Rushden and Wallington Parish Council
MINUTES OF THE MEETING
HELD ON 15th SEPTEMBER 2014
15th September 2014
Present: Kate Heath (Chair), Chris Garrett, Linda Hill, Tony Hunter (County Councillor), Steve Jarvis (District Councillor), Marian Messenger (Clerk)
Apologies: Sue Bradbury, Frank Randall
The minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 19th May 2014 were read. One alteration was made – the addition of ‘and Wallington’ to the title. The minutes were then agreed.
Matters arising from the minutes:
Land in Wallington
Search results from the Highways Department seem to show that the layby is maintained by the council. Tony Hunter will ask Highways to confirm the situation. It was agreed that this confirmation is needed, in writing, before any final decision is made. Once this decision is finalised there may need to be an extra meeting to progress this issue.
Drains
Tony Hunter gave an update. The council is running late with this work. However, he confirmed that the work is in the system and will be carried out in this financial year.
Chris Garrett reported an extra problem to those already known. Dustcarts have demolished retaining walls which hold up a bridge across the River Beane. Tony will look into this and inform the PC members of his findings.
Rushden Village Noticeboard
A quote had been obtained but it was not suitable. After some discussion about the size and quality of the board required, Chris agreed to get further quotes. Both Steve and Tony stated that money could be made available from their budgets.
Adoption of telephone boxes
It was agreed to approve the agreement. The issue of what happens if BT decide to disconnect the electricity supply needs to be resolved. A replacement bulb is needed for Rushden box. Chris and Linda agreed to pursue this. Wallington box needs painting.
Speed Limit in Wallington
Nothing has been done on this issue but it is still intended that a survey of Wallington residents will be carried out.
Agenda Items:
Footpath 22
The residents of Kit’s Lane are concerned about the footpath which crosses their front gardens. They may try to get the route diverted. Kate has arranged a meeting between the residents and two people from the Footpath Department to discuss the options.
District Councillor’s Report:
Steve reported that the Local Plan appears to be making progress again. House numbers for Luton have not yet been resolved. There is to be a consultation in December / January, then a formal draft will be produced later in 2015
County Councillor’s Report:
Tony stated that salt will be freely available again this winter. He also stated that work on the road from the A505 to Rushden is in the Integrated Works Programme and will come out of the general Highways Budget.
Any Other Business:
Kate pointed out that induction for the new Clerk needs to be arranged with Sue as soon as possible. Kate will liaise with Marian about this.
Date of next meeting
Monday 12th January 2015, 8pm at Rushden
Meeting closed at 9.10pm