MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF

PENNARD COMMUNITY COUNCIL

HELD ON TUESDAY 13^TH FEBRUARY 2007

Present Mrs. E. Radcliffe - Chairman Ms. C. Bryden-Smith Dr. R. J. Cook Mr. G. W. Gregory Mrs. L. James Mr. N. E. King Mr. P. H. Lanfear Mr. G. T. Nash Mr. B. L. Smith Councillor Mrs. M. Smith Dr. P. M. Waymark		Apologies Ms. A. Gerke Mrs. H. F. Langford Mr. D. P. Morris Ms. S. Musgrave Mr. W. Weeks
The Clerk reported that Mr. Morris had missed six consecutive Council meetings due to illness. This automatically bars him from holding office as a Community Councillor. It was agreed that due to the exceptional circumstances, Mr. Morris be allowed to continue in office. The situation to be reviewed again in March.
07/16	DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Declarations of interest in Item 07/17 were declared by Mrs. Radcliffe, Mr. Lanfear, Dr. Waymark and Mr. Smith. Councillor Mrs. Smith stated she had special dispensation to discuss Planning Application 2006/2701, which was from her relative.

07/17	SPECIAL MEETING ABOUT STRAYING ANIMALS
A special meeting took place at 7.00pm, prior to the main meeting, to discuss straying animals. Mr. Siôn Brackenbury for the Commons Initiative was invited to address the Council on the problem of horses and cattle straying on to the public highway.
The only permanent solution appears to be appropriate cattle grids and fencing. This cannot be achieved without the support of the owners of common land. Most commons on Gower had, or were in the process of being fenced/gridded. CL13, Pennard was the exception.
Finance had been available for this work in Pennard from the Commons Initiative and Welsh Assembly Grants.
Barland Common is due to be fenced in two years time but this will still leave access to Kittle via Great Kittle Farm.
The National Trust would co-operate with fencing and grids but Pennard Golf Club would not. They argue that this would fence the cattle in on the Golf Course.
It was agreed that a further meeting be arranged with Pennard Golf Club to see if there was any way forward.		BLS
07/18	MINUTES OF 15^th JANUARY 2007
Approved, as amended, by Dr. Cook, and seconded by Mr. Nash.
07/19	MATTERS ARISING
Police Liaison Committee Meeting, 29^th January, 2007. Mr. Nash gave a verbal report which was noted. Pennard Cliffs Liaison Committee – agreed that this meeting with the Council be deferred to April 2007.
07/20	MINUTES OF 2^nd FEBRUARY 2007
Approved by Mrs. James, seconded by Dr. Cook.
07/21	MATTERS ARISING
None

07/22		BUSINESS PLAN
This had been circulated with the Agenda. Agreed as amended
07/23		FACILITIES FOR YOUTHS
Dr. Waymark reported that discussion and investigation about the provision of a mobile skateboard ramp still ongoing.			PMW
07/24		COUNCILLOR MRS. M. SMITH
New Items
GG		Concerned that the verges of the roads being eroded by large vehicles, particularly a tractor carrying waste for the farm at Kittle Hill Lane. Also the trailer was not always covered, creating an environmental hazard.
		Agreed Councillor Smith pursue this with the Environmental Health Department. Pennard Community Council also to write separately to the City and County of Swansea and the National Trust, Police and Commoners expressing similar concerns.	MS BS
GN		Concerned that a “go slow” road marking on the narrows is missing.
GN		Asked if alterations could be made to the bus shelter at Linkside Drive/Pennard Road to make it more vandal proof.
NK		Also concerned at highway verges being eroded along Eastcliff by large vehicles, particularly a tractor carrying waste for the farm at Kittle Hill Lane.
Outstanding from 16.03.06
HL	Linkside Drive – kerbstone outside Londis Stores. (City and County of Swansea reviewing January 2007).
Outstanding from 16.05.06
SM	Pennard Road – repair footpath barrier adjacent to right-of-way (end house).

Outstanding from 13.07.06
SM	Linkside Drive – concern at depression in the road.
GN	Linkside Drive – concern at condition of pavement adjacent to No. 6. (Review in January 2007).
Outstanding from 12.09.06
HL	Swansea Airport – was planning permission required for the erection of the flagpoles.
LJ	Kittle Hill Lane – loose stones falling off wall where road narrows.		LJ
Outstanding from 16.11.06
LJ	Kittle – some parts of the pavement repaired, other parts still need repairing.
Outstanding from 11.12.06
CB-S		Vennaway Lane, pot-holes
ER	Pennard Road – one bollard demolished on area covered in Tarmac.
Outstanding from 15.01.07
LJ		Kittle to Barland Quarry – fencing still not completed. Kittle Shop – can the yellow rubbish bin be removed.
AG		Pennard Road – grass overgrown on bank between the School and Green Lane making it impossible for pedestrians to use.
GG		Kittle to Barland Quarry – branches breaking off trees. The Clerk to contact Somerset Trust.	BLS
GN		Foxhole Drive – resurface Road
ER		Belvedere Close – can the unsightly street light box be renewed? When renewing footpath signs, can they be more environmentally friendly wooden ones rather than metal?	BLS

07/25	COMMITTEES
Planning
New Application
No. 2007/0225 - Hunts Corner, High Pennard Proposal: Two storey front extension to provide first floor living accommodation, with first floor balcony, addition of pitched roof and side extension to existing garage and detached outbuilding.
Objection: objection on the grounds that this dwelling designated for occupation by a family associated with agriculture and, as such, house deemed adequate. Concern also expressed that by removing the hedge, the existing structure becomes visibly intrusive in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.		BLS

Decisions by the City and County of Swansea
Planning Application 2006/0492 - Matura, Sandy Lane The application to demolish the existing bungalow and replace with a chalet approved by the City and County of Swansea.
Planning Application 2006/1801 - 65 Pennard Road The application to erect two detached dwellings approved by the City and County of Swansea.
Shirecombe The owner of the property has been requested by the City and County of Swansea to reduce the height of the boundary fence to 2 metres.
Outstanding Queries
Great Kittle Farm The City and County of Swansea have failed to identify the building about which Pennard Community Council expressed concern. Mrs. James to resolve this issue with the City and County of Swansea.	LJ
Planning Application 2006/2701 - Plot 32, Burrows Close Pennard Community Council had objected to this application as it was misleading. The application refers to an amended planning application which the Community Council had not seen, and which did not relate to the original planning application for which approval had been given. Councillor Mrs. Smith advised the meeting that Pennard Community Council would not receive a written reply from the City and County of Swansea because we referred to the original application and not to the first amended plan, about which we had no knowledge.
Community Hall
Charity Dance Saturday, 10^th February 2007 Dr. Waymark reported on damage and lack of cleaning following the above event. The organiser had apologised and paid £10.00 compensation to Pennard Community Council.
Boiler Dr. Waymark reported that the defective hot water boiler had to be replaced urgently and temporary repairs made to the boiler in the surgery. This was approved.
Charity Event Wednesday, 10^th January 2007 It was agreed that, following a letter from the event organiser, the hall charge be waived. The organiser also concerned that the emergency door did not give adequate privacy to the hall users, and the intimidating presence of youths at the rear of the hall. Both these items under review by the Hall Committee.
Surgery The Clerk reported that whilst the Library Service had visited the site, they had not followed up with any expression of interest. Mrs. AM was, however, actively pursuing her interest having had an architect and builder to see the premises, enquiring about grants and statutory requirements to establish a nursery. Agreed that Mrs. AM be given three months in which to follow up her enquiries, the Hall Committee given plenary powers to negotiate a financial package with her and report back to Council.	BLS PMW
Police Community Support Officers Minutes of the meeting with the Police, on 18^th January 2007, circulated with the agenda. Licence agreed with the Police for use of the Hall by Police Community Support Officers dated 5^th February 2007. Architectural Liaison Officer visited site and suggested any recommendations be deferred until after the PCSO’s start operations.
Car Park Drainage Information from the City and County of Swansea still awaited. In the meantime, it was agreed that tenders be invited to carry out work to clear the drains to Pennard Community Council’s section of drainage pipes and remove the bushes causing root intrusion.	PMW
Field
Pavilion Letter received from Football League referring to complaint about Dunvant AFC. Letter from Dunvant AFC denying any damage to pavilion. To follow up.	PMW
Letter from Pennard Carnival Committee asking for free use of the field from 13^th to 15^th July 2007 and use of tables from the hall. This was agreed.	BLS
Burial Ground No report
Parish Hall
No report
Footpaths
No report
Neighbourhood Watch
Next meeting on 16^th February 2007.
Community Councils
One Voice Wales - agreed to review annual subscription - noted Newsletter - RC’s report on meeting held on 8^th February 2007 noted
Pennard Area Community Partnership Letter from the Chairman of PACP about facilities for youths. Noted.	BLS

07/26	CORRESPONDENCE
Noted correspondence from the following:- - Environment Agency about Abstraction Management Strategy and Tower of London - Kidney Foundation Walk on Sunday - Mrs. MW about the mess left by dogs and cattle on the footpath between Pennard Drive and Pennard Road, and need for seats/tables in the field
- Martin Caton MP, response to Tetra Masts - Longfields Association request for a donation - Western Power Quality Report 2006 - Welsh Assembly − Section 137 grants increased to £5.64 per elector − Fire and Rescue framework − Local Service Boards − S.W. Regional Committee on 2^nd March 2007 − Making Connections in Public Services		LJ LJ
- Kittle Residents Association Grant for £500.00 for 2007/2008 agreed subject to seeing their financial report for 2006/2007. - Swansea Youth Forum meeting on 14^th February 2007		BLS
07/27	GOWER WEBSITE
Mrs. James reported on the result of the seminar held in County Hall in November 2006. The outstanding concern was the unanimous lack of understanding by the Unitary Authority about the role of Town and Community Councils, which needs to be addressed.
The Website needs to be better advertised and consideration given to extending the website to all Community Councils in the Swansea area. It was agreed that all Pennard Community Council letterheads advertise the website address.		BLS

07/28	ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT AS AT 13^THFEBRUARY 2007
Payable to		Purpose	Cheque No.	VAT	Total Due
Inland Revenue B. L. Smith C. Suttie One Voice Wales Isaacs G. Davies Welsh Water A. B. Glass J. Cecil Jones M. Henwood Spencers Killay Electrics Staples P. Carosi M. Waymark G. Davies Killay Electrics		Tax/NI Pay – February 2007 P. Field – general maintenance Annual Subscription Graves 300/279/67 Hall – water heater 985.00 Hall – hot tap 40.00 Pavilion – shower 195.00 Hall Hall – glazing B. Ground – repairs to head stones Surgery – door repair P. Field 275.88 B. Ground 245.17 B. Ground misc. 33.10 Pound 10.40 Hall 28.16 Miscellaneous 24.66 P. Field – fence 283.50 Field – lighting 47.65 Field – socket outlet 65.00 Hall – fan 65.00 Hall – socket outlets 80.00 Accounts Book Hall – cleaning Hall – WC seat Hall – boiler Hall – lighting	2156 2157 2158 2159 2160 2162 2163 2164 2165 2166 2167 2168 2169 2170 2171 2173 2174	- - - - - 172.37 41.12 - - 44.98 157.50 - 157.65 45.07 2.60 - - 14.00 7.42	183.36 530.86 50.00 267.00 265.00 1,433.49 401.02 301.98 1.057.50 55.00 1,058.52 302.72 17.49 60.00 11.50 94.00 49.87 6,139.31

Balance as at 13^th February 2007
Current A/c Holding A/c No. 2 A/c No. 4 A/c Less cheques not presented	21,486.96 15,096.29 1,842.37 13,331.40 51,757.02 1,012.22 50,744.80	Opening Balance Add Receipts Less Payments Balance	35,116.89 57,568.31 ________ 92,685.20 41,940.40 50,744.80

07/29	GRANTS OF RIGHT
None this month.
07/30	MATTERS OUTSTANDING
- Green Path – no report - Kittle Car Parking – noted letter from the National Trust that the Green in Kittle is inalienable and that the National Trust has a duty to ensure that it remains open access land and not used for any other purpose. Agreed to write to the Brewery (Brains) about possible public use of part of the Beaufort Arms’ car park. - Newsletter – draft circulated at the meeting. Amendments to be completed by Monday, 19^th February, then printed. Aim to circulate by the beginning of March 2007. -		BLS CBP PMW
07/31	RAGWORT
Members were made aware of the toxic danger to animals of ragwort. The City and County of Swansea to be asked to remove ragwort from the verge near Pennard Primary School.		MS

The meeting closed at 09.59 pm.