Minutes of the Meeting of Milton Parish Council
held on Monday 7 September 1998 at 7pm in the Community Centre
Present: RLE Waters (chair) RJ Farrington JE Coston (from 368/98)
R Day DJ Lee (from 370/98 to 415/98) IF May
CF Nunn (from 370/98) PK Oldham J Sandford HM Smith
SJ Snaith RT Summerfield LC Twinn
EY Wakeling (from 369/98 to 423/98)
and the clerk SJ Daniels.
1. Apologies for Absence None.
375/98 2. Minutes
Minutes of the meeting of July 6 1998 were confirmed and
signed as a true record.
3. Matters Arising
376/98 Transport Policies and Programme Bid
(189/98) Noted that the "Milton Cyclebridge" had been included
in the County Council's TPP Bid for 1999/2000.
377/98 Draft Regional Planning Guidance
(252/98) It was agreed to authorise the Planning Committee at its
meeting on 21 September to make representations to SCDC.
378/98 Landfill Site
(292/98) A letter from East Waste explained that there had been
an underground fire and that it had now been dealt with.
The clerk would ask for assurances that they had an
Emergency Plan in operation and that measures were in
hand to protect the public.
Noted that the Planning Officers were recommending that
the variation of Condition 15 of Planning Consent
S/0289/91 be approved.
379/98 Police Local Consultation Group
(310/98) Next meeting set for 4 November at Impington Village
College.
380/98 Rowing Trust
(311/98) HMS reported that the amended plans had now been
received by SCDC.
381/98 Cycling Facilities
(312/98) As there was concern that a recent Consultation Meeting
had not been well organised RTS proposed PKO seconded and
all agreed that the County Council be asked to reprint the
document inviting residents to examine the schemes prepared
by WS Atkins at the clerk's home. Parish Councillors to
deliver the documents.
Agreed to comment that MPC would prefer to see a continuous
cycle route through Milton. Further comments to be made
after October meeting.
The Chairman suspended business so that BC Waterson and
J Strickland could present the future plans of All Saints'
Church. They explained the first priority was to reorder
the Church interior and the long term plan was to provide
more meeting rooms by altering and extending the Hall.
Thanks to BCW and JS for attending.
382/98 Embankment/Slip Road
(313/98) PKO understood that the Highways Agency intended to repair
the embankment between 21 and 30 September.
383/98 Central Refuges
(315/98) The Clerk to contact the County Council again about the
ongoing lighting problems.
384/98 Farm College
(316/98) Noted that Mr Whittington had retired as Principal -
best wishes to be sent. JEC asked for up to date
information regarding the old Landbeach Road.
385/98 AWA Sewer
(317/98) Agreed to ask Mr Newitt if the ground had been reinstated
satisfactorily for his cylinder mowers.
386/98 A10
(319/98) Agreed to ask if the 'accidents' Study had been completed.
Noted that the markings at the Landbeach Road junction
improved road safety; also that debris from previous
accidents was still on the highway.
387/98 Maintenance/Play Areas
(321/98) IFM proposed CFN seconded and all agreed that P Whiterod
stain the village seats (11 in total) at £18 each.
RJF proposed JEC seconded and all agreed that Council
accept Herald Contract Services' quote of £1250 for supply
and spread of 50 cubic metres of woodchip for all play
areas. (Double the amount as accepted in 321/98).
388/98 Youth
(322/98) Minutes of the youth meeting of July and report of the
Bus Project's Summer Term activities were received.
389/98 Cemetery
(343/98) Work on the gates etc had been finished. Both piers had
been rebuilt with second hand bricks (the original bricks
could not be used). This would add to the cost - approx £300.
SJS to meet P Whiterod on site.
390/98 Allotments Pump
(344/98) The Environment Agency had confirmed that a licence was
needed for the existing pumps. RD proposed CFN seconded
and all agreed that Council apply for a licence at £110
plus an annual charge of £25.
CFN proposed and all agreed to buy another pump so long
as allotment holders would provide the labour.
391/98 Computer
(346/98) Files were being transferred to the new computer. Noted
that the final cost of the computer was £925.30 + VAT.
(A larger floppy disc drive was installed as the one
originally proposed was considered insufficient for
Council's needs).
392/98 Travellers
(363/98) A barrier had been erected at a cost of £678 + VAT.
Maximum height and reflective flashing sign to be erected.
393/98 Holt Bridge Opening
(366/98) JEC PKO and HMS attended the official opening.
4. Planning
394/98 Appeals
The following appeals were due to be heard:-
(489/97) Crickmore Developments - change of use of land to
caravan and camping site and use of barn for
kitchen/toilets at Chesterton Fen Road;
(67/97) Mr F Smith land at Lomas Farm Chesterton Fen Road -
change of use to caravans and mobile home for
residential purposes;
(171/98) Lucy Gaskin land adjacent to Lomas Farm - change of use
to caravans for residential purposes;
(53/98) T & S Stores (Dillons) retention of storage container
within parking area.
395/98 Appeal - R Boyd
(306/98) Noted that the appeal by Mr Boyd had been dismissed due
to extra traffic movement which would be harmful to
highway safety; the proposal would also be in conflict
with the aims of the Development Plan.
Decisions Received
396/98 5 Scientific and Research Buildings Phase 4 adjacent
(352/98) Science Park - approved.
397/98 RG & LR Cave - Land at Cave Industrial Estate Chesterton Fen Road
(124/98) erection of 6 workshop/light industrial units and extension
to toilet block - approved. Conditions: no bonfires to
be permitted on site; details of the location and type of
any power driven plant or equipment and a comprehensive
plan for the disposal of all surface water and details
of the materials to be used for the external wall and roof
to be approved by SCDC; no power operated machinery to be
operated before 0800 and after 1800 on weekdays and 1300
on Saturdays (on at any time on Sundays or Bank Holidays)
398/98 D Pask 3 High Street - garage and fence - approved.
(272/98) Details of the materials for the external walls and roof
and a landscaping scheme to be approved.
399/98 C & A Brooklyn Unit 1 Chesterton Fen Road - change of use -
(277/98) approved. All materials to be stored inside the building;
the front forecourt to be kept clear for parking.
400/98 Amgen Limited 240 Science Park - company sign - approved.
(278/98) Also approved Fascia Sign at 216 Science Park for Amgen Limited.
401/98 Tesco Stores - refrigeration plant mounted on roof - approved.
(293/98) Conditions relating to noise emission and a scheme for
pollution control.
402/98 Bard Pharmaceuticals Science Park 3 flue stacks - approved
(application S/1055/98).
403/98 Carequest 44 High Street - alterations - approved.
(353/98)
404/98 Bride Hall Group Limited - research and development
(355/98) building and associated parking at St John's Innovation
Park - refused.
Contrary to Policy CNF5 of the South Cambridgeshire
Local Plan 1993:-
Over development of the site.
Insufficient car parking accommodation. To achieve
sufficient accommodation would further erode the
landscape setting of buildings within this area.
The disposal of surface water drainage not sufficiently
considered - could exacerbate existing drainage
difficulties and cause flooding to existing properties.
New Applications
405/98 S/1568/97 Bioscience Innovation Centre - amendments
(139/98) to scheme since planning approval. For information only.
406/98 S/1021/98 - extension - 21 Old School Lane
(354/98) A letter from Mr C Sandford asked that Council change
the "no comments" to "no objections" in order that the
application could be referred to SCDC Planning Committee.
The application had been refused under delegated powers
as adversely affecting the amenities currently enjoyed
by No. 23 causing loss of light and an unacceptable outlook.
RJF proposed and CFN seconded that Council accede to this
request and send "no objections" to SCDC.
Carried by 12 votes in favour 1 against and 1 abstention.
J Sandford declared an interest and took no part in
the discussion and vote.
407/98 S/1108/98 Mrs J Hudson 37 Coles Road - Front entrance
porch and w.c. - no comments (delegated powers).
Approved by SCDC.
408/98 S/1158/98 D Hyam 31 Froment Way - Sun lounge and utility
room. No objections (delegated powers). Approved by SCDC.
409/98 S/1195/98 Dr M and Mrs LS Hannant 57 Butt Lane - outline
application for two bungalows on land rear of 57 Butt Lane.
RJF proposed and JS seconded that Council support the
objections of residents of Faulkner Close re the
inappropriate access and concerns for safety. 11 in favour
and 2 abstentions. LCT declared an interest and did not
take part in the discussion and vote.
410/98 S/1197/98 Mr P Runham 49 Fen Road - 2 storey extension
to form garage and bedroom. Objections about over
development of a narrow site and the close proximity of
the two storey wall to no 47 Fen Road had been sent to
SCDC (delegated powers). RTS reported that the Planning
Committee had viewed the site and had refused permission.
411/98 S/1221/98 Cambridge Children's Hospice - replacing
existing temporary structures with two portakabins to be
used for storage. No comments (delegated powers).
SCDC's approval till 31 December 2003 was received.
412/98 S/1292/98 J Jefford Rose Cottage Chesterton Fen Road -
starter unit. Concerned that over development would
further exacerbate the traffic problems in Fen Road
(delegated powers).
413/98 S/1359/98 Trinity Hall - land at Kings Hedges Road -
renewal of outline permission S/1086/94 for ClassB1
floor space.
414/98 S/1402/98 Trinity College and Aula Limited - Land
between Kings Hedges Drive and Science Park roads
and drains.
Objection - concern that access is shown to be at Kings
Hedges Drive a very narrow road. The questions of
controls at the barrier was raised.
415/98 S/1405/98 T & S Stores Plc (Dillons) - retention of
metal storage container and two car parking spaces on
land to the rear of the store. The objections of
neighbours was supported. Concerned as to how two car
parking spaces and a storage container could fit into
the space available. ( See also minute 386/98).
416/98 S/1413/98 Eastern Electricity - temporary portakabins
for office accommodation. Concerns as to whether car
parking was sufficient.
417/98 S/1426/98 and S/1427/98/LB Century Inns The White Horse
Public House - part demolition of existing beer store and
erection of new extension to form beer store. No comments.
418/98 S/1429/98 Mr T Tyrrell 162 The Rowans - domestic single
storey front elevation kitchen extension. No comments.
419/98 5. Land rear of Conder Close
(303/98) As this land was public open space Council were not
empowered to transfer it to other owner(s) for any other
purpose. Agreed to inform Mr Ozakpinar and to ask the
contractor to keep the grass cut up to the fences
bordering the properties and the bund north of Butt Lane.
420/98 6. Land at War Memorial
(263/98) The transfer of the land to MPC was signed by the
chairman and clerk. Total cost £680.50.
421/98 7. Community Care
Agreed that the warden could have three weeks holiday
in March 1999. Community Care committee to meet to
discuss deputy and mileage allowance.
422/98 8. Sheltered Housing
(359/98) Minutes of the meeting of 30 July had been circulated.
Work was expected to start January 1999, completion date
December 1999/January 2000.
423/98 9. Money Received and Bills for Payment.
Proposed RJF seconded DL and agreed by all that the
following payments be authorised:- (See attached sheet).
[not available on Web - see clerk for details]
Cheque 1330 to 1360 and Account No 2 Cheque 33.
424/98 10. Request from Pre-School
A request was received to help support financially a
child at pre-school. RTS proposed no action as it was
not within the remit of the Parish Council and that it
could "open the floodgates" - seconded RJF. HMS proposed
an amendment that Council discuss this at a later stage
if all other avenues for funding were exhausted seconded JEC.
The amendment was not carried there being 4 votes in
favour 8 against and 1 abstention.
The substantive motion was then carried 9 votes in
favour, 2 against with 2 abstentions.
425/98 11. Roundabout at Tesco
(361/98) Proposals for maintaining this roundabout had been
circulated. Concerns that the distraction of more signs
would add to the dangers at this roundabout were expressed.
RTS proposed that Council reject the idea - seconded PKO.
Carried 10 vote in favour, 1 against and 2 abstentions.
426/98 12. Waste Local Plan
It was agreed to defer till October and to invite a
County Council officer to that meeting.
427/98 13. MCC
(360/98) Noted that the Lease had been forwarded to the Charity
Commissioners for stamping. The Treasurer of MCC had
asked that £7500 be paid for the first half year and
that the balance of the grant be made available to the
new Charity. It was agree to pay £7500 less the bills
paid by MPC eg new manhole cover Coles Road Recreation
Ground car park.
428/98 14. Crime Update
Crime figures were circulated.
Neighbourhood Watch signs JEC proposed IFM seconded
and all agreed that as a policy Council should pay for
signs for any Neighbourhood Watch area that did not have
one and for any new Neighbourhood Watch area set up.
Noted that each sign cost £19.50
Damaged Seat and Trees Froment Way
(363/98) RJF proposed that a claim be made for the vandalised seat
and that Council accept City Services quotation of £477
for a replacement cast iron seat - agreed.
The clerk pointed out that the cost to replace the two
trees was £71 each not £48 as reported previously. It
was agreed not to replace these trees as it was difficult
for the contractors to cut round them and the soil was poor;
also it was considered the wrong place for trees.
429/98 15. Fen Rivers Way Association
JEC proposed and RD seconded that Council join the Fen
Rivers Way Association subscription £10. Agreed 11 in
favour and 2 abstentions.
430/98 16. County Councillor's Report
The car park at Waterbeach Station had been started. A
feasibility study about cycleways to Ely on the A10 was
in progress JEC had spoken to the new Research Park
about it. The owners of the Cambridge Research Park and
the County Council were in discussion about a bus route
to Cowley Road, Science Park and Waterbeach Station.
Noted that the traffic lights at the A10/A14 interchange
were not on full time. The clerk to query this.
431/98 17. District Councillor's Report
RTS reported that SCDC were preparing a prosecution of
a dog owner for not complying with the dog byelaws on
the Sycamores Recreation Ground.
432/98 18. Correspondence
Guide on managing common land
Cambridge Regional Heritage Strategy
Local bus services
Village composting schemes
Housing needs survey
CALC Bulletin
Cambs County Council information leaflet - budget
Care Network conference 22 October
SCDC Strategy Statement Summary 1999 - 2004
Land adjacent allotments - to be discussed at October meeting.
Meeting ended at 11.25pm.