MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH COUNCIL
HELD IN THE VILLAGE HALL, SOUTH CERNEY
ON WEDNESDAY 8th October 2008.

The Chairman of the meeting, Cllr Stuart opened the meeting at 7.30pm.

One member of the public, Mr Brian Viner, was present.

APOLOGIES

Cllr Mrs Land apologised for her absence as she was unwell.
Cllr Bennett (CDC) and Cllr Parsons (GCC) had apologised for their absence.

MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 10th SEPTEMBER 2008

Page 2448 – APOLOGIES 1st line: delete “their” insert “his”

Page 2458 – 3rd EDITION OF THE GLOUCESTERSHIRE CHARTER 2nd paragraph
2nd line: delete “it” insert “its”

Page 2460 – 1st line 1st paragraph: delete “school” insert “village”

It was proposed by Cllr Nicholas and seconded by Cllr Mrs Tunbridge that the minutes, as amended, were a true and accurate record. Cllr Stuart abstained as he had not attended the meeting. The remainder of the Parish Council was all in favour and Cllr Stuart signed the minutes.

YOUTH PARISH COUNCIL REPORT

No member of the YPC was in attendance. Cllr Nicholas explained that the new school term had brought a life style change to the travelling habits of both Joe Lodge and Sinead Peare who both had to commute to their college at an earlier time, which in turn lead to a longer and more exhausting day.

MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES

Cllr Mrs Chapman complained that the advertisements were still on display on the fence of Lake 11. The Clerk will remind the Enforcement Officer of his previous request to investigate the matter.

Traffic Plan
Cllr Nicholas enquired on how the Traffic Plan was to progress. The Clerk would email Cllr Stuart with a list of those who had volunteered so far. Cllr Stuart will liaise with Gloucestershire Constabulary to see if it could help through its previous experiences with such plans and he would report back to the Parish Council at the November meeting. Cllr Jay will meet with Peter Redfern and try to recruit him to join the team.

Millennium Seat, Bow Wow
Cllr Stuart had selected a seat from a catalogue to replace the damaged one in Bow Wow. The Clerk will inform Chris Franklin at Gloucestershire Highways.

MUGA Problems
Cllr Stuart had met with “Don” from Park Leisure who had turned up to make repairs and adjustments to the tarmac and kick wall. Further problems had been identified with the goal end as some of the panels did not match the others. The side members vary between 50mm and 60mm which has caused the differing gaps to create finger traps. As it will probably be necessary to replace the incorrect panels with new ones, Cllr Stuart suggested to Park Leisure’s representative James McGrath that the company alters the position of the basket ball hoop to be on the other face of the wall as at present the top side of the tarmac area is not used enough and the repositioning of the hoop would widen the scope for more children to play there. As a gesture of good will he suggested that white or yellow lines marking out a “D” on that side would be welcomed. The Parish Council agreed with Cllr Harris who thanked Cllr Stuart for all the work he had done on the installation. The Clerk was to ask the YPC if it had any ideas on how the old basketball hoop area might be reused.

Area to west of cricket pitch
Cllr Stuart reported that the area to west of the cricket pitch and south of the football pitch which had been prone to flooding in the past had the clay surface removed and new drainage pipes installed by Murphy contractors. It will need to be kept under surveillance but recent heavy rain had drained away without consequence.

CLERK’S REPORT

On Tuesday 16th September I joined with Cllr Jay and Cllr Stuart and attended a village meeting at Siddington to start the process there, of a village plan. Cllr Stuart told the packed hall of the methods used to produce the village plan for South Cerney. Cllr Jay explained how it now works with the publication of its development both on the web site and on the notice boards of this Committee Room. Jenny Cunningham from Poole Keynes spoke of how its village plan had progressed since its inception in August 2003. One interesting project she described was the existence of a skills base which had been achieved by a survey of what services could be provided within the village.

On Wednesday 17th I attended a Planning Regulatory meeting at CDC where the application for a new house in Ham Lane was decided. Cllr Nicholas spoke of the Parish Council’s reasons for objecting, Carolyn Kennedy argued for objection on behalf of neighbours of the site, Cllr Bennett (CDC) spoke as a Ward Member of his objections, Cllr Clarke (CDC) had sent a note objecting as he would not be able to attend most of the discussion and Cllr Messenger (CDC) did not take advantage of the Chairperson’s invitation to make a contribution. The committee voted 8-7 in favour of objecting to the application.

Also on Wednesday 17th I accompanied Cllr Stuart to a meeting with representatives from Park Leisure to discuss the short comings of the recent installation of the Kick Wall and Youth Shelter on the MUGA. Park Leisure assured us that the outstanding matters would be sorted out within the next two weeks.

On Monday 22nd I joined Cllr Caunce, Cllr Harris, Cllr Jay, Cllr Stuart in a meeting with Chris Franklin and Adam Thomas both from Gloucestershire Highways to inspect the installation and effect of gabions alongside the river bank of the Churn through Bow Wow. Cllr Harris pointed out that the dry stone wall near to the bridge at the lane junction with Silver Street was bulging towards the river. Gabion baskets throughout the stretch were becoming exposed and drainage channels dug to relieve recent flooding were responsible for the erosion of top soil from the bank. The damage to the Millennium seat was pointed out and Chris Franklin agreed to replace the seat with another which Cllr Stuart would select from a suppliers list. Gloucestershire Highways would send a team to survey the work on the river bank.

On Tuesday 23rd I accompanied Cllr Stuart to a meeting of the Big Lottery Fund group at CDC.

On Thursday 25th I attended the Beating of the Retreat at Gloucester Barracks. During the ceremony I was escorted by Captain Frances Fox who is secretary to the Silver Stars parachuting team. Capt Fox will consider a request for the team to perform a jump to signify the official opening of the MUGA at Upper Up if the Parish Council so decide.

During September of the 19 available working days I averaged 3 hours and 33 minutes per day which is par per day for my contract.

The Clerk was asked to liaise with the YPC to determine if it agreed to the Silver Stars appearance and ascertain a preference time and date for the event. If so, then he would contact its secretary and make the arrangement subject to their availability.

REPORT OF THE PLAYING FIELDS AND VILLAGE MAINTENANCE COMMITTEE HELD ON MONDAY 6th OCTOBER

Cllr Caunce, Cllr Mrs Chubb, Cllr Harris, Cllr Nicholas, Cllr Stuart and Cllr Mrs Tunbridge had attended the meeting.

Cllr Caunce had opened the meeting at 7pm.

Matters Arising from previous Minutes

Page 2450 – Safety Surface at Upper Up. The Clerk had had an acknowledgement from George Taylor when he had reminded him that the safety surface had not yet been repaired.

Page 2450 – Bus Shelter at the Lennards. After contacting Mrs Maureen Dunn, warden at Box Bush, Cllr Mrs Chubb will prepare a questionnaire to ascertain if a shelter would be a viable asset for residents in this part of the village. Cllr Caunce thanked Cllr Mrs Chubb for her work on the project so far.

Page 2450 – Laurel Hedge at Pocket Park, Jubilee Gardens. Cllr Stuart will inspect the pruning of the hedge and report his conclusion at the Parish Council meeting. Cllr Stuart reported that the hedge had been well cut.

Page 2450 – Geoffrey Franklin’s Ditch. Cllr Harris had visited Mr Franklin and discussed the state of his ditches. He was unable to persuade Mr Franklin to take any action to clear them but suggested that if circumstances prevailed in the future, photographic evidence might be useful evidence in convincing the land owner to change his attitude.

Page 2451 – Robert Franklin Way Inspection Report. Cllr Harris reported that no meeting had taken place with Cllr Walker to reappraise the points raised in last month’s inspection report as suggested by Cllr Caunce.

Page 2452 – Mr Stansfield’s Hedge. The Clerk concluded that after meeting with Mr Stansfield he would be willing under his supervision, to allow the Parish Council to cut down his hedge alongside the river Churn to provide a better view from the Millennium seat in Bow Wow. The Clerk was asked to arrange a meeting with him and a small delegation of Parish Councillors to discuss the matter further. Mr Stansfield had subsequently sent an email confirming the discussion and raised some points which could be addressed if a meeting was arranged. His concern over green issues could be assuaged through explaining the activities of the Parish Council on its Upper Up play area.

Clarks Hay Notice Board. The completion of the work was awaited. Cllr Caunce had been in contact with Betec which was aware of the situation. It was agreed that payment for the work would be withheld until the job had been passed as satisfactory.

Bow Wow river bank. During a meeting with Chris Franklin and Adam Thomas both from Gloucestershire Highways, to inspect the installation and effect of gabions alongside the river bank of the Churn through Bow Wow, Cllr Harris had pointed out that the dry stone wall near to the bridge at the lane junction with Silver Street was bulging towards the river. Gabion baskets throughout the stretch were becoming exposed and drainage channels dug to relieve recent flooding were responsible for the erosion of top soil from the bank. The damage to the Millennium seat was pointed out and Chris Franklin agreed to replace the seat with another which Cllr Stuart would select from a suppliers list. Gloucestershire Highways would send a team to survey the work on the river bank. An email had been received from Dave Ludford, Flood Risk Management Officer at the Environment Agency notifying residents that there will be an operation to remove gravel from the river Churn alongside School Lane and Bow Wow and also at The Chapter Manor starting on 3rd November. The Clerk will put his letter on the notice board in Clarks Hay.

“Shorncote Link”
Concern was raised by Cllr Jay that footpaths around the Keynes Country Park were under threat of closure. It was pointed out that there was only one PROW to the north of the park and other paths around the lakes were permissive. Somerford Keynes was currently producing a definitive map which would show existing PROW and highlight other pathways which might be included in the system. South Cerney with Cerney Wick Parish Council would support any extension of the network and the Clerk was asked to inform Muriel Watkins, Clerk at Somerford Keynes that this Council supported their ideals.

Permissive Path from Kingfisher Place to Huxley Court.
Cllr Stuart reported that he had been unable to contact the Payback in the Community Team to negotiate with them a scheme for the reinstatement of the path. Cllr Nicholas suggested that John-Charles Kimberley of the Cotswold Forest School and his group might be willing to become involved. Cllr Stuart would investigate this possibility.

INSPECTION REPORTS

Robert Franklin Way
On Monday no report had been received from Cllr Walker although he had subsequently emailed it to the Clerk. Cllr Walker then proceeded to make his report to the meeting. The lock mechanism had been removed from the gate at the toddlers play area; the knobs on the spinner had all been burnt; the platform on the 360 deg swing were loose and needed to be tightened; the seat on the senior swing is damaged and needs to be changed; empty cans in the hedge were evidence that drinking was taking place and Cllr Walker suggests that the PCSO be asked to monitor occasionally. The Clerk will determine the size and make of a replacement seat for the senior swing and order accordingly.

Upper Up
Cllr Stuart had reported that the repair to the safety surface at the Activity Area was still awaited. The Cycle Mounds were in good condition and much used by a wide range of age groups. The MUGA was still not completed despite assurances from the manufacturer. Murphy contractors had completed the “Shorncote Link” path to the bridge site and in so doing had used in excess of 100 tonnes of aggregate. The chestnut fencing had been removed last Saturday. Further drainage works were in progress.

Cerney Wick
Cllr Caunce reported that the play area and equipment were all in good order..

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE

It was agreed that Finance Committee accepts the following recommendation: The invoice presented by R.O.W. Berry to repair the picnic table at Robert Franklin Way play area be paid. Cllr Stuart will report on Wednesday if the payment for the pruning of the laurel hedge on the Pocket Park should be made.

GROUND MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS

Minor alterations to the ground maintenance specification had been agreed. The Clerk was asked to email the document to members of the committee for further scrutiny. The Clerk reminded members of the committee that two years previously GAPTC had advised that the Parish Council cease the practice of tending the grass in the churchyards of South Cerney and Cerney Wick to avoid any potential litigation which might arise through the actions of its contractors. If minded, the Parish Council could make a grant to the church authorities to subsidise any contractors it might select. If the Parish Council was in agreement the Clerk should inform Mr T. Squire, Church Warden of this revised arrangement. Cllr Jay and Cllr Webb objected to this change in the contract. Discussions would continue and the Parish Council would be given an opportunity to vote on the change at a later date.

PROVISION OF A DOG MESS BIN AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE ALLOTMENTS IN CHURCH LANE

It had been proposed by Cllr Nicholas and seconded by Cllr Caunce that the Parish Council agrees to the provision of a dog mess bin at the entrance to the allotments in Church Lane. The committee had been all in favour.

It was proposed by Cllr Webb and seconded by Cllr Walker that the Parish Council agrees to the provision of a dog mess bin at the entrance to the allotments in Church Lane. The Parish Council was all in favour.

PROVISION OF A SEAT OR SEATS IN THE BUS SHELTER IN THE LIMES

Cllr Stuart argued that if seats were installed then the shelter would become a site for the gathering of youths which may lead to unsatisfactory behaviour. He further stated that there was a seat just outside the shelter which could be used by those waiting for public transport. The Clerk recalled that some 10 years previously when he become Clerk, a decision had been taken to remove the seating as a direct result of the misbehaviour of youths then. It was proposed by Cllr Stuart and seconded by Cllr Caunce that no seats should be provided in the shelter at this time.

NOTIFICATION OF TREE WORK BY CDC

It had come to the notice of Cllr Harris that the procedure for notifying the Parish Council of tree work within the Conservation Area, Tree Protection Orders and response times had been changed. The Clerk had spoken with Mark Berry CDC who confirmed that tree planning issues will be only given 7 days consultation period and no documents or closing date for comments information will be available on the web site. The committee was not happy with the new arrangements which did not facilitate meaningful consultation and wished to make its District Councillors aware.

COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS

There were no reports at the Committee meeting.

TASK LIST

Coordinating action for the improvement of the permissive path, subject to the approval of the owners, from Kingfisher Place to Huxley Court was added to the list.

There being no further business Cllr Caunce closed the committee meeting at 8:25pm.

REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE HELD ON MONDAY 6th OCTOBER

Cllr Jay, Cllr Mrs Land, Cllr Nicholas and Cllr Webb attended the meeting. Cllr Jay opened the meeting at 8.30pm.

Apology

Cllr Stuart apologised for his absence as he was attending a singing practice.

Draft Minutes of Previous Meeting

Page 2453 – Cllr Nicholas pointed that the expenditure for the MUGA should have been recorded in column “X” and not “XX” column of the spreadsheet. The Clerk will alter accordingly.

Matters Arising

Cotswold Children and Young People’s Thematic Partnership Grant
Cllr Jay would like to record his grateful thanks to Cllr P. Clarke (CDC) for his efforts in extracting the information from the District Council on which parishes had been successful in gaining a grant.

Spread sheet
Cllr Jay stated that an analysis of the spread sheet showed that expenditure was in line with expectations.

Recommendations of the Playing Field and Village Maintenance Committee
The following recommendation had been made: the invoice presented by R.O.W. Berry to repair the picnic table at Robert Franklin Way play area be paid. Cllr Stuart will report on Wednesday if the payment for the pruning of the laurel hedge on the Pocket Park should be made. Cllr Stuart confirmed that the hedge had been cut well.

REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE HELD ON MONDAY 6th OCTOBER

Cllr Mrs Chapman, Cllr Mrs Land, Cllr Nicholas and Cllr Webb attended the meeting. Cllr Nicholas had opened the meeting at 9pm.

Apologies
Cllr Stuart apologised for his absence as he was attending a singing practice..

Matters Arising

06/00525/FUL CT.2648/3/P
Cllr Webb asked that conditions 14 and 15 which had been imposed on the granted application for the lodges on Lake 10, Waters Edge, Cerney Wick Lane were investigated as he was concerned that they were not being observed. The Clerk will inform the Enforcement Officer at CDC.
14. Prior to the commencement of development, visibility splays of 4.5m x 120m due northeast and 4.5m x 45m due south west of the proposed vehicular access shall be cleared of all obstructions to visibility of a height greater than 600mm and shall be maintained as such thereafter. Reason: In the interests of highway safety.
15. No building work shall commence on the lodges hereby approved until a passing bay has been constructed on Cerney Wick Lane, in accordance with full design and construction details, which shall have been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority beforehand. The passing bay shall then be kept clear of all obstruction thereafter. Reason: In the interests of highway safety.

Local Development Framework

Cllr Nicholas expects that there will be a wider level of interest among Parish Councillors other than the Planning Committee in this plan. Consequently he suggested that interested members of the Parish Council should form a sub-committee and meet to discuss a single item agenda on the issue at a date and time to be arranged. The Clerk was asked to invite Tiina Emsley, Principal Planning Policy Officer at CDC to a meeting with Parish Councillors prior to the Parish Council meeting in November or December to discuss how best to proceed with collating information suitable for inclusion in the LDF.

Planning Applications received by CDC

Cllr Caunce and Cllr Harris both declared a prejudicial interest in the following application as the applicant was a business associate and left the room.

07/03605/FUL (Amendment)
Applicant: Watermark Ltd, Isis Lakes, The Spine Road, South Cerney GL7 5TL
Proposal: Amendment to previously approved scheme of holiday lodges Plots 25-50 only at Lake 11, Cotswold Water Park, South Cerney (R)
The Parish Council objects to this application because the proposed new vehicular entrance on to Cerney Wick Lane would increase the traffic problems at the junction of Cerney Wick Lane, Spine Road (B4696) and Station Road. It would, as a matter of course, cause an increase in the volume of traffic accessing the Spine Road at that junction. It is already a dangerous junction, with the volume of traffic increased substantially as a result of extensive developments in this area in recent years.
It should be noted that condition 4 of planning permission CT.2648/3/J states:
“Notwithstanding the submitted drawings, no permission is hereby granted or implied for any new access for motor vehicles onto or from Cerney Wick Lane.” 
If permission is to be granted, the Parish Council believes that it would be appropriate for the following conditions be imposed (if necessary, by way of an appropriate section 106 Agreement): 1. That the developer must fund the full cost of installing traffic lights at the Spine Road/Cerney Wick Lane/Station Road junction. 2. That the speed limit on the Spine Road, either side of that junction, should be limited to 40mph.
OBJECTION
It was proposed by Cllr Jay and seconded by Cllr Nicholas that the Parish Council ratifies the decision of the Planning Committee and objects to this application. The Parish Council was all in favour.

Cllr Caunce and Cllr Harris returned to the room.

Cllr Stuart declared a prejudicial interest in this next application as he was a close neighbour and left the room.

08/02691/LBC (Listed Building Consent)
Applicant: Mr & Mrs P. Glenville, Radnor, Langet, Upper Up, South Cerney GL7 5UT
Proposal: Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of new together with replacement of two number windows at Radnor, Langet, Upper Up, South Cerney GL7 5UT
NO OBJECTION
It was proposed by Cllr Jay and seconded by Cllr Webb that the Parish Council agrees with the deliberation of the Planning Committee and does not object to this application. The Parish Council was all in favour.

Cllr Stuart returned to the room.

08/02412/FUL
Applicant: Mr Homerston, 26 Robert Franklin Way, South Cerney GL7 5UD
Proposal: Single storey rear extension at 26 Robert Franklin Way, South Cerney GL7 5UD (R)
NO OBJECTION

08/02630/LBC (Listed Building Consent)
Applicant: Mrs T. Cochrane, Ivy Barn House, Cerney Wick GL7 5QJ
Proposal: Amendment to consent 07/03414/LBC for the revision of design and materials of lean-to roof at Ivy Barn House, Cerney Wick GL7 5QJ
NO OBJECTION

08/02759/FUL
Applicant: Mrs T. Cochrane, Ivy Barn House, Cerney Wick GL7 5QJ
Proposal: Amendment to permission 07/03415/FUL for the revision of design and materials of lean-to roof at Ivy Barn House, Cerney Wick GL7 5QJ
NO OBJECTION

08/02784/FUL
Applicant: Mr Robert Brown, 30 Beverstone Road, South Cerney GL7 5XU
Proposal: Two storey extension and alterations at 57 Meadow Way, South Cerney GL7 6HY
NO OBJECTION

08/02819/FUL
Applicant: Mr M. Church, 1 Kingfisher Place, South Cerney GL7 5TG
Proposal: Erection of single storey conservatory to rear at 1 Kingfisher Place, South Cerney GL7 5TG

It was proposed by Cllr Walker and seconded by Cllr Webb that the Parish Council agrees with the deliberations of the Planning Committee on the remaining applications. The Parish Council was all in favour.

Application to Note

07/01339/FUL CT.5189/P
Applicants: L. Johnson, J. Smith, P. Thomas, J. Archey (Owners)
Proposal: New details received – full application for retention of an extension to a residential gypsy caravan site, comprising eleven (11) additional pitches, access road, amenity units and landscaping at Plot 2319, South Road, Shorncote, Somerford Keynes

Applications Granted

08/02208/LBC CT.4031/J
Re-roofing of a bay window to the rear of the property with lead roll at Atkyns Manor, Church Lane, South Cerney

08/02299/FUL CT.6632/E
Erection of conservatory to provide dining and rest facilities at Bosch Rexroth Ltd, The Mallards, Broadway Lane, South Cerney

08/02344/FUL CT.3887/3/P
Erection of single storey extension to rear at 21 Field Close, South Cerney

08/02412/FUL CT.0144/5/F
Proposal: Single storey rear extension at 26 Robert Franklin Way, South Cerney GL7 5UD

08/02497/FUL CT.7719/D
Erection of car port at Box Bush Farm, Station Road, South Cerney GL7 5UB

Applications Refused

07/02826/FUL CT.7528/D
Revised scheme for proposed house and formation of hammerhead at Land Parcel, Ham Lane, South Cerney GL7 5UF

08/01215/FUL CT.1498/D
Proposed New House (amended scheme) at The Ridges, Station Road, South Cerney GL7 5UB

There being no further business Cllr Nicholas had closed the committee meeting at 9.40pm.

AMENDMENT TO STANDING ORDER No 55

Cllr Jay referred to Standing Order 75 for guidance. Accordingly after discussion it was proposed by Cllr Walker and seconded by Cllr Jay that the Parish Council intends to delete sub sections 55 (a) and (b) and replace them with: “The Council shall approve its estimates for the coming financial year at its meeting in the month of January.” The motion would stand adjourned without discussion to the next ordinary meeting of the Council. The Parish Council was all in favour.

MAINTENANCE OF LAND IN PUBLIC OWNERSHIP

Cllr Caunce refreshed Parish Councillors memories by explaining that this item had been adjourned at last month’s meeting as Cllr Stuart was absent and had been involved in discussions with a contractor. Cllr Stuart explained that after talking with Dave Buckley from Glebe Contractors he had decided that the idea of specifying in detail all the tasks was altogether too challenging and it would be best to continue with the current procedure which was to react to demand. Parish Councillors agreed to a suggestion from Cllr Nicholas that an entry to the present specification could be added which asked contractors to stipulate a price per hour for extra ground maintenance when needed. Cllr Harris suggested that such a condition should be subject to a specified response within a stipulated time. Cllr Caunce thanked Cllr Harris for raising the concept overall.

CORRESPONDENCE

COUNCILLORS' REPORTS

Cllr Nicholas reported that the Composting group was meeting on a regular basis. Cllr Nicholas was aware that the scheme was not covered by the Village Plan, nevertheless he requested that the Parish Council should be minded to support the group and its planned activities. Parish Councillors did not object to the idea that £1,500 is made available as it was considered a very laudable project.

Cllr Caunce asked Cllr Clarke (CDC) what plans did CDC have to monitor the occupancy of holiday homes. Cllr Clarke will enquire.

Cllr Webb asked the Clerk to request Gloucestershire Highways to resurface Northmoor Lane as the surface was becoming very worn.

Cllr Harris asked the Clerk to enquire if there was any further progress to report on the implementation of the street lighting scheme. The Clerk will contact Barry Greenaway.

Cllr Jay reported that a resident of Box Bush had highlighted an inconsistency in the road signs in Box Bush. Recently an ambulance arrived, directed by its GPS to a house in Box Bush. Although the GPS had located the property on its postcode detection program it was not completely correct due to the way properties are numbered. The medic used his mobile phone to signify his arrival to the caller but it was out of sight of the emergency. What is needed is more precise signage of where the house numbers are located. The Clerk will inform Gloucestershire Highways.

Cllr Nicholas reported that a willow tree had fallen 150m south on the canal tow path and was blocking the route on the South Cerney side.

Cllr Mrs Chapman reported that she had noticed toxic warning signs on Lake 6.

Cllr Stuart reported that he had attended the Beating of the Retreat at the Duke of Gloucester Barracks on Thursday 25th September.

He reminded Parish Councillors that Mary Mychaleckyj would be making a presentation on behalf of Young Gloucestershire on Monday 13th October at 5pm.

Cllr Stuart was increasingly skeptical about the partnership of Gloucestershire Constabulary and the community. Originally it had been designed around a joint responsibility but for whatever reason in his opinion this concept had lapsed. He suspected that police leaders had another agenda, were not as enthusiastic as previously and PCSOs were also less than cooperative. He had discussed his observations with Les Haines (CDC) pointing out that a PCSO had dissembled information regarding the organisation of a SARA meeting. He had a high regard for the efforts of PC Jon Palfrey and between them had arranged an unscheduled Neighbourhood Panel meeting of SARA for Friday 14th November at 7.30pm in the Village Hall and asked that Parish Councillors make every effort to attend.

CERNEY NEWS

Imminent dredging of the river Churn; Replacement of Bow Wow seat; Awaiting confirmation of police meeting; Bledisloe cup result.

There being no further business Cllr Stuart closed the meeting at 10.15pm.