Present:

Little Shelford Parish Council

Minutes of Parish Council Meeting Held on Monday 19th March 2018

Andrew Hawthorn, David Martin, Sarah Penn, Richard Patterson, David Munro, Ken Turner, David Jones, Kevin Cuffley (CCC Cllr) Charles Nightingale (SCDC Cllr) Parish Clerk: Penny Tanna Members of the public: 3

1. Apologies received and approved: B.Lury. AH to chair as DM is delayed.

2. Declaration of interests received : None

   No Public Session requested.

3. Presentation from Tim Watkins, Greater Cambridge Partnership – GCP’s aim is to support the growth outlined in the Local Plan with improvements to infrastructure relating to access to public transport. He spoke of the following proposals
   a. Growth of the existing Trumpington Park & Ride by surface expansion with an addition of up to 250 parking spaces. This is subject to planning approval. This increase will not be sufficient for future projected needs.

   b. A proposed new P&R on the western side of the junction of M11/A10 providing up to 2000 spaces. Access & egress from the site are still to be agreed. It was noted that Harston residents are opposing this scheme. c. Creation of a Rural transport hub at Foxton – a ‘park & rail. proposal. Cllrs noted the proposed 85 parking spaces would not be adequate. Level crossings are a limiting factor but the rail service was not in GCP hands. Cllrs asked about the Western Orbital scheme – this is a Highways scheme not GCP. They are looking at smart motorways and bus lanes on the Motorway. The GCP has deferred decisions until this is made clear. He noted public consultations will be held this summer and the A1307 consultation, which directly affects the Shelfords is open until 9th April. Action: Clerk to circulate the survey link to all cllrs.

   Some discussion followed. Cllr KC is on the GCP Assembly. He expressed the opinion that the schemes were being considered in isolation and needed to be looked at holistically. The increase in road use that would be caused by proposed residential developments in Uttlesford and the Bio Campus were factors that needed to be considered.

4. To resolve the Minutes of the Parish meeting held on 15th January 2018 are an accurate record and be signed by the Chair as such. (circulated prior to meeting)
   Minute: Agreed by all as a correct record, signed & dated by the Chair

5. Matters arising (not covered elsewhere): The PC has received a Community Chest grant for the renovation of the River Platform. PT is awaiting a 2nd quote before proceeding.

6. Roads, Traffic and Police report
   a) Mobility speed sign update – RP has received the sign and installed the brackets around the village. He thanked the volunteer, TH, who helped him. The sign is currently operating on High St. He noted the sign required 2-3 trained people and a step ladder to move it. The clerk has the risk assessment document. It was decided to keep relocation arrangements informal with RP overseeing the process until there were sufficient trained persons to form a rota. NB: RP holds the key to the padlock
   DM thanked RP for completing the project and it was noted that former cllr Mary Palazzo had been the instigator of the project.

7.

b) LHI for Whittlesford Rd, Bridge Ln & Church St junction. RP reported the LHI had not been successful. He also noted the LHI schedule of schemes was incorrect, showing LSPCs projected contribution as £4000 instead of £1300. Action: Clerk to notify Highway Services of the error.

A member of the public raised concerns regarding the faded white lines on the Bridge Lane junction which he felt was contributing to the speeding cars problem. Action: Clerk to report problem to HA.

County Councillors’ Report: Cllr Cuffley noted the LSPC LHI bid was not successful. However he would support it if funding became available owing to other LHIs not proceeding.
CCC has increase it’s precept for 18-19 by 4.99%. 2% of this is the additional Adult Social Care precept (permitted without a referendum). This is ring-fenced for Adult Social care. Social care accounts for around 77% of the budget.

KC stated he is committed to saving libraries but modernising them to include a more community central service role. He is now a White Ribbon Ambassador and wishes to spread the White Ribbon message to stand against bullying, violent behaviour perpetrated by men against women and girls.

South Cambridgeshire District Councillors’ report: Cllr Nightingale reported the Community Energy Grants scheme has funds available to voluntary and community sector groups and parish councils to support the delivery of local energy saving and green initiatives. They can apply for grants of up to £3000

Matters relating to the Pavilion, Wale Recreation Ground
a) Playground Project – review of quotations and decision on appointing a contractor. (quotes were circulated prior to meeting).
The Playground Action group reported they had successfully obtained grants from both WREN and Amey, bringing the Playground fund total to £85400.
The PC has received 3 quotes for the works. The subcommittee has examined them, rejecting one proposal as the equipment & design were less attractive although the price the same. Both remaining proposals are of a similar cost and quality, they contain similar play elements but of different style and layout. Both contractors are members of the Association of Play Industries and offered the same equipment guarantees and flexible payment terms.
HAGS £81560.02 ex vat (£84154 ex vat with the original specified roundabout)
Kompan £84435.33 ex vat
The Playground Action group were in favour of HAGs proposal but with a changed roundabout to meet the initial specifications. They felt the proposal most closely matched the desires expressed at public consultation and that it was a better, more play-rich design.
It was noted that the HAGS proposal had some alterations owing to equipment product line changes and new safety regulations.
After some discussion & study of the designs it was decided both quotes were acceptable and it was proposed the PC go ahead with the purchase of the playground. Cllr RP proposed, seconded Cllr AH, unanimously agreed.

Base of a new playground under the Statutory provision: Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976, s.19.
The choice of contractor is delegated to the subcommittee (AH, DM & RP). The SC to finalise the layout and order the equipment, having ensured the terms of the contract were to their satisfaction, due diligence carried out and references taken up.

The siting of the Zip wire element was discussed. It will require tree works and grass laid on the scrubby area near the right hand boundary incurring additional costs. It was suggested that the table and benches

d) Arrangements for Annual Village Meeting on 26th April 2018. DM presents his apologies and will not be present. Clerk has booked the Memorial Hall and will contact all groups for reports as usual. Refreshments to be served from 7pm , meeting to start at 7:30pm. LS Entertainments Committee will present donations raised at the LS Weekend to community groups. Nominated District and County Councillors will be invited to speak at the meeting – clerk to issue invitations.

14. Any other business:
- DM noted he has received the Village Hall accounts and will present them at the next meeting.
- It was reported trees had been felled on premises adjacent to Bradmere Lane and the wood deposited in the Lane. Action: Clerk to write to the land owner requesting an explanation.

The meeting ended 9:40pm Next Parish Council Meeting: Monday 21st May 18 Annual Village Meeting: Thursday 26th April 18

Signed __________________________________ Date _________________________ Chair, Little Shelford Parish Council