Llangwm Community Council

MINUTES OF LLANGWM COMMUNITY COUNCIL

TUESDAY 19 MARCH 2013 AT THE PARISH HALL, LLANGWM

COUNCILLORS PRESENT: Cllr Bob Trigg, Cllr Lyn Bennett, Cllr David Williams (Chair), Cllr Colin Evans, Cllr Peter Gough, Cllr Mike Foster

IN ATTENDANCE: C Martin (clerk), PCSO Jones, Cllr A Williams (Devauden - Wolvesnewton Ward)

APOLOGIES: PC Thorpe, Cllr Gwyn Rowlands, County Councillor Bob Greenland

1) OPEN SESSION

PCSO Jones went through the recent incidents – see end of minutes.

Cllr Gough introduced Andy Williams who proceeded to explain how he had been part of the setting up of BiGDig which has successfully secured funding and the installation of broadband in Devauden and surrounding area. He explained that there were two options that Llangwm could follow; 1. Could achieve a small increase by 1-1.5 megabits by using the existing exchange or 2. Could invest in equipment and infrastructure for Llangwm e.g. a wireless transmitter from Devauden but this would need investment and commitment from people in the area. It was agreed that Cllr Gough would test interest to see if it would be viable. Cllr A Williams will forward further documentation. Chair thanked Cllr A Williams who then left the meeting.

2) CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF THE LAST MEETING

Minutes from meeting of 15 January 2013 were agreed and signed by DW and CM.

3) MATTERS ARISING

3.1 Highways

Reply to the highways form received 16 January was read out by the chair. Cllrs then added the following new issues to be reported;

1. Ground opposite Cefn Buchan Farm House that there is water rising within the gateway & flowing down the road towards Llangwm village. It appears that the out fall for this drainage system is covered over in the ditch opposite Cefn Buchan's entrance.

2. Water ponding on the carriageway between Carna Cottage & the length of the C63-1 to its junction with the C212-2.It appears that there is 1 partially covered gully & 1 gully whose out fall appears blocked surcharging it's water towards the Carna Cottage

3. The Bridge Inn ph & Pentre Farm (Llangwm village) there are several gullies that are covered with debris that need clearing out.

4. George’s Delight to Gaer Llwyd – are a lot of pot holes and the road requires sweeping.

5. Bridge Inn to St John’s Church – is a lot of dog fouling in the verges so would it be possible to have signs put up. LCC is prepared to pay for and erect them.

3.2 Update to electoral register for GR – pass on at next meeting.

3.3 Cllr Bennett explained the Independent Remuneration Panel for Wales has published latest guidance for councillor remuneration. Cllr Bennett proposed the guidance is adopted with the exception of the £100 for councillors expenses per year for telephone/internet etc. Seconded by Cllr Gough and all in favour. The Guidance is adopted.

3.4 The Bridge Inn is in very poor repair and ruining the aesthetic of Llangwm. A wall has collapsed and there are slates off the roof. Cllr Gough will contact the owner with these concerns.

3.5 Agreed to engage green grafter for the grass cutting in the village at the same rates as last year. Clerk to instruct Green Grafter via email.

3.6 Cllr Gough reported that he still has heard nothing from Welsh Water regarding work in the village.

4) FINANCE

Balance at 27/2/13 - Barclays account £1930.60, Monmouthshire Building Society £2302.70

4.1 Agreed for payment by the meeting and signed by DW and GR;

Invoice - C. Martin, clerk’s expenses for Feb/March £30.97, Cheque no. 100577
MCC clerks salary Oct –Dec including £18.75 admin fee, £262.62, cheque 100576

OVW invoice for annual subscription, £46, cheque no 100578

4.2 Precept notification received from MCC of £2700 for 2013/14 as requested.

4.4 Clerk informed meeting that would be seeking quotes for insurance to present at the next meeting.

5) CORRESPONDENCE

Decision

5.1 Homemakers charity – request for funding. No action required.

For information only – all circulated in blue box

5.2 MCC – notification of planning training to be organised

5.3 MCC – agenda for budget consultation 23 January

5.4 Lower Wye Area Committee – agenda 30 January

5.5 MCC- review of communities and electoral arrangements – January 2013

5.6 Urdd Gobaith Cymru- request for financial contribution

5.7 Central Monmouthshire rural forum 31 January

5.8 Community Health council –minutes of meeting 6 November

5.9 Walk for Life.

5.10 GAVO – Monmouthshire Volunteer achievement awards 5 June 2013, closing date for nominations 18 April

5.11 GAVO – Infoday 21 March at Little Mill

5.12 Clerks and Council’s direct.

6) PLANNING

6.1 Plans approved by MCC - DC/2012/0385 – Installation of solar PV panels on agricultural building,

6.2 Plans refused by MCC – none

6.3 No new plans received.

7) COUNTY COUNCILLORS REPORT

CC Greenland not in attendance, so no report on MCC procedure in respect of delegated planning decisions. This will be followed up at the next meeting.

8) WARD REPORTS

No reports further to highways issues raised above.

Meeting closed: 9.00pm Next Meeting: 21 May - AGM

Dates agreed for 2013 meetings as; 25 June, 17 September, 19 November

Police Report

Llangwm and Llansoy incidents between 11^th January and 18^th March 2013.

11/1/13 – report of a white van driving in an inconsiderate manner after pulling out in front of a cyclist on the B4235 near Llangwm . driver was traced and suitable words of advice given.

19/2/13 – minor injury RTC – car with a tractor near the Star Inn at Llansoy.

26/2/13 – one non injury ,vehicle RTC where a vehicle had slipped down an embankment on the Raglan Road from Llansoy. Two vehicles had tried to pass one another on a narrow stretch of road.

26/2/13 – reporting a female driver in a grey/silver small Honda car driving in an erratic manner and hitting a wing mirror off a oncoming vehicle on the B4293 Star Hill area.

07/3/13 - Report of a car alarm going off at a property in Llangwm, all in order when checked.