ITEM 5B – FOOTPATH C50A – SCHOOL LANE

ITEM 8 – ANNUAL PARISH MEETING

ITEM 9 – TRANSPORT AND PARKING – VASL REVIEW

ITEM 12 – ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS – CHAPEL CLOSE

ITEM 13 – WAR MEMORIAL

ITEM 15B – HOUGHTON FIELD ASSOCIATION GRANT

ITEM 15C – HOUGHTON METHODIST CHURCH GRANT

ITEM 19/1 - AND NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN STAKEHOLDER MEETING

ITEM 19/2 - AND STRATEGIC GROWTH PLAN

ITEM 19/4 – NEIGHBOURHOOD PLANNING EVENT

ITEM 19/5 – SILENT SOLDIERS

ITEM 19/6 – DOG FOULING

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ITEM 8 – ANNUAL PARISH MEETING

Speaker Topic

2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Mike Hearn/John Broadband ✓ ✓ ✓ Siddons Huw Francis Queen’s Diamond Jubilee ✓

Hazel McSweeney Houghton ‘Olympic’ Games ✓

Rob Miles St. Catharine’s Church ✓ ✓ • Core Strategy/Local Plan/Neighbourhood ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Plan/Planning issues • Street lighting including LED lights ✓ ✓ ✓

• Public Expenditure ✓ ✓ ✓ • Schools (including funding) and school Simon Galton ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ transport • Waste/recycling/green garden bins ✓ ✓ ✓

• Grass cutting ✓

• Bus service ✓ PC Steve Winn and Safer Neighbourhood Teams ✓ Sergeant Dave Thorley Inspector Phil Durrant, LPU Commander, Basic Command Units ✓

• Village Hall ✓ Ian Hill • Neighbourhood Planning ✓

Trudi Noble LOROS winter walk ✓

Siân Ponting Rural Youth Voice ✓

Steve Goodman Houghton Field Association ✓ ✓

Helen Chadwick Neighbourhood Planning ✓

Tess Nelson, HDC Strategic Planning ✓

John Preston, RCC Neighbourhood Planning ✓

John Siddons Neighbourhood Planning ✓

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 6 ITEM 9 – TRANSPORT AND PARKING – VASL REVIEW

Dear Stephen,

· Do some residents of your parish struggle to get to local shops and services? · Would those residents like to get out and about more? · Would they be willing to share their experiences with us?

If the answer to these questions is YES, then read on …

Voluntary Action South Leicestershire (VASL) is reviewing transport provision and demand in the eastern part of . VASL operates a social car scheme for residents of east Harborough who struggle to use conventional public transport or who are geographically or socially isolated. VASL also provides bookable trips to shopping and other social and leisure activities using its wheelchair-accessible Multi-Purpose Vehicle.

The review aims to identify any unmet need for VASL’s transport services and recommend a way forward to meet those needs.

We are asking parishes with residents who struggle to access the facilities and services they need, to put themselves forward to discuss those issues in detail. We will select parishes which have specific travel needs and whose affected residents would be willing to discuss the issues with us at a local meeting. Travel assistance will be arranged if required, to ensure that affected residents are able to attend.

The project is due to report at the end of March 2018, so we would like to hold meetings between late-February and mid-March 2018 with the selected parishes.

If your parish would like to be considered for inclusion in the study, please respond by return email by Thursday 1st February, with the name of the parish, together with brief details of the particular challenges experienced, e.g. residents affected, destinations they struggle to access, times of day / week when access is difficult, etc. Please also indicate a local venue where a meeting could take place at little or no cost to the project.

We will consider all responses and contact those parishes which have been selected by Thursday 8th February to make the meeting arrangements.

Please feel free to contact me for further information, or contact Maureen O’Malley, VASL Charity Manager, on 01858 439267.

I look forward to hearing from you

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 7 Kind regards Clare Waldron Director STAR Independent Consultants Ltd 07867 871405 On behalf of VASL

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 8 ITEM 12 – ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS – CHAPEL CLOSE

Quotation Reference: M9148

Stephen Derry [Redacted]

16/01/2018

Dear Stephen

Re: Jitty off Chapel Close

Further to me meeting with Ann and Ian today and taking the time to show me the jitty in question. I am pleased to supply the following proposals.

Our aim is to work closely with our clients to form a close working relationship. By doing this we can fully understand your requirements, creating a bespoke solution for exterior Ground Care.

To supply Experienced Operatives and equipment to carry out the following. • To remove all existing shrubs and weeds to. • Laying of new turf to the area as discussed. • Removing all arising from site.

The Cost of the above will be £370.00+vat

I hope the above meets with your approval. Please do not hesitate to give myself a call if you would like to discuss the above proposals in more depth

Assuring you of our best attention at all times.

Yours Sincerely

Adam Bateman Contract Manager

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 9 ITEM 13 – WAR MEMORIAL

Report from War Memorials Trust

Our ref: WM10634

Dear Stephen,

Thank you for getting in touch with my colleague Brogan regarding war memorial. I am grateful for the further photographs and information. There are a couple of issues on the war memorial which could benefit from attention.

Pointing

It is difficult to tell for certain whether the memorial could benefit from repointing because of the biological growth which seems to have grown in the joints. While most biological growth is not harmful, removing this moss should help identify whether repointing is necessary. These can be removed with a spatula or a soft bristle brush. After carrying out this maintenance it should be possible to tell whether any elements of the war memorial need to be repointed.

Inscriptions

Based on the photographs you have supplied, I can see the incised inscriptions on the main face recording the names appear to be in good condition. However, the main challenge is with the raised inscriptions.

Unlike incised inscriptions which can be deepened and sharpened, raised inscriptions are challenging to repair and conserve and it is important that a record is made of these. Unfortunately, in this case they are carved a limestone block which would be challenging to replace or replicate and the most that could be attempted would be to consolidate what remains. As a result, I think it is unlikely that much can be done to improve their legibility and I have updated our War Memorials Online record to reflect this. However, I have also attached our Conservation Contractors should you wish to see if any professionals in the local area will be able to improve this. I would not recommend adding panels to this as it will alter the appearance of the memorial.

I hope the above advice is useful. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Kind regards,

Mr Chris Reynolds

Conservation Officer

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 10 ITEM 15B – HOUGHTON FIELD ASSOCIATION GRANT

Steve,

Thank you for the information on the PC grant.

I attach an invoice for the hedge cutting and trimming from the contractor Brian Goodacre. This is somewhat less than originally estimated as we were lucky enough to have a volunteer who did some of the hand cutting around the pavilion and garages.

If you would confirm to me when the PC has approved transfer from the remaining grant amount to cover this invoice I will let the new committee know.

Thanks

Steve

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Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 12 ITEM 15C – HOUGHTON METHODIST CHURCH GRANT

Hello Steve,

Please will you present the attached account for payment of the 2017 parish precept grant for the Methodist Church to the Parish Council for authorisation of payment.

We are extremely pleased with the work done on the gate. In In the end we got more work done for our money than we expected. It was worth while searching for a really good contractor with a proper forge and appropriate skills.

Not only has the gate been stripped and coated, it was fully galvanised before the coating was applied. Various items of ornamentation have been produced and replaced, as have the lock plates. A new latch has been made and fitted as well.

I was not able to do as much to the lamp as I would have liked. The pyro cable termination in the lantern was rusted and could not be released. There was not sufficient slack to cut and re-terminate the cable so a new section would have had to be spliced in. These are things beyond my skills. However, the bulb holder has been removed, dismantled and restored, the main glass (actually Perspex) ‘windows’ have been removed, cleaned and refitted. A brighter more energy efficient bulb installed. In the long term we would hope to deal with the cable and remove the lantern for a complete overhaul, but As the lantern is made of copper we have no concerns about it resting etc. In the mean time.

Kind regards,

Mike Hearn

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Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 14 From: Stephen Derry Sent: 29 January 2018 10:11 To: 'Mike Hearn' Subject: RE: 2017 Grant.

Mike

Thanks for the information. Your application for release of the grant will be considered at the Parish Council meeting on 8 February. As you know the grant awarded for work on the gate was £460 whereas the invoice is for £720. No doubt you realise that only £460 can be paid. I know that the grant awarded for the automatic light was £200 although the actual cost was £160. You can request the Parish Council to consider paying the £40 towards the gate cost if you want. Please let me know if you want to do this. I cannot of course provide any assurance as to whether Councillors will allow this. I look forward to hearing from you.

Regards

Steve

Hello Steve,

Thank you for your prompt attention to my request.

Yes, we fully understand that £460 is the grant and that only that is payable. We always expect to make a contribution to the grant aided projects from our own resources. On this occasion we hoped to use a contractor who was to small a business to be VAT registered, but there were difficulties in getting him to commit to the work.

If the council feel it is appropriate to transfer the £40.00 underspend from the automatic light to the gate refurbishment, then we will be most grateful.

Kind regards, Mike.

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 15 ITEM 19/1 - NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN STAKEHOLDER MEETING

F.A.O: Houghton on the Hill Parish Council

Dear Sir/Madam

Invitation to Thurnby & Bushby Neighbourhood Plan Stakeholder Meeting

To support the successful development of the Thurnby & Bushby Neighbourhood Plan, the RCC, on behalf of Thurnby & Bushby Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group, would like to invite you or a representative to a meeting of key local stakeholders which is detailed below.

THURNBY & BUSHBY NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN STAKEHOLDER MEETING

6.00pm – 8.00pm (5.45pm sign in) THURSDAY 15th FEBRUARY 2018

HILL COURT COMMUNITY CENTRE, MAIN STREET, BUSHBY, LE7 9NY

The meeting is being held in order to:

• Raise awareness of the Thurnby & Bushby Neighbourhood Plan among key stakeholders

• Identify opportunities and constraints related to the future development and delivery of services, facilities and infrastructure within the designated area

• Contribute to the core evidence base for the Thurnby & Bushby Neighbourhood Plan

• Identify and explore key issues that the Neighbourhood Plan will need to consider

• Help to inform the ongoing consultation and engagement process required to produce the plan

I should be grateful if you would please confirm attendance or otherwise, by close of Friday 9th February 2018 by sending the name and contact details of your

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 16 representative to [email protected] or by calling me on Tel: 0116 2689707. If you are unable to attend we would be grateful if you would complete and return the attached comments form.

Further information can be found at: http://www.harborough.gov.uk/directory_record/2258/thurnby_and_bushby_neighbou rhood_plan

We look forward to meeting with you and value your contribution.

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Kind regards

John

John Preston

Neighbourhood Planning Officer

T: 0116 2689707 M: 07581 028517 E: [email protected]

RCC , 133, Loughborough Road , Leicester , LE4 5LQ

RCC is a trading name of the Rural Community Council (Leicestershire & Rutland) | Registered Charity number 1077645 | Company Registered in and Wales number 3665974 | Registered office: 133, Loughborough Road, Leicester, LE4 5LQ, .

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Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 17 ITEM 19/2 - LEICESTER AND LEICESTERSHIRE STRATEGIC GROWTH PLAN

CPRE Leicestershire invites your Parish Council to send a representative to a free event to hear some concerns about the Leicester and Leicestershire Strategic Growth Plan, LEICESTER & LEICESTERSHIRE 2050, which is out for consultation until 5 April 2018. The Plan can be viewed at: http://www.llstrategicgrowthplan.org.uk/the-plan/stage-two/draft-plan/

Date: Tuesday 20th February

Time: 5.30 – 7pm

Place: Great Glen Village Hall, Main Street, Great Glen, Leicestershire, LE8 9GG.

There will be short presentations from a Campaign to Protect Rural England expert and local politicians and a number of concerned local bodies have been invited to take part. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions. Please reply to this email if you would like to attend this event by Saturday 10th February. For further information please contact [email protected]

Richard Windley

Chair, CPRE Leicestershire

Branch email: [email protected]

Website: cpreleicestershire.org.uk

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 18 ITEM 19/4 – NEIGHBOURHOOD PLANNING EVENT

Community Partnership Chair: Robert Wills Vice Chair: Edward Baines Secretary/Treasurer: Ron Simpson BEM

For the attention of: All Parishes and Neighbourhoods in Leicestershire and Rutland

Dear Parish/Community Colleague,

Exploring the Issues Emerging from Draft Local Plans and Neighbourhood Plans Wednesday February 28th 2018 – The Falcon Hotel, , Rutland LE15 9PY - 10am to 4pm A MHCLG/Locality Funded Invitation

The parish of Uppingham, a government Front Runner with a referendum approved Neighbourhood Plan (www.uppinghamneighbourhoodplan.info), has been invited by MHCLG/Locality to host a further event in its ongoing programme of support for Localism and Neighbourhood Planning. This event is intended to explore the progress being made with Neighbourhood Plans and issues relevant to the relationship between Local Plans, Neighbourhood Plans and Neighbourhood Development Orders. The day will be in the form of an ongoing, participative discussion with guest contributions and live audio/video links to a range of participants. To facilitate maximum participation, delegate numbers will be limited to thirty. Lunch will be provided. What’s happening around the UK with regard to Neighbourhood Plans? What will be the impact of the next generation of Local Plans? Is government still supporting the philosophy and practice of Localism? How do the developers see recent developments at national and local level? Is housing the only concern/priority for parishes? What about the environment, energy, the local economy, education, infrastructure? Want to have your views transmitted back to government?

Join parish and community colleagues from around the UK to discuss these issues and learn from their experiences? Nominations to attend (Not more than two from each parish/neighbourhood please) will be accepted on a first come/first served basis. If more information is required, please contact the Partnership at [email protected] or telephone 01572 495050.

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 19 Regards Ron Simpson Neighbourhood Planning Champion Principal Author – Uppingham Neighbourhood Plan & The Uppingham Town Centre & Business Zones Plan Secretary and Director – Uppingham First

Note: The Falcon Hotel is a listed building in a conservation area in a referendum approved Neighbourhood Plan zone www.falcon-hotel.co.uk The hotel, accessible by public transport, has the facility to recharge the batteries of electric cars and has a small car park. Additional public parking is available nearby. Free wifi is available.

Exploring the Issues Emerging from Draft Local Plans and Neighbourhood Plans

Wednesday February 28th 2018 – The Falcon Hotel, Uppingham, Rutland LE15 9PY - 10am to 4pm

Draft Programme 10.00am Board welcome and introductions 10.15am The day’s objectives 10.30am Planning Policy & N Plans – Where have we got to? 11.15am Refreshments 11.30am Experiences from around the UK – Virtual Guest Contributions 12.30pm Delivering what the country needs – A developer perspective 1.00pm Lunch and networking 2.00pm What might be the impact of new Local Plans? How can LPAs and local communities work better together to ensure positive outcomes? 2.45pm Tea 3.00pm Strengthening the community’s voice – Messages for local and national government 4.00pm Summary and close

Invited physical and virtual guests include LRALC, Locality, CPRE, LPA staff and UK NP Champions

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 20 ITEM 19/5 – SILENT SOLDIERS

To whom it may concern, We wanted to let you know about The Royal British Legion “Silent Soldier” concept which marks the sacrifice of those who fell in the four war years leading up to the Armistice in November 1918. Commemorative events will be held across the United Kingdom during 2018, 100 years after the end of the First World War, and you may wish to join Leicester RBL in remembering those who lost life and limb all those years ago. Silent Soldiers will appear across Leicester as we commemorate the end of WW1. They will appear on buildings, and in gardens, fields, roundabouts and many other places. Companies, and individuals, can join the Nation in remembrance by displaying a Silent Soldier.

• Leicester RBL is sure that British communities will come together in all sorts of different ways to consider and remember the huge sacrifice that so many people made during those war years and the Silent Soldier will be Leicester’s unique tribute – it refers to those who came home “silently”, or did not come home at all.

• The Silent Soldier can be fixed to buildings and walls or stand upright, fixed to posts.

What are the benefits?

• First there are the motivational benefits for directors, managers and staff in knowing that they are advancing a charity which supports and benefits the members of the armed forces communities. You are giving them the security that is essential to them achieving a good quality of life. • There are also tangible commercial benefits available when you decide to be corporate supporters. A visible link with a charity is a unique selling point that can be used to attract more people to your enterprise via your branches, newsletters, web pages and social media. • In many current adverts companies are pledging support to prominent charities as corporate supporters and reaping the benefit of that link through increased business. • A company supporting a charity should provide a positive dividend through new and repeat business from customers. • Demand is already high for the Silent Soldier, to find out more and to reserve a Silent Soldier please do contact us on the numbers shown.

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 21 Prices as follows:

• Company business £250.00 with CPA (Corporate Partnership Agreement – which will show your company name only next to the ‘In Support RBL logo’)

• Individual with CPA £250.00 (Corporate Partnership Agreement – which will show the name of your choice)

• Company no CPA £250.00

• Individual no CPA £100.00

NB: All the above prices include fixtures and fittings and delivery.

Please let me know if you would like more information on the Silent Soldiers and we can get the ball rolling.

Kind regards,

Sophie Dinnie

Agenda 8_2_18 Supporting information 22 ITEM 19/6 – DOG FOULING

Good afternoon, over the past few weeks whilst walking around our village, I have noticed more and more dog mess that owners have failed to pick up. Today I have just walked through the public footpath from Home Close Road to Weir Lane and counted 11 lots of dog mess in a distance of some 200 meters. I would like to know what action the Parish council is taking to stop this from happening.

Regards

[Redacted]

HOTH

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