Among matters considered at the monthly meeting of Penally Community Council, held at the Village Hall on March 1, were the following:

MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

Village notice board: Clr. D'Arcy reported that a communication was expected in the next few days and would provide details at the next meeting. Revised date for May meeting: This was now confirmed as Wednesday, May 2, at 7 pm. Additional Christmas lights for 2007: The clerk reported that a letter had been sent to the contractor indicating that an on-site meeting would be arranged in April. This was to be brought forward at the next meeting.

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Application by ARQIVA to site TETRA mast in Penally: Update - The concluding day of the public inquiry took place on February 28 and the outcome was awaited. Following the meeting, it was considered that another letter required to be submitted by the community council. It was agreed that Clrs. Dassen and Thomas should deal with this under the terms granted at minute 4(b) of the meeting held on June 8, 2006. At this point, the chairman proposed a vote of thanks to Clr. Dassen for all the dedicated time and effort she had applied to the Penally against TETRA project. The full council were in total agreement with this sentiment. Responding to this, Clr. Dassen also gave thanks for the tremendous support and excellent input that had been received from the community at large. This, too, was fully recognised and appreciated by the council. Proposed separate access to The Cottage, Giltar Grove Farm: Planning permission refused. Proposed separate access to The Cottage, Giltar Grove Farm - new application after failure of above. Once again it was not understood if there was an access problem to this property. It was not set out in the original application for the development and the question was posed as to why the existing access was no longer considered adequate. Whilst the revised application appeared to have a less visual impact, it would still appear to cause a significant visual intrusion. Nevertheless, the council would not oppose the application, providing the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park do not consider it strongly impacts on the policy of the JUDP. The clerk was to respond accordingly.

CORRESPONDENCE

Various correspondence was presented at the meeting, including letters of thanks for donations from the Harriet Davis Trust, Kidney Foundation Wales and Age Concern. A letter was also received from CYMUNED relating to 'Homes for Locals'. The council agreed that the clerk should write to CYMUNED declaring opposition to new residential build except where there was proven local need. A request was received from One Voice Wales for nominations for a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. It was the unanimous decision of the council to nominate Clr. Dassen in recognition of all the excellent work she had done in the Penally against TETRA campaign. If the nomination was successful, Clr. Dassen was to be accompanied by Clr. Craig. A letter from the Welsh Assembly regarding the law about 'Smoking in enclosed Public Places' was passed on to the Village Hall management committee for information and action.

APPEAL FOR FUNDS

A donation was approved for All Pembrokeshire Cruse. This donation was proposed by Clr. Dassen and seconded by Clr. Robinson. All in favour.

COUNTY CLR. Mrs. CAROL CAVILL'S REPORT

MOD owned land: Defence Estates had been undertaking some dune restoration work on land leased to Tenby Golf Club. The work was due to be completed that week. Signs had been erected at the site, explaining the importance of the work to benefit the Lydstep Head to Tenby Burrows Site of Special Scientific Interest. Following the scrub removal, the Golf Club would be planting marram grass to help maintain the stability of the dune front. Penally Railway Station: Clr. Mrs. Cavill had spoken to Arriva concerning the moving of the entrance to the Railway Station, but there did not seem to have been much progress so far. The British Transport Police were becoming increasingly concerned about the behaviour of youngsters on the weekend evening trains and were working closely with the local police in an attempt to find a solution to this. Village road: During heavy rainfall, the main problem in the village was now on the road between the end of Giltar Terrace and Rosewood. Clr. Mrs. Cavill said she would keep on pursuing this until something was done.

ANY OTHER BUSINESS

Tenders for cutting grass - village greens and verges. The clerk reported that three tenders had been received and presented all quotations to the meeting. The quotes were considered and, after due deliberation, the contract was awarded to Acorn Garden Services. The clerk was to inform all those who tendered accordingly. Nominations for chairman and vice-chairman: The chairman advised that nominations would be required by the next meeting and the clerk was to include this on the April agenda. Next meeting with police: The clerk reported that there had been no response from the police as to when they would attend (April and June were provided as options). The clerk was to hasten the response. Annual meeting with Col. Rogers, Mj. Sulman and Lisa Payne: The clerk waas to arrange this for Wednesday, May 2, at 7 pm. Village warden: Four applications for the post had been received. It was agreed to hold interviews in the Village Hall on Friday, March 16. The clerk was to book the hall and notify the candidates. Village Hall: Consideration was being given to extending the size of the Village Hall. This would enable two functions to take place at the same time and, therefore, increase the hall's usage capability. One option would be to erect a conservatory type structure on the ground outside the main entrance with a connecting covered corridor. Prior to any work being commissioned, it would be necessary to carry out a feasibility study to ensure the project was practical. This would incur costs with Welsh Water, CCTV charges and of course planning application fees. A proposal was made by Clr. Dassen that, in view of the overall benefit to the community, the council should agree to pay for these costs to a maximum of £800. At this point, having declared an interest, Clrs. Thomas, D'Arcy and McMahon took no further part in the proceedings. The proposal was seconded by Clr. Craig and supported by the remaining councillors. Clrs. Thomas, D'Arcy and McMahon then rejoined the meeting and were advised of the decision. The next meeting will be on Thursday, April 5, at 7.15 pm.