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MINUTES OF GREAT OUSEBURN PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY 15^th SEPTEMBER 2004 IN GREAT OUSEBURN VILLAGE HALL.

Present: Cllrs, K Scott (in the chair), M Rampling, J Rich, R Kay. Cllr W Brewis, J Winn – Clerk and 6 members’ of the public.

Apologies: Cllr ‘s B Robinson, R Girdham, P Thompson and C Lewis.

Minutes: The minutes having been circulated, were accepted as a true record of the previous meeting. Proposed by Cllr Rampling and seconded by Cllr Rich.

Cllr Scott welcomed Helen Shepherd and David Ottaway to the meeting from NYCC community paths initiative. Helen Shepherd outlined the council’s position and it was agreed for Great Ouseburn Parish Council to join the scheme. Proposed by Cllr Kay and seconded by Cllr Rich.

Matters Arising:

Freelanding:

The clerk reported a letter received from Mr Walter at the Bridge House regarding an incident at the freelanding involving a fire. Cllr Scott had spoken to him regarding this. Cllr Scott will be starting to apply for grants for this project in the future and it was agreed by all councillor’s for work to continue here.

Land off Lightmire Lane:

Cllr Scott had discussed the matter with Jeff Gill and Cllr Robinson. Cllr Robinson to discuss the cost of the field with the agents and report back.

Aldwark Bridge Tariff:

The clerk reported that a letter had been received informing the council that the toll’s had been proposed to change. However, because of the objection of residents a public enquiry will be held with the Department of Transport. Cllr Scott reported that Cllr Chris Lewis was intending to speak to NYCC regarding adoption of the bridge.

Highways/Speed Signs/Traffic Awareness Week:

The clerk reported that a reply had been received from NYCC regarding the siting of the flashing speed signs. This was still unacceptable. Clerk to speak to NYCC. The traffic awareness week is to take place from 20^th to 26^th September. Cllr Girdham had asked the clerk for all the monies to go through the PC for this week. Proposed by Cllr Rich, seconded by Cllr Ramping all in favour.

Trees:

A letter had been received from Mr & Mrs Holden regarding their dissatisfaction at the trimming of the cherry trees outside their property. Clerk to speak to Alan Gillyard, HBC.

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Footpaths:

Clerk reported a letter from Cllr Lewis regarding the footpath outside the bungalows, Branton Green. PC to support Cllr Lewis’ letter. Clerk to ask NYCC about footpath from Little to Great Ouseburn and ask for plans of proposed footpath.

Notice Board Plaque:

Cllr Scott had obtained some prices for a plaque for the new notice board. Proposed by Cllr Scott that a plaque for £60.00 be purchased seconded by Cllr Rich. All in favour.

Correspondence:

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust-Restoring Upper Dunsforth Carrs Nature Reserve:

The PC agreed to donate £40.00 to this cause so long as public access was maintained. Proposed by Cllr Scott and seconded by Cllr Rampling.

Electricity Supply-Cricket:

The cricket club had asked for permission to put electric from the village hall into the score box. PC in favour. Village hall committee ask that this be put on a separate meter and that it is installed and certificated by a qualified electrician.

Seat-Pipers Lane Pond:

Cllr Scott reported that the family of the late Mr Don Cross would like to erect a seat here in memory of him. PC in favour and PC agreed to take on the maintenance once installed.

Boroughbridge Renaissance Market Town:

Cllr Scott reported from this meeting and outlined their proposals.

Boroughbridge CIP-Film Show Project:

Cllr Scott outlined the intentions of this project. Parish Council agreed to support any involvement in this.

Parish Consultation:

Clerk to put question forward on behalf of PC, Great Ouseburn Parish Council would like to see all amendments to planning applications before they are approved by HBC.

NYCC Community Development Fund:

Cllr Kay to complete for round a bout at village hall.

Finance:

		TREASURER A/C		MONEY MANAGER A/C		EXPENSES	VAT	CHEQUE
		00401048		73018547
	CURRENT BALANCES	£2,270.01		£13,313.96			£154.10	NO.
		£5,337.24	£3,067.23	£13,313.96	£0.00
DATE	TRANSACTION	IN	OUT	IN	OUT	PAID BY	TO CLAIM
						CLERK

14/08/04	Gross Interest to 13/08/04	£0.25
15/09/04	HBC-Grass Cutting		£95.18	£14.18	100450
15/09/04	HBC-Grass Cutting		£123.33	£18.37	100451
15/09/04	James Mackman-I.Audit		£75.00		100452
15/09/04	Yorkshire Wildlife Trust-Don.		£40.00		100453

Income and Expenditure proposed by Cllr Kay and seconded by Cllr Rich.

Planning:
HBC-Decisions:
None Received.

Letter from HBC regarding land of the rear of No’s 2 to 6 Townend Court, informing the PC that the applicants are taking the matter to appeal.

Applications:
1. Avenue House, Branton Lane-Erection of two storey side/rear extensions, rear conservatory, side chimneystack and front porch – The PC had no objections.

2. Church Hill, Main Street-Erection of two storey rear extension and listed building consent for demolition of single storey outbuilding and erection of two storey rear extension, formation of 4 internal door openings, 1 external door opening, 6 windows and 5 roof lights – The PC had no objections.

3. The Poplars, Branton Green-Erection of replacement entrance porch and listed building consent- The PC had no objections.

4. Longfield House, Main Street-Erection of single storey rear extension and erection of agricultural building to include 2 loose boxes- The PC objected on various grounds (Clerks File for Information).

5. Brignall, Seggans Road-Erection of two storey side extensions and extension to domestic curtilage- The PC had no objections.

Meetings:
Youth Forum:

The Youth Forum asked for a donation from the PC towards the cost of them providing their yearly party for the older people. Proposed by Cllr Scott and seconded by Cllr Kay that the PC give them £250.00

Village Hall:

The clerk read a report from the village hall committee, outlining the intention to raise the hall rental cost. Asking about the proposed extension. The Car Park needs some patching up and a ramp into the hall. The provision of a drain from the sink at the bar area. Fencing, Re-upholstering and a hearing loop.

Neighbourhood Watch:

Nothing to Report.

A.O.B.:

PC members needed for Traffic safety awareness week quiz night.

The date of the next meeting will be Wednesday 20^th October at 7.30pm in the village hall.

There being no further business the meeting closed at 9.30pm.
THESE MINUTES ARE UNSIGNED.