MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE TROWELL PARISH COUNCIL, HELD IN THE PARISH HALL ON TUESDAY 13TH MAY 2008, AT 7.15PM.

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Present: Cllrs. S. Hallam - Chairman, K. Birkitt, G. Lockwood W.J. Bryant, Mrs. J. E. Bryant, Mrs. M. Birkitt, K.E. Rigby (Parish, Borough & County), Mrs. L. Harley, Mrs. C. McGann & R. McGann.

Clerk: Mrs. A.K. Mitchell.

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Cllr. Hallam welcomed everyone to the AGM & thanked everyone for their help during his first year in office. It has been a very busy year & he has been grateful for the support of Members & the Clerk throughout.

1/08. TO ELECT A CHAIRMAN.
CLLR. STEPHEN HALLAM was proposed as Chairman. Moved by Cllr. Bryant, seconded by Cllr. Lockwood.

Cllr. Hallam accepted the nomination.

Cllr. Bryant moved closure of nominations, seconded by Cllr. Lockwood. All in favour.

The motion was put to the vote: All in favour.

CLLR. STEPHEN HALLAM was therefore duly elected as Chairman.

2/08. TO RECEIVE CHAIRMAN'S DECLARATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF OFFICE.
Cllr. Hallam signed the declaration of Acceptance of Office.

3/08. TO RECEIVE APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE.
None.

4/08. TO ELECT A VICE-CHAIRMAN.
CLLR. KEITH BIRKITT was elected Vice-Chairman. Moved by Cllr. Lockwood, seconded by Cllr. Rigby. All in favour.

5/08. TO NOMINATE SCHOOL GOVERNOR.
In accordance with the rules appertaining to School Governing Bodies, MRS. MAVIS CORNHILL was elected to continue as School Governor until the end of her four year term in office in January 2009. The position will then be reconsidered at this point. All in favour.

6/08. TO APPOINT STATUTORY OR STANDING COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES ON OTHER BODIES.

The following appointments were agreed upon:

Planning & Environment Committee - All Members.

Parish Hall & Grounds Committee - All Members.

Finance & General Purposes Committee - All Members.

Newsletter Editorial Team - Chair, Vice-Chair & Chairs of
Committees & Clerk but all Members are welcome to attend.

Notts. ALC - Cllr. Mrs. Cardwell

Youth Facility Management Committee - Cllr. Mrs. Harley/Cllr. Rigby

Standing Committee - Chair, Vice-Chair &
Chairs of Committees.

Emergency Committee- Cllrs. G. Lockwood, S. Hallam, W.J. Bryant & K. E. Rigby.

Community Safety Forum - Cllr. Mrs. Harley/Cllr. Mrs. Cardwell

Castle Environmental - Cllrs. Rigby & Cllr. Bryant.
(If reformed)

South Broxtowe Local
Area Forum - Cllr. Mrs. Bryant

Broxtowe Women's Project - Vacant.

Pit Lane Development Project Liaison - Cllr. Rigby.

The above appointments were proposed by Cllr. Lockwood, seconded by Cllr. Mrs. Harley. All in favour.

Cllr. Birkitt commented that in the future the Council may wish to reconsider its membership of the Community Safety Forum as every time he has attended the number of delegates has reduced.

7/08. TO CONSIDER PAYMENT OF ANY SUBSCRIPTIONS TO BE PAID ANNUALLY.

Cllr. Lockwood moved payment of the following subscriptions as they fall due. Seconded by Cllr. Mrs. Birkitt. All in favour.

Nottinghamshire Association of Local Councils.
Nottinghamshire Rural Community Council.
Parish Magazine. (£20).
Society of Local Council Clerks.
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust.
Association of Airport Related Parish Councils.
Notts. News.

8/08. TO APPROVE DATES OF MEETINGS.
The proposed dates were moved by Cllr. Lockwood and seconded by Cllr. Mrs. Harley. All in favour.

It was agreed however that the Clerk be permitted to reschedule the meeting structure for 2009/2010 to allow a more even spacing of meetings throughout the year.

9/08 DECLARATION OF MEMBERS INTERESTS.
All Members declared a personal interest in item 14/08 on the agenda.

10/08. TO APPROVE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING & OPEN FORUM - 8TH APRIL 2008.
Cllr. Mrs. Harley moved acceptance of the minutes of the Open Forum meeting also held on 8th April 2008, as a true record. Seconded by Cllr. Rigby. All in favour.

Cllr. Bryant moved acceptance of the minutes with three amendments of the previous meeting held on 8th April 2008, as a true record. Seconded by Cllr. Mrs. Bryant. All in favour.

11/08. LOCAL POLICE REPORT - P.C. FARRELL.
It was noted that a report had not been received from PC Farrell.

Cllr. Birkitt advised that it had been reported to Neighbourhood Watch that there have been break-ins to cars at both the Festival Inn & the M1 Services.

Cllr. Bryant enquired if there had been any information forthcoming regarding the recent accident at Church Close. Members were not aware of any.

12/08. MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES:

12.1/08. Land Registry Issues.
The Clerk had nothing further to report on this issue at this time.

12.2/08 Proposed M1 Widening Scheme.
Members were asked to note the documents previously circulated. Cllr. Rigby asked Members to note that the main contractors MVM will be attending the next CAT Meeting.

12.3/08 Damage to Verges.
There was nothing further to report on this matter.

12.4/08 Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
The Clerk advised that the emergency lighting repairs have been ordered & that additional joinery quotes will be submitted to the next PHGC Meeting. It was noted that further signage is on order. The Clerk also reported that there had been some teething troubles with the new fire alarm system but it is hoped these have now been rectified.

12.5/08 EMA - Proposed expansion plans.
The Clerk had nothing further to report on this matter.

12.6/08 Trowell Wish List Update.
Cllr. Rigby reported that another traffic survey has been carried out & although the waiting time has increased, Church Corner still does not qualify for a light controlled crossing. However, Cllr. Rigby is seeking other ideas to put to the Transport Department & is currently looking into a suitable scheme.

12.7/08 NCC Building Better Communities.
The Clerk feels the play park could qualify for funding but any application would need Cllr. Rigby's support.

It was noted that Cllr. Rigby would be attending the Building Better Communities Annual Event.

13/08. MATTERS ARISING FROM THE "OPEN FORUM".

13.1/08. Stapleford Road Railway Bridge.
There was nothing further to report on this issue.

13.2/08. Public Footpath Smithfield Avenue/Nottingham Road Bridge.
There was nothing further to report on this issue.

13.3/08. Graffiti problems around the Parish.
Cllr. Mrs. Harley commented that the gas box at the end of Pit Lane is still being used as a urinal.

13.4/08. Litter & Fly Tipping in the Parish.
The Clerk advised that she had reported the issues raised previously as requested.

Cllr. Lockwood commented that there does seem to be a great deal of litter in the ditches on Trowell Moor.

Cllr. Mrs. Harley added that the car outside the Festival Stores has now had its windscreen broken. Cllr. Hallam advised that he had spoken to the owner of the Festival Stores at the APM & the matter will be addressed as soon as they can. Cllr. Mrs. Harley is just concerned as it is a target for vandalism.

13.5/08 Overtaking Sign on Ilkeston Road.
There was nothing further to report on this issue.

13.6/08 Tree in Church Yard.
Members were asked to note the emails from Cllr. Rigby & the Rev. Andy Lord in connection with this matter. Cllr. Rigby added that the tree in the closed church yard which is currently obscuring the view of the church clock is on the relevant job list but work has yet to be carried out.

13.7/08 Ilkeston Road Willow Trees.
It was noted that the tree cutting works have been carried out. It was agreed therefore that this matter be discharged from the agenda.

13.8/08 Ilkeston Road Drains.
It was noted that there are still problems in this area.

Cllr. Rigby reported that is issue is more involved than first thought. He is currently trying to set up a meeting between an officer from BBC & a local resident. He added that there is now a question mark over whether Ilkeston Road is on a twin pipe system & a very interesting situation is developing.

13.9/08 Dog Fouling Issues.
Members were asked to note a response from BBC on this issue.

The Clerk advised that the area near the Parish noticeboard outside the Festival Inn is in a filthy state. Cllr. Birkitt advised that wardens had been patrolling the Trowell Park development that afternoon. It was noted how difficult prosecutions are in this area even when the perpetrator is known. Cllr. Rigby will ask the NHW to leaflet residents on this issue. It was agreed that this should not be just allowed to happen & incidents should keep being reported to BBC. Cllr. Lockwood advised that he had been approached by the owners of the Festival Stores regarding this matter but unfortunately they had no evidence.

13.10/08 Youth Issues.
The Clerk reported that an anti-social behaviour reporting sheet has been sent to BBC regarding the Salcey Drive play area. BBC has advised that they are taking action. Members were also asked to note email responses from PC Farrell & SG-1.

Cllr. Hallam advised that there had been problems on Saturday night at the Salcey Drive site, with someone having to be called out after midnight to disperse those involved.

14/08. PARISH PLAN UPDATE.
Cllr. Bryant reported that at the meeting last week Members went through the details of the Church Cottage project. The brochure has been well received. Four complaints have been received in total -
One has been dealt with;
One involves the omission of the church hall;
One involves the omission of a local groups details &
One is from a local business - an email response to this complaint was compiled & as far as TPPSC is concerned that is an end to the matter.

The village sign issue was discharged from the agenda & a copy of the artwork has been passed to Cllr. Rigby as requested. Cllr. Rigby advised that a copy will be on display in the noticeboard.

It was noted that the issue of the Welcome Pack is to be discussed later but a quote suggests that it would cost £770 to produce an additional 50 copies of the brochure for any future welcome pack. HF Design has been consulted as the company has the copyright for the brochure & concern was expressed that an A3 copy would not be easily readable. The recommendation made by TPPSC is that the Parish Council put the issue of the Welcome Pack on hold until this printing issue has been resolved.

Despite the best endeavors of those involved a small reprint of the brochures seem out of the question as the cheapest quote received is £15 per copy.

The Clerk then advised members that she may be able to produce A3 copies of the brochure in-house & showed Members copies of what she has come up with so far.

Cllr. Bryant thanked the Clerk for her efforts on this so far & suggested that she have a try & reproducing the map on the Council's machine if possible.

Cllr. Birkitt thinks that it could be a possibility although he has not seen the original. Cllr. Mrs. McGann asked whether the publication could be produced on 2 sheets of A3.

It was noted that BBC cannot produce maps on that scale.

Cllr. Hallam thanked Cllr. Bryant for the work he is doing on this issue.

The TPPSC have decided to have a short break & will be meeting again in August just in case anything fresh arises.

15/08. TO DEAL WITH CORRESPONDENCE.



Date. Sender. Nature of Correspondence. Notes/Action required.
04/04/2008 BBC Planning application 08/00296/FUL Passed to MB/LH

04/04/2008 BBC Planning application 08/00031/FUL Permission granted.

04/04/2008 The Standards Board for England Copy of the latest Town & Parish Standard. Copies to all Members.

04/04/2008 BBC Agenda for the meeting of the Development Control Committee on 14/4/08.

04/04/2008 BBC Planning application 08/00105/FUL Permission granted.

04/04/2008 Notts County NHS Teaching PCT Notice of Extraordinary Meeting Placed in main noticeboard.

05/04/2008 Volunteer Centre Beeston Training Information. Circulated to all Members.

05/04/2008 BBC Planning application08/00282/FUL Circulated to all Members.

05/04/2008 BBC Village Ventures Programme. Circulated to all Members.

05/04/2008 BBC Planning application 08/00299/FUL Passed to MB/LH.

07/04/2008 SLCC Details of a cemetery management course.

07/04/2008 Tips & Advice Personnel Sales information.

09/04/2008 BBC Cabinet agenda for the meeting on 15/4/08.

09/04/2008 BBC List of weekly Mayor's engagements for the period 14/4/08-20/4/08. None in Trowell.

09/04/2008 BBC Planning application 08/00131/FUL Permission refused.

09/04/2008 BBC Weekly list of planning applications. Includes 08/00299/FUL

12/04/2008 JTF Sales leaflet.

12/04/2008 BBC Planning application 08/00309/FUL Passed to MB/LH.

13/04/2008 Dr. Nick Palmer MP Email Update.

14/04/2008 Volunteer Centre Broxtowe Training details. Copied to all Members.

14/04/2008 Volunteer Centre Broxtowe Training details. Copied to all Members.

15/04/2008 BBC Agenda for the Standards Committee Meeting on 21/4/08.

16/04/2008 BBC Weekly list of planning applications. Includes 08/00309.

16/04/2008 Colourview Sales leaflet.

17/04/2008 NCC April Issue of Planning & Landscape Briefing.

17/04/2008 NALC Details of 2008 Conference.

17/04/2008 BBC List of weekly Mayor's engagements for the period 21/4/08-27/4/08. None in Trowell.

18/04/2008 NCC Business Plan 2008/11 Circulated to Members.

18/04/2008 Stapleford Bureau Change of Address details.

19/04/2008 Electrical Safety Systems Sales Letter.

19/04/2008 NCC April 2008 Issue of Travel & Transport Briefing.

19/04/2008 Seton Sales Catalogue

21/04/2008 BBC Cabinet agenda for the meeting on 29/4/08.

22/04/2008 Viking Direct Sales Catalogue.

22/04/2008 BSHAG Details of job vacancy.

22/04/2008 Viking Direct Sales Catalogue.

23/04/2009 BBC Weekly list of planning applications. Includes 08/00346/OUT

23/04/2008 Spaldings Sales information.

23/04/2008 BBC Planning application 08/00150/FUL Permission granted.

24/04/2008 Alliance Leicester Sales information.

24/04/2008 BBC List of weekly Mayor's engagements for the period 28/4/08-4/5/08. None in Trowell.

25/04/2008 JTF Sales leaflet.

25/04/2008 JTF Sales leaflet.

25/04/2008 CPRE 2007 Annual Report.

25/04/2008 Notts County NHS Teaching PCT Public Board Meeting Notice Placed on main noticeboard.

26/04/2008 Nottingham NG9 April Newsletter.

29/04/2008 BBC Weekly list of planning applications. Includes 08/00357/FUL & 08/00376/FUL.

29/04/2008 BBC Community Safety Forum Agenda for the meeting on 8/5/08.

29/04/2008 BSHAG Email regarding the Homelessness Strategy Consultation Event.

29/04/2008 BBC Planning application 08/00357/FUL Passed to MB/LH

29/04/2008 BBC Planning application 08/00346/OUT Passed to MB/LH

29/04/2008 Unit Self Store Sales leaflet.

30/04/2008 Stage Systems Sales Email

01/05/2008 Makro Sales catalogue.

01/05/2008 BBC List of weekly Mayor's engagements for the period 5/5/08-11/5/08. None in Trowell.

01/05/2008 Viking Direct Sales Catalogue.

01/05/2008 Viking Direct Sales catalogue.

01/05/2008 BBC Planning Application 08/00376/FUL Passed to MB/LH

01/05/2008 RCAN Copy of Rural Voice & AGM notification. Copy of AGM notification passed to all Members.

02/05/2008 Viking Direct Sales Catalogue.

02/05/2008 Spaldings Sales leaflet.

02/05/2008 Bumpi's Big Adventure Play Centre information.

02/05/2008 Nisbets Sales Catalogue.

03/05/2008 Viking Direct Sales Catalogue.

06/05/2008 Viking Direct Sales Catalogue.

06/05/2008 Furniture @ Work Sales Catalogue.

06/05/2008 NCC Countylink Copies to Chair, Chair of Committees & Clerk.

07/05/2008 BBC Weekly list of planning applications. None in Trowell.

07/05/2008 Nisbets Sales Catalogue.

08/05/2008 BBC List of weekly Mayor's engagements for the period 12/5/08-14/5/08. None in Trowell.

08/05/2008 BBC List of weekly Mayor's engagements for the period 14/5/08 - 18/5/08. None in Trowell.

16/08. TO RECEIVE COMMITTEE REPORTS ETC AS APPROPRIATE.
Newsletter Editorial Committee Meeting.
The minutes of the Newsletter Editorial Committee were moved by Cllr. Bryant, seconded by Cllr. Mrs. Bryant. All in favour.

County & Borough Councillor's Report.
It was noted that the contents of Cllr. Rigby's report had been dealt elsewhere on the agenda.

School Governor's Report.
Cllr. Lockwood reported that the school's finances are in a pretty healthy position & additional funding was received whilst the Head teacher had been away on secondment. The school is please that it is anticipated that there will be an intake of 30 new pupils in the next academic year. This helps finances & means the school can cope.

The school boiler broke down in April but the maintenance people were able to repair it in 2 days. As a consequence plans are now underway to replace the boiler entirely.

The memorial sculpture project is in an advanced stage with the children working with the sculptor on the design. It is hoped that the sculpture will be a beautiful enhancement to the school.

Cllr. Rigby asked Cllr. Lockwood if he was aware that the new boiler will most probably be a wood pellet system. Cllr. Lockwood advised that he was, but the school is also looking into a gas option although at present there is no gas on site.

Website.
Cllr. Lockwood reported that it had been a very good month with 939 page views in April.

17/08. PIT LANE IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE.
It was noted that there had been a full update during the Open Forum. The Clerk confirmed that she has passed a grant application form to Trowell FC. She has also chased the repair/relocation work quotations.

18/08. PARISH HALL PLAY PARK UPDATE.
The Clerk was pleased to report that the pathway works are now complete. It was noted that a quote is being complied by Proludic in relation to the proposed additional works but some items are currently outstanding. The Clerk updated Members on the contract situation & it was noted that a letter had been drafted on behalf of Cllr. Rigby.

Cllr. Rigby thinks Proludic's proposal for nursery swings is a great idea but thinks that a traditional slide might be a better option than the proposed spring apparatus but he has no particular objections.

The Clerk agreed to look into the slide option.

Standing orders were suspended to attend to a disturbance outside the building.
19/08. STANTON BONNA PLANNING APPLICATION.
The Clerk reported that over 100 letters of objection had been forwarded to Erewash BC on this matter. Members were also asked to note the letter of acknowledgement received from EBC.

Cllr. Bryant advised that he has heard that the actual number of letters submitted is over 200. Cllr. Mrs. Harley advised that she & her husband sent separate letters but only received one acknowledgement back from EBC.

Cllr. Rigby advised that the response he had received from EBC proved that they had not actually read the letter he had sent particularly as it was addressed to his secretary & not him.

Cllr. Lockwood commented that he had found the recent article in the Ilkeston Advertiser disturbing in that it was reported that EBC had consulted all of its statutory consultees & this clearly was not the case.

Cllr. Rigby advised that he has asked BBC to review the consultation system in regards to applications such as this. There is currently no system to inform local Councillors of such applications & he is looking into how to instigate such a system.

Cllr. Bryant commented that EBC only opposed the Toton application because of access issues.

20/08. STANTON REGENERATION ACTION PLAN.
Members were asked to note the letter from EBC/Spring.
Cllr. Lockwood enquired if anyone was able to attend the proposed meetings. Cllr. Lockwood hopes to attend the meeting on 13th June & Cllr. Hallam added that he hopes to attend at least one of the sessions.

It was agreed that the Clerk should offer Spring/EBC use of the Parish Hall on the 13th June as a possible venue for the meeting.

21/08. SIGNAGE ISSUES.
Members were asked to note the response from BBC regarding the Norwest sign.

Cllr. Rigby advised that the issues at Trowell Industries are receiving attention. It was noted that two bollards near the Stapleford Road railway bridge have been flattened.

22/08. PROBLEMS ON NOTTINGHAM ROAD.
Cllr. Rigby advised that the interactive signs contract has been placed with suppliers & it is hoped that installations will commence in the autumn. It was noted that there had been three accidents in the village in the last 3 weeks, one on each of the main roads.

23/08. PARISH HALL CCTV.
The Clerk advised that she will report further on this at the next Finance & General Purposes Committee Meeting.

24/08. TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION FROM TROWELL C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL TO USE THE PARISH HALL AS A TEMPORARY SHELTER.
There was nothing further to report on this matter.

25/08. NALC - ALL ABOUT TOWN & PARISH COUNCILS.
There was nothing further to report on this issue.

26/08. SG-ONE SECURITY SERVICES UPDATE.
The Clerk advised that she has chased the contractors as regards the monitoring tag & Members were asked to note the response received.

27/08. GREATER NOTTINGHAM - STRATEGIC HOUSING LAND AVAILABILITY ASSESSMENT.
Cllr. Rigby expects to receive a report on this by the end of the month & is lead to believe that the sites are to be assessed on a points scoring system.

28/08. FLOODING UPDATE.
Cllrs. Mr. & Mrs. Birkitt along with Mr. G. Weston attended a meeting at Kimberley Depot. A sales representative carried out demonstrations of various flood protection products. Those present were unable to make a decision there & then & the matter will be discussed in full at the next meeting of BBAC. It is hoped that BBC will be supplying a video of the demonstration to assist with this discussion. Unfortunately the group hasn't been given enough bags to simulate a flooding incident but nevertheless progress seems quite promising.

Cllr. Rigby apologized for not attending the demonstration but as he has been allocated a seat on NCC's flooding committee he would be most grateful for the names of the products involved as he would like to arrange a demonstration for that committee. It was noted that there is to be a meeting shortly regarding flooding for Nottinghamshire residents which is to take place in Lowdham.

29/08. TROWELL WELCOME PACK.
Cllr. Lockwood followed on from Cllr. Bryant's report on this matter. He said that Parish Councillor's who wished to be involved in this project were asked to attend the last PPSC meeting but no-one had turned up.

One or two fundamental issues had been discussed regarding this proposal. One is how newcomers to the village are to be identified to enable the packs to be delivered. It was suggested that NHW co-ordinators could be asked to assist in this regard. Cllr. Bryant pointed out that the electoral role can be almost a year out of date & if the statutory obligation isn't enforced it is possible that not everyone in the village will be included on the list. Cllr. Rigby commented on the regulations surrounding electoral registration being tightened.

Cllr. Lockwood proposed that this item be deferred for the time being. Seconded by Cllr. Bryant. All in favour.

Standing Orders were suspended for 20 minutes to attend to a disturbance outside the building. This resulted in the Police being called.

30/08. PLANNING APPLICATION FORMS & LOCAL VALIDATION CHECKLISTS.
The Clerk advised that she is yet to receive a response to her enquiry.

31/08. BBC REQUEST FOR SCRUITINY REVIEW.
The Clerk advised that she has submitted the request in respect of refuse collection.

It was agreed therefore to discharge this matter from the agenda.

Cllr. Mrs. McGann queried why the green recycling bin has to be used for dry recyclables & also garden rubbish, with the black bin being used for non recyclables & then glass.

Cllr. Rigby advised that the use of the black bin for garden rubbish had been overruled because of the possibility of cross-contamination with bacteria from black bin contents. He added that brown bins purely for garden rubbish are available for the price of £25 each.

32/08 STAPLEFORD WALK-IN CENTRE.
Cllr. Mrs. Bryant reported that 4 questionnaires were completed at the APM. The project is still ongoing with a review group meeting taking place on Friday. One item to be discussed is where to distribute questionnaires. Any problems are being dealt with as & when they occur & are being taken into consideration. The national standard for walk-in centres is opening hours of 8am-8pm, 7 days a week. Stapleford is currently operating 8am-6pm. The Clerk then reported her recent experience of using the centre.

33/08. 2008 PLAYSCHEMES.
Cllr. Rigby advised that he had raised this issue & is upset that the play schemes have ceased for the whole of the borough. He added that the Trowell play scheme had run for a year longer than many others. The schemes have been abandoned due to problems staffing them but he is trying to see if they can be re-instated in the future.

34/08. LOCAL GOVERNMENT PENSION SCHEME ACTUARIAL VALUATION.
Members were asked to note the content of this correspondence.

35/08 CHURCH COTTAGE BUILDING PROJECT.
Members were asked to note that a letter of support had been sent as requested.

36/08. PLANNING APPLICATION 08/00282 - UPLANDS FARM, COSSALL ROAD, TROWELL.
It was noted that no objections had been received & so the Clerk had responded accordingly.

Cllr. Rigby that in the immediate vicinity this application has caused uproar & he has therefore called it in. This means the planning committee at BBC will be asked to make a decision rather than it being left to the delegated powers of officers. The planning application is for office buildings but the design is such that these could easily be converted into apartments. Residents are concerned that this is the beginning of more applications. It was noted that Cllr. Rigby will be speaking against this application when it is considered by the Borough Council.

37/08. REVIEW OF THE 2008 ANNUAL PARISH MEETING.
The Clerk advised that all queries raised have been acted upon.

Cllr. Rigby commented that many years ago he tried to get the 30mph speed limit moved on Cossall Road to allow traffic calming measures to be introduced away from homes on the road. However, this request was declined as the costs involved were prohibitive.

Cllr. Mrs. Harley wished to place on record that she thought the Chairman had handled a difficult meeting very well. Cllr. Hallam thanked Cllr. Mrs. Harley for her comments.

38/08. 2008 PARKING ENFORCEMENT CHANGES.
Members were asked to note the correspondence which had been circulated previously.

39/08. THE LOCAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK NEWSLETTER - TOWARDS 2026.
Members were asked to note the document. Cllr. Rigby asked Members to note the future homes Committee.

40/08. REVIEW OF STANDING ORDERS & CHAIRMANSHIP.
The Clerk asked Members for any comments or suggestions on this matter.

41/08. NCC - BECOME A SCHOOL GOVERNOR CAMPAIGN.
Members were asked to note the information provided.

42/08. LONG EATON CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN.
It was noted that any comments on the plan should be referred to the Clerk.

43/08. COUNTY COUNCIL CIVIC SERVICE.
It was noted that unfortunately no-one was able to attend.

44/08. THE BEST PLACE FOR HEALTH CONSULTATION.
Cllr. Mrs. Bryant advised that a great deal of effort has been put into this document, with various public engagement events planned around the county.

Initial opinions have indicated that it is probably unlikely that this new facility will be located in the south of the county due to services already being available in this part of the county. However, the PCT still want views from people living in the south of the county. It was noted that this is a freepost questionnaire. It was noted that in the Derbyshire version it highlights that boundary issues affect Trowell. Members were advised that every PCT in the country is carrying out this type of consultation.

Cllr. Mrs. Bryant went on to say that walk-in centres are to be led by GP's not nurses. Ilkeston has been suggested as a possible option which is quite surprising. Cllr. Mrs. Bryant reminded Members that she had circulated some questionnaires to Members a few months ago - "Our NHS Our Future". The report generated from this consultation is now available & copies are available. This initial consultation is nowhere near finished & the consultation process starts again in the summer.

45/08. STOP THE DROP - CPRE'S ANTI-LITTER & FLY TIPPING CAMPAIGN.
Cllr. Lockwood commented that as a Parish Council Trowell does pretty well on these issues. Cllr. Rigby agreed with Cllr. Lockwood's sentiments & supports Broxtowe. He added that whilst local authorities charge for commercial waste disposal fly tipping will always occur.

46/08. THE MAGIC OF PANTOMIME.
It was agreed to defer this item until costings have been obtained.

Cllr. Birkitt commented that this would be of great interest, particularly to younger people. Cllr. Mrs. Bryant thinks it is a wonderful idea but is concerned whether the Council could pull it off & at the right price. She added that as many volunteer helpers as possible would have to be recruited.

47/08. PLANNING PORTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.
Members were asked to note this item. The Clerk advised that Cllr. Mrs. Cardwell has already responded to this questionnaire.

48/08. REVIEW OF HOMES FOR OLDER PEOPLE.
Cllr. Mrs. Bryant advised that one of the homes recommended to close is Beauvale Court which is the nearest home to Trowell. It was noted that day services & respite care is to remain which is good news. It was noted that the homes recommended for closure as they would not be able to be brought up to required standards.

Cllr. Rigby advised that he did speak against this at NCC as concern had been generated because Beauvale Court does take people that extra care won't cover. The nearest home from Beauvale Court is at Hucknall. He is concerned whether or not Hucknall can take the additional patients & also whether transport for relatives can be provided if required.

49/08. FINANCIAL POSITION TO DATE.
Cllr. Lockwood moved to accept the statement. Seconded by Cllr. Rigby. All in favour.

50/08. TO APPROVE ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT.
Cllr. Lockwood moved the following accounts for payment. Seconded by Cllr. Birkitt. All in favour.

INVOICES FOR APPROVAL - COUNCIL 13TH MAY 2008.

SUPPLIER. AMOUNT £. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE. CHEQUE NO. DATE PAID/TO BE PAID.
BBC 686.50 Grounds Maintenance Contract. 100977 31/03/2008

British Gas Business 333.39 Parish Hall Gas Supply Direct Debit 31/03/2008

Lloyds TSB 465.89 March Security Patrols 100978 31/03/2008

Mrs. A. K. Mitchell 10.78 Postage 100979 08/04/2008

Notts. A.L.C. 317.11 Annual Subscription. 100980 08/04/2008

Mr. T. Dutton 15.00 Parish Hall window cleaning. 100981 08/04/2008

Mr. T. Dutton 13.00 Mobile Phone 100982 08/04/2008

Connect For Ltd 2,931.63 Replacement photocopier/printer. 100983 08/04/2008

Mark Douglas Industrial Supplies Ltd 44.18 Parish Hall Sundries 100984 08/04/2008

Nildram 25.99 Broadband Connection. Direct Debit 01/04/2008

Post Office 33.00 Postage. Visa 10/04/2008

Notts. A.L.C. 40.00 Course Fees. 100985 10/04/2008

Mrs. A. K. Mitchell 6.64 Photo frame 100986 10/04/2008

Post Office 50.52 Postage. Visa 11/04/2008

Mrs. A. K. Mitchell 965.80 April 2008 Salary 100987 18/04/2008

Mr. T. Dutton 562.96 April 2008 Salary 100988 18/04/2008

NCC 451.65 April 2008 LGPS Contributions 100989 18/04/2008

Bramcote & District Ladies Probus Club 16.20 Refund of overpaid hall hire. 100990 17/04/2008

Cllr. G. Lockwood 15.00 Website maintenance payment. 100991 22/04/2008

Mrs. A. K. Mitchell 13.53 Stationery & APM Refreshments. 100992 22/04/2008

Post Office 26.00 Postage. Visa 21/04/2008

Post Office 29.84 Postage. Visa 18/04/2008

Viking Direct 59.90 Leaflet Rack & Stapler Visa 28/04/2008

Post Office 32.40 Postage Visa 02/05/2008

Mrs. A. K. Mitchell 5.23 Parish Hall Sundries 100993 09/05/2008

Mr. T. Dutton 13.00 Mobile phone 100994 09/05/2008

Mr. T. Dutton 15.00 Parish Hall window cleaning 100995 09/05/2008

British Gas Business 162.54 Parish Hall Gas supply Direct Debit 07/04/2008

Mark Douglas Industrial Supplies Ltd 17.08 Caretaking Materials 100996 09/05/2008

Mark Douglas Industrial Supplies Ltd 79.67 Caretaking Materials 100997 09/05/2008

SPG Construction Ltd 1,968.12 Pathway repairs & improvements. 100998 09/05/2008

Nildram 25.99 Broadband Connection. 100999 09/05/2008

9,433.54

51/08. CLERK'S REPORT.
The Clerk had nothing further to report at this point.

52/08. TO DECIDE ITEMS FOR PRESS RELEASE.
The following items were suggested for the next press release:
- New Council structure
- New Council Meetings schedule.

53/08. Date of next meeting.
Tuesday 8th July 2008.

The meeting closed at approximately 9.45pm.

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