Bridford, Devon

February 12, 2018March 6, 2018

Bridford Parish Council Minutes of PC Meeting 5th February 2018

Minutes of a meeting of Bridford Parish Council held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday 5^th February 2018 at 7.00pm Present: Cllrs F Miles (Chairperson), G Hearnden, A Lord, R Dowding, E Price, T Evans, J Padgham, Mrs J P Banks (Clerk). Dst Cllr Amanda Ford and Cnty Cllr Jerry Brooks attended for part of the meeting. No members of the public were present.
1	Apologies: – none
2	Declarations of Interest – none
3	Public Discussion – it was reported by a Parish Councillor that an electricity pole at the top of School Lane is overgrown with ivy. This will be reported to Western Power.
MATTERS ARISING
4	Minutes – the Parish Council resolved to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 8^th January 2018 as a true and accurate record of the meeting.
5	Allotments – one annual rent due 1st October, remains unpaid. Chaser letter to be sent.
6	Play Area – the Parish Council has received two grants of £600 from Dst Cllr Ford and £1,000 from Cnty Cllr Brook to assist with the purchase of an outdoor table tennis table and the preparation of the site. The PC has also applied to the Elector Fund at TDC and has yet to hear if the application has been successful.
7	Bridford Hill and Snow Warden – the hill is not treated as many times as the gritter lorries go out, but the volunteer Snow Warden system is currently working well. Grit supply is an issue. Bags of salt/grit left outside appear to be waterlogged and rendered unusable. Snow Warden to be asked to liaise with the farm manager to see if it can be kept under cover. Snow Warden is in contact with DCC Highways to ascertain exactly how many 25kg bags were delivered in January this year and to order more supplies. The Parish Council agreed that it would have to pay for it if necessary.
8	Parish Plan – a date to be set to review the Parish Plan. Meeting to take place at the Bridford Inn. Cllr Price to ascertain which is likely to be the quietest night at the pub.
9	Village Garden – Roger Clark and his team of helpers have cleared a lot of the garden. It now needs to be decided how much should be spent on replanting. Richard Hearnden has been asked to suggest what should be planted and an estimate of the cost of the new plants.
10	Parish Footpaths – most of the footpaths have been walked by members of the Parish Council. A reminder of the ones still to be checked will be sent out.
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
11		District Councillors Report – Cllr Ford had not arrived at this time
12		County Councillors Report – Cllr Brook had not arrived at this time
13		Meetings attended by Parish Councillors – Cllr Dowding and Cllr Lord attended the Village Hall Annual Meeting. The minutes of the meeting and the annual accounts were put in the circulation folder for the Councillors to read. The Clerk took part in an ‘online’ meeting / presentation by PKF Littlejohn LLP setting out the new criteria and instructions for completing the annual return. There is not a lot of difference from previous years. At this point the subject of the new Data Protection laws which come into force on 21st May was raised. The Clerk is aware and has been in contact with DALC to find out what training and information is to be made available.
Dst Cllr Amanda Ford joined the meeting at 7.20pm – she was welcomed by the Chairperson and invited to speak
		Phil Shears has been appointed by democratic vote to the permanent position of Managing Director of TDC. Connecting Devon and Somerset broadband rollout, regarding the Teign Valley Ward – it is anticipated that the Phase 2 roll out will be completed in the near future. The £500 voucher system will be re-introduced which will be available to households that are struggling to achieve the required connection and speed of broadband. Council budget 2018 – the level of Council tax will see a rise of £5 or 3.12%
Dst Cllr Ford left the meeting at 7.35pm
PLANNING
For Discussion
14	Cedar House, Bridford – re proposed erection of standalone double garage (DN{PA ref 0016/18) The Parish Council’s comments remain the same as for the previous application which was withdrawn. The PC Planning Committee submitted its report and objected to the application.
Cnty Cllr Jerry Brook joined the meeting at 7.45pm – he was welcomed by the Chairperson and invited to speak.
	It is budget month at DCC. Efficiency savings have to be made. The Government has made a one off payment of £10m for Social Care. Devon, including Plymouth and Torbay have combined forces to become one of ten pilot areas Adult Care and Health will see a 6.1% increase, Child Services 5.5% and Community and Public Health 2.9% Public Health is a serious concern. In certain parts of the county, there has been a slight increase in teenage pregnancy. Corporate Services will see a reduction of 1.7% with Highways Infra-Development down 2.7%. The budget goes to Council on 15th February and is expected to go through without too much argument. DCC will be reviewing the salting procedure in the county and there may be the opportunity to find out how the actions of the Council are considered. DCC was successful in its bid for additional money for its road network. Cllr Brook has been asked to chair a task group looking at polution but this will not apply to the Teign Valley. Cllr Miles asked if there is any risk of a need to downgrade the needs of rural communities and spend more on the towns. Cllr Brook replied that it will take a lot of balancing but money will be there. Cllr Miles asked if there is to be a discussion over the policy of salt/gritting, how would Bridford, as one of many, be serviced by the ‘blue light’ services? Bridford sees itself as a special case by way of geographical location. Some roads which are a gritting priority have other alternative routes. Bridford Hill does not. Cllr Brook was thanked by the Parish Council for making funds available for the Table Tennis project from his locality budget.
Cnty Cllr Brook left the meeting at 8.05pm
15	Seven Views. Bridford – re proposed replacement dwelling (DNPA ref 0015/18). The Parish Council undertook a site visit following which its report was submitted on an informal basis, strongly supporting the application. This decision was ratified at the meeting this evening. DNPA will be advised.
16	Any planning items for discussion since publication of the agenda Field at Manley Mead, Bridford – re proposed erection of general purpose secure agricultural building (DNPA ref 0055/18) Site visit to be arranged.
For Information– none
17	Any planning items for information received since publication of the agenda A letter has been received from Nick Savin in response to the PC’s letter to DNPA over various planning issues. The Parish Council is impressed with Nick’s helpful reply. Details of Cedar House ‘for sale’ details were circulated. The Parish Council will forward details to DNPA
FINANCE & ACCOUNTS
18	Internal Audit 2017/18 – the Parish Council resolved to appoint Penny Clapham to undertake the internal audit for the year end 31st March 2018. External Audit 2017/18 – PKF Littlejohn LLP have been appointed nationally to undertake the external audits for the year ended 31st March 2018. Bank Interest Rate – the bank interest rate has increased from 0.05% to 0.10% for balances of £1+
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21	Account balances as at 4th December 2017 Current account Investment account		£5,652.13 £3,745.50 £9,397.63
22	INCOME DCC Locality Budget Grant to assist Table Tennis project Bank Interest December 2017		£1,000.00 £ 0.30 £,1000.30
23	EXPENDITURE Mrs J P Banks re January 2018 salary Mrs J P Banks Admin Expenditure 1 Oct – 31 Dec 2017 Mr G Dicker re grass verges / allotments Bridford Village Hall re room hire for PC meetings 1 Oct – 31 Dec 2017 £48.00 Re contribution to PO rent 1 Oct – 31 Dec 2017 £52.00		£ 200.93 £ 175.66 £ 154.98 £ 100.00 £ 631.57
24	Account balances as at 8th January 2018 Current account Investment account		£6,020.56 £3,745.80 £9,766.36
25	(Balances include earmarked funds: £120 refundable allotment deposits / £3,563 Play Area / £67.50 Village Garden / £136.76 textile bank)
The Parish Council resolved to accept the accounts and authorise the expenditure. Cllr Dowding, delegated by the Chairperson, checked the cheques to the invoices and the reconciliation to the bank statement.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
26	Litter Posters – the Parish Council agreed that the village does not have a litter problem and that it was not necessary to display warning posters.
27	Car Parking – there are areas in the village that are unsafe for parking, on the bend opposite the telephone kiosk and by the junction box near the end of Butts Close. Cars parked outside houses in Moreton Terrace reduce the road to one lane. A suitable piece of land needs to be identified for use as a village car park. Sites suggested were the area of grass in front of Oxenpark Gate, the area of land at the top of School Lane, above the allotments (if the owner was willing to sell or lease), the field at the top of Pound Lane next to Oxenpark Gate (owned by the builder who built the Oxenpark Estate) and the layby at the top of Pound Lane. The Parish Council decided that the best site would be the grass area at Oxenpark Gate, but this could be the subject of a section 106 agreement. Cllr Evans pointed out that there is an electricity source on this piece of ground so another idea could be to install a charging point for electric vehicles. Enquiries will be made at HM Land Registry to see who owns the land. Village car parking will be the main topic at the Annual Parish Meeting in May.
28	Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda The Great British Spring Clean – TDC will be supporting Keep Britain Tidy’s national Great British Spring Clean 2 – 4 March 2018. Litter picking kits available. The Parish Council agreed that Bridford does not have a litter problem but suggested that the details should be forwarded on to the Scouts.
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
29	Nomination for Queen’s Royal Garden Party – Cllr Ann Lord has been nominated with a companion, to attend the Queen’s Royal Garden Party in June.
30	TDC Dates of Easter Recycling Collections – date to be published on the website , notice boards and in Unity magazine.
31	Village Hall Grant Application to Dartmoor Communities Fund – the Parish Council sent a letter of support to DNPA in connection with the Village Hall’s grant application
32	Any items for information received since publication of the agenda Invitation received from the Chairman of TDC to the Parish Council Chairperson to attend the Teignbridge District Council Civic Service on 4 March at Bishopsteignton. Notification received from Chris Marrrow (Forest Management) of work likely to commence mid February in the Laployd and Smithacott blocks of Tottiford Woodlands to thin out the trees. Haulage will probably follow from early March onwards with the whole programme taking up to four months to complete. The main impact will be timber lorries hauling timber through the village from Laployd to the Teign Valley road. Sections of the bridleway will have to be closed off while work is taking place next to or close by them.
33	Public Discussion – Cllr Lord reported complaints about slurry running down the road in the village. The complainant was advised to report it to the Environment. Cllr Miles reported complaints that the road surface is being destroyed where cattle are crossing the road at Lowton Lane. Cllr Hearnden will speak with the Farm Manager. There is an ongoing problem on the road between Heltor and Plaistow green where the road is constantly flooded. This will be reported to DCC Highways.
34	Date of next meeting – The next meeting will be held on Monday 5th March 2018 at 7.00pm in the upstairs room of the Village Hall
	Original minutes signed by the Chairperson 5th March 2018
	CIRCULATION Newsletters, Reports & Circulars Healthwatch Voices Winter 2018 Dunsford PC approved minutes of November 2017 meeting Dunsford PC approved minutes of December 2017 meeting Dunsford PC draft minutes of January 2018 meeting Christow PC approved minutes of December 2017 meeting TALC draft minutes of November 2017 meeting Miscellaneous SLCC Annual Accounts 2017 Correspondence sent Various

February 4, 2018

Gritting Update

Thanks to Matt and David G who went out tonight to grit the hill. Do though take it carefully, our volunteers go out once, DCC is going out at least twice tonight on their routes.
If anyone else would like to join the team, we are short of drivers, it cannot be done without a 4WD and tow bar. If you would like to help then the Chair of the Parish Council, Francis Miles can explain the position on insurance.

Anne

January 30, 2018January 30, 2018

Bridford Parish Council Meeting Agenda 5th February 2018

BRIDFORD PARISH COUNCIL
Dear Parish Councillors and Members of the Public, Parish Councillors are summoned and Members of the Publicare invited to attend a meeting of Bridford Parish Council to be held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday 5^th February 2018 at 7.00pm Joan Banks Clerk to Bridford Parish Council
1	Apologies:
2	Declarations of Interest – Councillors to declare any personal or prejudicial interest relating to any item on the agenda
3	Public Discussion – opportunity for members of the public to comment on any items on the agenda or to bring any other matters to the attention of the Parish Council
MATTERS ARISING
4	Minutes – Parish Council to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 8^th January 2018
5	Allotments
6	Play Area – table tennis project
7	Bridford Hill and Snow Warden
8	Parish Plan
9	Village Garden
10	Parish Footpaths
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
11		District Councillors Report
12		County Councillors Report
13		Meetings attended by Parish Councillors
PLANNING
For Discussion
The following two applications were dealt with between meetings due to the short timescale for submission of comments
14	Cedar House, Bridford – re proposed erection of standalone double garage (DN{PA ref 0016/18) The Parish Council’s comments remain the same as for the previous application which was withdrawn. The PC Planning Committee submitted its report and objected to the application.
15	Seven Views. Bridford – re proposed replacement dwelling (DNPA ref 0015/18). The Parish Council undertook a site visit following which its report was submitted on an informal basis, strongly supporting the application. This decision will be ratified at the February PC meeting
16	Any planning items for discussion since publication of the agenda
For Information– none
17	Any planning items for information received since publication of the agenda
FINANCE & ACCOUNTS
18	Internal Audit 2017/18
19	External Audit 2017/18
20	Bank Interest Rate
21	Account balances as at 4th December 2017 Current account Investment account		£5,652.13 £3,745.50 £9,397.63
22	INCOME DCC Locality Budget Grant to assist Table Tennis project Bank Interest December 2017		£1,000.00 £ 0.30 £,1000.30
23	EXPENDITURE Mrs J P Banks re January 2018 salary Mrs J P Banks Admin Expenditure 1 Oct – 31 Dec 2017 Mr G Dicker re grass verges / allotments Bridford Village Hall re room hire for PC meetings 1 Oct – 31 Dec 2017 £48.00 Re contribution to PO rent 1 Oct – 31 Dec 2017 £52.00		£ 200.93 £ 175.66 £ 154.98 £ 100.00 £ 631.57
24	Account balances as at 8th January 2018 Current account Investment account		£6,020.56 £3,745.80 £9,766.36
25	(Balances include earmarked funds: £120 refundable allotment deposits / £2,063 Play Area / £67.50 Village Garden / £136.76 textile bank)
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
26	Litter Posters
27	Car Parking
28	Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
29	Nomination for Queen’s Royal Garden Party
30	TDC Dates of Easter Recycling Collections
31	Village Hall Grant Application to Dartmoor Communities Fund
32	Any items for information received since publication of the agenda
33	Public Discussion
34	Date of next meeting – The next meeting will be held on Monday 5th March 2018 at 7.00pm in the upstairs room of the Village Hall

	Joan Banks Clerk to Bridford Parish Council
	CIRCULATION Newsletters, Reports & Circulars Healthwatch Voices Winter 2018 Dunsford PC approved minutes of November 2017 meeting Dunsford PC approved minutes of December 2017 meeting Dunsford PC draft minutes of January 2018 meeting Christow PC approved minutes of December 2017 meeting TALC draft minutes of November 2017 meeting Miscellaneous SLCC Annual Accounts 2017 Correspondence sent Various

January 28, 2018

Asterix and Obelix Quiz Night

January 19, 2018February 8, 2018

Draft Minutes of Bridford Parish Council Meeting 8th January 2018

Minutes of a meeting of Bridford Parish Council held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday 8th January 2018 at 7.00pm
Present: Cllrs F Miles (Chairperson), G Hearnden, E Price, A Lord, R Dowding, J Padgham, T Evans, Mrs J P Banks (Clerk). Cnty Cllr Jerry Brook attended for part of the meeting. No members of the public were in attendance.
1		Apologies: Dst Cllr Amanda Ford
2		Declarations of Interest – none
3		Public Discussion – no items for discussion
MATTERS ARISING
4		Minutes – the Parish Council resolved to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 4th December 2017 as a true and accurate record of the meeting.
5		Allotments – there is one annual rental due 1st October 2017, still outstanding. Three half plots remain vacant.
6		Play Area – Table Tennis Project. The Clerk has received an offer to level the ground at no charge, in preparation for the installation of the table tennis table. A letter will be sent to officially accept the offer. Dst Cllr Ford kindly agreed a grant of £600 towards the project which has been credited to the PC bank account. A grant of £1,000 has been requested from Cnty Cllr Brook and an application has been made to Teignbridge for monies from the Electors Fund, however, it will not be known if we are successful from this source until after the closing date on 2nd February.
7		Bridford Hill and Snow Warden – the new set up with Anne Mayes at the helm of the Snow Warden team appears to be working well. The gritter is now back under cover again and a further supply of salt has been delivered. It would be good if residents who live in the vicinity of a grit bin could treat the area outside of their own properties and those of less able bodied neighbours. Volunteer team to be asked not to re-fill the grit bins from salt supplies provided for the gritter. DCC has a website where anyone can report an empty grit bin and request a re-fill. Details will be published in Unity.
8		Grit Bins – the grit bin at the top of Neadon Lane has been put back in place and refilled.
9		Village Garden – it is hoped a meeting will be arranged soon to organise a re-planting programme. There are some funds earmarked which could be put towards this.
10		Parish Footpaths – most of the Parish footpaths have now been walked by the Parish Councillors. The state of the track through the plantation by Clampitt House was notified to DNPA who replied that on completion of the work, the owner of the land should make good efforts to reinstate the track to the condition it was before the work was started. Cllr Dowding raised concerns over a two storey structure under tarpaulin observed during one of his walks along the river from Steps Bridge. It has been reported that the footpath around Hedgemoor is obscured by two fallen trees and a whole fence is down. Cllr Hearnden will telephone the owners of the property to see if they are aware.
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
11	Meetings Attended by Parish Councillors – Cllr Dowding attended a Standards Committee meeting in conjunction with TALC. It was reported that bullying is a growing problem within different levels of Government. Cllr Miles attended a meeting of Bridford Trust. A drone film of the Trust land is being made and Cllr Miles is to provide the commentary. Cllrs Miles and Dowding attended a site meeting with DNPA officials at Blackenstone Cottage to meet with the owners and to discuss the planning application.
12	District Councillors Report – apologies received from Dst Cllr Ford. Nothing to report as there have been no District Council meetings since Christmas. Overview and Scrutiny meetings are on 15th January.
Cnty Cllr Jerry Brook joined the meeting at 7.30pm – the Chairperson welcomed him and invited him to speak
13	County Councillors Report – Cnty Cllr Brook did not have anything new to report. The Chairperson put two questions to him in connection with the decision to remove Bridford from the primary gritting route – 1. How is the population assessment made and are the outlying properties which use Bridford Hill for access, taken into consideration? 2. Is there a risk assessment in the event of Bridford being totally cut off by severe weather and the volunteer Snow Warden team not being able to cope, or is there a template which could be used for the Parish Council to do its own? Cllr Brook will put the questions to Devon County Council. Work is progressing with the Teign Valley road works and all is going to schedule.
Cnty Cllr Brook left the meeting at 7.45pm
PLANNING
For Discussion
The following two applications were discussed at the December meeting with the agreement that Cllr Dowding would formulate responses for approval by the Parish Council. Reponses have been submitted to DNPA
14		Cedar House, Bridford – re erection of standalone garage (DNPA ref 0575/17). Objection. Copy of PC Planning Committee’s report submitted to DNPA
15		Robertsacre Farm, Bridford – Prior Notification re erection of agricultural building (20m x 10m) (DNPA ref 0579/17). Objection. Copy of PC Planning Committee’s Report submitted to DNPA
16		Any planning items for discussion since publication of the agenda The Parish Council has many concerns over recent planning applications where there does not appear to be any consistency or transparency with regards to decisions made by DNPA. The Parish Council will send a letter of James Aven at DNPA.
For Information
17		Robertsacre Farm, Bridford – letter of approval from DNPA re Prior Notification of erection of agricultural building (20m x 10m) (DNPA ref 0579/17)
18		Cedar House, Bridford – re stand alone double garage (DNPA ref 0575/17). Application has been withdrawn
19		Any planning items for information received since publication of the agenda – none
FINANCE & ACCOUNTS
20		Account balances as at 4th December 2017 Current account Investment account	£5,373.86 £3,745.34 £9,119.20
21		INCOME S Newman allotment rent plot 3 Bank interest November 2017 TDC Dst Cllr Grant to assist Table Tennis project	£ 30.00 £ 0.16 £ 600.00 £ 630.16
22		EXPENDITURE Mrs J P Banks re December salary HMRC re Clerk’s PAYE quarter ended 5th January 2018	£ 200.93 £ 150.80 £ 351.73
23		Account balances as at 8th January 2018 Current account Investment account	£5,652.13 £3,745.50 £9,397.63
24		(Balances include earmarked funds: £120 refundable allotment deposits / £1,063 Play Area / £67.50 Village Garden / £136.76 textile bank)
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
The Parish Council resolved to accept the accounts and approve the expenditure. Cllr Dowding, delegated by the Chairperson, checked the invoices to the cheque book and the reconciliation to the bank statement.
25		Nomination for the Royal Garden Party – it was suggested that Cllr Lord should be nominated to go into the draw for one of the four places offered to attend the Queen’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace.
26		Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda – none
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
27		Notice of Road Closures B3193 Teign Valley Road and update re current works. The B3193 will be closed from 8.30am – 3.30pm from 9th – 11th and 15th – 16th January 2018. The stability of the highway to the north of this site is currently being assessed and may require stabilisation works in the near future. Local residents and businesses will be informed of any impending works.
28		Any items for information received since publication of the agenda – none
29		Public Discussion – Cllr Dowding asked that letters of thanks be sent to those involved with the Village Christmas tree, in particular Tom French who donated the tree and Mr & Mrs Douthwaite who donated the electricity to power the fairy lights. Thanks will also be made through Unity magazine. A comment was made about a caravan at Carol’s Corner. There are calor gas bottles outside which suggest that somebody might be living there. DNPA will be informed.
30		Date of next meeting – The next meeting will be held on Monday 5th February 2018 at 7.00pm in the upstairs room of the Village Hall

		Original copy of minutes signed by the Chairperson 5th February 2018

January 3, 2018

Bridford Parish Council Agenda 8th January 2018

BRIDFORD PARISH COUNCIL
Dear Parish Councillors and Members of the Public, Parish Councillors are summoned and Members of the Public are invited to attend a meeting of Bridford Parish Council to be held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday 8th January 2018 at 7.00pm Joan Banks Clerk to Bridford Parish Council
1		Apologies:
2		Declarations of Interest – Councillors to declare any personal or prejudicial interest relatingto any item on the agenda
3		Public Discussion – opportunity for members of the public to comment on any items on the agenda or tobring any other matters to the attention of the Parish Council
MATTERS ARISING
4		Minutes – Parish Council to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 4th December 2017
5		Allotments
6		Play Area – table tennis project
7		Bridford Hill and Snow Warden
8		Grit Bins
9		Village Garden
10		Parish Footpaths
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
11	Meetings Attended by Parish Councillors
12	District Councillors Report
13	County Councillors Report
PLANNING
For Discussion
The following two applications were discussed at the December meeting with the agreement that Cllr Dowding would formulate responses for approval by the Parish Council. Reponses have been submitted to DNPA
14		Cedar House, Bridford – re erection of standalone garage (DNPA ref 0575/17). Objection. Copy of PC Planning Committee’s report submitted to DNPA
15		Robertsacre Farm, Bridford – Prior Notification re erection of agricultural building (20m x 10m) (DNPA ref 0579/17). Objection. Copy of PC Planning Committee’s Report submitted to DNPA
16		Any planning items for discussion since publication of the agenda
For Information
17		Robertsacre Farm, Bridford – letter of approval from DNPA re Prior Notification of erection of agricultural building (20m x 10m) (DNPA ref 0579/17)
18		Cedar House, Bridford – re stand alone double garage (DNPA ref 0575/17). Application has been withdrawn
19		Any planning items for information received since publication of the agenda
FINANCE & ACCOUNTS
20		Account balances as at 4th December 2017 Current account Investment account	£5,373.86 £3,745.34 £9,119.20
21		INCOME S Newman allotment rent plot 3 Bank interest November 2017 TDC Dst Cllr Grant to assist Table Tennis project	£ 30.00 £ 0.16 £ 600.00 £ 630.16
22		EXPENDITURE Mrs J P Banks re December salary HMRC re Clerk’s PAYE quarter ended 5th January 2018	£ 200.93 £ 150.80 £ 351.73
23		Account balances as at 8th January 2018 Current account Investment account	£5,652.13 £3,745.50 £9,397.63
24		(Balances include earmarked funds: £120 refundable allotment deposits / £463 Play Area / £67.50 Village Garden / £136.76 textile bank)
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
25		Nomination for the Royal Garden Party
26		Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
27		Notice of Road Closures B3193 Teign Valley Road and update re current works
28		Any items for information received since publication of the agenda
29		Public Discussion
30		Date of next meeting – The next meeting will be held on Monday 5th February 2018 at 7.00pm in the upstairs room of the Village Hall

		Joan Banks Clerk to Bridford Parish Council

January 3, 2018

B3193 Spara Retaining Wall Road Closures

The B3193 at Spara Retaining Wall is scheduled to be closed on the following dates between 8.30am – 3.30pm:

Monday 8th – Thursday 11th January 2018

Monday 15th – Tuesday 16th January 2018

The road will be closed from Spara Bridge crossroads with Lower Ashton to the junction of Christow

December 26, 2017December 22, 2017

Bridford Rubbish Collections over Christmas

Collections

Usual collection on Tuesday 26th December is on Thursday 28th December. And it’s green bin day.

Usual collection on Tuesday 2nd January is on Thursday 4th January. And it’s black bin day.

Usual collection on Tuesday 9th January is on Wednesday 10th January. And it’s green bin day.

Recycling

Wrapping paper can be recycled providing it passes the scrunch test. Scrunch up your wrapping paper it it bounces back it contains foil and cannot be recycled, if it stays scrunched it’s fine. And you can put in your green box.

Christmas Cards can be put in the green box if they don’t contain glitter or foil. Otherwise they go in the black bin.

Real Christmas Trees can be taken to one of the Christmas Tree drop off points or if you are a green bin subscriber then branches less than 10cm in diameter can be chopped up and put in your green bin.

Full details from Teignbridge – https://www.teignbridge.gov.uk/recycling-and-waste/christmas-waste/christmas-and-new-year-information/recycling-at-christmas/

December 11, 2017January 15, 2018

Minutes of Bridford Parish Council Meeting 4th Deccember 2017

Minutes of a meeting of Bridford Parish Council held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday 4th December 2017 at 7.00pm
Present: Cllrs G Hearnden (Chairman), A Lord, R Dowding, J Padgham, E Price, Mrs J P Banks (Clerk). Cnty Cllr Brook attended for part of the meeting
Being the last meeting before Christmas, the Clerk had been baking and so the meeting commenced with mince pies and cream which were enjoyed by all!
Apologies: Cllr F Miles, T Evans, Dst Cllr A Ford
Declarations of Interest – none
Public Discussion – No items for discussion
MATTERS ARISING
Minutes -the Parish Council resolved to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 6th November 2017 as a true and accurate record of the meeting.
Allotments – it has been confirmed that there is a legal right of way in place across the land at the top of School Lane to allow vehicular access to the allotments, both for contractors and for allotment holders to unload. Cllr Lord asked if the Parish Council would prefer the original gate to be re-hung or a frame with netting. As the gate is in situ and in good condition, Cllr Lord was asked to confirm to Mr Wills that he should go ahead and install replacement posts and re-hang the gate. There are still two annual rentals outstanding and reminders will be sent out.
Play Area – the Clerk has met up with a representative from Glendinnings at the Play Park and now has a quote for the purchase, delivery and installation of an all weather concrete table tennis table. Local contractors will be contacted to invite tenders to excavate, level out and asphalt or concrete the base required, prior to installation. It is hoped that grant monies available should cover the majority of the costs of the purchase and preparation of the site.
Bridford Hill and Snow Warden – DCC has confirmed that the Parish Council’s devolved scheme (i.e. a Snow Warden in a communications role only) is acceptable and volunteers will be covered by DCC’s third party public liability insurance. Cllr Miles will complete the form informing DCC of its contact details for weather warnings. There are now sufficient volunteers for two teams to operate the gritter and a volunteer to clean and maintain it. Further volunteers would be helpful.
Grit Bins – the bins have been checked by Bridford Parish Councillors and a request sent to DCC to attend to the bin at Windhill Gate which has been knocked over. The bins will be checked regularly by Councillors during the winter.
Village Garden – Cllr Dowding has spoken with Mr Roger Clark who co-ordinates the garden volunteers and confirmed that he would welcome advice and assistance with replanting. Now it is not so busy, it is hoped that Richard Hearnden will be available to offer some provisional help and advice with regards to replanting the garden.
Parish Footpaths – Parish Councillors will be walking the footpaths over the next few months and reporting back with any problems identified. A detailed map is available to assist with the exact routes the footpaths take.
Membership of CPRE – the Parish Council agreed that it would not be beneficial to subscribe to membership of CPRE
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
Meetings Attended by Parish Councillors – Cllr Dowding attended a recent TALC meeting which included a talk by John Hart from Devon County Council about the need for even more spending cuts. Also discussed at the meeting was the need for affordable housing.
District Councillors Report – Cllr Ford telephoned the Clerk, apologies noted. Nothing to report. Cllr Ford wished everyone a very Happy Christmas
Cllr Jerry Brook arrived at 7.42pm – he was welcomed by the Chairman and invited to speak
County Councillors Report DCC is interested in the Heart of the South West local enterprise scheme where local authorities would create a committee, working together to draw down funds from Central Government. All the districts need to become members to demonstrate total support in the South West. Once formed, through the devolution process, funds could be drawn that would allow investment of capital project, as the Government is keen to support technical education, maths and computer skills. DCC officers have questions about the scheme, planned over the next eighteen years – which companies will deliver these skills and has Devon got the infrastructure to support the plans? The apprenticeship project within DCC has been very successful and the quota set by the Government has been met. 0.5% of the workforce is now on apprenticeships Financially, DCC is in the black. Children and Young Peoples Services are a drain on the system. Highways are pretty near the baseline. Currently 20,000 tons of salt in store and it is hoped that it will not be necessary to have to purchase any more. Considerable savings have to be made in the budget for 2018/19 and the following year. The County Council has been selling off redundant buildings, the sale of retirement homes has generated about £5.3m in capital. The transfer of assets to town and parish councils will also result in substantial savings in maintenance costs. The Chancellor has made available £45m for the repair of potholes. If the same formula is used as in the past, this will result in £1.75m for Devon. Composting waste has been put out to new management making huge savings.
Cnty Cllr Brook left the meeting at 8.30pm
PLANNING
For Discussion
Cedar House – re proposed standalone double garage (DNPA ref 0575/17). Discussed together with agenda item 17. Cllr Miles in her absence had advised the Clerk that she had spoken with Chris Hart, Head of Planning, DNPA who confirmed that he has been made aware of the PC concerns regarding Cedar House and is in receipt of the details of the recent meeting between representatives of Bridford Parish Council and Claire Boobier who no longer works for DNPA. Cllr Miles has spoken with Mr Hart over the issue of the track which the Parish Council advised, would like the lack of planning attended to. Mr Hart is also aware that the latest garage application needs very careful consideration. The Parish Council discussed this application in great detail with Cllr Dowding agreeing to draft a response and circulate to the other Parish Councillors for approval prior to submission to DNPA
Lower Westcott Farm, Bridford – re proposed rebuild of dilapidated barn to form ancillary accommodation (DNPA ref 0507/17). Revised plans submitted. Parish Council had already agreed that no further comments were necessary, referring to its original observation sheet.
Cedar House – recent meeting with DNPA. See item 15
Any planning items for discussion since publication of the agenda Robertsacre Farm – application for Prior Notification re proposed erection of agricultural building (20m x 10m) (DNPA ref 0579/17). The Parish Council discussed this application at length and queried the requirement of an agricultural building. Cllr Dowding to draft a suggested response and circulate to Parish Councillors for approval prior to submission to DNPA
For Information
Thorn Farm, Bridford – Grant of Conditional Planning Permission re proposed construction of ménage (DNPA ref 0497/17)
Any planning items for information received since publication of the agenda Lower Westcott Farm – Grant of Conditional Planning Permission re proposed re-build of dilapidated barn to form ancillary accommodation (DNPA ref 0507/17) The Old Quarry, Pound Lane – Cllr Miles has spoken with Chris Hart, Head of Planning at DNPA and voiced concerns about the number of caravans on site and queried the use of the land.
FINANCE & ACCOUNTS
Account balances as at 6th November 2017 Current account Investment account	£5,478.99 £3,745.02 £9,224.01
INCOME Chilcorn Ltd re proceeds clothing bank contents F Leversedge allotment rent plot 1a R Clark allotment rent plot 1b A Bornemisza allotment rent plot 6a/7a K Jones allotment rent plot 4a Bank interest September 2017 Bank interest October 2017	£ 48.00 £ 15.00 £ 15.00 £ 30.00 £ 15.00 £ 0.16 £ 0.16 £ 123.32
EXPENDITURE Mrs J P Banks re October salary Mr R Clark re purchase of new Christmas tree lights	£ 200.93 £ 27.20 £ 228.13
Account balances as at 4th December 2017 Current account Investment account	£5,373.86 £3,745.34 £9,119.20
(Balances include earmarked funds: £120 refundable allotment deposits / £463 Play Area / £67.50 Village Garden / £136.76 textile bank)
The Parish Council resolved to approve the accounts and authorise the expenditure Cllr Dowding, delegated by the Chairperson, checked the cheques to the invoices and the reconciliation to the bank statement
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
Consider Parish Council Budget to decide precept for 2018/19 – the Parish Council discussed the draft budget presented by the Clerk. Bridford Parish will apply to the District Council for £7,750 being the precept figure required for 2018/19
Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda – none
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
Notice of Road Closures B3193 Teign Valley Road – works will continue with lane closures controlled by traffic lights. Any future road closures required will be published on the Village Website.
Devon Countryside Access Forum – appointing new members. Applications from www.devon.gov.uk/dcaf
Campaign to reduce litter – a pack is available free of charge and has been ordered by the Clerk containing posters and information
Any items for information received since publication of the agenda – none
Public Discussion – nothing further for discussion
Date of next meeting – The next meeting will be held on Monday 8th January 2018 at 7.00pm in the upstairs room of the Village Hall

Original minutes signed by the Chairperson 8th January 2018

November 29, 2017

Bridford Parish Council Meeting Agenda 4th December 2017


Dear Parish Councillors and Members of the Public, Parish Councillors are summoned and Members of the Publicare invited to attend a meeting of Bridford Parish Council to be held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday 4th December 2017 at 7.00pm Joan Banks Clerk to Bridford Parish Council
1		Apologies: Cllr F Miles
2		Declarations of Interest – Councillors to declare any personal or prejudicial interest relatingto any item on the agenda
3		Public Discussion – opportunity for members of the public to comment on any items on the agenda or tobring any other matters to the attention of the Parish Council
MATTERS ARISING
4		Minutes – Parish Council to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 6th November2017
5		Allotments
6		Play Area
7		Bridford Hill and Snow Warden
8		Grit Bins
9		Village Garden
10		Parish Footpaths
11		Membership of CPRE – details circulated to Parish Councillors in ‘circulation file’. Parish Council to decide if it wishes to subscribe.
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
12	Meetings Attended by Parish Councillors
13	District Councillors Report
14	County Councillors Report
PLANNING
For Discussion
15		Cedar House – re proposed standalone double garage (DNPA ref 0575/17)
16		Lower Westcott Farm, Bridford – re proposed rebuild of dilapidated barn to form ancillary accommodation (DNPA ref 0507/17). Revised plans submitted and further comments requested.
17		Cedar House – recent meeting with DNPA
18		Any planning items for discussion since publication of the agenda
For Information
19		Thorn Farm, Bridford – Grant of Conditional Planning Permission re proposed construction of ménage (DNPA ref 0497/17)
20		Any planning items for information received since publication of the agenda
FINANCE & ACCOUNTS
21		Account balances as at 6th November 2017 Current account Investment account	£5,478.99 £3,745.02 £9,224.01
22		INCOME Chilcorn Ltd re proceeds clothing bank contents F Leversedge allotment rent plot 1a R Clark allotment rent plot 1b A Bornemisza allotment rent plot 6a/7a K Jones allotment rent plot 4a Bank interest September 2017 Bank interest October 2017	£ 48.00 £ 15.00 £ 15.00 £ 30.00 £ 15.00 £ 0.16 £ 0.16 £ 123.32
23		EXPENDITURE Mrs J P Banks re October salary Mr R Clark re purchase of new Christmas tree lights	£ 200.93 £ 27.20 £ 228.13
24		Account balances as at 4th December 2017 Current account Investment account	£5,373.86 £3,745.34 £9,119.20
25		(Balances include earmarked funds: £120 refundable allotment deposits / £463 Play Area / £67.50 Village Garden / £136.76 textile bank)
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
26		Consider Parish Council Budget to decide precept for 2018/19
27		Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
28		Notice of Road Closures B3193 Teign Valley Road and update re current works
29		Devon Countryside Access Forum – appointing new members
30		Campaign to reduce litter
31		Any items for information received since publication of the agenda
32		Public Discussion
33		Date of next meeting – The next meeting will be held on Monday 8th January 2018 at 7.00pm in the upstairs room of the Village Hall

		Joan Banks Clerk to Bridford Parish Council