Minutes of a meeting of Bridford Parish Council held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday November 4th 2013 at 7.00pm.
Present: Cllrs S Purser (Chairman), A Lord, J Bingham, E Price, D Goodwin-Hughes, Mrs J P Banks (Clerk) and two members of the public. Cnty Cllr Brook attended for part of the meeting.
1 Apologies – Cllr T Evans
2 Declarations of Interest – none
3 Public Discussion – no items for discussion
MATTER ARISING
4 Minutes – the Parish Council resolved to approve the minutes of its meeting held on 7th October 2013 as a true and accurate record of the meeting.
5 Allotments – all allotments now taken and all paid up to date for the next twelve months. The contractor has been asked to cut back the hedge along the top of the allotment ground.
6 Play Area – the sea-saw has been removed. This completes the advisory items on the RoSPA 2013 report.
7 Village Hall – there has been a film show for village residents. A further showing on 23rd November will be open to other valley parishes. Next village hall meeting 5th November.
8 Textile Recycling Bank – the village hall committee has revised its request to receive some of the proceeds from a textile bank to 20%. The Parish Council has agreed to this but to be reviewed after 12 months. Village Hall secretary has offered to assist with sorting and bagging contents. Rag Bag will now be asked to deliver container.
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
8a Snow Warden confirmed that DCC has offered to supply a further two tons of salt/grit to top up Bridford’s supply. The owners of Seven Acre Farm are happy for the gritter and salt/grit to continue to be stored at the farm. The Snow Warden and volunteers had undertaken 20 runs last year using 100kg of salt each time. Cllr Goodwin-Hughes (Snow Warden) has been to a Highways meeting and has asked DCC about any specific risk assessments that may be required. The salt/grit bin at the bottom of Bridford Hill is facing in towards the hedge and as it is currently full cannot be turned around, although it is still accessible.
9 Meetings Attended by any members of the Parish Council – none
PLANNING
Items for Discussion
10 Pound Cottage, Bridford – proposed extension to dwelling (DNPA ref. 0561/13). Deferred pending a site visit by the Parish Council.
11 Venn Bridge Farm, Bridford – proposed agricultural storage building (15m x 9m) (DNPA ref. 0551/13). After discussion, Parish Council had “no objections”.
12 Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda Seven Views, Bridford – proposed replacement dwelling (DNPA ref. ) Deferred pending a site visit by the Parish Council
For Information – none
13 Any items for information received since publication of the agenda – none
FINANCE & ACCOUNT
14 Account balances as at 30 October 2013 – current account £4,531.94 and deposit account
£2,978.28 (balances include £851 earmarked for Play Area and £25 Christmas tree expenses) Balances allow for all expenditure and income detailed below.
15 Income – Allotment rents V Harrison £ 30.00
A Hawksworth £ 15.00
B Curtis ` £ 15.00
Allotment Deposits A Hawksworth £ 15.00
B Curtis £ 15.00
Old Bridford website – balance of account £ 44.16
Bank interest July £ 0.24
Bank interest August £ 0.25
TDC 2nd half annual precept £3.125.00
16 Expenditure
Mrs J P Banks re Clerk’s salary for October 2013 £ 170.51
D Cox re removal of sea-saw £50 + £10 V.A.T. £ 60.00
HMRC re PAYE quarter ended 5 October 2013 £ 129.00
The Parish Council resolved to approve the accounts and authorise the expenditure.
The Chairman checked the invoices to the cheque book and the reconciliation to the bank statement.
FOR DISCUSSION –
17 Bridford Woodland Trust – request for financial assistance towards cost of signage. The Parish Council would be happy to support any applications to erect directional signage but is unable to assist financially.
18 Any items for discussion received since the publication of the agenda
Ashton Community Design Statement – would not affect Bridford, but interesting document circulated to Parish Councillors for information.
FOR INFORMATION
19 DNPA Forum – next meeting 29 November 2013. Any items for consideration to be submitted by15th November. The Chairman will represent Bridford Parish.
20 Highway Safety Awareness Training Workshops – details of venues
21 Notice of Road Closure – B3212 Westcott Lane/Toll Cottage/Cossick Cross/Westcott Cross
The diversion will be signposted.
22 Travelling in Winter – updated leaflet 2013/2014 issued by DCC. Circulated to members of the Parish Council.
23 Parish Council meeting dates for 2014 circulated. Will be published on the notice board, website and in Unity.
24 Warnings
Bogus phone calls have been received by the farming community, the caller purporting to represent the Farm Watch Scheme and requesting donations in support of the scheme.
An incident occurred in the Whitestone are where a horse was injured by unknown means. Horse owners are advised to be aware of this incident and be vigilant.
25 Any items for information received since publication of the agenda
Details of the Elector Fund – available from the Clerk
Plunkett Foundation Grants – details available from the Clerk
26 District Councillors Report from Dst Cllr Stephen Purser. Plan Teignbridge now likely to be agreed by the Inspector but with significant alterations, thought to be an increase in the proposed number of planned new houses. The ‘Health and Wellbeing’ plan is currently being developed. Closure of public toilets – Teignbridge are going to go ahead and consult with the Parishes.
27 Public Discussion – a Parishioner asked if the new housing referred to in the District Councillor’s report would be for local people. Of the current 12,500 proposed, only 2,500 are meant to be in the affordable housing bracket. The rest will be available on the open
market.
Cllr Lord has contacted the bus company with regard to Christmas New Year bus timetable which will see no buses operating from Bridford to Newton Abbot from 18th December to 8th January. Has also contacted DCC to ask if a bus service could be made available on 23rd December.
Cnty Cllr Brook joined the meeting at 7.45pm. The Chairman welcomed him and invited him to Speak. Cnty Cllr Brook spoke about the proposed forthcoming closure of the B3193 Valley Road for repairs at Whetcombe Bridge where the safety barriers have gone, the road has been undermined and it will be necessary to dig into the bank. The road will be closed for some considerable time. With DCC always looking to place traffic diversions on the widest roads, this diversion will take drivers via Bovey Tracey and Moretonhampstead. With locals opting to use minor roads, this will cause much congestion. Parish Councillors voiced concern about whether these road works will affect the gritting of what is a primary gritting route.
Cnty Cllr Brook has asked for a public consultation meeting at the Teign Valley Community Hall at the end of this month. It is vitally important to get this right and it is suggested that trees should be removed during the operation to prevent further future road movement.
Community Budget – Cnty Cllr Brook has allocated £1,000 to each Parish and is looking to use these funds by the end of March.
Cllr Lord advised Cnty Cllr Brook of the situation regarding the local bus service over the Christmas and New Year period.
Cnty Cllr Brook left the meeting at 8.04pm
28 Date of next meeting – Monday 2nd December 2013 at the Village Hall. All are welcome.
The Chairman closed the meeting at 8.05pm
Original copy of minutes signed by the Chairman 2nd December 2013
CORRESPONDENCE FOR CIRCULATION (Appendix A)
Newsletters & Magazines
Healthwatch Voices October 2013
Report and Agendas
Dunsford PC September 2013 minutes
Local Police reports
Miscellaneous
Article relating to Dog Law
Letters sent
Various
Minutes of a meeting of Bridford Parish Council held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday November 4th 2013 at 7.00pm.
Present: Cllrs S Purser (Chairman), A Lord, J Bingham, E Price, D Goodwin-Hughes, Mrs J P Banks (Clerk) and two members of the public. Cnty Cllr Brook attended for part of the meeting.
1 Apologies – Cllr T Evans
2 Declarations of Interest – none
3 Public Discussion – no items for discussion
MATTER ARISING
4 Minutes – the Parish Council resolved to approve the minutes of its meeting held on 7th
October 2013 as a true and accurate record of the meeting.
5 Allotments – all allotments now taken and all paid up to date for the next twelve months.
The contractor has been asked to cut back the hedge along the top of the allotment ground.
6 Play Area – the sea-saw has been removed. This completes the advisory items on the RoSPA
2013 report.
7 Village Hall – there has been a film show for village residents. A further showing on 23rd
November will be open to other valley parishes. Next village hall meeting 5th November.
8 Textile Recycling Bank – the village hall committee has revised its request to receive some of
the proceeds from a textile bank to 20%. The Parish Council has agreed to this but to be reviewed after 12 months. Village Hall secretary has offered to assist with sorting and bagging contents. Rag Bag will now be asked to deliver container.
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
8a Snow Warden confirmed that DCC has offered to supply a further two tons of salt/grit to top
up Bridford’s supply. The owners of Seven Acre Farm are happy for the gritter and salt/grit to
continue to be stored at the farm. The Snow Warden and volunteers had undertaken 20 runs
last year using 100kg of salt each time. Cllr Goodwin-Hughes (Snow Warden) has been to a
Highways meeting and has asked DCC about any specific risk assessments that may be
required. The salt/grit bin at the bottom of Bridford Hill is facing in towards the hedge and
as it is currently full cannot be turned around, although it is still accessible.
9 Meetings Attended by any members of the Parish Council – none
PLANNING
Items for Discussion
10 Pound Cottage, Bridford – proposed extension to dwelling (DNPA ref. 0561/13). Deferred
pending a site visit by the Parish Council.
11 Venn Bridge Farm, Bridford – proposed agricultural storage building (15m x 9m)
(DNPA ref. 0551/13). After discussion, Parish Council had “no objections”.
12 Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda
Seven Views, Bridford – proposed replacement dwelling (DNPA ref. ) Deferred pending a
site visit by the Parish Council
For Information – none
13 Any items for information received since publication of the agenda – none
FINANCE & ACCOUNT
14 Account balances as at 30 October 2013 – current account £4,531.94 and deposit account
£2,978.28 (balances include £851 earmarked for Play Area and £25 Christmas tree
expenses) Balances allow for all expenditure and income detailed below.
15 Income – Allotment rents V Harrison £ 30.00
A Hawksworth £ 15.00
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B Curtis ` £ 15.00
Allotment Deposits A Hawksworth £ 15.00
B Curtis £ 15.00
Old Bridford website – balance of account £ 44.16
Bank interest July £ 0.24
Bank interest August £ 0.25
TDC 2nd half annual precept £3.125.00
16 Expenditure
Mrs J P Banks re Clerk’s salary for October 2013 £ 170.51
D Cox re removal of sea-saw £50 + £10 V.A.T. £ 60.00
HMRC re PAYE quarter ended 5 October 2013 £ 129.00
The Parish Council resolved to approve the accounts and authorise the expenditure.
The Chairman checked the invoices to the cheque book and the reconciliation to the
bank statement.
FOR DISCUSSION –
17 Bridford Woodland Trust – request for financial assistance towards cost of signage. The
Parish Council would be happy to support any applications to erect directional signage but is
unable to assist financially.
18 Any items for discussion received since the publication of the agenda
Ashton Community Design Statement – would not affect Bridford, but interesting document
circulated to Parish Councillors for information.
FOR INFORMATION
19 DNPA Forum – next meeting 29 November 2013. Any items for consideration to be submitted by15th November. The Chairman will represent Bridford Parish.
20 Highway Safety Awareness Training Workshops – details of venues
21 Notice of Road Closure – B3212 Westcott Lane/Toll Cottage/Cossick Cross/Westcott Cross
The diversion will be signposted.
22 Travelling in Winter – updated leaflet 2013/2014 issued by DCC. Circulated to members of
the Parish Council.
23 Parish Council meeting dates for 2014 circulated. Will be published on the notice board, website and in Unity.
24 Warnings
Bogus phone calls have been received by the farming community, the caller purporting to represent the Farm Watch Scheme and requesting donations in support of the scheme.
An incident occurred in the Whitestone are where a horse was injured by unknown means.
Horse owners are advised to be aware of this incident and be vigilant.
25 Any items for information received since publication of the agenda
Details of the Elector Fund – available from the Clerk
Plunkett Foundation Grants – details available from the Clerk
26 District Councillors Report from Dst Cllr Stephen Purser. Plan Teignbridge now likely to be
agreed by the Inspector but with significant alterations, thought to be an increase in the
proposed number of planned new houses. The ‘Health and Wellbeing’ plan is currently being
developed. Closure of public toilets – Teignbridge are going to go ahead and consult with
the Parishes.
27 Public Discussion – a Parishioner asked if the new housing referred to in the District
Councillor’s report would be for local people. Of the current 12,500 proposed, only 2,500
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are meant to be in the affordable housing bracket. The rest will be available on the open
market.
Cllr Lord has contacted the bus company with regard to Christmas New Year bus timetable
which will see no buses operating from Bridford to Newton Abbot from 18th December to 8th
January. Has also contacted DCC to ask if a bus service could be made available on
23rd December.
Cnty Cllr Brook joined the meeting at 7.45pm. The Chairman welcomed him and invited him to
Speak. Cnty Cllr Brook spoke about the proposed forthcoming closure of the B3193 Valley
Road for repairs at Whetcombe Bridge where the safety barriers have gone, the road has been
undermined and it will be necessary to dig into the bank. The road will be closed for some
considerable time. With DCC always looking to place traffic diversions on the widest roads,
this diversion will take drivers via Bovey Tracey and Moretonhampstead. With locals opting
to use minor roads, this will cause much congestion. Parish Councillors voiced concern about
whether these road works will affect the gritting of what is a primary gritting route.
Cnty Cllr Brook has asked for a public consultation meeting at the Teign Valley Community
Hall at the end of this month. It is vitally important to get this right and it is suggested that
trees should be removed during the operation to prevent further future road movement.
Community Budget – Cnty Cllr Brook has allocated £1,000 to each Parish and is looking to
use these funds by the end of March.
Cllr Lord advised Cnty Cllr Brook of the situation regarding the local bus service over the
Christmas and New Year period.
Cnty Cllr Brook left the meeting at 8.04pm
28 Date of next meeting – Monday 2nd December 2013 at the Village Hall. All are welcome.
The Chairman closed the meeting at 8.05pm
Original copy of minutes signed by the Chairman 2nd December 2013
CORRESPONDENCE FOR CIRCULATION (Appendix A)
Newsletters & Magazines
Healthwatch Voices October 2013
Report and Agendas
Dunsford PC September 2013 minutes
Local Police reports
Miscellaneous
Article relating to Dog Law
Letters sent
Various
37
Minutes of a meeting of Bridford Parish Council held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday November 4th 2013 at 7.00pm.
Present: Cllrs S Purser (Chairman), A Lord, J Bingham, E Price, D Goodwin-Hughes, Mrs J P Banks (Clerk) and two members of the public. Cnty Cllr Brook attended for part of the meeting.
1 Apologies – Cllr T Evans
2 Declarations of Interest – none
3 Public Discussion – no items for discussion
MATTER ARISING
4 Minutes – the Parish Council resolved to approve the minutes of its meeting held on 7th
October 2013 as a true and accurate record of the meeting.
5 Allotments – all allotments now taken and all paid up to date for the next twelve months.
The contractor has been asked to cut back the hedge along the top of the allotment ground.
6 Play Area – the sea-saw has been removed. This completes the advisory items on the RoSPA
2013 report.
7 Village Hall – there has been a film show for village residents. A further showing on 23rd
November will be open to other valley parishes. Next village hall meeting 5th November.
8 Textile Recycling Bank – the village hall committee has revised its request to receive some of
the proceeds from a textile bank to 20%. The Parish Council has agreed to this but to be reviewed after 12 months. Village Hall secretary has offered to assist with sorting and bagging contents. Rag Bag will now be asked to deliver container.
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
8a Snow Warden confirmed that DCC has offered to supply a further two tons of salt/grit to top
up Bridford’s supply. The owners of Seven Acre Farm are happy for the gritter and salt/grit to
continue to be stored at the farm. The Snow Warden and volunteers had undertaken 20 runs
last year using 100kg of salt each time. Cllr Goodwin-Hughes (Snow Warden) has been to a
Highways meeting and has asked DCC about any specific risk assessments that may be
required. The salt/grit bin at the bottom of Bridford Hill is facing in towards the hedge and
as it is currently full cannot be turned around, although it is still accessible.
9 Meetings Attended by any members of the Parish Council – none
PLANNING
Items for Discussion
10 Pound Cottage, Bridford – proposed extension to dwelling (DNPA ref. 0561/13). Deferred
pending a site visit by the Parish Council.
11 Venn Bridge Farm, Bridford – proposed agricultural storage building (15m x 9m)
(DNPA ref. 0551/13). After discussion, Parish Council had “no objections”.
12 Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda
Seven Views, Bridford – proposed replacement dwelling (DNPA ref. ) Deferred pending a
site visit by the Parish Council
For Information – none
13 Any items for information received since publication of the agenda – none
FINANCE & ACCOUNT
14 Account balances as at 30 October 2013 – current account £4,531.94 and deposit account
£2,978.28 (balances include £851 earmarked for Play Area and £25 Christmas tree
expenses) Balances allow for all expenditure and income detailed below.
15 Income – Allotment rents V Harrison £ 30.00
A Hawksworth £ 15.00
35
B Curtis ` £ 15.00
Allotment Deposits A Hawksworth £ 15.00
B Curtis £ 15.00
Old Bridford website – balance of account £ 44.16
Bank interest July £ 0.24
Bank interest August £ 0.25
TDC 2nd half annual precept £3.125.00
16 Expenditure
Mrs J P Banks re Clerk’s salary for October 2013 £ 170.51
D Cox re removal of sea-saw £50 + £10 V.A.T. £ 60.00
HMRC re PAYE quarter ended 5 October 2013 £ 129.00
The Parish Council resolved to approve the accounts and authorise the expenditure.
The Chairman checked the invoices to the cheque book and the reconciliation to the
bank statement.
FOR DISCUSSION –
17 Bridford Woodland Trust – request for financial assistance towards cost of signage. The
Parish Council would be happy to support any applications to erect directional signage but is
unable to assist financially.
18 Any items for discussion received since the publication of the agenda
Ashton Community Design Statement – would not affect Bridford, but interesting document
circulated to Parish Councillors for information.
FOR INFORMATION
19 DNPA Forum – next meeting 29 November 2013. Any items for consideration to be submitted by15th November. The Chairman will represent Bridford Parish.
20 Highway Safety Awareness Training Workshops – details of venues
21 Notice of Road Closure – B3212 Westcott Lane/Toll Cottage/Cossick Cross/Westcott Cross
The diversion will be signposted.
22 Travelling in Winter – updated leaflet 2013/2014 issued by DCC. Circulated to members of
the Parish Council.
23 Parish Council meeting dates for 2014 circulated. Will be published on the notice board, website and in Unity.
24 Warnings
Bogus phone calls have been received by the farming community, the caller purporting to represent the Farm Watch Scheme and requesting donations in support of the scheme.
An incident occurred in the Whitestone are where a horse was injured by unknown means.
Horse owners are advised to be aware of this incident and be vigilant.
25 Any items for information received since publication of the agenda
Details of the Elector Fund – available from the Clerk
Plunkett Foundation Grants – details available from the Clerk
26 District Councillors Report from Dst Cllr Stephen Purser. Plan Teignbridge now likely to be
agreed by the Inspector but with significant alterations, thought to be an increase in the
proposed number of planned new houses. The ‘Health and Wellbeing’ plan is currently being
developed. Closure of public toilets – Teignbridge are going to go ahead and consult with
the Parishes.
27 Public Discussion – a Parishioner asked if the new housing referred to in the District
Councillor’s report would be for local people. Of the current 12,500 proposed, only 2,500
36
are meant to be in the affordable housing bracket. The rest will be available on the open
market.
Cllr Lord has contacted the bus company with regard to Christmas New Year bus timetable
which will see no buses operating from Bridford to Newton Abbot from 18th December to 8th
January. Has also contacted DCC to ask if a bus service could be made available on
23rd December.
Cnty Cllr Brook joined the meeting at 7.45pm. The Chairman welcomed him and invited him to
Speak. Cnty Cllr Brook spoke about the proposed forthcoming closure of the B3193 Valley
Road for repairs at Whetcombe Bridge where the safety barriers have gone, the road has been
undermined and it will be necessary to dig into the bank. The road will be closed for some
considerable time. With DCC always looking to place traffic diversions on the widest roads,
this diversion will take drivers via Bovey Tracey and Moretonhampstead. With locals opting
to use minor roads, this will cause much congestion. Parish Councillors voiced concern about
whether these road works will affect the gritting of what is a primary gritting route.
Cnty Cllr Brook has asked for a public consultation meeting at the Teign Valley Community
Hall at the end of this month. It is vitally important to get this right and it is suggested that
trees should be removed during the operation to prevent further future road movement.
Community Budget – Cnty Cllr Brook has allocated £1,000 to each Parish and is looking to
use these funds by the end of March.
Cllr Lord advised Cnty Cllr Brook of the situation regarding the local bus service over the
Christmas and New Year period.
Cnty Cllr Brook left the meeting at 8.04pm
28 Date of next meeting – Monday 2nd December 2013 at the Village Hall. All are welcome.
The Chairman closed the meeting at 8.05pm
Original copy of minutes signed by the Chairman 2nd December 2013
CORRESPONDENCE FOR CIRCULATION (Appendix A)
Newsletters & Magazines
Healthwatch Voices October 2013
Report and Agendas
Dunsford PC September 2013 minutes
Local Police reports
Miscellaneous
Article relating to Dog Law
Letters sent
Various
37
Minutes of a meeting of Bridford Parish Council held at Bridford Village Hall on Monday November 4th 2013 at 7.00pm.
Present: Cllrs S Purser (Chairman), A Lord, J Bingham, E Price, D Goodwin-Hughes, Mrs J P Banks (Clerk) and two members of the public. Cnty Cllr Brook attended for part of the meeting.
1 Apologies – Cllr T Evans
2 Declarations of Interest – none
3 Public Discussion – no items for discussion
MATTER ARISING
4 Minutes – the Parish Council resolved to approve the minutes of its meeting held on 7th
October 2013 as a true and accurate record of the meeting.
5 Allotments – all allotments now taken and all paid up to date for the next twelve months.
The contractor has been asked to cut back the hedge along the top of the allotment ground.
6 Play Area – the sea-saw has been removed. This completes the advisory items on the RoSPA
2013 report.
7 Village Hall – there has been a film show for village residents. A further showing on 23rd
November will be open to other valley parishes. Next village hall meeting 5th November.
8 Textile Recycling Bank – the village hall committee has revised its request to receive some of
the proceeds from a textile bank to 20%. The Parish Council has agreed to this but to be reviewed after 12 months. Village Hall secretary has offered to assist with sorting and bagging contents. Rag Bag will now be asked to deliver container.
ANY OTHER MATTERS ARISING
8a Snow Warden confirmed that DCC has offered to supply a further two tons of salt/grit to top
up Bridford’s supply. The owners of Seven Acre Farm are happy for the gritter and salt/grit to
continue to be stored at the farm. The Snow Warden and volunteers had undertaken 20 runs
last year using 100kg of salt each time. Cllr Goodwin-Hughes (Snow Warden) has been to a
Highways meeting and has asked DCC about any specific risk assessments that may be
required. The salt/grit bin at the bottom of Bridford Hill is facing in towards the hedge and
as it is currently full cannot be turned around, although it is still accessible.
9 Meetings Attended by any members of the Parish Council – none
PLANNING
Items for Discussion
10 Pound Cottage, Bridford – proposed extension to dwelling (DNPA ref. 0561/13). Deferred
pending a site visit by the Parish Council.
11 Venn Bridge Farm, Bridford – proposed agricultural storage building (15m x 9m)
(DNPA ref. 0551/13). After discussion, Parish Council had “no objections”.
12 Any items for discussion received since publication of the agenda
Seven Views, Bridford – proposed replacement dwelling (DNPA ref. ) Deferred pending a
site visit by the Parish Council
For Information – none
13 Any items for information received since publication of the agenda – none
FINANCE & ACCOUNT
14 Account balances as at 30 October 2013 – current account £4,531.94 and deposit account
£2,978.28 (balances include £851 earmarked for Play Area and £25 Christmas tree
expenses) Balances allow for all expenditure and income detailed below.
15 Income – Allotment rents V Harrison £ 30.00
A Hawksworth £ 15.00
35
B Curtis ` £ 15.00
Allotment Deposits A Hawksworth £ 15.00
B Curtis £ 15.00
Old Bridford website – balance of account £ 44.16
Bank interest July £ 0.24
Bank interest August £ 0.25
TDC 2nd half annual precept £3.125.00
16 Expenditure
Mrs J P Banks re Clerk’s salary for October 2013 £ 170.51
D Cox re removal of sea-saw £50 + £10 V.A.T. £ 60.00
HMRC re PAYE quarter ended 5 October 2013 £ 129.00
The Parish Council resolved to approve the accounts and authorise the expenditure.
The Chairman checked the invoices to the cheque book and the reconciliation to the
bank statement.
FOR DISCUSSION –
17 Bridford Woodland Trust – request for financial assistance towards cost of signage. The
Parish Council would be happy to support any applications to erect directional signage but is
unable to assist financially.
18 Any items for discussion received since the publication of the agenda
Ashton Community Design Statement – would not affect Bridford, but interesting document
circulated to Parish Councillors for information.
FOR INFORMATION
19 DNPA Forum – next meeting 29 November 2013. Any items for consideration to be submitted by15th November. The Chairman will represent Bridford Parish.
20 Highway Safety Awareness Training Workshops – details of venues
21 Notice of Road Closure – B3212 Westcott Lane/Toll Cottage/Cossick Cross/Westcott Cross
The diversion will be signposted.
22 Travelling in Winter – updated leaflet 2013/2014 issued by DCC. Circulated to members of
the Parish Council.
23 Parish Council meeting dates for 2014 circulated. Will be published on the notice board, website and in Unity.
24 Warnings
Bogus phone calls have been received by the farming community, the caller purporting to represent the Farm Watch Scheme and requesting donations in support of the scheme.
An incident occurred in the Whitestone are where a horse was injured by unknown means.
Horse owners are advised to be aware of this incident and be vigilant.
25 Any items for information received since publication of the agenda
Details of the Elector Fund – available from the Clerk
Plunkett Foundation Grants – details available from the Clerk
26 District Councillors Report from Dst Cllr Stephen Purser. Plan Teignbridge now likely to be
agreed by the Inspector but with significant alterations, thought to be an increase in the
proposed number of planned new houses. The ‘Health and Wellbeing’ plan is currently being
developed. Closure of public toilets – Teignbridge are going to go ahead and consult with
the Parishes.
27 Public Discussion – a Parishioner asked if the new housing referred to in the District
Councillor’s report would be for local people. Of the current 12,500 proposed, only 2,500
36
are meant to be in the affordable housing bracket. The rest will be available on the open
market.
Cllr Lord has contacted the bus company with regard to Christmas New Year bus timetable
which will see no buses operating from Bridford to Newton Abbot from 18th December to 8th
January. Has also contacted DCC to ask if a bus service could be made available on
23rd December.
Cnty Cllr Brook joined the meeting at 7.45pm. The Chairman welcomed him and invited him to
Speak. Cnty Cllr Brook spoke about the proposed forthcoming closure of the B3193 Valley
Road for repairs at Whetcombe Bridge where the safety barriers have gone, the road has been
undermined and it will be necessary to dig into the bank. The road will be closed for some
considerable time. With DCC always looking to place traffic diversions on the widest roads,
this diversion will take drivers via Bovey Tracey and Moretonhampstead. With locals opting
to use minor roads, this will cause much congestion. Parish Councillors voiced concern about
whether these road works will affect the gritting of what is a primary gritting route.
Cnty Cllr Brook has asked for a public consultation meeting at the Teign Valley Community
Hall at the end of this month. It is vitally important to get this right and it is suggested that
trees should be removed during the operation to prevent further future road movement.
Community Budget – Cnty Cllr Brook has allocated £1,000 to each Parish and is looking to
use these funds by the end of March.
Cllr Lord advised Cnty Cllr Brook of the situation regarding the local bus service over the
Christmas and New Year period.
Cnty Cllr Brook left the meeting at 8.04pm
28 Date of next meeting – Monday 2nd December 2013 at the Village Hall. All are welcome.
The Chairman closed the meeting at 8.05pm
Original copy of minutes signed by the Chairman 2nd December 2013
CORRESPONDENCE FOR CIRCULATION (Appendix A)
Newsletters & Magazines
Healthwatch Voices October 2013
Report and Agendas
Dunsford PC September 2013 minutes
Local Police reports
Miscellaneous
Article relating to Dog Law
Letters sent
Various
37