HURWORTH PARISH COUNCIL
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Minutes of the Meeting on Tues 11 Jun 2002
held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees .
Minutes of the proceedings of an Ordinary Meeting of Hurworth Parish Council, held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees, on Tuesday 11th June 2002
Present: Mrs. G. Hepplewhite (Chairman), D.A. Bell, I. Black,
P. Foster,A. Gibson, J. A. Lawrie, D.R McBeath, Mrs.
M.R. Naylor, C.D.W. Pratt
Apologies: H. C, Bullock, Mrs. P. S. Miller
In attendance: Councillor W.H.R. Built (Darlington Borough
Council) P.C. Karl Lowe (Durham Constabulary)
17. MINUTES
RESOLVED That the minutes of the last Meeting held on
Tuesday 14th May 2002 be approved as a true record and signed by the Chairman
18. MATTERS ARISING
(i) Strait Lane Allotments — Notice to terminate tenancy
be withdrawn on condition that plots brought up to required standard within
two weeks (ii) Letter sent to Hurworth School re Specialist School Status
— response awaited
19. POLICE REPORT
There were six incidences of crime during the month
including two burglaries one of which was to a dwelling house. In addition
there were four reports of youths causing disturbances, outside the Spar
shop and Hurworth School being two of the locations. A question was raised
as to heavy goods vehicles using the village as a shortcut to avoid congested
traffic at Morrison’s roundabout.
It was reported that traffic cones used at the
primary school to manage the parking problem had been a great success.
20. PLANNING MATTERS
RESOLVED (i) That the following matters be received
without comment:
02/452 Conversion of barn to provide one dwelling at Blackwell
Moor Farm Snipe Lane Hurworth Moor
02/45 8 Erection of conservatory at 9 Church View Hurworth
02/485 Erection of extension to side of dwelling including dormer
window at I Fox Close Hurworth Place
(ii) That correspondence received in respect of planning decisions
by Darlington Borough Council be noted
(iii) That Planning applications be displayed prior to
the meeting if appropriate
21. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT
RESOLVED That the following accounts be approved for payment:
£
I. Murphy Expenses 6.86
I. Murphy Salary — May ‘02 294.49
T.Murray Salary — May’02 231.06
Inland Revenue Tax — May’02 148.06
Hurworth Community Centre Photocopying 12.80
22. HIGHWAYS MATTERS
RESOLVED That the following matters be reported for action
as necessary:
(i) A167 —Double bend sign
(ii) The Green and West End — flooding
23. CASUAL VACANCY
RESOLVED That Angela Allan 41 Woodlands Way Hurworth
Place be co-opted to serve as a member of the Parish Council
24. AUDIT OF ACCOUNTS
The Clerk reported that official notification had now
been received in respect of the appointment of external auditors for the
200 1/2002 accounts, although to date no documentation had been received
to complete the audit. In addition a communication had been sent by the
external auditor indicating that the appointment of an internal auditor
for the current year could be best served by a number of Parishes agreeing
to perform the role for each other provided a commitment was given to
appoint independent internal auditors from next year. RESOLVED (i) That
the information be noted in respect of the appointment of external auditors
(ii) That the appointment of internal auditors be discussed at the next meeting of the Darlington Association of Parish Councils and Parish Meetings with a recommendation that the service, subject to cost, be undertaken by Darlington Borough Council
25. HMS HURWORTH JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS
The Clerk reported on a telephone call received form
the Captain of HMS Hurworth inviting two members of the Parish Council
to attend the Queen’s Jubilee Celebrations aboard HMS Hurworth on Thursday
27th June 2002. Nominations were required as a matter of urgency as security
checks would need to be conducted. In the absence of the Chairman on holiday,
the Clerk contacted the Vice-Chairman, A. Gibson and the immediate past
Chairman J. A. Lawrie who expressed a wish to attend the celebrations.
RESOLVED (i) That the Clerks action in nominating A.
Gibson and J. A. Lawrie as representatives of the Parish Council to attend
HMS Hurworth’s Jubilee celebrations at Portsmouth on 27th June 2002 be
approved
(ii) That expenses for the visit be approved
26. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
(i) Pavements for People
(ii) Meeting of Standards Committee 1st July 2002
27. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
(i) Rural Garden Competition 2002 — Judging P. Foster
and Mrs. M.R. Naylor
(ii) Queen’s Jubilee Celebrations — flagpole —
letter of thanks to Mr. Harrison
(iii) Caravans at Croft Club — Clerk to consult
with planning authority
(iv) Railway warning siren — telephone number
to report faults
(v) Parish boundaries — report published
(vi) Parliamentary constituencies — consultation
process
Minutes of the Meeting on Tues 14 May 2002
held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees .
Minutes of the proceedings of the Annual Meeting of Hurworth Parish Council, held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees, on Tuesday 14th May 2002
Present: J.A. Lawrie (Chairman), D.A. Bell, I. Black, P. Foster,
Mrs G.M.Hepplewhite, A. Gibson, D.R McBeath, Mrs P.S.
Miller, Mrs M.R. Naylor, C.D.W. Pratt
Apologies: H. C. Bullock
In attendance: Councillor W.H.R. Built (Darlington Borough
Council)
1. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN
It was moved that Mrs G. M. Hepplewhite be appointed
as Chairman for the ensuing year (Motion carried)
The Chairman thereupon made and subscribed the
Declaration of Office required by law and tendered her thanks to members
for having elected her
2. ELECTION OF VICE - CHAIRMAN
It was moved that A. Gibson be appointed as Vice
- Chairman for the ensuing year (Motion carried)
3. MINUTES
RESOLVED (i) That the minutes of the last Meeting
held on Tuesday 9th April 2002 be approved as a true record and signed
by the Chairman
(ii) That the minutes of the Parish Transport
Committee held on April 2002 be received
4. MATTERS ARISING
(i) Flooding — The Green and West End
5. POLICE REPORT
Six crimes were committed during the past
month including I house burglary; 2 thefts from garages; 2 thefts from
vehicles and 1 damage to vehicle
6. PLANNING MATTERS
RESOLVED (i) That the following matters be received
without comment:
02/295 Erection of two storey side extension and single
storey attached garage at 1 Burma Road Hurworth Place
02/299 Erection of two storey extension over garage to provide
bedroom with ensuite at 4 Grange Avenue Hurworth Place
02/3 07 Change of use of first floor stable to dwelling at
50 The Green Hurworth Parish Council
02/3 08 Listed Building Consent for change of use of first
floor stable to dwelling at 50 The Green Hurworth
02/309 Siting
of portable building in school grounds at Hurwortli House Preparatory
School 38 The Green Hurworth
02/343 Demolition of existing wall to permit siting of portable
building. Removal and rebuilding of pillars to allow access for portable
building at Hurworth House Preparatory School 38 The Green Hurwortli
02/345 Erection of a three bedroomed dwelling to replace demolished
former gatehouse building at The Gatehouse Skipbridge Hurworth Moor
02/395 Erection of single storey extension to rear and addition
of bay windows to front elevation at 3 Hawkswood Hurworth Place
02/400 Rebuilding of utility garage with double garage and
conservatory/pottery room at 30 The Green Hurworth
02/401 Listed
Building Consent for rebuilding of utility garage and conservatory/pottery
room at 30 The Green Hurworth
(ii) That correspondence received in respect of planning
decisions by Darlington Borough Council be noted
(iii) That members consider alternative ways of
presenting planning applications for approval
7. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT
RESOLVED That the following accounts be approved for payment:
£
I. Murphy Expenses 64.58
I. Murphy Salary — April ‘02 294.49
T. Murray Salary — April’02 238.80
Inland Revenue Tax — April ‘02 150.04
Hurworth Community Centre Photocopying 15.80
Hurworth Community Centre Newsletter Contribution (1999-2001)
360.00
Cornhill Insurance Premium 2002 170.78
8. HIGHWAYS MATTERS
RESOLVED That the following matters be reported for
action as necessary:
(i) Motor bike speeding on A167
(ii) Speeding - Roundhill Road/West End
(iii) Blocked drains — West End
(iv) Gas leak — third occurrence — due to heavy
wagons using village as bypass
9. CASUAL VACANCY
The Clerk reported that no request for an election had
been received and it was therefore necessary for the Parish Council to
fill the vacancy by co-option as soon as possible
RESOLVED That members consider nominations for
the next meeting failing which advertisements can be placed within the
village informing residents of the vacancy
10. AUDIT OF ACCOUNTS
The Clerk reported on the new “lighter touch” audit which was to operate for the 2002 accounts. A district audit function was to be provided by Burnett Swayne of Southampton where a fixed fee was set for the service. However an internal audit service was also required under the new system and alternative methods of appointment had been suggested by the Audit Commission RESOLVED That the new system be approved and that the appointment of Darlington Borough Council as internal auditors be considered subject to cost
11. REQUEST FOR DONATION
RESOLVED That a donation of £25 be made to North
East Crime stoppers in recognition of the work they undertake in the area
12. DARLINGTON ASSOCIATION OF PARISH COUNCILS/MEETINGS
A letter had been received from Darlington Association
of Parish Councils/Meetings seeking a nomination
to attend a meeting with the Chief Executive of
the National Association of Local Councils to discuss the issue of Darlington’s
request for membership
RESOLVED That P. Foster and the Clerk of the Council be nominated to attend the meeting to be held at 2 p.m.on 28th May 2002 at Darlington Town Hall
13. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PARISH COUNCIL
The Clerk of the Council reminded members that the Code
of Conduct had been officially adopted from lst May 2002 and that it was
necessary for members to complete the Registration of Financial and Other
interests within 28 days of adoption and the Undertaking to comply with
the Code of Conduct within two months
RESOLVED That the information be noted
14. LETTER FROM RESIDENT
The Clerk reported on a letter received from Mr F. R.
Morton 41 Manor Road Hurworth Place raising a number of points for consideration
RESOLVED That the Clerk respond to Mr Morton in respect of the issue raised
concerning potholes; that the situation in respect of the footpath be
further investigated and the matter of the cycle track be referred to
Darlington Borough Council
15. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
(i) Scouts Annual Strawberry Fayre — 5th July
2002
(ii) A Guide to National Training Strategy
(iii) Durham Police Authority Local Policing Plan
2002/2003
(iv) New Supplementary Planning Guidance
(v) National Association of Local Councils National
Conference
16. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
(i) Bench seat Strait Lane — letter of thanks to Mr Peart
for donation
(ii) Verbal report on public meeting Hurworth
School — Clerk to draft letter
(iii) Strait Lane Allotments — Notice to terminate
tenancy to be issued
(iv) Clerk of Councils annual leave dates
Minutes of the Meeting on Tues 9 April 2002
held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees .
Minutes of the proceedings of an Ordinary Meeting of Hurworth Parish Council, held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees, on Tuesday 9th April 2002
Present: J.A. Lawrie (Chairman), D.A. Bell, H.C. Bullock,
Mrs G.M.Hepplewhite D.R McBeath, Mrs P.S. Miller, Mrs M.R. Naylor, C.D.W.
Pratt
Apologies: I. Black, P. Foster, A. Gibson
In attendance: Councillor W.H.R. Burtt (Darlington Borough
Council) P.C. Karl Lowe (Durham Constabulary)
128. MINUTES
RESOLVED (i) That the minutes of the last Meeting held on Tuesday 12th March 2002 be approved as a true record and signed by the Chairman
(ii) That the minutes of a Special Meeting held on Thursday 21st March 2002 be approved as a true record and signed by the Chairman
(iii) That the minutes of the Parish Transport Committee held on 6th March 2002 be received
129. MATTERS ARISING
(i) The Green Flooding — arrangements made for inspection
130. POLICE REPORT
There were twelve incidences of crime during the month including 5 burglaries one of which was to a dwelling house. In addition there were eight reports of youths causing annoyance primarily in the Strait Lane vicinity. A close watch is being kept on this situation.
A question was raised as to a report on the radio concerning broken windows at Hurworth School but this appears to refer to a previous incident.
131. PLANNING MATTERS
RESOLVED (i) That the following matters be received without comment:
021164 Listed Building
Consent for the erection of an entrance wall and gates at 6 Blind Lane
Hurworth
02/165 Erection of an entrance wall and gates
at 6 Blind Lane Hurworth
02/2 18 Single storey extension to garage at 21 Belgrave
Terrace Hurworth Place
02/237 Listed Building Consent for alterations to provide new church entrance
and church office with store at All Saints Church, Church View Hurworth
02/23 8 Alterations to provide new church entrance and church
office with store at All Saints Church, Church View Hurworth
02/246 Formation of access to C38 Croft road Hurworth at 3
Hurworth Road Hurworth Place
02/2 59 Removal of Holly and Oak Trees in Darlington
RDC Group Tree Preservation Order 1971 at Newbus Arms hotel Hurworth Road
(ii) That correspondence received in respect of planning decisions by Darlington Borough Council be noted
132. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT
RESOLVED That the following accounts be approved for payment:
£
I. Murphy Expenses
20.45
I. Murphy Salary — March ’02
294.49
T.Murray Salary —March’02
231.06
Inland Revenue Tax — March ‘02
148.06
Hurworth Community Centre Photocopying 19.00
Warrencraft Woodturning Fence repairs
189.77
Darlington Borough Council The Green Improvements
3482.11
Northern Electric & Gas Festive Lighting
31.30
Hurworth Community Centre Donation 1000.00
Darlington Borough Council Loan Repayment 2000.00
133. HIGHWAYS MATTERS
RESOLVED That the following matters be reported for action as necessary:
(i) Strait Lane —(end of bridge to Emerson Road) pot holes
(ii) A167 — Double bend sign
(iii) West End — barriers left — Northumbrian Water
(iv) Blands Corner Roundabout — road approach
markings
134. CASUAL VACANCY
The Clerk reported on the current position in that notices of the vacancy had been posted and that the necessary action would be taken after a fourteen day period. RESOLVED That the action be noted
135. DARLINGTON ASSOCIATION OF PARISH COUNCILS AND PARISH MEETINGS
The Clerk reminded members of the previously circulated letter in connection with the training session on planning matters arranged for Thursday 18th April 2002 at Darlington Town Hall commencing 7.00 pm.
136. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
(i) Proposed works programme for the rural area
(ii) Community News — Spring 2002
(iii) Vital Villages Newsletter
137. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
(i) Hurworth Grange Social Club — Transfer of Justices Licence
Minutes of the Meeting on Tues 12 March 2002
held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees .
Minutes of the proceedings of an Ordinary Meeting of Hurworth Parish Council, held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees, on Tuesday 12 March 2002
Present: J.A. Lawrie (Chairman), D.A. Bell, I. Black, H.C. Bullock, P. Foster, A.Gibson, Mrs G.M. Hepplewhite, D.R. McBeath, Mrs P.S. Miller, Mrs MR. Naylor, C.D.W. Pratt
In attendance: Councillor WJ{.R. Burtt (Darlington Borough Council) Sgt; Mark Ralphs (Durham Constabulary)
116. COUNCILLOR K THOMPSON
The Chairman reported-on the sudden death of Councillor
Thompson and asked that a letter of condolence be sent to his wife and
family.
117. MINUTES
RESOLVED (i) That the minutes of the last Meeting held
on Tuesday 15 February 2002 be approved as a true record and signed by
the Chairman
(ii) That the minutes of the Parish Transport
Committee held on February 2002 be received
118. MATTERS ARISING
(i) A167 road verges
(ii) Blands Roundabout — approach road markings
(iii) Flooding West
End
(iv) The Green improvement
works — imminent start
(v) Meeting with Hurworth School — rearrange
119. POLICE REPORT
Sergeant Ralphs was pleased to report that there had been no incidence of burglary this month. However there were three thefts from motor vehicles and two vehicles stolen. Following receipt of a letter from Hurworth Preparatory School a visit had been made and a leaflet drop undertaken in the vicinity of the school to report incidents. The air pistol problem reported the previous month was no longer there. Two youths had been spoken to in respect of disturbances. An incident was reported on the Friday evening of a crowd gathering near the football club gates however there was a police presence in the village on that night but no gathering had been witnessed.
120. PLANNING MATTERS
RESOLVED (i) That concern be expressed in respect of
the following matter:
02/80 Alterations to property comprising erection of
single storey extension to rear, two storey extension to side and new
ground floor bay window at 3 Hawkswood Hurworth Place
Concern — scale of extension relative to neighbouring
properties
(ii) That the following matters be received without comment:
02/1 20 Erection of two storey rear extension to dwelling
at 56 Hurworth Road Hurworth Place
02/169 Alterations and extensions to provide improved managers
accommodation including erection of a conservatory and first floor extension
at Newbus Arms Hotel, Hurworth Road, Neasham
02/ 170 Listed building consent for alterations and extension
to provide improved managers accommodation including erection of a conservatory
and first floor extension at Newbus Arms Hotel, Hurworth Road, Neasham
(iii) That correspondence received in respect of planning decisions by Darlington Borough Council be noted
121. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT
RESOLVED That the following accounts be approved for payment:.
£
I. Murphy Expenses
13.66
I. Murphy Salary — February ‘02 294.49
T. Murray Salary — February ‘02 231.06
Inland Revenue Tax — February ‘02 146.30
Hurworth Community Centre Photocopying 4.70
G L Veal Allotment maintenance 7.70
Warrencraft Woodturning Fence repairs 48.90
122. HIGHWAYS MATTERS
RESOLVED That the following matters be reported for action as necessary:
(i) Fence Fox Close amenity area
(ii) Fence — The Grange/Hunters Close amenity area
(iii) Pot holes — Hurworth Road(from The Grange)/Croft Road —inspection
(iv) Bay Horse/Garage gap — detergent damaging surface — ownership
(v) The Green - flooding
123. PARISH COUNCILS(MODEL CODE OF CONDUCT) ORDER 2001
The Clerk circulated a letter from Darlington Borough Council clarifying the procedure for adoption of the Code of Conduct and indicating arrangements made for training sessions
RESOLVED (i) That the Parish Councils (Model Code of
Conduct) Order200l be adopted with effect from 1 May 2002
(ii) That the problem for those not able to attend
programmed training sessions be raised with the Borough Council
124. JOINT MEETING WITH THE COMMUNITY CENTRE
REOLVED That as there were no items for discussion with the Hurworth Community Centre the matter be deferred to a future date
125. REQUESTS FOR DONATIONS
RESOLVED That the requests for donations from Durham Wildlife Trust and TheWinged Fellowship Trust be not approved
126. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
(i) Linden Court — trees
(ii) Newsletter — items to be proactive/message led
(iii) Bench seat donation - to be sited at Strait Lane
Minutes of the Meeting on Tues 12 February 2002
held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees .
Minutes of the proceedings of an Ordinary Meeting of Hurworth Parish Council, held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees, on Tuesday l2 February 2002
Present: J.A. Lawrie (Chairman), I. Black, H.C. Bullock, P. Foster, A. Gibson, Mrs G.M. Hepplewhite, Mrs P.S. Miller, Mrs M.R. Naylor, C.D.W. Pratt
Apologies: D. Bell, D.R.McBeath, K. Thompson, P.C. Lowe(Durham Constabulary)
In attendance: Councillor W.H.R. Burtt
104. MINUTES
RESOLVED That the Minutes of the last Meeting held on Tuesday 15 5 January 2002 be approved as a true record and signed by the Chairman
105. MATTERS ARISING
(i) Flooding West End — letter from Northumbrian Water
(ii) Flooding Hurworth Place
(iii) Arriva Bus Service new time-table
(iv) A66 — Blands Corner Roundabout — works commencing
106. POLICE REPORT
In the absence of P.C. Lowe a written report was presented indicating 13 reported crimes during the month as follows:
2 burglaries on l7 January
1 attempted burglary on 17 January
6 counts of damage
3 thefts
1 theft from motor vehicle There were also 3 counts
of youths causing annoyance
107. PLANNING MATTERS
RESOLVED (i) That the following matter be objected to
on the grounds stated:02/37 Erection of a first floor bedroom extension
and ground floor utility room
at 1 Mowbray Drive, Hurworth
Objection — Impact of gable end on neighbouring
property
(ii) That the following matters be received without
comment:
02/64 Conversion of redundant farm buildings to provide 3 no. dwellings(revised
scheme) at Roundhill Farm, Hurworth Moor
02/87 erection of first floor side and rear extension to dwelling
at 6 Grange Avenue Hurworth Place
(iii) That correspondence received in respect of planning decisions by Darlington Borough Council be noted
108. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT
RESOLVED That the following accounts be approved for payment:
£
I. Murphy Expenses 5.26
I. Murphy Salary-January ‘02 294.27
T. Murray Salary-January ‘02 231.06
Inland Revenue Tax- January ‘02 150.04
Hurworth Community Association Photocopying 30.80
Darlington Borough Council Christmas Tree Lights
Erection 244.72
Durham Association Parish Councils Affiliation Fees 2002/2003
144.30
Durham County Tidy Village Comp. Donation
10.00
109. HIGHWAY MATTERS
RESOLVED That the following matters be reported for action as necessary:
(i) State of verges on A167
(ii) Pot holes (i) Roundhill Road (ii) The Green (opposite no.
29)
110. DURHAM COUNTY TIDY VILLAGE COMPETITION 2002
RESOLVED That formal entries be made on behalf of Hurworth and Hurworth Place to the Durham County Tidy Village Competition 2002 and that a donation of £10 be made towards administrative costs
111. COMPUTER REPLACEMENT
The Clerk of the Council presented a report on the replacement
of the existing computer which was no longer serviceable. The options
together with the Council’s policy on Internet were considered.
RESOLVED That the quotation from Darlington Borough
Council for the purchase of a Dell Inspiron 2500 Notebook and Epson Stylus
C4OSX printer in the sum of £1051 .60 (excluding VAT) be accepted
112. THE GRANGE DRIVEWAY
A verbal report was presented
by J.A. Lawrie on the current situation in respect of The
Grange Driveway indicating that estimates were currently being prepared
by
Darlington Borough Council prior to a submission
to County Durham Environmental Trust for a grant
award. Temporary repairs had been undertaken to
resolve the immediate problem of potholes.
RESOLVED That the report be received
113. PARISH COUNCILS (MODEL CODE OF CONDUCT) ORDER 2001
A copy of the Parish Councils (Model Code of Conduct)
Order 2001 had been circulated to all Councilors indicating the requirements
to provide information as a prerequisite to sitting as a Councillor. The
Clerk of the Council further reported on correspondence from Darlington
Borough Council as to the adoption of the Order and the arrangements for
training prior to adoption.
RESOLVED That the adoption of the Parish Councils
(Mode of Conduct) Order be in accordance with the recommendations of Darlington
Borough Council and that arrangements be made for relevant training
114. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
a. Durham Association of Parish & Town Councils Executive
Committee Minutes 5 December 2001
b. Darlington Association of Parish Councils and Parish Meetings
— Meeting 5 March 2002
115. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
c. Bench seat — donation —Location to be considered by P. Foster
d. Queens Golden Jubilee — (i) Union Jack to be erected on The
Green
e. Hurworth Concert Band performance 2 June 2002
f. Meeting with Headmaster and Chairman of Governors Hurworth
Comprehensive School — J.A. Lawrie and A. Gibson to attend on date to
be arranged
g. Caravans long term parking Croft Working Men’s Club
Minutes of the Meeting on Tues 15 January 2002
held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-on-Tees .
Minutes of the proceedings of an Ordinary Meeting of Hurworth Parish Council, held at Hurworth Grange, Hurworth-On-Tees l5th January 2002.
Present Mrs G. M. Hepplewhite (Chairman), I. Black, H. C.
Bullock, P. Foster. D. R. McBeath. Mrs P.S. Miller, Mrs M. R. Naylor,
C. D. W. Pratt; K. H. Thompson.
Apologies A. Gibson, J. A. Lawrie, Councillor W. H. R. Burtt.
In attendance P. C. Lowe (Durham Constabulary) , Mrs
Jean Kendall (Parish Transport Scheme)
92. CASUAL VACANCY.
The Clerk reported that confirmation had been received
in respect of Mr D. A. Bell’s inclusion on the electoral register and
consequently he was eligible to be considered for cooption to the Council.
93. MINUTES
RESOLVED That the Minutes of the last meeting
held on Tuesday 11 December 2001 be approved as a true record and signed
by the chairman
94. MATTERS ARISING
(i) Free paper deliveries — action taken
(ii) Blands
Corner roundabout — direction signs and road markings to commence January
2002
(iii) Arriva bus service — new timetable — investigate.
95. POLICE REPORT
Two thefts from motor vehicles, but on the 10th – 11th
December there were 6 dwelling house burglaries which appeared to have
been travelling criminals from the Teesside area. Again everyone asked
to be vigilant and to report any thing suspicious no matter how trivial.
Small items add up to give a bigger picture. Security within home essential
and timer lights should be used to indicate presence.
96. PLANNING MATTERS
RESOLVED (i) That the following matter be objected to
on the grounds stated:
01/880 Erection of 20m lattice mast with six antennae
and two dishes together with the associated equipment and cabin fencing
at Field No. 7400 Hurworth Moor
Objection:- Visual intrusion
(ii) That the following matter be received without comment:
01/854 Replacement of
flat roof with new pitched roof at 28 Friars Pardon Hurworth
(iii) That correspondence received in respect of planning decisions by Darlington Borough Council be noted.
97. ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT
RESOLVED (i) that the following accounts be approved for payment
£
I. Murphy Expenses 16.08
I. Murphy Salary(Dec’01) 294.49
T. Murray Salary(Dec’01) 241.06
Inland Revenue Income Tax/NI(Dec’01)
151.14
Hurworth Community Assoc. Photocopying
28.56
British Telecom Phone Rental/Calls
61.78
Rennyco Ltd Security Fencing
55.00
98. HIGHWAY MATTERS
RESOLVED That the following matters be reported for
action as necessary
(i) Strait Lane — missing signs 2x “30mph”; “Hurworth”
location sign requires cleaning
(ii) The Grange Access Driveway — item for next meeting
(iii) Gullys Blind Lane and West End areas — update required from
Northumbrian Water
99. PARISH TRANSPORT SCHEME
The Clerk of the Council referred to the report
previously circulated giving the results of the survey (see file) indicating
the level of demand and support or otherwise for the proposed scheme.
Clarification in respect of those indicating a desire for the service from Rockliffe Court was given by Mrs Jean Kendall.
RESOLVED (i) that the report be received and that a
committee be established to determine the criteria for inclusion within
the scheme and the logistics of the operation.
(ii) The composition of the committee be as follows:
P. Foster, D. R. McBeath, Mrs M. R Naylor, K.
H. Thompson and Mrs J. Kendall
(iii) That the Clerk of the Council be authorised to make
an appropriate response to the letter received objecting to the scheme
100. DRAFT ANNUAL ESTIMATES 2002/2003
The Clerk of the Council presented a report showing the
basic spending requirements for 2002/2003 including
those approved at the special Council meeting of 4th December
2001
RESOLVED That the report be approved and that a precept of £6,249 be made on the Borough Council for the 2002/2003 financial year.
101. QUALITY PARISH AND TOWN COUNCILS
The Clerk of the Council gave a verbal report on the
seminar attended by The Chairman J. A.Lawrie and
himself on 15 December 2001 and made reference to the consultation paper
on
Quality Parish & town Councils previously
circulated
RESOLVED (i) that the report on the seminar be noted
(ii) That the consultation paper be received
102. ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
(i) County Durham Partnership News
103. ANY OTHER BUSINESS
(i) Fireworks over New Year Holiday period
(ii) Holocaust Memorial Day
(iii) Simple Guide for the Community about Islam
and Other activities for the Family
(iv) National Association of Local Councils Corporate
Plan
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