MINUTES OF THE BARNTON PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER ON MONDAY 26TH JANUARY 2009

MINUTES OF THE BARNTON PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER ON MON= DAY 26TH JANUARY 2009

PRESENT = MESDAMES : - WILSON, ROBINSON, GOLDING, KIRSOPP, ASHDOWN &= nbsp; &nbs= p; & CURBISHLEY

&nb= sp; = MESSRS :- DANIELS, TURNBULL CASEY & HEARSEY

&nb= sp; = APOLOGIES :- MR. WILLS, MR. KENNISH &am= p; MS. VICKERS

&nb= sp; = VISITORS :- COUNTY CLLR. M. BYRAM

MIN. 4007 DECLARATION OF INTERESTS. Cllr Turnbull declared= a prejudicial interest in matters relating to the Memorial Hall and Agenda it= em 13.1 Public conveniences (as a Borough Councillor.)

MIN. 4008 QUESTION TIME OPEN SESSION. T= here were no members of the public present.

MIN. 4009 APPROVE MINUTES OF MEETINGS OF 1ST DE= CEMBER 2008

MOVED Frank Casey &= nbsp; SEC. John Turnbull 8 in favo= ur 2 abstentions,

MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES.=

MIN. 4010 (from) MIN. NO. 3978. = <= /span>Cllr Turnbull asked that the Credit Union conta= ct the Hall Trustees Chairman to see if the they could offer any services to the Credit Union. Frank Casey to forward the contact information to John Turnbu= ll.

MIN. 4011. COUNTY COUNCIL AND CWAC ISSUES. T= he Chairman brought forward agenda items so that Cllr Byram could deal with matters relating to his area then leave. They were Correspondence from CWAC= and Highways agenda Item 10 (min 4037 refers). These are reported in context be= low.

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MIN. 4012. PLANNING APPLICATIONS.

08-2090-FUM - Land and Buildings including 7 T= unnel Road, Barnton. AMENDED = PLANS APPLICATION

Demolition of existing Garages and Workshops and erection of 13 Residential Units (8 Apartments and 5 Dwellings) =

This Amended Application has been dealt with by= the Barnton PC Planning Sub Committee who have recommended that it be refused on the same grounds as our previous objection. The reasons stated for refusal are= ;

1. OVER DEVELOPMENT OF THE SITE. Despite the known National Government Guideline= s for the development of previously used land the Parish Council consider that th= is number of Residential Units at this location in a Conservation Area is unsuitable and inappropriate

2. LACK OFF AN ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT. No Environmental Assessment has been provided by the Developer and of particul= ar concern to the Parish Council is the Badger set further up the Valley close= by the site boundary and the effect that this Development might have on the we= ll being of the Badgers.

3. HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORT ISSUES. <= o:p>

(i). The Parish Council are of the opinion that the Developers Traffic Impact Assessment is seriously flawed and there will be an actual increase in the amount of Traffic using Tunnel Road. To assume that there will only be 1 vehicle per household is not risible

(ii). The single vehicle width Tunnel Road is n= ot in the opinion of the Parish Council sufficient for the increase in traffic and use that will take place and the actual&nb= sp; junction affording access to and from Runcorn Road off a very danger= ous bend will prove especially hazardous even with a suitable visibility splay provided.

(iii). The Parish Council express serious conce= rn at the insufficient level of off street parking provided for these dwellings a= nd would point out that we have already enough parking problems in our Village without deliberately creating more for us.

This application was approved by Vale Royal .B. C. with approx. 30 conditions.

08-2425-FUL Land formerly Yoxhalls Builders Yar= d, Townfield Lane, Barnton

Demolition of former joinery workshops and erec= tion of 8 two storey dwellings.

This Planning Application has been dealt with b= y the PC Planning Sub Committee who had no objections.

This Application was refused by Vale Royal B. C. Planning Officers.

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CORRESPONDENCE

MIN. 4011 RISK ASSESSMENT - LOCAL COUNCIL RISK = SYSTEM (LCRS) SOFTWARE

The Clerk stated that the Audit Commission has indicated a preference for council to use a programme called “Local Council Risk System” (LCRS) that is suitable to help Councillors determine the Parish Council Risk. The cost £89.92 with an annual upd= ate costing £20.00 Cllr Turnbull proposed that this software is purchased= by the Council and evaluated over the coming year, seconded by Cllr A Robinson= all in favour. (Cllr S Kennish has indicated by E. Mail that he was against this proposal)

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MIN. 4012 .&nb= sp; ANNUAL AUDIT FOR YEAR ENDING 31ST MARCH 2009 T= he Audit Commission has revised the date for the annual audit, they have postponed t= he date, the final date will be advised shortly (anticipated date is mid May).= The parish Council expect to know the date by 9th March.

Min 4013 CASUAL VACANCY FOR THE PARISH COUNCIL = Vale Royal B. C. Electoral Services has stated = the Parish Council is free to fill the Councillor vacancy by co-option at the n= ext Parish Council meeting.

MIN, 4014 TRANSFORMING LEARNING COMMUNITIES (CLLR TURNBULL)<= span style=3D'font-family:Arial'> C= llr Turnbull said that the note given to Members was for information only. Barn= ton Primary school and Rosebank School have started the Transforming Learning Communities process with Cheshire County Council. This will result in chang= es to the schools. It may mean more services provided by the school, e.g. a Children centre at the Primary school, or it may mean that some schools may close. The local Schools may involve the Parish Council in some aspects of = this review.

MIN. 4015 THE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE FOR ENGLAND. The Boundary Committee for England are giving a presentation on Tuesday 3rd February at 6.30pm at the Council Chambers at Wyvern House, on the review process. Members are welcome to go please let t= he clerk know if you are going. Cllr Helen Kirsopp intends to go.

MIN. 4016 SYCAMORE TREE RUNCORN ROAD RECREATION GROUND The Clerk has recei= ved a quotation for the pruning of this tree. The quotation was in order and the = work is now complete.

MIN 4017 SCOTTISH POWER Scottish Power asked if their business customers could pay monthly. = The Clerk stated that as the sums involved were so small it was not to our advantage to write these Cheques so he has replied that the Council will continue to pay quarterly.

MIN. 4018 GYPSY AND TRAVELLER SITE DECISION V= ale Royal BC has issued a letter stating that they have carried out a review of= the proposed sites for Gypsies and Travellers in Vale Royal, All have been recommended as unsuitable for a permanent site they will however investigate the provision of a temporary site at the former waste transfer site at New = Road North, Winsford.

CORRESPONDENCE (CONTINUED)

MIN. 4019 CHESHIRE C. C. SUMMARY STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS 2007= -2008. This account summary broch= ure is available to Members on request.

MIN 4020. CORRESPONDENCE FROM CHESTER WEST AND CHESTER

FUNDING STREAMS TO TOWN AND PARISH COUNCILS. CWAC have issued a statement saying that Parish Council will continue to receive funding for services that they currently manage on behalf of Vale Royal B. C. or the CCC under a new service level agreement. The Clerk stated that this only applies to the collection of lit= ter and should not cause us any problems.

AREA AND NEIGHBOURHOOD WORKING CONSULTATION. Cllr Byram understood our concerns on the new neighbourhood area arrangements. He was keen to ensure that the Parish Coun= cil sent representatives to the meeting and that the PC gave feedback on its vi= ews of the operation and effectiveness of area working. Cllr Claire Wilson prop= osed we ask the partnership team member Cllr John Grimshaw for information on the process for neighbourhood working., seconded by John Turnbull all in favour= . Action The Clerk to contact Cllr Grimshaw.

THE TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (LOCAL DEVELOPMEN= T) (ENGLAND) (AMENDMENT) REGULATIONS 2008 : SECTION 26 STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT. The Clerk sta= ted that he had a booklet on this topic and Members could have it on request. C= llr Turnbull said that the Parish Council should remain involved with this as it will be important to us from various aspects.

INTRODUCING CHESTER WEST AND CHESTER. = CWAC have issued dates for launch events to allow local members to meet the newly elected members of CWAC. The Winsford date is 28th Jan. Members wishing to = go should contact the Clerk. STRATEGIC HOUSING ASSESSMENT (SHMA). The CWAC have issued the assessment questionnaire to the Parish Council for information.=

MIN. 4021.&nbs= p; ESSENTIAL CORRESPONDENCE.

(A). BRUNNER MOND. Flyer outlining procedure to contact Brunner Mond in the event of a = of a complaint or concerns. (Members have been given a copy of the flyer)

(B). CHESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - WORD POWER. Details of an Arts event at Tenants Hall, Tatto= n Park . Knutsford on Saturday 7th February. Details have been circulated to Membe= rs by e. mail.

(C). CHESHIRE POLICE AUTHORITY - HAVE YOUR SAY.= Details of a Meeting held at the Community Cent= re, Russell Road, Weaverham on 7th January 2009. Members were informed by e. ma= il of this event

(D). CHESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - SERVICE OF THANKSGIVING. Details of a ser= vice of Thanksgiving to be held in Chester Cathedral on Sunday 29th March 2009 at 3.30pm. Members have received notification of this event by e. mail. Closing date for responses if any Mem= ber wishes to attend.

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MIN. 4021.&nbs= p; ESSENTIAL CORRESPONDENCE. (CONTINUED)

(E). AGE CONCERN, CHESHIRE - MEN IN SHEDS - PROJECT LAUNCH. Invitation to attend the launch of the Men in sheds Pro= ject on 30th January 2009 at 12 noon at Unit 15 Hartford Business Centre, Chester Road, Hartford. Members have been advised of this by e. mail<= /b>

(F). CHESHIRE COMMUNITY ACTION - COMMUNITY PRIDE COMPETITION 2009. Details of the Community Pride Competition for = 2009. Closing Date for entries is 3rd March 2009

(G). VALE ROYAL B. C. - FINAL VALE ROYAL MAYOR’S BALL. Invitation= to attend the Vale Royal Mayor’s Ball on 6th February 2009. Details were circulated by e. mail.

(H). COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT. <= /b>Communities in Control, Real People, Real Power= , Code of Recommended practice on Local Authority Publicity - Consultation. Consultation Document from Central Government. Responses required by 12th M= arch 2009

(I). VALE ROYAL B. C. - REGISTER OF ELECTORS. The Parish Council have received the Full Revi= sed Register of Electors for 2008/09. Any Member wishing to see this please con= tact the Clerk.

MIN. 4022. SUPPLIERS INVOICES FOR PAYMENT.

THE FOLLOWING INVOICES HAVE BEEN PAID AND REQUI= RE ENDORSING

(i). SCOTTISH POWER - NRRG LIGHTS - £119.= 27

(ii). BARNTON BRUNNER MEMORIAL HALL - ROOM HIRE AND PROVISION OF A MIN= UTE SECRETARY - £ 274.50

(iii). BROKER NETWORK LTD (ADDITIONAL INSURANCE PREMIUM FOR CEMETERY CHAPEL) £30.36.

(iv). MR. A JAMES - WORK TO SYCAMORE TREE -= £275.00

(v). THINKPRINT (TUNNEL TOP PRINTING)&nb= sp; - £185.00

(vi). UNITED UTILITIES (WATER FOUNTAIN NRRG) - £13.16

(vii), MR. G STEELE   (RECREATION GROUND SAFETY INSPECTIONS) £265.00

(viii). CHESHIRE ASSOCIATION OF LOCAL COUNCILS (ATTENDANCE AT PLANNING SEMINAR.) £40.00

THE COUNCIL&nb= sp; ENDORSE THE ABOVE INVOICES FOR PAYMENT

MOVED Angela Robinson SEC. R= on Hearsey All in favour

MIN. 4023. DONATIONS.=

BARNTON AND ANDERTON ROYAL BRITISH LEGION<= /o:p>

The Barnton and Anderton Branch of the Royal Br= itish Legion has asked for a donati= on for the Remembrance day wreath. C= llr Angela Robinson proposed a donation of £50.00 to the Poppy fund, seco= nded by Cllr J Turnbull, all in favour. (Cheque will be payable to the Poppy Fun= d)

NORTH WEST AIR AMBULANCE.=

We have received a written request for a donati= on to support the launch of a new air ambulance this year. Cllr Olive Golding proposed that we donate £50.00, Cllr Carol Ashdown seconded. All in favour.

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MIN. 4024. FINANCIAL AND BUDGET STATEMENTS.

PARISH COUNCIL MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENT The Clerk stated that the Cheshire Community Ac= tion had not cashed their cheque payment. This cheque is now out of date. Act= ion Clerk to follow up. Cllr Turnbull pointed out that there was an arithmetical error in the December financial summary of 6 pence. Proposed that the accou= nts are accepted (subject to 6 p adjustment) by the Council <= /p>
MOVED         Cllr Diane Curbishley        &= nbsp;   SEC. Angela Robinson All in favour=

PARISH COUNCIL= MONTHLY BUDGET STATEMENT

The budget statement was noted and the Clerk stated that there were no problems.

MIN. 4025. BURIAL JOINT COMMITTEE The Minutes of the Burial Joint Committee of 12th January 2009 and a= Statement of Accounts to the 31st December 2008 had been received and all Members had received a copy thereof. A letter from the Clerk to the Burial Joint Commit= tee had been received confirming a Precept of £4000. Barnton Parish Council’s payment was £3800

MINUTES OF THE BURIAL JOINT COMMITTEE OF 12TH J= ANUARY 2009.

PRESENT:

Mrs C Ashdown&n= bsp;            = ;            &n= bsp;            = ;       Mr J Turnbull     (Chairman)

Mrs M Gavin&nbs= p;            &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;            &= nbsp;           Mr S Kennish

Mrs O Golding&n= bsp;            = ;            &n= bsp;            = ;         Mr N Wright

Mrs J Whalley

Mrs S Crank&nbs= p;    (Clerk)

APOLOGIES:

Ms H Kirsopp

Mrs V Walker

The Chairman welcomed everyone to the meeting a= nd wished them a Happy New Year

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MINUTES:

The Minutes of the November meeting were approv= ed by the Committee.

Proposed Mr Kennish, seconded Mrs Ashdown.                &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;            &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;            &= nbsp;

RESOLUTION RE PRECEPT:

Mr Wright proposed a Precept of £4,000.00= for 2009, seconded Mrs Ashdown.

Clerk to write to both Parish Councils.

MATTERS ARISING:

Unsafe Headstones            &= nbsp;          <= /b>Mr Macey had started work on unsafe headstones<= b> and had promised to complete work (two complete sections CON and UNCON) by end = of this financial year

Allotments = ;            &n= bsp;            = ;            &n= bsp; The Clerk said that there was a long waiting li= st

for allotments and asked whether the list shoul= d now be closed. After discussion it was decided to keep the list open.

MIN. 4025. BURIAL JOINT COMMITTEE (CONTINUED)<= /b>

MINUTES OF THE BURIAL JOINT COMMITTEE OF 12TH J= ANUARY 2009.

MATTERS ARISING (CONTINUED)

Comm War Graves Comm           Agreed to price increase for grave service and = had now paid in full.

Blocked Drain      =             &nb= sp;            = Now attended to by John Hughes.  &nbs= p;            &= nbsp;          Baby Memorial Garden    =             &nb= sp;     Clerk had reminded John Hughes that he had promised to clean statue and plaque.

Sign        &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;            &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;     Signs of Cheshire had promised sign would be installed on gate by 16th Jan.<= /o:p>

Chapel - Insurance      =             &nb= sp;     Barnton PC had arranged for a survey to be carried out regarding the reinstatement valuation of the cemetery chapel. The Chairman said that the clerk would hold a copy of the report sho= uld any of the members wish to see it.

Agreement        &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;            &= nbsp;     Further meeting which should have been held after

BJC meeting on 12th Jan cancelled and further d= ate to be arranged.

Concrete Strips=             &nb= sp;            =      The Clerk said that new concrete strips would h= ave to be laid shortly in the newly consecrated area and said she would speak to J= ohn Hughes. Mrs Gavin asked if John Hughes could be reminded to strim the grass away from the strips re safety.

CORRESPONDENCE

Letter from Commonwealth War Graves agreeing to= pay increase in grave service.

14/2008 &n= bsp;        DEEDS AND MEMORIALS

  &nb= sp;            =          Memorials were approved for Doyle (LC52), Gerrard (LCRC36) and

Goodenough (LC214A)

  &nb= sp;            =          Inscriptions were approved for Leicester (LC107) and Dewison             =             &nb= sp;                  &= nbsp;   (CON437).

15/2008 &n= bsp;        FINANCE

  &nb= sp;            =          A Statement of Accounts as at 31st December 2008 was presented showing a balance of £18558.9= 5. Proposed Mr Wright, seconded Mr Kennish.

16/2008 &n= bsp;        REVIEW OF CEMETERY FEES 2009

  &nb= sp;            =          Mr Kennish said that he felt that residents should not contribute if they=

were not going to use the cemetery. Mrs Gavin said that it was “= swings and roundabouts” and that it could be argued that some residents did = not use the schools etc. Mr Kennish went on to say that Barnton Cemetery was we= ll behind the market rates and Mr Wright said he disagreed with this point and that Barnton was maybe slightly behind.&nb= sp; Mrs Golding said that it was not fair to residents to have large increases and Mrs Ashdown said that it was a difficult time anyway for peop= le financially and that the fees should not be increased. Mr W= right proposed that the fees remain the same for the current year, seconded Mrs Golding. Put to the vote, fiv= e    n favour, two against. Object= ion Mr Kennish.      = ;

MIN. 4025. BURIAL JOINT COMMITTEE (CONTINUED)<= /b>

MINUTES OF THE BURIAL JOINT COMMITTEE OF 12TH J= ANUARY 2009.

16/2008 &n= bsp;        REVIEW OF CEMETERY FEES 2009 (CONTINUED)

The Chairman raised the subject of safety and t= he level of care with regard to grave diggers etc. The subject was discussed and the = Clerk was asked to write to all funeral directors and monumental masons to request copies of Public Liability Certificates, Work Activity/Method Statements and Risk Assessments relating to themselves and anyone they employ to carry out work on their behalf in the Cemetery.

17/2008 &n= bsp;        REVIEW OF ALLOTMENT FEES 2009

  &nb= sp;            =          No change last year - 2007 increased from £16.50 to £30 (17         &= nbsp;     allotments). After discussion Mr Wright proposed that the fees remain the

same for existing allotment holders but any new allotment holders be charged £52, seconded Mrs Ashdown. Put to the vote, five in favour. t= wo against. Amendment - Mrs Golding proposed the fees be increased to £35 for all allotment holders, old and new, seconded Mrs Gavin. Put to the vote five in favour, two against, amendment carried. <= o:p>

18/2008 &n= bsp;        MATTERS RAISED BY MEMBERS

  &nb= sp;            =          Mrs Walker had requested that it be mentioned that she strongly

objected to money being set aside for the purch= ase of land for burials in the future due to the present economic climate.

  &nb= sp;            =          The meeting closed at 8.10 pm.

  &nb= sp;            =          The next meeting to be held on 9th March 2009 at Barnton Memorial Hall.        =             &nb= sp;               =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;        &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;

MIN. 4026.&nbs= p; BUDGET AND PRECEPT FOR 2009/2010.

The Clerk stated that he has set this budget on traditional lines as he cannot predict what additional budget items may ari= se from the introduction of the CWAC unitary authority. He briefly summarised = his budget statement which had been provided to all Members. Cllr Turnbull clarified the request from the Burial Joint Committee for a precept of £4000. He stated that this sum was intended for the purchase of additional land. The Burial Joint Committee predicts that the Cemetery will need expanding in the next 10 years. The Parish Council notes that the Buri= al Joint Committee has some £10,000 surplus to requirements in its curre= nt account. This money could also be set aside for the purchase of land. Propo= sal - £4,000 is set aside for the purchase of land. Proposed by Cllr Ange= la Robinson, Seconded by Cllr Diane Curbishley. Angela Robinson proposed that = the Parish Council instruct the Burial Joint Committee to return £10,000 surplus money so that they can set it aside for the purchase of land. Secon= ded Diane Curbishley. 9 in favour, 1 abstention. The Chairman noted the

Memorial Hall has asked for £1,000 less t= han last time. She felt that this was positive and would like to see this grant reduced by £1,000 a year until it reached £4,000 where the Pari= sh Council would be happy with this level as a way of ensuring that major repa= irs could be undertaken from reserves. The Clerk had recommended that the prece= pt is set at the amount in his budget statement for 2009-2010. It was Proposed that the Council accept the budget statement. AMOUNT £73,000 PROPOSED        Cllr Frank Casey     &n= bsp;      SECONDED Diane Curbishley All in favour.

MIN. 4027.&nbs= p; VILLAGE HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION ISSUES=

UPDATE ON THE PROPOSED NO WAITING ORDER ON LYDY= ETT LANE. FOLLOWING THE HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION LOCAL JOINT COMMITTEE MEETI= NG OF 11TH NOVEMBER 2008 The Clerk stated that Highways have put down the remaining yellow lines outside of the DIY store He stated that the lines outside the DIY store have had the effec= t of people now parking their cars on the opposite side of the Lydyett Lane causing two chicanes which meant i= t was difficult or impossible sometimes for a large vehicle to get through . The lines on the lower part of Lydyett Lane between Nursery Road and Hayes Drive are in the wrong place, this means that Emergency vehicles cannot get down = the road. Cllr John Turnbull proposed we draw these issues to the attention of = CCC Highways. Seconded by Cllr Angela Robinson. All in favour. Action Cllr M Byram was asked to note thi= s and try and find a solution with Highways. The Clerk to write to R Flood Highwa= ys Engineer.

MIN. 4028. RECREATION GROUNDS=

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE CONTRACT FOR 2009 ONWARDS. = The Clerk reported that the closing date for estimates for the Grounds Maintenance Contract is 23rd February February.

CCTV SOLUTIONS FOR NURSERY ROAD. The Clerk would be presenting a report to the February Meeting

DESIGNATED PUBLIC PLACE ORDER NURSE= RY ROAD. The Clerk has asked Vale= Royal B. C. to pursue this order with some urgency.

SELF CLOSING GATES NURSERY ROAD

These gates have now been repaired and serviced and are as new. Proposal = that these gates are serviced every 6 months. Proposed by Cllr Angela Robinson, seconded by Olive Golding. All in favour.

RECREATION GROUND SAFETY INSPECTION REPORTS The Clerk reported that following the inspection there are some minor rectifications were needed. The notice board needs some repair as the polycarbonate vision panel is missing. The Clerk has asked community payback to help in cleaning the graffiti off the play equipment.<= o:p>

RUNCORN ROAD&n= bsp; - IMPROVEMENTS TO PLAY EQUIPMENT The Clerk reported that he will take advice fro= m our solicitors on the advisability of reclaiming our land following the success= ful registration of the land as shown on the deeds.

MIN. 4029. POLICE COMMUNITY SUPPORT OFFICER

P= . C. S. O. MONTHLY REPORTS FOR OCTOBE= R. NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2008

These were noted by members. The Clerk stated t= hat he had received invoices relating to the non-payment of the PCSO contract money. This item is for discussion = with Supt Boycott on the 27th. Feb= ruary

MEETING WITH SUPERINTENDENT BOYCOTT ON 27TH JAN= UARY 2009. Members are invited to a= ttend at Barnton Cricket Club at 7:00pm tomorrow evening.

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MIN. 4030. PUBLIC TOILETS LYDYETT LANE.

REPORT OF MEETING WITH STREETCARE MANGER MR. M. SOLARI.

The Clerk has received operating costs for consumables, these were around £750 a year, Members noted that the operating costs given by Vale Royal B. C. the previous year were £32,= 000 per year for these toilets. There was general discussion on this subject, T= he letter from Cllr Simon Kennish was noted pointing out the difficulties of maintaining public conveniences and the large commitment it would place on = the Parish Council to keep them serviceable. Vale Royal B. C. stated that there= are no plans for any major work on this facility in the next 5 years. Members n= oted that Vale Royal B. C. had approached businesses in Barnton to use their toi= lets for the public good, the Memorial Hall had declined because the maintenance cost is considerable.

Proposal. Cllr Angela Robinson proposed that we= do not accept a Service Level Agreement for these toilets. Seconded by Cllr Ca= rol Ashdown. 8 were in favour with 2 abstentions.

MIN. 4031. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.

THE INFORMATION COMMISSIONERS REQUIREMENTS FOR DOCUMENTS ON THE COUNCIL’S WEBSITE. The Information Commissioner requires from the 1st January 2009 that= the Council uses the model publication scheme which should be placed on their website. Proposed that the Parish Council charges £5.00 per paper document requested by the Public. Moved by Cllr Angela Robinson, seconded C= llr John Turnbull. All in favour.

PARISH COUNCIL WEBSITE (MEMBERS DETAILS ON THE WEBSITE) <= /span>Proposed: That the Parish Council publish Membe= rs names and addresses only, on the Council website and printed information. M= oved by Cllr Angela Robinson, Seconded by Cllr John Turnbull

MIN. 4032.&nbs= p; OUTSTANDING ACTIONS FROM PREVIOUS PARISH COUNCIL MEETINGS=

The meeting noted the outstanding actions. All = are in hand.

MIN. 4033. QUALITY PARISH COUNCIL STATUS - (CLLR. MR. F. CASEY)

The Parish Plan is ready for publication and the Chairman of the Parish Plan committee hopes to have it at the printer in the next few days. Once the plan is published and the invoice for this sent to = Vale Royal B. C. they will release the money for the grant to cover printing and distribution costs.

MOVE MEETING PAST 9.00PM. Cllr C Ashdown proposed the meeting continue p= ast 9:00pm. Seconded Frank Casey. All in favour.

Chairman ......................................................... 23rd February 2009

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