Before the start of the October meeting of Penally Community Council, a welcome was given to members and visitors, while it was reported that the scheduled visit from the Police had been postponed and would take place at a later date.
Matters arising
from minutes
Lease of sub-station - Western Power: This was now in hand with the council's solicitor and Western Power.
New Code of Conduct: This was adopted at the September meeting. Councillors had signed a document to agree to be bound by the code. A copy of the code is retained in the Village Hall and can be viewed by the public on request.
Standing orders: It was agreed that the revised standing orders be adopted.
Carol service: The clerk reported that the 'Father Christmas' booking had been confirmed. The clerk was asked to formally invite Rev. M. John to lead the proceedings at the service. It was further suggested that the clerk approach the choir to see if it would be available to attend the service.
Community engagement on future of National Park: The chairman reported that after discovering there were no specific details relating to Penally, he declined to attend the meeting in Tenby. The meeting was attended by County Clr. Mrs. C. Cavill.
Dispensation for Clr. D'Arcy: It was agreed that there would be no need to request full dispensation for Clr. D.'Arcy who would be permitted to discuss matters relating to the Village Hall, but would not be allowed to vote. The clerk was to notify the monitoring officer accordingly.
Armistice Sunday: The clerk reported that Penally Training Camp would be represented at the service. Clr. Mrs. Richards agreed to arrange to obtain the wreaths. The clerk was asked to write to Mr. E. Day to see if he would represent the ex-servicemen at the service.
Resignation of clerk: Details of the wording and timing of the advert for a replacement clerk were discussed and the clerk was instructed to proceed accordingly.
PLANNING MATTERS
12 Strawberry Gardens, Penally: The proposal was to convert the dwelling into two apartments, one to be residential and one as a holiday let.
The council raised no objections providing that one unit was permanently retained as a residential property.
Old Quay Cottage, Penally: The erection of one dwelling on this site had been approved.
Crushing and storage of waste stone, Penhoyle Farm: Planning permission refused.
Chequers: Appeal against planning conditions. The clerk presented a letter received from Mr. R. Davies, of Crackwell Farm, pointing out that the outcome of the appeal had been decided. In view of this statement, the clerk had approached Pembrokeshire County Council for confirmation. The latter apologised for not keeping Penally in the picture and would forward details in the near future.
The clerk was asked to acknowledge receipt of Mr. Davies letter.
Penhoyle Farm, Penally: The proposal was to import waste stone and its crushing and reuse on site.
A similar proposal had previously been submitted. This had been opposed by the community council and was refused by the county council on September 12.
The community council found no reason to change its decision for the new proposal which was opposed on precisely the same grounds.
The establishment of an inert waste crushing/recycling area in the open countryside, which was also an area of natural beauty, for a proposed period of up to three years, would harm the amenities of the region. Extreme concern was also expressed at the proposal for two lorries to make the journey from the site in Tenby to Penhoyle Farm, Penally, and return to Tenby 10 times a day each, for a period of 16 working days. This represented 40 journeys per day and 640 journeys over the period indicated by the applicant. Questions were also raised over what was considered to be the length of a working day in order to achieve the suggested target of 10 trips per day per vehicle.
The council were unanimously opposed to the proposal and the clerk was directed to advise County Hall accordingly.
The Old Vicarage, Penally: The proposal was to convert a single dwelling into two apartments.
There had been a number of planning applications recently for this particular property. The council were still of the opinion that the site was being over-developed, but raised no objections in principle. Nevertheless, there was still concern on how building materials were to be delivered to the site and the planning authority should again be reminded that the site was in a conservation area and existing trees and shrubs must be protected.
ACCOUNTS AND FINANCE
The following four accounts were presented for payment: clerk - salary and postage expenses for September, also ink toner for printer; village warden - salary and expenses for September; Acorn Garden Services; Lydstep Nurseries.
Appeals for funds: Donations were approved for the British Red Cross and Urdd Gobaith.
ANY OTHER BUSINESS
Internal audit: It was agreed that the clerk be authorised to purchase a suitable gift of appreciation for the internal auditor in recognition of the work done for the council.
Dog fouling: The clerk was asked to write to County Hall requesting a dog warden to patrol the footpath between the Rifle Range and the Golf Course in view of complaints received about dog waste not being picked up by owners.
Policing Plan 2009/2012: Dyfed Powys Police Authority requested to be advised of two areas that were considered to be a priority concern in the Penally locality. Following a discussion, it was agreed that the prime areas to be addressed were 'anti-social behaviour' and 'visibility of police'.
Next meeting: The next meeting will be on Wednesday, November 12, at 7.15 pm.