Presentation to Mr Hood – It was noted that this is the last meeting Mr Hood will attend as a Parish Councillor as he is not seeking re-election. The Chairman presented Mr Hood with a framed certificate recognising his outstanding contribution to the community during his time as a Parish Councillor. Particular appreciation was expressed for his work leading the Community Transport Project. Mr Hood thanked the Parish Council for its gift.
Parish Council Elections – Eight nominations had been received by the District Council for the nine vacancies in this Parish. The election will be therefore be uncontested and no poll will take place.
It was noted that there are still problems in Kirby Hall Road and Rosemary Lane. Mrs Scattergood had spoken to County Councillor Finch who had agreed to take this matter forward. The following items will be reported to Essex County Council Highways: condition of the verge near the cemetery and a pot hole near a drain cover in Nunnery Street. It was noted that Essex County Council are planning verge improvements throughout the county.
Community Warden Report – Mr Walls was welcomed to the meeting and reported to the Parish Council various matters he has successfully tackled within the village. The Parish Council were pleased to note that he had was able to report a positive outcome to an antisocial behaviour problem. The Parish Council expressed its thanks for the very positive impact the work of the Community Wardens have in this community.
The Parish Council had no objections to the following application - 07/00489/FUL & 07/00490/LBC – Replacement of existing window with double doors in rear bay and new balcony and stair access to serve first floor function room –The Bell Inn, St James Street
Keep Clear Marking, Church Lane – The Parish Council had received a letter from a Parishioner asking for the ‘Keep Clear’ sign to be reinstated at the top of the access to Ruffles Yard, highlighting access problems experienced by an ambulance recently. The Clerk had written to Essex County Council and the County Councillor enclosing a copy of the letter once again requesting these markings are reinstated. The parishioner had been advised of the action taken.
Parish Council: Wednesday 9th May 2007, 7.45 pm Castle Hedingham Club, Church Lane, Castle Hedingham.
Annual Parish Meeting: Monday 21st May 2007, 7.30pm for 8.00 pm start Memorial Hall, Castle Hedingham.
