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Council 7th September 2010

WALKINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
7TH SEPTEMBER 2010
VILLAGE HALL, WALKINGTON

Present: Councillors D Drew (Chairman), Mrs C Acum, C. Dixon, J. Drew, N Dunning,
K. Hearne and Mrs V. Swann.
Also present: J Smith (Clerk)
Apologies for absence were submitted from Councillors Mrs H Hird, Johnson, Southern and
Thomson and Ward Councillor Pollard.
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116. DECLARATIONS OF INTERESTS – Councillor Dunning declared an interest in the item
relating to Walkington School Hall Management Committee as a representative appointed by
the Council (Minute 147 refers).

117. CHAIRMAN'S ANNOUNCEMENTS - The Chairman had no announcements.

118. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – There were no items
119. MINUTES - Resolved – That subject to the deletion of the words “Across Allotments” in
the heading of Minute 85, the minutes of the meeting of the Council held on 6th July 2010
having been printed and previously circulated be approved as a correct record and signed by
the Chairman.
MATTERS ARISING
120. Humberside Fire Service Town and Parish Engagement – Further to Minute 76 it was
reported that it had been agreed with Mr P Drury, Consultation and Engagement Officer,
Humberside Fire and Rescue Service that he would look to attend the next meeting in October
2010 to update Members.
Resolved – That the information be noted
121. Application for Financial Assistance – Walkington Playing Field Association –
Further to Minute 78 it was reported that no decision had yet been taken on the grant
application to the Parish Council as no further information was yet available from the
Association as to the funding shortfall following the Association’s application to the Sherwood
and Waudby Charity. Councillor Acum confirmed that an application had been submitted to the
Charity and was awaiting a meeting of the trustees.
Resolved – That the information be noted
122. Tree and Hedge Maintenance – Further to Minute 84 the Chairman confirmed that
Mr Wright would carry out the work in the near future.
Resolved – That the report be noted
123. New Sign on Right of Way to Mill Cottage, Mill Lane – Further to Minute 85 it was
reported that the previous minute had caused some confusion in the village as it had incorrectly
suggested that there was a right of way across the allotments to Mill Cottage when in fact the
Minute should have referred only to that section of Public Footpath towards Mill Cottage which
was a cul-de-sac section with no way through and which was sign posted as a cul-de-sac.
Resolved – That the report be noted
124. Broadgates Playing Field – Maintenance of the Ditch – Further to Minute 86 the
latest response from East Riding Council was submitted indicating that at the time of the original
survey in late 2009/early 2010 some debris/fly tipped litter was noted, and in addition a small
number of self seeded trees and areas of thick brambles in the ditch. As the ditch fell under
riparian ownership the maintenance/removal of the debris would normally fall to the adjacent
landowners, however, on a non-prejudicial basis ERYC had funded the removal of the self
seeded trees, larger items of litter and thick undergrowth in the ditch along the full length of the
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ditch, not just adjacent to the playing fields. During the survey it also noted that the ditch bed
was level with the culverts located under the access ways, which indicated that there was not a
problem with sediment being deposited in the ditch, presumably due to the negligible volume of
water it carried, which would consist primarily of some run-off from the footpaths and possibly
the adjacent carriageway. The section of ditch adjacent to the playing fields was re-surveyed on
8th July 2010 when a very small amount of litter and some light vegetation that was
to be expected at that time of year was noted. As the terms of the lease transferred
maintenance responsibilities to the tenants from the land owner (ERYC), that meant that the
football club was responsible for removing litter from the ditch adjacent to land they lease.
However, nothing had been noted that would cause concern regarding the ability of the ditch to
operate effectively. Also there was no property level flooding recorded in that area as a result of
the June 2007 floods.
It was also reported, further to Minute 102, that the Community Pay Back Scheme had
recently visited the parish and had picked-up litter from the car park area adjacent to the ditch
and had also visited the other areas that had been suggested by the Parish Council. A Member
reported that a litter bin had been installed at the Bottle Bank site and queried when a waste bin
would be provided near Eastwood as had previously been agreed. It was reported that East
Riding Council had agreed to provide a waste bin near Eastwood but that the situation would be
checked.
Resolved – That the report be noted and East Riding Council be contacted regarding
the provision of a waste bin near Eastwood.
125. Red Yats Paddock – Condition of Tree – Further to Minute 109 the Chairman reported
that he had inspected the tree and that as it was dead he intended to ask Mr R Wright to add its
removal to the list of other tree works he would be carrying out (Minute 122 above refers). A
Member reminded the Parish Council that he had previously raised he need for ivy growing up
trees in Kirk Lane to be cut back as part of the works to be undertaken by Mr Wright.
Resolved – That the report be noted and that the issue mentioned be referred to
Mr R Wright.
126. Routine Matters - Siting of Satellite Dish on Albanwise Land – Further to Minute 114
Members discussed the siting of a satellite dish on land owned by Albanwise. Members also
commented that it appeared that some residents were dumping garden rubbish on the land.
Resolved – That a letter be sent to Albanwise asking whether they are aware of the
siting of a satellite dish and the dumping of garden rubbish on their land.

127. Routine Matters - Tree roots lifting pavement outside 33 Beech View – Further to
Minute 114 East Riding Council had indicated that some footway patching would be carried out
outside 37 and 45 Beech View to repair root damage but that no problems had been noted
outside 33 Beech View.
Resolved – That the report be noted
128. Routine Matters - Need for dropped kerb at the junction of All Hallows Road/Beech
View – Further to Minute 114 East Riding Council had requested clarification regarding the
suggested need for dropped kerbs at the All Hallows Road/Beech View junction and had
queried whether the Parish Council meant the junction of Autherd Garth/Beech View, as that
junction had already had dropped kerbs installed, as had all the junctions off All Hallows Road
and Autherd Garth.
Resolved – That the situation be looked at and discussed further at the next meeting.
129. COMMUNITY SAFETY MATTERS – Details of incident reports received from the Police
since the last meeting were submitted.
Resolved – That the report be noted

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EAST RIDING COUNCIL MATTERS:
130. Walkington Chicane – Results of Traffic Flow Surveys – Details were submitted of
the results of 2 surveys carried out by East Riding Council on 13th July 2010 monitoring traffic
flows at the chicane at the west end of the village. East Riding Council had stated that the
chicane was an integral part of the traffic calming in Walkington and was essential to reduce the
speed of traffic prior to the vertical traffic calming measures in the village, and that its removal
would result in high entry speeds and vehicles hitting the first hump at high speed causing
serious injury to occupants. With regard to road safety Members expressed concern that
vehicles working for Stoneledge often went through the village un-sheeted resulting in lumps of
chalking falling off the vehicles, particularly at roundabouts.
Resolved – (a) That the survey information be received, and (b) that the attention of the
Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) be drawn to the health and safety concerns
regarding the use of un-sheeted HGVs by Stoneledge.
131. ‘Making it Happen’ East Riding Local Development Framework Consultation - A
letter dated 4th August 2010 from East Riding Council was submitted setting out the next steps
following the recent consultation on the Local Development Framework.
Resolved – That the letter be received.
132. Flood Liaison Group – It was reported that the next meeting would be held on 23rd
September 2010 at 10.00am and that 1 representative was permitted.
Resolved – That Councillor Dunning will attend.
PLANNING APPLICATIONS:
133. Applications Received - Resolved - That the following comments be forwarded to East
Riding Council on the applications stated:
Application Comments
(1) Walkington Primary School, Crake No observations
Wells – To replace sections of 1.2m
red bow top fencing with 1.8m red top
bow fencing, and the installation of
bow top fencing on top of the wall to a
height of 1.8m to front elevation (ref
10/03260).
(2) 4 Teal Close – Erection of single No observations.
storey extension to front (ref
10/03551).
(3) Eastwood, Broadgates – Erection of No observations so long as it is in
conservatory (ref 10/035593). keeping with the existing property.

134. Comments submitted to Planning Authority since the last meeting - Resolved -
That the following comments submitted to East Riding Council following consultation with
Members on the application listed be noted:
Application Comments
(1) 19 Speedwell Lane - Extension to No observations
ground and first floor rear for disabled
facilities (Ref 10/03125).
(2) 14 Speedwell Lane - Construction of No observations.
dormer windows in roof at front and
rear (Ref 10/02486).
(3) 29 Manor House Lane - Erection of No observations.
single storey extension to side (Ref
10/02837).
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(4) Land west of 93 East End - (Ref (a) That the Parish Council object to the
10/02686) - Reserved Matters - access arrangements of this application
Erection of a dwelling and garage as set out below:
following outline planning permission 1. The proposed revised entrance to
09/03183 both the new house and existing
dwelling is considered to be
extremely wide. Part of the hedgerow
will be removed to allow a southerly
access to the driveway to the new
dwelling's garage at the rear of the
building. It was the Parish Council's
opinion that access to the new
dwelling was to be via the existing
drive and as such the significant
widening of the entrance is not
acceptable.
2. There is no other house in the main
street with a frontage as large as that
which is now proposed and as such
the proposed development will not be
in keeping with the village.
3. Safety concerns arising from potential
accidents due to vehicles reversing
on to a busy road, with an obstructed
view, just a short distance from the
traffic lights with approaching
vehicles being driven faster to pass
through the lights before they
change.
(b) that the Parish Council feel strongly
about this application and request that it
is referred to the Area Planning Sub-
Committee for determination.
(5) Costcutter, East End - Removal of 3 No observations.
existing facia signs and replace with 2
illuminated fascia signs, relocation of
non illuminated hanging/projecting
sign (Ref 10/02640).
(6) 29 Manor House Lane - Erection of No observations.
single storey extension to side (Ref
10/02837).
(7) Land west of 81 Court Oak, East End No observations but would comment that
– Erection of a dwelling and garage, traffic access may cause some
with associated means of access (Ref problems, so it could be that access can
10/02489). be achieved via the existing drive to 81.
(8) Beech View Playing Fields - Siting of No observations.
cabin in association with after school
club (Ref 10/02917).
(9) Costcutter, East End - Amended No observations.
description/plans - Removal of 3
existing facia signs and replace with 2
illuminated fascia signs, 1 non-
illuminated fascia sign and relocation
of non-illuminated hanging/projecting
sign (Ref 10/02640).

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135. Decisions Received – Resolved – That the decision of East Riding Council on the
applications set out below be noted:
Application Decision
(1) 29 Manor House Lane - Erection of Approved
single storey extension to side (Ref
10/02837).
(2) Costcutter, 19 East End – Installation Approved
of disabled ramp with railings and
replacement door to front (Ref
10/01193).
(3) Costcutter, East End - Amended Approved
description/plans - Removal of 3
existing facia signs and replace with 2
illuminated fascia signs, 1 non-
illuminated fascia sign and relocation
of non-illuminated hanging/projecting
sign (Ref 10/02640).
(4) The Dog and Duck Inn, 1 East End – Approved
Installation of new external doors and
internal alterations (Ref 10/01796).
TREES
136. Applications Received - Resolved - That the following comments be forwarded to East
Riding Council on the applications stated:
Application Comments
(1) 1 Lawson Close - to carry out a minor No observations
crown lift and crown thin 3 hornbeams
(Ref 10/60124).
(1) All Hallows Church, East End - to No observations
remove 1 Willow tree and prune
1 Lime tree (Ref 10/50185) &
10/60139/TPO
137. Comments submitted to East Riding Council since the last meeting - Resolved -
That the following comments submitted to East Riding Council following consultation with
Members on the application listed be noted:
Application Comments
(1) 1 Hayward Close – Felling and No observations
removal of a Sycamore tree (work
previously approved in 2004) ref
10/60086).
138. Decisions Received – Resolved – That the decision of East Riding Council on the
application set out below be noted:
Application Decision
(1) 1 Hayward Close – Felling and Approved
removal of a Sycamore tree (work
previously approved in 2004) ref
10/60086).

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139. PROPOSED RATHLIN ENERGY (UK) LTD 3D SEISMIC SURVEY - WALKINGTON
PARISH COUNCIL AREA – Notification had been received of a proposed seismic survey to be
carried out in the parish. Notice of the proposals had been published on the Council’s Notice
Boards. A copy of information and responses received from Rathlin Energy (UK) Ltd to
questions raised by Members seeking clarification of the proposals was submitted
Resolved – That the information be received.

140. COMMUNITY RIGHT TO BUILD – CONSULTATION - Resolved – That the information
be received.

141. EAST RIDING COUNCIL – LICENSING ACT 2003 – REVIEW OF STATEMENT OF
LICENSING POLICY – A letter dated 1st August 2010 from East Riding Council was submitted
inviting comments on a review of its Statement of Licensing Policy. The draft Statement had
been published on that Council’s website. Responses had to be submitted by 30th September
2010.
Members reported on complaints by residents regarding the noise disturbance arising
from loud music at an event in a marquee at The Barnhouse on 4th September 2010. Members
were reminded that on a previous occasion residents had been advised to report the matter to
the Licensing Section at East Riding Council and also to keep a log of any incidents. In terms of
the Statement of Licensing Policy it was suggested that perhaps the policy might need revising
so as to address a situation like The Barnhouse where loud music is played in a marquee in
close proximity to neighbouring residential properties in a rural village. The draft Statement
states:

“Prevention of Public Nuisance
4.24 The Licensing Authority will take an objective view as to the potential for
nuisance particularly where licensed premises are operating in close
proximity to residential properties.

Operating schedules should address the issue of potential nuisance.”

Resolved – (a) That East Riding Council be asked to review the Statement of Licensing
Policy (either in section 4.24 or elsewhere in the Statement), to reflect this Council’s views that it
is inappropriate for loud music to be played in a marquee in a confined residential area in a rural
village, and

(b) that an item be included in the Village Newsletter advising residents that if they experience
noise disturbance from licensed events in the village they should ring East Riding Council’s
Environmental Control Team, Public Protection Division (Tel: 01482 396301 during Office hours
or in an emergency out of hours Tel: 08457 887700. The Customer Service Centre operator will
take your details and pass them to a duty officer.), and also that hey should keep a log of such
incidents for future reference as that will help the Department to build up a case for possible
action.

142. BUDGET MONITORING REPORT 2010/11 – A report was submitted monitoring income
and expenditure against the approved budget for 2010/11.
Resolved – That the report be noted.

ACCOUNTS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT
143. Income - Resolved - That it be noted that no income had been received since the last
meeting of the Council.
144. Balances - Resolved – That it be noted that the bank balances at 13th August 2010
amounted to £35,657.13 but that did not take into account any expenditure committed from the
previous year or anticipated during the current year or the income reported at this meeting.

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145. Payment of Invoices - Resolved – (a) That the following payments be approved:
£
Pestarrest – Rodent control – pond 40.00
ERYC - Dog signs for playing field 30.00
Walkington Village Hall Committee – Hire charge 97.50
J. Smith – Salary 2nd quarter 1,150.37
HMRC – PAYE/NI (J Smith) 290.61
T Eling Landscapes and Garden services – Cutting parish public footpaths 317.25

MEETINGS OF OUTSIDE ORGANISATIONS:
146. Playing Field Association – Councillor Acum reported orally on matters relating to the
playing field.

Resolved – That the report be noted.

147. School Hall Management Committee – A copy of the list of lettings for the period 1st
April to 31st July 2010 and the apportionment of costs under the Joint Use Agreement was
submitted. The Clerk updated Members regarding the appointment of a Secretary to the School
Hall Management Committee.
Resolved – (a) That the apportionment of costs be noted, and (b) that a further update
regarding the appointment of a Secretary to the School Hall Management Committee be
provided at the next meeting.

148. Youth Club Committee – Councillor Swann reported orally on matters relating to the
Youth Club

Resolved – That the report be noted.

CORRESPONDENCE
149. Condition of Land adjoining 11 Saunders Lane – Correspondence was submitted
regarding the condition of land adjoining 11 Saunders Lane.

Resolved – That the Council consider that this is essentially a private matter between
the parties concerned and notes that the complainant has already written to the owners of the
land.

150. Appeal Re Wind Farm Development at Monkwith – Land south of Hogsea Lane,
Hilston (ref 09/2000) – Further to previous correspondence from Roos Parish Council it was
reported that in connection with the forthcoming appeal Parish Councils were being asked
whether they would support the following proposal:

“We strongly feel that this unprecedented number of wind farms in one small Parish of
Roos is totally unacceptable and planning permission should be refused.”

Resolved – That the Parish Council supports the above proposal.

151. Other Correspondence - Resolved – That the correspondence set out below be
received:
(a) East Riding of Yorkshire Council:
(i) Agenda for Standards Committee of 27th July 2010
(ii) Register of Electors – August/September 2010 Update
(iii) Parish News – August and September 2010
(iv) Detached Youth Team – Activities Update
(v) Beverley Local Action Team – Minutes 12th July 2010 and Agenda for 9th
September 2010
(vi) Salt Bins – Review of Re-fill Charges
(vii) Beverley Neighbourhood Action Team – Agenda for 8th September 2010.

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(viii) Bus stop improvements – replacement signposts
(b) Humberside Police – Streetbeat – Newsletter July 2010
(c) Humberside Police Authority Newsletter August 2010
(d) Society of Local Council Clerks – The Clerk journal July 2010
(e) Local Councils Update – July/August 2010
(f) Clerks & Councils Direct – September 2010
(g) Humber & Wolds Rural Community Council – Humbrella Newsletter – Summer
2010
(h) Humber Playing Fields Association Newsletter – Summer 2010

152. ROUTINE MATTERS - The following matters were briefly discussed:
 Weir in pond not opening – Chairman to look at easing the mechanism.
 Part fallen Oak tree near tennis courts – no objections to the residents helping
themselves to the wood at their own responsibility.
 Replacement of old Walkington map near the pond – That an enquiry be made to
East Riding Council regarding the supply of a replacement map.
 Sewerage in drain in Kirk Lane near entrance to Church – Refer to East Riding
Council
 Hedges in Kirk Lane – Refer to East Riding Council
 New Parish Notice Boards – Clerk to discuss with Councillor Southern
 Overhanging shrubs along Church Walk obstructing footway – Refer to East Riding
Council
 Conditions of planning permission – Holly Lodge – That as the new property
appears occupied East Riding Council be asked whether the conditions are being
complied with.
 Tree branch in pond – Councillor Dixon to check the situation and if appropriate
obtain an estimate for removing the branch.
 Car parking at the football ground – That the problems caused by inconsiderate
parking be referred to the Police.
 Fence on Broadgates Playing Field – repair work is in progress.

153. TIME OF NEXT MEETING – The next meeting of the Parish Council will be held on
5th October 2010 in the Village Hall at 7.30pm.

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