Thursday, March 25 2010

Minutes March 2010

WEST WITTERING PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES of the Meeting of the Parish Council, held on Thursday, 4th March 2010 in the Sports Pavilion,Rookwood Road, West Wittering

PRESENT: Mr. R Hutton from Item 28(b) onwards, Mr. R Shrubb, (Vice Chairman) Mr. D Wright, Mr. K Smith, Mr. J Robertson, Mr. K. Martin, Mr. W Buckland, Mr T Tupper, Mr S. Colwell and 14 members of the Public. Cllr P Jones was also in attendance

23. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

None

24. DECLARATIONS UNDER THE CODE OF CONDUCT

Mr. Wright and, Mr. Martin declared an interest in the planning application for New Timbers, East Strand, and Mr. Colwell declared an interest in the application for Delta, East Strand. Mr. Tupper declared and interest in the application for 17, The Crescent.

25. PLANNING APPLICATIONS

Members considered the following planning applications and the meeting was opened to allow the public to address the Council. The decisions of the Council are set out below.

List No.5/10
WW/09/04862/DOM Myrtle Cottage 16,Rookwood Rd, West Wittering - Single storey ground floor rear and side extension with bedroom and ensuite above, to the rear. OBJECTION Over prominence in CA

WW/10/00055/DOM Seahorses Cakeham Road West Wittering – 2 storey rear extension, first floor side extension, single storey side extensions, first floor front extension, associated alterations. NO OBJECTION

WW/10/00076/DOM Pooh Corner 1 Marine Drive West, West Wittering – Demolition of existing greenhouse, Vinery, roof and front entrance link. Erection of garage extension, porch, utility link extension, outdoor store and new first floor extension to enable reversal of living accommodation. COMMENT re balcony overlooking neighbour

WW/10/00120/DOM 7 Russell Road West Wittering – Amendment to application no. WW/09/02784/DOM, involving the addition of a garage to the end of the approved extension on the south side. NO OBJECTION

List No.6/10
WW/10/00242/DOM 5 Royce Close West Wittering – Proposed first floor extension. NO OBJECTION

WW/10/00274/FUL Meadows Farm Piggery Hall Lane West Wittering – Extension to existing agricultural building to provide additional two loose boxes. COMMENT re untidy site and possible commercial use.

WW/10/00378/FUL Land At OS 9529 To The Rear Of Tanglewood Briar Avenue East Wittering – Erection of replacement workshop. OBJECTION re size, bulk and height, access and status of existing use and conditions.

WW/10/00441/ELD New Timbers East Strand West Wittering – Continued use of the site of the former residential dwelling known as ‘Lissmore’ as part of the curtilage of ‘New Timbers’. NO OBJECTION

WW/10/00436/DOM Delta East Strand West Wittering – Single storey extension with mezzanine room an undercroft, incorporating integral double garage, first floor bedroom extension, replacement of single storey garden stores with bedroom extension, minor additions/alterations to existing house, including replacement windows, extension to drive and hard landscaping. OBJECTION Contrary to VDS re spaces between properties

List No.7/10
WW/10/00296/DOM Rimini, 17 The Crescent West Wittering – Single storey extension. NO OBJECTION

List No.8/10
WW/10/00718/DOM 40 Marine Drive West Wittering – Resubmission of application 09/05026/DOM to include single storey garage extension. NO OBJECTION

26. PCSO REPORT

The Chairman opened the meeting to allow PCSO Rose Bainbridge to address the meeting. She reported that crime levels were generally low, and answered questions regarding the operation of the Speed Indicator Device (SID).

27. MINUTES

Subject to the minutes showing that Mr. Robertson was in attendance, the total in 19(d) reading £3916.83 and minute 17(n) recording that it was agreed that Mr. K Smith would act as deputy Liaison Officer, on a proposal by Mr. Martin, seconded by Mr. Robertson, the minutes were agreed by members and signed by the Chairman.

28. CLERKS REPORT

(a) Allotments

Mr. Tupper reported that the lock on one gate was broken and it was agreed to spend up to £40 to either replace or repair this padlock.As the proposed meeting with the Allotments Association had been cancelled it was agreed to rearrange this.

(b) Footpaths and Open Spaces.

Mr. Shrubb reported that the WSCC maintenance team would be visiting the Parish in the next 8 weeks. It was agreed to report any problems to Mr. Shrubb to coordinate the WSCC team, however it was noted that the footpath at the side of Atherstone House needed attention as it was so narrow.

The Clerk was asked to chase WSCC re the progress of the East/West cycle path.

Mr. Tupper reported that the Pavilion cleaner would be absent for a period of approx 6 weeks, and that the Football Club had offered to carry out the cleaning and litter picking in lieu of the quarters contribution that was outstanding. This was agreed by the Council.

(d) Snowhill

Mr. Shrubb reported on the meeting with the Beach Committee of the Sailing Club regarding beach maintenance. It was agreed that 1 load of shingle was required and this was approved by the Council.It was further noted that some posts and stakes needed replacing.Mr. Colwell agreed to research and report back to the Council regarding a policy for multi hulled craft moored on the Parish chain.

(e) Memorial Hall

No items to report.

(f) Village Green

Members noted from the recent tree survey that a dead horse chestnut required removal.

(g) Twinning.

Mr. Wright reported that the visitors would arrive for the anniversary celebration on the 1th and 14th May 2010.

(h) Web Site and Communication

No items to report.

(i) Footway Lighting

Members noted the new agreement in respect of the arrangements for the PFI. On a proposal by Mr. Martin, seconded by Mr. Smith, it was agreed to sign the legal agreement.

(j) Pag/Head Coastal Strategy

Mr. Robertson reported following the meeting with the Environment Agency on 18th February 2010.He reported that the EA has funds for an appraisal for the options to prevent flooding/provide defences. The options are expected to be presented in April 2010, with consultation commencing June to September 2010.

(k) Emergency Planning

Mr. Smith reported that work collating information was still progressing.

29. CORRESPONDENCE

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

(a) Pound Rd

Members noted a further letter regarding parking in Pound Rd.

(b) Seat Snowhill

Members noted a request for a family memorial seat on Snowhill. It was agreed that the Working Party would look again to see if any suitable sites could be identified. Mr. Wright reported that some residents of Roman Landing would not wish to see any more seats on Snowhill.

30. FINANCE

(a) Balances at 26/2/2010 per bank statement£ 90,279.54

(b) Accounts for payment as listed in the Clerks report plus additional payments were approved by the Council at the meeting as follows; £

(i) Mrs. J Brown Clerks Salary and mileage – £2,698.50
(ii) S. Dobbin Budget Monitoring Fee – £300.00
(iii) Mrs. J Brown Computer refiguring and software – £150.00
(iv)Viking Direct Stationery – £10.59
(v) Viking Direct New Printer – £152.21
(vi) J. Kenward Cleaning/Bus shelters – £1,302.00
(vii) J Hamper Potts Litter picking – £49.00
(viii) SEC Pavilion – £581.38

Total £5,243.68

(c) On a proposal by Mr. Tupper, seconded by Mr. Buckland, payment of the above accounts was authorised by the Parish Council.

31. OTHER ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION

(a) South Chichester CLC Meeting

Mr. Martin reported that the issue of the TRO for Pound Rd and for Rookwood Rd had been raised. He confirmed that WSCC recognized the Parish Councils concerns over potential objections holding up the Rookwood Rd scheme and agreed that he would not allow objections to the Pound Rd order to hold up the Rookwood Rd one.

(b) Peninsular Forum

Members noted that the CDC’s Local Development Framework programme had slipped. Mr. Robertson outlined the Coastal change funding from Defra which would fund research into Integrated Coastal Zone Management and the Coastal Defence Strategy.

Members expressed concern over the potholes and trip hazards on Pound Rd and the Clerk was asked to report this again to WSCC. Further potholes and areas where the road surface was dangerous were reported.

(d) Blown sand on West Wittering beachfront

Mr. Wright reported on the sand which is overtopping the beach preventing access to beach huts. It was noted that West Wittering Estates were aware of the problem and had a license to remove a certain amount of sand. Mr. Robertson reported that the next meeting of the East Head Coastal Advisory Group would be looking at sand movement in relation to erosion.

32. OPEN FORUM

Mr. Stafford reported a broken footpath sign.

There being no further business for discussion the meeting closed at 9.05pm.

Signed…………………….…Chairman Date……………………

The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held on Thursday 1st April 2010 in the West Wittering Sports Pavilion, Rookwood Rd.

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