Bodham Parish Council (Corpusty Ward)
This page contains information about Bodham Parish Council.Your Parish Councillors are:
Trevor Bowen (01263 588488)
Harry Bruford, Chairman (01263 588122)
Terry Comber, Vice-Chairman (01263 588105)
Pat Cubbit (01263 712611)
Mik Godfrey (01263 588312)
Martin Hooper (01263 588272)
John Mack (01263 825036)
Clerk to the Council: Barbara Emery (01263 822705)
Contact email: bodhampc@aol.com
County and District Councillor (District Council ward of Corpusty): John Perry-Warnes (01263 821125)
For the first time since 1999 the Parish Council has enough candidates to warrant an election. The above councillors were elected on 3 May 2007 with a turnout of 66%.
Bodham Parish Council meets monthly in the Village Hall, usually at 7.30pm.
The dates of Parish Council meetings for 2009 are:
12 January, 2 February, 2 March, 6 April, 11 May (Annual Parish Meeting), 1 June, 6 July, 3 August, 7 September, 5 October, 2 November, 7 December
All parishioners and the press are welcome.
The affordable housing was started in mid-April 2007 and completed in February 2008
Hall Close houses are now fully occupied.
There are three names on the waiting list for allotments.
At the June 2008 meeting of the Parish Council Mr Mik Godfrey as co-opted to the Parish Council.
At the September 2009 meeting of the Parish Council Mr Martin Hooper was co-opted to the Parish Council to replace Mr Callum Ringer who resigned. Mr. Ringer was our youngest councillor and possibly at just 18 the youngest in the county at the time of his election.
BODHAM PARISH COUNCIL
NEXT MEETING
MONDAY 7TH DECEMBER 2009 BODHAM VILLAGE HALL 7.30PM. The agenda will appear here in the week before the meeting. Please contact the Clerk if you have any issues you need to tell us about.
The November minutes will appear here shortly.
OCTOBER 09 MINUTES
MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD BODHAM PARISH COUNCIL ON 5th OCTOBER 2009 IN BODHAM VILLAGE HALL COMMENCING AT 7.30PM
PRESENT: Mr. H. Bruford Chairman. Mr. T. Comber Vice Chairman. Mr. T. Bowen, Mr. P. Cubitt, Mr. M. Godfrey, Mr. M. Hooper and Mr. J. Mack.
Also in attendance were the Clerk, Mrs. B. Emery, Mr. J. Perry Warnes and one member of the public.
1. TO AGREE TIME FOR PUBLIC SPEAKING AND GUEST SPEAKERS
The above was agreed. Mr. John Perry Warnes gave a report.
2. TO NOTE APOLOGIES AND CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE
None.
3. TO HEAR ANY DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN FORTHCOMING ITEMS
None
4. TO AGREE MINUTES OF MEETING HELD 7TH September 2009
Page 389/9/c the word "hedge" was inserted also page 389/9/e the words "contribution for cost of" were inserted. These were initialled by the Chairman and the Minutes were then agreed as a true record.
5. TO AGREE THE RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF ASSISTANT FISHING WARDEN
Mr. K. Atkins appointment as assistant warden for the Marl pit was agreed by all.
6. ONGOING ITEMS FOR REPORT
a. Bus Shelter update: The Clerk had details of two companies and these were discussed. A company called "Shelutions" were favoured and it was agreed to accept the cost of a shelter 2 metres at a cost of £2605.00. Mr. Comber and Mr. Mack were to check measurements on the pavement. It was proposed by Mr. Comber seconded by Mr. Bruford and agreed that the youngsters in the village should be involved in choosing colour schemes.
b. New bus stops A148: Two new bus stops had been proposed for the A148. The project is on hold until further investigations are carried out.
c. Permanent Signs for Car Park: This matter is in hand.
d. Quality Status: The Clerk suggested that as she will be working for another Parish Council in the new year, Bodham Parish Council pay half the cost of training and registration. This was agreed.
e. Victory Housing land in The Street: The Clerk would write to Victory Housing to see what can be done about the untidy verge near the phone box.
f. Rubbish in Hall Close: Mr. Bruford has followed this up but nothing has been done to date.
7. TO DISCUSS TAKING OVER LAND PRESENTLY OWNED BY VICTORY HOUSING.
It was suggested that Bodham Parish Council could take over the land opposite the Village Hall at present owned by Victory Housing. Some of the garages are in a bad condition and have asbestos in them, which would have to be removed. The Clerk was instructed to write to Victory Housing about this matter.
8. COUNCILLORS REPORTS
Mr. Comber reported on the NALC meeting. Also his attendance at a training course.
Mr. Comber had visited Bodham Youth Club with a view to form a Youth Council with year 6 age upwards. Mr. Comber will also conduct a Councillor Surgery on Saturday morning during the table top sale.
Mr. Hooper gave a safety update for the A148. Although a crossing would not be put in, the gateway enhancement is due within this financial year. The Parish had not given up hope of a crossing.
Mr. Bowen asked about the situation with Drakes Patch and Windrush Farm in Hart Lane. Mr. Perry Warnes would try to find out.
Mr. Bruford reported that Hall Close now had full occupancy. Also that the seat by the telephone box is dilapidated and needs replacing. Item for next agenda "Playing Field Insurance donation consideration."
9. FINANCE
a. To agree payment of invoices for:
Mazaars External Auditor £138.00 Agreed.
b. Standing Order/Direct Debits paid and approved to:
Eon Energy for September 09 £30.00
c. Income received from:
Lloyds Bank Parish Plan Acc: £0.04 September
Lloyds Bank Business Acc: £0.05 September
Allotment Rents to date £30.00
d. New Financial Regulations: The Clerk would draft up these for the next meeting.
e. To discuss funding for training/clerk and councillors: It was agreed that £250.00 should be included in the budget.
f. To consider putting a telephone line in the Village Hall: The request was for a donation towards a line but the Village Hall committee are against the idea.
10. CORRESPONDENCE
Incoming:-
Mazaars, completion of the annual audit
NNDC form for requesting the precept to go on next agenda
"Secret Gardens" garden and building services. (advertising)
Norfolk NALC invite to coffee and chat 12th November 2 - 4pm at Groveland Farm Shop, Thorpe Market Rd, Roughton.
Norfolk RCC, details of meeting Tuesday 13th October 2009 4 - 6pm further details from the Clerk.
Cromer Town Council, Public Meeting for with David Prior and Norman Lamb to discuss the future of Cromer hospital. Thursday 15th October 2009 7pm Cromer Community Centre, Garden Street.
NNDC, Nth Norfolk LDF Core Strategy Single Policy Review explained by the Clerk and circulated. Documents also on CD for circulation.
East of England Regional Assembly, 2031 Scenarios for housing and economic growth. Consultation document is online at http://www.eera.gov.uk/
Comments to be received by Tuesday 24th November 09. We are encouraged to comment online.
NNDC, Local Government Review of Norfolk. Clerk read out.
Holt area Forum meeting notes. Circulated
NNDC , Re: Annual Parish and Town Council Conference 2009. Cromer Parish Hall 11th November 2009 from 6.30 - 9pm. Requesting details of attendance and suggestions for agenda
Norfolk RCC leaflets summary business plan and score card. Also Summary of changes to the Articles of Association on which there will be further discussion at a general meeting on Tuesday 3rd November 4 pm at Ambassador Way Greens Rd, Dereham NR20 3TL. Circulated
11. PLANNING
20090920 Rectory Road, build two storey dwelling. Objections raised and sent in.
20090927 Roseacre Bodham, single storey extension. No objections.
12. TO CONFIRM DATE TIME PLACE MEXT MEETING
2nd November 09 7.30 Bodham Village Hall.
SEPTEMBER 09 MINUTES
MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD BY BODHAM PARISH COUNCIL ON 7TH SEPTEMBER 2009 IN BODHAM VILLAGE HALL COMMENCING AT 7.30PM
PRESENT: Mr.H. Bruford, Mr. P. Cubitt, Mr. J. Mack. Mr. M. Godfrey, Mr. T. Bowen, Mr. T. Comber. Mrs. B. Emery ( Clerk) Five members of the public.
1. TO NOTE APOLOGIES AND CONSIDER ACCEPTANCE
Mr. John Perry Warnes (NNDC) was unable to attend this meeting.
2. TO HEAR ANY DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN FORTHCOMING ITEMS
None.
3. TO AGREE MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON 6TH JULY 09
The above minutes having been circulated beforehand were agreed as a correct record by all and signed as such by the Chairman.
4. TO CONSIDER CO-OPTION OF NEW COUNCILLOR
Mr. Martin Hooper was the candidate for co-option and spoke briefly to the Council. A resolution was made to accept Mr. Hooper onto the Parish Council. This was proposed by Mr. T. Comber seconded by Mr. M. Godfrey and agreed unanimously.
5. ONGOING ITEMS FOR REPORT
a. Bus Shelter update. There were no figures available from bus companies yet. The Clerk had received prices and the cost was likely to be approximately £3000 to £5000 depending on style and size. It was agreed that style would be simple cantilever with barrel roof and two metres in length.The Clerk was concerned that residents immediately behind the proposed bus shelter would object. Someone would need to talk to them first.
6. REPORT OF NEW PROPOSED BUS STOPS A148
It had come to the notice of the Council that new bus stops were to be installed at the east end of the village on the A148 in the region of the entrance to Little Lane. Details were given and a map of the area with the stops detailed passed round members. The Parish Council had not been contacted for opinions only notice of intention was made by letter from Mott Macdonald, the contractors who informed the clerk that it was Norfolk Green bus company who requested the stops. It was agreed to inform them that a stop on the Little Lane side would be acceptable but not on the north side as this would be dangerous and probably not used.
7. TO DISCUSS PURCHASE OF SIGN FOR CAR PARK
Warning sign for cars parked at own risk. Temporary signs were in place and Mr. Bruford was to get prices for permanent ones.
8. TO DISCUSS QUALITY COUNCIL STATUS
The Clerk explained the benefits of becoming Quality Status and also the dangers of being "left behind" if this was not pursued. Mr. Comber also spoke on the subject and urged members to consider working towards this including putting the Clerk forward for the CiLCA qualification. This is needed as part of the portfolio.
After discussion a resolution was made to pursue the matter of working towards the Parish Council becoming Quality Status. This was proposed by Mr. Comber seconded by Mr. Bruford and agreed unanimously.
9. REPORTS FROM COUNCILLORS
a. Nuisance at the Marl Pit fishing facility: Mr. Bruford reported that the problems at the Marl Pit was ongoing. The latest vandalism reported was netting put down which trapped fish. A letter had been sent to one known offender. Mr. Harmer, fishing warden, had dealt with this and it was suggested that he has an assistant. Mr. Derek Atkins had volunteered and would help Mr. Harmer. His official appointment would be ratified at the next meeting.
b. Vandalism at the Croquet Club ground. Mr. Bruford reported damage to the lawn with the stop boards being moved onto it. Contents of the dog waste bin had been removed and thrown onto the lawn. The offenders have been spoken to and an apology with a promise that it wouldn't happen again had been received.
c. Mr. Peter Bedell and Mr. Winston Smith were thanked for cutting grass around the bus shelter in the street. The garages behind the shelter were in a bad state and Victory Housing had been contacted by Mr. Comber. Nothing has been done to date.
d. Mr. Hooper gave an undate on Speedwatch.
e. It was reported that Mr. Hamment had asked for a telephone line to be put in for the Youth Club and had been informed that permission was needed from the Village Hall Committee.
f. Mr. Godfrey reported that Weybourne Road was still being used as a "rat run". A parishioner had counted 75 vehicles using the road.
It was agreed at this point to adjourn the meeting for public speaking.
Meeting resumed.
10. FINANCE
a. To agree payment of invoices for:
Clerks Salary and expenses £698.20.
Retrospective agreement for cheque paid to fishing warden, reimbursement for materials used £21.67.
SLCC subscription £72.00
The above payments were agreed unanimously.
b. Standing orders report: Eon Energy £30.00 for July £30.00 for August 09 for electricity supply. TT Jones £103.50 for July August September street lamp maintenance.
Income Report. Fishing Fees £65.00
VAT refund £171.87
Bank interest parish plan account for July £0.04 August £0.04
c. Business account July £0.05 August £0.05
11. CORRESPONDENCE
Listed for councillors as follows.
Incoming for information only from:
Norfolk County Council, traffic order for closure of road 28th September 09 for one day.
Email, informing that the Boundary Committee is not providing any advice to the Secretary of State in relation to Norfolk and Suffolk by the 15th July09.
Email about carshare scheme.
Norfolk County Council, change to telephone numbers. Details given out by the Clerk
Norman Lamb annual village tour at Bodham 11th September 09.
Email. Invitation for coffee and informal chat with Sarita Presland NALC at Cley Nurseries 7th October. Details from Clerk given out.
C.A.B. AGM 9th Sep 09, details from Clerk.
Cromer Town Council informing of visit by David Prior 15 Oct, further details from Clerk.
East of England Plan Public consultation event. Details from Clerk.
NALC AGM 12th September Hevingham. Further details from Clerk.
NALC. Strengthening Local Democracy. Details copied to all Councillors.
North Nfk Safer Communities Partnership - Face the People Event. Details available.
NALC Initial Training.
Terimpex Ltd. Clothes Bank to be altered to new company. Members informed of details.
Reply from Highways by email referring to the verge in The Street by phone box. Planters could be put in but the area needed to be renovated first and permission would have to be sought. Highways informed that it would be the responsibility of the housing association.
NNDC Strategic Housing Manager referring to a new scheme. Details available from the website given out by the Clerk.
12. PLANNING
a. To discuss Planning and Bodham Youth Club
b. 20090684 Mr and Mrs Paterson, The Cottage, Rectory Road,erection of 1st floor extension and front porch. No objections This was granted 2nd September 09.
c. 20090804 Mr. Alan Prince, dwelling at Cromer Road Bodham. Continued use of Beauty Salon. No objections.
The way plans were looked at was discussed and all agreed that all members wanted to look at plans and not to have a committee. A resolution was made that: The Clerk would take the plans to Mr. Comber first who would look at them with Mr. Mack then take a full report with the plans to all other members. This was proposed by Mr. Comber seconded by Mr. Mack and agreed unanimously.
TO CONFIRM DATE TIME PLACE MEXT MEETING
Monday 5th October 2009 Bodham Village Hall 7.30PM
The meeting closed at 9.20pm
JULY MINUTES
MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD BY BODHAM PARISH COUNCIL ON 6th JULY 2009 IN BODHAM VILLAGE HALL COMMENCING AT 7.30PM
PRESENT: Mr. H. Bruford - Chairman. Mr. J. Mack, Mr. M. Godfrey, Mr. P. Cubitt.
1. TO HEAR APOLOGIES
Received from Mr. T. Comber and accepted.
2. TO HEAR ANY DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN FORTHCOMING ITEMS
3. TO AGREE MINUTES FOR MEETING HELD ON 8TH JUNE 2009.
Having been circulated beforehand the above minutes were agreed and signed by the Chairman.
4. ITEMS FOR REPORT FROM LAST MEETING
a. A148 crossing update: Mr. Bruford reported that there will be no crossing installed in Bodham.
Instead signs not needed will be taken away and the gateway improved. The traffic signs may also be changed to "your speed is…" signs which is designed to make the area more of a village feel and therefore reduce speed.
b. Bus shelter update: The Clerk had details of the ongoing bus shelter project and the next step is to complete a survey to find out general usage of the stop. Mr. Godfrey agreed to see if the bus company can monitor passenger numbers over a few days. Details of shelters should be received soon. Grants up to 60% could be available. Shelters cost in the region of £5000.00.
c. Renovation of land in The Street: The Clerk had been in touch with Highways about this and was awaiting reply.
d. Tenants agreement for Hall Close houses: A request for this had again been put in but nothing received.
5. CO -OPTION OF COUNCILLOR
This item is deferred to the next meeting as no-one was available for the co-option.
6. TO DISCUSS USE OF CAR PARK
It was reported that the car park next to the Village Hall and owned by the Parish Council was being used by the Youth Club for car washing to raise money. While members were of the opinion that this is a very enterprising event it was felt that permission should be formally asked for. Mr. Bruford had informed the club of this and subsequently a letter requesting the same had been received. Mr. Bruford then proposed that the car washing be allowed with a disclaimer worded by the Parish Council to be put up at the time of usage of the car park for the car washing. Also that the permission be reviewed and renewed if necessary annually. This was seconded by Mr. Godfrey and agreed by all.
It was suggested that a sign reading "Vehicles parked at owners risk" should be erected at the car park. Mr. Bruford would get some estimates for the cost of this.
7. FINANCE
a. Income: Recycling credits of £578.33 have been received and paid into the bank. Interest on bank accounts for June are £0.05 for the parish plan account and £0.08 for the business account. Balances are:- current account £891.59, business account £1396.32. Total £2287.91. The parish plan account balance is £1222.95
b. Cheques for agreement: Mr. F. Harmer £25.00 for clearing weed between the footpath on Hall Close and the Loke and Mr. Bruford £3.00 for a new key cut for the notice board.
c. Direct debit reports: Eon Energy for June £30.00.
8. REPORTS FROM COUNCILLORS
Mr. Perry Warnes gave a report. Mr. Bruford reported that the rubbish in Hall Close is still there. The Environment Agency have written to Mr. Howell and are waiting for a response.
9. CORRESPONDENCE
Incoming:
NALC details of AGM 2009 request for nomination of officers if any. AGM Saturday 12th September. No response from Councillors.
Norfolk RCC AGM at Brundall Memorial Hall Wednesday 8th July at 5pm.
Agenda and minutes available from the Clerk.
NNDC Local Development Framework CD available from the clerk.
High Kelling Parish Council: Copy of their letter to Mike Jackson Planning and Transportation. Clerk read out.
10. PLANNING: Applicaton 0327 permission given 8th June 09. 0489 permission given 22ndJune 09. 0442 agreed 2nd June 09.
11. ADJOURNMENT FOR PUBLIC SPEAKING
12. CONFIRM DATE TIME PLACE NEXT MEETING
Discussion took place on the need for a meeting in August and the clerk pointed out that she is entitled to holiday time and this should include a meeting as most of the work done is for or appertaining to a meeting. It was decided to miss August and the next meeting would be Monday September 7th 2009 in Bodham Village Hall commencing at 7.30pm. An emergency meeting could be held if necessary.
The meeting concluded at 8.30pm
Map showing North Norfolk Parish and Ward Boundaries