September 2021 Minutes
INGOLDMELLS PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD AT THE COUNCIL OFFICES, SKEGNESS ROAD, ON MONDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 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: 3
The representative from Coastal Sounds gave a presentation to those present to encourage support from Council members to find a new location for his radio station.
Present:
Cllr’s B Vincent (Chairman), S Chamberlain (Vice Chairman), M Holyer, Cllr Mrs J Ellis, A Stubbins, J Sargent, S Walmsley.
1. APOLOGIES
Cllr Mrs A Wormald, Cllr L Hemingway, S Chambers, Cllr C Davie, District and County Council representative for the Parish. No apologies were received from Cllr G Clements
2. CONFLICTS OF INTERESTS
None received
3. TO CONFIRM THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON THE 5 JULY 2021
Cllr Holyer proposed that the minutes be confirmed, seconded by Cllr Stubbins. RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY – No matters arising
4. TO CONFIRM THE MINUTES OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON THE 26 JULY
Cllr Holyer proposed that the minutes be confirmed. Seconded by Cllr Sargent– RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY – No matters arising
5. TO CONFIRM THE MINUTES OF THE GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON THE 26 JULY 2021
Cllr Holyer proposed that the minutes be confirmed which was seconded by Cllr Walmsley. There were no matters arising. RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY
6. TO APPROVE A LIST OF JULY ACCOUNTS SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION
Cllr Holyer proposed that the accounts be confirmed. Seconded by Cllr Chambers– RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY
7. TO APPROVE A LIST OF AUGUST ACCOUNTS FOR CONSIDERATION
Cllr Sargent proposed that the accounts be confirmed which was seconded by Cllr Stubbins. RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY
8. TO CONSIDER ANY HEALTH & SAFETY MATTERS
The antisocial parking problems around the village and on Sea Lane were mentioned along with the problems that obstructions on the footpaths cause to pedestrians
9. TO CONSIDER THE REMOVAL OF THE COPSE AREA IN GLEBE PARK TO ALLOW VISABILITY FOR THE SAFETY OF CHILDREN AND VULNERABLE ADULTS.
The Clerk informed those present that a situation had been reported to her whereby a concrete picnic bench had been removed by those unknown to the area of bushes in Glebe Park. On investigation the Clerk saw alcohol bottles and cans along with drug paraphernalia. The Clerk requested that the hedges are removed so to allow for visibility and safety in that area of Glebe Park. The recommendation was supported by members present. Cllr Mrs Ellis proposed the removal of the bushes which was seconded by Cllr Stubbins. RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY
10. TO DISCUSS IF THE COUNCIL ARE IN A POSITION TO SUPPORT COASTAL SOUNDS WITH FINDING A NEW LOCATION.
Cllr Walmsley opened the discussion which had been presented by Mr Chris Tucker in the public participation section of the meeting. Council members discussed if the Council could accommodate the request to offer space in the Council Offices or Royal Arthur Community Hall. A cupboard in the Royal Arthur was deemed a suitable place by some Councillors, although the health & safety and security aspects were not ideal. Members decided that as Warwick Health Care are presently hiring the Royal Arthur Community Centre as a vaccination hub for the foreseeable future it is not an option at this present time. Cllr Vincent proposed that if the need is still there in the future then the Council could discuss again, however, at this point in time they could not support the request. Cllr Chamberlain seconded the proposal. All present with the exception of Cllr Walmsley were in favour: RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY
11. TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS AS TO HOW THE WELCOME BACK FUNDING WILL BE UTILISED FOR THE VILLAGE
Discussion took place with regards as to how the Welcome Back funding could be utilised. The general consensus was that it should be spent on both play equipment for Glebe Park and piece of gym equipment. The Clerk was also requested to contact Swifts Football Club to ask if they have a defibrillator as Cllr Sargent proposed that this would be a good use of the funding. Cllr Mrs Ellis proposed that the funding be spent as on play and gym equipment which was seconded by Cllr Chamberlain - RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY
12. TO CONSIDER A REQUEST FROM AN OWNER OF INGOLDMELLS BEACH TO LEASE THE BEACH TO THE COUNCIL FOR £1 PER YEAR – LEAD BY CLLR S WALMSLEY
The above agenda item was brought back to the Council for a formal resolution as there was a feeling by Cllr Walmsley that the matter had not been resolved by the Council at the previous meeting. A short discussion took place regarding the funding and responsibilities of maintaining Ingoldmells private beach. Cllr B Vincent stated that public money could not be spent on private land and he proposed that the Council do not discuss this matter further and that the beach waste responsibility lies with the beach owner and ELDC Officers. He also requested that the Clerk notify all parties concerned of the Council’s decision. Cllr S Chamberlain seconded the proposal. All members in attendance with the exception of Cllr Walmsley were in favour. RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY
13. TO CONSIDER THE RELINING OF THE CAR PARK
Discussion took place amongst members concerning the faded bay markings in the car park. The relining of the car park had previously been discussed at an earlier meeting and Cllr Holyer had asked a contractor to provide a quotation which the Clerk included in the Councillor packs. An increase in the car park income has been substantial and the maintenance of the car park is essential. Cllr Vincent proposed that the Clerk source other quotes to bring back to the next Council meeting, seconded by Cllr Holyer.
14. TO CONSIDER ESTIMATES TO REPLACE THE FENCING IN GLEBE PARK USING 106 AGREEMENT FUNDING
Discussion took place with regards to the 106 agreement funding being used to install robust metal fencing at the front perimeter of Glebe Park. Two quotes were presented to Council members who discussed the materials to be used. Cllr Vincent proposed that members accept the lower of the two quotations based on value for money. Members were in agreement that the work should commence as soon as possible and that the Clerk proceed with requesting the funding as soon as the information is available. Cllr Mrs Ellis seconded the proposal - RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY
15. TO RECEIVE NOTIFICATION OF ANY PLANNING PERMISSIONS, REFUSALS, AMENDMENTS
None received
16. TO CONSIDER ANY NEW PLANNING APPLICATIONS
S/090/01746/21 – SEALANDS CARAVAN PARK, ROMAN BANK, INGOLDMELLS, PE25 1JU – The erection of a detached reception building with a second floor apartment on the site of the existing buildings. Cllr Chamberlain proposed that the application be approved, seconded by Cllr Stubbins.
17. TO RECEIVE FEEDBACK FROM COUNCILLORS WHO SERVE UPON OUTSIDE BODIES
Cllr Mrs Ellis and Cllr Walmsley attended a presentation from the Safer Streets Partnership team at Skegness Town Hall on Friday 3rd September. Cllr Mrs Ellis and Cllr Walmsley reported that it was an enjoyable event with active participation by those in attendance.
18. TO RECEIVE VERBAL REPORTS FROM THE CHAIRMAN AND CLERK
The Clerk reported the following:
- Metric have increased the agreement charges from the 1st November 2021 by 3%
- Maintenance jobs have been completed in the Royal Arthur toilets and also the Office toilet. Heater guards and brackets have been replaced in the R A and the urinal control checked, a broken water heater has been replaced in the Office toilet.
- The Licence agreement to the Countryman PH has been received for the review of contents and if agreeable for signiature by both parties.
- A new fire security system has been installed in the Royal Arthur Community hall and library
- The fire extinguishers in the Royal Arthur Community hall, the library and office have been inspected for this year
- Litter picking scheme Community Library if anyone is interested
- Parking enforcement officers have been visible throughout the village
- The Chairman of the Cemetery Committee has had to change the date of the meeting to the 4th October (the following week)
- Safer Streets – Ingoldmells Funding BID meeting in September (date to be notified)
- The Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) for various reasons there were time delays in agreeing for a representative to go on training. This has resulted in Ingoldmells not being included in the new PSPO applied for in November. The Clerk had requested PSPO training for herself before November but that has been denied. Cllr Colin Davie is going to speak to officers at ELDC to see if anything else can be done.
- Skegness & Mablethorpe Transport Strategy Workshop
- Skegness Neighbourhood Development Plan Consultation
- car park takings from 1 April to 6/9/2021
19 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 not in attendance at the meeting.
20. TO TRANSACT ANY OTHER BUSINESS
No further business was brought to the attention of members.
21. TO DISPOSE OF ANY CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
- Welcome Back funding – e mail
- East Lindsey District Council – consultation regarding the review of Gambling licence policy
- Town & Parish Newsletter x 3
- East Lindsey Messenger – x3
- play equipment catalogue ( 1 in office and 1 sent by e mail)
- Outdoor gym equipment sent by e mail
- The Rural Bulletin – June 2021
- Skegness & Mablethorpe Transport Strategy Workshop
- Skegness Neighbourhood Development Plan Consultation
- The meeting of the Council closed at 8.55pm
Date of the next Meeting of the Council – Monday 11th October 2021 at 7.15pm
Chairman of the Council..…………………………………………………………………………
Clerk to the Council and RFO ……………………………………………………………………
19th October 2021