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Parish Council Meeting 320: Monday 9th June 2008 in the Whitchurch Canonicorum Village Hall
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Present:
S Johnson (Chairman), K Mansbridge (Vice Chairman), K Tubb, S Creed-Castle, V Diment, P Ray, P Watt, C Parr, D Snook, C Everidge, C Bailey, C Sage, D Newson, M Robinson, D Newman and 2 members of the public.

1910 Apologies:
G Brierley. 1911 Meeting Suspended for Public Discussion Period: The meeting was suspended for public discussion but nothing was discussed.

1912 Declarations of Interest:
The meeting was re-opened. Cllr Bailey declared an interest on the Mandeville Stoke Farm, Whitchurch Canonicorum planning application and Cllr Johnson declared an interest on the Wakeleys Farm, Whitchurch Canonicorum planning application.

1913 Resolution to Approve the Minutes of the Parish Council Annual General Meeting held on the 12th May 2008:
Cllr Parr asked that on item number 1899 it should read 16 ft sq and Cllr Mansbridge said that under 1905 he has seen the Life Education van at Marshwood School and it is excellent. The minutes were agreed as acceptable, proposed by Cllr Mansbridge, seconded by Cllr Tubb, all agreed and signed.

1914 Actions Following Last Meeting:
The Clerk reported potholes in Whitchurch Canonicorum to Dorset County Council, e-mailed Chideock Parish Council regarding Vehicle Testing Station at Chideock, sent a letter to Mr Norman regarding litter problems at Dairy Farm Holiday Cottages, spoke to Burton Bradstock Parish Council regarding best kept village signs, sent letters to Rights of Way Officers regarding continuing with job, sent letter to Oliver Letwin regarding SID's and letter to Simon Christopher thanking him for audit.

1915 Planning Applicants Presentation: None.

1916 Planning:
Application to Consider:
Wakeleys Farm, Whitchurch Canonicorum - Cllr Bailey and Cllr Diment looked at this application to erect an agricultural building for sheep and feed storage. There were no objections to the proposal but concerns were raised over the access and suggested screening needed.

Application to Note:
Manderville Stoke Farm, Whitchurch Canonicorum- Cllr Parr and Cllr Diment looked at this application to replace metal windows with wooden windows. There were no objections, it would enhance the farmhouse and approval was recommended.

Approvals to Note:
St Christophers, Ryall and Dodpen Stables, Fishpond.

Refusals to Note:
The Hive, Ryall and Highcliffe Cottage, Fishpond.

Appeals to Note:
Champernhayes Farm Bungalow, Wootton Fitzpaine and Land at Green Lane, Raymonds Hill, Monkton Wyld.

1917 Reports:
Cllr Newson reported that as from the 8th May 2008 there is a new procedure for the Code of Conduct. Any complaints should go straight to West Dorset District Council in the first instance. Finally he reported that there will be a planning meeting for Higher Monkton Farm, Monkton Wyld but as yet no date.

Cllr Robinson reported that the balcony at Whellers in Ryall is intrusive to neighbours and that if the Planning Officer does not refuse it he will ask that it goes to Committee. He reported that the problem with walkers in the area will be dealt with. He reported that there is a Flood Warden meeting on the 4th July 2008. Finally he asked that if anyone is interested in the subject of wind turbines have a look at the planning application for Lower Hewood Farm at Thorncombe and follow the progress.

Mr John Bridle reported to Cllr Johnson that the steps and path leading to St Gabriels is now open.

Cllr Diment reported that he had filled out a bus shelter cleaning survey and sent it back to Dorset County Council.

Cllr Johnson reported that she had attended a BLAP meeting and it was all about the Older People Project and reports.

Cllr Snook read through the relevant parts of the DAPTC Newsletter.

Cllr Snook reported that the Wootton Fitzpaine Village Hall held its first fete after 10 years and it was a great success raising around £1,200 profit which is earmarked for a new kitchen in the village hall. Cllr Watt reported that the James Hargreaves Community Hall at Morcombelake is in full use and will be shut for two weeks for ceiling works.

Cllr Tubb reported that the Whitchurch Canonicorum Village Hall is not getting enough revenue in. At the meeting it was discussed that improvements are under way, a skittle alley is going to be placed within the hall, web site discussed and several hall users have left the hall in a mess.

Cllr Bailey reported that she will not be attending the flood warden meeting. The informal meeting will be dealing with sandbags given to parishes liable of flooding and kept in a store ready for use when the time comes. It was suggested that the Clerk write to properties liable of flooding in Whitchurch Canonicorum to see if they would like sandbags and perhaps do an article in the Char Chat at a later date.

Cllr Johnson reported that she has had an e-mail from Hastoe Housing Association and they have confirmed and that they are very disappointed that they have not been successful in bidding for the land for affordable housing in Whitchurch Canonicorum village, apparently another housing association is in consultation with Humberts and the Church Lands Trust.

Cllr Creed-Castle reported that the pond on the Ryall to Chideock footpath has had no permission but is on the footpath map. She has spoken to the Environment Agency and to take away the pond would have more impact on the environment so better to be left. Cllr Creed-Castle reported that the person who reported this matter was concerned about the Weld Estates Manager who is trying to stop people walking this footpath as there will be shooting in the area and people should not walk it. It was agreed to place this matter on the agenda for the July meeting to discuss further.

Cllr Snook reported that she has reported potholes to Clarence. Cllr Diment reported that the verges at Tizzards Knapp, Morcombelake have been cut and hopes that the Taylors Lane, Morcombelake ones won't be forgotten this year. He also reported that Morcombelake Post Office have been given a reprieve for another two years.

Cllr Bailey asked if edge deterioration between Bridge Farm to Tap House, Whitchurch Canonicorum can be reported. She also reported that the verges in the area have not been cut.

Cllr Mansbridge reported that there are two areas in Monkton Wyld Lane where water is coming up through the road and needs to be reported to Dorset County Council. Action: Clerk

1918 Update on Wootton Fitzpaine War Memorial Clock Works:
Cllr Snook reported that £5,000 is needed and so far £3,300 has been pledged. A grant application to West Dorset District Council and the Lottery has been sent. If these are not successful perhaps an appeal to the villagers may help.

1919 Whitchurch Canonicorum Parish Meeting Report:
Cllr Johnson read out a report from the Parish Meeting which included affordable housing, floods, The Well House, Sewage Scheme and First Responders.

1920 Stanton St Gabriel Parish Meeting:
Cllr Everidge read out a report from the Parish Meeting which included heavy vehicles, SID, Muddyford Lane entrance, coastal erosion, Frodshams bus stop, bus passes, Bopper Bus, Ring and Ride, phone box closure, digital switchover and speed cameras.

1921 Resolution to Agree Planning Area Representatives:
It was agreed that Cllr Bailey look after Whitchurch Canonicorum area, Cllr Parr look after Ryall area, Cllr Everidge look after Stanton St Gabriel area and Cllr Snook look after the Wootton Fitzpaine area. Proposed by Cllr Ray, seconded by Cllr Watt, all agreed.

1922 Resolution to Discuss Playground Equipment Inspections and Repairs:
Cllr Johnson reported that Dale Wright had reported work to be carried out on a couple items of the playground equipment. West Dorset District Council will be carrying out an inspection to confirm this. It was agree to wait until the inspection had been carried out and highlighted problems and then decide who can do the repairs and who has the appropriate liability insurance.

1923 Resolution to Discuss Whitchurch Canonicorum Sewage Scheme:
It was agreed to involve Ryall, Morcombelake and Stanton St Gabriel in this scheme as well. Cllr Johnson read out an e-mail from Wessex Water and it was proposed by Cllr Parr, seconded by Cllr Diment to try again and see if it would be possible to have mains sewerage. It was agreed for the Clerk to contact Wessex Water. Action: Clerk

1924 Resolution to Discuss Future Management and the Issuing of Sandbags to Protect Properties:
It was agreed that this matter had been covered earlier.

1925 Finance:
Clerks Report/General Matters: The Clerk reported that BDO Stoy Hayward paperwork has been sent to Simon Christopher and a report of problems with play equipment in the Whitchurch Canonicorum playground.

Resolution for Payment Approvals:
Clerks Salary for June 2008, £285.04 and Whitchurch Canonicorum Village Hall, £17.50. Proposed by Cllr Sage, seconded by Cllr Snook, all agreed.

1926 Correspondence:
West Dorset District Council, Poly Tunnel at Crabbs Bluntshay, Whitchurch Canonicorum - West Dorset District Council, Waste Form Meeting - Life Education, Thank you for Donation - Dorset Primary Care Trust, Consultation on Shaping the Authority - James Hargreaves Community Hall, Thank you for Donation & Newsletter - Dorset county Council, Bus Shelter Survey - Vitalise, Holidays for Disabled People - West Dorset District Council, Dog Control Orders - Dorset County Council, POPP Conference - Mr Newman, ROW Officer Acceptance - Dorset County Council, Structural Maintenance Works - Dorset County Council, Countryside News - DEFRA, Newsletter. Cllr Johnson read out a letter of resignation from Cllr Diment.

1927 Items for Next Agenda:
Footpath from Ryall to Chideock. 1928 Date of Next Meeting: Monday 21st July 2008 at 7.30pm in the James Hargreaves Community Hall, Morcombelake.

1929 Any Other Business:
Cllr Mansbridge reported that Champernhayes at Wootton Fitzpaine have wheelie bins.

1930 Close of Meeting: 9.30pm.


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