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PRESENT: Cllrs Eric Pelter, Stuart Close, Barbara Atkinson, Colin Hall, Ted Lawson, City Cllr Peter Williamson, 2 members of the public and the Clerk Gillian Hodgson.
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Minutes of the Parish Council meeting 23rd November 2015 were read and signed as a true record by Cllr Pelter.
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Clerk's Report (matters arising): Bus Service 81A/B LCC subsidy removal; 300 survey results returned to City Cllr Williamson, Stagecoach to notify public 56 days prior to any change (01/02/16). Current total subsidy for all 81A/B journeys is £170,000 per annum.
Vehicle speed through village; proposal to participate with Arkholme and Gressingham PC's towards a WAGtail SpID Speed Indicator Device similar to that at Over & Nether Kellet.
Burrow Mill Lane degredation of surface & potholes reported again 06/01/16 Ref:115281 reply from Lancashire County Council Public Right of Way BW11 Ref: PRW/109528 confirming it will be inspected as soon as possible. Loyn Bridge, Gressingham closed until further notice.
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PACT
1 crime reported in October - anti-social on or near Loyne Park. 1 crime reported in November - anti-social behaviour on or near Docker Lane. The link to local crime figures online www.police.uk Lancashire Constabulary > Upper Lune Valley, enter your postcode.
Contact details: PC 3573 Rob Barnsley or PCSO 7109 Sarah Shepherd tel.no 101 or Email [email protected]
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FINANCE
Cllrs agreed on cheques payable to Post Office Ltd PAYE HMRC No.490 £49.80; S137 donation cheques to Royal British Legion No.485 £40.00, Wagtail Playgroup and Toddlers No.486 £100.00, North West Air Ambulance No.487 £100.00, Arkholme & District Women's Institute No.488 £100.00, Whittington Village Hall (annual rent) No.489 £150.00
Current Account sheet 263 9th Dec £1,444.30.
Bonus Saver Account sheet 48 25th Nov £143.26
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PLANNING
15/01366/OUT Outline application for the erection of 18 dwellings with associated access and change of use of barn to a mixed use comprising a dwelling (C3) and a shop/tearoom (A1/A3) and relevant demolition of the existing agricultural buildings for Mr Edward Mackereth, Whittington Farm, Main Street, Whittington, LA6 2NX Cllrs comments noted.
15/01450/LB Listed building application to facilitate the conversion of office/workshop into two dwelling houses (C3) including demolition of part of listed building with erection of a two storey extension and erection of one new dwelling house (C3) for Mr Nick Hall, Old School, Main Street, Whittington, LA6 2NY Cllrs comments noted.
15/01449/CU Change of use of office/workshop into two dwelling houses (C3) including demolition of part of listed building with erection of two storey and erection of one new dwelling house (C3) for Mr Nick Hall, Old School, Main Street, Whittington, LA6 2NY Cllrs comments noted
Planning applications available for public viewing at: http://planapps.lancaster.gov.uk/publicaccess/
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Correspondence received & discussed: LALC Future meeting dates; 25th January Ellel Community Rooms; 28th March Arkholme Village Hall; 30th May Melling Institute (meeting & AGM) LALC December newsletter, Annual report. Lancashire County Council Environment Bulletin January 2016. Notification of road closure Saddler Nook Lane & Biggins Lane daily between 08:00 hrs until 17:00 hrs from 22.02.16 to 25.03.16 Diversion Hutton Roof Road to Church Street to Robraine. LCR Winter magazine, Clerks & Councils Direct January issue 103.
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Business introduced by Councillors
"Clean for the Queen" village litter picking Saturday 5th March, meet Whittington Village Hall 09:45 hrs, please wear bright clothing that is suitable for current weather conditions and sturdy gloves for your safety and comfort. If you are able, supply your own litter pickers and strong bin bags. Children must be accompanied by adults. Refreshments available in Whittington Village Hall on completion. It has been noted that dog faeces are in evidence, again, particularly along Main Street. Councillors remind dog owners to please clean up after their own dog has defaecated on public land.
Date of next meeting Monday 21st March 7.00pm in Whittington Village Hall.
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