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C.F.P.Chapman
Clerk to the Council
Chy Lean
St Keverne Road
Mawgan
Helston TR12 6AY
telephone 01326 221648
colinchapman@lineone.net
CONSTANTINE PARISH COUNCIL
Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Constantine Parish Council held on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at
7.00pm in The Vestry, Constantine.
Present: Cllr J.E.G.Boote Cllr E.Nicholls
Cllr A.H.Bolt
Cllr M.J.Reynolds
Cllr D.J.Cummins
Cllr R.J.Williams
Cllr R.E.Just
Mr C.Chapman (Clerk)
Visitors: CCllr Hatton, PC Hopkins and Mr Gendall
In the absence of the Chairman, the Vice-Chairman, Cllr Boote assumed the Chair and welcomed members
and visitors to the September meeting.
PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
Speaking of a letter from Mr Dawson which was published in Gweder Myras, Mr Gendall said that he was
there on behalf of a number of local people who between them had expressed the following concerns about
Mr Dawson’s proposals for the Recreation Ground hedge
the present poor state of the hedge is the result of the use of herbicide
it needs to be reinstated as a proper Cornish hedge: the soil needs to be raked and grass-seed sown
if the hedge is removed there will be problems relating to children running straight out onto the road
if a drop-edge kerb is introduced it will result in cars on the pavement
the considerable difference in levels between the road and the Recreation Ground will make for
difficulties in implementing the scheme as proposed
a piped stream runs along the bottom of the hedge and this will present problems if levels are altered
planting of trees will lead to the loss of a fine view.
Cllr Williams suggested that the hedge should be re-stoned and re-seeded and possibly raised so that people
cannot climb over it. He challenged a suggestion that the Community Payback team might undertake this
work, stating that building a Cornish hedge is a job for an expert
Cllr Just thanked Mr Gendall for putting these opinions into words, a sentiment which was endorsed by
all those present.
1 TO ACCEPT APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
Cllr Carter (holiday), Cllr Cavanagh (holiday), Cllr Gray (holiday) and Cllr Wiseman (holiday) sent their
apologies for absence. Cllr Nicholls proposed, Cllr Williams seconded all others in favour to accept their
apologies.
2 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
in items on the agenda
Cllr Nicholls declared a personal and prejudicial interest in agenda item 9 (PA10/05274).
of gifts (received as a result of being a member of the Council) of a value greater than £25
There were no declarations of gifts of a value greater than £25.
3 CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING
Cllr Williams proposed, Cllr Bolt seconded, (Cllr Cummins and Cllr Just being absent from the last meeting,
abstained), all others in favour that the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on Thursday July 15, 2010 are
a true record and the Chairman signed them as such.
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4 MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES BUT NOT INCLUDED ON THIS AGENDA
It was noted that
anti-social behaviour logbooks are available from the police
the dog-bin at the northern end of Well Lane has not, as yet, been replaced
the reactivation of the Neighbourhood Watch Scheme will be an agenda item at the next meeting.
5 POLICE REPORT
PC Hopkins (who was present on his day off) reported that, since the meeting in July, four crimes (three of
criminal damage and one of arson) have been reported to the Police. Numerous reports concerning young
people causing a disturbance in and around the lych-gate have been received and the Police have attended
and dealt with those involved. PC Hopkins again stressed the serious nature of anti-social behaviour and
praised local residents for their action in reporting it. In answer to a question, he said he would investigate a
vehicle apparently abandoned in a field between High Cross and Ponjeravah.
Speaking on behalf of the Parish Council, the Chairman thanked PC Hopkins for giving up his free time to
deliver his report in person.
PC Hopkins left the meeting.
6 CORNWALL COUNCILLOR’S REPORT
CCllr Hatton praised PC Hopkins for his commitment, adding that he was greatly encouraged by his
approach to community policing.
CCllr Hatton reported that
he was saddened not to have heard from Mr Isaac concerning his proposals for a badminton club
the lane between High Cross and Polwheveral has been re-surfaced
drainage works at Port Navas have been completed
yellow paint has appeared on Bowling Green which implies that something will be done before the
end of the financial year
he has agreed to attend a training day which will deal with the safety aspects of spreading road salt
on the public highway
Speaking on behalf of the Parish Council, the Chairman offered his thanks through CCllr Hatton to County
Highways for the work done during the summer on roads in the parish.
7 PARISH COUNCIL MATTERS
It was agreed that the Emergency Committee should meet on October 19 at 7.00pm.
8 PARISH MATTERS
Winter Service Provision
The Clerk reported on Cornwall Council’s new policy concerning the provision and maintenance of salt bins
which (because this is a discretionary service) will all be withdrawn during the summer of 2011. Parish
Councils have been invited to consider whether or not to provide and maintain salt bins once Cornwall
Council ceases to provide the service. Following discussion, it was agreed to express an interest to Cornwall
in taking on the service and in attending a training session, but to defer making further decisions until after
the Emergency Committee meeting.
The garden in The Square
It was noted that Mr Dawson has made a proposal for the planting of the garden in The Square and that,
following publication of his proposal in Gweder Myras, there have been no comments from members of the
public. Cllr Williams spoke of the cost to the Council and offered another possible solution which involved
the planting of prostrate evergreen trees. It was agreed to seek quotations for both courses of action and to
bring them to the meeting in October for decision. The Clerk was asked to invite both the Gardening Society
and the School to become involved in this project.
The extension to the car park
Members noted that the meeting with the County Forester, Mr Oliver Bennett, had gone ahead as planned in
August and that it had been both positive and useful. Mr Bennett had agreed to the felling of the tree which
overhangs Bowling Green Road and the Clerk is now awaiting a letter from him to this effect prior to
submitting a Planning Application for Tree Works. Those who attended the meeting made the following
recommendations
plant new trees (which Cllr Nicholls undertook to do)
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give notice of intent to fell the tree which overhangs Bowling Green Road
provide a picnic bench (unbreakable and inflammable)
fence off remaining trees as required
do nothing until the leaves have fallen
undertake affordable ground-work
and it was agreed to progress with these recommendations as swiftly as possible.
Members noted that Cllr Reynolds had, as requested, put up new signs in both the existing car park and in
the extension. He was formally thanked for undertaking this work.
Public Lighting
The Clerk reported that, as requested, he has given instructions to SEC for the immediate repair of lights
055BJ
033BJ
040BJ
013BJ
020BJ
outside the Burial Ground
outside the car-park, Vicarage Terrace
at Vicarage Terrace
outside 96 Penbothidno
opposite 3 Well Lane
He has received no definitive answer to his question concerning the possibility of Cornwall Council
taking on responsibility for some or all of the lights so repaired.
Young people
Cllr Just reported that, in June, between ten and twelve youngsters had regularly attended meetings of the
Youth Club when the activities had been largely recreational. In July and August, largely as a result of
holiday commitments, there had only been four meetings. It has been decided to devote the first hour of
future meetings of the Youth Club to the under 14 age group and then to open it to all-comers. At its
expense, Cornwall Council has agreed to provide a music workshop in Constantine for eight youngsters
for the next thirty-six weeks. Cllr Just was asked to convey Constantine Parish Council’s appreciation to
Mr Gribble for the work he has done to secure this facility.
9 PLANNING APPLICATIONS AND DECISIONS
Applications
PA10/03398 Mrs D.Livingston – Conversion of barn into domestic art studio – Lower Penbothidno,
Constantine. Cllr Bolt proposed, Cllr Williams seconded and it was agreed that this application should be
returned with the following observation “With the proviso that a legal agreement requiring use of the studio
to be incidental to the residential use of Lower Penbothidno, Constantine Parish Council raises no
objections.”
PA10/04720 Mr & Mrs R.Kerswell – Erection of a replacement dwelling (amended design) – Oak View,
Ponjeravah. Cllr Williams proposed, Cllr Bolt seconded and it was agreed that this application should be
returned with the following observation Constantine Parish Councillors support this application.
PA10/04866 Mr V Beckett – Extension to dwelling – 4 Bowling Green Road, Constantine. Cllr Williams
proposed, Cllr Reynolds seconded and it was agreed that this application should be returned with the
following observation Constantine Parish Councillors support this application.
As the son-in-law of the applicant, Cllr Nicholls declared a personal and prejudicial interest in the following
application and left the room.
PA10/05274 Mrs A.Gambier – Erection of a replacement cattle building – Napheane Farm, Constantine.
Cllr Reynolds proposed, Cllr Bolt seconded and it was agreed that this application should be returned with
the following observation Subject to the approval of the County Land Agent Constantine Parish Councillors
support this application.
Cllr Nicholls returned to the room.
Decisions
PA10/00394 Grant of Conditional Planning Permission (modification of conditions 4 and 5 of
2/06/86/00603/F to allow use of the building by family members or use as a holiday let) – Maen Toll, Jobs
Water – noted
PA10/03080 Grant of Conditional Planning Permission (erection of a building for use as an annexe
extension to dwelling) – Bay Tree House, Ponjeravah – noted
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PA10/03434 Grant of Conditional Planning Permission (erection of a detached garage) – Stack House,
Trebarvah Lane, Constantine – noted
PA10/03375 Notification that prior approval is not required (erection of two agricultural barns) – Little
Lestraynes Farm, Rame – noted
Parish Council’s observations made using delegated powers
Members noted the following observations on applications made by the Chairman using delegated powers
PA10/04017 Mr M.Foster – Extensions to studio – Dinyan, Port Navas. Response sent: With the proviso
that a legal agreement requiring use of the studio to be incidental to the residential use of Dinyan,
Constantine Parish Council raises no objections.
PA10/04018 Dr S.Hocken & Ms E.Wright – Listed Building consent for the erection of extensions and
alterations to dwelling – The Cottage, Port Navas. Response sent: Constantine Parish Council supports this
application.
PA10/04089 Mr R Denny – Construction of shed for storage of garden equipment – Flat 3, Trewince House,
Trewince Lane, Port Navas. Response sent: With the provisos that the finished shed is no bigger than
7 metres long, 3.5 metres wide and 2.5 metres high and that a legal agreement tying it to the
incidental use of the flat is imposed, Constantine Parish Council raises no objections.
PA10/04229 Mr M.Foster – Listed Building Consent for extensions to studio – Dinyan, Port Navas.
Response sent: With the proviso that a legal agreement requiring use of the studio to be incidental to the
residential use of Dinyan, Constantine Parish Council raises no objections.
PA10/04230 Mr J.Meadows – Felling of three sycamores – Poltoge, Port Navas. Response sent: Constantine
Parish Council supports this application.
PA10/04763 Mr & Mrs J.Olds – Conversion of barns to form 3 dwellings – Bosahan Farm, Constantine.
Response sent: Constantine Parish Council supports this application.
Correspondence
CCllr N.Hatton copy of letter to Cornwall Council re planning proposal at 18a Brillwater Road – noted
Falmouth & Penryn Community Network Planning Training opportunity October 11, 2010 – noted
10 CLERK’S REPORT AND CORRESPONDENCE
The Clerk reported that in consultation with the Chairman, he had composed a response to the proposal to
cap Town and Parish Council precepts. He explained that, if passed, legislation will allow increases above a
(to be determined) level to be challenged by individuals by means of a referendum. However, proposed
legislation will allow for a de minimis level which, he anticipated, will be in excess of £100,000
(EU regulations allow for a de minimis sum of €300,000). It is therefore unlikely that Constantine Parish
Council’s precept will fall within the scope of these proposals. This response has (as requested) been passed
to the Cornwall Association of Local Councils.
Correspondence
CC Dog Control Orders and publicity – noted
CALC Service Level Agreement, ‘Being a good employer’ The County Bulletin – noted
CPRE Fieldwork newsletter – noted
RE Hughes designs for small affordable Eco-Homes – noted
CPRE Countryside Voice – noted
CALC Consultations on proposals to cap Parish and Town Councils – noted
No Need for Nuclear House of Commons Early Day Motion No 557 – noted
CC Building Control Services newsletter – noted
CC Pre-consultation Beach Dog Control orders – noted
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Trust Annual Report and Accounts for 2009/2010 – noted
Clerks and Councils Direct Newsletter and invitation to renew subscription – noted
South Western Ambulance Service Twentyfourseven Newsletter – noted
CC Council Tax Referendum proposals – noted
CALC The Week (newsletter) – noted
CALC Notice of a General Meeting on September 28 in Bodmin – noted
Mr and Mrs Roberts re ash trees on the boundary between their property and the Recreation Ground – it
was agreed that Cllr Nicholls should inspect the offending trees and report back to the next meeting
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11 FINANCIAL MATTERS
The Clerk presented Councillors with a statement of Constantine Parish Council’s financial position as at
September 16, 2010. A copy of that statement is attached to these minutes.
Members considered a request from the Constantine Silver Band for financial help. Following discussion, it
was proposed by Cllr Just, seconded by Cllr Nicholls, and agreed that, under the terms of S137 of the Local
Government Act 1972, the sum of £250 be forwarded to the Constantine Silver Band.
Members considered a request from Penryn Town Council’s Clerk for sponsorship with money going
towards the Merlin Project (Cornwall Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre). Following discussion, it was
agreed that Constantine Parish Council cannot accede to this request.
Members considered a request from the Cornwall County Playing Fields Association for financial help.
Following discussion, it was proposed by Cllr Nicholls, seconded by Cllr Bolt all in favour that the sum of
£50.00 be forwarded to the Cornwall County Playing Fields Association under the terms of Section 19(3)(a)
of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976.
Members considered a request from the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust for a donation towards the on-going
costs of providing this service. It was proposed by Cllr Willaims, seconded by Cllr Just, all others in favour
that the sum of £250 be forwarded to the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust under the terms of Section 137 of
the Local Government Act 1972.
Members noted that, using delegated powers, a quotation in the sum of £240 from Mr Adrian Smith for
crown reduction work on a cherry tree on the lane between Bowling Green and Penbothidno had been
accepted.
Members noted and approved the following payments (made in August using delegated powers)
GROSS NET VAT
Mr G.Jorey £ 270.80
Mrs J.Jennings £ 58.00
Glasdon UK Ltd (dog bin) £ 86.60 £ 73.71 £ 12.89
Cornwall Council (Vestry rates) £ 267.66
Gweek Garage £ 25.84 £ 21.99 £ 3.85
South West Water (public convenience) £ 78.72
South West Water (cemetery) £ 14.56
Constantine Church Hall (Youth Club) £ 66.00
Veolia (cemetery) £ 87.87 £ 74.78 £ 13.09
Alligator Signs £ 76.38 £ 65.00 £ 11.38
Colin Chapman
Salary (July) £ 397.57
telephone £ 15.21
office expenses £ 30.75
travelling £ 47.74
use of home £ 25.00
total £ 516.27
The following accounts were presented for payment
GROSS NET VAT
Mr G.Jorey £ 270.60
Mrs J.Jennings £ 46.40
HM Revenue and Customs £ 375.66
Gweek Garage £ 45.68 £ 38.88 £ 6.80
RTS (Garden Services) Ltd (Cemetery) £ 981.12 £ 835.00 £ 146.12
Veolia ES (UK) Ltd £ 61.01 £ 51.92 £ 9.09
TBDF Glebe Account (car-park rent) £ 220.00
Travis Perkins £ 15.33 £ 13.05 £ 2.28
Mr M.Reynolds (materials) £ 26.00
JJ Gyll-Murray (footpaths) £ 2,850.00
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Colin Chapman
Salary (August) £ 397.77
telephone £ 12.57
office expenses £ 11.24
travelling £ 13.70
use of home £ 25.00
total £ 460.28
Proposed by Cllr Bolt, seconded by Cllr Williams, all others in favour that the above eleven accounts be
paid.
Members noted the following receipts
D.J.Stevens (Mrs Aggiss) £ 78.00
Penryn & Falmouth Funeral Directors (Mrs Shearer) £ 194.00
Penryn & Falmouth Funeral Directors (Mr Joyce) £ 216.00
CC precept second instalment £ 14,000.00
12 REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES
No reports from Committees or Representatives were tabled.
13 COMMENTS FROM COUNCILLORS
It was noted that the path down to the well in Well Lane needs attention. The Clerk agreed to ask Mr Jorey to
clear it.
14 DATE AND TIME OF NEXT MEETING
The next Ordinary Parish Meeting will be held on Thursday October 21, 2010 at 7:00pm in The Vestry.
The Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.40pm.
Signed…………………………………………
Dated…………………………….
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