Thursday, January 05 2006

Minutes January 2006

01/06
WEST WITTERING PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES of the Meeting of the Parish Council,
Held on Thursday, 5th January 2006 in the Sports Pavilion,
Rookwood Road, West Wittering
PRESENT: Mr. R. Hutton, (Chairman) Mr. R. Shrubb, (Vice Chairman), Mr. R. Holmes, Mr. T. Tupper, Mr. D. Wright, Mr. J. Robertson, Mrs. J. Harper, Mr. Hopson from item 7© onwards and 7 members of the Public. Cllr Daws Chew and Cllr Taff Davies also in attendance.

1. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
Mr. W.Buckland

2. MINUTES
On a proposal by Mr. Robertson seconded by Mr. Tupper, minutes were agreed and signed by the Chairman.

3. DECLARATION OF INTEREST (CODE OF CONDUCT)
Mr. Shrubb declared his interest in the item concerning Scotts Farm and Mr. Robertson declared his interest in the planning application for Rowans.

4. CLERKS REPORT AND ACTION LIST PROGRESS
(a) Allotments
Mrs. Harper reported that all plots were let and the trees from the Nursery had been planted. Mr. Wright stated that the fence would be erected on 12th January 2006.
(b) Footpaths and Open Spaces.
There were no items to report.
(c) Sportsfield Management
Mr. Tupper reported that the outstanding works to the Pavilion needed completing, although most defects had now been resolved. Mr. Hutton reported he was due to meet the Architect on 24th January 2006 and agreed to do a final check with Mr. Tupper. Members noted the quote for the new entrance gate.
Mr. Tupper reported on the negotiations with the Football Club regarding their contribution to energy costs. He proposed that the Football Club be asked for £1200 this year, rising to £1300 in 2006/2007 payable quarterly. The Camera Club would be £50 this year and £55 next year. This was seconded by Mr. Holmes and members agreed.
(d) Snowhill
Mr. Shrubb reported that he had met Mr. Couchman of the Harbour Conservancy who will be dealing with the dead elms and re planting in the copse. Members discussed the situation regarding the gabions, which may need replacing rather than repairing sooner rather than later.
It was also agreed that the track would be repaired in the Spring.
(e) Memorial Hall
Mr. Holmes reported that the Christmas tree was well received.
(f) F&GP
Members noted the new dates for 2006 and the date for the budget meeting on 16th January.
(g) Village Green
Members noted that the trees and hedges had been cut, and Mrs. Harper requested a further 12 tree guards.
(h) Village Design Statement
Mr. Robertson reported that the group was making progress with the draft and the next meeting with Ms Blamire would be held on 23rd January to advise on planning issues.
Twinning Committee
Mr. Wright has attended the last meeting. A request for grant had been received with copies of the up to date accounts. On a proposal by Mr. Hutton, seconded by Mr. Wright, it was agreed to award grant of £200.

5. CORRESPONDENCE
Members noted that items as listed in the Clerks report had been circulated.
(a) Verges, Chapel Lane
The Clerk reported details from District Councillor Taff Davies concerning damage to verges and blocked ditches. It was agreed to forward this to the Area Highway Office.
(b) Webb’s Land – Footway Cakeham Road
The Clerk reported a positive supportive response from the Directors. It was agreed to write to WSCC.

6. FINANCE
(a) Balances at 28th December 2005 were £42366.54
(b) Additional accounts were passed for payment as follows; £
(i) B. Holben Lights 24.00
(ii) BT Office telephone 88.98
112.98
(c) On a proposal by Mr. Holmes, and seconded by Mrs. Harper, payment was authorised as follows;
(i) Clerks Report 566.42
(ii) Items above 112.98
(iii) Total 679.40

7. PLANNING
(a) Members noted that planning decision lists had been circulated.
(b) Land at Scotts Farm, Cakeham Road
Members noted that an item regarding enforcement would be considered by the Executive Board for inclusion at the Development Control Committee meeting on 1st February.
(c) Land at Omega
Members noted that the 28 day period for compliance had lapsed, so it was agreed to find out the next step.
(d) Members noted the decision of the Planning Working party were as follows;
(e) List No.46/05 WW/05/04183/DOM Alteration to roof and side
extension, Fairacre,
The Byway,
NO OBJECTION
List No. 47/05 WW/05/04304/FUL Detached house and
garage, Land north of
32, Locksash Close
OBJECTION
overdevelopment
WW/05/04354/DOM Replace shed with log
cabin, Smugglers,
Pound Road,
NO OBJECTION
List No.48/05 WW/05/04412/DOM Single storey extension
Berry Barn Cottage,
Berry Lane,
NO OBJECTION
WW/05/04432/DOM Single storey extension,
69, Marine Drive,
NO OBJECTION
WW/05/04468/FUL Replace redundant farm
building to form holiday
home, Rookwood Farm
Barn, Rookwood Lane,
NO OBJECTION
List No.49/05 WW/05/04510/DOM Alterations and extension
Brook House, Pound Rd
NO OBJECTION
WW/05/04514/DOM Single storey rear
extension, 29, Howard
Ave,
NO OBJECTION
List No.50/05 NONE
List No. 51/05 WW/05/04683/DOM Extension to south side,
pitched roof, 2 dormers
Car port, Rowans, The
Byeway,
NO OBJECTION

8. OTHER ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
(a) Witterings Business Partnership
Mr. Shrubb reported that this new group would meet on 9th January 2006. Mr. Tupper agreed to attend the meeting on behalf of the Parish.
(b) Web Site
Mr. Robertson reminded members that they needed to send a short paragraph about themselves to
the Clerk for inclusion on the Council’s web site.
© Highways
A number of highway matters were reported and the Clerk was requested to pass these on to the
Area Office. Mr. Robertson reported that a delegation supporting the northern bypass option for
the A27 would be meeting the Chichester Business Group.
(d) Rail Service
Mr., Tupper reported details of changes to the services provided to the south, and he had further
information for those interested.

9. OPEN FORUM
Mr. Tayler enquired about the situation regarding Community Wardens, and Taff Davies reported that the East Head Strategy was now due in May 2006. Martin Daws Chew reminded members of the need to continue to support the defence of East Head because of concern over tidal rise.

There being no further business for discussion, the meeting closed at 8.35pm.