PRESENT ; ^{Mr .Gerry Sayers}

Mrs.Lynn Osborne, Mrs.Linda Turner, Mrs.Moira Vaughan, Mrs.Rosemary Yarrow

Also 10 members of the public, Ros Roderigo (District Councillor) and Jenny Kenton (County Councillor) and P.C.S.O.Gareth Allington

Apologies – P.C.S.O. Ben Samways

Public time -. a) Andy Treble and 5 Youth members of the Parish gave a short presentation requesting a skate park facility as - they are now older than allowed on the play equipment – they cause dismay to drivers if using the road – and it would be a place to socialise. . The design structure shown would be fixed down, but could also be removed at any time Full costing plan will be available for next meeting. It would be used for approx 5 – 12 people on a regular basis plus the current younger children in future years. They suggest the bottom corner of Combe Wood Recreation Field, with screening of planting or fencing, etc. to help alleviate any noise Signs would be put up stating for over 12 years olds only. The Youth Club members would ensure it is kept in good condition. The ongoing maintenance costs would be part of the financial plan. Extra insurance costs would be involved. It will be considered at the next meeting when more details are to hand.

b) P.C.S.O.Gareth Allington gave a report regarding some burglaries of lead, bicycles, and plants that occurred during the weekend of 17/18 July. They are awaiting forensic results, More patrols arranged, and residents should take precautions, especially as scrap metal prices are high at the moment. Report even the smallest incident which could add to the overall picture, as this type of crime is Countywide.

Louise Cowl is the new beat Officer for this area. Gareth was thanked for attending.

c) Ros Roderigo, District Councillor – Standards Committee is being dismantled, but Code of Conduct will continue. The Localism Bill has been delayed until April .

d) David Selley gave a presentation regarding the Relief in Need Charity in 1869 5 charities amalgamated Parish Council confirms the 4 senior Trustees when a new term of office is required. A further 6 Trustees are co-opted. Monies are distributed every 6 months to people who need help, i.e taxi fares to hospital, etc. A copy of the accounts are given to the Parish Council annually

Minutes of the Parish Council meeting held on 27th June 2011 were approved as a true record, and signed,

• App.11/02330 Combe St.Nicholas CEVA School. Wooden canopy and climbing wall.

No objections 1 letter of objection received.

• App.11/02654 Mr.J.Lanfear, Pudleigh Fish Farm, Revised design of log cabin. No objections

• App. 11/02804 Mr.Nicholls, Ashville, Rackstile, Wadeford. Porch + 1 window on south side.

No objections

A meeting was held with Sue Freeston, Chair of School Governors, regarding the proposed re-surfacing of the School car parking area. 18 months ago a plastic grid was put down on top of the grass area, but it has not worked as part of the land has sunk and some plastic broken.

Quote obtained by Governors is for underpinning with rubble and gravel. Another covering has been suggested (4” stone and 4” of recycled road tarmac) which is much harder wearing to be placed in central area, using current plastic mat for actual parking, Size of replacement area – 8 mtr x 23 mtr.

Work may be able to be carried out during the School holidays. Staff should use this new facility with wheeled carrier if necessary for heavy bags, etc. It was proposed and resolved to give financial help by means of Section 137 scheme to the school (vat can be refunded) A new quote to be obtained by the Parish Council currently estimated at £1662 + £332 vat = £1994

See public time.

5 volunteers have come forward to help John White replace the wood edging of the safer surfacing..

This field is currently under-used but costs approx.£460 p.a. for grass and hedge cutting costs.

Future use – next Agenda

a) Another accident on the Wadeford bends, dismantling the railings by Fforden. Highways to be contacted re possible barrier. 50 accidents have occurred during approx. 8 years.

b) Brambles very overgrown near the bus-stop by The Haymaker. Contact to be made re clearance.

c) Some overgrown hedges are causing larger vehicles to cross centre lines.

a) Rt.Hon.David Laws, M.P. will be holding a Village Surgery in the Parish at 6pm on 27th July

b) Yarlington Housing Group – Walk around Village Community areas 18th August 10am – 12.30

34/11 Police/Crime – see Public Time.

a) Letter of thanks for recent donation of £1500 from the Village Hall Committee for refurbishments.

The following payments were checked and agreed.

Mrs.A.Hunt (Exp, tel. and computer allowance) £28.93

Society of Local Council Clerks (annual sub) £82.00

a) Informal Meeting to discuss future plans for Parish to be held in October.

b) Walk around Moormans being arranged for early August. .