STOCK PARISH COUNCIL
Minutes Of The Meeting Held
On Monday 11th April 2005
At Stock Village Hall At 7.30pm.

Present: Cllrs. Johnson, Williams, Elliott, Lusty, Tully, Easton & Otter
In The Chair Cllr. Peacock
Minute Secretary Lorraine Green
Also Present: 1 Member of the Public

1201 DEMOCRATIC TIME.
Nothing to report.
APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE.
1202 Chelmsford Borough Councillor Ian Grundy and P.C. Adrian Elmer sent their apologies. Cllr. Lewis did not attend the meeting.
1203 MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING.
The Minutes of the last Meeting, having been previously circulated, were then duly signed as a true record of events. All agreed.
1204 GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE.
a) The Chairman read out a letter that had been received from Mrs Janet Panting, Licensing Administrator, regarding an application that had been submitted by Miss C. Stratford of 2 Webster Place for a licence to permit the public performance of plays at Stock Village Hall on the 27th-30th April and 23rd -26th November 2005 (7.30pm-11pm).
b) The Chairman read out a letter that had been E-Mailed to the Clerk from Graham Stuart regarding the Consultation document for Chelmsford Borough Promotions Strategy. Comments to be submitted by 4th April 2005. It was agreed that this was not relevant to the Parish Council so no comments were to be made.
c) The Chairman read out a letter that had been received from Mr Harris of Birch Lane regarding the increasing level of traffic at the High Street end of Common Road. The Chairman advised that he had spoken to Mr Harris and told him that he would pursue the matter with the Highways Department. The Chairman had also mentioned the matter to P.C. Adrian Elmer but he was unsure of what could be done about the situation.
d) The Chairman read out a letter that had been received from Lord Hanningfield advising that the Parish Council would be receiving a grant of £1,000.00 either to improve their IT capacity or otherwise to support the work the Parish Council are carrying out for the community. The money will be distributed via the EALC. The Chairman suggested that some of the money but used towards getting the Clerk Broadband. This was agreed. The Chairman asked the Councillors to think what they would like to use the rest of the money for. The Chairman said that he would also speak to Roger Watling to see if they needed anything for the web-site.
e) The Chairman advised that a letter had been received regarding Summer Play Activity Days. Cllr. Tully said that the Play Officer had not yet contacted her. Cllr. Tully said that she would look into the matter.
f) Cllr. Otter advised that she had received an Agenda for the Passenger Transport Meeting on the 10th May. The Chairman said that he would put the item in his Chairman's Report asking if any residents wish to raise any points. Cllr. Easton advised that it had been reported to her that there were problems with the 100 service and that it was deteriorating and that more buses were needed in the evening.
g) The Chairman advised that a notice of the Essex County Council Elections had been received and were to be put on the noticeboard.
h) Cllr. Otter mentioned the portaloo in Mill Road and the roadside obstructions on the roads around the village. The Chairman said that he would chase these matters with the Highways Department.
PLANNING MATTERS.
The Chairman read out a letter that had been received from Chelmsford Borough Council's Planning Department giving the owners of 35 Myln Meadow permission to remove dead wood. Crown - thin by removing broken branches. Crown -lift to 1m above existing crown bases on the 7 oak trees in their rear garden. Permission was also given on the largest oak in the centre of the group to cut back the broken branch to just below cut and reduce the length of adjacent rubbing branch by approximately 2.5m. Balance on the other side by approximately 2m. All cuts to be made to suitable growing points and the tree surgeon to check the structural integrity of the trees.
The Chairman read out a letter that had been received from The Planning Inspectorate regarding the Appeal made by Mr Squibb on the site at Fairfields, Marigold Lane. After investigation, the Appeal is dismissed.
The Chairman read out a letter that had been received from Chelmsford Borough Council's Planning Department refusing consent for Mr Mortar to fell to ground level 26 oaks at the boundary between Oak Hall and the land adjacent. The Chairman advised that he had written on behalf of the Parish Council to the Planning Department and Lynn Cameron objecting to the felling of the trees. Lynn Cameron has since advised the Chairman that the applicant has gone to appeal.
Cllr. Elliott reported that a large red brick wall had been erected close to the main road at 20 The Square. Cllr. Elliott advised that there was now a piece of land all around the wall next to the road, which she was concerned about. The Chairman asked Cllr. Elliott to contact the planners to see what was approved.
Applications:
Application No 05/00486/FUL.
Erection of new lift to east elevation, new windows and doors.
Location: Mackie House, 41 Dakyn Drive, Stock
Applicant: Mr James Henderson, Chelmer Housing Partnership.
Comments by 6th April. Under the Clerk's delegated power, and after consultation with Cllrs. Johnson, Elliott and Williams, no comments were made.
Application No 05/00571/FUL.
Two storey side extension and new mono-pitch roof to replace flat roof to rear.
Location: 2 Steels Cottages, Seamans Lane, Stock
Applicant: Mrs C. Shepherd.
The Chairman and Cllr. Tully declared an interest in this application. The Parish Council commented that it is visually intrusive and detracts from the open aspect. There are potential car parking problems. The extension is larger than is recommended for Green Belt.
Application No 05/00523/FUL.
Rear Conservatory.
Location: Old Barns, The Tye, Margaretting, Stock
Applicant: Mr Wreathall.
The Parish Council had no comments to make.
Results:
Application No 04/02647/FUL
2 no. first floor side extensions, conversion of garage to living accommodation and creation of new vehicle crossover.
Location: 4 Myln Meadow, Stock
Applicant: Mr & Mrs D. Massey.
Withdrawn.
Application No 04/02663/LBC
Demolition of single storey lean-to, existing flat roofed extensions and outbuildings. Construction of part two storey, part single storey rear extensions and internal rationalization.
Location: 21 High Street, Stock
Applicant: Lingwell Services Limited.
Approved
Application No 04/02662/FUL
Demolition of single storey lean-to, existing flat roofed extensions and outbuildings. Construction of part two storey, part single storey rear extensions.
Location: 21 High Street, Stock
Applicant: Lingwell Services Limited.
Approved
Application No 04/02661/FUL
Demolition of existing dwelling and outbuilding and erection of new replacement dwelling and outbuilding.
Location: Scriveners Farm, Madles Lane, Stock
Applicant: Mr & Mrs M. Dawes.
Approved
Application No 04/02645/FUL
Demolition of existing farmhouse and stable block and ancillary outbuildings. Erection of a new farmhouse, restoration of existing barn for ancillary storage, re-building of outbuildings to form garages, hobby room and storage.
Location: Holes Place Farm, Downham Road, Stock
Applicant: Mr D. Sporton.
Approved
Application No 05/00165/FUL
Demolition and reformation of kitchen, utility room and conservatory. First floor extension over porch. Ground floor and two storey extensions to side and rear.
Location: 6 The Lindens, Stock
Applicant: Mr & Mrs P. Williams.
Withdrawn.
Application No 05/00097/FUL
Single storey rear and two storey side extensions and new front porch.
Location: 47 Well Lane, Stock
Applicant: Mr & Mrs A. Zacharias
Approved
Application No 05/00150/FUL
Two storey side extension.
Location: 1 Steels Cottages, Seamans Lane, Stock
Applicant: Mr Tim Colman and Miss Sandra Moore.
Approved
1206 FINANCE.
Parish Councillor Allowances.
The matter was discussed and it was agreed that all Councillors should write to the Clerk before the next meeting advising her whether they are either claiming or forgoing their entitlement to expenses. It was agreed that any expenses would be paid at the next meeting.
Cheques to be Signed - The following cheques were approved for payment and signed:
101034 £579.53 Mrs L.J.Green Salary 1.3.05 - 31.3.05
101035 £92.26 Inland Revenue Only PAYE and N.I.
101036 £58.97 Mrs L.J.Green Expenses
101037 £211.00 Mr P.H. Williams Pond Clearance and Grass Cutting 16/2/05
101038 £334.88 Ingatestone Forge Metal Grille Well Cover for Renovated Pump
101039 £48.42 Mrs L.J.Green Expenses
Transfer of Funds - On the 11th April 2005 notice had been given to transfer £2,000.00 from the Business Reserve Account to the Current Account. Transfer due on 18th April 2005.
On the 6th March interest amounting to £232.05 had been credited to the Interest Tracker Account and £61.04 to the Business Reserve Account.
1207 ANNUAL PARISH MEETING PREPARATION.
The Chairman said that he would draft out a set of comments, which would be put on the opposite side of the poster Cllr. Otter was designing. A copy would then be distributed to every householder. The Chairman said that he would organise the wine and it was agreed that Cllrs. Johnson and Williams would organise the snacks.
Cllr. Johnson reported Bishop Thomas was celebrating 25 years as Bishop on the 24th July. Cllr. Johnson advised that she had been invited to a meeting as representative of the Parish Council to discuss the arrangements. Cllr. Johnson advised that John Carter would be providing the drinks at the Bishops House but Margaret Carter, Phyllis Lowe and herself had been asked to seek volunteers to help with snacks. Cllr. Johnson asked for any volunteers to contact her. The Chairman did not feel that the Parish Council should advertise the event as it was not being organised by the Parish Council.
1208 DATE OF THE NEXT MEETING.
The next Meeting of the Parish Council is on Monday 25th April 2005 at 7.30pm and the Annual Parish Meeting is on Wednesday 27th April at 7.30pm in Stock Primary School.
1209 CLOSED MEETING FOR OPENING TENDERS AND CLERK'S SALARY.
The quotations were opened and discussed.
Common Car Park - It was agreed that the quotations were too expensive so this project would not continue.
Church Car Park - After discussion it was agreed that the Clerk should ask S.D. Landscapes to re-quote without filling the pot-holes with concrete and then the quotations would be looked at again at the next meeting.
Road outside Almshouses - The matter was discussed and it was agreed that a decision would be made at the next meeting. Cllr. Otter suggested getting information from Chelmsford Borough Council regarding the drainage outside the Almshouses. It was agreed that this was a good idea.
Cllr. Johnson agreed to ask Carl Swift for quotations for the Church Car Park and Road outside the Almshouses.
The Chairman advised that Cllr. Elliott and himself had met the representative from Wicksteed and the quotation for erecting new equipment on the existing play area was £15,900.00. The delivery time was 8 weeks. It was agreed that the Parish Council would write to the Cricket Club and advise them what they are doing. It was also agreed that the Parish Council should write to Lord Petre to obtain his permission. The Chairman advised that the Clerk and himself were going to look into what grants were available.
The Clerk was asked to leave the room whilst her salary was discussed. It was agreed that the Clerk would be moved to SCP 20 on the salary scheme.
The Chairman thanked everyone for coming; the meeting closed at 8.45pm.
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