Richard Woodhouse is MGWSP Area Manager for Corby with responsibility for highway maintenance. He outlined his plans for the area taking into account village concerns. He will keep Parish Council informed as to specific tasks to be undertaken in Gretton. Various members of the public raised concerns; Richard will take note of all and plan his programme accordingly. Richard was thanked for his attendance and contact details were exchanged.

Chairman reminded councillors to declare an interest where appropriate.

The Minutes of the Meeting on 13th October were accepted as a true record and duly signed.

Matters Arising:-

The village tidy up will now start on 22nd November with leaflets delivered to each house. Packs have been ordered from Keep Britain Tidy - full bags will come to the Village Hall and be collected by Corby BC.

Julie Chester (CPSO) reported on her crime prevention duties in the Parish. In addition, prevention of anti-social activities such as speeding, uncontrolled parking and dog fouling are part of her duties. She asked villagers to be aware of vulnerable people relating to distraction burglaries.

There is a Community Safety Fun Day at Weldon on Saturday 29th November.

The nuisance activities of a Subaru driver in Hatton Lane were discussed.

Report from County Councillor:-

Stan Heggs drew attention to a road safety hazard in Gretton Brook Road involving heavy vehicles backing out of the industrial areas often with insufficient lights after dark.

Report from Borough Councillor:-

Terri Meechan reported that a new Junior Councillor had been voted in by Gretton School. Details will be obtained and the successful candidate invited to the next meeting.

Gretton Youth Club will benefit from cash from Terri's Councillor Fund.

Jake Villette (Junior Councillor) reported that dog fouling was still a menace to young people. Posters to be obtained for display around the village.

Correspondence:-

Emails sent to Corby Planning and Steve Rainbow, requesting a quote on tree work

The Rural Area Forum is rescheduled for 22nd January 2009

Circulation:-

PC Minutes from Cottingham, Middleton and E. Carlton.

Corby BC Agenda for 23rd October

CPRE Voice Magazine

NALC Journal

Clerks & Councils DIRECT Magazine

Northants ACRE Report and Accounts & Village Viewpoint Magazine.

Corby Heritage Newsletter

Planning:-

Old Barn House, 74, High Street. Marshall Ferguson and Matthew Moore registered interest

08/00379/DPA & 08/00380/LBC Extension and conversion of stable into meeting room/office alongside the Buckworth Barn complex.

Discussion centred around parking and various other matters. No objections

 

Retrospective Consents:-

08/00506/DPA Erection of timber building for use as a workshop/store

08/00488/LBC Erection of wireless Broadband aerial

No objections

 

08/00501/DPA Conversion of outbuildings into annex to main dwelling - 34, High Street

Access and parking in a confined space are issues. No objections

 

08/00516/DPA Erection of one dwelling and parking to side alongside 1, Hatton Lane

Andy Royle declared interest.

This is a resubmitted application which is similar to previous and aroused residents objections at the time ie a large development for the size of the site; poor access and egress issues; too close to the road. Report to go to Corby Planners.

Finance:-

BDO Stoy Hayward drew attention to a recommended increase in the Fidelity Bond from £10,000 to £20,000. Clerk to pursue with insurers.

Any Other Business:-

Street lights requiring attention on Fulwell Avenue and Clay Lane. Repairs are underway by Corby BC. Situation to be monitored.

The wall on the corner of Kirby Road and High Street has been hit by a lorry. The information has been passed to Phil Beckett (CPSO)

Conifers by the new cemetery require attention.

Corby BC Waste and Recycling lorries are experiencing difficulties accessing Hatton Lane due to parking.

The BC grit bins have not been filled.

Enquiries to be made to Corby BC about Tree Preservation courses for Parish Councillors.

Wheelie Bins left across driveways by BC employees are still causing nuisance.