Chairman: Councillor Barry Frenchman

Clerk: Mrs L Compton 12 Olde Forde Close Northants NN6 9XF

Tel/Fax 01604-880727 Email: sprattonpc@tiscali co.uk

Minutes of a Meeting of Spratton Parish Council Held on Tuesday 17th June 2014 in the Village Hall, School Road, Spratton at 7.30 pm

Present: Cllrs Barry Frenchman (Chairman), Tim Forster (Vice-Chairman), John Hunt, Fiona Keable, Rachel Baillie, Michael Heaton and Jay Tindale – 7 members

In attendance: 3 members of the public

21.14 PUBLIC FORUM Members of the public and press are invited to address the Council at its Open Forum from 7.30 pm to 7.45 pm There were 3 members of the public in attendance who were awaiting the update on the Neighbourhood Plan. 22.14 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Cllr Frenchman proposed acceptance of apologies from Cllr Blowfield, Cllr Ruaraidh-McDonald Walker and Cllr Pacey, seconded by Cllr Heaton and resolved to be approved by Parish Council. 23.14 RESOLUTION TO SIGN AND APPROVE MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL MEETING OF PARISH COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY 4TH JUNE 2014 (previously circulated) – Cllr Frenchman proposed approval of the minutes, seconded by Cllr Heaton and resolved to be approved by Parish Council. 24.14 MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES AND CLERK UPDATE REPORT (if any) – For Information only a) First Responders (209.13 b April Minutes) – to receive an update from Cllr Baillie – after some discussion and clarification that First Responders is part of the Ambulance Service and involves training people to be respond to 999 calls and not the same as the free HeartStart training which is a free 2 hour Emergency First Aid Course, Cllrs Baillie and Keable kindly agreed to look into both further and report back. Cllr Keable to write content for the next newsletter. b) Financial Risk Management Policy (215.13 h) – this will now be revised by Resources Committee by 31st July 2014 (together with the Financial Regulations)

25.14 MEMBERS’ DECLARATION OF INTEREST/DISPENSATION REQUESTS for relevant items on the agenda There were none.

26.14 NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN - Project Manager: Councillor Michael Heaton a) Update – It was reported that:- 1. Awards for All end of grant Report – this has been submitted. b) Draft Plan – To discuss Councillors observations on the Draft Plan (of which hard copies were distributed at the meeting on 15 April). There had only been 1 response back on the plan so far. Cllr Heaton kindly agreed to meet with new Cllr Keable and run through Spratton NP and its background to bring her up to speed. Cllr Heaton proposed that Navigus Planning Consultants should attend the next meeting and that the Project Manager would circulate a recommendation for a site choice to be included in Spratton Neighbourhood Plan prior to the meeting on 15th July 2014, seconded by Cllr Frenchman and resolved by Parish Council. It was acknowledged that the additional analysis undertaken by Cllr Baillie would be useful when making the final recommendation. Action: Clerk to bring forward, Site Recommendation and Adoption of the Spratton Neighbourhood Plan to the full council meeting on 15th July 2014 to which all Councillors should attend.

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c) The matrix of benefits for each site (previously circulated) Parish Council to discuss and make resolution. Fully deliverable community benefits comparison Site 1 Site 2 Deliverable new relief/link road to – note 1  Safe pedestrian route to village – note 2   Land to be given to parish to provide an extension to East View Cemetery  Land to be given to Primary School for additional play area (rear)  Parking for East View Cemetery  Parking for teachers and drop-off point ‘below’ school  Improve drainage to Primary School playing field  Land to the east of Site 1, including *balancing water area, to be gifted  Water to East View Cemetery  Note 3 *Also known as an Attenuation Pond 1. Based on feed-back from the Hall School 2. Promoters have made proposals which will meet Highways standards 3. This has been offered but is subject to access across the Recreation Ground Other benefit(s) sought by parishioners, not at present deliverable Link road to Hall School 92% After some discussion, Cllr Heaton proposed acceptance of the matrix of benefits, seconded by Cllr Frenchman, voted on and resolved to be approved by Parish Council.

d) Observations from the Spratton Hall School Governor’s meeting on 10th June 2014 – to receive, discuss and make resolution. The Clerk reported that Spratton Hall School had asked for the letter itself not to be in the public domain, but the summary of the letter could be reported. The Parish Council considered the Governors letter dated 12th June 2014 and noted that:- 1. In their letter, the Governors stated that “it would be preferable to the School if neither scheme were approved as they compromised the security of the School site”. 2. They considered that a relief road across the Gaywoods Site (Site 2 – Mulberry) was “unworkable” from their perspective. 3. Whilst there would be security implications for an access from the Sale Site (Site 1), “this would be the preferable option, if development is indeed to take place at all”. e) Navigus Planning Journal – Parish Council to discuss issues raised and make resolution as to any action needed. Cllr Heaton proposed that there was no action needed, seconded by Cllr Frenchman and resolved by Parish Council. f) Cllr A Chantler – Neighbourhood Planning Champion, email received:- “I have always been led to believe that Neighbourhood Plans cannot be used to prevent or even limit development. The government keep telling us that there is a housing shortage crisis so we must not do anything to restrict the building of much needed housing. This view is yet further strengthened by this statement extracted from a very recent advisory document prepared for government: "whilst communities should have a say in planning, they should not be able to veto new homes in a time of severe shortage". Parish Council to discuss and agree any action. After some discussion, Cllr Heaton proposed that no response or action was necessary, seconded by Cllr Frenchman and resolved by Parish Council.

27.14 RESOURCES COMMITTEE – Chair: Councillor Michael Heaton a) Update (if any) – there was nothing further to report. b) Internet Banking – to consider amending Parish Council regulations to use internet banking. The Clerk had requested model Internal Controls, Financial Regulations and Risk Assessment from the NCALC Internal Auditor, these had not yet been received (as they were being in the process of re-drafting). After some discussion, Cllr Heaton proposed that this matter should be investigated further by the Clerk and Resources Committee. Action: Clerk to organise Resources Committee meeting prior to the next meeting of Parish Council. c) Application for assistance from Hopscotch Pre-School (papers previously circulated) – to discuss and make resolution. Cllr Frenchman reported that Hopscotch Pre-School were sadly being evicted from the Village Hall with effect from 31st July 2014 due to non-payment of hall fees and no prospect of the fees being paid. The assistance being applied for was revenue funding as opposed to purchase of equipment (which the Parish Council had previously supported Hopscotch with). After some discussion, Cllr Heaton proposed responding that the Parish Council are unable to help in this instance, seconded by Cllr Frenchman and unanimously resolved by Parish Council. Action: Clerk to send letter (reviewing with Resources Committee Chairman) along the lines “Thank you for your application and business plan, unfortunately Parish Council has limited funds for grants and does not grant aid for revenue funding. We can help by referring you to alternative funding streams.” A request also to be made that the storage trollies brought by the Parish Council for the Village Hall to be used by Hopscotch are emptied and remain in the Village Hall.

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d) Projects 1. WW1 Commemoration i. Location of Event – It was reported that this event is planned to be within the grounds of Spratton Hall School, due to the availability of Hunter Hall (so the event can still go ahead in inclement weather), which a vital resource for the event (large enough grounds to have a marquee to house the plane). Unfortunately, the Recreation Field was not big enough. Mr Heaton (Representative of the History Society) has a meeting with them on Monday to ensure they are on side with the arrangements. ii. Funding - to report that grants have been obtained from £1,000 from NCC and £500 DDC (from 2015/16 budget – 90% certain), £500 donation from Parish Council (set aside in budget). There will be a shortfall of approximately £10,000 for this event with the current project plan. To discuss suggestion from Spratton Local History Society (Cllr Heaton) that the shortfall will be made up as from other grant opportunities and pledges from individuals. It was also reported that the Community Foundation might be able to donate £5000. See point iii for resolution. iii. Joint Project? Although this was a joint project with the Parish Council, as the Awards for All grant application was un-successful, it has been proposed that the project should be run by the History Society with support from the Parish Council. To discuss and make resolution. The Clerk informed that any additional projects would have an impact on Clerk hours, Audit Costs (if grant monies are paid into the SPC account) and that any project undertaken would need a full project plan and Risk Assessment. After some discussion, Cllr Heaton proposed that the project should be run by the History Society with support e.g. grant and assistance with publicity from the Parish Council. Cllr Frenchman suggested that the Parish Council hire the marquee for the event. The RFO informed that this could only be done if the Parish Councils own funds were used which would mean an additional contribution from SPC (£500 grant had already been approved in the budget, subject to receipt of a grant application form). Action: Cllr Heaton to inform History Society

iv. Paving Slab for Rhodes-Moorhouse – The image of the slab was circulated prior to the meeting together with a suggestion for it to be sited in the Millennium Garden area. Parish Council to discuss siting of paving slab and make resolution. After some discussion, Cllr Heaton proposed acceptance of the suggestion to install the slab within the Millennium Garden

e) Bank Balances – Parish Council resolution to approve. BANK ACCOUNTS (as at 30th May 2014) Community A/C £200.00 Reserve A/C £57,900.12

TOTAL £58,100.12

f) Income received for March 2014 – The following was reported:- 03/06/2014 DIGNITY (ANN BONHAM & SON) Burial A E Armstrong 55 £286.00

g) Receipts and Payments/Cash Book Summary report and Bank Reconciliation (previously circulated)– Parish Council resolution to approve. Cllr Frenchman proposed approval, seconded by Cllr Heaton and resolved to be approved by Parish Council.

h) Payment of invoices for May/June 2014 (see below), plus any additional payments Parish Council resolution to approve DATE PAYEE DETAILS CHQ AMOUNT VAT ACCOUNT POWER Previously NO. TO PAY 17/06/2014 J TINDALE Paintbrushes for 2723 34.43 Pocket Park GPC LGA 1972 s143 and Painting pocket park Open (£4.66) plus sundry Spaces Act items for Pocket Park 1906 s9 opening (£29.77) 17/06/2014 MERLAND COPY Printing of June 2724 472.66 Newsletter GPC LGA 1972 SHOP LTD Newsletter s142 17/06/2014 ASHLEY COLDWELL Delivery of June 2725 £30.00 Newsletter GPC LGA 1972 Newsletter s112 17/06/2014 MICHAEL HEATON Reimbursement for1 hr 2726 £4.32 Office GPC LGA 1972 48 min conference call s112 with clerk 17/06/2014 NORTHANTS CALC 1/3 cost for Financial 2727 £11.33 Training GPC LGA 1972 Risk Mgmt course on s112 12/2 (inv not received previously 17/06/2014 LYNNE COMPTON Mileage and Exp 2728 £77.88 Mileage/Ex GPC LGA 1972 p s112 17/06/2014 MICHAEL HEATON Flowers for Mrs Pasley 2729 £10.00 Spratton GPC LGA 1972 Tyler opening of Pocket Park s.143 Spratton Pocket Park 17/06/2014 SPRATTON VILLAGE Hire of Hall 17/6 2730 £18.00 HALL COMMITTEE

3 of 7 17/06/2014 J TINDALE Food, plates, napkins 2731 £107.20 Spratton GPC LGA 1972 etc. for opening of Pocket Park s.143 Spratton Pocket Park TOTAL £765.82

28.14 PLANNING EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE – Chair: Councillor Fiona Keable a) Update (if any) 1. New developments in Brixworth – BRANE – Barratts Phase 2 – Parish Council to discuss and agree any action necessary – After some discussion, Parish Council resolved no action necessary. b) Planning Applications to consider and make resolution (if any) – there were none. c) Planning application decisions to report. Parish Council noted the following:- Application No: DA/2014/0326 Description: First floor rear extension Location: 32, Road, Spratton, Northamptonshire, NN6 8JD Respond by: 20 May 2014, Case Officer: S Barnes on 01327 302528 or email [email protected] SPC No observations (PEC 16/05/2014) DDC Planning Permission Granted 4th June 2014

Application No: DA/2014/0375 Description: Conservatory to rear of dwelling Location: 15, Gorse Road, Spratton, Northamptonshire, NN6 8JQ Respond by: 4 June 2014, Case Officer: S Barnes on 01327 302528 or email [email protected] SPC: No Observations (PEC 16/5/2014) DDC: Planning Permission Granted 3rd June 2014

29.14 CHURCHYARD CEMETERIES AND OPEN SPACES (CCOS) ADVISORY GROUP – Chair: Councillor Bill Blowfield a) Update– Parish Council to discuss and make resolution (where necessary) 1. Memorial Churchyard Seat – this has now been installed. Cllr Hunt reported that the finish on the bench was not as good as expected. Cllr Blowfield (not present) had indicated that the bench did not need treating. Also, paving was needed under the bench. After some discussion, Parish Council resolved that Cllr Hunt should send photos to the Clerk to view prior to an email to the manufacturer saying that Parish Council was unhappy with the quality. Action: Cllr Hunt/Clerk 2. Cutting of overhanging hedges in Sandhills and footpath from Sandhills / High Street – Clerk has spoken to District Housing (James Yeomans) and ascertained that these are cut twice a year in winter and summer, they were due to be cut very soon and DDH would ask for the contractors to do as a priority. 3. Spratton to Footpath - A wheelchair-bound lady who regularly uses the Spratton to Creaton footpath advises that it is so overgrown that she often gets her hands stung trying to use it. Parish Council resolved Clerk to contact NCC Highways and ask them to cut back as a matter of priority. Action: Clerk 4. EVC/Recreation Field Gate – Cllr Blowfield has asked Jim Pye to quote for replacing the gate between the Rec and EVC. And suggests waiting to put a ban on dogs in the Cemetery until this has been installed and seen to be effective or not. – Action: Clerk to bring forward to July meeting 5. 2015 Village Spring Clean Date – Defer to July meeting 6. Garden of Remembrance – defer to July meeting 7. CGD Village Mowing and Maintenance Complaints – There had been complaints about the village and Cemetery mowing and maintenance, these had already been communicated to the contractors (CGD) but the situation did not appear to have improved and they were not keeping to the contract specifications. After some discussion, Parish Council resolved that the Clerk should send a letter advising that if the situation did not improve that Parish Council would be seeking new contractors for the 2015 season (although it was hoped it would not come to that). 8. Dog Fouling – Cllr Hunt informed that although the Parish Council were considering new dog bins, there needed to be an ongoing education about diseases transferred to livestock. Cllr Hunt kindly agreed to investigate obtaining posters from national organisations and write an article for the next newsletter. Action: Cllr Hunt

b) Burials/Memorials (if any) – there were none. c) Village Handyman 1. Additional work – Parish Council to discuss and agree. Parish Council resolved the following additional works:- Bike Race Signs – removal from Churchyard (if not already done by organisers) Cleaning of noticeboard Top Stone missing from Churchyard Wall Action: Clerk to ask Mr Pye to quote d) Improving Village Matters to discuss and make resolution. It was reported that the hedge on the corner of Gorse/Holdenby Road was still encroaching the footpath and growing round the light. The Clerk reported that Highways had responded and would be addressing. Action: Clerk to follow up with Highways if no action been taken. e) Probation Trust – Community Payback Team (proposal from Spratton Village Hall Committee previously circulated) – to discuss and make resolution on future works. After some discussion, Parish Council resolved the following works to be done by the team (subject to confirmation from Mr Baker, VH 4 of 7 Chairman):- Sat 21st June - Painting Village Hall Kitchen and clearing weeds and nettles from the perimeter of the Hall. Village Hall Committee to provide paint and materials plus large green bins to dispose of weeds. Cllr Hunt kindly agreed to meet the team on site as there was a Honey Bee nest he wanted to point out to them that needed not to be disturbed. In addition, the Clerk was asked to contact the Probation Trust to see if they were able to do street sweeping and gutter clearing as there were holly leaves and plant debris in the gutters and if it rains these will block the drains. Action: Clerk to confirm with Mr Baker that the proposed works could commence on Sat 21st June plus contact Community Payback team re the other additional works. f) Spraying of the Village – to report that CCOS Advisory Group has advised that this should be done as soon as possible. A quotation of £120 has been received from Simon Barnett (Spratton Pocket Park contractor) who has indicated he will use a quad bike with boom to spray foot paths and wall lines with glyphosate mixed with anti-drift chemical. Last year this was undertaken by Jim Pye at a cost of £180. Parish Council to discuss and make resolution. The Clerk informed that the village had already been sprayed by NCC Highways and they had requested that Parish Council allow the weedkill to take effect. The Clerk had also asked several departments within NCC Highways and MGWSP if permission would be given for Parish Council to do its own spraying but had still not received a response. After some discussion, Cllr Frenchman proposed accepting the quotation from Simon Barnett, the acceptance to be sent once relevant permission received from NCC, seconded by Cllr Heaton and resolved by Parish Council. Action: Clerk to follow up with NCC. g) Recreation Field Committee (Cllr Baillie) – to report the following, Parish Council to discuss and make resolution:- 1. Additional Dog Bins request for Spratton Recreation Field (Location map to follow after Recreation Field Committee Meeting on 12th June 2014). No location map was provided but the proposal from the Recreation Field Committee was that 1 bin should be located outside the Rec at the Top Gate (Smith St Entrance) for people walking from the Gallop to use. There should also be bins either end of the Gallops. Parish Council resolved that the Clerk should obtain quotes for 2 new dog bins. Action: Clerk to obtain quotes and relevant permission from NCC Environmental Services (as to whether they would empty) 2. Moving of Dog Bin adjacent to Westaways (suggestion for re-location to follow after RFC meeting 12/6) receive a report and discuss – Although the bin had already been moved once, it was agreed that the location was still not suitable. Parish Council resolved that this should be moved to a more suitable location. Action: Clerk to clarify position of bin with Cllr Blowfield/Cllr Baillie plus seek permission from NCC then obtain quote from Mr Pye for moving the bin.

30.14 NATURAL SPRATTON INCLUDING SPRATTON POCKET PARK ADVISORY GROUP Chair: Councillor Hunt, Project Manager BRC Pocket Park – David Cooke a) Spratton Pocket Park 1. Organisation of Opening Event held on 14th June 2014 – to receive a report – It was reported that this had been a fantastic event, attended by over 50 people including local dignitary, Mrs Pasley Tyler (Owner of Coton Manor) who kindly opened the event and Mr Geoff Whybold from the Heritage Lottery Fund (sponsors who had provided the majority of the funding for the works to the Old Cemetery), MP Chris Heaton-Harris plus Spratton Primary School Headmistress and her children. Cllr J Tindale put on a super selection of food and drink (non-alcoholic of course) – funded by Parish Council. Cllr Hunt presented prizes (funded by Parish Council) to the children who won the Collage, Photographic and Speech Competitions and did a short speech thanking Dave Cooke (Project Manager) and all the volunteers for all their hard work. Cllr Frenchman proposed a vote of thanks to Dave Cooke, Cllr John Hunt, Cllr Jay Tindale, Cllr Michael Heaton and the Clerk for all their un-stinting hard work which culminated in the end of a very successful project and opening event! The motion was carried unanimously. Thanks were also given to Alan Roffey for taking the great photos. Action: Cllr Heaton to send letter of thanks to Mrs Pasley Tyler plus provide photos for newsletter and website, report to go in next newsletter and Clerk to send photos and thank you to Mr Whybold, Heritage Lottery Fund and a thank you to Mr Roffey. 2. Quotation for 2014 Season Mowing and Maintenance– Mr Barnett has submitted a quotation as follows:  Minor Grass Cut - £20 per visit  Main Grass cut - £200  Hedges (including hollies) - £200 Total of £400 plus £20 per adhoc visit (on request) Parish Council to discuss and make resolution. The Clerk informed that this quotation was in line with the amount previously paid to Mr Pye. After some discussion, Cllr Hunt proposed acceptance of the quotation, seconded by Cllr Heaton and resolved to be approved by Parish Council. Action: Clerk to send acceptance of quotation letter. 3. The Wildlife Trust Churchyard Award –It was reported that the judges would be visiting Spratton Pocket Park on Thursday 19th June 2014. Mr Cooke had kindly agreed to meet them on site. 4. WW1 War Grave – letter received from resident complaining that it was not well kept – the plinth had broken and the cross was lying on the floor. After some discussion, Parish Council resolved a response upon the following lines: “Thank you for your letter and we appreciate your sentiment, we are looking into the possibilities. Also, all inhabitants are being researched by the History Society to find out more about the Spratton men who went to war” Action: Clerk to draft response and agree with Cllr Hunt prior to sending. 5. Map and list of Burials in Spratton Pocket Park (previously Brixworth Road Cemetery) – Cllr Tindale reported that several residents had asked for a Plan and list of burials to be put up in the Pocket Park. Parish Council resolved that this was an excellent idea which would be of historical significance and interest

5 of 7 to the public. Cllr Tindale kindly offered to do the research and obtain quotes for the finished article. Action: Cllr Tindale

31.14 HIGHWAYS ADVISORY GROUP (including Streetlighting Advisory Group) – Chair: Councillor Mark Pacey a) Update on Highways Issues – to receive a report/update, discuss and make resolution – Cllr Pacey was not present at the meeting. Cllr Frenchman proposed deferring discussion on Highways matters to the July meeting, seconded by Cllr Heaton and resolved by Parish Council. 1. VAS Signs – deferred to July meeting 2. Traffic Calming Measures - deferred to July meeting 3. NCC Members News - deferred to July meeting Action: Clerk to contact Cllr Pacey and ask for a report to go out with July agenda. 32.14 POLICE May Reports:- Crimes – Nil ASB’s o/n 21-22 May: Smith Street – one side of vehicle scratched. Parish Council to discuss and agree action, if any Parish Council resolved no action necessary.

33.14 COMMUNICATIONS ADVISORY GROUP a) June Newsletter – to receive feedback and discuss – It was reported that the feedback was excellent from this edition and the photo of the Women’s Cycle Tour of Britain (provided by Alan Roffey) made a great front page! Cllr Forster apologised for the incorrect spelling of Cllr Ruaraidh McDonald Walker’s name. Cllr Heaton reported that he had posted the newsletters to those outside the main village (usually done by Cllr Hunt). Thanks were given to Cllr Forster for all his hard work.

34.14 PARISH COUNCIL APP FOR VILLAGE TOUR to receive a report from Cllr Frenchman, discuss and make resolution. Cllr Frenchman reported that it had proven too complicated and costly to do an APP for a village tour. Cllr Heaton had found a simpler and more cost effective solution and would pass the details onto Cllr Frenchman. Action: Cllr Heaton and Cllr Frenchman to report back to September meeting of Parish Council (Tues 16th Sept)

35.14 CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED FOR DISCUSSION AND TO AGREE ACTION (IF ANY) (previously circulated) Parish Council reviewed the following and agreed action where necessary (Bold, italics) a) Northamptonshire County Association of Local Councils update – The Clerk had alerted Parish Council to several items that needed further investigation:- 1. Pg 4 – Village Greens and Open Spaces – Action: Clerk to contact the County Council Commons Registration Department to ask if there were any Commons statements pertaining to Spratton. Cllr Baillie to feedback information to the Recreation Field Committee. CCOS to look at Village Green on Yew Tree Lane and make recommendation to SPC as to whether it needed protecting. 2. Young Peoples Achievement Awards – Action: Clerk to circulate to Schools/Youth Club 3. Grants for local services – if SPC wants to take over services such as library, highways etc. 4. Funding Support Options – Leaver 2015-2020 – This is for very large projects. This could be suitable for a project such as a new village hall. Action: Resources Committee to investigate 5. Freemen – a mark of recognition – Council might want consider if this would be appropriate for current or previous members of Parish Council or Village Organisations? Action: Chairman to advise if any nominations 6. Unauthorised maintenance works. Action: CCOS/Highways Advisory Group to let the Clerk know as soon as possible if there are any areas needing attention for the Clerk to seek the necessary permission.

b) Parish and Town Councils Meeting – 19th June 2014 Agenda – Action: Cllr Keable to attend and report back to Parish Council c) SLCC Membership survey – Action: Clerk to complete if time allowed d) DDC PLAN SIM Event – Friday 4th July – Action: Clerk to attend if time allowed. e) DACT AGM, 22nd July 12 noon – Parish Council resolved that apologies should be sent as the meeting was at a time when most Cllrs were at work. Action: Clerk to send apologies

36.14 GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED (For Information – Members file for circulation) The following was noted:- a) DDC – District Council Election results (received 5th June 2014) b) Daventry Over Fifties Event – 25th June WW1 Commemoration – 2-4 Daventry Leisure Centre c) DDC – Family Cinema Day – 26th July Daventry Country Park Action: Clerk to publicise on Noticeboard plus Website and Facebook if time allowed.

37.14 URGENT MATTERS FOR REPORT ONLY (Notified to the Chairman before the meeting) a) Election Expenses Forms – Clerk to distribute as soon as received from DDC b) Sustainable Communities Act – Cllr Heaton reported that since 2013 Parish Councils could sign up to this and there was the possibility of obtaining lower tax rates for businesses. Action: Cllr Heaton to investigate further and report back to Parish Council.

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Chairman Signature………………………………………………………… Date: ………………………………….

Dates of 2014 Ordinary Meetings – all held 7.30 pm, Spratton Village Hall unless stated otherwise

August NO MEETING November Tuesday 18th November 2014 September Tuesday 16th September 2014 December Tuesday 16th December 2014 October Tuesday 21st October 2014

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