Minutes 9th January 2018

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DNP Working Group minutes 9th January 2018

7.00pm St. Martin’s Church

In Attendance:  Bernard Grimshaw, David Crocker, Ewan Lindsay, Gary Kirk (YL), Jim Houghton, Judy Sharpe,

Martyn Randle, Pat Crane, Colin Crane, Scott Wakefield

Apologies:  Paul Angelinetta, Lisa Botterill, Darren Tilley, June Morris, Kaye Johnson,

  1. Welcome:

Martyn thanked everyone for attending and asked for apologies to be listed.

  1. Minutes of last meeting / matters arising.

The minutes were discussed and approved as a true record and signed by Martyn accordingly.

There was one issue raised. What is happening re the constitution of the working group?  Colin reported back that this had been discussed at the last Parish Council meeting but had not been recorded in the minutes.  Jim proposed that we seek to get confirmation of our status as a working group of the Parish Council from them. This was seconded by Bernard and carried unanimously.

Chairman’s Report

Martyn wished everyone a happy new year and stated that there were some changes to the group. He explained that Linda had resigned from the group and Kaye had stepped down from the role of secretary. Thanks were given to both of them for all their hard work. Judy had taken over the role of secretary.  He stated that the last quarter of 2018 had been very busy for all and that the plan was due to be completed later this year. Bernard added that the date for the draft was July 2018.

  1. Declaration of Interest

NONE

  1. Treasurers report / grant application

Darren had emailed to say that the financial situation remained unchanged.

With reference to the grant application- Locality had queried the quotes and Gary had sent through updated documents. Colin said that his understanding was that the clerk was dealing with this and the situation was resolved. He will check with the clerk and at the resources meeting.

The Housing Assessment grant application has gone in. Bernard stated that if we get this money it is restricted to £6 000 and If we get the remaining £4 500 from Locality, there will be no more available from this source.

It was agreed to ask Darren to look at what monies might be needed post 31st March to fund future publicity, hire of venues etc.

Awards for All Grant

Gary asked if this had been applied for as it can take about 10 weeks to go through. He said Your Locale would be happy to provide any information needed. Colin confirmed that this grant could now be applied for, as it is outside the time restrictions. Bernard enquired if the Parish Council could be asked formally, if this grant could be applied for. Colin agreed to talk to the clerk about putting the Neighbourhood Development Plan as a separate agenda item for the next meeting. It was also agreed to ask Darren to apply for an Awards for All grant and liaise with the clerk as needed.

5 Desford Vision

Jim said that had been 12 hits so far on the website this year. He has agreed to upload the agendas and minutes of the DNPWG to the website in future.

Bernard queried whether the Parish Council had seen his Vision Report. Colin replied that they have had a chance to see this, but that it was not necessarily recorded in the minutes of the meeting. If it is in the minutes or if not, after the January Parish Council meeting, Jim and Bernard will upload the report to the website.

6 Communication officer’s report

Bernard reported that he and Pat had attended a very useful Leicestershire Council networking event.  They had learnt about networking county wide, Locality grants and that the borough can write to stake holders on our behalf. He had spoken to Sam Hatfield who had explained that HBBC no longer dealt with neighbourhood plans and that this was contracted out to the RCC. It was agreed that Bernard would continue to work with John Preston (RCC) over this.  Sam had confirmed that HBBC can write on our behalf.

Gary stated that all completed Neighbourhood Plans should be reviewed on an annual basis by the Parish Council  and more often if significant change occurs.

Bernard also mentioned that The Strategic Growth Plan document is due to be issued in early 2018. This is likely to impact on all Leicestershire boroughs and districts and also the city. We have an opportunity to respond to the consultation  until 5th April.

  1. FATE focus group

Jim reported that the group still had quite a lot of work to do but that it was making progress and that he was taking the lead on facilities, Martyn on employment and Colin on transport. They had collected a list of community actions and proposed policies.

Martyn noted that the use of the internet at Bosworth Academy may be affecting broadband speed in the village as a whole. He also asked that if anyone has any contact details for any local businesses in the parish to let him know.

Gary reminded all groups to phrase wording carefully as the final document will be coming from the Parish Council. He also suggested that the DNPWG should continue to be involved, even after the plan’s approval.

  1. Environmental Group

Pat reported that the group had met with John in the middle of December and had another meeting with him planned for the 29th January. John is working hard and had submitted a draft chapter for the report. Changes and gaps in this had been discussed. Jim had kindly met with the group to discuss renewable energy and had written up a draft for this section. Pat is working on descriptions for local heritage list buildings.  Judy and June on checking open spaces and wildlife scoring. Gary said that John had offered to meet informally with the group before the next planned meeting if desired. The notes from the last meeting will be written up and circulated to DNPWG with these minutes.

9 Housing Group

David reported that the housing group are having regular meetings with Derek and have another planned in January. There are many complex issues. They have looked at the SHELAA sites and are considering the development of the old buildings (Polebrook House) at Kirby Grange as an elderly person’s centre. There was a need for this, as shown by the responses to the questionnaire.

The group’s next step was to encourage land owner engagement through an open evening, to give people the maximum opportunity to respond. No date has been chosen as yet but land owners have been identified.

Gary said that Derek was confident that work would be completed by the end of March. He also asked if there had been any other discussions eg about design. David said that the design decision was to not be too prescriptive.  Gary agreed a broad design policy was probably the best idea.

Bernard commented that the group’s thoughts were that if housing development was imposed on the parish that sites to the east of the village should be considered. This is to minimise additional traffic problems near the primary school and at the top of Peckleton Lane.

10.Cross referencing /Communication between groups.

Certain topics have links between the groups.  These need to be strongly considered before putting the final document together.

The housing group’s main preferred site has been identified as land to the east of Barns Way.

Davidsons are also expected to be making a presentation to the Parish Council about their new submission. This is presumed to be the land that was previously refused planning permission.

It was suggested that the land where there are currently old garages in St. Martin’s Drive could be used for housing for older people. Martyn asked if this could be ring fenced for Desford Parish residents as a rural exception site. Gary commented there would be a good reason to show a rural exception site in the plan as it would give additional protection (but these are usually on Greenfield sites).

Judy mentioned that it would be important to maintain access to the Charity Fields through the site proposed for housing off Barns Way. The fields score very highly in the Environmental Inventory and also the land there is listed as one of the best views within the parish.

Pat asked the FATE group whether they had discussed footpaths. The idea being to create new circular footpath walks in the parish. Jim stated that footpaths had been discussed by FATE but that they were happy for the environment group to work on this.

Gary suggested that each group work at the policies from their own perspective and that he will put them together when they are ready. He suggested that the 3 group leaders should meet together a week before the next meeting to discuss this. This could be reported back and put on the agenda for next meeting.

David suggested that as Martyn gets notes from all the groups he could check this.

  1. Web page / Twitter /Spotted Desford

Colin explained that there are now two Facebook pages –Spotted Desford and Spotted Desford- the New Edition. He said it was not particularly busy at the moment.

  1. AOB

Martyn mentioned that we need to ask the Parish Council to authorise funding for the hire of St. Martin’s Church for this meeting.  Colin agreed to speak to the clerk.

Local Plan Review leaflet-   Pat had forwarded this to some of the group and will recirculate it to everyone. Parish Council can respond to this and it has to be done by the 4th March.  Members of the group offered to attend drop in sessions: 30th Jan – David and Bernard, 2nd February- Pat and Colin, 12th February – David and Bernard, 26th February- Colin. Others are also welcome to attend. Pat asked if anyone does attend to make a few notes and report back at the next meeting. Agenda item

Desford Carnival is on Sunday 10th June 2018 at SID. It is suggested we hold a stall for the villagers to see what we have been doing and to engage community interest.   Martyn agreed to return the invitation form.

A joint meeting with Newbold and Barlestone was held on the14thNovember, which Bernard, David and Pat attended. The main theme is traffic on the B582. Newbold Verdon has not had the results back from their community speed watch yet but have offered to help us if we wish. Colin has agreed to contact Roger King to discuss transport and footpaths. Minutes from this meeting will be circulated.

Gary reported that Your Locale has revamped their website and encouraged everyone to take a look. It has previously published plans and useful links on it and will be updated on a regular basis.

Gary added that Your Locale has produced an interactive presentation entitled ‘Planning Policy Pitfalls’ which is 20 minutes long. He thought that the timing was now appropriate for the group and offered to show this. It was agreed that presentation would be shown at the start of the next meeting and Bernard suggested that members of the Parish Council should also be invited to see this.  Pat agreed to invite Parish Council at their next meeting.

  1. Next meeting

7pm Tuesday 13th February 2018 at the library.

Meeting closed.  8.49pm.

I confirm this is a true record of the meeting:

Signed……………………………………………………………..   Name……………………………………………………………

Date…………………………………………………………………

Minutes 7th November 2017

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DNP Working Group minutes 7th November 2017

7.00pm Desford Library

In Attendance:  Bernard Grimshaw, Darren Tilley, Gary Kirk (YL), Jim Houghton, Judy Sharpe,

June Morris, Kay Smith, Kaye Johnson, Martyn Randle, Pat Crane, Colin Crane,

David Crocker, Scott Wakefield.

Apologies:  Paul Angelinetta, Lisa Botterill, Linda Mitchell,

  1. Welcome:

Martyn thanked everyone for attending and asked for apologies to be listed.

  1. Minutes of last meeting / matters arising.

The minutes were discussed and approved as a true record and signed by Martyn accordingly.   There was one issue raised by Bernard, What is happening re the constitution of the working group.  After discussion it was agreed that Colin would discuss further with Jake and then raise the question at the full P.C.  Colin then to report back at our next full meeting.

  1. Declaration of Interest

NONE

  1. Treasurers report / grant application.

Darren advised that Bernard has updated our milestone checklist to accompany the next Locality Grant application.  The application form is completed and ready for the PC to check over, approve and submit. Copy sent via email before the meeting for all to peruse.   There is an additional grant of up to £6k for additional items including site assessments if deemed necessary.  The housing group agreed this is a good idea.

Within the timeline Gary agreed that YL aim to get the draft plan to the PC in July 2018.  Mike and John have given feedback that they are happy with their respective groups work to date.  Derek is happy with the housing group but this will take longer to finalise.

5&6 Desford vision / communication officer’s report.

Gary and Derek thought it would be useful now to start discussing the outline of the parish’s vision.  Bernard supplied a draft copy that he had been working on for the Groups consideration.   This is to be read at home and any comments please to Bernard by Friday via email.   It was, however, agreed by all that the draft copy is a very good starting point and thanks were given to Bernard.   Gary suggested we add 1 page of history on the Parish and 1 Page on the Parish today.  This is then to be referred to the PC for their comments.

Gary advised at this stage is now important that we keep references of all consultations with the neighbourhood for the examiner to see.

It was discussed at this point if we need to start putting info out on Spotted Desford – CARRY FORWARD to next agenda.

  1. FATE focus group

Although a slow start, this group is now racing ahead and has over 25 pages of info already. Various items are still being dealt with as per the attached report.  The group is collating all info and will then review before removing any unwanted items – Gary offered to help with this if required.

  1. Environmental Group

This group has now completed a physical survey of 288 fields and 30 opens spaces.  A small group has met with Paul Grundy (HBBC) and will be looking at buildings in the Parish that are thought to be of Historical value that aren’t already a listed building; especially outside of the conservation area.   Gary suggested ranking all the open spaces against a set criteria to show if protection is or isn’t required, and needs to be balanced for and against building.

8a Housing Group

Not as advanced as other groups, but more complex.  The questionnaires gave a strong feeling of no more major developments.  The group had met tonight immediately before this meeting and now have a detailed map and can see small possible development sites.

There are 18 SHELAA allocated sites, but the next stage is to call for landowners to put their ideas forward if they wish their sites to be considered.  These will then be ranked to a set criteria.  Hence the need to consider the grant for assessing sites. Advised that Locality may question if we can complete by the end of March, but Derek has given his commitment to get the work done within the specified time.   We need to establish the ownership of all land within the Parish that may be considered. Approval from the PC is required to approve this action and fund it through hopefully the said grant.

As none of the group are experts Derek’s experience at the theme group meetings is very useful.

It has been noted that there are 6 or 7 tumbled down garages within Desford and could these possible be considered for an infill of older person properties?

9.Cross referencing /Communication between groups.

Certain topics have links between the groups.  These need to be strongly considered before putting the final document together.  The Working group needs to agree what is to be submitted to the PC for their final approval. Gary suggested a 20 minute slot in next agenda to discuss the overlaps.  Each group needs to highlight what these could be before the next meeting.

  1. Web page / Twitter etc..

Two hits a day are being recorded on the Web page.  Kay said no interest in Twitter and Kaye said no interest in Facebook.  We need to consider how this can be highlighted and more interest taken.

  1. AOB

Pat reminded all that the carnival is next June and suggested we hold a stall for the villagers to see what we have been doing and where we are at, at that time.

Kaye said she wishes to stand down as secretary from next year for personal reasons.  Judy is to meet with Kaye to see what is involved and if she wants to take this on.

David reminded all that there is a joint meeting with Newbold and Barlestone next week (14th) to compare notes as to what is happening in each village.  This is to be at the Barlestone Pavilion.

  1. Next meeting

7pm 9th January 2018 – provisionally agreed to be at the Library, however CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation) will be managing the Library from January.   To be advised if different venue.

Meeting closed.  8.47pm.

I confirm this is a true record of the meeting:

Signed……………………………………………………………..   Name……………………………………………………………

Date…………………………………………………………………

Minutes 26 September 2017

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DNP Working Group minutes 26 September 2017

7.30pm Desford Library
In Attendance:  Bernard Grimshaw, Darren Tilley, Gary Kirk (YL), Jim Houghton, Judy Sharpe,
June Morris, Kay Smith, Kaye Johnson, Linda Mitchell, Martyn Randle, Pat Crane, Lisa Botterill

Apologies:  Colin Crane, Paul Angelinetta, David Crocker, Scott Wakefield.

  1. Welcome:

Martyn discussed his chairman’s report which had been previously circulated to all.

  1. Minutes of last meeting / matters arising.

The minutes were discussed and approved as a true record and signed by Martyn accordingly.
There were no matters arising.

    1. Declaration of interest

      2. None.

          1. Treasurer’s Report and Invoice Procedure

            2. There is no change in the finance situation since the last meeting.  There is an invoice in from Your Locale for £2700, leaving £1800 of the grant monies.  After discussing the work required to use the remaining grant before 31 October the Group agreed to recommend to DPC
            a      That YL will submit an invoice in Mid October for further Focus Group meetings and research, with an updated template asap to support an application for grant to 31 March 2018 as per the latest extension of Locality funding
            b     that a housing site assessment should be carried out between October and March subject to grant being approved from the special Locality fund
            c      that future invoices will be submitted to the Treasurer with enough detail to tie it to the quote and he will arrange with the Clerk for DPC to pay it..

                1. Communication officers report

                  2. Bernard discussed his report with the group which had been circulated to all beforehand.
                  Comments:

                    1. To ask DPC to formally adopt our status as an Advisory Committee, as suggested by Jake at the LRAC)
                    2. An advisory group does not need its own Treasurer, however it can have a Financial Liaison Officer to assist the RFO in preparing reports, attending meetings etc.
                    3. There is an LCC networking event at County Hall on 28th November if anyone wants to attend, usually Bernard and Pat go, but others are most welcome.
                    4. Thanks was given to Pat for the map she kindly supplied giving a definitive border for the parish which showed that part of Botcheston is actually within the National Forest. It was suggested that perhaps we could try to arrange with landowners to use the grant possibilities to plant some trees within this designated area..
                    5. Bernard to approach the Kirby Muxloe PC clerk re any consultations for their aspirations etc, so as to link in the ‘Desford Enclave’. YL will liaise with HBBC at Local Plan level and ascertain more details of the strategic application expected for Blaby and part in HBBC and what the exact rules will be for housing allocations.
                    6. HBBC suggested that the current plan should be prepared on the basis of allocations for all uses, especially housing, up to 2026, with provision to review when the LPA has taken decisions on future borough-wide policies e.g. will there be new towns/villages? Will urban extensions take the majority? Will rural areas have to contribute more? These are being reviewed and consulted upon now, and decisions will take time.

                  6      YourLocale
                  Gary commented that the open spaces within Desford can be protected, we need to identify any sites being proposed and rank them in order for suitability to the village, giving us actual sites and reserved sites within the village for development.  Additional funding is available through locality should we wish to pursue this.
                  GK said that the progression of the plan is not as advanced as he had hoped for; this is NOT a criticism, merely a comment.  He is aware that Mike has not met with the Environment  Transport & Facilities group since the initial meeting, but Kay advised that was because of the amount of work left to them to do before asking him to attend again.  Kay to email Mike with the current stages and ask him to join them in a meeting next week.  GK said thinks that the 31 October is an unrealistic date to it all to come together and suggested we put the target date back by one month, this was agreed and hope that by our next full meeting the reality of the situation will be known.

                  7      YL Comments and feedback
                  Everyone agreed enjoying the work, but it is a mammoth task and could take longer than initially thought.
                  DD has the housing group pulling thoughts together, however one gap for info on infill housing. YL have a housing assessment which could give the info required.

                  8      Focus group meetings
                  Environment etc:
                  A map was produced for all to see with every field on within the parish. Each field has been numbered and put into a chart, then scored for various distinctions, ie beauty, views, interesting items etc…

                  It is important that we know who owns the field/open space and identify 6 – 8 areas that could be developed if necessary.   GK said it is good to have a narrative for each field for the examiner to see and suggested listing the open spaces separate perhaps with photos.

                  Housing:
                  As info in now, should be able to start drafting the vision/objectives. GK said YL can help and supply standard templates for us to infill.   We should then draw from the vision key objectives to lead into the policy sections / plan.

                  Transport etc:
                  MP had given a sample document and the group has been focussing on obtaining info on amenities in the village.   GK advised the key item must be the facility rather than the actual activities within.  With doing this there had been little time to look at Transport etc.   The latest report is to be sent to MP for his comments.
                  It was suggested that a traffic survey is required and asked if the cost could be obtained as a grant, but DT suggested that because of the time involved in obtaining quotes etc (which we don’t have), use the questionnaire section for the info required.
                  We do need highways support for any reviews and suggestion was made to consider looking for evidence of what is happening in the village, ie take photos of damage to kerbs by hgvs etc.   MP is to be asked if he is free to attend their next meeting.

                  9      Website/Facebook/Twitter updates.
                  We are not getting many hits on the website,, which GK said should increase as the plan becomes established.  Twitter is no interest and Facebook has only 17 views since inception.   “Spotted Desford” to be approached to ask if they will notify our meetings and info.  PC to be asked to share our fb page and web page info on their site.

                  10   Dropbox
                  There is a lot of info  here, but Bernard will try and find the time to re-index the list so people can more easily find the relevant items to their groups.

                  11   Character Assessment
                  This is would be advantageous but is a 2 “mammoth task”. The Group suggest that DPC  should do  character assessments on potential future development sites at this stage, and include a commitment to a full assessment at the first review of the plan.

                  12   AOB

                      • to ask DPC to include June Morris, Lisa Botterill and Rupert Pullin as members of this group; proposed by BG and seconded PC.  All in agreement.
                      • The youth questionnaire needs to be re visited and Kay Smith agreed to assist Bernard Grimshaw with this.
                      • Treasurer and GK to prepare details for the next locality grant application for the DPC October meeting.

                  13 Next meeting  Tuesday 7th November 7pm Desford Library

                  I confirm a true copy of the meeting……………………………………………………..

                  Name…………………………………………….

                  Date……………………………………………….

Minutes 8 August 2017

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Minutes of Desford Neighbourhood Plan Working Group 08.08.17.

Present: Colin Crane, Pat Crane, David Crocker , Bernard Grimshaw, Jim Houghton, June Morris, Martyn Randle, Judy Sharpe, Darren Tilley

In attendance: Richard Mugglestone (MRH)

Apologies: Paul Angelinetta, Kaye Johnson, Gary Kirk, Linda Mitchell, John Preston, Scott Wakefield

  • Minutes of 10.07.17. were agreed and signed as a true record
  1. Matters Arising:

BG asked about the progress with obtaining OS maps.  SH said that a small number of maps could probably be supplied by HBBC.  It was agreed that access to maps would be useful for the Parish Council for other occasions apart from the NDP.  CC said that he would ensure that it was discussed at the Resources Committee the following day, that DPC subscribe to http://www.getmapping.com

    1. Declarations of Interest: none made

The Chairman agreed to move item 7 to item 4

      1. Housing Needs Survey Report:
      • RM said that we could look together at ways of meeting the needs shown by the survey. This would involve further consultation if we decide to go ahead
      • If any sites are put forward for open market housing, we now have the evidence to support a request eg. that there is a proven need for bungalows
      • Of the 17 requests for open market housing, 8 were for bungalows
      • A Local Lettings Plan can be imposed on HBBC or Housing Association houses
      • Affordable Housing can be a mix of sizes and tenures
      • The results identified a need for 14 affordable homes, but cross referencing with HBBC revealed that there were another 46 on their register with a local connection
      • We could ask HBBC to reaffirm what they identify as a “local connection” and to check whether all the names on their list are still valid
      • Shared ownership is often not understood
      • Rural Exception Sites are outside the settlement boundary, but abutting it. (Land is cheaper to buy outside the boundary.  At one time, farmers hung onto land, to get a higher payment for open market developments, but this less common now that most local authorities have their 5 year land supply in place).  We would need to look at possible sites in conjunction with HBBC planning department.  An RES can now include some open market houses, but the profit from these has to be used to subsidise the affordable houses (which would be managed by a Housing Association).  They are usually small sites of 6 -10 houses.  Finding a site is the hardest part.  The 106 agreement would specify what is a “local” person.  BG asked if there any set criteria for a RES, such as proximity to bus stop, facilities etc. but there are none.
      • The affordable houses on the Bellway estate can be let to people without a Desford connection. They are allocated on a points system.  A Local Lettings Plan cannot be applied retrospectively
      • The Heart of England Housing Association are managing these. RM will ask whether it is the same HA for phase 2 of the development and what criteria they are using
      • Kirby Grange has many bungalows but they are open market or privately rented and are not affordable
      • The Report will be filed at HBBC and used to help determine future planning applications
      • RM is happy to attend any engagement events that we hold and can invite management from Housing Associations as well as developers
      • He is willing to attend the Housing Focus Group if needed
      • Work towards a RES can be progressed in parallel with our NDP work. We do not have to wait until the NDP is finished/adopted
      • LM is to be asked to write an article for the Graphic. This should include a link to Desford Vision website where people can read the report for themselves.  (Please let RM see it before publication and send to JH to put on the website)
        1. Questionnaire Report: JP had been unable to complete the report in time for the meeting. It should be ready by Friday and will be put in dropbox.  BG will e mail to those not familiar with dropbox
          1. Treasurer’s Report:
          2. There had been no change since the last meeting
          3. BG asked if there was any news of the Locality grant being extended beyond December, but there has been no announcement. Our grant runs out in October.  We will have to rebid for any unspent grant money
          4. We have not received an invoice from YL yet. GK has been asked to provide a template for Desford tasks (as against the generic template)
            1. Communications Officer’s Report:
            2. Terms of Reference & Governance for DPCNPWG: it was agreed to amend 4f to read: A quorum of members for the transaction of business is 4 including at least one DPC member
            3. DPCNPWG Roles & Processes of Focus Groups
            4. BG will send both these documents to Jake Atkinson (LRALC) for his comments and, following any further amendments, to DPC for their approval
            5. Thanks to BG for all his work on these
        1. Focus Group Reports:

      Environment: have been advised by John Martin to do an inventory of every field in the parish.  They met to number the fields on a map and found there are approx 288.  Newbold Verdon have already completed the process and found it a worthwhile exercise.  The group will do a first walk with JM on 19th August.  BG will also attend if he can.  This task will take some time

      Housing: were awaiting the HNS Report and Questionnaire Report; also analysis of the census from Derek Doran.  Next meeting 7th September

      Community Facilities, Employment & Transport: have been given a long list of tasks by Mike Preston

        1. A report on the current facilities. MP provided a model template which they are populating by passing round the group in turn, with a view to having it completed by their next meeting on 22nd August
        2. The next step will be to see if there is a community action which can be put against any of the items eg. to do something about traffic
        3. The actions identified will be used to write the policies
        4. A next meeting will be arranged with MP when they are ready
        5. Barlestone have done a Community Speedwatch and Newbold Verdon will shortly do one. DPC had decided not to do one.  The Three Villages Group are investigating whether LCC will lend the equipment to do a joint survey along the B582
        6. DPC are looking into the cost of doing a traffic survey as they were dissatisfied with the survey done in conjunction with the Neovia planning application. We need to establish the class, volume and speed of vehicles
          1. Website: the latest press release is on the front page. Usage is low.  We need to find interesting articles to publish.  Could each Focus Group do a brief report?  The HNS report will be put on.  Newbold Verdon have attracted interest in their site by publishing old photographs
            1. It is time we produced a Vision Statement. This needs to be short and snappy and must be in accord with HBBC Local Plan.  Members were asked to bring ideas to the next meeting
            2. We have not received a bill from YL. We can keep a log of the Focus Group meetings attended, but the consultants are also doing work in the background
            3. the Focus Groups should have a common policy of doing as much work as they can on their own and only involve the consultant when they have reached the final draft or need help with the next step

      Date of next meeting; Tuesday 26th September at 7pm

Minutes 10 July 2017

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Neighbourhood Development Plan Working Group Meeting
7.00 pm Desford Library 10 July 2017

In attendance: Bernard Grimshaw, Judy Sharpe, Kaye Johnson, Linda Mitchell, Pat Crane, Scott Wakefield, John Preston, Darren Tilley.

Apologies: Sam Hatfield, David Crocker, Jim Houghton, Martyn Randle, Colin Crane, Paul Angelinetta, Rupert Pullin, June Morris, Ewan Lindsay, Kay Smith.

1. Welcome, apologies & Chair’s report:
All welcomed by Pat as Martyn has sent his apologies. No chairmans report.

3. Nomination/appointment of Deputy chair:
Bernard Grimshaw and Pat Crane to share this role.

2. Minutes of last meeting/Matters arising:
These were approved as correct and signed accordingly by Pat. Just an amendment to number 7, It has been suggested to call the next public gathering the next stage in the process and not a relaunch.

4. Questionnaire results:
This tonight was only the report for the data and is draft one. Draft two will follow complete with the comments given. This will be put into drop box by John Preston. Bernard to supply a link to John Preston to allow him to do this. The report was discussed and each group is to review the comments relevant to their group. Pat thanked John for the information received so far.

5. Treasurer’s report:
We have received the locality grant of £4500, and we should receive the £100 soon from Midland Housing; however there is £100 to be paid out to the prize winners and £60 to pay out for the historic workshop course Pat and Judy attended today. There is currently £17k in the bank, but YL is still to give their invoice which will leave us with £12k. The availability of more locality grant
Runs out 31 December 2017, but Darren to check if this will be extended.

6. Communications officer report:
Bernard asked if we could sign up to the OS maps for referencing, which would be a cost to the PC of £77. Pat to check with the PC clerk what is happening re the web page the PC can already access. HBBC will supply maps but will charge for it. Scott suggested we ask the HBBC what they can actually supply and how much they will cost. John will liaise with Sam Hatfield on our behalf.

7. Code of Conduct / declaration of interest:
If we are an advisory group only we do not have to comply with statutory requirements, just a simple question at the beginning of each meeting as an agenda item will suffice. Bernard to contact Jake at LRLAC to be approached regarding this subject.

8. Focus groups reports:
All three groups’ notes (which had been sent out with the Agenda) were discussed.

9. September public meeting:
The necessity of the public meeting was discussed as we do not have full information yet to give out. It was agreed to publicise initial key points in the graphic and on local notice boards and postpone the public meeting until we have some concrete policies to offer.
10. Website/facebook/twitter updates:
The web site updates were discussed. John Preston congratulated us on our web page.
Kaye said no change on facebook other than updates put on as required. Kay wasn’t there so no update on twitter.

11. AOB
Bernard to assist Linda to do a more in depth item for the next Graphic magazine.
Kaye advised about the RCC course she attended last week, saying it was very informative and interesting.
Pat and Judy had been on the historic workshop course today; it was very informative but a lot of information given was on Northampton (where the course was held).
Kaye advised that she had sent out an email to names on the list who never attend and some replies had been received but not from all. Scott advised another email simply saying as not heard assume no further contact required.

12. Next meeting

Full WG Meeting – Tuesday 8th August 7pm start.

Meeting closed 9.04 pm.

Neighbourhood Development Plan Working Group Meeting 7.00 pm Desford Library 10 July 2017

Jul 10, 2017 | Minutes Archive

Neighbourhood Development Plan Working Group Meeting

7.00 pm Desford Library  10 July 2017

 

 

In attendance: Bernard Grimshaw, Judy Sharpe, Kaye Johnson, Linda Mitchell, Pat Crane, Scott Wakefield, John Preston, Darren Tilley.

 

Apologies:  Sam Hatfield, David Crocker, Jim Houghton, Martyn Randle, Colin Crane,  Paul Angelinetta, Rupert Pullin, June Morris, Ewan Lindsay, Kay Smith.

 

  1. Welcome, apologies & Chair’s report:

All welcomed by Pat as Martyn has sent his apologies. No chairmans report.

 

  1. Nomination/appointment of Deputy chair:

Bernard Grimshaw and Pat Crane to share this role.

 

  1. Minutes of last meeting/Matters arising:

These were approved as correct and signed accordingly by Pat.  Just an amendment to number 7, It has been suggested to call the next public gathering the next stage in the process and not a relaunch.

 

  1. Questionnaire results:

This tonight was only the report for the data and is draft one.  Draft two will follow complete with the comments given.  This will be put into drop box by John Preston.     Bernard to supply a link to John Preston to allow him to do this. The report was discussed and each group is to review the comments relevant to their group.  Pat thanked John for the information received so far.

 

  1. Treasurer’s report:

We have received the locality grant of £4500, and we should receive the £100 soon from Midland Housing; however there is £100 to be paid out to the prize winners and £60 to pay out for the historic workshop course Pat and Judy attended today.   There is currently £17k in the bank, but YL is still to give their invoice which will leave us with £12k.   The availability of more locality grant

Runs out 31 December 2017, but Darren to check if this will be extended.

 

  1. Communications officer report:

Bernard asked if we could sign up to the OS maps for referencing, which would be a cost to the PC of £77.  Pat to check with the PC clerk what is happening re the web page the PC can already access.   HBBC will supply maps but will charge for it.  Scott suggested we ask the HBBC what they can actually supply and how much they will cost.  John will liaise with Sam Hatfield on our behalf.

 

  1. Code of Conduct / declaration of interest:

If we are an advisory group only we do not have to comply with statutory requirements, just a simple question at the beginning of each meeting as an agenda item will suffice. Bernard to contact Jake at LRLAC to be approached regarding this subject.

 

  1. Focus groups reports:

All three groups’ notes (which had been sent out with the Agenda) were discussed.

 

  1. September public meeting:

The necessity of the public meeting was discussed as we do not have full information yet to give out. It was agreed to publicise initial key points in the graphic and on local notice boards and postpone the public meeting until we have some concrete policies to offer.

  1. Website/facebook/twitter updates:

The web site updates were discussed.  John Preston congratulated us on our web page.

Kaye said no change on facebook other than updates put on as required.  Kay wasn’t there so no update on twitter.

 

  1. AOB

Bernard to assist Linda to do a more in depth item for the next Graphic magazine.

Kaye advised about the RCC course she attended last week, saying it was very informative and interesting.

Pat and Judy had been on the historic workshop course today; it was very informative but a lot of information given was on Northampton (where the course was held).

Kaye advised that she had sent out an email to names on the list who never attend and some replies had been received but not from all.  Scott advised another email simply saying as not heard assume no further contact required.

 

  1. Next meeting

 

Full WG Meeting – Tuesday 8th August 7pm start.

 

Meeting closed 9.04 pm.

 

 

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Name……………………………………….   Date……………………………………

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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