Ibstock Parish Council
Minutes of meeting held on Tuesday, 4th March 2008
Meeting held at 57 High St. Ibstock
Present: Cllrs., A.Granger, B.Granger, C. Platts, B. Blair, R.Whitby, B. Cockett, J.Kailofer
J. Wilson, N.Sparrow,
In the Chair: Cllr. S Farmer
Clerk: A.Young
Members of public 3
Local Police: PC112 R.Houghton
Street scene Manager: Claire Macrory
PRE-MEETING MATTERS DISCUSSED
Reports of planning committee - New Applications considered by Council
Minute 252
08/00155/ful
Formation of Ménage
2 Hawthorn Drive. Ibstock
 Council Resolution:
To support this application
253
07/01025/OUT
Detached dwelling – rear of 243 Melbourne Road
Amended plan
(P.C. on 4th September 2007, (Min 106) supported Application
 Council Resolution:
To support this application
254
08/00225/FUL
Erection of single storey rear extension to form conservatory.
118 Battram Road, Ellistown
 Council Resolution:
To support this application
255
08/00199/FUL
Erection of two-storey side extension
24 Chapel Street.
 Council Resolution:
No objection
256
08/00277/ful
Change of use of property to provide residential accommodation and dog breeding
kennels.) 33 Copson Street Ibstock
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Council Resolution: Objection
Council resolved that the Clerk would write to the Planning Authority and
inform that the parish council objects to this application on the grounds that:
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Environmental Hazard. There is an open watercourse (Brook) at the rear of the property
and adjacent to the kennels. Council is concerned that a potential hazard for
contamination of the watercourse will exist. Particularly in heavy rains and/or if the
applicant was to use hose pipes or other mechanical means to wash the kennel area.
This could result in dog faeces washing into the brook and being carried at the rear of
other properties in the area. Moreover, there will exist the risk of dog faeces deposited
downstream on the banks of the brook. Thereby placing a health hazard directly at the
rear of other properties.
2)
The odour from dog mess could permeate the area and become a really unpleasant part of
the street for other residents or visitors.
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3)
Barking dogs could intrude on residents and may spoil the peace and enjoyment of others.
4)
The planning application states that arrangements for parking will be made at 37 Copson
St. (The driveway of a neighbouring property)
Council considers that ‘friendly neighbour’ arrangements do not form a sufficient
guarantee of parking. This is particularly relevant if the owner of Number 37 was to sell
the property. Copson Street is already heavily used and parking on pavements is rife due
to the narrowness of the road. The street cannot support business parking.
It is council’s resolution that the application should be refused on the grounds mentioned.
(Extract of letter to NWLDC)
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Members of Public - Question & Answer Session
Allotments
Mr Bob Storer made a formal request take over the tenancy of plot 2 (Vacated by A
Ottey)
Council discussed the reasons why, and agreed to defer decision until the item can
be\ resolved in the meeting Proper.
Council said that it would review this request. (See minute 266)
2.
Report from local police officer
PC 112 Roy Houghton reported that has been 40 crimes recorded in the past month.
Incidents reported include:
Burglary- Mercury News Shop
Domestic incidents
Thefts at Pretoria Road, Chapel Street and Willow Way.
Cycle theft, motor theft,
Youths caught with Cannabis
Theft of Diesel from Newbolds Farm
Theft and damage at Battram.
Test purchases of alcohol are continuing via Trading Standards.
PC Houghton asked council what it considers to be the priorities for the coming year, and
what it would like the Police to concentrate on
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Council agreed that Speeding Vehicles and Anti Social Behaviour are the
two main areas of concern in Ibstock at this time.
Report from Street Scene Manager
Claire Macrory advised said that the recent litter pick at Chandlers Croft / Victoria Road had
been well supported by the local scout group. The whole exercise had been very worthwhile.
Council agreed and offered a vote of thanks.
Central Passageway: The community college has started to clear the litter that has been
accumulating in the hedge alongside Central Passage.
The school had enquired whether the Parish council would offer financial support to install a
fence (Instead of having a hedge.)
(Council declined the offer)
Dog fouling
After reports of fouling at Thorndale and at The Hastings Claire said that the dog control team
would target these two areas.
There being no other pre-meeting business, the chairman thanked all for attending and
Declared the pre-meeting closed.
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PARISH COUNCIL MEETING PROPER
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APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
Apologies were received from Councillors Cllrs, K.Smith, and G.Smith who advised
the Clerk that they would not be able to attend.
Cllr Ron Taberner advised the clerk that he had to work on that evening.
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CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
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Council Resolution:
The minutes from the meeting held on 5th February 2008 be signed by the Chair and
passed to the Clerk for filing.
MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES OF 5TH FEBRUARY 2008
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258
(237)
Overhanging branches 59 Copson St
Cllr Sparrow brought to council’s attention that branches/shrubbery is overhanging
the footpath at 59 Copson Street.
The clerk said that he has emailed County Highways, and has reported the issue by
phone. They will pay a visit to the address.
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(249)Lighting Central Avenue
No reply from LCC. Although it appears the D.Price had raised the same matter in
2005. At that time LCC had said they would consider budgeting for stronger
luminaires
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Items awaiting replies
The Clerk advised Council that L.C, C. County Highways, has moved from the
Coalville depot and this possibly explains why there have been no replies to letters in
respect of items:
201
Uneven footpath –Melbourne Road
202
Narrow Footpath – Ashby Road
203
Road Markings (White lining) Spring Road
204
Parking on Green space – Spring Road
Letters have been re-sent to Mountsorrel.
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PLANNING MATTERS
The applications discussed by the planning committee were ratified and
resolved as detailed within Minutes252-256
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261
ACCOUNTS
Council resolved: Accounts received and paid as per attached listing.
The Chairman initialled the lists and bank statement.
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262
MATTERS ARISING.
Scout Group Litter Picking
Cllr Kailofer proposed a vote of thanks to the Scout Group for the litter picking (As
previously mentioned) also, that council might like to show its appreciation by
donating a small grant to the Scouts.
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Cllr Farmer and Cllr Sparrow stated a prejudicial interest in the motion
withdrew from the discussion.
Council unanimously supported the motion and resolved to grant £50 to the Scout
Group.
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263
Dog Fouling Problems
Council discussed what other initiatives might be taken to try and reduce or eliminate
the problems. Council heard from members that in some areas the problem is getting
worse, instead of better.
Suggestions of improved signage, leaflets to give out with poop scoop bags were also
mentioned.
Claire Macrory advised that new dog control orders would become effective on 1 st
April 2008. Teams from NWLDC are presently patrolling and trying to educate those
persons in charge of dogs to take a more responsible approach to clearing up behind
the dogs.
The chairman proposed that the parish council waits to see the impact of the
measures being proposed by NWLDC before looking at producing leaflets or buying
signs.
 Resolved – No further action at the moment.
264
Storm Drain - Miners Way
Councillor Cockett reported that a member of the public had complained about an
overflowing storm drain.
Council discussed and suggested that the person should contact the environment
agency.
265
Allotments Agreement and Tenancy Rules
Council discussed the present rules, previously circulated, and it was agreed that
these need changing.
Following suggestions and discussion the rules subsequently agreed (As per attached)
266
Vacant Allotment plot
Cllr Whitby proposed that Mr Bob Storer be given the tenancy of plot 2.
 Council resolved: Proposal supported unanimously.
267
Rural Community council (Item 9.1)
The Clerk advised that council has received the annual membership pack for 200809. The RCC has revised the way it calculates membership fees.
In the case of Ibstock, the fee will increase from £35 to £50.
 Council discussed and resolved to not continue membership
268
LRAPLC Annual Subscription (9.2)
The Clerk advised that council has received the annual membership pack for season
2008-09.The fees will increase to £528.92.
269
Laics & Rutland Playing Fields Association (9.3)
The Clerk advised that council has received the annual membership pack for season
2008-09.
 Council discussed and resolved to not continue membership.
270
Additional Equipment at Battram Skate Park (9.4)
The Clerk said that council has received a request for permission to install skate
equipment by Battram Access Centre Committee. (There is no request for financial
assistance.)
 Council discussed and resolved: Permission granted.
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Fencing –Thorndale Play Area (9.5)
The Clerk said that he is waiting for one more quote for costs to fence off the
children’s playground at Thorndale. (As per the ROSPA Safety Inspection
Recommendations)
Cost is expected to be in the region of £4,500
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272
Fencing -Leicester Road Recreation Ground. (9.5)
The Clerk said that he has obtained quotes to fence off the play area from the
driveway of the Miners Welfare. (This is because people keep making gaps in the
hedge)
Cost is in the region of £2,500
Council discussed the impending redevelopment of the Recreation Ground and the
potential funding from Section 106 (When the David Wilson site is redeveloped for
housing.
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Council Resolved: No further action a this time
REPORTS OF REPRESENTATIVES FROM:
 Palace Community Hall Committee
 Local Association of Parish & Local Councils
 Sence Valley
THE PALACE.
Cllr Cockett said that The Palace was well utilised; the diary is quite full and all
events are well supported.
There has been £30,000 pledged to phase II so far.
Phase II will have to be funded piece meal. The first phase will be to renovate and
improve the stage area.
SENCE VALLEY
Cllr Mrs Granger reported that the winter bird walk was very well attended, 80,000
visitors per year.
There will be a range of activities over the Easter holiday, for the 8-11 year olds.
There will be courses on offer in the future,
For example, A course in Dry stone Walling,
A course in Hedge laying
Also it was being considered whether to change the Car park.
ASSOC PARISH COUNCILS
Nothing to report
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DISTRICT COUNCILLLOR REPORT
District Councillor not in attendance
CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
LCC- Community Speed Watch Scheme
Crane & Walton – Land Transfer document and commuted sum for Chandlers Croft
Crane & Walton – Land Transfer deed for signatures (Land Sale to 69a Battram Road)
Reply to letter requesting additional fencing to allotments
Invitation to enter Best Village Competition
Registrar of Births Marriages Deaths- Information on licensing the Cemetery Chapel
Invitation to Leics & Rutland Funding Fair (28th Feb –Melton Mowbray)
NWLDC – Housing Land Availability Assessment
NWLDC- Help shape play questionnaire
Marlene Reid Centre –Cheese and wine event 14th Feb.
For information:
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NWLDC NWLDC NWLDC NWLDC-
Refusal of permission for development – 172 Melbourne Road
Refusal of permission for development – 2 Penistone St.
Planning permission – 11 Leicester Rd Ibstock
Refusal of permission for development.
Ibstock College (Fitness suite)
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15. NWLDC
Planning permission 77/79 High St
16. NWLDC
Refusal of permission for development – 12 Victoria Road
17. NWLDC
Notice of Appeal to Secretary of State. (In connection with refusal to permit
vehicular access 29 Melbourne Road.
18. Audit Commission – Notice of Appointment of External Auditor
19. Local Works – Sustainable Communities Bill becomes law
20. NWLDC – Invitation to Holocaust memorial service (arrived too late)
21. The Palace – Events guide
22. LCC –Leicestershire Matters Magazine
23. Ashby Community Forum Invitation to meeting 11 th March
24. Standards Board – Consultation on conduct of local authority members
25. LCC – Information on Primary Care Trust Health Services
26. ‘Natural England’ Invitation to seminar Biodiversity
27. St Deny’s CE Primary School – requesting info on dog fouling and path maintenance
28. Leics.Adult Learning Service- Survey of Shops concerning disabled access.
29. Quote for The Palace – fit protective angle iron to corner of building
End
There being no other matters to discuss, the Chairman thanked all for attending and declared the
meeting closed at 9.15 P.M.
___________________________________________Chair Signature
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