town council offices where the public come into. The Police Commissioner mentioned the reasons police were sent out and this was being looked into so valuable resources were not spent unnecessarily. A Councillor thought the changes seemed good but wondered what the police thought. The Chief Inspector said there was a close relationship between all police with a common interest. Staff and police are valued and it is appreciated the changes are significant. Terms and Condition, pension and shift changes were all underway. It was thought the main vocation of the police was to serve the public. A Councillor mentioned that in August (stated as being one of the busiest times) six officers were on a road pulling people in to check on seat belts and red diesel. The Chief Inspector stated that by pulling in people for what seemed trivial matters it allowed searches of vehicles as there was a lot of crime which involved coming into a towns and villages and using the road network to leave quickly. Other items mentioned by Councillors and responded to by the Police were; dangerous driving, police response times, public protection, setting targets, mobile paramedics and investigating of crimes. The Mayor thanked the Police for attending and said it would be nice to see the Police more regularly at meetings. A Councillor also asked about the changing of the name from Humberside but the Police informed him that the costs involved, mainly in legal fees, would be millions and it was felt there was more important issues. The Police Commissioner and Chief Constable left the meeting.

5. TO AGREE THE MINUTES OF THE MARKET WEIGHTON TOWN COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY 1st OCTOBER 2014

It was proposed by Cllr Peaks and seconded by Cllr Botting that the previous Minutes be signed as a true and correct record. AGREED.

6. ONGOING MATTERS AND PROGRESS REPORTS – TOWN CLERK

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 The Giant Bradley Room of the Londesborough Hotel had been booked for the Christmas tree light switch on and the buffet booked with the usual contractor (as previously agreed) as the Londesborough always use outside Caterers.

The Clerk also asked if she could attend the SLCC training day at lunch at South Cave on the 9th December at a cost of £20. AGREED.

The Clerk stated the IT Contract was due again. After discussion it was agreed that this be put to the Communications and Events Committee on the 12th November.

All other items on the last minutes had been reported or dealt with and The Clerk thought everything was covered by the meeting or by post items but was happy to answer any queries on the last minutes.

A Councillor asked about the Sandbags at Asda. The Clerk said she would chase up as she had not heard anything.

7. TO CONSIDER CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED BY MARKET WEIGHTON TOWN COUNCIL SINCE THE LAST REGULAR MEETING – 1st OCTOBER 2014

ERYC

1. ERYC CPE – PCNs Visits – September 2014 TC to write to Debbie Swatman and asked how many parking tickets have been handed out for disabled parking spaces in MW. 2. E-Mail re: Footpath at side of Tennis Courts, off Holme Road Currently no public right of way 3. E-Mail re: Temporary Road Closure MW Branch of the Royal British Legion Remembrance Day Parade Sunday 9th Nov 2014 Discussion about Mayor walking/joining part way. AGREED Mayor should walk with procession 4. East Riding Parish News – October 2014 5. Letter from Iain Ferguson – Re: Street Lighting Schemes 2014/2015 New Columns in place

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6. Notes of the M W & Community Partnership meeting on 19th September 7. E-Mail re: Importance of Verges in your Community 8. Polling Info – Places, Stations etc 9. Diary Date: Lord-Lieutenant’s Summer Party. 23rd July 2015. Burton Agnes Hall 10. Ian Beevers, Re: Bin on the Green, Market Weighton Already a recommendation from Planning and Amenities 11. From Cllr Nick Evans, Howdenshire Ward, Re: Market Weighton Library Cllr Rudd to respond 12. Update for Parish Councils – Broadband East Riding Project – October 2014 13. E-Mail from Brad Webster, Re: Market Weighton & Pocklington Local Links Forum 12th November 14. Deed of Surrender – Land off Aspen Close, Market Weighton Signed by the Mayor and Town Clerk and witnessed by Cllrs Hemmerman and Cary 15. Lease of Land off Aspen Close, Market Weighton As number 14 above 16. E-Mail from Brad Webster, Re: Crime & Community Safety Survey 17. E-Mail from Janet Welham, Re: Sancton Hill Community Wind Farm Fund 2014 18. E-Mail from Stuart Allen, Re: Dog fouling Website Page 19. Letter from Traffic & Parking, Re: Sycamore Tree on Finkle Street TC to write and say Cllrs agreeable as they have previously asked for this to be done due to damage to the paths etc 20. E-Mail from Brad Webster, Re: Funds for Community Groups 21. E-Mail from Brad Webster, Re: Halloween and Bonfire Night 2014. (Future of Humberside Police booklet attached)

GENERAL

1. E-Mail from Allotment Association – General Enquiries It was agreed at Planning and Amenities that Cllrs Cary, Townshend, Rudd and Stellings form a working party to look further into this matter 2. Copy of letter sent to Barclays Bank, Re: Closure of MW Branch 3. E-Mail from HWRCC, Re: ‘Village Veg’ Information Sheet 4. Copy of letter sent to Martin Scoble, Chief Exec Police. Copy of e-mail sent to Chief Inspector James Glansfield 5. M W Branch Royal British Legion – Remembrance Sunday Parade & Church Service – Cllrs MF, PH,SK,DR,DP,FT,NB to attend parade - Also passed to agenda item 13 (DONATIONS) 6. HWRCC – 19th Nov 2014, Eastrington Village Hall. New & Inspiring Projects 7. E-Mail from Cllr Rudd, Re: The Coffee Shop on Southgate Discussed 8. SLCC News Bulletin 9. End of Project Evaluation Questionnaire – The Life Centre The Mayor and Consort and Cllr Hemmerman to attend 10. E-Mail from Pocklington Town Council, Re: Invitation. Fallen Heroes 11. E-Mail from Mike Padgett, re: Opposition to the extension of Sancton Hill Windfarm Discussed but shelved until Planning application appears 12. E-Mail, Re: PCC – Response Awaited. Re: Newsletter article and Matthew Grove attending on 29th October 2014 13. Letter from Sandra Thornton of 22 Sandwalk, Re: Tree in Graveyard Agenda item 9 14. Community Hall Committee Meeting Minutes from 13th August 2014 15. Community Hall Committee Meeting Minutes from 10th September 2014 16. Letter from Barclays Bank, Re: Closure 17. Letter from Sir Greg Knight, Re: Barclays Bank 18. E-Mail from Cottingham Parish Council, Re: Next Meeting of East Yorkshire Local Councils. 22nd October, Pocklington Town Council 19. Market Weighton New Surgery – Signage Discussion – Medforth Street sign overgrown by bushes; one sign at Northgate Vale but one needed to direct up Medforth Street. Cllr suggested Dr Apiah could help with transport so TC to put them in touch. Road bad at Northgate Vale reported but TC to chase. End of Skelton Road no dropped kerbs – TC to ask for ‘bobbled’ kerb drop to aid those with sight problems. Currently local contractor has been parking on a dropped kerb at the shops along that area causing concern for buggy users. 20. Letter of thanks for invite to Awards Evening – Fran & David Preston 21. Letter for Donation Request – Minster Rail Campaign Agenda Item 13 - DONATIONS 22. E-Mail from UPS Ltd October Newsletter 23. E-Mail from Barclays, Re: Closure / TSB Meeting 24. Sandersons Solicitors – Proposed Cemetery Extension Letter from Solicitors asked for payment of account sent 7th July. TC had rung secretary on the 17th Oct to state that no account had been received. Signed by the Chairman 6801

25. Letter of Donation Request – Children’s Centre Item 13 - DONATIONS 26. E-Mail from Town Council Re: EYLC 27. E-Mail from Rotary Club of Weighton Wolds Discussed – no signage allowed on ERYC land. It was agreed that the Giant Bradley Way (1079) be suggested for the daffodil planting 28. E-Mail from Environment Agency, Re: Mill Beck Reservoir Art Ceramic Tiles Meeting 7th November at 2pm. DR,DC,MF,FT to attend. 29. E-Mail from Environment Agency, Re: Aspen Park Area / Spillway flooding of the path 30. SLCC – News Bulletin 31. Letter from Greg Knight, Re: Banking in Market Weighton 32. E-Mail from ATCM, Re: Illegal Street Traders 33. E-Mail from Sir Greg Knight Secretary, Re: TSB Bank Meeting 34. ERNLLCA Newsletter 35. Yorkshire & CCS Cross Country Pipeline (link to view) 36. E-Mail re: Road Safety in Market Weighton from Mrs Annette Karen Cartwright TC to write in response 37. E-Mail from Living Springs, Re: End of Project Celebration & Volunteers Appreciation Party 38. Safeguarding Adults at Risk of Harm Raising Awareness poster 39. E-Mail from Town Council, Re: Gala Evening. 15th November, Hessle Town Hall 40. ERNLLCA – Advance Notice of ERNLLCA Office Closure

8. TO DISCUSS INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSSIBLE REPLACEMENT OF THE MWTC HANDYMAN’S VAN (Working Party Report)

There had been a meeting that afternoon and a test drive of an Isuzu had taken place by the Handyman. The options had only been received this evening at 6.30 so it had not been possible to print all the information for the meeting but Cllr King read them out. After discussion it was Proposed by Cllr King and seconded by Cllr Cary that MWTC opt for a 5-year lease (including maintenance) of an Isuzu D-Max 2.5TD 4x4 Extended Cab at a monthly rental (3 + 59) of £188.96 plus £34.72 for maintenance - making £671.04 up front and £223.68 per month (both + VAT which the Council will reclaim in full) as per quotation (No: 10116078). AGREED. It was further AGREED to accept an offer of £1250+VAT (£1500) for the existing vehicle.

The Council decided not to include a wrap-over heavy duty liner or tow bar with single electrics within the lease, but to purchase these fitted as separate items (liner £354.00 and tow bar £442.80) together with an aluminium ladder rack/guard (£315.00 +VAT). Vehicle to be a solid colour (white) for delivery in early- December but would be prepared to accept a metallic colour (but not green) if this meant earlier delivery and was of benefit to Glews to fill their quota for October/November - as long as the price was the same as for the solid colour.

9. TO DISCUSS THE HOLME ROAD CEMETERY (including the proposed cemetery extension)

A letter received from a resident living close to the Cemetery was read out. The letter requested the cutting of a large common lime on the boundary of the cemetery. After discussion the Clerk was asked to write and allow the resident to cut any overhanging branches which need not be returned to the Council. The Cemetery Attendant was to be asked to remove any greenery and shoots around the base of the tree and also remove the rubbish heap near the railings which contained nettles. Councillors did not wish to fell or even part fell healthy trees but the cemetery attendant would be asked to prune over the winter period. The Clerk was also asked to enquire if the Cemetery Attendant would help with the putting up of stalls on the occasion of the monthly market.

10. TO CONSIDER RECOMMENDATIONS FROM COMMITTEE MEETINGS HELD SINCE REGULAR MEETING ON 1st OCTOBER 2014

Planning and Amenities Meeting 15th October 2014 at 7pm

Recommendations to Full Council were as follows:

 That a building surveyor be requested to look at the cemetery house and office building to give professional advice before 3 or 4 local contractors be asked to quote to get the work done Proposed Cllr Peaks Seconded Cllr Townshend AGREED Signed by the Chairman 6802

 That the Electromagnetic Archaeological Survey in the cemetery takes place at a cost of £200 Proposed Cllr Rudd Seconded Cllr Macqualter AGREED

 That Market Weighton Town Council purchase a replacement bin for the Green but ask the East Riding to reimburse the amount when funds are available or put a bin in another area and that the Clerk check with East Riding if the handyman could install the bin on the Green in order to save the installation amount (this subject to funding not being available from Community Funds). AGREED

 That the Penny Barron boards should be placed on the Market Car Park and at Langlands using funding which was acquired from WARP and in reserves AGREED

Personnel Meeting 22nd September 2014 at 7.30pm

Recommendations to Full Council were as follows:

 that after listening to opinions and taking advice through the Chairman that no changes be made to the current office staffing levels but the situation to be closely monitored and reported on again if this should be necessary. 3 against 9 for AGREED  that the Council Offices close on Tuesday 23rd December 2014 at 5pm and re-opens at 9.00am on Monday 5th January 2015 for the Christmas holidays AGREED

11. TO RECEIVE AND SIGN REQUESTS FOR GRAVE RESERVATIONS

There were no requests for a grave reservation.

12. TO RECEIVE FINANCIAL REPORTS

MARKET WEIGHTON TOWN COUNCIL PAYMENTS 2014/2015

DATE CREDITOR NAME DETAILS TOTAL 06.10.14 ERYC Lease for land for play area off Aspen Close 54.00 28.10.14 Park Lane Services Play Area Inspection - WMPF - 10th October 30.00

15.10.14 Minster Cleaning Services October Invoice £245.66 22.10.14 ERPF October Pensions £1,363.00 22.10.14 HMRC Tax & National Insurance October £930.58 25.10.14 MWTC Staff October Wages £4,481.08

06.10.14 ERYC - Council Tax 15 Sandwalk 136.00 06.10.14 ERYC - Council Tax 2 Linegate 54.00 08.10.14 JRB Enterprise Ltd 4000 Dog Bags £69.24 13.10.14 Orange Handyman Mobile £12.61 28.10.14 Mr Carl Jones Window Cleaner £30.00 28.10.14 Yorkshire Water 15 Sandwalk £30.00

02.10.14 MW Farm Supplies Handyman Supplies 147.91 02.10.14 KF Supplies Handyman Supplies 89.64 07.10.14 Moore Bros Welded Railings at WMPF 42.00 22.10.14 Compact Plant Services Ltd Hire of Mini Excavator 8th Sept 72.00 27.10.14 Market Weighton Mowers Protector Assembly for strimmer 39.70

Signed by the Chairman 6803 03.10.14 BE Fuelcards Fuelcard 25.93 10.10.14 BE Fuelcards Fuelcard 25.26 13.10.14 Peter Hemmerman Travel Expenses 13.20 13.10.14 D Metcalfe Travel Expenses 6.60 24.10.14 BE Fuelcards Fuelcard 115.58

10.09.14 Supplies Copier Paper 31.08 10.09.14 XYZ Printers 2750 Newsletters 544.00 17.09.14 Supplies Copier Paper, Black Bags, Disinfectant, Keyboard 51.81 26.09.14 The Big Sign Company 10 Market Signs, 1 x Arch Sign 234.00 06.10.14 Supplies Stationery, Toilet Roll, Tissues, Laminating Pouches 22.29 14.10.14 1st Boys Brigade Delivery of Newsletter 150.00 16.10.14 Big Sign Company 2 x Market Banners 100.80 16.10.14 Big Sign Company 2 x supply & fit interp boards. 1 x replace graphic on board (funded) 394.80

16.10.14 Poppy Appeal Organisers Donation for Wreath 18.50 20.10.14 Mr Robert Metcalfe Donation - voluntary work on market. 18.10.14 20.00

14.10.14 A A Bowman Two way Hedge cutting at Allotments 82.80 15.10.14 C G Dyson & Son Engraving of Trophies 83.00 22.10.14 Country Fayre Buffet for Awards Evening x 57 people 427.50 Morton Training Services 22.10.14 Ltd First Aid Course for Dave D Metcalfe 93.00 24.10.14 YHRTP Training Support for Town Clerk 300.00

30.09.14 Asda Sugar / Coffee 3.79 01.10.14 Co-op Milk 1.10 06.10.14 Co-op Milk 1.10 07.10.14 Post Office Stamps 6.36 10.10.14 Co-op Mik 1.10 14.10.14 Tesco Wine - Awards Evening 83.72 15.10.14 Post Office Stamps 12.72 16.10.14 Co-op Milk 1.10 16.10.14 Co-op Coffee 3.74 17.10.14 Asda Wine - Awards Evening 25.50 21.10.14 Co-op Milk 1.10 21.10.14 Asda Fairy Washing Up Liquid 1.00 27.10.14 Co-op Milk 1.10 29.10.14 Asda Tea Bags & Sugar 2.50

27.10.14 C G Dyson & Son Key cut for Mayor 4.50

TOTAL: 10718.00

RECEIPTS 2014/2015 DATE CREDITOR NAME DETAILS TOTAL 01.10.14 Layton & Son Burial - Pamela Chambers 552.20 06.10.14 Sue Humble Use of Market Plot x 13 weeks 104.00 08.10.14 Mr Hotham Burial Plot Reservation 138.05 09.10.14 Cllr Frith Payment for graffiti cover on wall at Indian 20.00

Signed by the Chairman 6804 13.10.14 Cllr Hemmerman Payment for Curry Night 40.00 16.10.14 Mr & Mrs Hastings Payment for Curry Night 40.00 20.10.14 MWTC 18th Market 140.00 20.10.14 Cllr Cary & Town Clerk Donation for Wine - Awards Evening 10.00 21.10.14 Mr D W Gemmell Donation for Raffle tickets for Curry Night 10.00 22.10.14 J Rotherhams Headstone Inscription - Sutcliffe 25.30 23.10.14 Mr A Cooper Payment for Curry Night 40.00 23.10.14 Mr Hall Payment for Curry Night 40.00 24.10.14 J Rotherhams Headstone Inscription - Valerie Hobson 25.30 24.10.14 Mr Spare Payment for Curry Night 40.00 29.10.14 Northern Grid Wayleave - WMPF, Aspen Close, High Street 17.12

1241.97

The member of the public left the room so the Clerk could read out the balances on the accounts. Cllr Hemmerman asked why the figures were not publicised and it was agreed this had been historical. Ernllca was to be asked if this was necessary. Accounts AGREED.

13. REQUESTS FOR DONATIONS

The following requests were received: Minster Rail Campaign – Proposed by Cllr Peaks and seconded by Cllr Stellings that £25 be sent AGREED (7 for 5 against) The Children’s Centre for a Xmas Party – Proposed by Cllr Hemmerman and seconded by Cllr Peaks that £25 be sent AMENDEDMENT Proposed by Cllr Rudd and seconded by Cllr Townshend that £50 be sent. AGREED (6 for 5 against 1 abstension) Royal British Legion for Band on Remembrance Sunday – Proposed Cllr King and seconded by Cllr Peaks that £100 is sent. AGREED.

14. FORTHCOMING EVENTS DIARY AND REPORTS FROM LAST MEETING

The events diary was passed to all showing visits done and to be done by the Mayor. Correspondence addressed to the Mayor will be put in the tray in the Chambers as requested. Any items intended for inclusion on the events diary should be sent to the Town Clerk. Any invites not addressed directly will automatically be included before sending on and only marked ‘not attending’ where appropriate. The Deputy Mayor will be asked to attend events if the Mayor is unable to.

15. TO CONSIDER PLANNING APPLICATIONS

DC/14/03202/PLF Mr M Leak, 32 Springdale Road, Market Weighton, , YO43 3JT

Description: Erection of single storey extension to front, single extension to rear following demolition of existing conservatory and alterations and extension to existing dormer window including Juliet balcony.

Location: 32 Springdale Road Market Weighton YO43 3JT

Level: Delegated

WHILST MWTC HAVE NO OBJECTIONS TO THIS BUILD THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE A CONDITION ADDED: THAT THERE SHOULD BE NO SKIPS OR MATERIALS STORED ON THE STREET ESPECIALLY OVERNIGHT 29/10/2014

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DC/14/03247/PLF Mr & Mrs N Thompson, 10 Pasture Close, Market Weighton, York, YO43 3QQ

Description: Erection of two storey extension to side and single storey extension to front following demolition of existing garage, creation of additional parking following partial removal of existing front lawn and installation of double timber gates to side

Location: 10 Pasture Close Market Weighton East Riding of Yorkshire YO43 3QQ

Level: Delegated

WHILST MWTC HAVE NO OBJECTIONS TO THIS BUILD THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE A CONDITION ADDED: THAT THERE SHOULD BE NO SKIPS OR MATERIALS STORED ON THE STREET ESPECIALLY OVERNIGHT 29/10/2014 ______

16. TO RECEIVE PLANNING DETERMINATIONS

DC/14/02131/PLF Mr & Mrs Bishop, 8 Hill Rise Drive, Market Weighton, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO43 3JZ

Full Planning Permission: Erection of single storey extension to rear with alterations to existing garage to create pitched roof and construction of pitched roof over porch to front.

Location: 8 Hill Rise Drive Market Weighton East Riding of Yorkshire YO43 3JZ

ERYC GRANTED SUBJECT TO THREE CONDITIONS MWTC RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THIS APPLICATION – 06.08.14

DC/01544/PLF Mr Stuart Huzzard, Aspen Farm, Cliffe Road, Holme on Spalding Moor, YO43 4EB

Full Planning Permission: Erection of a building and change of use with land to light industrial use and improvements to existing road access

Location: Land East of Swanvale Veterinary Centre York Road Market Weighton East Riding of Yorkshire YO43 3EE

ERYC GRANTED SUBJECT TO THIRTEEN CONDITIONS MWTC HAVE NO OBJECTION TO THIS APPLICATION – 10.07.14

APPEAL

DC/13/03864/PLF Appellant: Charles Ward Homes

Proposal: Erection of 5 dwellings with associated access. Signed by the Chairman 6806

Location: 56 Holme Road Market Weighton East Riding of Yorkshire YO43 3EP

ERYC REFUSED DUE TO ONE CONDITION

MWTC RECOMMEND APPROVAL BUT WOULD STATE THEY FEEL NO BUILD SHOULD TAKE PLACE UNLESS THERE IS AN UPGRADE OF THE TOWNS SEWERAGE/DRAINAGE SYSTEM AND THAT ALL PROPERTIES ARE LINKED DIRECTLY TO THE SEWERAGE WORKS - 08/01/14

APPEAL DECISION: DISMISSED ______

17. TO DISCUSS ANY RELEVANT COMMITTEE AND COMMUNITY ISSUES

Cllr Rudd: All invited to the ERYC Budget Conference on the 20th November at 10am at the Beverley Leisure Centre where you can give your views on how the budget should be spent.

Cllr Cary: Mentioned signage to the new Doctors Surgery. Asked how many newts were found on the site of the roundabout build – this was discussed briefly but the number is unknown. Hall and Featherstone were complemented on how their premises now looked – a good job had been done. There was also a question about the Lloyds Bank but it was said that they were now split from TSB but were still at Pocklington.

Cllr Curwen: Mentioned that the British Legion seat was now in place with plaques. Councillors were informed that a Letting Agency with flat above was being put where the old computer shop had been next to Hall and Featherstone – application to be put in for a change of use. It was thought this would make a difference to that area.

Cllr Stellings: Stated that the first engineer meeting regarding the new roundabout had taken place now the newts were gone – they had been put back to the pond area further down the road. Work would begin with the clearing of the site around the third week in November. Cllr Stellings explained the process of road closures and stoppages that would take place over the period. Cllr Stellings mentioned the market and gave his opinions on staffing this. It was agreed that this could be discussed in Communications and Events if necessary.

Cllr Townshend: Passed information for any blue badge holders. People are no longer notified when they need to renew. Another Councillor said this was the same for bus passes – you have to check the renewal date yourself. The Clerk asked Cllr Townshend about the Charity Xmas Forms as people had been in requesting them.

18. DATE OF NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF MARKET WEIGHTON TOWN COUNCIL

The next Meeting of Market Weighton Town Council will be held on Wednesday 26th November 2014 at 7.00pm in the Council Chamber.

There being no further business to discuss the Mayor thanked Members for their attendance and declared the Meeting closed at 9.56pm.

Signed by the Chairman