MINUTES of the MEETING of the FINANCE AND GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE held on 12 November 2008 in the COMMITTEE ROOM, KNEBWORTH VILLAGE HALL
At 8.15 p.m.
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Present: Mr Anthony Titmarsh (Chairman), Mr John Bantick, Dr Graham Fothergill, Mr Ian Gilmore, Mr Barry Hall, and the Clerk
Apologies: Mr Haigh due to work commitments
1. Declaration of Interest
There were no declarations of interest.
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Gilmore, seconded by Mr Bantick and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the Meeting of the Finance and General Purposes Committee Council, held on 10 September 2008, are approved and signed.”
Unanimously agreed.
3. Financial Review
Interest received remains over budget. Expenditure at £20,515 is 19% under budget. Contingent expenditure related to the milestone repairs.
The council’s income overall at £112,791 exceeded budget for the six month period. Expenditure of £62295 was 9% under total budgeted expenditure. The council held £137,713 cash funds at the end of September.
4. Report on Short Term Funds on Deposit
£120,000 is on deposit until 20 November at 4.8%. The rate will reduce as the bank rate has been cut to 3%.
5. Budget 2009/10
After some debate on the inclusion of a sum to assist in progressing certain projects in the village.
Proposed by Dr Fothergill, seconded by Mr Gilmore and
RESOLVED “that the committee recommends an income of £500, revenue expenditure of £54150, other £3000 and capital expenditure of £2,000 to the Parish Council. Agreed.”
For 5 Against 1
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Proposed by Mr Bantick, seconded by Ms Smith and
RESOLVED that “a precept £100,370 be recommended to the Parish Council for the 2008/09 budget. Unanimous.
6. Report on Parish Damage
Two benches have been damaged. The clerk is to assess if they are repairable.
7. Footpath Lighting
NHDC has formally requested a contribution towards the lighting improvements on the footpath from Pondcroft Road with a project cost of £8400. HCC estimates to install three lights and to replace the existing one is £3312. The Parish Council requested a proper quote for the work. Also the Parish Council contribution appears to be a flat rate; a pro rata sum was considered more appropriate.
8. Employment of Pavilion Cleaner
The pavilion cleaner will be off work for a minimum of six weeks after an operation. The clerk is to interview someone to infill. Should the position not be filled it will be advertised in the Parish News.
9. Registration of Parcels of Land in Park Lane, Old Knebworth
and the Pond at Norton Green
There is an application to register two pieces of land in the Parish, one of which includes the land on which the war memorial stands. The Council is to object to the registration of the land on Park Lane.
10 HCC Lease
Revised Heads of Lease have been received. HCC is still only offering a ten year lease. A copy is to be forwarded to Mr Morgan to try and obtain a longer term.
11. Christmas Lights
Mr Titmarsh confirmed that the Doctor’s surgery is prepared to have lights on its building New lights and power supplies will cost £1000, Lamps and Tubes charges for installation and removal of all the lights at £1565 is within budget.
There are three businesses which have requested reimbursement of electricity costs.
Proposed by Mr Bantick and, seconded by Ms Smith and
RESOLVED that “the council will reimburse electricity charges to the businesses who request payment. If there is one display £15 two displays £20.”
Agreed.
Street lamp 131 which supplies power for the tree on St Martins Green is under repair.
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12. Report on the Stevenage Urban Transport Plan
Stevenage Borough Council had a workshop at the start of the development of its Urban Transport Plan. The document will be put on consultation during August 2009.
13. Freedom of Information
A compulsory new publication scheme must be adopted by 1 January 2009. A working party of Mr Gilmore Dr Fothergill l and the clerk is to prepare a document for the Parish council meeting.
14. Road Signs
Mr Titmarsh and Mr Bantick are to inspect the road signs in the village with Mr Atkinson of HCC to recommend removal of unnecessary signing.
15. Bank Mandate
The clerk is experiencing difficulty dealing with the bank because she is not a signatory. It was recommended that the clerk become a signatory with the proviso that a cheque would require three signatures, thus ensuring two councillor signatures are always required.
16. Any Other Business
16.1 NHDC Budget
NHDC is currently preparing its 2009/10 budget and has asked for comments. The PACIF funding is due to finish this year with no further provision. The Parish challenge fund remains unchanged.
16.2 Bins
Litter bin collection which does not come within the zone one area is on a four weekly cycle, unless the contractor is called to empty it. NHDC will install dog bins but will not fund the capital or ongoing costs. A bin costs £260 each with weekly costs of £1.30.
16.3 North Herts Homes Estate Meeting
Dr Fothergill is to walk the North Herts Homes area with a representative on 5 December.
There being no other business the meeting closed at 10.15 pm.
Wednesday, 12 November 2008
Village Hall - 12 November 2008
MINUTES of the MEETING of the VILLAGE HALL COMMITTEE held on
Wednesday 12 November 2008 in the COMMITTEE ROOM, KNEBWORTH
VILLAGE HALL at 7.30 p.m.
_____________________________________________________________
Present: Mr Barry Hall (Chairman) John Bantick, Mr Ian Gilmore,
Mr John Hunt, Mrs Caroline Presland, Mr Anthony Titmarsh and the Clerk
Apologies: None
1. Declaration of Interests
There were no declarations of interest
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Bantick, seconded by Mr Hall and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the meeting of the Village Hall Committee, held on 10 September 2008, be approved and signed.”
Unanimously agreed.
3 Financial Review
Income for the six months is £10,635, 28% over budget. Expenditure at £11,837 is 14% under budget. No capital expenditure has been incurred.
4. Budget 2009/10
Proposed by Mr Bantick, seconded by Mr Hall and
RESOLVED “that the committee recommends an income of £20,150, revenue expenditure of £27,000 and no capital expenditure to the Parish Council. “
Agreed.
5. Heating
Link Up has recently complained about the hall being cold. Mr Handscomb is to be asked to record the temperature during a luncheon. Once this has been done the committee will consider any additional heating requirements.
6. Barre
The committee agreed that the two three metre ballet barres could be fixed to the main hall wall.
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7. Equipment
Proposed by Mr Titmarsh, Seconded by Mr Bantick and
RESOLVED “that step ladders be purchased with a platform height of 2.9m with a cost up to £500.”
Agreed
8. Any Other Business
8.1 Meeting Dates
It was agreed to move the April meeting to 29 April 2009.
Wednesday 12 November 2008 in the COMMITTEE ROOM, KNEBWORTH
VILLAGE HALL at 7.30 p.m.
_____________________________________________________________
Present: Mr Barry Hall (Chairman) John Bantick, Mr Ian Gilmore,
Mr John Hunt, Mrs Caroline Presland, Mr Anthony Titmarsh and the Clerk
Apologies: None
1. Declaration of Interests
There were no declarations of interest
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Bantick, seconded by Mr Hall and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the meeting of the Village Hall Committee, held on 10 September 2008, be approved and signed.”
Unanimously agreed.
3 Financial Review
Income for the six months is £10,635, 28% over budget. Expenditure at £11,837 is 14% under budget. No capital expenditure has been incurred.
4. Budget 2009/10
Proposed by Mr Bantick, seconded by Mr Hall and
RESOLVED “that the committee recommends an income of £20,150, revenue expenditure of £27,000 and no capital expenditure to the Parish Council. “
Agreed.
5. Heating
Link Up has recently complained about the hall being cold. Mr Handscomb is to be asked to record the temperature during a luncheon. Once this has been done the committee will consider any additional heating requirements.
6. Barre
The committee agreed that the two three metre ballet barres could be fixed to the main hall wall.
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7. Equipment
Proposed by Mr Titmarsh, Seconded by Mr Bantick and
RESOLVED “that step ladders be purchased with a platform height of 2.9m with a cost up to £500.”
Agreed
8. Any Other Business
8.1 Meeting Dates
It was agreed to move the April meeting to 29 April 2009.
Monday, 10 November 2008
Planning - 10 November 2008
MINUTES of the MEETING of the PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE held on Monday 10 November 2008 in the COMMITTEE, KNEBWORTH VILLAGE HALL
at 7.00 p.m.
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Present: Dr Graham Fothergill (Chairman), Mr John Bantick, Mrs Rosemary Pateman, Ms Elisabeth Smith, Mr Robin Smith and the Clerk
Apologies: Mr Richard Haigh due to work commitments
Mr John Hunt due to a prior commitment
In attendance: Mrs Carol Smith, Jane Gray (NHDC), 5 Members of the public
1. Declaration of Interests
There were no declarations of interest.
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Smith, seconded by Dr Fothergill and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the Meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee, held on 15 October 2008 be approved.”
Agreed.
3. 08/02086/1HH 20 Stevenage Road, Knebworth
Two and single storey front extension, alterations to roof and creation of pitched roof to existing front window to create hipped roof dormer window. Two storey side extension (north elevation) with dormer window to front following demolition of single detached garage. Single storey side extension (south elevation) to provide gym, alterations to existing conservatory roof. Front porch.
The committee considers the application to be overdevelopment and not aligning with the street scene. It therefore OBJECTS
4. 08/02107/1 135 London Road, Knebworth
Demolition of existing retail units and office building and erection of two storey building with retail use at ground floor and offices above
The committee OBJECTS to the application due to no parking provision and the loss of a retail unit.
5. 08/02244/1HH 201 Park Lane, Knebworth
Single storey front extension and covered porch. Single and two storey side extension incorporating existing store/wc. Single and two storey rear extension
NO OBJECTIONS
6. 08/02787/1HH 89 London Road, Knebworth
Single storey front extension and two storey rear extension. Detached double garage
NO OBJECTIONS
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7. Naming Deards Wood Development
The developer has proposed Quinta Close and Greenways for the new development in Deards Wood. NHDC did not wish to consider a name which included ‘Deards’. It was agreed that Devey Close should be proposed; being a family name of John Smith who owned the Blacksmith shop in Station Road.
8. Proposed Registration of Land in Park Lane, Old Knebworth and Norton
Green
The Land Registry has an application to register title of the entrance to Knebworth Estate between the two lodges. The Council has title deeds to the war memorial land and needs to object by 18 November. The pond at Norton Green is also to be registered, part of which is owned by Stevenage Borough Council. The clerk is to submit a letter of objection and to copy the deed to Knebworth Estate
9. Any Other Business
9.1 Roadworks B656
Mrs Pateman reported that the B656 will be closed for repairs.
9.2 Litter Bins, Muirhead Way
A resident has complained that the bin at the end of Muirhead Way does not seem to be emptied and has also requested a dog bin. The clerk is to contact Mr Flack, NHDC, to obtain contractor information.
9.3 Wine Shop
The Wine Shop has had its licensed revoked for three months for selling alcohol to minors. The shop has been split in two with part being converted to a bathroom showroom for Lowes.
9.4 Footpath, Station Road
Mr Bantick wanted to thank Herts Highways for the improved footpath surfaces on Station Road. The Clerk is to write to Mr Jack.
9.5 Trees Woodstock
A resident has complained that a large conifer is reducing sight lines from the car park in Woodstock. The clerk is to contact Herts. Highways
9.6 73 Park Lane
The owners of 73 Park Lane have submitted a lawful development application for lawful use of the paddock as part of the grounds of the house. If approved it will result in the approval of the garage block already constructed.
9.7 Stevenage Development Plan
Stevenage Borough Council has put on deposit its Development Plan for comments by 19 December.
There being no other business the meeting closed at 8.00pm.
at 7.00 p.m.
_____________________________________________________________
Present: Dr Graham Fothergill (Chairman), Mr John Bantick, Mrs Rosemary Pateman, Ms Elisabeth Smith, Mr Robin Smith and the Clerk
Apologies: Mr Richard Haigh due to work commitments
Mr John Hunt due to a prior commitment
In attendance: Mrs Carol Smith, Jane Gray (NHDC), 5 Members of the public
1. Declaration of Interests
There were no declarations of interest.
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Smith, seconded by Dr Fothergill and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the Meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee, held on 15 October 2008 be approved.”
Agreed.
3. 08/02086/1HH 20 Stevenage Road, Knebworth
Two and single storey front extension, alterations to roof and creation of pitched roof to existing front window to create hipped roof dormer window. Two storey side extension (north elevation) with dormer window to front following demolition of single detached garage. Single storey side extension (south elevation) to provide gym, alterations to existing conservatory roof. Front porch.
The committee considers the application to be overdevelopment and not aligning with the street scene. It therefore OBJECTS
4. 08/02107/1 135 London Road, Knebworth
Demolition of existing retail units and office building and erection of two storey building with retail use at ground floor and offices above
The committee OBJECTS to the application due to no parking provision and the loss of a retail unit.
5. 08/02244/1HH 201 Park Lane, Knebworth
Single storey front extension and covered porch. Single and two storey side extension incorporating existing store/wc. Single and two storey rear extension
NO OBJECTIONS
6. 08/02787/1HH 89 London Road, Knebworth
Single storey front extension and two storey rear extension. Detached double garage
NO OBJECTIONS
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7. Naming Deards Wood Development
The developer has proposed Quinta Close and Greenways for the new development in Deards Wood. NHDC did not wish to consider a name which included ‘Deards’. It was agreed that Devey Close should be proposed; being a family name of John Smith who owned the Blacksmith shop in Station Road.
8. Proposed Registration of Land in Park Lane, Old Knebworth and Norton
Green
The Land Registry has an application to register title of the entrance to Knebworth Estate between the two lodges. The Council has title deeds to the war memorial land and needs to object by 18 November. The pond at Norton Green is also to be registered, part of which is owned by Stevenage Borough Council. The clerk is to submit a letter of objection and to copy the deed to Knebworth Estate
9. Any Other Business
9.1 Roadworks B656
Mrs Pateman reported that the B656 will be closed for repairs.
9.2 Litter Bins, Muirhead Way
A resident has complained that the bin at the end of Muirhead Way does not seem to be emptied and has also requested a dog bin. The clerk is to contact Mr Flack, NHDC, to obtain contractor information.
9.3 Wine Shop
The Wine Shop has had its licensed revoked for three months for selling alcohol to minors. The shop has been split in two with part being converted to a bathroom showroom for Lowes.
9.4 Footpath, Station Road
Mr Bantick wanted to thank Herts Highways for the improved footpath surfaces on Station Road. The Clerk is to write to Mr Jack.
9.5 Trees Woodstock
A resident has complained that a large conifer is reducing sight lines from the car park in Woodstock. The clerk is to contact Herts. Highways
9.6 73 Park Lane
The owners of 73 Park Lane have submitted a lawful development application for lawful use of the paddock as part of the grounds of the house. If approved it will result in the approval of the garage block already constructed.
9.7 Stevenage Development Plan
Stevenage Borough Council has put on deposit its Development Plan for comments by 19 December.
There being no other business the meeting closed at 8.00pm.
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