Claxby Parish Council

Minutes of the Regular Parish Council Meeting

Held in the Village Hall on Tuesday 17^th July 2007 @ 7:30pm

Present

Mr Brian Hunter Chairman

Mr Frank Mandville Vice Chairman

Mr Shane Bennett Councillor

Mr Ray Mitchell Councillor

Mrs Judith Pilbrow Councillor

Mrs Wendy Roe Councillor

Mr David Lofthouse Clerk

Apologies

Mr George Brumby Councillor

PCSO Roy Walkling Police Community Support Officer

There were five members of the public in attendance

Meeting opened at 7:35pm.

Due to the resignation of Councillor Ann Hill another councillor is required. Mrs Judith Pilbrow of Apple Tree Cottage, Mulberry Road, Claxby, has applied for the vacancy that exists. Mrs Pilbrow was unopposed after the statutory 14 days notice of a vacancy.

1. Minutes of May meeting

Proposed true record Councillor Wendy Roe, seconded Councillor Shane Bennett

2. Matters Arising

All matters to be discussed under appropriate agenda headings.

3. Highways

Several holes have appeared in the roads. Highways are aware and will get around to repairs asap. Police are to follow up the 30mph repeater signs.

4. Police Report

Next NNPP meeting in November.

5. Neighbourhood Watch

The Chairman of West Lindsey Association Mr Rex Butler has passed away. The date and time of the next meeting will be notified. The Chairman attended the local NHW meeting which was held at Market Rasen Police Station on Saturday 2^nd June 2007 when local problems were discussed.

6. Planning

Planning application for the demolition of garage, conservatory and utility and to erect a two story extension at Langham Farm was passed.

7. Treasurer's Report

Balance of £1,752.72 was reported. In addition the Parish Council has received approximately £670 from the 100 Club.

8. Playground

New signs are to be purchased (no dogs, no horses). The have been ordered but have not yet been delivered.

Goal nets. Parish council may have an account with YPO.

Help has been enlisted for the demolition of the portacabin when the field dries up.

9. Correspondence

Letter from the St. Mary’s churchwardens. The recent Claxby Open Gardens held on Sunday 17^th June 2007 was a huge success, approximately 900 people visited the village and over £3,700 was raised during the afternoon. The churchwardens would like to thank everyone who helped in any way and are very grateful.

Trees for Parishes scheme documentation was received.

Code of Conduct for Parish Councillors.

10. Village Hall

Four quartz heaters for the village hall have been purchased and will be installed shortly

11. Village Activities

The Open Gardens event raised £3700.

12. Flooding in the Village

Letter from West Lindsey read out. Culverts need to be cleared. Maintenance programme needs putting in place. Emails to be sent to relevant councillors.

13. Any Other Business

Viking Centre groups to be asked to not use the playing field after 10:00pm.

Stile at bottom of playing field needs attention.

Adam Griffin Cancer Appeal. All proceeds from the following events are to be donated to the appeal.

- Blue Moon concert in St. Mary’s Church on Friday 31^st August 2007.

- Harvest Supper in the Viking Centre on Sunday 30^th September 2007

- Supper Dance in Osgodby Village Hall on 10^th November 2007

- Prize Bingo Evening and raffle in the Festival Hall after Xmas

Events are to include Tealby and Walesby residents. The events are co-ordinated ventures between Claxby Parish Council and St. Mary’s Church. A special newsletter is to be produced by Councillor Shane Bennett and Clerk David Lofthouse and circulated round the village.

14. Agenda for September 2007 meeting

As July meeting with Fundraising for Adam Griffin.

15. Date and Time of Next Meeting

Tuesday 18^th September 2007 at 7:30pm.

No other business and the meeting closed at 8:45 pm.