LLANGYNWYD LOWER COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Minutes of the Meeting held on Wednesday 25 th . October 2107 in the Philip Squire Community Centre
Present :- Councillor Martyn Jones – Chairman
Councillors :- Ann Webber ; Jean Faulkner ; Iris Hill ; Judith Morgan
17.10.1 Apologies for Absence
Were received from Councillors Derwyn Davies and June Roberts
17.10.2 Declarations of Interest
To be raised as they occur
17.10.3 Police Matters
Burned Out Cars
The Clerk reported that the PCSO had informed him , after being contacted, that the matter was being investigated and there was ‘nothing suspicious’. Members were dissatisfied with Police action in this matter as they did not respond to a 999 call reporting a car on fire (although the Fire Brigade did) and took no action until a neighbour waved down a patrol car. The Chairman confirmed he was seeing the Inspector in charge of Neighbourhood Policing and would raise the matter with him.
Action. Chairman
17.10.4 Discussion with Mr.James Radcliffe, Borough Councillor
Mr. Radcliffe did not attend and there was no apology. The Clerk was asked to let Mr. Radcliffe know of Members disappointment.
Action. Clerk
17.10.5 Minutes of the Meeting held on Wednesday 27th . September 2017
Were read and agreed to be a true record. Proposed by Councillor Iris Hill and seconded by Councillor Judith Morgan.
17.10.6 Matters Arising
17.9.3 a) Invitation to Mr.James Radcliffe, the Clerk had telephoned and followed with a confirmatory email.
17.9.3 b) Neighbourhood Policing – see 17.10.3
17.5.14 c) Dropped Kerbs. The Clerk had sought permission to have the work done. However, BCBC refused stating that such work must be done by themselves or an approved company.
17.5.14 d) Notice Boards. The board at the shop had been repaired, thanks given to Councillor June Roberts for organising this work.
17.7.9 (3) Daffodil Bulbs. Councillor Hill had planted some but many remained.
Action. Councillors Martyn Jones and Derwyn Davies
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17.7.9 The Clerk had emailed Highways.
17.9.9 (1) Telephone Box. The Clerk had now found the appropriate site and would contact BT.
Action. Clerk
17.9.9 (2c) Rubbish at 6 , Box Terrace .This had been inspected by BCBC who felt they could take no action. They suggested referral to Natural Resources Wales.
17.9.9 (3a) Cherry Trees. Councillor Hill tabled a quote to do this work. Thought to be expensive and the matter was deferred.
17.9.9 (3a) Roads on the Estate. Email dispatched.
17.9.9 (3b) Water in the Park. Email dispatched and a reply that it would be looked at.
17.9.9 (5) a) Culvert in Park. The Clerk to inform Parks.
Action . Clerk
Culverts adjacent to Kissing Gate and Pyllau – not yet examined.
Action. Councillors Martyn Jones and Derwyn Davies
17.10.7 Correspondence
1.Clerks and Councils Direct – tabled and noted
2. Quote from HRD re dropped kerbs
3. Brochure from Cardiff Conservation Volunteers offering to do work at a cost of £150 per project. Councillor Faulkner suggested litter picking between Coytrahen and Tondu. Members thought this would be dangerous. Brochure to be kept on file.
4. Bridgend Carers. Request for donation, after discussion it was agreed to give £25. Proposed by Councillor Iris Hill and seconded by Councillor Jean Faulkner.
Resolved. That £25 be donated to Bridgend Carers Centre
Action. Clerk
17.10.8 Biomass Review
In the absence of the Borough Councillor the Chairman agreed to refer the matter.
Action. Chairman
17.10.9.Finance a) The Clerk tabled an up to date Financial statement. This was discussed and agreed. b) A cheque sent to Awen Trust had been lost and not cashed, the Clerk will cancel the cheque and raise another.
Action. Clerk
17.10.10 Reports from Members
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1. Councillor Judith Morgan a) The survey requested of BCBC reported that there is no problem with trees between Coytrahen and Llangynwyd. b) Biomass. She was increasingly concerned about a lack of action.
2. Councillor Jean Faulkner a) Footpath to rear of Coytrahen House. Clerk to ask Gareth White to have a look.
Action. Clerk b) Pavement to Tondu.The Chairman will refer.
Action. Chairman c) A4063. The Chairman will refer.
Action. Chairman
3. Councillor Martyn Jones a) Community Asset Transfer of Playing Field.
He had met with Mr. Guy Smith BCBC and the following points were made/discussed :-
i) Any use must be for recreational purposes ii) The Community Council can determine the length of the lease iii) Terms and Conditions – must be kept as an open green space ; for recreation and kept to a reasonable standard iv) There would be no obligation to promote sports facilities v) Questions arose about Community Centre Grant vi) Need for joint approach from the Community Council and the Association vii) The obligation to allow public access and the effect on Public liability Insurance and possibly Building insurance viii) Possibility of sub letting to a sports club ix) Financial support from BCBC unlikely x) Grants could be sought to improve site
The Chairman suggested a joint meeting with the Association at the next Council Meeting.Suggested we start early and meet the Association Members at 7pm.
Action. Clerk b) Remembrance Sunday
He reminded Members that the Annual Service would be held in Aberkenfig on Sunday 12 th . November at 10.45am.
17.10.11 Date and Time of Next Meeting
Wednesday 29 th . November 2017 at 6pm.
There being no other business the Chairman closed the Meeting at 8.10pm.
Signed ______Chairman Date 29 th . November 2017
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