Among matters considered at the November meeting of Penally Community Council were the following:
MATTERS ARISING
FROM MINUTES
Lease of sub station - Western Power: The clerk was to progress the situation.
Carol service and switching on of Christmas lights: It was agreed that in the case of inclement weather, the service would take place in the Village Hall. The clerk was asked to notify 'Father Christmas' of this. The clerk was also asked to arrange the switching on of the Christmas lights.
Dispensation for Clr. D'Arcy: The clerk reported that County Hall had agreed that Clr. D'Arcy could discuss matters relating to the Village Hall, but was not allowed to vote on such matters. It was agreed that this was acceptable.
Welsh language scheme: It was unamiously agreed to accept the scheme suggested by PALC. The clerk was directed to advise the Welsh Language Board accordingly.
Resignation of Clerk: The chairman reported that following the advertisement, applications for the forthcoming vacancy had been received. Following the closing date, the chairman would liaise with the clerk who would then arrange to notify candidates when interviews would take place.
Kissing gates: It was unanimously agreed to accept the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority's offer to replace with wooden gates.
Dog fouling: The clerk reported that notification had been received that a dog warden would make periodic visits to the area in question.
Complaints raised: The clerk reported that the complaints had been passed on to Tenby Police and a response was awaited. The clerk was to continue to progress situation.
PLANNING MATTERS
Chequers appeal: The clerk reported that a copy of the result of the appeal had now been received. The chairman read out the findings of the planning inspector.
The clerk was directed to forward a copy of a letter received from owner of Chequers in relation to another matter to the planning department at County Hall for perusal and any action considered necessary.
Crackwell Holiday Park - permission granted for seven new pitches, winter storage.
The Old Vicarage - permission granted.
Land adjacent to Trefloyne Cottage - permission refused.
12 Strawberry Gardens - permission granted.
Bubbleton Farm - this was a revised proposal, to which the council did not object.
CORRESPONDENCE
Various correspondence was received, including a letter from County Hall advising that the South-East Area Liaison meeting would be postponed until next year.
Letters of thanks for donations were received from Urdd Gobaith, Pembrokeshire SE Energy Group and British Red Cross.
ACCOUNTS AND FINANCE
Balance of accounts: The clerk presented a statement of accounts, together with a financial statement of forecast expenditure to end of year.
Accounts presented for payment: The following six accounts were presented and agreed for payment: Clerk - salary and postage expenses for October (also included was October to December agreed home expenses for phone and power); village warden - salary for October; Acorn Garden Services; Wreaths and Poppy Appeal; Tenby Observer; Hire of Village Hall.
Appeals for funds: No appeals were presented to the meeting.
County Clr. Carol Cavill's report
Footpath between firing range and golf course: This had now been cut back and the wooden block seat put in place.
Street lighting: The local county councillor and the relevant community council would be consulted before any decision was made on the reduction of street lighting during the hours of midnight and 5 am.
Kiln Park - Penally Court site: Clr. Cavill had met the new general manager and explained the agreement his predecessor had made to lower the hedge on the by-pass and various trees on site. It was hoped this work would be completed in January. She had also asked if they would please cut down the trailing brambles on the wall opposite the Old Vicarage.
Footpaths to the church: White H markings would be painted at the top of these paths to remind motorists that these were access paths and should not be obstructed.
ANY OTHER BUSINESS
Concern was expressed that a person was living rough close to the path running parallel to the railway line, between Crossing Cottage and Black Rock. While no harm had been done, many people felt intimidated by his presence and the clerk was asked to advise Tenby Police to see if anything could be done.