MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF

PENNARD COMMUNITY COUNCIL

HELD ON TUESDAY 16^th MAY 2006

Present: Mrs. E. Radcliffe - Chair Dr. R. J. Cook Ms. A. Gerke Mr. G. W. Gregory Mrs. L. James Mr. N. E. King Mr. P. H. Lanfear Apologies: Mr. D. P. Morris Mr. W. Weeks

Mrs. H. F. Langford Ms. S. Musgrave Mr. G. T. Nash Mr. B. L. Smith Councillor Mrs. M. Smith Dr. P. M. Waymark

06/62	Declarations of Interest None
06/63	Minutes of 10^th April 2006 Approved, as amended, by Mrs. Langford and seconded by Mr. Nash.
06/64	Matters Arising · Co-option No response had been received by the County Electoral Registration Officer to the advertised vacancy for a Councillor for the Kittle Ward. Agreed that the vacancy be filled by co-option. · Equal Opportunities Training Noted training in the community hall on Monday, 22^nd May at 7.00pm for all Members.				BLS
06/65		Councillor Mrs. M. Smith
From Out-standing PMW PMW PMW HFL BAW LJ HFL GTN AG GWG GTN PMW		About Toilets - Southgate Road Barland Quarry – overhanging trees and fencing renew Green Path – updated plan required Vennaway Lane – transfer maintenance responsibility to Pennard Community Council Heatherslade Road – moss on pavement Linkside Drive – refix sign Pennard Road – request new sign Kittle – car parking on pavement Kittle – condition of pavement (BLS contact Police) Linkside Drive – kerbstone outside Londis Store Pennard Road – bus shelter Fairwood Road (near Vennaway Lane) car parking Park Road – planning conditions for Meadgate Pennard Road (narrows) – paint road markings Linkside Drive – remove old lamp post Linkside Drive/Pennard Road – remove bushes Southgate Road – make good following removal of sign	Date Reported 2005 15.02.06 2005 2005 15.02.06 15.02.06 16.03.06 10.04.06 10.04.06 10.04.06 10.04.06 10.04.06 10.04.06 16.05.06 16.05.06	Date Resolved Meet with National Trust, Pennard Stores, C.&.C.S., Cllr. Mrs. Smith and Pennard C.C. Discuss at June Council. Site visit organised for 26.05.06 Refer to Planning Cttee. (BLS)
From PHL RJC SM HFL ER General Query		About Pennard Road – clear branches from around gas meter Southgate Road – pot-holes near Post Office Concern at increased signs on Mayals Road Pennard Road – repair footpath barrier Pennard Road (narrows) highway sign hidden in bushes Vicinity of Pennard Stores – adequacy of rubbish collection Park Road – concern whether planning approval received for Meadgate Homes placard School – query whether planning approval required for work taking place in the school grounds (gazebo and shed).	Date Reported 16.05.06 16.05.06 16.05.06 16.05.06 16.05.06 “ “	Date Resolved

06/66	COMMITTEES
Planning New application 2006/0821 Widegate Farm, Southgate Conversion of attached barn to living accommodation incorporating an increase in ridge height of 0.5 metres, rear dormer and side porch. Decision: No objection
New application 2006/0848 - 10 Norton Drive, Southgate Two storey side/rear extension and part single-storey rear extension. Decision: No objection
New application 2006/0882 - Sunnyside, Sandy Lane Replacement two storey detached dwelling Decision - To comply with Sandy Lane Development Plan, particularly height and design.		BLS
New application 2006/0957 - Downside, Sandy Lane Two storey side extension, two storey rear extension and two side dormers. Decision - No objection
New application 2006/0897 - Kilvrough Woods Nature Reserve, Parkmill Three free standing information panels Decision - No objection
New application 2006/0968 - 4 Hael Lane, Southgate Roof extension to provide first floor living accommodation incorporating two rear dormers and one front dormer, front porch with balcony above and two single storey rear extensions. Decision - No objection
New application - 2006/1004 - 11 Three Cliffs Drive, Southgate Two storey side/first floor rear extension. Decision - No objection
Additional planning application - 2006/0525 - Ravenhill, Sandy Lane Additional plan re replacing existing chalet Decision - No objection
Amendment - 2006/0517 - 5 Easterfield Drive, Southgate Amendment to new construction Decision - No objection
Amendment - 2006/0405 - 76 Pennard Road, Pennard Amendment to demolition and new construction Decision - No objection
Amendment - 2005/2111 - 4 Hael Lane, Southgate Withdrawn, new application submitted.
Application 2005/1110 and 2005/1116 - Henbury Cottage, Southgate Approved by the City and County of Swansea subject to conditions.

Community Hall · Dr. Waymark reported on repairs to emergency door and one blind. · Two quotations received for external lighting and the fan in the ladies’ toilet. AYB Electrics for £310 and Killay Electrics for £324, (both excluding VAT). Agreed to accept the quotation from AYB Electrics.	BLS
· The Council’s insurers had asked about the arrangements for the external lighting in respect of the claim pending. · As a result of the above damage the police community support officers had visited the hall car park on several occasions and there seemed to be a temporary abatement of the problem. · General nuisance around the hall – consider a number of options from barriers to chippings and external security. Agreed that this be discussed by the Hall Committee following discussions with other users of the complex, i.e. School, Surgery and Library.	BLS BLS
Field Management Committee · Dr. Waymark reported on field bookings and progress on the fencing. · It was agreed that an advertisement be made for a cleaner for the changing rooms. · Mrs. James asked about the grant to the Carnival for the additional barriers. Estimated cost to be submitted to the Clerk. · Mrs. Radcliffe asked for more details from Spencers as to the actual work done each month. Spencers to be asked to supply this information.	MW LJ BLS
Burial Ground · Noted that Mr. Ken Bidder had planted two 4ft. copper beech trees in the older part of the Burial Ground. Agreed Mr. Bidder be thanked for his donation.	BLS
Footpaths · Agreed review to take place once new record forms created.	MW
Parish Hall · Noted letter of appreciation from St. Mary’s church for Section 137 grant.
Neighbourhood Watch · Mr. Nash reported a big increase in house burglary, up by 25%, due mainly to open access by householders.
Community Councils · One Voice Wales – Dr. Cook reported on the last meeting which was mainly about the possibility of Dunvant Community Council being wound up. · One Voice Wales – noted meeting held on 4^th May 2006 about Fairwood Hospital. · Noted Community Forum held on 2^nd May 2006 about Swansea Forums and the National Eisteddfod.
Pennard Cliffs Liaison Group · No report
Pennard Area Community Partnership · Mr. King reported on the last meeting about variable speed limits and closing school gates.

06/67

CORRESPONDENCE

Noted the following from: · Swansea College about Strategic Development · Swansea Institute about part-time courses · Welsh Assembly re Welsh Language Forum meeting · Unison about Fairwood Hospital · SCVS about Sustainable Swansea and Newsletter · Swansea in Bloom Competition 2006 · Gower Society about Helwick Bank and public enquiry due 20^th June 2006. Agreed not to contribute to the fighting fund. · Clerks’ and Councils’ Newsletter · The Clerks’ Newsletter

06/68 ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT AS AT 16^TH MAY 2006
Payable to City and County of Swansea Page Net Kittle Resid. Assoc. B. L. Smith Inland Revenue Brynymor Press Spencers City and County of Swansea P. Carosi	Purpose Diversion of footpath 21 Cartridges Section 137 Pay - May 2006 680.86 Less Tax 149.82 Tax/NI Newsletters Playing Field 205.92 Burial Ground 208.80 Refuse Collection – Hall Hall Cleaning	Cheque No. 2047 2048 2049 2051 2052 2053 2054 2055 2056	VAT - - - - - - 36.04 36.54 5.29 -	Total Amount 550.00 28.80 500.00 530.86 183.36 680.00 487.30 35.54 60.00 3,055.86

BALANCE AS AT 16^TH MAY 2006
Current Account Holding Account No. 3 Account No. 4 Account	6,417.68 14,848.70 1,794.09 7,104.39 30,164.86	Opening Balance Add Receipts Less Payments Balance	35,116.89 3,293.02 38,409.91 8,245.05 30,164.86

06/69	GRANTS OF RIGHT None
06/70	MATTERS OUTSTANDING None
06/71	GOWER WEBSITE Mrs. James reported on the AGM held on the 25^th May 2006. Two new councils have joined the website, the events page being considered for expansion, a grant application pending, no additional fee required from participating councils for the current financial year.
06/72	AREA OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY 50^THANNIVERSARY The 50^th Anniversary celebration now finalised with an exhibition being held at Swansea Museum from 16^th May to 13^th August. The official opening will be on 19^th May between 7.00pm and 9.00pm.
06/73	NEWSLETTER Mrs James was thanked for her hard work in producing the newsletter. Suggested that there is agreement at the meeting when the draft newsletter is produced as to who will deliver to which area. Discussions took place about facilities for youths. Place on June agenda.	BLS
06/74	APPROVED LIST OF TENDERERS The list, as amended, was agreed.
06/75	30 MPH SPEED LIMIT IN GOWER Agreed that the views of other community councils in Gower be sought, possibly refer to the Community Forum.	BLS
The meeting closed at 9.40 pm.