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PC Minutes 13th July 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
Drat minutes of the meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council held at Peldon and Wigboroughs Community Hall on Tuesday 13th July 2021 at 7.30pm
Present: John Walker, Wendy Ritherdon, Clare Lauwerys (chair), Borough Councillor Pat Moore and one member of the public
Apologies for absence: Catherine Sprott, Liz Davidson, Jinny Gale, Netty Knill Jones, Phil Gladwin, Robert Davidson, Kevin Bentley, Andrew Ellis
Minutes of the last meeting were agreed by all and signed by the chairman
Borough Councillor Report: Suggestions and requests are welcome from all the villages for their wants and needs for possible inclusion in the new Conservative Policy for Colchester. The Queen’s Jubilee will be celebrated in the town centre with bunting, flags etc. The pilot scheme for E-Scooters is still ongoing. The consultation for proposed changes to parliamentary boundaries is on-going and people can see the proposed changes and respond here: https://www.bcereviews.org.uk/
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PC Minutes 8th June 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
Draft minutes of the meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council held at Peldon and Wigboroughs Community Hall on Tuesday 8th June 2021 at 7.30pm.
Present: Phil Gladwin, Liz Davidson, Netty Knill Jones, Catherine Sprott, Wendy Ritherdon, Clare Lauwerys (chair), Robert Kean, John Walker, Robert Davidson
Apologies for absence: Jinny Gale, Kevin Bentley
Minutes of the last meeting were agreed by all and signed by the chairman
Borough Councillor Report: Since the elections the new set up of both CBC and ECC was explained and many of the councillors are new to their roles and so will need to learn quickly as they go along.
Public-Have Your Say: Footpath signage at Salcott will be looked into.
Continue readingPC Agenda 8th June 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
A meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council will be held at Peldon and Wigboroughs Community Hall on Tuesday 8th June 2021 at 7.30 pm to which the Councillors are summoned to attend. All Covid-19 related rules and regulations will be adhered to.
The main hall can provide a spacious venue with good ventilation for the present situation with doors and windows left open when required.
Continue readingPC Minutes 4th May 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
Draft minutes of the meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council held via Zoom on Tuesday 4th May 2021 at 7.30pm.
Present: Phil Gladwin, Clare Lauwerys (chair), John Walker, Netty Knill Jones, Jinny Gale, Catherine Sprott, Liz Davidson, Kevin Bentley
The Annual Parish Assembly
No organisations or public attended this meeting with reports
Annual Council Meeting (AGM)
Apologies for absence: Wendy Ritherdon, Robert Davidson Continue reading
PC Agenda 4th May 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
A meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council will be held via Zoom on Tuesday 4th May 2021 at 7.30pm to which the Councillors are summoned to attend and the public are welcome to participate.
The Zoom meeting details are: Meeting ID: 814 3164 2997 Passcode: pcmay
The Annual Parish Assembly
Electors and Organisations are invited and can contribute to this meeting.
Addresses from any of the following may take part: County Councillors, Borough Councillors, Police and any other body or organisation.
Followed by: Continue reading
PC Agenda 13th April 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
A meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council will be held via Zoom on Tuesday 13th April 2021 at 7.30 pm to which the Councillors are requested to attend and the public are welcome to participate.
The Zoom meeting details are: Meeting ID: 858 9125 9433 Passcode: pcapril
Apologies for absence:
Minutes of the last meeting:
County and Borough Councillor Reports:
Public-Have Your Say:
Declarations of Interest:
Items for Discussion
1. Playgrounds and Playing Fields
- Reports on both playgrounds and fields
- Update on grants for funding the Peldon playground project.
- Decision required: Any new measures required with regard to Covid-19 and current government guidelines
2. Salcott Bus Stops and Footpaths
Following the parish council requesting that the bus stops at the Salcott crossroads are made accessible for wheelchair use we are pleased to say this work is now taking place.
- Also following the parish council’s request footpath entrances and stiles are gradually being renewed and/or updated.
3. May 2021 Annual Parish Assembly and Parish Council Meeting
- To note change of date for this meeting from 11th May to 4th May.
4. Actions and reminder List – update
Planning Applications:
| 210657 | Notification for Prior Approval for a proposed change of use of agricultural building to dwelling house (Class C3) and associated operational development at Nightingale Farm, School Lane, Great Wigborough – the parish council has no comments on this application |
| 210624 | Prior approval of agricultural or forestry development – proposed building at Hill Farm, School Lane, Great Wigborough |
Finances: Schedule for payments online:
| EALC – & NALC subs | £335.56 |
| Tree & Lawn Company Ltd. – Salcott grass cut | £96.00 |
| R S Pullen – April salary | £500.00 |
| R S Pullen – Annual office expenses | £250.00 |
The next meeting will take place on Tuesday 4th May 2021 at 7.30 pm via Zoom which will commence with the Annual Parish Assembly
PC Minutes 9th March 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
Draft minutes of the meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council held via Zoom on Tuesday 9th March 2021 at 7.30pm
Present: Clare Lauwerys (chair), Phil Gladwin, Netty Knill Jones, Jinny Gale, Wendy Ritherdon, Liz Davidson, John Walker, Kevin Bentley and one member of the public
Apologies for absence: Catherine Sprott, Andrew Ellis, Robert Davidson
Minutes of the last meeting were agreed by all and will be signed in due course.
County Councillor Report: Council tax will be increased by 1.5% for the adult social care precept only. The virus is still diminishing in our area but everyone must remain vigilant. Schools are open now with the necessary precautions in place. Roads and signage are being mended but with restrictions from the virus making everything take that bit longer. Blocked ditches in Peldon will be dealt with accordingly. Continue reading
PC Agenda 9th March 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
A meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council will be held via Zoom on Tuesday 9th March 2021 at 7.30pm to which the Councillors are requested to attend and the public are welcome to participate.
The Zoom meeting details are: Meeting ID: 820 6283 1393 Passcode: pcmar.
Apologies for absence:
Minutes of the last meeting:
County and Borough Councillor Reports:
Public-Have Your Say:
Declarations of Interest:
Items for Discussion
1. Playgrounds and Playing Fields
- Reports on both playgrounds and fields
- Discuss any update on alternative arrangements for Moss Hay maintenance
- Any updates re the different quotes and equipment for Peldon playground, discuss preferences, etc.
- Decision required: What are we going to do with regard to maintenance at Moss Hay, should we advertise?
- Decision required: Any further measures required with regard to Covid-19 and current government guidelines
2. Ditches and flooding issues at Peldon
- Thanks to Highways and resident co-operation the problems have hopefully been resolved
3. Communication and Engagement
- Discuss how the parish council can best engage and communicate with our residents of all ages
4. Actions and reminder List – update
Planning Applications:
| 210326 | Proposal: Erection of carport/workshop ancillary to dwelling at The King, Maldon Road, Great Wigborough – the parish council has no objections to this application |
| 210503 | Proposal: Replacement of a commercial building with a single dwelling (in lieu of Prior Approval for extension and conversion of building into a dwelling subject of application 200890 and 202176 at adjacent to Ransomes Cottage, Wig Road, Peldon |
Finances: Schedule for payments online:
| R S Pullen | March salary | £500.00 |
The next meeting will take place on Tuesday 13th April 2021 at 7.30pm via Zoom
PC Minutes 9th February 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
Draft minutes of the meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council held via Zoom on Tuesday 9th February 2021 at 7.30pm.
Present: Clare Lauwerys (chair), Netty Knill Jones, Wendy Ritherdon, Jinny Gale, Catherine Sprott, John Walker, Liz Davidson, Robert Kean, Andrew Ellis, Robert Davidson and 3 members of the public
Apologies for absence: Phil Gladwin, Kevin Bentley
Minutes of the last meeting were agreed by all and will be signed in due course
County Councillor Report: Covid cases are reducing now, vaccinations are going well but any over 70s who have not received an invitation yet should contact their GP to book their vaccination.
Borough Councillors Reports: Thanks were expressed to Kevin for organising drain jetting and sucking out both in Peldon and Salcott.
Owing to the poor weather conditions if any refuse sacks are not collected by 5pm on the expected day they will be collected on the next appropriate week, either blue or green. Continue reading
PC Agenda 9th February 2021
WINSTRED HUNDRED PARISH COUNCIL
Peldon Great Wigborough Little Wigborough Salcott Virley
A meeting of Winstred Hundred Parish Council will be held via Zoom on Tuesday 9th February 2021 at 7.30pm to which the Councillors are requested to attend and the public are welcome to participate.
The Zoom meeting details are: Meeting ID: 895 5539 2874 Passcode: pcfeb.
Apologies for absence:
Minutes of the last meeting:
County and Borough Councillor Reports:
Public-Have Your Say:
Declarations of Interest:
Items for Discussion
1. Playgrounds and Playing Fields
- Reports on both playgrounds and fields
- Discuss alternative possibilities for Moss Hay maintenance
- Having studied the different quotes and equipment for Peldon playground discuss preferences. Are we able to make any decisions as yet?
- Decision required: What are we going to do with regard to maintenance at Moss Hay?
- Decision required: Any further measures required with regard to Covid-19 and current government guidelines
2. On- Line Planning Briefing
- Report following 3 parish councillors having attended.
3. Flooding at Salcott
- There have been various flooding issues/problems at Salcott recently and particularly during this very wet weather which have been dealt with accordingly. A major contribution of organisation has taken place from Salcott and Virley Parish Councillors mediating with ECC Highways, Anglian Water and Environment Agency and with help from local residents. Issues are still being dealt with as and when they arise.
4. Peldon Village Sign – will be taken down for refurbishment shortly.
5. Actions and reminder List – update
Planning Applications:
| 210080 | Proposal: Outline application for permission for erection of 4 two storey dwellings and up to 7 car parking places and related hard and soft landscaping at land opposite St Mary’s Church, The Street, Salcott – the parish council comments are on the CBC website |
Planning Decisions:
| 202704 | Proposal: Rear single storey kitchen extension and utility room side extension at Hall Barn, Peldon Road, Peldon – Approve conditional |
Finances: Schedule for payments online:
| Mr T Newman | Moss Hay maintenance x 4 | £120.00 |
| EALC | Planning briefing x 3 | £252.00 |
| R S Pullen | February salary | £500.00 |
The next meeting will take place on Tuesday 9th March 2021 at 7.30pm via Zoom