STANDLAKE PARISH COUNCIL

Minutes of a Meeting of Standlake Parish Council, held in the Frank Douglas Room, Standlake Village Hall, on 3^rd June 2008 at 7.00pm.

Present:

Mr. E. F. Tolputt Chairman

Mr. C Naylor Vice Chairman

Mrs. J. Bayliss

Mrs. J. Perry

Mr. J. Rippin

Mr. R. Reddy

Mr. A. Lowe

Mr. D. C. Bevan Clerk

Mrs. B. Smith, Mr. C. Mathew, Mrs. H. Fenton

1. APOLOGIES there were no apologies

2. MINUTES

Minutes of the meeting held on 13^th May 2008, copies of which had been previously circulated to all members, were agreed as a true record and signed by the chairman.

3. MATTERS ARISING

Flooding July 07 – The recent heavy rain tested the Woodlands entrance drainage, and while there was a build up of water this cleared quickly. Some sewage flooding had occurred in The Glebe and this was notified to Thames Water both by residents and by email.

Trees in Playground – It was confirmed that the trees remaining in the Playground would be thinned with dead wood removed but not lopped as this would spoil the shape.

A415, Newbridge – The clerk produced the flyers on HGV monitoring for distribution to all residents. Mr. Mathew said he has information from OCC that there is a possibility of the introduction of cameras to monitor HGV traffic on the bridge; he will be pressing for this action to be taken.

Traffic/Speeding – Enforcement action continues to be carried out on the Abingdon Road.

Highway Maintenance – There has still been no contact from Mr. Wilson (OCC Highways). Mr. Mathew has followed this up with Mr. Wilson’s superiors but he suggested a campaign of escalating emails to OCC.

Footpaths – Nothing further to report at this meeting..

Playground/Recreation Ground & Maintenance – Some woodwork damage has occurred to one of the items of play equipment and Mrs. Perry has arranged with Mr. Gary Pascoe for it to be repaired. In the meanwhile, Mrs. Perry will mark the item as out of action .

Graveyard Extension – Nothing further has been heard from Mr. Horan. Mr. Rippin said he would approach WODC for advice and also speak to Mr. Horan.

Neighbourhood Policing –Nothing further to report at this meeting.

4. CORRESPONDENCE - See attached correspondence record.

5. PLANNING - See attached planning record.

6. ACCOUNTS click for balances

The following accounts were approved for payment:

D. C. Bevan - clerk salary (950.10), expenses (100.00)	1,050.10
HMRC - clerk PAYE	237.40
M&G Pascoe - mowing	350.00
D. C. Bevan - photocopying bridgewatch flyers	28.00

7. MEMBER’S REPORTS

The hedges at the Cricket Club and The Wickets need cutting back from the footpath. Mr. Tolputt will speak.

Mr. Mathew said that the recent OCC planning meeting to consider the Stonehenge Farm application had descended into farce and the chairman’s decision to defer the decision even though a vote had gone against the application was being investigated. The provisional date for a rehearing was 21^st July.

Mrs. Smith said that the No. 18 bus timetable was now displayed at the Post Office and she had sent copies to Northmoor.

The clerk reported that he had spoken to Mrs. Buckle about the use of the Youth Club Centre for meetings and had visited the centre. In his opinion the venue is suitable with parking available opposite at the school; the matter of fees is to be discussed with the club. It was agreed that the council would use this venue for a six month trial period.

8. ANY OTHER BUSINESS

The next meeting will be on 8^th July at the Youth Club Centre, Church End, There being no further business, the meeting closed at 7.55pm.

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CORRESPONDENCE RECORD 05/08
DATE	SER		TO/FROM		TOPIC		ACTION		FILE
	A		OCC		Oxfordshire Minerals & Waste Plan – newsletter May2008
	B		WODC		Standards Cttee meeting
	C		Volunteer Link Up		Invitation to function 20^th June
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PLANNING APPLICATIONS/CORRESPONDENCE RECORD No: 05/08
DATE		PLANNING Number		DETAILS		COMMENTS		REPLY BY
				OCC Planning Consultation – County Planning Matters
		08/0490/P/FP		Grant of permission – 2 storey rear extension and new vehicle access – 22 High St
		08/0497/P/FP		Grant of permission – relocation of drop kerb – 60 Abingdon Road
		08/0743-4/P/FP		2 storey rear extension etc – Cherwell Cottage, 125 Abingdon Road
		08/0853/P/LB		Internal and External alterations – 92 Abingdon Road