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Stuntney Village Council


Stuntney Council members with the Ely City Mayor after the Council AGM, 10th November 2009
L to r: Christine Windsor, Wendy Fox, Mike Fox, Alison Morbey, Rodney Vincent, The Mayor Councillor Richard Hobbs,
Rosie Rolfe, Penni Webb (Treasurer), Norma Holmes, Jane Dawe (Chair), Terence Henrique-Murray (Secretary)
Nigel Bell, also a member of the committee, was not present at the meeting
Margaret Cornell has expressed her willingness to serve on the committee and was elected in her absence

The next meeting of Stuntney Village Council will be on Wednesday 10th March 2010 at 7 pm

Decision List from meeting held on Wednesday 20th January 2010

1. MA1. Stuntney Pavements - letter to Highways (T H-M)
2. MA2. Furniture for the Social Club - letter to the Mayor (T H-M)
3. MA3 Trees - Letter to Tree Officer (T H-M)
4. MA4. Bins - Chase the matter (T H-M)
5. MA5 Village Notice Board - letter to the Mayor (T H-M)
6. MA6 Daffodils - Signs for daffodils (T H-M)
7. C1 Salt Bins - letter to Highways Agency (T H-M)
8. C2 Freight Route - letter of objection (T H-M)
9. C3 Rights of Way - confirm if still valid (JD)
10. AOB1 Sainsburys - letter raising concerns (T H-M)
11. AOB2 Dog Fouling - include item in next newsletter (JD)
12. AOB3 Neighbourhood Watch - invite new PCSO to next meeting (RV)
13. AOB4 Stuntney wrong location shown on Multimap online site - investigate what can be done (T H-M)
14. AOB5 Neighbourhood Panel meeting 28th January - report at our next meeting (RV)
15. AOB6 Ely Council Minutes - explore possibility of receiving electronic copies (TH-M)
STUNTNEY VILLAGE COUNCIL - AGM
Tuesday 10 November 2009, 8pm, Stuntney Social Club

Present: Wendy Fox, Mike Fox, Penni Webb, Rod Vincent, Norma Holmes, Alison Morbey, Christine Windsor, Jane Dawe, Terence Henrique-Murray, Rosie Rolfe, Fred Rolfe, Michelle Jefferson, Jean Pattison, Elaine Adams
Guest: His Worship the Mayor, Cllr Richard Hobbs

Wendy welcomed His Worship the Mayor, Cllr Richard Hobbs
The Mayor addressed the AGM, he commented that 15 years ago, when he was Mayor before, he came along to the1st Stuntney Village Council! He mentioned that Ely Council appreciate receiving our Minutes and that we should highlight any specific items we would like attended to. He further confirmed that a new picnic bench had been added to the Play Area and that 2 mushroom shaped bins (also for the Play area) will be arriving shortly. The goal posts have now been purchased and will shortly be delivered.

Matters arising from the minutes of the last Council meeting held on 8th September 2009:

1. Stuntney Pavements: A letter was sent to ECDC advising that some of the Village pavements, especially those in Soham Road are in need of repair. Much of the pavement in Soham Road has now been marked up for repair. The pavement in Steward Close is currently being completely replaced. Cllr Hobbs advised that if we felt further minor repairs were needed we should speak to ECDC.

2. Furniture for the Social Club:An item went in the last Stuntney Newsletter asking if anyone knew of furniture that may be available for the Social Club, eg from a Pub or Club that was being refurbished, unfortunately we did not hear anything on this subject: However, as a result of this item being minuted on the Agenda, Cllr Hobbs advised that he would look at the ‘106 Agreement’ to see if we qualify for any furniture.

3. Change of Council Meeting day: Several former and potential new members of the Village Council are unable to attend meetings on a Tuesday, as a result it was suggested that the meeting be moved from the second Tuesday in each odd numbered month to the second Wednesday in each odd numbered month, this was unanimously agreed and the next meeting will be on Wednesday 20 January 2010. It was further agreed that in future the meeting will start at 7pm instead of 8pm.

Chairman’s Report: Attached.

Treasurer’s Report: Attached.

Election of Committee:

Chairman – Jane Dawe
Treasurer – Penni Webb
Secretary – Terence Henrique-Murray
Wendy Fox, Michael Fox, Alison Morbey, Norma Holmes, Rodney Vincent, Rosie Rolfe, Margaret Cornell, Nigel Bell, Christine Windsor
Any other business:
1. Speedwatch: Rod reported that they had had some good sessions; he believed that the sessions had been a deterrent to would-be speeders. He advised that we could have the equipment back for further sessions if required, it was agreed that we should have another go at peak times (probably between 5pm and 6pm) but, as it is now dark and cold decided to leave it until Spring next year. Traffic slowing signs/methods were discussed at length but without any conclusion.

2. Neighbourhood Watch: Rod reported that this is working well, it is well supported and gladly we have had no problems in Stuntney of late.

3. Ely Masterplan (and how it affects Stuntney): Rod said that the chief things are:

a. Communication with Ely. The Southern Bypass has been refused again. Council officials have suggested that there is an alternative to the Southern Bypass proposals, which have been firmly put on the back burner by the Government, who have awarded it a very low priority; however, they have not specified what the alternative is. b.Forecast on housing development: We now have the answer to this, Nigel Bell reported as follows: “I can confirm that Stuntney will remain ‘infill’ only and that the Inspector rejected the proposals to expand the development envelope of the village. The village is classified as a ‘Smaller Village’ which means that housing schemes of up to 2 dwellings may be appropriate if all other matters can be satisfied”. Cllr Hobbs confirmed that this is the case.
4. Trees: Several trees in Stuntney are growing into the pavements and causing damage. A survey will be undertaken to identify the trees involved and the ECDC Tree Officer will then be advised.

5. Bins: It is noted that the Litter and Dog Bins are not routinely emptied and that they often have to be reported as overflowing, a letter will be written to ECDC asking when these bins should be emptied and requesting that this happen on a regular basis.

6. A request will be sent to ECDC for a replacement Village Notice Board with advice on where it should be sited.

7. It has been noted that the Reflective Signs at either end of the village are not very effective; Wendy has spoken to the Council about this in the past but no action has been taken, this will, therefore, now be followed up with a further call.

8. An item is to be entered in the next Stuntney Newsletter advising that a Daffodil Planting session will take place at 10.30 on Sunday, 29 November, all interested to meet outside the Social Club.

Decision List from the November 10th 2009 meeting:
1. If further minor repairs are needed to Soham Road pavements after patching completed, speak to ECDC – TH-M
2. Identify trees growing in to pavements and causing damage, advise Ely Tree Officer.
3. Write to Ely Council regarding Litter and Dog Bin emptying – TH-M
4. Request Village Notice Board from Ely Council and advise where it should be sited – TH-M
5. Follow up request for Reflective Signs at either end of Village to be more effective – WF
6. Place item in Village newsletter re Daffodil Planting event.

Date of next Meeting:
Wednesday 20 January 2010 – 7pm
Thereafter the meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of every other month

Council Members (as at 10th November 2009)
Chair of Council - Jane Dawe
Secretary - Terence Henrique-Murray (650416)
Treasurer - Penni Webb
Committee Members: Nigel Bell (661448); Mike Fox; Rod Vincent (664990); Alison Morbey; Norma Holmes (650035); Wendy Fox, Christine Windsor (661403), Rosie Rolfe, Margaret Cornell 650068)
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