April 2023
Minutes of the Monthly Parish Meeting of The Moulton’s Parish Council held on 4th April 2023 7pm at Moulton Chapel Community Centre
Present: Parish Cllrs Woolf (Chair), Cooper (Vice), Hann, Sanderson, Wright, Sneath, Benton, Wakefield, Tibbs, and Clerk (Lisa Edgeley)
Three members of the public, District Cllr Casson and one member of the press.
- Chairman’s Welcome.
The Chair welcomed everyone to the meeting and confirmed, neither Ward in Moulton Parish would require an election due to less nominations put forward than seats available.
- Apologies for Absence
Cllr Kirk, Ingham, Henderson
- Public Forum
A member from the ‘Green Group’ was welcomed by the Chair. This member explained why the group was formed and their aims for the future within the churchyard.
The main aim being to create biodiversity within the churchyard by:
-Adding to the hedge at the border to the river to thicken it.
-Planting Crab apple and Cherry trees at the border with the houses (Church Rd)
-Planting an English Lavender corridor, roughly alongside the tarmac path, leaving a gap for grass cutting.
-Trim brambles back on post office side.
Cllr Wakefield suggested the group have a word with the Drainage Board in respect to planting hedging near the river at the back.
District Cllr Casson suggested he could make some enquiries with the Drainage Board and would report back to the Parish Council via the Clerk.
Cllr Hahn asked the group if they had thought about any financial help, which they had not. It was agreed the Parish should support financially if needs be.
Cllr Sneath had one concern, passing places needed along paths if a lavender corridor was put in for buggies etc.
A member of the group asked if the Parish council were responsible for the church wall as there are weeds growing within the wall that need addressing. Multiple Cllrs agreed that they believe it is the church’s responsibility.
Park update
Cllr Wright suggested we change the plan to a small hand gate and send in again asap.
This will be considered in the ongoing process.
- Declarations of interest
Chair declared he is a District councillor (play park), also a member of Moulton celebration committee.
- To consider the notes of the meeting held on 7/3/2023
Including the confidential minutes, unanimously agreed they could be signed off.
Proposed Cllr Hahn
Seconded Cllr Sneath
- To consider any matters arising from the Minutes that are not covered by the agenda.
- Reports
Discussed in public forum above
One enquiry as to whether someone outside the parish could be addedto the waiting list. It was explained to them that allotments are for parish residents only.
- Police
From Fylippa (PCSO)…..Our last policing priority was Anti-Social Behaviour Moulton Chapel. Over the last 3 months we have received a report of a stolen van which was later recovered. We also had a report of parking issues down Cekhira Avenue, Moulton Chapel. Pc Cummins attended and didn’t deem it to be dangerous obstruction. There has been numerous of patrols within Moulton Chapel following complaints raised about Speeding, Fengate, Moulton Chapel.
Every three months, we listen to your concerns and look at recent crime statistics to shape the things we will concentrate on for the next three months. Our priority(s) for the next quarter is:
Speeding, Fengate, Moulton Chapel.
Cllr Sanderson reported deer skins on Engine Bank, Moulton Chapel.
- Highways
TTRO/TTR003208-Temporary traffic restriction-A17 Washway Road (between B1357 and A151)-LCC
30mph Speed limit (with 10mph convoy) B1357 Moulton Chapel Road
03/04/2023-31/10/2023 (Restrictions to be implemented for 14 days as and when required during this period, signage detailing accurate dates and times will be displayed on site in advance)-LCC
TTRO/TTR003070-Temporary traffic restriction-Moulton Marsh/Weston Marsh-17/04/2023-12-05-2023-SH Drainage Board-Replacement of agricultural access culvert
TTR0/TTR002856-Temporary traffic restriction (road closure) B1357 Seas End Road-17/04/2023-19/04/2023 (date amendment)-Anglian Water-new connection
- Financial
Business Account £91,802.82
Treasurer’s Account £47,218.87
Petty Cash £89.90
Total £139,111.59
Income £253.24
Expenditure £2338.47
Payments to be made
Moulton Community Association (hall) £84.00
Bob Marriott £704.12
TN Sneath £477.60
Graham French £101.66
South Holland Drainage £147.67
All agreed
- Planning Consultations
H13-0190-23 – Long Lane, Moulton -Full -Erection of ground mounted solar array with associated infrastructure
H13-0182-23 – 104 High Road, Moulton – Full – Joinery workshop/timber storage
H13-0258-23 – Westmoreland Road, Moulton – Full - replacement proposed single storey extensions and alterations – resubmission of H13-0024-23
Decided Applications
H13-0040-23 – 139 Broad Lane, Moulton- extension to include annexe and new vehicular access – approved
H13-1086-22 – Wheatsheaf, Moulton Chapel – Rear extension, installation of LPG tank and alterations including replacing windows – retrospective – approved
H13-0988-22 – Roman Road, Moulton Chapel – Development details- Refused
H13-0076-23 – Collage Farm, Loosegate Road, Moulton Seas End – Conversion of outbuilding into residential – approved
H13-0169-23 – Westlyn, Fengate, Moulton Chapel – Details of external materials - approved
Appeals
H13-0441-22 Location: 46 & 46a Hall Lane Moulton Seas End Spalding - Change of use to 2 independent dwellings
H13-1204-21 Location: Spalding Gate High Road Moulton – Change of use of agricultural land to amenity land including sitting of static caravan for domestic storage and occasional overnight stay – retrospective
- Moulton Ward
Play Park – see public forum above
Cllr Hahn has noticed Broad Lane road surface towards the onion factory needs attention.
Chair stated a request has been made from the church flower arrangers for a financial contribution via the church for the forthcoming Flower Festival. Suggested contribution £75. All agreed.
Chair explained about Coronation events due to take place in the village.
Cllr Wright stated the cones in River Lane are still in place. Cllr Sneath agreed to try and resolve.
13. M S E Ward
Cllr Sneath has been made aware of letters being sent to residents in the Carrington Road area in regards to possible compulsory purchase of land in front of their properties. It was agreed the letter was poorly worded and worried residents. Chair suggested the parish councillors spoke to residents if need be.
14. Moulton Chapel Ward
Update that the float for the parade is progressing well.
Cllr Wakefield had been handed a letter from the school head asking for donations towards a Coronation event. All agreed £300 donation.
15) SID Report
SID report was forwarded to Lincolnshire Road Safety Partnership. We received a reply stating that we did not need to forward to them. However, in past months it seems it has been forwarded to them.
Cllr Tibbs has noted an 85mph speed into Fengate. All agreed that a strong reply to Lincs Road Safety Partnership asking why the Parish was encouraged to buy the devices if nothing productive can be done with the data. If insufficient response is received, a letter to be sent to the Lincs Police and Crime Commissioner
16) Correspondence
None
17) Matters for Discussion to become Agenda for the next meeting
Play Park
18) Date and time of next meeting
Tuesday 16th May 7pm, Moulton Seas End Village Hall
8.10pm meeting closed