A Public Participation session took place ahead of the meeting where Activity Wales Ltd presented a cheque to the Community Council for £1k, as Manorbier had been voted as best supporting village by contestants at the Long Course event in July 2019.

Matters Arising

Matters Arising from the Full Council meeting held on November 4 and the Extraordinary Meeting held on November 15.

Cllr Hall reported that Cllr Hislop and his team had cleared up the mess from the bonfire held last month in the south sports field, Manorbier, including nails. In respect of the EM held on November 15 , Cllr Hughes reported that one application had been received for the position of Clerk and Proper Officer at MCC by the closing date. The letter of application, from Mrs M Priestley, was read out by Cllr Hughes. Full Council agreed to Cllr Hughes’s request to discuss this application in a confidential and closed session at the end of the meeting.

Correspondence considered

To receive and consider any correspondence. Cllr Hughes and the Clerk summarised some of the key items of correspondence, including:

• Email questionnaire from the Board of Community Health Councils in Wales. Members agreed to provide comments to the four questions raised following discussion. Clerk was asked to reply to the email accordingly.

• Letter from Barclays Bank plc notifying MCC of reduced interest rates on savings accounts.

• Welsh Government consultation – A More Equal Wales.

• Various emails from Helen Brickell about matters in Manorbier Newton including drainage issues at the level crossing and trimming of tree branches.

Planning

applications

Pre-application consultation: One Planet Development at Jason Road, Nr Freshwater East SA70 8QN. Cllr Hughes reported that he had read the documents and had noted the applicants had been undertaking market gardening and bee keeping at the location for some time. A building and poly tunnel were already on site. Full Council noted that this proposal was based on a 5.1 acre site and activities had been established. Full Council was content with the proposals.

County

Councillor’s Report

County Cllr Phillip Kidney provided the following report: Greenhill School had been placed in special measures despite considerable investment being placed in the school.

He had attended a PCC site visit to Manorbier Newton that day. PCC hoped to get a mini- digger to clear ditches near to Black Bridge to help alleviate flooding issues. Pot holes were getting worse following initial repair but a works ticket had been raised to relay the stretch of road concerned. Hedges had been cut locally. Tree branches had been trimmed but often trees were the responsibility of the landowner upon which trees were sited.

Talks were continuing between Tenby Town Council and Pembrokeshire County Council about ways to keep the Tenby Tourist Information Centre open.

Vegetation growing under the bridge on Manorbier beach had been reported to PCNPA and Steve Davies, Estate Manager, would be arranging more regular clearing.

County Cllr Kidney was thanked for his report.

Action Tracking

To receive updates on the following matters, not covered elsewhere in the agenda:

a) Car Parking at Manorbier Station – No further update.

b) Beavers Hill Crossing – safety improvements – no update.

c) Improvements to footpath in Manorbier (Vicarage Fields to Post Office) – No update but a site visit would be undertaken by PCC to look at signage in the village centre.

d) Installation of footpath – Windy Ridge to Hounsell Avenue, Manorbier – no update.

e) Jameston Play Area – equipment inspections and vegetation update – Cllr Williams and the

The clerk confirmed that they had met with HAGS at the play area recently. The zip wire and other equipment had been inspected. Some minor repairs would be needed but a quote for zip wire repair was awaited. Cllr Williams had provided his latest inspection.

Maintenance and Enhancement

Biodiversity Plan

Councillors were asked to consider preparation and publication of a Maintenance and Enhancement Biodiversity Plan for the community council’s area.

The clerk reported that the Welsh Government had issued guidance on preparation of a plan and a high level statement.

After a brief discussion, Cllr Miall agreed to look at the guidance and provide a report to Full Council at its January 2020 meeting but to also email councillors with updates, too.

Local

Electricity Bill

Councillors were asked to consider passing a motion in support of the Local Electricity Bill

Cllr Miall outlined the background to the Bill and the role played by small scale suppliers. Cllr Marcia Kidney proposed that MCC support the Local Electricity Bill. Seconded by Cllr Clark. Vote taken – all in favour. In respect of the suggested draft resolution provided by Power for People. Full Council agreed in principle.

Vehicle

Actuated

Speed Sign

Councillors were asked to consider and approve the purchase of a Vehicle Actuated Speed Sign (VAS) for the community council’s area, which they had previously discussed at the November 2019 meeting.

Cllr Hughes read out the email provided by Neyland Town Council which highlighted the cost of the favoured VAS which was £3,325.20, including VAT. Council discussed possible locations and the number of signs which could be purchased, including battery operated signs. Clerk was asked to source more information from Morelock, including on cost for two or three, in case of availability of discounts.