The monthly meeting of the Parish
Council took place on Thursday 3rd November 2016 in the Village Hall.
Present: Cllr John Arnold (Chairman), Cllr Alan
Horton, Cllr Stephen Hunt, Cllr Gerry Lewin, Cllr Peter Masson, Cllr Louis
Newbery, Cllr Gary Rosewell, and Mrs Wendy Licence (Clerk).
Also present were Ward Member John
Wright and eleven members of the public.
Public Time
Concern was raised about a problem
with the lights in Chaffes Lane
Cllr Arnold said it has been
reported.
The Council was asked whether it
would make an allowance in the precept to employ a road sweeper as the village
is looking tacky.
Cllr Arnold said next year’s budget
is will be considered soon.
The Parish Council was informed the
Village Hall needs to raise £15,000 and was asked if the Parish Council make a
donation.
Cllr Arnold said a written request
needs to be made to the Council.
Concern was expressed about the new
litter bin in Oak Lane which is sited in such a way that it is difficult for a
disabled lady to use her mobility scooter on the footpath.
Cllr Arnold will look into this.
The Council was asked whether the
clearing up of the area of the Paddock behind Bradshaw Close will be
progressed.
Cllr Arnold said this will be
referred to the next meeting when Cllr Denny is back.
A complaint was made about the
problem of bonfires at the allotments which are causing a nuisance to residents.
Cllr Arnold said the matter is being
dealt with
The Council was questioned about the
problems in Holywell Lane. More caravans
have arrived and also a seven and a half ton lorry. Hedges have been cut down. There is raw sewerage going down the
road. Vehicles are causing a disturbance
at night time. All incidents have been reported.
Cllr Lewin said the area is under
surveillance.
A resident expressed concerns about
the planning application at Kaine Farm House and that there will be six
detached houses on agricultural land. Concern was raised about the volume of
traffic on the road.
Ward Councillor Wright reported he
had received major concerns from residents about articulated lorries making
deliveries in Chaffes Lane, the lorries block the road and the delivery drivers
are being abusive to residents. This has
been reported to the Police.
There have been several reports of
drunken Irishmen exposing themselves near Spade Lane; residents are urged to
report all incidents to the Police.
Ward Councillor Wright said he had
been at the Public Inquiry at Swale House for the appeal regarding the
Gladman’s development in Newington and gave evidence to the Inspector and was
questioned for one and a half hours.
KALC
Community Awards Scheme
Councillors agreed to participate in
the Awards again to acknowledge someone who has made a significant difference
to the village. Residents will be asked
to submit nominations for Councillors to consider.
Planning
i)
Ref:16/507425/FULL
Address: Land Rear of Kaine Farm House Breach Lane Upchurch
Kent ME9 7PH
Proposal: Demolition of 7 farm buildings and erection of 6
detached houses and garages, associated SUDS ponds, landscaping and wildlife
planting.
Councillors suggested that time should be given to allow
residents to respond to the application and it was agreed to defer
consideration to a Planning Committee meeting on Wednesday 16th
November at 7:30pm.
Cllr Lewin reported there will be a Swale Borough Council
Planning Committee meeting on 10 November and Jack Russell Place in Halstow
Lane is on the agenda. Officers have
recommended approval as it is for the extension of the family.
Cllr Rosewell was appointed to the Planning Committee.
Amenities
Bus
Shelter
There has been a slight delay installing the bus shelter and
there will be a photo call with County Councillor Mike Baldock when it is
installed.
Defibrillator
The second defibrillator will be installed at the Three
Sisters by kind permission of the landlord. When the defibrillator has been installed there will be an official
opening ceremony.
Paddock
The Paddock Project Group have raised money to buy a picnic
table and this will be ordered.
Recreation Ground
Councillors have accepted a quotation to install bollards
around the parking area and a gate. The work will commence as soon as possible
to prevent any damage to the playing field by cars.
Anti Social
Behaviour
The Council heard that PCSO John Cork has been investigating
suspected drug dealing in the area. The
Village Hall car park will be kept shut to keep cars out. PCSO Cork has been dealing with issues in
Holywell Lane.
Residents are
encouraged to report all any matters to the Police on 101.
Date of next meeting: Thursday 1st December 7:30pm. Venue TBC.
Wendy Licence
Clerk to the Parish Council
