GOWERTON COMMUNITY COUNCIL
CYNGOR CYMUNEDOL TREGŴYR
Minutes of a Meeting of Council held on Wednesday 7th September 2011
PRESENT: Cllrs. Mike Sander, Gareth Morgan (arrived 8.10pm), Sue Jones,
Peter Johns, Barbara Small, Ros Holt, Ann Guard and Linda Bolchover.
ALSO PRESENT: Clerk Serena Thomas.
35 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE: Cllrs: Colin Staples, Gareth Evans, Mike Egan
It was reported to Council that Councillor John Fitzjohn has written to Council to advise of his resignation, it was regretfully noted by members.
36 DISCLOSURES OF INTEREST FROM MEMBERS:
Councillor Sue Jones declared an interest in all planning matters and left meeting prior to any discussions on agenda item 10.
37 MEETING WITH: No meetings.
38 PUBLIC REPRESENTATIONS: None received.
39 COUNCIL MINUTES - 6th July 2011
a) the Minutes were accepted as a true record.
b) Matters arising: Noted.
The written report of the Clerk regarding matters arising and subsequent actions taken was noted.
40 REPORT OF WARD MEMBER
Cllr Sue Jones gave the following report:
· Cllr Jones has held 2 surgeries at the Library over the last two months, dealing with individual problems.
· Has attended several meetings including: Licensing Committee meetings, Health, Social Care and Well Being Board, Task and Finish Meetings, Child and Family Board and Task and Finish meetings also Joint Finance Meeting looking at overspend issues, Planning Committee and Site visits, Oveerview and scrutiny Business Committee, Partnership Committee Meeting and a Full Council Meeting and an Extra Ordinary Council Meeting.
· Cllr Jones has carried out a rota visit at Ty Waunarlwydd, and attended a Youth Partition Conference at Pentrehafod Comprehensive and also attended a Strawberry Tea at the Mansion House for charity.
· Sue’s newsletter has been delivered (by her) around the village, of which she has received good feedback.
· Finally Sue reported that she participated in operation ‘Nemesis’ in Wind Street on the night of A level results. This was an operation looking at ID cards and underage drinking in partnership with the Police, licensing, door staff and night economy workers, The experience was very positive. The Police dealt with the situation in a very professional manner and both Cllr Cheryl Philpott and she were very impressed by the efficiency of the operation.
41 QUESTIONS RELATIVE TO COUNCIL BUSINESS
Following question/issues raised by Members it was RESOLVED that:
a) Confirmation that Arts and Crafts Exhibition is to take place between 13th – 15th October.
b) Gunning placement by river on Victoria Rd has gone. Cllr Jones stated this is being investigated.
c) Tabernacle on Gorwydd Rd – in a terrible state. Such a worry in bad weather. Cllr Jones advised the owner is considering some development, and stated safety is being monitored. Clerk to write to planning and advise of concerns in regards to safety.
d) Sign that is tilting by ‘Touch of Pink’ has still not been fixed. Cllr Jones stated she will chase this up.
e) Dog Fouling on Elba site/fields is still an issue. \\look into possibility of dogs on lead signs. Clerk to check wih Brian at Parks to check if viable option. Also Clerk to supply caravan site with dog muck bags.
f) Hill Street Dog Bin overflowing. Clerk to advise Environment Department.
Cllr Gareth Morgan arrived at 8.10pm
42 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Cllr Mike Sander gave the following report:
· Attended Community Council Forum with Cllr Gareth Evans. There was a presentation in regards to the LDP. The processes were explained although they were very complicated. Also the restructuring of the Police was discussed.
· A telephone call was received from a resident advised that she would like to have been informed about the recent litterpick. It was explained by Cllr Sander that the proper assessments will need to be done prior to inviting the public.
· He has noted that the speed sign on Gorwydd Rd is being viewed as a challenge by some drivers!!
· The Gas works on Gorwydd Rd will finish several weeks late leaving even more patched on the roads.
· Finally Cllr Sander reported that he attended the Lord Mayors Civic Service of Commitment and Thanksgiving in a Chapel in Graig Cefn Park, and after, a reception.
43 REPORT OF THE CLERK
(A) MISCELLANEOUS
RESOLVED that:
1. Community Council Forum – Next meeting – Thursday 6th October 2011 – Council Chamber, Civic Centre. Noted
2. Letter received from One Voice Wales – Autumn Training Programme. Noted
3. Letter received from Clos Bevan resident in relation to litterpick and other issues. Noted. Council resolved to look into making the litterpick a community scheme, clerk to check.
4. Arts and Crafts Exhibition Update. Clerk advised of actions taken and advised contact would be made with school in relation to competition. Cllr Bolchover reported of some issues with stands due to parent’s evenings taking place on the same evenings at schools which usually supply stands, however she is endeavouring to locate enough stands for all exhibitors. They are still awaiting confirmation of numbers of exhibitors to know the exact number of stands required.
5. Open day invitation for South Wales Police. Noted
6. Email received in relation to drains complaints. Noted
7. Letter via email received from Sports department at Gowerton School. Noted.
8. It was resolved that Council would not be taking part in the Winter Swansea in Bloom scheme this year due to costs.
9. Clerk advised Council that two positions will need to be advertised for vacancies on the council.
10. PACT meeting next Monday at 7pm at the Rechabite Hall.
11. Letter received from Cefnstylle resident in regards to road signs. Clerk to advise Highways and advise resident of action taken.
12. Letter received in relation to residents joining in with Community Council Litterpick. Noted. Clerk to investigate sites.
13. Proposed amendments to footpaths 51,52,56 and 57. No Objection.
(B) FINANCIAL MATTERS
The written report submitted by the Clerk was noted. RESOLVED that:
a) the following payments are authorized:
VAT
| Creditor
| Item
| £ Amount
| | VAT
inc
| a)
| Virgin Media
| Telephone Adv. Charges
| 41.00
| | Yes
| b)
| Office Allowance
| Clerk
| 150.39
| | Yes
| c)
| Bay Landscapes
| Monthly Cutting Charge
| 392.47
| | Yes
| d)
| Techguys
| Computer maintenance contract – monthly charge
| 8.49
| | Yes
| e)
| Clerk
| Mileage Allowance
| 27.65
| | Yes
| f)
| Neat Ideas
| General Stationary (including new shredder)
| 123.62
| | Yes
| g)
| Kingsbridge Print
| Newsletters
| 348.00
| | No
| h)
| Zurich Municipal
| LCAS Renewal
| 114.00
| | Yes
|
S137 Payments
£ 25.00 Shelter Cymru
(C) CORRESPONDENCE
The items of correspondence were noted.
(D) End of year accounts - 2010/2011. Council formally resolved to adopt the 10/11 accounts and approve Statement of Assurance as outlined by audit documents from Wales Audit Office/Mazars LLP.
44 PLANNING MATTERS
Council resolved as following:
- 2011/1099 – 11 Ffordd Alltwen, Gowerton. Rear orangery style extension to existing conservatory. No Objection
- 2011/0981 – The Spinney, Gorwydd Rd, Gowerton. Single storey side extension. No Objection
- 2011/0934 – 84 Sterry Rd, Gowerton. Change of use from garage to residential accommodation. Object – Overdevelopment, lack of access/egress, setting of a precedent in area, out of character with surrounding area.
- 2011/1167 – 86 Sterry Rd, Gowerton. Removal of conditional opening and licence for take away food. Object – area is already saturated with same types of retail extablishment, will exacerbate existing traffic and parking issues.
- 2011/1122 – 38 Brynymor Rd, Gowerton. Proposed single storey rear extension. No Objection
- 2011/1120 – Tawel Fryn, Cae Mansel Rd. Construction of a detached double garage. No Objection.
Meeting closed at 9:15pm
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