CALLINGTON TOWN COUNCIL

24^th February 2009 at 7.00.pm

Council Chamber 

PRESS CALL The outgoing Town Clerk, Lynda Small, in the presence of the Portreeve & Mayor and Deputy Portreeve & Deputy Mayor, ceremoniously handed over the keys of office to the incoming Town Clerk, Vernon Anderson

 

Prayers. The meeting commenced with a reading and a prayer from the Rev. Peter Sharpe.

 

Public Session  Mr. D. Jones requested an update with regard to the removal of the memorial trees on Launceston Rd – Cllr Long responded mentioning that once the replacement trees are planted they will liaise with the RBL and the Town Council to establish a dedication service and determine the appropriate species of trees. Cllr Ellard asked that when new trees are identified that they are relatively hardy and mature. Cllr Long confirmed that the Forestry Commission is involved with regard to recommending the most suitable type of trees

 

Mr Riley raised concerns about the condition of the render and road surface block work at the entrance of the Pannier Market which seems to have become more apparent with the recent bad weather.

 

Mr Riley also raised concerns with regard to recent flooding of town roads, i.e. by Church Street, and mentioned that  the gulley drains appear to be blocked or unable to cope, this also became more apparent when the snow thawed and there was heavy rain – Cllr Ellard responded that it may be just be that the gulley’s need clearing. Cllr Gist suggested that the council should write to the appropriate authority responsible for the road drainage although it is unclear whether it is County Highways or South West Water.

 

Mrs Jacobs asked about the proposed affordable housing development on South Hill Road. Cllr Long responded that the council had opposed this application. Mrs Jacobs also asked about the litter bin situation in Urban Terrace. Cllr Long responded that the relevant authority was progressing this matter and it should be resolved shortly.

 

Mr Stephens asked if there could be an increase in the number of 30 mph on St Ive Road – Cllr Gist responded that as this is an unclassified road it was very unlikely. Mr Stephens then asked who owns or is responsible for the Youth Club in Liskeard Road  and where does the money come from to support this building. Cllr Gist responded that it is owned, run and administered by County Council

 

The Council meeting opened at 7.20

 

1.         Apologies  were received from Cllr Mrs S Nettle, Cllr A Coakley and Cllr Green.

            Present:  Cllr R Lumley, [Portreeve and Mayor]. Cllr Mrs K Gold [Deputy Portreeve and Deputy Mayor], Cllr Mrs M Coakley, Cllr Mrs H Jones, Cllr Mrs D Winfindale, Cllr J Gist, Cllr Thomas, Cllr A Long,

            Officer:     Lynda Small - CEO, Vernon Anderson - Town Clerk

            Members of the Public:   Four parishioners, Rev. Sharpe, and two members of the press.

 

2.         Minutes

            The Minutes of the meeting of 27^th January 2009 were agreed as a correct record of proceedings and duly signed.

           

3.         Police Matters

            No representation by the police but Cllr Gist spoke about the effectiveness of the CCTV system and that a subsequently a visit to Plymouth has invigorated support and that he would like to bring the issue to the appropriate committee meeting. Cllr Thomas spoke about the recent spate of broken windows in the area of Fore Street and asked if the Police have been in contact with the council regarding this matter. The Town Clerk confirmed that the police are actively pursuing this matter Cllr Winfindale asked if the police could provide Council with a monthly statistic report as the report presented by the police at the last Full Council meeting was very helpful.

 

4.         Reports

a) Planning Committee. It was proposed by Cllr Long, seconded by Cllr Thomas and unanimously agreed that the minutes of the Planning Committee of 10^th and 17^th February be received.

            b) Outside Services. It was proposed by Cllr Winfindale, seconded by Cllr Long and unanimously agreed that the minutes of the Outside Services Committee of 10^th February be received.

c) Town Hall & Premises Committee. It was proposed by Cllr Lumley seconded by Cllr Mrs Coakley and unanimously agreed that the minutes of the Town Hall & Premises Committee of 10^th February be received.

            d) Finance & General Purposes. It was proposed by Cllr Gist, seconded by Cllr Long and unanimously agreed that the minutes of the Finance & General Purposes Committee of 17^th February be received.

            e) Any other reports [not for decision] from Councillors. No reports.

            f) Reports from County & District Councillors.

 

            Cllr Thomas spoke regarding the progress with Tesco’s planning application on the original site which now appears to be progressing and moving onto further details such as Section 106 agreement (Planning gain) and the landscaping detail. It was suggested that the Town Council write to the District Planners urging them to consider Tesco’s application at first regulative meeting in March (believed to be the 3^rd March)

 

           Cllr Long spoke about the agreed county election process which is now scheduled for the 4^th June (to tie in with the European Elections). This was a directive brought about by Central Government but added that consultation  regarding the number of seats for County will continue following this over the next four years. Cllr Long also spoke about the Boundary Commission review of boundaries and advised that they are still consulting and it is still possible for Callington Town Council to respond if it decided that it would prefer greater representation for Callington and Kelly Bray, it was recommended that it be put on a future agenda. Cllr Long also confirmed that County Council are to adopt the recreation ground resulting from the Village development.

 

5.         Finance

            a) Summary of accounts to date.  It was resolved to accept the summary of the accounts to 31^st January 2009.

            b) Approval for expenditure as listed.  It was proposed by Cllr Gist, seconded by Cllr Long and unanimously agreed to make the following payments.

There being no further business the meeting was declared closed at 7:34.pm

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