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September 5th 2017

This summary covers the key discussions and decisions from the Antony Parish Council meeting held on September 5th, 2017. Updates were provided on various community projects, financial matters, and planning applications, with a particular focus on ongoing improvements and maintenance across the village.

Community Updates & Projects

  • Antony Playpark Fencing: Maintenance work has been completed.
  • Antony Church Chippings: A quote of £4,500 has been received for the work, and the Council is exploring potential part-funding from Cormac.
  • Pengelly Close Sign: The sign has not yet been moved, and the Clerk will follow up with A Drake.
  • Yonderberry Cottage: The Clerk will contact Cornwall Housing regarding rubbish removal and construction issues, suggesting it is their responsibility as landlord.
  • Playground Equipment: An application for grant funding will be submitted via Tesco and Groundwork South West.
  • Antony Planters: Councillor Lobb is tasked with purchasing new plants.
  • Traffic Issues: It has been confirmed that no funding is available from Cormac for traffic improvement works in Antony.
  • Footpath Maintenance: The Council decided not to take on responsibility for footpath maintenance as part of the Local Maintenance Partnership (LMP) offer.
  • Playground Inspection Report: Both playgrounds have low-risk items needing attention. Councillors Lobb and Pidgen will remove items beyond repair and undertake other necessary repairs.
  • Abbotscourt Hedges: The hedges of the allotment field require trimming. The Clerk will contact Antony Estates.
  • Wilcove Moorings Contract: Antony Estates has proposed a nearly 50% increase in the fee. Councillor Carter will liaise with the Mooring Committee, and the Council will review this at the next meeting.
  • Dangerous Mooring (Wilcove Lake): The Clerk will contact the mooring owner to ensure it is properly bedded.
  • Parking Issue (Antony Hill): This issue will be reported to the Police.
  • Nuclear Incident Safety Leaflets: The Clerk will order more leaflets.
  • Hedge Maintenance (Wilcove): The Clerk will write to Antony Estates to request they recut the hedge entering Wilcove.
  • Village Signs: Councillor Shepherd will arrange for "No dog / Dog litter" signs in Wilcove and provide some to Councillor Lobb for Antony.
  • Defibrillator: Wilcove Inn is fundraising for a defibrillator. Councillors will discuss whether to contribute from the Community Benefit Fund or install one themselves with a contribution from the pub.
  • Bonfire Event (Wilcove Inn): The Clerk will contact Mr Donlin to inquire about plans for this year's event and request relevant paperwork.

Planning Applications

The Council reviewed the following applications:

  • PA17/04993 Antony House, Ferry Lane, Wilcove: Withdrawn.
  • PA17/03731 Ferrymans Cottage, Ferry Lane Wilcove: Approved.
  • PA/17 06573 Fir Cottage, Antony: Approved, awaiting Cornwall Planning decision.
  • PA17/07153 5 Pengelly Close, Wilcove: Approved, awaiting Cornwall Planning decision.

Finance Matters

The financial report for 2017/18 as of September 1st, 2017, was reviewed.

  • Overall Financial Position: Total funds available for the Parish Council (excluding the Solar Community Benefit Fund) were £7,161.74. The total funds available including the Community Benefit Fund were £10,657.74.
  • Receipts: Key receipts included £3,500 from Precept (50% of budget) and £360 for website transparency funding (72% of budget). Total receipts received to date were £4,103 against a budget of £8,291.
  • Payments: Significant payments included £1,360 for Antony Grass control (88% of budget) and £1,069 for Wilcove Grass control (74% of budget). Total payments made to date were £4,925 against a budget of £10,496.
  • Solar Field Community Benefit Fund: The fund has an available balance of £3,436 as of September 1st, 2017. Expenditure from this fund included £300 for Tamar Community Trust Wacker quay project, £60 for Wilcove Gardening Club, and £60 for Antony Planters (awaiting invoice/receipts).
  • Approved Payments: A total of £2,822.91 in payments were approved for various services including grass control, churchyard maintenance, clerking, and website fees.

Police Incidents

Two incidents were reported in the parish:

  • One incident of drug-related behaviour in May 2017.
  • One incident of anti-social behaviour in June 2017.

The Council reviewed and approved the bank reconciliation report. The Clerk has been tasked with preparing the budget for the next meeting.

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 Monday 16th October at Wilcove Community Hall. The meeting finished at 9.25pm.