AT THE ANNUAL MEETING OF BREASTON PARISH COUNCIL HELD AT 7.30PM ON MONDAY 12th MAY
2008 AT THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING ROOM, BLIND LANE, BREASTON
Present:
Councillors Ainsworth, Beadling, Clulow, Luke, Mrs McCaig, Miller, Mounsey, Mrs Orchard,
Parkinson, Sharlot and Mrs Toon
Councillor Mrs McCaig in the Chair
5 members of the public
1/08
ELECTION OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COUNCIL
It was Proposed, Seconded and Agreed that Councillor Mrs McCaig be appointed Chairman of the Parish
Council for the ensuing year.
2/08
SIGNING OF THE DECLARATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF OFFICE OF CHAIRMAN
Cllr Mrs McCaig signed the Declaration of Acceptance of Office of Chairman, witnessed by the Clerk.
3/08
ELECTION OF THE VICE-CHAIRMAN OF THE COUNCIL
It was Proposed, Seconded and Agreed that Councillor Sharlot be appointed as Vice-Chairman for the
ensuing year. Cllr Sharlot accepted this position.
4/08
ELECTION OF THE COMMITTEES OF THE COUNCIL
It was Proposed, Seconded and Agreed that the committees comprise:Environment:
Parks and Cemeteries:
Highways and Lighting:
Finance:
Archive:
Cockle (Ch), Sharlot (VC), Parkinson, Beadling, Clulow and Luke
Beadling (Ch), Mounsey (VC), Ainsworth, Clulow, Luke and Toon
Clulow (Ch), Ainsworth, Beadling and Miller
Luke (Ch), Mrs Orchard, Parkinson and Committee Chairmen
Toon (Ch), Beadling (VC), and Mounsey
The Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Parish Council to be ex-officio members of all Committees.
5/08
CONFIRMATION OF STANDING ORDERS REQUIREMENT – ITEM 7, F, H, I AND J
1. To consider payment of annual subscriptions. Agreed that those to DALC, CPRE and ABA be
accepted.
2. To decide the Chairman’s Allowance for the ensuing year. Set at £300. Agreed.
3. Confirmation of appointments to outside bodies. The following remain in place: - Mrs Wallace –
Trustee of Risley Educational Foundation, four year appointment from 2004. Cllr Beadling – Erewash
Crime Prevention Panel and Police Consultative Committee. Cllrs Sharlot and Parkinson – Elvaston
Quarry Liaison Committee.
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POLICE SESSION – attended by PCSO K Pykett
PCSO Pykett listed the crimes reported during the past month. These included violence against a person (x3),
theft from vehicles (x2), indecent exposure, criminal damage to stile, burglary non-dwelling, public order section
4A, damage to vehicle, theft of a wheelie bin, theft of motor vehicle, making off without paying at Brobot.
The on-going problem with youths gathering and consuming alcohol on open spaces was raised and discussed at
length. Cllr Clulow raised the matter of Community Patrols, PCSO Pykett reported that she thought it might be a
possibility for Breaston following the success of the trials in Long Eaton and Borrowash and she will look into this.
PUBLIC SESSION
Resident expressed concern that there seemed to be more night-time noise from aircraft. It was generally
acknowledged that this did seem to be the case. Cllr Parkinson informed the meeting that he believed that
individuals could report disturbance to the airport via a phone call.
Resident reported that the bin collectors had dropped glass from recycling waste on Holly Avenue. Although it
appeared that the collectors had attempted to clear most of this up, there was a residue which presented a
danger to dogs.
Resident asked if the village could have a regular community skip to discourage fly-tipping. Clerk to ask EBC
about this.
6/08
APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
Received from Cllrs Cockle and Mrs Toon
7/08
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE ORDINARY MEETING HELD ON 14th APRIL 2008
It was PROPOSED and SECONDED to accept the minutes of the meeting held on 14th April 2008.
8/08
MATTERS ARISING
132/07.5 Village Green. Cllr Parkinson reported that he had forwarded details regarding this to the Clerk.
Cllr Beadling responded that we now have the forms ready for completion.
9/08
CORRESPONDENCE
Minutes and Agenda’s from Erewash Borough Council. DALC newsletters – available on request from the
Clerk.
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10/08 PARKS AND CEMETERIES
1. Committee meeting held on 10th May 2008 attended by Cllrs Beadling, Ainsworth, Mounsey, Clulow, Toon,
Luke, McCaig and Sharlot.
2. Cemetery Soil. It was agreed to turn the soil bay 90 degrees to facilitate easier emptying for EBC as and
when required.
3. Cemetery Rules. It was agreed to adopt the amended rules.
4. New Cemetery Garden of Rest. A site meeting was held and it is recommended that the new Garden of
Rest is sited between the footpath and the hedge on the western side of the cemetery
5. Park Playground Inspection. Following the inspectors report Cllrs Mounsey and Beadling, along with Mr
Waldron, did a tour of the park and put in hand the work to be carried out.
6. Paddling Pool. It was agreed to ask Sue Hayward to look at this area to see if she could come up with
some design.
7. Duffield Footpaths. Committee members were given a copy of the various quotes and options for the
reinstatement of the footpaths. It was agreed, subject to funding, to accept Mr Jones of Melbourne’s quote.
8. Duffield Village Green Status. The Clerk now has the necessary forms to proceed with this.
9. Band Concert. This will be held on Sunday 10th August at 2.30pm.
10. Centenary garden. The Clerk has still not had a response from Zurich Insurance and will write to the head
office.
11. Relief Caretaker. It was agreed to offer Mrs Jayne Roberts to position.
12. Cemetery Letter. The Clerk had prepared a draft letter to be sent to the families of those interred in the New
Cemetery as the Rules and Regulations are being breached. It was agreed to accept the draft letter with
slight alteration.
13. Gala report. Cllr Clulow reported that this year’s Gala was the most successful yet and the weather was
perfect. He had received many compliments about the day and extended thanks to all those who turned up
to help on the day and those who supported the event by attending. Thanks were also expressed to the ATC
for their work selling programmes, running the skittles competition etc and thanks to the Clerk for her work ‘in
the back-ground’. Cllr Mrs McCaig thanked Cllr Clulow for all of this hard work which was agreed by all those
present.
11/08
HIGHWAYS AND LIGHTING
1. Committee meeting held on 10th May 2008 in the PCMR attended by Cllrs Mrs McCaig, Luke, Beadling,
Ainsworth, Sharlot and Clulow.
2. Tree planting on Draycott Road. Mrs Sutton is willing to pay for a tree to be planted in the verge but asks
that the Parish Council agree to the future maintenance of it. It was Agreed that this could go ahead on this
basis. The Clerk has asked Mr Farr to recommend a suitable species.
3. Lighting Column on The Green. An order has been placed with DCC to replace the other ornamental
column.
4. Hanging baskets. The Clerk is trying to get costings for the sponsorship signs. The size of 6” x 3” was
agreed by the committee.
5. Vehicle Activated Signs. These are now installed and operating. Positive comments have been received
about them. Clerk to send a letter to DCC thanking them for the work but stating that the Draycott Road VAS
could have been better positioned.
6. Grass verges. The Clerk has informed the DCC Highways Care Manager of those verges listed in last
month’s report.
7. Overdale Medical Centre. It was reported that there is a section of kerb missing at this location. Clerk to
notify DCC.
8. Draycott Road Breaston Sign. The sign on the entrance to the village from Draycott is faded and needs
replacing. Clerk to report this.
9. Various Matters. Following the meeting with Karen Hair of DCC, she has written in response to the matter
raised. Cllr Clulow detailed the responses to the Stevens Lane triangle, the lay-by by the Co-Op and the
extension of the footpath at Risley Lane.
10. Footpath walks. Cllr Ainsworth reported that the first walk attracted 35 participants. A back-marker is
needed for the walk this week. It was suggested to ask those attended to volunteer for this.
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12/08 ENVIRONMENT
1. Committee Meeting. Held on 12th May at 9.30am and attended by Cllrs Sharlot, Beadling, McCaig,
Ainsworth, Clulow and Mounsey. Apologies received from Cllrs Cockle and Parkinson.
2. Planning Applications. The following planning application were considered and the recommendations are
as follows:
0408/0042 – demoltion of existing dwelling and erection of five detached dwellings at 2 Mount Street –
recommend Refusal on the grounds of over-development of the site in conjunction with the on-going
developments in this area and unacceptable increase in traffic on Mount Street.
*0408/0026 Outline application for the erection of one dwelling (all matters reserved) including partial
demolition of 37 Belmont Avenue at 37 Belmont Avenue – recommend Refusal on the grounds that it
represents back-land development and the access drive is contrived and too narrow.
*0408/0026 – Erection of three detached dwellings including partial demolition of 37 Belmont Avenue at 37
Belmont Avenue – recommend Refusal on the grounds that it represents back-land development, overdevelopment and unacceptable development of the site and the access drive is contrived – the roadway
would be single carriageway and very difficult for three properties to use without inconvencience.
0408/0053 Prior notification for telecom installation comprising a 12m monopole with 3 antennas and 1 dish,
ground based cabinets and ancillary development at verge SW of M1, Wilsthorpe Road – recommend
Approval.
0408/0063 Outline application for the erection of one dwelling (all matters reserved) at 5 Churchill Close –
recommend Refusal on the grounds that the site is flooded regularly from the Golden Brook.
0508/0003 Area to be used for displaying trollies, tables (plants etc) ie garden products – variation of
condition 3 of 0688/83 at 26 Stevens Lane – recommend Approval
0508/0010 – single storey rear extension and first floor extension above existing garden room at 17 Park
Street – recommend Approval.
It was PROPOSED and SECONDED to accept the recommendations of the Environment Committee.
* Councillor Beadling asked that EBC be asked to visit this site to appreciate the impact on adjacent
properties.
3. Planning decisions – for information only
0208/0022 Belmont Service Station – Refused; 0208/0036 29 Mount Street – Approved; 0208/0064 – 37
Mount Street – Approved; 0208/0063 1 Firfield Avenue – Approved; 0108/0018 17-19 Firfield Avenue –
Refused.
4. Notification from EBC of the Long Eaton Conservation Area Plan. This can be viewed at the Town Hall
from 2nd May – 16th June.
5. Result of Appeal for Plot 2, Meadow Close. The appeal has been upheld and the development can now
go ahead.
6. Risley Lane gate. EBC’s solicitor has been instructed to issue an enforcement notice.
13/08 FINANCE
1. It was Agreed to accept the financial report as circulated.
2. Cllr Luke reported that the Concurrent Functions monies received from EBC was nearly £7,000 less than the
amount requested. The Clerk has written to Mr Sankey requesting that they re-consider and make up the
difference. A meeting was arranged for Wednesday 28th May at 9.30am in the PCMR for members of the
Finance Committee.
14/08 ARCHIVES – no report
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15/08 ACCOUNTS
Payments
£
M Clulow (Gala expenses)
S Cheshire (petty cash)
DRCC (village of the year entry)
Football in the Community (Rammie)
Tropical Inc
A Beadling (Gala expenses)
Wickstead Leisure Limited
Grasstrack
ITT (pump maintenance contract)
Excel Office Equipment Limited
Erewash Borough Council (playground inspections)
Erewash Borough Council (grounds maintenance 08/09)
Long Eaton Silver Prize Band (Gala)
St John Ambulance (Gala)
Mr D Sims (Gala)
Mr D Waldron (expenses)
Staff Salaries
HM Revenue + Customs
Total
60.93
156.83
15.00
60.00
235.00
12.00
267.72
899.56
392.51
133.61
181.86
4842.18
30.00
50.00
50.00
22.30
2216.67
830.30
10,456.47
Receipts
Gala receipts (various)
Mr & Mrs Flahey (ground rent)
No 48 Interiors (hanging basket)
Mark Campbell Motors (hanging baskets)
Co-Op Funeralcare
A W Lymn (p+int Ug13, in Bg2)
Church View Memorials (Mem Tg5)
Funeralcare (p Ug7+Ug8, int Ug7,mem Ug7, p Ug11+Ug12, int Ug12)
EBC (Concurrent Functions + Precept)
Eaton Farm FC (inv 099)
Co-Op Bank Interest
Co-Op Bank Interest
HM Customs (VAT refund)
Total
265.00
240.00
25.00
75.00
15.50
152.00
18.00
214.00
75292.00
129.25
1193.61
20.99
7143.74
84,784.09
It was PROPOSED and SECONDED that the above accounts be accepted.
16/08 ANY OTHER BUSINESS
1. Cllr Ainsworth had presented a log book and photograph albums from Westernmere School to the Parish
Council for the Archives. These had been donated by the wife of the former Headteacher of the school, Mr
Ratcliffe. The Clerk will write a letter of thanks to Mrs Ratcliffe.
2. Cllr McCaig reported that the dog fouling on Duffield Close is worse than ever.
17/08 DATE OF NEXT MEETING. This will take place on Monday 9th June 2008.
Meeting closed at 8.35pm.
…………………………………….Chairman 9/6/08
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