STAUNTON PARISH COUNCIL
Minutes of meeting held on Tuesday 12th March 2024
Venue: Corse and Staunton Village Hall Annexe
Time: 7:30pm
Present: Councillors; J. Millar, D. Peach, D. Williams, B. Allen, J. Capper, B. Buck (Corse Parish Council Representative), G. Millar (Clerk), and 3 Parishioners.
Chairman’s Welcome
Cllr Millar welcomed all present.
2.Receive Apologies
Apologies were received from District Councillor, Philip Burford and Cllr Fuller.
3.Declarations of Interest
None declared.
4. To confirm the minutes of the previous bi-monthly meeting held on Tuesday 9th January 2024
The minutes of the previous bi-monthly meeting held on Tuesday 9th January 2024 were proposed by Cllr Capper and seconded by Cllr Peach to be accepted as a true record.
5. County Councillor Report
No report due to absence.
6. District Councillor Report
No report due to absence.
7. District Councillor Report
No report due to absence.
8. Fundraising Supper Club
Cllr Capper noted that the last Fundraising Supper Club was a success, with 26/34 tickets currently sold for the next event, however the raffle prize donations were requested. Another event to be confirmed shortly for May or June.
9. Defibrillator
A written agreement between the Chamberlaynes, owners of The Swan Community Hub and Staunton Parish Council was duly signed ahead of the purchase of a defibrillator to be installed at the location.
Quote dependant an electrician has also be sourced for the installation of the defibrillator.
The purchase of a match funded defibrillator at the cost of £750 was then approved by full Council. This was proposed by Cllr Allen and seconded by Cllr Peach. The Clerk is to proceed with this.
10.Community Funded Fibre Project
Cllr Peach explained the latest letter received in relation to this project. Several informational events are due to be held in due course for Parishioners to attend.
11.Footpaths
Cllr Williams noted that Suzanne Hopes, the Public Rights of Way Officer for Gloucestershire County Council is retiring at the end of March.
GST 32 – The Ledbury Road section is to be temporarily resurfaced until Gloucestershire County Council can redo. Materials are to be provided by St James’ Church.
GST 6 – The stile has rotted away. Works are to be completed as soon as possible to resolve this.
12.SHELAA
Following a discussion, it was agreed that there were no further sites to be submitted.
13.Councillor Advocacy Scheme
It was agreed that Cllr Williams and Cllr Millar are to share the delegate role replacing Cllr Fuller.
14.Noticeboard
The ongoing damp issues were explained; however it was reported that the issue has recently improved with silica packs now installed inside the noticeboard and condensation cleaned.
15.SID
Cllr Allen noted that Staunton Parish Council’s Speed Indicator Device located by Corse and Staunton Academy has needed charging a couple of times recently due to the lack of sun light this time of year. However, both devices are functioning well.
16.Finance
17. Planning
Receipt of the Glynchbrook proposal was also noted. Staunton Parish Council has sent a letter of support to Redmarley Parish Council following this.
18. Any Other Business
Cllr Allen explained that a Parishioner is selling their beacon for £300. Staunton Parish Council to approach Corse Parish Council regarding shared ownership and purchase of this.
Cllr Williams has chased the Forest of Dean District Council Street Warden regarding the ongoing fly tipping issues in Staunton. Signage for the area is being sourced for installation.
Cllr Peach also gave the following PPG report:
Summary of Points Discussed at Staunton and Corse PPG March 6th 2024
Clinical Rota: Louise Tweney (LT) reported that the changes had resulted in most appointment waiting times being reduced to two weeks down from four weeks. Individual patients, however, might still experience longer times as the reduction was due to the wider variety of booking options, however, staff absence might still compromise this.
Staff Changes: Dr Ope Ajayi had resigned from his post at the Practice as a result of having been offered a partnership at another practice. Whilst sad to lose such a valued member of the team, the Practice wished him well in his partnership. Dr Jess Somerton will take up post as a salaried GP from September, whilst a locum will bridge the gap.
Jenny Odel, the current Advanced Nurse Practioner and Manager is leaving in May and Karina Blackwell will take on this role.
Izzy Jones’ role as a GP Assistant is being extended to include medical photography, phlebotomy and dermatography.
The role of a Health Care Assistant is being advertised.
Events: Cervical Smear Test Drop-in Clinic. Organised for Wednesday 20th March, 16.00 – 20.00hrs with staff available to discuss the issues over tea and cake. The aim is to target 25 -49yr olds and help them overcome any fears or concerns they may have. There are also some pre-booking appointments available on the day.
Covid Vaccinations: Available in April for the over 75yr olds and those with compromised immune systems, care home residents and the house bound.
19. Public Participation
No items raised.
The meeting finished at 8:47pm
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