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March 25th 2014

This summary provides key highlights from the Antony/Wilcove Parish Council meeting held on March 25th, 2014, focusing on decisions and discussions directly impacting the village. Significant topics included community safety, local amenities, and ongoing development projects.

Police and Community Safety

  • Theft Incident: One incident of generator theft from Scraesden Fort was reported.
  • Speeding Concerns: Speeding continues to be the most frequently reported issue in the Parish.
  • Community Speed Watch: Sergeant A Crow introduced the idea of forming a Community Speed Watch Group. These groups, typically 3-4 people, would be equipped with yellow jackets and speed devices to monitor traffic. Vehicles caught speeding would receive warnings, with repeat offenders facing more targeted action. The system has proven effective elsewhere. Setting up a group is expected to take 6-8 weeks, ideally with a minimum of 6 volunteers to form two groups monitoring every two weeks after police training.
  • Traffic Signs: Councillors highlighted the absence of a 'Crossroad' sign at Antony and discussed the potential purchase of a flashing speeding sign to help slow traffic.

Community Projects & Amenities

  • Tregantle Corner Signs: The Council is re-considering its decision regarding a sign advertising ‘The Adventure Bay Surf School’. The Clerk will contact Cornwall Council Highways to ascertain the cost and type of permitted sign.
  • Wilcove Play Area: The opening event for the play park is scheduled to take place soon.
  • Memorial Bench: A memorial bench for S Watts is due for delivery the week of April 14th, 2014.
  • Tregantle Car Park: A report from Cornwall Council regarding the way forward for the car park is still pending.
  • Proposed Jetty Extension: The planning application for the jetty remains pending as documents are being gathered.
  • Planters for Wilcove: The idea of installing planters at various locations in Wilcove Village was introduced. The Clerk will seek recommendations on purchasing and costing planters and bulbs.
  • Pengelly Hill Car Passing Place: The Clerk will contact Cornwall Council Highways to inquire about the cost of creating a car passing place on Pengelly Hill.
  • Pengelly Hill Pot-hole: A severe pot-hole halfway down Pengelly Hill will be reported, with a suggestion to use the ‘Fix My Street’ site.
  • Sainsbury's Car Park Signs: Directional signs in Sainsbury's car park in Torpoint need repainting, and the Clerk will request Cornwall Council to address this.
  • Wilcove Inn: A letter of thanks will be sent to the Wilcove Inn for their donation towards play equipment.
  • 'Ring O' Bells' Pub Area: The brewery responsible for the 'Ring O' Bells' pub will be asked to clear away gravel and tidy the surrounding area.
  • Dog Waste Bin: A dog waste bin will be purchased for the Woodland Walk in Wilcove.

Planning & Local Development

  • Birds Cottage Wilcove: Planning application approved.
  • Broadmoor Farm Saltash (PA14/02447): Planning application approved, although one Councillor noted the proposed development was very large.
  • Cornwall Local Plan: A proposed submission document from March 2014 regarding strategic policies will have posters displayed on Parish notice boards for community information.
  • Point Europa Concert: A concert is planned for May 17th, 2014, at Millbrook Football Club.
  • Whitsands Chalets: Discussions are ongoing regarding the potential re-situation of chalets due to a landslip at Whitsands cliffs.

Financial Approvals

  • The Council approved payments totalling (254.48 for salaries, National Insurance, and materials for the Antony Play Area.

The full, official minutes are available on the Antony Parish Council website: https://www.antony-pc.gov.uk/mobile/meetings.php

The next meeting is scheduled for May 13th, 2014, at 7.30 pm in the Wilcove Community Hall.