November 2021 Minutes
INGOLDMELLS PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD AT THE ST PETER’S HALL, INGOLDMELLS, ON WEDNESDAY 10 NOVEMBER 2021
The Chairman welcomed all present and informed them that the meeting would be recorded and would include the public session.
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: 4
Resident 1 thanked the Parish Council for the provision of the new fence in Glebe Park. Resident 2 spoke of access to the promenade when the flood defence gate is shut. He stated that the side gate is locked and bolted which does not allow him access in his mobility vehicle. The Clerk shall contact the Environment Agency to ascertain if the side gate should be locked and bolted or allow access. Resident 3 informed those present that his private food bank is supporting two to three people a day and has raised £600 in donations over the past week. Resident 3 asked Cllr Colin Davie what is his opinion of people staying in their caravan and being allowed as a member on the Parish Council. The Clerk replied that all information required was on to Electoral Services. Cllr Davie commented that the matter of people residing in caravans is being investigated by East Lindsey District Council
Present:
Cllr’s S Chamberlain (Vice Chairman), M Holyer, L Hemingway, , Cllr Mrs A Wormald, Cllr’s A Stubbins, J Sargent, G Clements, Cllr C Davie, District and County Council representative for the Parish
1. APOLOGIES
Cllr S Chambers, Cllr Mrs J Ellis, S Walmsley. Apologies received in advance from Cllr B Vincent (Chairman) and Cllr G Clements
2. CONFLICTS OF INTERESTS
None received
3. TO CONFIRM THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON THE 19th OCTOBER 2021
Cllr Hemingway proposed that the minutes be confirmed, seconded by Cllr Stubbins. RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY with no matters arising.
4. TO CONFIRM THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON THE 11th OCTOBER 2021
Cllr Sargent proposed that the minutes be confirmed, seconded by Cllr Hemingway. RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY with no matters arising.
5. TO CONFIRM THE MINUTES OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON THE 18th OCTOBER 2021
Cllr Hemingway proposed that the minutes be confirmed, seconded by Cllr Mrs Wormald. RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY with no matters arising.
6. TO CONFIRM THE MINUTES OF THE GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON THE 18th OCTOBER 2021
Cllr Holyer proposed that the minutes be confirmed, seconded by Cllr Hemingway.All members present were in favour.
Matters arising: Discussion took place following the Clerk informing members that a planning application is required to install a new window in the Council Offices. Some Councillors felt that a further expense may invalidate the need to install another window. Cllr Holyer suggested that if the matter needed to be revisited then two Councillors should write to the Clerk before the next meeting in order to have it as an item on the agenda. Cllr Sargent stated that he did not support the suggestion.
7 TO APPROVE A LIST OF OCTOBER ACCOUNTS SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION
Cllr Sargent proposed that the accounts be confirmed. Seconded by Cllr Hemingway– RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY
8. TO CONSIDER ANY HEALTH & SAFETY MATTERS
No Health & Safety matters were discussed
9. TO RECEIVE AN UPDATE FROM THE MANAGER OF LINCOLNSHIRE COASTAL DESTINATION BID
Nicola McGarry, the BID Manager provided an overview of the work of the team throughout the summer season and plans for activities during the winter months. The work of the team covers twenty two miles of coastline and up to eleven miles inland. There are four key areas to the BID’s activities: events, environmental projects, marketing and business support. Ms McGarry stated that there have been twenty five supported events across the coast since June of this year. Podcasts have been produced, training courses have been provided for business development and also to support individual’s skills sets. The rangers who are employed by the BID have completed some outstanding work from the following: setting up events and marshalling them, cleaning graffiti, planting and watering plants in Ingoldmells and along the coast, organising and conducting beach cleans and many other tasks to support the coastal area. A resident asked Ms McGarry if the rumour that the BID had awarded Fantasy Island £20,000 was correct. Ms McGarry refuted the claim and replied that this was not true. A resident asked why the Coastal Destination BID had not arranged an event at Ingoldmells, the BID Manager explained that Ingoldmells had a large number of seasonal visitors in a compacted area of entertainment attractions and that an organised event could cause further obstructions to highways and the overstretched infrastructure.
10. TO DECIDE UPON HOW THE WELCOME BACK TO THE HIGH STREET FUNDING SHALL BE SPENT
Following a discussion on how to spend the funding, Cllr Sargent proposed that the seat by the bus stop outside BEC be replaced with a concrete seat, with coloured slats on the top. The proposal was seconded by Cllr Stubbins. Cllr Holyer abstained from voting although all other supported the proposal. The Clerk suggested that members also consider novelty waste bins to encourage children to dispose of waste. Following discussion, Cllr Holyer proposed that three bins are purchased for the village. The bins shall be located at Glebe Park, Queen Elizabeth playing fields and outside Hardy’s Animal Farm. Cllr Hemingway seconded the proposal. Further suggestions are to be discussed at subsequent meetings.
11. TO RECEIVE NOTIFICATION OF ANY PLANNING PERMISSIONS, REFUSALS, AMENDMENTS
Full Planning Permission - S/090/01920/21 – Butlins Skyline Ltd – Erection of playground equipment to a maximum height of 14.1m and extension and alterations to existing café building to provide a covered seating area. Existing tennis courts to be removed.
12. TO CONSIDER ANY NEW PLANNING APPLICATIONS
S/090/02309/21 –Ingoldmells Treatment Works, Boltons Lane, Ingoldmells: Planning Permission: 1 Compound Extension, existing mast is moving 4m north, installation of a cable gantry, a electricity meter cabinet, installation of new fencing around the compound extension, a proposed GPS node, 6 no antennae, 1 no relocated, 600mm diameter transmission link dish Cllr Holyer proposed that the application be supported, this was seconded by Cllr Stubbins – all in favour
S/002/01844/21 – Land South of Mill Road, Addlethorpe: Planning Permission – Change of use of land for the siting of 490 static caravans, erection of a reception building, provision of a waste area, excavation of land to form a pond, construction of vehicular access, pedestrian access and internal access roads with associated car parking and landscaping – Following deep discussion, the application was strongly objected to by all Councillors present. Cllr Holyer proposed against the application, seconded by Cllr Hemingway. All were in agreement to the objection
S/090/02233/21 – Waterside Beach Shop, Roman Bank, Ingoldmells – Planning Permission – Extension to existing shop to provide an additional sale area. The planning application was supported by a proposal from Cllr Holyer, which was seconded by Cllr Hemingway. Cllr Sargent abstained from the vote but all other Councillors present were in favour.
S/090/01519/21 – Merrimeade, Sea Lane, Ingoldmells – siting of a static caravan to be used by family members of the existing dwelling Merrimeade (which is presently on site) Council members had no objection to the application. Cllr Hemingway proposed the Council support the request, seconded by Cllr Mrs Wormald. Cllr’s Holyer and Chamberlain abstained and all other Councillors present were in agreement.
13. TO RECEIVE FEEDBACK FROM COUNCILLORS WHO SERVE ON OUTSIDE BODIES
Cllr Mrs Wormald informed those present of details of the Christmas Fayre taking place at St Peter’s Hall, Ingoldmells on Saturday 4th December between 10am and 1pm. General discussion took place and it was suggested that the Christmas Lights be switched on the afternoon of Saturday 4th December. This was confirmed by the Clerk.
14. TO RECEIVE VERBAL REPORTS FROM THE CHAIRMAN AND CLERK
The Clerk reported the following:
- JC Fencing have completed the new fence in Glebe Park
- The Clerk has reclaimed the cost of installing the fence through section 106 agreement funding
- The Clerk has received information from an ELDC planning officer that a planning application shall need to be made in order to install a new window in the office building. This is because the office is a public building.
- Maintenance checks were conducted on the air heating units in both the Royal Arthur Community hall and the Library
- The Clerk has been in e mail correspondence with a LCC Highways Officer who has recommended that bollards are placed on the highways footbath outside the Heron/Poundland/Cooplands area on Sea Lane. She is going to investigate if seats can be placed in this area, they cannot be placed near the road for Health &Safety concerns. The area that is not Highways is privately owned so this could cause issues and permission would need to be sought. The Clerk e mailed photographs of the area the officer and is awaiting feedback.
- Novelty bins for children seem to be at a maximum of 120 litres
- The Clerk has acquired information to purchase a Beacon for the Queens Platinum Jubilee - £500 (mobile gas lit) would Councillors consider supporting a decision & implementation?
15. 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 was in attendance at the meeting and provided the following information:
The Carbon footprint and the effect of it on society. Cllr Davie would like all Parish Council’s to consider how they can make reductions. Cllr Mrs Wormald remarked that one problem that could be addressed by ELDC is: the waste deposited on Ingoldmells beach throughout the tourist season. Cllr Davie spoke of the Green Tourism toolkit for businesses. He also spoke of the large amount of solar farm applications that have been submitted in the County. Cllr Davie kindly offered to contribute towards Ingoldmells Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations. He mentioned the Warm Grants fund and also; that, due to the shortage of qualified professionals there will possibly be huge challenges to employ gritter drivers this winter. Other subject areas that Cllr Davie referred to were challenges in the increased costs of fuel and general living costs this winter and the expected continuing Covid crisis.
16. TO TRANSACT ANY OTHER BUSINESS
Cllr Stubbins reminded those present of the time to assemble for the Remembrance Day service at St Peter and St Paul Church on the 14th November. The Vice Chairman, Cllr Chamberlain informed those present that Cllr Chambers has submitted his resignation. The Clerk shall report Cllr Chambers resignation to the Returning Officer.
17. TO DISPOSE OF ANY CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
- e mail from the representative at the Countryman PH regarding the Licence Agreement
- The Rural Bulletin – 9 November
- Lets Talk Lincolnshire
- Town & Parish Newsletter - October
- Update: Environment Agency Saltfleet to Gibraltar point
- Planning applications by e mail
- Advanced notification of improved street lighting scheme
The meeting of the Council closed at 9.05pm
Date of the next Meeting of the Council – Wednesday 15th December 2021 at 7.15pm
Chairman of the Council..…………………………………………………………………………
Clerk to the Council and RFO ……………………………………………………………………
15th December 2021