Cllr. Gallop proposed and Cllr. Bigg seconded a proposal that the Parish Council should cover the cost of the hire of the Memorial Hall to a figure of £250. Passed.

Clerk’s Report.

1) Gambling Act 2005- “Draft Statement of Principles”. After some discussion it was suggested by Cllr. Bigg that a letter of support should be forwarded to NSC relating to their proposal that they will not be applying for any new-type casino licences and that the Parish Council would support any move to pass a “No casino” recommendation. Cllr. Yamanaka intimated that the licences for the Gambling Act would be dealt with in a similar way to the recent Licensing Act. The Clerk mentioned that any request for a new licence should, according to the draft statement, be referred to the Parish Council for comment.

2) Streetscene- the new Streets and Open Spaces newsletter.

3) Street Naming & Property Numbering- a copy of NSC’s policy has been received.

4) North Somerset Partnership- copy already forwarded by e-mail or post. Comment received regarding “Healthier communities and older people”. ”. Cllr. Bigg attended the meeting where, in her role with Voluntary Action on the Health and Social Care side, she made the suggestion that as part of the consultation process recommended that dialogue is opened with Parish Councils. She will continue to monitor.

5) Skateboard park- the Clerk suggested that along with Cllr. Moss a meeting should be arranged with the users with a view to a small management “committee” being formed. It was encouraging that the initial damage to the fencing appears to have abated. It was also suggested that the ramp at the far end of the park should be covered in at the side and back so that it does not become a “den” or rubbish collection area. Clerk to take forward.

6) Publication- The Trumpet Voluntary.

7) Play area- the Clerk mentioned that the multi-play activity unit was temporarily out of action due to rotting timber. Somewhat surprising as it passed a ROSPA inspection in June. The Clerk is obtaining quotes for repair and has had the unit taped off and notices placed asking that the equipment is not used. The Clerk is also to write to ROSPA as it is doubtful that the condition has suddenly happened.

8) Litter & the Law. The Clerk made mention of a guidance book received from ENCAMS covering “Local Environmental quality” and is a useful guide into the Cleaner Neighbourhood & Environment Act as it sets out who is responsible and the powers that are available

Highways Matters –

1) Downside Road- meeting arranged for Wednesday 23rd August to take forward the “refuge” space required for children accessing the school bus.

2) Ghost pavement- High St. /School Rd. - pot holes need filling in as they are within the ghost pavement area.

3) Various issues relating to recent lining- a) Broad St- the new double yellow lines have not been extended as far as expected. b) - contractor has not taken into account the conservation area-Clerk has flagged this up with NSC.

4) Ghost pavement eastern side of High St.- plan has been received and is being discussed by the Traffic sub-committee

Police – Cllr. Irving mentioned a letter received from Mr. Clark regarding parking by the bridge in Silver Street- the Clerk has brought this to the attention of PC Tacchi.

Lighting- Following a recent inspection it appears that a light in Westward Close has been fractured and the Clerk is waiting for an estimate for replacement.

FINANCE REPORT 18th April 2006
ACCOUNTS FOR APPROVAL PERIOD to 8th (19 weeks)

Memorial – request for alcohol

nil

Bristol International Airport –

1) - Cllr. Atkins notes relating to the Consultative Committee Meeting 26th July were submitted pre-meeting.

2) - Change in controlled air space will take effect from 31st August. Comment was made that currently there is a perception that aircraft are going further south on take-off and new air space should alleviate this.

3) - Kerosene levels- there is no governmental standard and it is stated that odour from kerosene is different from kerosene levels. Levels are currently being monitored by a resident in Downside Road.

4) - PCAA is looking to increase its subscriptions to £50 for the current year and then £75 w.e.f. 1st January 2007. It was proposed by Cllr. Matthews and seconded by Cllr. Phillips that the Council should pay the 2006 increase. Passed.

5) - Cllr. Atkins is unable to attend the October 18th Consultative Committee Meeting and Cllr. Glynn will attend in her place.

6) - Cllr. Glynn mentioned that the BIA sub-committee will have its first meeting with Mr. Littleton of BIA on 4th September at 15.30 hours in the John Locke Room.

ALCA – The Clerk made comment on the August Newsletter and its contents.

Parish Plan - proceeding with the action plan.

Consultation - Review of Street Trading Arrangements- the Clerk brought this to the attention of the Council. After a general discussion it was agreed that the Council should re-emphasise the potential multiplication of trading in Broad Street and on the A38. It was felt that vans should be licensed for specific sites rather than on the basis of a “global” licence. The Clerk is to write to NSC.

District Councillor’s Report – Issued pre-meeting and covered Waste, Yatton Library, Sustain project, NSC website, Airport parking prosecutions and Strawberry Line works.

On the issue of green garden bags this will be subject to a press release as there is a delay in receipt.

Gatcombe Farm - Cllr. Yamanaka will take forward the issue relating to rubbish that has been deposited in a field. Cllr. Glynn mentioned that at the planning meeting that the owners of Gatcombe Farm attended this issue was raised.

Open Forum

Village Green- comment made regarding the trees and Cllr. Glynn mentioned that he has asked the NSC Tree Officer to look at when next in Wrington.

There being no other business the meeting was declared closed at 21.00 hours.

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Mr. T R Clements
Chairman