MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH COUNCIL
HELD IN THE VILLAGE HALL, SOUTH CERNEY
ON WEDNESDAY 12th MARCH 2003.

APOLOGIES
Apologies had been received from Cllr Harris and Cllr Jones (CDC).

MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 12 FEBRUARY 2003
Cllr Mrs Pearse had been omitted from the list of attending councillors. The Clerk apologised and would amend the record accordingly. It was proposed by Cllr Stuart and seconded by Cllr Mrs Chapman that the Minutes were a true and accurate record. The Parish Council was all in favour and the Minutes were signed by Chairperson Cllr Mrs Gardiner.

GOLF BALLS
Mr Franklin, Manager South Cerney Golf Course explained that the footpath where the lost golf balls were found was the property of the Golf Course. Warning signs had been erected at the footpath entrance and also on the first tee to alert golfers. Cllr Spriggs brought a bucket of 90 golf balls to the meeting she had collected as proof that the menace existed. Cllr Spriggs stated that users of the path were nervous that inevitably someone would be hit. Cllr Mrs Pearse had walked the footpath and not found any stray golf balls and Cllr Mrs Gardiner had found four. Cllr Nicholas said that Mr Franklin should agree that the number of balls landing on the footpath was significant. Cllr Dunn said it was up to users of the footpath and the Golf Course to use common sense and to be aware of the potential danger. Mr Franklin said that the Course Rules now informed players that the canal and footpath were out of bounds which should persuade golfers to be more careful and he would also place a further warning notice on the second tee. Mr Franklin said that players on the first two holes will be directed not to tee off when they can see footpath users who were in a position putting them at risk to a mis-hit shot. Before leaving the meeting Mr Franklin spoke of his concern to the damage being done to the supports of the old railway bridge on Bow Wow Lane. The Clerk would inform the relevant responsible authority. The Chairperson thanked Mr Franklin for attending the meeting.

CLERK'S REPORT
Planning response forms were faxed to CDC Planning. All payments to suppliers were dispatched. Copies of letters written to Mrs J. Squire (Cerney News), Mike James (Cricket Club), R. Shaw (Elmhurst), D. P. Bennett (Oakleaze), J. Whittaker (Area Traffic Manager Cotswolds) and Ms Cooksley were passed to the Chairperson Cllr Mrs J. Gardiner for her information. The comments on the Local Plan were emailed to 10 Parish Councillors and a hard copy passed to Cllr Mrs Spriggs. An abbreviated version of the contents was also published in Cerney News along with an appeal for a Village
Projects Grants Co-Ordinator.
On Friday 21 February I attended a meeting with D. Taylor, Mrs J. Roberts, Mr Roberts and 15th Marquis de Derval et de Moisdon at the Upper Up ramp. From a demonstration by Mrs Roberts it was obvious that the ramp in its present configuration is incapable of use by electrically driven wheelchairs. Mrs Roberts and the Marquis agreed with Mr Taylor's suggestion that the inner dividing wall be shortened by two metres to increase the width of the landing area which should also be made level. The width of the access at the bottom of the ramp would have to be enlarged. Mr Taylor calculated that the retaining wall at the bank side be increased in length to 14 ft which would allow space for entry of wheelchairs after he installed the safety barriers. The Parish Council will now have to decide if it is prepared to make these alterations.
Mrs Roberts agreed to carry out a survey of how local footpaths catered for disabled users on behalf of the Parish Council.
Since the Committee meetings held last Monday I have been in contact with Dan Goddard CDC Building Regulations who informed me that the access structure was exempt from building regulations as it is not attached to a building. The Disability Discrimination Act which comes into force in 2004 is a civil act which would require individual action. He told me to contact the Centre for Accessible Environment for further information. They pointed out that the platform at the apex of the 'V' should have a turning circle of at least 1.5m. Interestingly, under the Code of Practice if another entrance was available which provided reasonable alternative access, and was clearly signed as such, that would suffice if it was safe and did not violate the dignity of disabled users.
I also met Mr Timbrell and agreed where the sleeping policeman should be placed at the entrance to the car park. Mr Taylor recommended that the ramp be no more than 4 inches high leading to a flat area of approximately 1 ft wide and a gap left at each end to allow surface water to drain off the car park. Mr Timbrell informed me that the new design would cost £50 more than his quotation allowed. On behalf of the Parish Council I agreed to this as the increase would still make his final price less than any of the other quotations received.
On Tuesday 25 March I attended a meeting with Cllr King and Cllr Nicholas to discuss how to fund the Robert Franklin Way play equipment project. I agreed to a suggestion that I manage the necessary grant funding for this project. It was further agreed that I keep a record of the time spent at this task and all Parish Council work and if appropriate the Parish Council should consider increasing my contracted hours. To date I have made an application to the Countryside Agency for a Community Services Grant which has been acknowledged. I have also enquired from two other sources so far without reply.
On Wednesday 5 March I attended a meeting of the SLCC in Newent which discussed matters of common interest. I was able to inform one Clerk of my experience with GCC when the Parish Council purchased Robert Franklin Way playing field.

CLERK'S ANNUAL ASSESSMENT AND SALARY AWARD
Cllr Mrs Gardiner was of the opinion that the salary award for the period April 2003-March 2004 had been agreed when the Personnel Committee last met. Cllr Mrs Gardiner would check her records and report her findings at the Parish Council meeting in April.

MATTERS ARISING
Upper Up Access Ramp
The Clerk was asked to contact D. Taylor (GCC Highways) about the possibility of putting a new footpath in from the end of the ramp to the entrance of the car park. Cllr Mrs Pearse volunteered to ask Mrs D.Tresadern to test the ramp in her wheelchair and report her findings to the Parish Council. The Clerk reported on his meeting with Mrs Roberts, 15th Marquis de Derval et de Moisdon and D. Taylor (GCC Highways) where it was demonstrated that the access was unsuitable for powered wheelchairs. See Clerk's Report.
A discussion ensued on how to resolve the situation. Finally it was decided that the Clerk enquire from D. Taylor if GCC Highways would consider building a footpath on the western side of Upper Up to enable access from the pedestrian access to the car park.
Road Safety Improvements
No reply had been received from Mr Whittaker or Mr Handley.
Blocked Surface Water Drain on Cirencester Road
Cllr Nicholas reported that one of the four drains on Cirencester Road near to the Talland Riding School was still blocked and asked the Clerk to inform D. Taylor GCC Highways.
Rubbish Bin Exteriors
The Clerk informed Mike Weir (CDC) that the plastic outer sleeves of the rubbish bins at the Preaching Cross and at the end of Bow Wow by Lower Mill were missing.
Manhole Cover
The Clerk reported the damaged BT manhole cover outside Gable Cottage in Silver Street. Progress enquiries should be made to 0800 216 927 quoting Fault Ref SS8QRF83.

PLANNING
Cllr Nicholas reported on the deliberations of the Planning Committee which had met on 10 March.

Matters Arising
CT.8163/D
The Clerk was asked to inform CDC Environmental Health and Safety department that residents were concerned with the safety of the wall at Orchard House, Upper Up because of its excessive height and the fact that it immediately joins the footpath. The Clerk was asked to ascertain from the Enforcement Officer what time scale had been allowed for either its alteration or a new application for permission.

Planning Applications Received by Cotswold District Council

CT.0144/4/P
Erection of a single storey side extension at 4 Robert Franklin Way, South Cerney, Cirencester
NO OBJECTION

CT.1454/3/V
Temporary agricultural dwelling at Rainbow Lakes,Wildmoorway Lane, South Cerney Despite the 'Supporting Statement' the Committee agreed that there is no genuine need for a dwelling in this location, either temporary or otherwise. This is an open rural location and a so called 'agricultural' dwelling would have an adverse impact on the character of the area. It would also set a most unwelcome precedent in the Water Park.
OBJECTION (RATIFIED)

CT.3887/2/W
Two storey side extension (two phases) at 58 The Lennards, South Cerney, Cirencester
NO OBJECTION

CT.5684/K
Additional signage at The Eliot Arms, Clarks Hay, South Cerney An advertising sign of this type would be out of sympathy with a listed building in the Conservation Area.
OBJECTION

CT.7457/C
Listed Building application for demolition of existing dry stone wall and rebuild to existing height at South Cerney Farmhouse, Clarks Hay, South Cerney
NO OBJECTION

CT.7457/D
Planning application for demolition of existing dry stone wall and rebuild to existing height at South Cerney Farmhouse, Clarks Hay, South Cerney
NO OBJECTION

It was proposed by Cllr Mrs Gardiner and seconded by Cllr Gardiner that the Parish Council agrees to accept the deliberations of the Planning Committee and to ratify its decision on CT.1454/3/V/ The Parish Council was all in favour.

Planning Applications Granted by Cotswold District Council

CT.0649/2/A
Conservatory and ground floor rear extension at 58 Meadow Way, South Cerney, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 6HY

CT.4067/2/J
Extensions to kitchen and dining room and replacement conservatory at 29 Oak Way, South Cerney, Cirencester, Glos GL7 5XX

CT.4073/D
Change of use to match fishing and specimen lakes together with erection of associated clubhouse and plots for the siting of 15 touring caravans at Lake 15, Spine Road, South Cerney, Cirencester, Gloucestershire Conditions to be noted include:
No. 2. The occupation of the manager's accommodation hereby permitted shall be limited to a person solely or mainly employed or last employed in the management and/or maintenance of the permitted fishing use of the application site, or a widow or widower of such a person, or any resident development.
Reason: The unrestricted residential use of the accommodation would be unacceptable in this open countryside location. The condition is imposed in accordance with the guidance within PPG1, PPG7, Circular 11/95 and Cotswold District Local Plan Policies 2 and Water Park Policy 8.1.
No. 4. The clubhouse facilities hereby permitted shall be strictly ancillary to the use of the lake for fishing purposes.
Reason: To ensure that the development is adequately controlled in this open countryside location, in accordance with guidance provided by PPG1, PPG7 and PPG13, Gloucestershire County Structure Plan Policies S1 and T1, and Cotswold District Local Plan Policies 2 and Water Park Policy 8.1.
No. 5. Notwithstanding Classes C2 and C3 of the Schedule of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987, the caravan plots hereby permitted shall be used to provide holiday accommodation only, which shall not be occupied as permanent, unrestricted accommodation or as a primary place of residence.
Reason: The site is not suitable for permanent, unrestricted accommodation or as a primary place of residence. This condition is imposed in the light of PPG21 and Policy 38 of the Cotswold District Local Plan.
No. 6. The site shall not be used for caravans between 1 November in any one year and 28 February in the succeeding year, and all caravans shall be removed from the site on or before 31 October each year.
Reason: To ensure that caravans are for genuine holiday use, in accordance with Cotswold District Local Plan Policies 2, 38 and Water Park Policy 8.1 and Circular 11/95.
No. 11. No external lighting shall be installed within the site.
Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of the site and its wider setting. This condition is imposed because of Cotswold District Local Plan Policy 18 and PPG1.
No. 21. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995, or any other statutory instrument amending or replacing it, no structures, buildings, or means of enclosure shall be erected, constructed or inserted in the application site other than those permitted by this Decision Notice.
Reason: The site has a distinct and attractive character and appearance which should be maintained. In order to protect these qualities, it is essential for the Local Planning Authority to maintain control over the types of development listed above, in accordance with Cotswold District Local Plan Policies 2 and Water Park Policy 8.1 and PPG7. No. 22. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 or any statutory instrument amending or replacing it,there shall be no sale of hot food for consumption off the premises.
Reason: To protect the amenity of the locality and to ensure an appropriate form of development in this open countryside location in accordance with Cotswold District Local Plan Policies 2 and Water Park Policy 8.1 and PPG13, PPG7 and PPG23.

CT.4630/N
Single storey rear extension at Boxwood Cottage, School Lane, South Cerney, GL7 5TZ

CT.4630/P
Listed Building Consent for a single storey rear extension at Boxwood Cottage, School Lane, South Cerney, GL7 5TZ

CT.8275
Erection of a single storey rear extension, first floor side extension and detached double garage at Churchgate House, Cerney Wick, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 5QJ

Replacement Windows in Box Bush and Mill Close
At the Committee meeting Mr Jay pointed out that the style of the replacement windows in the Cheltenham Housing Association's properties in Box Bush and Mill Close were of a different design to those originally installed. The Clerk was asked to obtain a copy of the original Planning Permission to ascertain the conditions which applied to this development.

Westbury Homes Appeal CT.0006/3/J
As the Parish Council had decided unanimously to support the decision of Cotswold District Council in refusing to grant Westbury Homes (Holding) Ltd planning/listed building consent for the residential redevelopment of CAMAS site to provide 30 dwellings under application CT.0006/3/J Cllr Mrs Spriggs suggested that a Parish Council representative attend the informal appeal hearing on April 8. Cllr Nicholas volunteered to attend if his work schedule allowed.

Correspondence
4. CDC ­ CT.3930/D Section 106 Agreement (passed to Cllr Mrs Chapman)
5. T. W. Groves ­ Access from Ash Moon to Robert Franklin Way
NO OBJECTION so long as it was for pedestrian use only
13. Davey Son & Jones ­ Transfer of Limes title
16.&17. CDC ­ Open Spaces ­ Draft Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) (on circulation to Planning Committee)
At the Committee meeting Mr P. Jay had pointed out inaccuracies in the key of Figure 67 where it illustrated protected open spaces in the Bow Wow area. On the map showing the cycle path between South Cerney and Siddington the text and map differed. Mr Jay was of the opinion that the development of cycle paths should be for the benefit of useful users, for example people using them to go to work or for school children on their way to school or college. The development for leisure purposes should be a secondary consideration.
29.&30. CDC & GCC ­ Mineral extraction conditions on CAMAS site
Both authorities advised that the Parish Council contact the other for a more definitive reply. Cllr Nicholas asked that the Clerk copy the replies to both authorities and ask for copies of the specific applications.
46. J. R. Roberts ­ Upper Up access

FINANCE
Cllr Mrs Gardiner Chairman of the Finance Committee reported on the deliberations of the Committee which had met on 10 March.

Matters Arising
Response from Audit Commission
The Clerk reported that no reply had been received.

Cerney News Donation
Mrs Squire on behalf of Cerney News graciously declined the offer of a donation.

Payments
Petty Cash Bus Shelter Cleansing (March) £40.00
M. McKee Clerk's Travel (February) £65.70
M. McKee Clerk's office allowance £155.00
BT Clerk's Telephone £90.66
Davey Son & Jones Professional fees for transfer of open space at Limes £352.50
Viking Stationery £55.59
T.D. Construction Balance due on playing field ramp £2,749.97
Busy Fingers Photocopying £25.38
James Harris Contracting Tree work on the Piece £490.00 £4,024.80
Cllr Mrs Gardiner inspected and agreed the Clerk's travel expenses for February.
It was proposed by Cllr Dunn and seconded by Cllr Mrs Chubb that the Parish Council agrees to make the above payments. The Parish Council was all in favour.

Ground Maintenance Contracts
Cllr Gardiner, Cllr Mrs Gardiner and Cllr Mrs Chubb declared a prejudicial interest and left the meeting. It was proposed by Cllr Stuart and seconded by Cllr Dunn that the Parish Council accepts the quotation from Jeremy Simmons to provide grass cutting throughout the village apart from the playing fields, to award the contract to mow the playing fields at Upper Up and Robert Franklin Way to D. C. Chubb and that the contract for ground maintenance work at Cerney Wick playing field and churchyard be awarded to R. W. Gardiner. The Parish Council was all in favour.

Computer Anti Virus Protection
It was proposed by Cllr King and seconded by Cllr Mrs Chubb that the Parish Council accepts the quotation of £88.50 plus VAT from Milton Computers to provide Norton System Works v2.0 which included Utilities and Anti Virus protection for the Clerk's computer. The Parish Council was all in favour.

Repair to Noticeboard in Clarks Hay
It was proposed by Cllr Stuart and seconded by Cllr Gardiner that the Parish Council accepts the quotation of £295.00 from R.O.W. Berry to repair and erect the vandalised noticeboard in Clarks Hay. The Parish Council was all in favour and recommends that the person responsible for the damage be asked to reimburse the invoice.

Donations
It was proposed by Cllr Mrs Spriggs and seconded by Cllr Mrs Chapman that the Parish Council makes the following donations. The Parish Council was all in favour.
1. Gloucestershire Playing Fields Association £100.00
2. Citizens Advice Bureau £100.00
3. Cirencester Housing for Young People (CHYP) £50.00
4. Macmillan Cancer Appeal £50.00
5. Marie Curie Cancer Appeal £50.00
6. Cotswold Victim Support £50.00
7. WRVS £50.00
8. Cobalt Unit Appeal £50.00 £500.00

Grant Co-ordinator
One telephoned reply had been received from Philippa Crosland-Taylor for the post advertised in Cerney News. Ms Crosland-Taylor informed the Clerk that she would be prepared to take on the post subject to a remuneration package based on a negotiated 5-10% commission, dependant on the size of grant secured, plus reasonable expenses. The Clerk was to ask her to write to the Parish Council with her proposals and to record her contact details for future possible use.
At a meeting of the Play Equipment sub committee the Clerk agreed to contact various agencies for grant funding. He reported that out of three contacts only an application to the Countryside Agency Community Services Grant for a grant of £17,500 had been acknowledged.

Haggs Play Equipment
Cllr King proposed that the Parish Council write to Mr Cornelius confirming its agreement to purchase the refurbished Haggs play equipment. The Parish Council was all in favour.

Correspondence
1. James Harris Contracting ­ Quotation for work on the Piece
2. CDC ­ B&Q local community project grant
8. Iain Selkirk ­ request to be reappointed Internal Auditor
Cllr Mrs Gardiner declared a prejudicial interest and took no part in this discussion. As Cllr Mrs J. Gardiner will not be seeking re-election to the Parish Council in May the Parish Council agreed that Mrs Gardiner be asked for a quotation to carry out the Internal Audit and provide the calculation of the Clerk's monthly wages.
10. Cerney News ­ Village Directory grant acknowledgement
12. Inland Revenue ­ Employer's Bulletin and CD ROM (Cllr Mrs Gardiner)
13. Davey Son & Jones ­ Transfer of Limes title
14. Milton Computers ­ Computer anti virus quotation
18. Macventure Play Co ­ Quotation to install bench; install 4 swing seats; safety inspections
It was proposed by Cllr Stuart and seconded by Cllr Dunn that further to an approval in February the Parish Council ratifies the quotation agreed by the Clerk with Macventure Play Co for the installation of the bench seat at the Limes for £59.00 and that the quotation to install four replacement swing seats for £50.00 at Cerney Wick be approved. The Parish Council was all in favour.
The Clerk was to obtain a further quotation for safety inspections from Cornhill Insurance.
25. Cerney News ­ Parish Council donation

PLAYING FIELDS & VILLAGE MAINTENANCE
Cllr Stuart reported on the deliberations of the Playing Fields and Village Maintenance Committee which had met on 10 March.

Matters Arising
Preaching Cross
The Clerk reported that Mrs Roberts anticipated that when the resurfacing of Station Road was undertaken a drop kerb opposite the Preaching Cross to enter the island would be installed.

Footpath Delineation
The Clerk had asked David Flagg (GCC Highways) to reinstate the footpath markings between the entrance to the PROW serving Churn Close from Clarks Hay in front of the garage and alongside the cedar tree, on the opposite side, outside the Wesley Rooms.

Public Rights of Way
Mrs Roberts had agreed with the Clerk to carry out a survey for disabled access on all local footpaths on behalf of the Parish Council.

Play Equipment
The Clerk reported on a meeting he attended of the Play Group sub committee where he agreed to contact various agencies for grant funding. He reported that out of three contacts only an application to the Countryside Agency Community Services Grant for a grant of £17,500 had been acknowledged.

Seat at Limes
Cllr Gardiner reported that the surplus seat had been uplifted.

Football Wall at Upper Up
The Clerk reported that information on football walls had been received from GPFA which he had circulated to the Committee.

Correspondence
5. T. W. Groves ­ Access from Ash Moon to Robert Franklin Way
6. CDC ­ Copy letter to Mr H. Humfrey regarding cypress trees adjacent to river Churn
7. CDC ­ Notification of intention to undertake tree work at Glebe Cottage, Church Lane, South Cerney (no objection subject to ratification)
15. Woodside Services ­ Letter of Introduction
18. Macventure Play Co ­ Quotation to install bench; install 4 swing seats; annual safety inspections
28. GPFA ­ Multi sport games walls and kickwalls (on circulation)
36. CDC ­ CT.CONTR 1381 No objection
37. The Countryside Agency ­ Community Services Grant
41. Cotswold Spring Clean April 2003; Refuse Collection arrangements over holidays
45. CDC ­ CT.CONTR 1389 No objection

INSPECTION REPORT
Cllr Stuart read Cllr Harris' inspection report in his absence. At Upper Up the chainwork of the basketball board was in need of repair. At Robert Franklin Way the play bark levels were low and needed topping up. The concrete seat is damaged and should be replaced. At Cerney Wick the seats on the swings had not yet been replaced and the play surface was slippery. The safety surface underneath the climbing frame was extremely dangerous. The Clerk was asked to purchase a suitable patio cleaner to remove the deposit on the safety surfaces. Cllr Gardiner will carry out the next round of inspections.

TREE SURVEY
Cllr Harris and Cllr Stuart carried out the tree survey on 12 January. Cllr Stuart presented a work schedule and a quotation for its implementation to the Parish Council based on a priority rating of 1-5. Cllr Harris had written to the Parish Council that he had spare trees to plant on the bank at the Piece. It was proposed by Cllr Mrs Gardiner and seconded by Cllr Nicholas that the Parish Council agrees to implementing priorities 1 and 2 quoted at £65 and £90 respectively. The Parish Council was all in favour.

CORRESPONDENCE
1. James Harris Contracting ­ Quotation for work on the Piece
2. CDC ­ B&Q local community project grant
3. Glos Local Transport Plan ­ Consultation Summary (Dr Stephenson)
4. CDC ­ CT.3930/D Section 106 Agreement
5. T. W. Groves ­ Access from Ash Moon to Robert Franklin Way
6. CDC ­ Copy letter to Mr H. Humfrey regarding cypress trees adjacent to river Churn
7. CDC ­ Notification of intention to undertake tree work at Glebe Cottage, Church Lane, South Cerney (no objection subject to ratification)
8. Iain Selkirk ­ request to be reappointed Internal Auditor
9. DEFRA ­ Licensing Bill
10. Cerney News ­ Village Directory grant acknowledgement
11. GCC ­ Nominations invited for Glos Medal for Courage 2002
12. Inland Revenue ­ Employer's Bulletin and CD ROM (Cllr Mrs Gardiner)
13. Davey Son & Jones ­ Transfer of Limes title
14. Milton Computers ­ Computer anti virus quotation
15. Woodside Services ­ Letter of Introduction
16. CDC ­ Open Spaces ­ Draft Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) (on circulation to Planning Committee)
17. CDC ­ Open Spaces ­ Draft Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) (on circulation to Planning Committee)
18. Macventure Play Co ­ Quotation to install bench; install 2 swing seats; annual safety inspections
19. CDC ­ Standards Committee Agenda for meeting to be held Tuesday 4 March at 9.30am Council Chamber, CDC and Minutes of meeting held 14 January
20. CDC ­ District and Parish elections ­ 1 May 2003
21. Glos Police Authority ­ Police and Community Consultative Meetings
22. CPRE ­ Countryside Voice ­ Spring 2003 (on circulation)
23. CHYP ­ Special newsletter ­ February 2003 (on circulation)
24. TROW ­ Spring 2003 (on circulation)
25. Cerney News ­ Parish Council donation
26. GCC ­ PROW Stray Golf Balls
27. GCC ­ Drainage Work in South Cerney
28. GPFA ­ Multi sport games walls and kickwalls (on circulation)
29. CDC ­ CT.0006 ­ Mineral extraction conditions
30. GCC ­ CT.0006 ­ Mineral extraction conditions
31. 15th Marquis de Derval et de Moisdon ­ Upper Up Ramp
32. Local Council Review ­ March 2003 (on circulation)
33. CDC ­ Minutes of the Cotswold Water Park Joint Committee meeting held on 20 January 2003; next meeting Monday 14 April
34. CDC ­ Observations invited for the renewal of a Street Trading Consent
35. South Cerney Golf Course Ltd ­ Golf Balls
36. CDC ­ CT.CONTR 1381 No objection
37. The Countryside Agency ­ Community Services Grant
38. Clerks & Councils Direct March 2003 Issue 26 (on circulation)
39. Cotswold Water Park ­ Invitation to attend the Keynes Park Users Forum on Wednesday 19 March at 7.30pm
40. Glos Constabulary ­ Police Newsletter February 2003 (on circulation)
41. Cotswold Spring Clean April 2003; Refuse Collection arrangements over holidays
42. Park Leisure Ltd ­ Play equipment supplier (Cllr King)
43. CDC ­ Pest Control Charges
44. Cirencester Town Council ­ Market Towns Healthcheck update
45. CDC ­ CT.CONTR 1389 No objection
46. J. R. Roberts ­ Upper Up access
47. Edward J. Davies ­ Sluice gate damage on river Churn
48. CDC ­ Notice of Elections (to noticeboards)
49. DEFRA ­ Cotswolds AONB Conservation Board ­ Informal consultation on establishment order
50. 15th Marquis de Derval et de Moisdon ­ Access to a meeting held in the Wesley Rooms Upper-up access ramp
51. A.G. Mallard ­ Illegal parking on grass verges

COUNCILLORS' REPORTS
Cllr Stuart reported that renovations to the Village Hall would start on Monday 17 March. Cllr Mrs Gardiner reported that she had attended a meeting of the Flooding Forum where Mr Blackler from the Environment Agency informed the meeting that if flooding was threatened fields upstream of South Cerney would be flooded first. Cllr Mrs Gardiner also reported débris in the vicinity of the Watermark development on Wildmoorway Lane and asked the Clerk to report it to the owners.

There being no further business the Chairperson, Cllr Mrs Gardiner closed the meeting at 9.47 pm.