December 2019 Minutes
Ingoldmells Parish Council
Minutes of the Parish Council meeting held in the council chamber on Monday 9 December 2019
The Chairman welcomed all present and informed them that the meeting would be recorded and would include the public session.
The Chairman reminded all present of the procedure for evacuating the building in the event of an emergency and on the use of mobile phones. He also reminded the public that they were not permitted to voice a view or speak when Council went into session and that the standards of the Council Constitution would be followed.
Public session
Members of the public present: 9
Mr Darnell reported concerns of bad pot holes on the high street and outside the post office which he commented are dangerous. Conversation took place regarding highways list of outstanding jobs. Members of the public spoke their concerns of the planning application received – S/090/02148/19 - Planning permission to the erection of a dormer bungalow to be used for holiday accommodation on land at the back of Dunromin, Skegness Road. Neighbouring residents voiced their concerns on the effect that the proposed property could have on their peace and tranquility. The Council agreed that an objection should be raised by the Council on the residents’ behalf. Concerned residents and interested parties were also advised to raise their own objections.
There being no other matters raised the Council went into formal session.
Present:
Cllrs B Vincent (Chairman ) M Holyer, L Hemingway, J Sargent, T Stubbins, S Chamberlain, B Bellis, Cllr C Davie, District and County Council representative for the Parish
1. Apologies
Councillors Mrs A Wormald (Vice Chairwoman), Mrs J Ellis, S Chambers, S Walmsley
2. Conflicts of interests
None declared
3. To confirm the minutes of the council meeting held on the 11th November 2019
The minutes were confirmed by Cllr T Stubbins and seconded by Cllr J Sargent
All approved with the exception of Cllr B Vincent who was not present at the meeting.
4. To approve a list of accounts submitted for consideration
Cllr M Holyer proposed that the accounts be confirmed. Cllr L Hemingway seconded the proposition - resolved unanimously
5. To discuss the code of conduct and recent breaches of it
The agenda item has been held until the next meeting as the Councillor in question was not present.
6. To discuss the accessibility of public footpaths for disabled people
Cllr Bellis informed those present of the difficulties he and his wife have experienced when wanting to take country walks together. The public footpaths within and surrounding Ingoldmells do not allow accessibility for those using motorised disability vehicles. He noted that the footpath on the duck dyke has three gates to maneuver through, many footpaths have not been maintained or even the grass cut. Cllr Davie is aware that the footpaths are up for review and the Clerk to arrange a meeting with Jonathan Stockdale, the highways officer for footpaths in order to determine the latest information and a definitive map of the local footpaths. The meeting was proposed by Cllr Vincent and seconded by Cllr Hemingway. All present raised their hands in favour.
7 to consider any health & safety matters
It was reported that a seat on the duck dyke is sunken into the ground and looks in poor repair. The Clerk was asked to arrange removal of it. Cllr Chamberlain suggested that a new footpath is required leading from the end of the high street down to Swifts football club. The concern is that the area is unsafe for those walking either by day or night. Cllr Davie said that minor works and footpaths are on hold pending an announcement in February. He also informed the meeting that a new senior highways officer is in post and acknowledged that footpaths need to be addressed.
8. To receive notification of any planning permissions, refusals or amendments
S/090/01842/19 – John Ling & Son Ltd – Application to remove Condition No 13 (Routing Agreement) Caravan Site at the Limes, High Street, Ingoldmells
Cllr Chamberlain had requested further information from the planning officer.
The proposal met no objection and was approved by Cllr Vincent and seconded by Cllr Holyer. All present were in favour.
9 to consider any new planning applications
S/090/02148/19 –Mr D Storer .Planning permission – Erection of a dormer bungalow to be used for holiday accommodation. at land the rear of Dunromin, Skegness Road, Ingoldmells, PE25 1NL
Council members considered the proposal and agreed to object to the new planning application based on several material factors. :Cllr Holyer proposed the objection seconded by Cllr Hemingway. All Councillors present raised their hands in favour.
S/090/02186/19 – Laver Leisure Ltd. Planning permission – Siting of a static caravan and construction of an access road Sealands Caravan Park, Roman Bank, Ingoldmells, PE25 1JU
Council members raised no objection to the planning application which was proposed by Cllr Hemingway and seconded by Cllr Vincent. All Councillors present raised their hands in favour.
10. To discuss the setting of the 2020/2021 budget
Discussion took place with regards to the budget setting process for 2020/2021. The Clerk asked Councillors to start thinking of essential project areas. Those mentioned at the meeting were: the painting and guilding of the Ingoldmells village signs, which have been estimated at £950 plus VAT. Only one estimate was received for the planting and maintenance of the flower tubs and baskets of which was for £5380 including VAT. Other project areas mentioned are: the purchase and installation of a new flag pole, maintenance of the bus shelters, installation of electric charging points in the car park, a trial of mini meadows, a disabled family bench and a new piece of play equipment for a disabled child in Glebe park. Further discussion took place with regards to the maintenance of the closed churchyard railings and the responsibility for them. The Clerk shall contact the diocese for clarification of the line of responsibility for the churchyard railings. The Clerk shall speak with the manager of the Coastal destination BID to ascertain if a new application to replant and maintain the baskets and tubs can be considered.
11. To receive verbal reports from the chairman and clerk
The Clerk reported the following:
• The updated timeline for the repair of the vandalised car park machines is the w/c Monday 2nd December
• The Clerk produced photographic evidence of litter and dog fouling from the walk she took with the Community Warden along the sea front. The evidence was
presented with other photographs to a senior officer from ELDC at a meeting held in the Council offices to discuss the beach ongoing problems. • Notification has been received from Lindsey Marsh Drainage board that the dyke running along the back of the car park shall be removed of rubbish, work starting before Christmas.
• The Clerk reported that a Community meeting took place on the 27th November in the Royal Arthur Hall to discuss the types of events that the community and holiday makers may enjoy and support during 2020. Despite the posters advertising the meeting being distributed around the village, Beacon medical practice, and the school only eleven members of the public attended. The most popular suggestion was for a music festival in Glebe Park. Three members of the public and six Councillors volunteered themselves to be on an events working group. A further meeting will take place on Tuesday 7th January to discuss the idea in greater detail.
• Following the November Council meeting the Clerk reported that she had submitted an objection to East Lindsey District Council on the proposed removal of three public telephone boxes in Ingoldmells.
• Information was presented to the Council informing them of a meeting to take place on the 16th December with regards to Alfa Electric Car Charging points
• The Urban Highways Parish Agreement scheme will continue to apply for 2020/21. Ingoldmells Parish Council will receive a sum of £2355.56 as a contributory payment for three safety cuts within the year.
12. To discuss community matters which need referring to the district/county council representative for a response
Cllr C Davie, District and County Council representative for the Parish informed the meeting that a new Senior Highways officer had been appointed and that Cllr Davie will set up a meeting with him and the Chairman to discuss the problems of traffic enforcement on Sea Lane. Discussion took place regarding the poor maintenance of the highways and footpaths around the village and Sea Lane which will also be pointed out on the walk. Cllr Davie stated that he shall speak with Councillor Craig Leyland, Leader of the Council and Portfolio Holder for Corporate Affairs at East Lindsey District Council to inform him of the ongoing litter problems on the private beaches at Ingoldmells.
Cllr Davie shall ask the enforcement team how many parking tickets were issued in Ingoldmells in 2019.
The Police & Crime Commissioner elections will take place next year, therefore, the Council need to be fully informed of what to request. Competitive bids for the Town Fund are taking place which Ingoldmells should be involved in. Cllr Davie informed the meeting that a press announcement will take place on the 7th February of which we should all be aware.
13. To transact any other business
• The 2020 CCTV agreement between East Lindsey District Council and Ingoldmells Parish Council was presented to the Council and duly signed by the Chairman, Cllr
Vincent. The proposal to continue with the agreement was moved by Cllr Hemingway and seconded by Cllr Sargent. • The Head teacher of Ingoldmells Academy wrote a letter to the Parish Council to request funding in order to purchase of a set of British Values signs for the school. The Council considered the request and declined to approve it. The proposal was moved by Cllr Vincent and seconded by Cllr Hemingway. Cllr Chamberlain abstained from the vote while all other Councillors present raised their hands in favour.
• Cllr Stubbins informed the meeting that he will be involved in setting up a food bank alongside Mr Rob Stevens of the Manhattan Show bar. The foodbank will be delivered from either the Copper Kettle coffee shop or Manhattan Show bar, both situated on Sea Lane.
14. To dispose of any correspondence received
• Planning applications and amendments – e mailed
• Notification of planned highways works – e mailed
• LALC Weekly News Update
• Estimate for the refurbishment of the village signs
• Estimate for the planting and maintenance of the flower tubs and baskets for 2020
The meeting of the Council closed at 8.50 pm
Date of the next Meeting of the Council – Monday 13th January 2020 at 7.15pm
Chairman of the Council..…………………………………………………………………………
Clerk to the Council and RFO ……
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13th January 2020