TINTAGEL PARISH
COUNCIL
TINTAGEL’S GREAT SEAL
Clerk. Mrs S.J. Moth
Phone: 01840 770022
E-mail :
moth.sct@btinternet.com
TINTAGEL
PARISH COUNCIL
TINTAGEL’S GREAT SEAL
Clerk. Mrs S.J. Moth
Phone: 01840 770022
E-mail :
moth.sct@btinternet.com
3rd July 2008
DRAFT Minutes of a Meeting of the Tintagel Parish Council
held on Wednesday 2ND July 2008
Present: Cllrs. Flower, Dangar, Hodge, Bull and
Menhenick
24 members of the public were present
Apologies: Cllrs. R. Wickett, M. Smith & Mrs. T. Dorman
Invitation to members of the public to speak prior to
meeting regarding items on the Agenda (10 minutes allowed for this item)
Derek Rowe spoke on behalf of Bomag seeking the support of
the Parish Council to object to the latest plans submitted by Arqiva.
The Chairman opened the meeting at 7.05p.m.
AGENDA
Minutes of the previous meeting 4th June 2008 and
Matters Arising
The planning application about which Arqiva had written
which was discussed at this meeting on 4th June was received
today, 2nd July. It was agreed to defer a decision on this
application until the next meeting of the Parish Council in order that the
item would be displayed on an Agenda as required. The Clerk confirmed that a
letter had also been received from Anthony Sandall Solicitors asking for the
Parish Council’s support in objecting to this application and also an email
had been received from Arqiva expressing disappointment that the Parish
Council did not wish to make any comments prior to the submission of the
formal planning application. Cate West had confirmed with NCDC the last day
for objections was 30th July but that no pink notice had been
displayed today. It was agreed that the Clerk would contact the Planning
Department to ask for agreement for the comments to be sent after the next
meeting of the Parish Council to be held on 30th July.
20 members of the public left the meeting.
Trevena Square - Cllrs. Dangar and Wickett had had a look at
works required to improve access through the right of way and had provided a
sketch of proposals. Clerk to contact local contractors to obtain quotations
for this work.
It was proposed by Cllr. Bull and seconded by Cllr.
Menhenick that the Minutes be signed as a true record of the meeting. All in
favour.
REPORTS
Police PCSO Terry Groves updated on proposals for the
Royal Visit. The police would be in the village on Wednesday placing cones
and signs as necessary.
CCC C/Cllr. Brown advised that most of the grass verges
in the area had now been cut. Concern was expressed about the overgrown
hedges in Church Hill/Vicarage Hill. Cllr. Brown agreed to try and resolve
this matter prior to the Royal visit next week. Cllr. Brown updated on One
Cornwall and Community Networks. The Clerk expressed concern about how she
was having difficulty obtaining the plans for the shelter from CCC. Cllr.
Brown to investigate.
NCDC Cllr. Flower had correspondence from Mouchel
regarding the works to Sanding Road and a revised closure period. It was
proposed by Cllr. Hodge and seconded by Cllr. Dangar, with all in favour,
that the Parish Council supports the closure dates of 3/11/08 - 28/2/09,
excluding the Christmas/New Year period.
Cllr. Flower spoke about the Royal Visit and how good this
would be for the village. It was agreed that the car park at Trevena Square
would be closed on Thursday 10th July.
Cllr. Dangar expressed disappointment at the hanging
baskets, they were very dry when they were delivered to him. Clerk to
contact company who had provided the baskets.
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
2008/01140 Mr. M. Finlay, Bossiney House
Hotel, Tintagel
Erection of porch extensions, access and
amenity alterations
Cllr. Dangar declared an interest. No objections proposed by
Cllr. Bull and seconded by Cllr. Menhenick. One abstention. Remainder in
favour.
2008/01139 Mr. B. Baird, Trewinnick
Farm, Tintagel
Conversion and extension to outbuilding
to form two units of holiday accommodation
No objections proposed by Cllr. Hodge,
seconded by Cllr. Dangar. All in favour.
2008/01202 Mr. A. Fergusson, St. Yse
Cottage, St. Nectans Glen, Trethevy
Conversion of former store to provide
additional accommodation to cottage
No objections proposed by Cllr. Hodge,
seconded by Cllr. Bull. All in favour.
It was agreed that the 4 further applications received after
the production of the Agenda would be deferred until the Planning Meeting to
be held on 30th July.
APPROVALS
The following approvals were noted:-
2008/00678 Mr. & Mrs. Gracey, Ayr
Cottage, Bossiney
Demolition of existing flat roof garage
and the erection of a 2 bedroom dwelling
2008/00776 Mr. W. Dangar, Gavercoombe
Farm, Atlantic Road, Tintagel
Retention of agricultural livestock and
general purpose agricultural building previously erected
without consent
APPLICATIONS WITHDRAWN
The following withdrawn applications
were noted-
2008/00722 Mr. N. Bradley, Shelton Farm,
Delabole
Erection of agricultural building to
house 300 cows
2008/00560 Mr. Lee Sharpe, Tintagel Arms
Hotel, Tintagel
Renewal of permission for the conversion
of hotel to 7 flats
2008/00950 Dr. & Mrs. Parvis Dabir-Alai,
Ivy Cottage, Trenale
Alterations and erection of extensions
to form additional domestic accommodation
AGENDA ITEMS
Royal Visit
Discussed previously. Clerk to advise Councillors of details
by letter with Draft Minutes.
Accounts 2007/08
Copies of accounts were distributed. Agreed that the Clerk
and Chairman should sign and return the Annual Return to the Audit
Commission. Item to be added to next Agenda should any queries arise.
Memorial Seat - Bossiney
The Clerk advised that this seat was beyond repair. It was
agreed a seat would be moved here from another location and a new seat
purchased to relocate elsewhere. It was noted that there were some nice
seats in St. Teath and the Clerk would contact the Clerk to find out where
they were from
Cllr. Hodge mentioned that the new seat provided at Trenale
was loose at the joints. Clerk to ask handyman to investigate. Also steps
were needed to reach the verge on which the seat was placed. Clerk to advise
handyman.
Christmas lights
- Email from Lighting Committee The email from the lighting
committee was read out. All agreed that no blame had ever been put on
the lighting committee or Mr. Lowe with regard to the problems
experienced with the lighting.
Christmas lights, continued
- quotation for amendments to lighting connections The Clerk had
been in contact with SEC who had spoken with Mr. Lowe about the problems
being experienced which it appears is caused by the RCDs. A quotation
had been received from SEC to resolve the problem. It was proposed by
Cllr. Hodge and seconded by Cllr. Menhenick with all in favour that the
Clerk contact SEC to ask that if the work was carried out that the work
and performance would be guaranteed, before accepting the quotation.
CORRESPONDENCE
The Boundary Committee for England - Review of Electoral
Arrangements for One Cornwall
No action necessary.
C.C.C. - Highways Act 1980 Section 119 - Proposed Diversion
of Footpath No. 6 in the Parish of Tintagel
No objections to the diversion.
Mr. J. Stratton - Request to plant trees and possible
provision of bench, Trevena Square nature area
Clerk read a letter from Mr. Stratton asking to place two
trees and possibly a bench in the nature area. Concern was expressed about
the area being quite wet. It was agreed that we should see how the area is
over the coming winter, now that drainage work has been carried out and give
the matter further thought in the Spring
C.A.L.C. General Meeting - Charters and Community Networks
Noted.
N.C.D.C. Recycling Banks Project -
Response from N.C.D.C.
Clerk to write to NCDC and ask that the fence be removed as
it is causing a lot of problems with dumping of recycling and refuse.
Devon and Cornwall Police - letter from Mr. S. Ottter, Chief
Constable re: progress on plans for the future
Noted.
FOR INFORMATION
Mr. R.O. Martin - Copy of letter to S.W.W.A. re: Operation
Clean Sweep, Tintagel and
copy of response to Mr. Martin from South West Water
Noted.
Treasure Trails - Tintagel Spy Trail
Noted.
One Cornwall:-
- Press Release
- Programme Update May 2008
- Parish and Town Council Communication Issue 9
Noted.
Tintagel Carnival Committee - Donations and Balance Sheet
Letter noted. The Clerk had also received a request from the
Carnival Committee to site a fairground organ in Trevena Square car park.
Clerk to contact the Secretary and check that the lorry could gain access
and how much room would be required. If the car park was not considered
accessible, Cllr. Dangar suggested the Carnival Committee contact the owner
of land between the Wootons and the Cornishman to site the lorry.
Arqiva - Arqiva Transmitting Station, Bossiney
Discussed previously.
Restormel Borough Council - Parish and Town Council’s Guide
Noted.
N.C.D.C. - Camelot Ward Profile
Noted.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
It was proposed by Cllr. Menhenick and seconded by Cllr.
Bull that the cheques be signed. All in favour.
DATE AND TIME OF NEXT MEETING AND PLANNING MEETING END
JULY/AUGUST
The next full Parish Council would be held on 3rd
September with a Planning Meeting being held on 30th July at 7.00
p.m. at which any urgent matters would also be discussed on the Agenda.
To consider passing the following resolution in respect of
the items listed below.
"That the press and public be excluded from the meeting for
the following item of business on the grounds that they involve likely
disclosure of information prejudicial to the public interest as defined in
the Local Government Act 1972".
It was proposed by Cllr. Menhenick and seconded by Cllr.
Bull that the above resolution be passed. All in favour.
Sproulls - Land at Merlins Way, Tintagel
Social Hall - Quotes for repairs to roof
There being no further business, the Chairman closed the
meeting at 9.15 p.m.
Chairman
