STAUNTON PARISH COUNCIL
Minutes of meeting held on Tuesday 10th January 2023
Venue: Corse and Staunton Village Hall Annexe
Time: 7:30pm
Present: Councillors; J. Millar, D. Peach, D. Williams, M. Fuller, J. Capper, P. Burford (District Councillor), G. Moseley (County Councillor), G. Millar (Clerk), and 4 Parishioners.
1,Chairman’s Welcome
Cllr Millar welcomed all present.
2. Receive Apologies
Apologies were received from Cllr Allen, District Councillor Brian Lewis and Corse Parish Council Representative, Barbara Buck.
3.Declarations of Interest
None declared.
4. To confirm the minutes of the previous bi-monthly meeting held on Tuesday 8th November 2022.
The minutes of the previous bi-monthly meeting held on Tuesday 8th November 2022 were proposed by Cllr Capper and seconded by Cllr Fuller to be accepted as a true record.
5. County Councillor Report
County Councillor, Gill Moseley encouraged all to put in their bids for the Highways Local Fund.
It was also reported that there is a request backlog for Traffic Regulation Orders and Public Rights of Way, which is affecting the 20’s plenty initiative.
6. District Councillor Report
District Councillor, Philip Burford reported that due to issues with staff shortages, there are ongoing issues with sustainability input towards planning applications.
At the last full Council meeting, there were two motions put forward by the Green Party, with one being supported to reduce the phosphate pollution in the River Wye.
It was also reported that UBICO are to get the 2024 bin collection contract.
The Forest of Dean District Council Planning Committee has also had a name change and is now called the Development Management Committee.
7. District Councillor Report
No report due to absence.
8. Matters Arising:
Build Back Better Councillor Scheme Applications
It was confirmed that the Memorial Bench has now been installed. An opening ceremony with June Fardon to be organised soon.
Monies have also been received from the Build Back Better Councillor Scheme for funding towards a replacement noticeboard which can now proceed.
9. Saplings
It was reported that unfortunately many saplings which Staunton Parish Council planted in 2022, haven’t survived. The ones that have survived now have protectors installed and include 4 oaks.
Cllr Fuller also suggested the planting of bulbs around the newly installed Memorial Bench.
10.Speed Indicator Device Updates
Following a recent theft, Staunton Parish Council has now taken delivery of the replacement Speed Indicator Device. A new and improved secure bracket is now being designed ahead of installation.
11.Village Signage
A Parishioner suggestion for the creation and installation of Village Signs in conjunction with the upcoming coronation of King Charles III was discussed. It was agreed by all to investigate potential highways issues further before proceeding.
12.Collapsed Drain Cover A417
It was noted that Cllr Williams has reported the issue, although works are still to be completed.
13.Finance
Council to receive a report following the most recent internal finance check
Cllr Williams reported that Staunton Parish Council’s financial records are all in order, with only a slight overspend on training noted against the 2022/23 budget.
To present a bank reconciliation reporting all payments and receipts since 2nd November 2022
Financial Report: Payments & Receipts 02/11/22 – 06/01/23
Opening Balance Brought Forward from Last Reconciliation: £8,194.07
Payments in Period:
07.11.22 Clerk’s November Expenses £21.67
07.11.22 Clerk’s November Salary £311.22
09.11.22 Clerk Training – FILCA £144.00
06.12.22 Clerk’s December Salary £529.22
06.12.22 Half Year Grass Cutting £80.00
12.12.22 Printer Cartridges £22.00
16.12.22 Replacement S.I.D £3,627.60
19.12.22 Memorial Bench Install £410.00
04.01.23 Clerk’s December/January Expenses £43.34
06.01.23 Clerk’s January Salary £337.22
TOTAL: £5,526.27
Receipts in Period:
06.01.23 Build Back Better Funding £801.58
TOTAL: £801.58
Balance After All Payments & Receipts Are Accounted For: £3,469.38
Statement of Account
Balance in Lloyds Account @ 06/01/23: £3,469.38
Council to approve 2023/2024 budget
The proposed 2023/23 budget was put to Councillors. It was approved by all. The approval was proposed by Cllr Williams and seconded by Cllr Peach.
Council to approve 2023/2024 precept
It was agreed by all Councillors to put forward an increase of £1,000 to Staunton Parish Council’s precept for 2023/24. This was proposed by Cllr Capper and seconded by Cllr Williams.
14.Planning
P0097/22/FUL
Erection of No. 20 dwellings and associated landscaping, parking and works. Demolition of existing residential buildings - 1-27 Johnstone Close, Staunton, Gloucestershire, GL19 3RR
Staunton Parish Council Comment - NO OBJECTION
FoDDC Decision - PENDING CONSIDERATION
P0731/22/FUL
Proposed residential development (Use Class C3) for the erection of No. 16 dwellings and associated infrastructure, landscaping, parking and works. Demolition of existing garden centre - Garden Centre, Ledbury Road, Staunton, Gloucestershire, GL19 3QA
Staunton Parish Council Comment - OBJECTION
FoDDC Decision - PENDING CONSIDERATION
P0093/22/DISCON
Discharge of condition 07 (Slate and Stone samples) relating to planning permission P1788/18/FUL – Hillview, Moat Lane, Staunton, Gloucestershire, GL19 3QG
Staunton Parish Council Comment - NO OBJECTION
FoDDC Decision - GRANTED PERMISSION
P1258/22/FUL
Erection of self-contained annex. (Retrospective) - April Rise, Ledbury Road Crescent, Staunton, Gloucestershire, GL19 3QB
Staunton Parish Council Comment - OBJECTION
FoDDC Decision - APPLICATION WITHDRAWN
15.Any Other Business
Cllr Williams noted that a request has been made for the removal of a stile between Ledbury Road and Cullingham Close. The enquiry has been made and is currently awaiting a response.
Cllr Fuller reported that he will be holding a fundraising quiz night for the Community Hub at The Swan on 1st March.
16.Public Participation
There was flooding prevention concerns highlighted. It was agreed that a Riparian Rights reminder is to be given to Parishioners.
The meeting finished at 8:45pm
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