Wrockwardine Parish Council Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on Wednesday 13 th February 2019 at Wrockwardine Parish Hall at 7.30p.m Present: Chair: Ms Nadine Evans Cllrs: Mr I Farrington, Mrs E Ballantyne, Mr K Ballantyne, Mr P Bevis, Mrs J Savage, Mrs E Anderson, Mr T Kiernan Clerk: Ms Julia Hancox In attendance: Borough Cllr Mrs J Seymour 19/13 Chairman’s Opening Remarks The Chair welcomed everyone to the meeting and commented that a good job had been made of the resurfacing of the Parish Hall carpark. 19/14 Apologies for Absence Cllr Mrs S Turner Cllr S Rawlings 19/15 Declarations of Interest and Dispensation Requests None 19/16 Public Session Cllr Mrs Savage asked whether the Council would consider assisting with the cost of cutting and pruning the hedges and trees at Wrockwardine Cemetery. An initial quote for the work needed was around £4,000. It was agreed that this request should go on the agenda for the March meeting. Clerk to action The Chair gave an update regarding the parking at the Cemetery. The Church Warden advised that the markings, including the disabled one, were made by the police and the Borough Council for a disabled resident, who has since left. An officer from the Borough has looked at the issue and said he would investigate and could potentially write to the residents. There has been no feedback to date. Members reported that a serious traffic accident occurred on 30 th January 2019, at the junction with Bratton Road that was attended by an ambulance and the police. Cllr Mrs Ballantyne had made the Clerk aware at the time and asked for information. The Clerk had reported that she had so far been unable to ascertain what had happened. However, it had been reported on the radio traffic report and had closed the road for a number of hours. It was believed that no one was seriously injured and the cause was potentially the low sun and glare. The Chair asked that this be urgently reported to the T&W officer responsible for designing the road calming measures in Admaston as it could be relevant. Clerk to action The Chair also asked councillors their view on the recent traffic lights at the cross roads in Admaston. All those who had experienced them agreed that they had made a significant 1 difference to traffic calming and the Chair asked that this be fed back to the same T&W Highways officer. Clerk to action Cllr Mrs Ballantyne reported that she had looked at the West Mercia Police website, as suggested at last months meeting, but that only crime figures were available, not those of road traffic accidents. Cllr Mr Ballantyne said the Council used to get regular information about these in the past but do not now. 19/17 Borough Councillor’s Report Cllr Mrs Seymour reported that an extraordinary T&W Council meeting on Future Fit would take place on Monday 18 th February 2019 to consider the Borough’s response to the outcome of hospital services in Telford & Shrewsbury. The Borough is disappointed with the outcome of Future Fit and may appeal the decision on the basis of insufficient consultation. Cllr Mrs Seymour confirmed that, whilst the current plans for the Shawbirch site had been withdrawn at this time, it does remain a designated site. Cllr Mrs Savage reported that there are roadworks planned on the island at Shawbirch which will affect the surrounding area. Signs are in place advising motorists of this. Cllr Mrs Seymour confirmed that she had been unable to ascertain any information regarding the cemetery parking issue. 19/18 To confirm the Minutes of the Meeting held on 9th January 2019 It was RESOLVED to confirm and sign the Minutes of the Meeting held on 9 th January 2019. 19/19 Actions from Minutes The Clerk updated on the following actions: Dinner for Over 60’s cheque Cheque for £500 had been returned as the dinner had unfortunately been cancelled Defibrillator order Defibrillators are now in situe in Admaston, Wrockwardine, Allscott & Charlton. Training to be arranged Notice Boards On the agenda under Public Pride War Memorial Plaque Details of the current plaque were given to Cllr Mr Ballantyne for confirmation of amendments that are needed as well as additional names added. There is space for additional names on the current plaque, but unsure whether the mistake that is there could be rectified. A new plaque would cost around £1000. Cllr Mr Ballantyne to provide wording for the plaque recognising Leaton Quarry’s donation at the site so that Clerk can obtain quotes Cllr Mr Ballantyne & Clerk to action Parish Hall Lighting Awaiting quotes 2 19/20 Grants Update The Clerk confirmed that the Green Guarantee Funding from T&W Council was due to be paid into the Parish’s bank account. The Chair confirmed that the sign that T&W Council erected on Admaston Green last month has now been removed. The post remains and, T&W are happy to work with the Parish Council to determine what should go on it. 19/21 Planning Matters 1. Applications TWC/2019/0103 18 Whiteway Drive, Bratton Erection of a single storey rear extension and new front porch No comment TWC/2019/0037 Land adjacent & south of Breezes, Variation of condition 7 8 & 11 Allscott, Telford, Shropshire for planning permission to allow each plot to include a detached single garage See comments below TWC/2019/0019 Wellington Cricket Club, Orleton Further tree works Park, Haygate Road, Wellington following consent granted TWC/2018/0769 an additional reduction of 30% to reduce the stress load on the weak limb on Ino.Oak tree (T11) and crown lift & removal of epicormics shoots to T10 No comment Comments TWC/2019/0037 The Chair had been contacted by 2 residents with comments regarding the proposed changes to the plans. The Parish Council originally objected to the houses being built but the plans were subsequently approved. Cllr Mr Ballantyne confirmed that this meant a principle of development had been established and, there was no sustainable reason to object now, other than that the garages could cause an overdevelopment of the site. It was agreed to object on this point but with the condition that if the Borough approved the application, it should be on the proviso that the residents should park their vehicles within the curtilage of their properties and not on the roadsides. Clerk to action Dothill The Clerk asked for members to be aware of another contentious planning application that, whilst not within the Parish, is local. There are plans to build a care home on the 3 site opposite the Dothill Primary School. At the moment planning permission is for a pub but once approved it has been reported that the company involved will then apply for planning permission for a care home instead. There are Great Crested Newts, a protected species, nearby and residents are concerned about additional problems with traffic etc. No action required at this time. 2. To consider applications received after the date of the agenda None received 3. Permissions: No permissions at the date of the agenda 4. To receive any permissions received after the date of the agenda None received 19/22 Parish Matters a) RoSPA Inspection Cllr Farrington reported that the legs of the climbing frame (Wickstead blue & red) at Pemberton Road, Admaston playground had filled with water somehow and expanded when frozen, forcing the ball from the top to come out. Cllr Farrington had repaired them but was concerned this was a design fault. Walcott playground has the same issue, but have rubber tops which are not such a potential hazard as the ball type (which could be thrown etc). Clerk to check warranty and to contact the supplier for possible solutions. Clerk to action Cllr Farrington reported that the bark had not been replaced at Walcott playground. Clerk to contact Ditton Services. Clerk to action b) Parish Newsletter & communications The Chair reported that the Church magazine, including for the first time the Parish Council Newsletter page, had been distributed. She stated that since the next issue is for March and April, the Parish Council’s page will need to contain details regarding the up and coming election, encouraging people to stand and the process involved. Chair & Clerk to action c) Defibrillators & Training The Clerk confirmed that the defibrillators are now installed and ready for use. West Midland Ambulance Service have sent through their codes for the front of the cabinets and the Clerk will ensure these are marked on each cabinet. Clerk to action West Midland Ambulance Service have offered training for the 23 rd or 24 th March 2019. Around half a dozen residents interested in the training have already made contact. Cllrs Mr & Mrs Ballantyne, Cllr Mrs Anderson, Cllr Bevis, Cllr Farrington, the Chair and the Clerk all expressed an interest in attending the training. Clerk to action The Chair thanked Mr Mark Arrowsmith for installing the defibrillators quickly and efficiently and asked the Clerk to write to him, on behalf of the Council, and thank him for a job well done. Clerk to action 4 Leaton Quarry have purchased the defibrillator at Wrockwardine and a photo opportunity is to be arranged. The Chair asked Cllr Bevis if he would like to take this photo opportunity, together with the Chair of the Parish Hall Committee and Stuart Hopley. He agreed and said he would contact the Chair. The Clerk was asked to contact Stuart for potential dates for Paul to confirm.