PRESENT: Cllr M Cumming(Chair), Cllr S Millar, Cllr S Wilson, Cllr R Jopson, Cllr P Rand, Cllr M Sharp and Cllr C Lowery
Cty Cllr K Hitchen
5 members of the public
53/22 APOLOGIES: Cllr A Fell (work) B. Cllr G McGrath
54/22 Exclusions of Press and Public
None
55/22 Declarations of Interest
None
56/22 To approve the Minutes of the meeting 6 July 2022
The Chair was authorized to sign the minutes as a true record of the meeting
Proposed by Cllr Jopson, Seconded by Cllr Rand
57/22 Police Liaison Report
Previously circulated. Cllr Rand requested a meeting with the police to discuss how to deal with travelers in the future. Clerk to contact the police
58/21 Progress Reports
58/21.1 Church car park
The clerk reported that an application had been submitted and was awaiting the outcome.
59/22 Public Participation
Members of the public expressed concerns regarding the planning application no. 7/2022/4071 and raised points that they wish the council to consider in their response.
A member of the public questioned whether the Community Plan was still valid with respect to the council’s representation on the GDF Community Partnership
A member of the public reported that the gabion baskets at the bottom of the steps on Silecroft beach were damaged and required maintenance.
A member of the public reported that the water meter for the boats was broken.
60/22 Reports from County Council and Borough Councillors
Cty Cllr Hitchen was welcomed to the meeting. He reported that there would be some speed monitoring from Silecroft to the beach and would present a copy of the report once completed.
61/22 Applications for Development
61/22.1 To examine applications for development and submit observations to the Planning Authority
7/2022/4064 Valley End Farm Buildings, Silecroft
Details of 4 dwellings with access from A595
Supported the application – main or permanent residence
7/2022/4071 1 Court End Silecroft
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Provision of two temporary, timber-built pods with associated access, parking and landscaping for the purposes of tourist accommodation, following withdrawal of application ref 7/2022/4035-
The council resolved not to support this application as it was not an appropriate development.
61/22.2 To ratify the observations submitted by the Clerk under devolved powers
None
61/22.3 To note the decisions of the statutory planning authority with regards to recent applications:
7/2022/4046 Edgecombe, Silecroft
Demolishing of poorly built single storey attached garage and rear porch, and replacing with two storey side extension with front gable and rear single storey extension.
Granted
62/22 Financial Records
62/22.1 Payment of invoices
The following invoices were approved for payment:
Thomas Graham Toilet supplies £ 47.84
L Cooper Clerks salary and expenses £591.12
HMRC PAYE £126.80
Play Safety Play areas inspection £168.00
Black Combe PCC grass cutting August £ 75.00
PKF Littlejohn External audit £240.00
Good energy electric £ 25.76
J Hillier Toilet Cleaning August £372.00
The following invoices were paid under Financial standing orders and approved
Thomas Graham Cleaning supplies £ 71.79
Waterplus Water bill toilets £103.57
J Hillier Toilet Cleaning July £391.99
Good energy Electricity £ 25.47
62/22.2 Receipts
Beach car park £ 473.86
Church car park £ 321.50
VAT refund £1239.35
RIVA – electricity charge £ 17.53
SCSSA – tap installation £ 195.00
62/22.3 To receive and note the bank reconciliation statement dated 31 July 2022
Verified by Cllr Millar
62/22.4 To consider the Budget Comparison Report as at 31 August 2022 and determine action need to address deviations from the budget.
None required
62/22.5 To approve the External auditor 2022-2027
The Clerk proposed that the external auditors proposed by the government be the external auditors for the Council
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RESOLVED to accept Clerks proposal (seconded by Cllr Lowery)
62/22.6 To propose and approve S137 donations
Proposed by Cllr Rand, Seconded by Cllr Jopson and resolved that a donation of £150 be given to Citizens Advice Bureau.
63/22 Village Matters
63/22.1 Silecroft beach car park, toilets and mobile unit
Travelers had been camped on the beach for 6-7 days. The Clerk had spoken to them and they moved on as requested.
Broken meter has been repaired.
Prison to be approached to paint inside toilets. Approved spend of £100 on materials.
Ice cream vendor to be approached re 2023 season and also re winter opening hours.
A quote had been received from ENW for 3phase electric supply to box. Quote to be obtained for it to extend to toilets.
63/22.2 Silecroft beach proposed new café
Still awaiting progress from Copeland Borough Council. Clerk to investigate cost of 3 phase electricity supply for EV points at new cafe
63/22.3 Play inspection report
Reports have been received for both play areas and a plan of action implemented. Investigate use of AstroTurf under swings to reduce wear and tear/
63/22.4 GDF
Cllr Cumming reported that a publicity drive to recruit additional members from a wider spectrum to the Partnership. Working towards open sessions from October onwards with public participation sessions.
Cllr Wilson left the meeting at 2130 hrs.
63/22.5 30mph Speed Limit – Silecroft
Awaiting a response re speed survey
63/22.6 Planting for Pollinators
Whicham Old School field to be changed to a wildflower meadow
64/22.7 Defib – Silecroft
Clerk to apply to CGP Trust Fund for purchase of a defibrillator at Silecroft Village Hall.
64/22.8 Code of Conduct
Accepted Proposed Cllr Rand, Seconded Cllr Millar
64/22.9 Hidden Gems
Deferred to October meeting
64/22.10 Travelers
To review security of car park
64/22.11 Reinstate lamp post Silecroft Play area
Investigate cost of a solar light for the street.
65/22 To receive reports from representatives on outside bodies
None
66/22 CORRESPONDENCE:
To discuss any correspondence received for open discussion:
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All other correspondence to be circulated in the normal manner for Council’s perusal
67/22. Councillor Matters
An opportunity for Councillors to raise minor matters, not on this agenda, on behalf of residents
(Note. No discussion or decisions can be made on these matters but the Clerk may make investigations and/or they may be placed on a future agenda of the Council
68/22. DATE OF NEXT MEETING:
The next meeting of the Parish Council will be on Wednesday 5 October 2022 at Silecroft Village Hall commencing at 7.30pm
There being no further business the meeting closed at 2148hrs.
Signed………………………………………………… Dated………………………………………
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