Minutes
MINUTES OF THE FRISKNEY PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
HELD ONLINE VIA ZOOM
ON WEDNESDAY 17th FEBRUARY 2021 AT 7.30PM
143. PRESENT
Councillors: M Hill (Chairperson)
S Brennan
P Holland
S Holt
D Patrick
A Simpson
K Smith
W Twigg
R Wood
In Attendance: W Trigg – Clerk
144. APOLOGIES
Cllr D Reeves, Cllr R Scott, Cllr K Wickham, R Bray, Dist Cllr C Dickinson, Cnty Cllr W Bowkett & PCSO Richardson.
145. PUBLIC FORUM
None present.
146. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
None received.
147. P3 FOOTPATHS
No report received.
148. PCSO
HV patrols are ongoing in relation to Covid-19 travel and related issues.
149. DISTRICT COUNCILLOR’S REPORT
Nothing to report.
150. COUNTY COUNCILLOR’S REPORT
The LCC Executive have agreed revised budget proposals to include millions of pounds of additional funding to support businesses, respond to flooding and repair roads for 2021/22. We are also unveiling a £12m support package for our local economy and businesses could benefit from up to £10,000 of funding through a new grant scheme.
Our Green Masterplan is part of our global effort to help tackle climate change and LCC’s commitment to be 'net carbon zero' by 2050.
Covid-19 update - Lincolnshire’s overall infection rate is now significantly below the national average. All care home residents over the age of 65 and staff have been given the first dose of the vaccine where possible, staff and residents who couldn’t have the vaccine due to illness or outbreak will be re-visited when it is safe to do so. Lincolnshire’s second large vaccination site has opened at the Lincolnshire Showground along with 13 other general practice hubs and two hospital hubs.
There has been a lot of queries regarding transport to vaccination sites, as well as some general misunderstandings. The Transport Helpline is NOT a booking service, they provide information and advice on a wide range of transport options. Our CallConnect on-demand bus service is paid for by the customer unless they have a concessionary bus pass due to age or disability. For the purposes of the Covid–19 vaccination programme only, Transport Services have extended this free service to anyone aged 67 and over, regardless of whether they have a bus pass or not.
Lincolnshire Partnership Foundation Trust, the county's mental health and learning disability NHS trust, is offering a variety of wellbeing support. This includes a confidential support line (0800 001 4331) available 24/7 and enables callers to speak to an experienced support worker who can provide emotional support, advice and guidance. They also provide a talking therapy service Steps2Change which supports people experiencing depression and a range of anxiety disorders. You can self-refer through their website or by phoning 0303 123 4000.
151. CHAIRPERSON’S REMARKS
The Church boundary dispute is now with the Chancellor.
The Play Area has been closed due to severe flooding.
152. THE MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
The minutes from the January Parish Council Meeting were presented for approval. Cllr Holt and Cllr Wood proposed and seconded the minutes respectively.
153. ACTION LOG
The Clerk gave an update on the new, current and completed actions which are minuted below or within their respective topics.
Thanks were given to Terry Twigg for the repairs he carried out on a memorial bench which can now be returned to use in the Cemetery.
154. PLANNING (Appendix 2)
3 Wrights Lane – Application received for extension & alterations to provide an entrance porch & kitchen.
Low Farm, Burgh Road – Application pending.
Mar-Jen, Main Road – Permission granted.
4 Wrights Lane – Permission granted.
Rosedale Villa, Burgh Road – Permission granted.
10 Wildmore Crescent – Permission granted.
Methodist Chapel – This matter is with Planning Enforcement.
Hoyles Mill – This matter is with Planning Enforcement.
Ash Tree Farm – This matter is with Planning Enforcement.
155. FINANCE (Appendix 3)
All February payments were approved for payment, proposed by Cllr Twigg and seconded by Cllr Wood.
Three quotes are to be sought by Cllr Hill in respect of CCTV installation covering the Village Hall area. Due to the funds for this having already been approved in the budget, it was proposed to allow the quotes to be emailed for review and comments made via email to the Clerk. Local groups have already agreed in principle to donate toward the cost. Action – Clerk to formalise the donation requests.
156. VILLAGE HALL
Whilst the hall remains closed pending a date they can re-open, regular inspections are taking place to ensure the property is secure.
157. PLAY AREA
Replacement parts for the yellow rocker are being organised by Cllr Hill.
New signs for the recycling area, gym equipment and play area H&S are with Cllr Brennan for installation.
158. CORRESPONDENCE
None received.
159. HIGHWAYS ISSUES, REPAIRS & DEFECTS
The bump on Burgh Road is extremely dangerous, all Councillors advised to report the issue independently on FixMyStreet to raise awareness of the problem.
More fly tipping on Patmans Lane. Action – Clerk to report online.
No7 streetlight on Church Road is permanently lit. Action – Clerk to report online.
160. CAR PARK/PLAY AREA RENT
Friskney United Charities have advised of a rent increase for 2021. There were no objections received.
161. P3 CO-ORDINATOR VACANCY
Sadly Raye Bray has resigned from this role. A formal letter of thanks to be sent by the Clerk and Cllr Hill to organise some flowers. The role will remain open to applicants until 11th March.
162. URGENT MATTERS
None received.
163. DATE AND TIME OF NEXT MEETING
The next Parish Council meeting will be on Wednesday 17th March 2021. There being no other business the Parish Council meeting closed at 8:06pm.