Thursday, January 10 2008

Minutes January 2008

1/08
WEST WITTERING PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES of the Meeting of the Parish Council,
Held on Thursday, 10th January 2008 in the Sports Pavilion,
Rookwood Road, West Wittering
PRESENT: Mr. R. Hutton (Chairman) Mr. R. Shrubb, (Vice Chairman), Mr. W. Buckland, Mr. K.Martin, Mr. T. Tupper, Mr. D. Wright, Mr. S. Colwell, Mr. D. Hopson, Mr. J. Robertson and 3 members of the Public. Cllrs Monteyn, Daws Chew and Jones were also in attendance.

1. MR. S. COLWELL
The Chairman welcomed Mr. S. Colwell to the Parish Council, following his election.

2. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
None

3. CODE OF CONDUCT
Mr. R. Shrubb declared his interest in the item concerning Scotts Farm caravan site.

4. MINUTES
On a proposal by Mr. Martin, seconded by Mr. Shrubb, the minutes were signed as a true and correct record.

5. CLERKS REPORT AND ACTION LIST PROGRESS
(a) Allotments
There were no items to report; Mr Colwell agreed to become a member of the Working Party.
(b) Footpaths and Open Spaces.
Mr. Shrubb reported that the WSCC team had not yet carried out its visit. Mr. Buckland reported that the sign post on FP15 at Scotts had been vandalised.
(c) Sportsfield and Pavilion Management
Mr. Tupper reported that the doors had been fully serviced and repaired. He proposed a regular maintenance contract be entered into. This was seconded by Mr. Martin and members agreed.
(d) Snowhill
Mr. Shrubb reported that the time was approaching for beach replenishment and that the Parish Council would consider contributing to the cost. Mr. Martin agreed to remind the working party to contact the parish Council to discuss. It was noted that one of the posts on the new byelaw sign needed replacing. Following discussion regarding the use of the track it was agreed that at least 2 members of the parish Council would need to give permission for large vehicles to use it.
(e) Memorial Hall
No items to report. The Clerk was requested to thank WWSC for the Christmas tree.
(f) F&GP
Members noted the next meeting would be on Monday 11th February 2008.
(g) Village Green
No items.
(h) Parish Plan
No items.
(i) Twinning.
Mr. Wright reported that the recent visit from Moutiers had been a success.
(j) Web Site
Mr. Martin reported that the working party had made progress. Mr. Hopson would delegate editing function to members in the Councillor area of the site. On a proposal by Mr. Shrubb seconded by Mr. Hutton it was agreed to register the site for data protection purposes. Further information would be made available to members at the next F&GP meeting.
(k) Footway Lighting
Mr. Martin queried the recent report of footway lights needing repair.
(l) Pag/Head Coastal Strategy
Mr. Shrubb reported that the Working Group had met on 7/01/2008. The proposed draft CDS was discussed at length. Many amendments were included and it was hoped the public consultation would commence April 2008. It was also proposed that this working group would form a management group consisting of stakeholders, requiring a funding – cost £400-£500 p.a

6. CORRESPONDENCE
Members noted that items as listed in the Clerks report had been circulated.

7. FINANCE
(a) Balances at 3/01/08 were £ 74,053.37
(b) Accounts as listed in the Clerks report plus additional payments approved at the meeting were authorised as follows;
£
(i) Mrs J. Brown Arrears of Salary and telephone rental 233.12
(ii) J. Hamper Potts Litter picking 98.00
(iii) CDC Uncontested election costs 271.02
(iv) CDC Paladin hire 123.73
(v) British Gas Pavilion 4.20
(vi) Southern Electric Lighting 180.32
(vii) Wicks Farm Mowing 165.68
(viii) P. Metcalfe Electrical works 90.00
(ix) Lockmasters Pavilion doors 322.69
(x) Stearns Materials 10.26
1499.02

(c) On a proposal by Mr. Tupper, and seconded by Mr. Buckland, payment of the above accounts was authorised by the Parish Council.
(d) Budget 2008/09
Mr. Shrubb circulated the budget working papers. On a proposal by Mr. Martin, seconded by Mr. Colwell the precept for 2008/09 was agreed at £58886

9. PLANNING
(a) Members noted that planning decision lists had been circulated.
(b) Scotts Farm
Members noted that 3 breach of condition notices had been served on the owner.
(c) Members noted the decision of the Planning Working party which had met before this meeting was as follows;
List No.49/07 WW/07/05691/DOM St Christophers West Strand West Wittering
Proposed alterations to conservatory with balcony over and rear kitchen addition.
NO OBJECTION
WW/07/05711/DOM Dorricot 8 Russell Road West Wittering
New conservatory
NO OBJECTION
WW/07/05723/FUL Iwanasta 33 The Crescent West Wittering Chichester
Demolition of existing bungalow and garage and provision of new chalet bungalow and garage.
NO OBJECTION
WW/07/05733/DOM Argentea Roman Landing West Wittering
Removal of concrete garage and summer house. Construction of oak framed garden room with ancillary storage.
COMMENT RE CONDITION – SEPARATE UNIT OF ACCOMODATION
List No.50/07 NONE
List No.51/07 WW/07/05359/FUL Pippins Acre Street West Wittering
Construction of a Granny Annexe and guest accommodation on the site of an existing lodge or garden-room.
OBJECTION – PLANS SHOW SEPARATE UNIT OF ACCOMMODATION
WW/07/05867/DOM 14 Elmstead Park Road West Wittering
Double hipped Georgian style conservatory.
NO OBJECTION
WW/07/05887/DOM Bramber Nurseries Chichester Road West Wittering
Proposed replacement garaging and new drive.
NO OBJECTION
WW/07/05950/DOM 29 Marine Drive West Wittering Chichester
Substitution of Cedar cladding in lieu of painted render approved under application 07/00175/DOM. Minor fenestration changes.
NO OBJECTION
WW/07/05980/DOM Bright House 2 Chaucer Drive West Wittering
Rear extension. Conversion of garage/store and office into living space. Hipped roof to rear extension.
NO OBJECTION
WW/07/06000/FUL 35 Marine Close West Wittering
Demolition and removal of existing dwelling and construction of replacement dwelling and associated landscaping.
OBJECTION – MASS AND HEIGHT, UNNEIGHBOURLY
List No. 01/08 WW/07/06015/DOM Sea Haze 21 Marine Drive West, West Wittering
Ground and first floor extensions (including provision of solar energy panels)
COMMENT RE HEIGHT,SOLAR PANELS
AND CHIMNEY POSITION
WW/07/06044/PLD 32 Howard Avenue West Wittering
Dormer window and cropped hip and gable extension and kitchen extension.
COMMENT – FULL APPLICATION REQUIRED

10. OTHER ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
(a) Risk Assessment – Trees
Members discussed the need for a risk assessment for trees owned by the Parish Council. The Clerk was requested to make enquiries regarding suitable contractors for this service.
(b) Litter – Marine Drive Car Park
Mr. Martin reported that there was a large amount of litter around the perimeter fence at Marine Drive Car Park. It was agreed to report this to CDC.
(b) Highways
Members noted several issues which needed reporting to WSCC. in particular the damaged bollards in Piggery Hall Lane and drainage problems at Jerusalem Bottom.

11. OPEN FORUM
Mr. Tayler asked the parish Council if it had made provision in its budget for a parish newsletter.
There were no questions from the public, therefore, there being no further business for discussion, the meeting closed at 9.10pm.