Wednesday 1 February 2017

2017 Minutes

Minutes of meeting held by Amroth Community Council on Thursday 14TH December 2017.
Amroth Community Council
Confirmed Minutes of meeting held by Amroth Community Council on Thursday 14th December 2017.
Councillors present: A Davies; F Evans; R Harries; B James; B Lawrence; R Lewis;  M Morris; S Phillips (Chair); R Tippet-Maudsley,
In attendance: Mrs Kathryn Bradbury (Clerk)
Apologies:  P Davies; M Megarry; J James   
Register of Interest – None
Chair’s Welcome
The Chair welcomed all Councillors to the meeting.

Minutes of the meeting held on Thursday 23rd November 2017 were agreed as a true record.
Proposed by Roger Harries
Seconded by Bernard Lawrence
Signed by Cllr S Phillips following completion of the meeting.
Matters arising from previous minutes;
  1. Clean Seas Pledge
Pauline has spoken to Jess Morgan regarding a possible funding shortfall. Jess requires a copy of ACC Standing Orders to support the funding application. A copy of the Standing Orders has been emailed to her.
  1. Defibrillator training
A letter has been sent from ACC to Luke Treharne of Tenby First Responders thanking him and his colleagues for the very informative training sessions held recently.

  1. Extending the 30mph speed limit on the C3014 (Summerhill) and installing Vehicle Activated signs (VAS)
The Clerk has written to Darren Thomas in PCC to ask to have this request expedited so the VAS can be installed. Darren Thomas has responded asking for further information which the clerk will supply with help from PCSO Jim Moffatt and Road Policing Sergeant Justin Williams who have visited the site and will report back with findings and recommendations.
Councillors also expressed concern regarding the speed of vehicles along the front in Amroth, specifically along the stretch by Amroth Castle Caravan Park which is a 30mph zone. It was felt that additional speed limit signs would be helpful.  Speed tests would need to be carried out requiring the installation of Speed Monitoring strips to provide evidence of need for additional signage.
Agreed – Clerk to request a copy of the Police report into extending the 30mph speed limit in Summerhill and request the installation of Speed Monitoring strips on the front in Amroth on the section of road by Amroth Castle Caravan Park
3. Disabled access to promenade
A letter was sent to Darren Thomas at PCC to ask for their urgent attention in designating the parking bay situated close to the Promenade for disabled use. This would improve access to the Promenade and beach.  The Disabled Access Officer and PCC Parking Manager are reviewing the request.
  1. CPR Training
The Clerk is in correspondence with St John’s Ambulance Service regarding community based CPR training sessions for the New Year. No date has been set as yet.
  1. PALC and One Voice Wales(OVW) Amalgamation
The Clerk has been in contact with both organisations stating that ACC welcomes the move. OVW will send a welcome pack outlining the benefits and details of the first year costs for membership of One Voice Wales.
  1. PCSO Jim Moffatt
A letter was sent to Dyfed Powys Police Chief Constable regarding ACC’s appreciation of the work of local PCSO Jim Moffatt. A reply was received from the Chief Constable and Police Commissioner acknowledging the appreciation.
  1. Palm Oil on beaches
An email was sent to the Editor of the Tenby Observer asking him to highlight, in the next issue, the fact that there was Palm Oil on the beaches and the dangers it posed to dogs.
  1. Pembrokeshire Town and Community Website
Work is ongoing and it is hoped that ACC will be represented on the site early in the New Year.
Planning
  1. 17/0480/PA  Redevelopment of existing petrol filling station - Llanteg Service Station, LLANTEG, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8QD. Permission Refused.
  1. NP/17/0695/FUL Two storey extensions to front, side and rear of dwelling including balcony at Glen View, Amroth, Narberth, SA67 8NA – SN1590607216. No Objections
  1. NP/17/0720/FUL Retention of front and rear dormer extensions at Channel View, Summerhill, Narberth, SA67 8LU. Comments to be received by 02/01/2018





Correspondence
  1. 2018/2019 Police Precept Consultation
Police commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn has launched a consultation on future police funding via a survey at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/SZ9956P . The consultation ends on 15th December 2017.
  1. PROPOSED CHANGES TO CAR PARKING CHARGES DECEMBER 2017
Two options are proposed in relation to charges in car parks where annual charges apply and car parks where seasonal charges apply.  Alternative options can also be submitted for consideration.
There are also proposals to introduce four new Car Park Permits, and increase charges in relation to five existing Permits.
Further information and details of how to respond can be found at:
The consultation ends on Friday 12th January 2018.
  1. Local Government Finance Policy Division
We have been notified that the appropriate sum for the purposes of section 137(4)(a) of the Local Government Act 1972 (the 1972 Act) for Community and Town Councils in Wales for 2018/19 is £7.86.
  1. Christmas Waste collections – changes
The changes refer only to the collection day, not to what is scheduled for collection.
Usual day of Collection                           will be collected on
Monday 25th Dec                                       Saturday 23rd Dec
Tuesday 26th Dec                                       Sunday 24th Dec
Monday 1st January                                   Saturday 30th Dec

  1. Pembrokeshire County Council
A letter has been received asking for ACC Precept requirements for 2018. (See Finance)

  1. Urdd National Eisteddfod 2018
A letter has been received asking for a donation
Agreed - To be discussed and resolved at January meeting



  1. Dyfed Powys Local Resilience Forum
A letter has been received highlighting the Home Office guidance document entitled Community Resilience Guidance for practitioners issued in October 2016. It can be found at
The guidance is about dealing with emergencies and disasters and being aware of risks that may impact the community; and planning for them to minimize the impact and disruption.
  1. Planning Law in Wales Consultation
The paper and a summary can be accessed in both English and Welsh, by using the following link:  https://www.lawcom.gov.uk/project/planning-law-in-wales/  The consultation questions in the paper set out the Law Commission’s ideas about the ways in which Welsh planning law should be reformed.  Comments or responses can be sent to planning_wales@lawcommission.gov.uk.  The consultation period will run from 30 November to 1 March 2018, after which the Commission will review all the responses received, and publish final recommendations to the Welsh Government.
  1. Thesaurus
Only two schools have responded to date.
Agreed – Clerk to re contact schools who have not replied before January meeting
Update on Acc’s Assets (Chair)
The Chairman, Cllr Stephen Phillips, gave the Council a report on ACC’s Land Holdings
Finance
Account
Account No.
Date of balance
Balance
ACC Community Council Account                                   
70121649
30/11/2017
£12,042.35
ACC Community Council Reserve Account                  
40736856
30/11/2017
£2432.60
ACC Educational Charity of David Rees                         
00233803
30/11/2017
£627.02
ACC Amroth (Old) Village Hall                                                      
770449644
3 Nov 2017
£354.73
ACC Community Council Election Account
40736856
30/11/2017
£2432.60
Can we change the title of this account in the future to make it clear to the Public what it’s for?
Following a query, the existence of the ACC Amroth (Old) Village Hall Account was explained. This led to a discussion on the cost of maintaining of Amroth Hall grounds.
Agreed – In future the cost of maintenance should be paid from the ACC Amroth Hall Account
Cheques to be written this month:
Stephen Phillips - £24 - For searches on behalf of Amroth Community Council at Land Registry
Clerks wages – 18.25 Hrs in November - £194.46
Precept
A discussion took place around ACC’s finances in order to establish a precept request for 2018/19. All monies are spent for the benefit of the local community.  
Agreed
To increase the precept to £10 000 for the year 2018/19. In view of the Community Council needing to fully fund the next election in 2021


Report by Amroth Parish Hall Committee
The Hall is quiet as clubs are breaking for Christmas. Regrettably The Bowling Club has left following a rent rise of £3.
Report by Llanteg Village Hall Committee
  • In 2018 Llanteg Village Hall will be celebrating its 70th year.  A celebration will be held in the hall on 14th January 2018 at 7pm to include a ‘bring and share’ buffet.
  • The seat by the Bus shelter is in dire need of replacement.
Agreed
Replace bench as it is well used.
  • Cllr. John James attended the monthly Community Police meeting in Saundersfoot Regency Hall on Monday 11th. The meeting highlighted that;-
  1. A number of watches have been stolen in Tenby.
  2. A number of Car number plates have been stolen in Pembroke Dock
  3. The Police will be active on an anti-drink, drugs and drive campaign over the Festive period
  4. Next meeting is on Monday 8th January 2018 in The Regency Hall, Saundersfoot
Matters to be added to agenda for next meeting
  1. Discuss a contribution to the Urdd National Eisteddfod
  2. Update on the David Rees Charity and the number of Children who qualify to receive a Thesaurus on leaving year six in July 2018
Any other or Urgent Business
  1. It was reported that an excellent job is being done on carving the tree in Pleasant Valley
  2. A Scam operating in the local area was highlighted. Residents are receiving telephone calls pertaining to be from BT regarding computer faults. The calls are part of a scam. To block nuisance calls press 1572. Unfortunately the number will not work on calls from abroad
  3. Amroth’s New Year’s Day Swim will take place at 12.30pm from the main slip way. This year’s theme is Harry Potter. The chosen charity is Amelie’s Rainbow, a local children’s Cancer Charity.
Date of next meeting   Thursday 18th January 2018 at Llanteg Village Hall.
The meeting closed at 20.30pm
===FOR INFO===
During 2018, National Grid will be refurbishing the overhead power lines between Swansea and Pembroke.

Work will include replacing the steel components on some of the pylons and repainting some of the towers along the line. A map showing the route is available on the project website.

Your electricity supply will not be affected by this work.
National Grid are doing this work to make sure the electricity network is kept in first-class working order to meet the nation’s demands.

The pylons between Swansea and Pembroke were first built over 50 years ago and are in need of structural work to maintain the reliability of the network.


Visit www.nationalgrid.com/pembroke for the latest project information and to sign up to the monthly e-newsletter. 

You can also find a detailed map and answers to Frequently Asked Questions online. If you have any questions,
you can contact the Community Relations Team on 0800 073 1047.
They’re available daily between 7am – 7pm or you can email nationalgridteam@jbp.co.uk.


 Amroth Community Council
Cyngor Cymuned Llanrath
Minutes of meeting held by Amroth Community Council on Thursday 23rd November 2017.
Councillors present: P Davies; F Evans; R Harries; B James; J James; B Lawrence; R Lewis; M Megarry; S Phillips (Chair); R Tippet-Maudsley
In attendance: Mrs Kathryn Bradbury (Clerk); County Councillor Tony Baron
Apologies:  Martin Morris; Alan Davies   
Register of Interest – None
Chair’s Welcome
The Chair welcomed all Councillors to the meeting and the new clerk, Kathryn Bradbury to her first meeting
Minutes of the meeting held on Thursday October 19th 2017 were agreed as a true record.
Proposed by Roger Harries
Seconded by Bernard Lawrence
Signed by Cllr S Phillips following completion of the meeting.
Matters arising from previous minutes;
  1. Clean Seas Pledge
An email from Saundersfoot Community Council has been received, agreeing to support the Clean Seas Pledge and with an offer of financial support of up to £1000. Amroth’s submission for “Sea litter – take action project” funding recently came before the Sub Local Action Group (LAG) and may be approved by the full LAG by the end of the year.
Cllr Davies pointed out that as year has passed, the sculptor may have raised prices.
Agreed
Clerk to speak to Jessica Morgan at PLANED about this concern and ask if additional funding can be made available to cover any shortfall.
  1. Local Action Group Funding
Cllr Baron reported that there is still over £1m available in the LAG for Community projects. Now is time to ask for financial support as the funding window is likely to close in the summer of 2018.  Ideas for Community projects must fit into one of the 5 criteria listed by the LAG.  As Vehicles are regularly coming through Amroth village at significant speeds it was suggested that a submission for Vehicle Activated Signs be made. There was concern that speeding vehicles will cause a serious accident especially near Amroth Castle Caravan Park where there is a high population in the summer and no pavement. Comments were made as to whether this should be dealt with by ACC or is in fact the responsibility of another statutory body. Cllr Baron made an additional suggestion for digital, bilingual heritage signs on the front in Amroth and in Llanteg Village.
  1. Defibrillator training
This took place with good numbers attending the three sessions. Over 40 people are now aware of where the defibrillators are and how to use them. Councillors were pleased to hear that there had been a good representation from across the Community Council area. Tenby First Responders were asked to run a CPR course but this is not something they do and it was suggested that St Johns Ambulance are approached to run courses in both village halls.
Agreed
A thank you letter to be sent from ACC by the Clerk.


  1. Vehicle Activated signs (VAS)
Amroth Community Council have previously requested that the 30mph speed limit area on the C3014 be extended 100m further to the North of the present position, this was with the support of Dyfed Powys Police in pursuit of road safety.
ACC have budgeted to purchase a Vehicle Activated Sign (VAS) to be positioned between the new proposed northern 30mph sign and the existing one, after PCC have made the necessary order.
Agreed
Clerk to write to Darren Thomas in PCC to ask to have this request expedited so the VAS can be installed. It was also agreed to write to PCC regarding the speed limit signs in Pleasant Valley and along the front in Amroth. Copy in Cllr Baron when letter sent.
  1. Glasdon Dog Waste Bag Dispensers.
3 Red Retriever City Sack dispensers have been ordered plus 4000 Dog Waste bags. Delivery is estimated to be 3-4 weeks from order date of 23rd November 2017.


  1. Japanese Knotweed
This needs to be reported via the PCC Contact Centre with the locations where it has been identified.
  1. Horse Chestnut Tree Pleasant Valley
The tree carving is currently being carried out, to be dedicated to Queens Birthday and 70th Wedding anniversary as this coincided with the day the initial work was carried out.


  1. Rock Fall at New Inn
A reply from PCC states that the “rock fall is from private land and Pendine Community Council have the foreshore lease below the rock fall.” Pembrokeshire County Council will arrange for a sign to be put on the eastern end of the Sea wall to warn public who enter the beach there.


  1. Signage from Ironman Wales
PCC have suggested that Marc Owen, Street Care and Parking Manager for PCC, and a representative from the Iron Man organisation arrange to meet with members of Amroth Community Council prior to next year’s event to look at suitable signage.


  1. ‘Unsuitable for caravans’ Signs
This is the first request PCC have received for ‘unsuitable for caravans’ signs. They had not previously been made aware of any problems on the Amroth Arms C3060 and Amroth castle C3045 to Stanwell junction road. PCC propose to monitor the situation and request that ACC reports any incidents to PCC. Councillors were disappointed that it seems that an incident must happen before action can be taken.
Agreed
Report all incidences to the PCC Contact centre.
  1. Disabled access to promenade
Reply from PCC. They are awaiting feedback on this matter and will respond in due course.
Agreed
That another letter be sent to Darren Thomas at PCC to ask for their urgent attention in designating the parking bay close to the Promenade for disabled use.
County Councillor Baron’s report
The County Councils has been busy setting rates for the coming year. There is a need to save an additional £16m from the budget.  All easy cuts have already been made. With significant pressure on local services, the County Council are considering what services the Community Councils could take responsibility for to try to maintain services whilst easing the financial burden. Community Councils could set their precept accordingly to cover additional responsibilities. The County Council has no appetite to squeeze services but cannot see a future without radical change.  Councillor Baron thinks a public consultation is inevitable.   
The County Council have been looking to work collaboratively with other councils to reduce costs but efficiencies still need to be identified. There is no easy solution.  
Councillors agreed that if extra funding was made available there may be services that the Community Council could look at taking on, however the Precept is collected via Council tax and so the financial burden would still be there.  Future pressures are likely to impact on future Community Council activity
2. Kerbside recycling.
Proposed changes will go out to public consultation. There is strong pressure to go to kerbside recycling. The current collection vehicles are old and need replacing. Grants are available from WG for new collection vehicles if the County adopt the WG preferred methods of recycling.  Changes to recycling classification have also impacted on rates in the county.  If recycling rates fall below target, PCC will be heavily fined by WG. The proposal is for multiple recycling boxes to be supplied to each household. Councillors pointed out that this would be at a huge cost and that boxes had been seen flying about in the wind in some parts of the county, causing obstructions. Councillor Baron reported that any recycling fines imposed by WG would adversely impact other services in the County.  
The Community Council can help by encouraging the use of the Orange bag scheme as not all households in the county use them. It is possible that Enforcement Officers will be appointed to police this, although it would incur extra cost. The Community Council may have a stronger voice locally to promote recycling and may have more positive impact. A change in attitude with a sizable minority is necessary although it was stated that in the Amroth Community Council area residents were, in general, compliant with the Orange bag scheme.
Councillors felt that promoting the green argument will be more palatable to the public than saving PCC money. They felt that the County Council need to lead on this and it was for the Community Council to support. The Clean Seas Pledge would be a contributor.
Councillors pointed out that there can be issues with dealing with offenders as some can be aggressive, citing incidences of aggression when asking owners to clear up their dog waste.   
Councillors felt that second home owners should be charged a premium however this encourages the re-registering of the property as a business and all revenue then goes to Cardiff.
Planning
No planning proposals were submitted
Correspondence
  1. Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MWWFRS). Updating contact details.


  1. MWWFRS also forwarded the Swansea Public Services Board Draft Local Well-being Plan called “Working together to build a better future”.  Through the plan the aim is to make Swansea a place” that is prosperous, where our natural environment is appreciated and maintained and where every person can have the best start in life, get a good job, live well, age well and have every opportunity to be healthy, happy, safe and the best they can be.” They have identified 4 primary objective areas which are Early Years; Live Well, Age Well; Working with Nature; and Strong Communities.
An Email Copy of the full document is available to interested parties. Contact the Clerk.
  1. SWWFRS have sent through their draft Corporate Plan 2018 - 2023



The Corporate Plan sets out the Strategic Priorities for the next five years. The plan also contains 12 Draft Improvement Objectives for 2018/2019, which have been designed to help deliver against Strategic Priorities. These Improvement Objectives have been set in the context of the significant challenges facing public services, but also reflect an appetite to embrace innovative ideas and new ways of working. 
The Draft Corporate Plan is out for consultation and can be found on their website at www.mawwfire.gov.uk.  Comments can also be made by telephoning 0370 6060699 and ask for Corporate Communications and Business Development Department. Comments are invited before the closing date of Friday 08 December 2017.
  1. PALC
A letter was received from PALC stating that they had been working closely and successfully with One Voice Wales and are now proposing to amalgamate the two organisations.  The new organisation will be known as One Voice Wales Pembrokeshire Association of Councils.
As a gesture of goodwill the executive of One Voice Wales has offered to subsidize the   membership subscription for all existing PALC Member Councils for the coming year which will be reduced further from the proceeds of the current bank balance within PALC’s closing bank account. The executive thus recommends that all constituent communities within PALC agree to the proposed amalgamation either in writing or at a full meeting of PALC to be held as soon as possible.
Agreed
Clerk to contact OVW and PALC to Agree with the proposed amalgamation
  1. Jill Roberts re November Walk and Future dates – sent by email
  1. Vacancy for Town Clerk In Pembroke Dock and Vacancy for Clerk for Llawhaden Community Council
  1. Zurich Insurance
As a customer of Zurich the Council has access to a 24/7 legal helpline, provided by DAS.
  1. Latest update was received on Local Development Plan Allocations and larger residential sites in the National Park. There are none in Amroth Council area. The Clerk has a copy if anyone would like one
  1. PCC -Proposed Changes to Household Waste & Recycling Collections
PCC are offering an opportunity to comment on the proposed changes to household waste and recycling collections
To find out more and give your views go to: www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/haveyoursay           Or attend one of the local markets to see sample boxes and bags, and give your feedback.
Time
Date
Venue
9.30am – 1pm
Thursday 30th November
Pembroke Town Hall
8.30am – 1pm
Friday 1st December
St Govan’s Centre, Pembroke Dock
8.30am – 2pm
Thursday 7th December
Fishguard Town Hall
8.30am – 2pm
Friday 8th December
Riverside Quay, Haverfordwest

The Consultation closes on Monday 15th January 2018
Agreed
Individuals to send their own views to PCC. Clerk to send a letter from ACC saying ACC has always been very supportive of recycling schemes however there are concerns about some people not recycling and the proposed recycling boxes flying about in high winds. To highlight that there is still uncertainty about what can and cannot be recycled and to reiterate that Amroth is very proud of its Blue Flag status. ACC welcome any new systems for recycling plastics.
Finance
Account
Account No.
Date of balance
Balance
ACC Community Council Account                                   
70121649
31/10/2017
£18,708.70
ACC Community Council Reserve Account                  
40736856
31/10/2017
£2432.60
ACC Educational Charity of David Rees                         
00233803
31/8/17
£656.21
ACC Amroth Village Hall                                                      
770449644
4 Nov 2016
£354.73
Cheques to be written this month:
Gerald Davies Ltd for installing memorial Seats - £1,955.52
Wycraft for engraved bench plaques - £180.00
Streetmaster for 4 stainless steel black memorial seats - £3,576.00
Re issue Cheque for £20 to Llanteg Village Hall. Previous cheque to be cancelled.
Amroth Village Hall for hire of room - £10
Thompson and Morgan – plants for memorial gardens - £18.94
From the David Rees educational charity Account – 3 Thesaurus - £29.19
Report by Amroth Village Hall Committee
The Hall has been having problems with its broadband supply, and this has stopped Monday’s computer classes taking place in the hall. BT admit they are having problems and admitted it is their fault but has still not resolved it.
There will be a table top sale on Saturday 25th in Amroth hall.
Report by Llanteg Village Hall Committee
Village Hall committee agreed to put a speed sign in the car park but the Trunk Road Agency are not currently agreeable to this.
There is a walk arranged by Jill Roberts to the Botanical Gardens in January. Contact Jill on
01 834 831 142 to attend.  
Police meetings are attended on a monthly basis. Both drink and Drug driving are on the increase in the area so there will be an enhanced police presence in the area over the holiday period. Two incidences of removing cockles from Coppet Hall were reported.
There are a number of fake £5 notes in area. Fake notes will smudge if rubbed.
A blue Toyota and corolla have made off from a petrol Station without paying for Fuel
There is a survey by Dyfed Powys police on the value and effectiveness of PCSO’s. The PCSO’s are highly valued locally.
Agreed
Clerk to send letter to the Chief Constable expressing their appreciation of the work of the local PCSO.
Mary’s book club is now held at the Wanderers Rest
A Rememberance Service was held in Llanteg Village Hall which was well attended
There is a Coffee morning in the hall on Friday 24th November
Matters to be added to agenda for next meeting
  1. Finance - 2018 Budget and Precept to be discussed
Any other or Urgent Business
    1. All commemorative seat requests are to be sent to the Clerk.


    1. Following a Training session in Saundersfoot with One Voice Wales it was agreed that the public do not have to leave a meeting when finances are discussed and a sentence on the agenda will be changed to reflect this.
Agreed
Clerk to reword agenda
    1. Palm Oil has washed up on the beach which is very poisonous to dogs. Dog wardens are active.
Agreed
Clerk to ask papers to draw public’s attention to the issue and pictures of the Palm Oil to be put on to notice boards.
    1. It was agreed that ACC will join the Pembrokeshire Town and Community website, hosted by PCC and that monthly agendas and minutes will be uploaded to it
Date of next meeting   Thursday 14th December 2017 at Llanteg Village Hall.
The meeting closed at 21.21 p.m.

 Minutes of meeting held by Amroth Community Council on Thursday 19th October 2017
 Councillors Present   A Davies; P Davies; F Evans ; R Harries ;B James; J James; B Lawrence; R Lewis; M Morris; S Phillips (Chair); R Tippet-Maudsley ,

In attendance: Mrs. H Jones (Clerk); County Councillor Baron

Apologies: M Megarry.

Register of Interest – None.

Chair’s welcome
The Chair welcomed Cllr M Morris to his first meeting.


Minutes of the meeting held on Thursday 21st September were agreed, proposed by Cllr R. Harries and seconded by Cllr P Davies and signed by Cllr. S Phillips following completion of the meeting.


Outstanding issues to be addressed from the minutes
  
1.      Defibrillators
The training session by Tenby and Saundersfoot Community First Responders had arranged a training/demonstration on 1st October 2017 @ 7 p.m. in Llanteg Village Hall had been excellent. However it highlighted the fact that as well as training on use of Defibrillators it was essential that CPR training was also given as it was important for patients to receive this while the defibrillator was being made ready for use on the patient. Two further defibrillator training sessions had been arranged Wednesday 25/10/17 in the afternoon and Thursday 26/10/17 in the evening @ Amroth Hall, Summerhill. Further details were available from Cllr Mary Megarry. All the councillors agreed that it was essential that the location of the defibrillators in the community be widely advertised. Tenby and Saundersfoot Community First Responders had been approached to organise CPR training sessions, details to follow when arranged.

Agreed
That newspaper and newsletters be asked to publicise that defibrillators were in Amroth Community hall, Summerhill; in Llanteg Village Hall; at the New Inn, Amroth and the Osborne Shop in Amroth.


2.      Vehicle activated signs Summerhill.
Councillors were very disappointed that approximately 10 of the required 30 m.p.h. signs were currently missing in Pleasant Valley.

Agreed
That a decision on vehicle Activated Signs (V A S ) be postponed until Pembrokeshire County Council’s work to replace these speed limit signs was completed.



3. Horse Chestnut Tree Pleasant Valley.
  Pembrokeshire County Council,(Barry magee) had visited the site and declared the tree to be unsound. Councillors had obtained the following quotes for work:-
1. Roscoe Tree Services to remove the tree but not clear the site  £480.00 plus VAT
2. Carl Diggit remove the tree and clear site £480.00 ..vat exempt.
3. Dan Badham trim the tree and remove branches £350.00 plus £600.00 to carve the remaining stripped trunk to reflect that it had been planted for Queen Elizabeth’s Silver Jubilee.

Resolved
That the preferred option was to trim the tree, remove the branches and carve the stripped trunk to reflect that it had been planted for Queen Elizabeth’s Silver Jubilee, but to keep the total cost, less vat , under £1000.00.



4. Japanese Knotweed
Councillors reported seeing Japanese Knotweed in various parts of the community
Resolved
That the Clerk contact Pembrokeshire County Council again to ascertain correct reporting/resolving procedure.


5. Pebble/stone removal from Amroth Beach
There had been more incidents of this illegal act, reported to Community Councillors and passed on to Pembrokeshire County Council legal department. The advice from Pembrokeshire County Council was for members of the public not to approach the felons but to note the incident, with details/descriptions of the vehicles and people involved and report it to either their Community councillor or directly to Pembrokeshire County Council, legal department.

Resolved
a) That newspapers and local newsletters be asked to advertise that members of the public were requested not to approach the felons but to note the incident, with details/descriptions of the vehicles and people involved and report it to either their Community councillor or directly to Pembrokeshire County Council , legal department.
b) That the Community Council’s request for signs could be installed warning members of the public of the illegality of the act and the fine to be imposed be reiterated
c) That County Councillor Baron pursue the matter and possible resolution.


6. Dog Pooh Bins
  Following the site visit on Tuesday 26/9/17 regarding locations of Dog Pooh Bins, the Clerk had obtained the following 3 quotes:-
Glasden  
Retriever City green bin   £95.42 plus VAT
1000 sacks        £29.18
Free delivery 2/3 weeks delivery est time
………………………………………………………

JRB    
Green sack dispenser                       £79.00 plus VAT
If ordering 3 dispenser free delivery
Bags  800       economy £22.80    standard  £26.00
Discount for 10 cases
Delivery 1 or 2 days
……………………………………………..

Wybone 
Green dispensers £68.99 plus VAT
Bags   800 £37.75 plus VAT
Delivery £16.00 plus VAT  in 2 days.
…………………………………….
It was decided that the Glasden dispenser was the preferred as it was likely to last longer and be more aesthetically pleasing .Local businesses had agreed to contribute £150.00 towards the dog pooh sacks.

Resolved
That the Clerk order 3 Red retriever City sack dispensers from Glasden and 3000 dog Pooh bags.


7. County Councillor Baron’s report

1. Boundary Commission review.
 The proposal was designed to readjust some boundaries of wards in Pembrokeshire to balance the number of inhabitants in the wards, without disrupting community spirit and residents. The average size was intended to be 1523 residents by 2022 plus the possibility of increasing County Councillors to 62 from 60.It was currently at the first response stage to be followed by consultation; response; consultation then decision. County Councillors were in favour of, to reduce costs to the electorate, reducing county councillors to 54.The current suggestion was to amalgamate Amroth with north Saundersfoot. Ultimately the decision would be made by the Welsh Office.
2. Kerb Side Recycling
The proposal of 3 weekly kerb side recycling was intended to meet recycling targets of 64% by 2020 and 75% by 2025 and avoid hefty fines. With the introduction of Kerb Side recycling would come the offer of a grant for Pembrokeshire County Council to be able to replace and update their old stock refuse collection vehicles. Currently no decision had been made and it was a very emotive subject for the County Councillors as residents maybe extremely inconvenienced with the introduction of Kerb Side Recycling.

3. Llanteg Village Road Crossing
    County Cllr Baron reported that he had received presentation form residents of Llanteg stating that the village was split in two by the A477 and lack of pedestrian crossing areas. Community councillors stated that at the very least there should be an island in the middle of the road to give pedestrians a chance to cross, what is a very busy and fast road, in two attempts. However this fell under the purview of South Wales Trunk Road Agency (SWTRA).
4. Trelesi Road
 The verges had been encroaching onto the road for some time and Pembrokeshire County Council had agreed to excavate the verge, put in a passing bay and widen the road.


Planning

17/0480/PA Llanteg Service station
That the Chair draft a letter of objection expressing the grounds of objection of the whole Community Council

NP/17/0617/FUL Timber deck/Sitting Area Shell haven, Amroth .
Agreed   No Objection.


Correspondence

1.       PCNPA offer of voluntary wardens to undertake community work in Amroth Community Council Area.
      Resolved
      That the offer be declined at present.             

2.      The Pensions Regulator automatic enrolment. The clerk reported that she, as the sole employee, had previously written to the Pensions Regulator informing him that she did not wish to enrol in a pension with Amroth Community Council.



Finance

Account
Account No.
Date of balance
Balance
ACC Community Council Account                                   
70121649
29/9/17
£18301.16
ACC Community Council Reserve Account                 
40736856
29/9/17
£2432.60
ACC Educational Charity of David Rees                        
00233803
31/8/17
£656.21
ACC Amroth Village Hall                                                      
770449644
4 Nov 2016
£354.73

Cheques to be written this month:
Roger Harries for Wycraft plaques     £23.00
Wales Audit Office (Grant Thornton) £243.00
Agreed
That a budget be grafted by the Clerk and sent to all Community Councillors to discuss, decide and set precept request on 23/11/17 meeting.


Other Matters, not on the agenda

1. National Grid
  The chair had recently attended a presentation regarding the national grid upgrades. There would be no interruption to electric supplies,70 towers would be replaced/improved, some traffic disruption but no road closures. Any queries contact 0800 073 1047.

2. Clean Seas project
A galvanised sculpture of a fish would be erected on Amroth sea front to publicise the incredible amount of plastic waste polluting seas and harming sea life. This would cost approximately £10,000.00 but funding for 70% of the cost was already in place. In the future the sculpture might be transported/lent to other coastal communities to publicise the Clean Seas Project. It was proposed that if local businesses pledged to reduce/replace use of plastic cups etc to lessen the impact of plastic pollution they would get a certificate to display in their shop/business.
Resolved
That a maximum contribution of £3,000.00 be made from Amroth Community Council.

3. Invitation to meet Chairman of Pembrokeshire County Council
   Resolved that the Clerk inform Pembrokeshire County Council that 5 or possibly 6 Community Councillors would be attending @ 7 p.m. on 25/10/17.

4. Calendar of meetings
Resolved
That the Clerk prepare and issue to all Community Councillors the dates and locations of all future meetings to the May A. G. M.

5. Plaques for benches.
  Resolved
  That the clerk contact Wyecraft ltd to confirm the Community Council`s order or 20 plastic plaques to replace the current plaques which, as discussed in the meeting of September 21st 2017, posed a potential health and safety hazard.

The meeting ended at 21:15

Date of next meeting:   The date of the next meeting will be Thursday 23rd November 2017 at 7pm in Amroth Village Hall, Summerhill.





 AMROTH COMMUNITY COUNCIL
CYNGOR CYMUNED LLANRATH
Meeting held on Thursday 21st September 2017

Councillors Present   A Davies; P Davies; F Evans ; R Harries ;B James;  J James; B Lawrence;

R Lewis; S Phillips (Chair); R Tippet-Maudsley ,

In attendance:   V Dennis (Outgoing Clerk), H Jones (Incoming Clerk)

Apologies:  M Megarry; M Morris.

Register of Interest – None.

Chair`s welcome
The Chair welcomed all councillors to the meeting after the summer break. He expressed the thanks of all the committee to Mr Vic Dennis for his exemplary work as clerk and responsible finance officer for Amroth Community Council. Also for Mr Dennis ensuring a smooth transition of duties and outstanding work, during the take over of post, by the new clerk and responsible finance officer, Mrs Heather Jones. The Chair welcomed the new Clerk to her first meeting.

Minutes of the meeting held on Thursday 20th July 2017 were agreed, proposed by Cllr R. Harries and seconded by Cllr J James and signed by Cllr. S Phillips following meeting.

Outstanding issues to be addressed from the minutes
  
1.      Defibrillators
The 3 defibrillators which Amroth Community Council made a substantial donation towards have now been installed. 1 in Amroth Community hall, Summerhill, one in Llanteg Village Hall and one at the New Inn. This, with the defibrillator at the Osborne Shop in Amroth funded by LNG brought the total to 4 defibrillators in the community. Councillors were anxious that a demonstration or training be made available to residents. Tenby and Saundersfoot Community First Responders have arranged a training/demonstration on 11th October 2017 @ 7 p.m. in Llanteg Village Hall; all residents were welcome to attend.

2.      Vehicle activated signs Summerhill.
PCC traffic management was seeking certification from Sunset Solar that their Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS) were suitable for highways.
Councillors were anxious that when certification was resolved that a VAS be installed on the approach to Summerhill and another location in the Community.
Discussion was held regarding traffic problems in the area and it was agreed that bollards in some areas no longer had effective reflectors.

3.      Signage for the Ironman Wales event
 Despite a meeting with Iron Man Wales it was felt that there had been no change to the signage in 2017 compared with 2016 events. All councillors agreed that the signage from the eastern approach to Amroth village was insufficient during the Ironman weekend.
Iron Man Wales was a feather in the cap of Tenby and did promote the area for this and other events like Long Course in July as well as participants using the course for trial runs in the lead up to the event. However, road closures had been an inconvenience to residents and businesses.

Agreed
That Iron Man Wales and Pembrokeshire County Council Highways Department be contacted and informed that the signage from the eastern approach to Amroth village was insufficient during the Ironman Wales weekend.  The signage should commence at Pendine Church and say “Access to Amroth village only, The road beyond is closed, Businesses are open as usual in Amroth”.

4.      One Voice Wales Membership
Agreed
That membership of One Voice Wales be considered before May 2018.

5. Road Signage
 Agreed
That Pembrokeshire County Council be contacted regarding the possibility of “Road unsuitable for Caravans” signs be installed on the road from Llanteg to Amroth; at the junction towards the old Zoar Chapel; Amroth arms road; Amroth Castle Road.

6. Llanteg Community Hall and Association
   
The Llanteg Fun Day on Sunday 30th July had raised £2790.00, an increase of almost £1000.00 on 2016 a fund raising event for Wales Air Ambulance. Councillors sent their congratulations to Jo and Polly for their hard work towards the organising of the event.
Agreed
That a letter be sent to Jo and Polly.

At the recent local police meeting attendees had been warned of a telephone scam purporting to be from the Inland Revenue stating that residents hadn’t paid enough income tax. This had worried residents who had received these calls.

Forthcoming events

1.       29/9/2017 Macmillan Coffee Morning @ 11 a.m. in Llanteg Village Hall
2.      29/9/2017 Macmillan Coffee Afternoon @ 4 p.m. in Wanderers Rest
3.       30 Sep walk in Tenby visiting the blue plaques.
4.      21 Oct walk along the Miners Walk from Kilgetty. Further details from Jill Roberts on 01834831142

Planning

NP/17/0523/FUL Maythorn, Amroth
Agreed
Local councillors view the site and report any objections to Pembrokeshire National Parks via the Clerk.

NP/17/0394/FUL Little Whiteleys, approval granted by NCNPA.
Noted.

NP/17/0485/FUL Thane Cottage, Amroth.
No objections.

Bryn Howell.
Discussion took place between councillors regarding an entrance below Bryn Howell.
Agreed
That the e mail from PCNPA be circulated to councillors and Clerk reply to e mail.

Correspondence

  1. Letter of thanks for Llanteg Village Hall Committee regarding contribution towards defibrillator.
        Received and noted.

  1. Email regarding Sign boards for Llanteg Park, Llanteg Wood and Ledgerland Lane.
           Agreed that the correspondence be redirected to Pembrokeshire County Council.

      3.  David Rees Charity
          Stepaside School had responded with details of year 6 students who would  qualify for a thesaurus.
                Resolved
                That the Clerk pursue replies from Saundersfoot and Tavernspite Schools.    


Finance

Account
Account No.
Date of balance
Balance
ACC Community Council Account                                  
70121649
31 8 2017
£17299.16
ACC Community Council Reserve Account                 
40736856
31 8 2017
£2432.60
ACC Educational Charity of David Rees                        
00233803
31 8 2017
£656.21
ACC Amroth Village Hall                                                      
770449644
4 Nov 2016
£354.73

Cheques to be written this month:
One Voice Wales-£120 for training
Llanteg Village Hall hire  £20.00
Outgoing Clerk salary/Expenses  £448.00

The Clerk/RFO presented the Wales Audit Office (Grant Thornton) report. 
The VAT returns for 2016-17 had been completed.
Agreed
V A T returns be posted. Forms be obtained from the bank to add new Clerk/RFO as signatory

Other Matters, not on the agenda

1. Japanese Knotweed
Councillors reported seeing Japanese Knotweed in various parts of the community
Resolved
That the Clerk contact Pembrokeshire County Council to ascertain correct reporting/resolving procedure.

2.Pebble/stone removal from Amroth Beach
Councillors reported that visitors were illegally removing pebbles/stones from Amroth beach.
Resolved
That Cllr J James contact the community PCSO, Jim Moffat to report the matter and seek advice on how to prevent this in future and/or if signs could be installed warning members of the public.

3. Benches
   Resolved
 That all requests for memorial/dedicated benches in the community be addressed to the Clerk/RFO.
That all slate plaques be replaced with plastic plaques, due to Health and Safety as the slate was brittle and posed a potential hazard.
That purchasers of benches continue to be informed that the benches and insurance remain the property of Amroth Community Council.
That some councillors attend a site visit on Tuesday 26/9/17 2:30 p.m. re position of future benches.

4. Land owned by Amroth Community Council
Resolved
That the Chair ascertain via Land Registry the extend/location of land owned by Amroth Community Council.

5. Dog Pooh Bins
Resolved
That some councillors attend a site visit on Tuesday 26/9/17 regarding locations of Dog Pooh Bins.

6. Horse Chestnut Tree Pleasant Valley.
  Councillors reported that they had been requested to give permission for removal of one of the 9 Horse Chestnut Trees planted to mark the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth 2nd.It was agreed that the historical significance and environmental benefit of the tree be maintained.
Resolved
That the Clerk contact Pembrokeshire County Council and request that the soundness of the tree be ascertained and resultant procedure for making it safe, if necessary.

7. Rock fall, New Inn /Amroth Beach
 The area is used by anglers and children on geological educational classes but there had been a recent, significant rock fall.
Resolved
That the Clerk write to both Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Coastal Officer and Pembrokeshire County Council drawing the Health and Safety issues to their attention. Requesting a “Beware falling rocks” sign similar to the one at the other end of Amroth Beach.

8. Disabled access to promenade
 Despite a resolution at the meeting on 22/6/17 by Amroth Community Council being reported to Pembrokeshire County Council Stating” Disabled access to promenade is a long way from the ramp. There is a parking space available but it is not deemed a disabled parking bay.” The bay had not been designated a disabled parking bay.
Resolved
That the Clerk Contact Pembrokeshire County Council and reiterate the decision made by Amroth Community Councillors.

9. Litter bins on A477
    Despite a resolution at the meeting on 22/6/17 by Amroth Community Council being    reported to Pembrokeshire County Council Stating, “It was agreed that there should be a litter bin at the Bus Stop in Summerhill and the litter bins need emptying more frequently in the Amroth Car park”. The work had not been carried out.
Resolved
That the Clerk Contact Pembrokeshire County Council and reiterate the decision made by Amroth Community Councillors.

10. Outgoing Clerk
Resolved
That a letter of thanks be sent to the outgoing Clerk.

The meeting ended at 20:45

Date of next meeting:   The date of the next meeting will be Thursday 19th October 2017 at 7pm in Llanteg Village Hall. Remaining dates for 2017 and future dates for 2018 to be decided at this meeting.



 AMROTH COMMUNITY COUNCIL
CYNGOR CYMUNED LLANRATH
MATTERS DISCUSSED AT THE JULY MEETING 2017

Outstanding issues to be addressed:-  
1.       Replacement Clerk.
Unfortunately the replacement clerk had not been able to accept the post due to unfortunate and unforeseen personal circumstances.  Vic Dennis confirmed that he would continue in post until 1st Sep 2017 when he will be replaced by a suitable candidate identified in the recent recruitment exercise.

2.      Tenby and Saundersfoot Community First Responders.
 The Clerk has written to Tenby and Saundersfoot Community First Responders offering a donation of £1800 as a contribution towards the provision of 3 defibrillators, 1 in each Hall and one to be situated in a business premises in Amroth village. It was confirmed that the New Inn was delighted to have a defibrillator sited at their premises and this would complement the other new defibrillator recently sited at the Osborne Shop.

  1. Vehicle activated signs Summerhill.
PCC traffic management has provided comprehensive information and additional information from another supplier had been circulated widely.  

It was agreed that the Clerk obtain alternative prices for 1 or 2 units from Sunset Solar, the preferred option.  Also the Clerk to check with PCC traffic management whether they have any objections to the Sunset Solar Units which can be sourced locally.  A final decision will be made at the September meeting.  It had previously been agreed that as well as the site originally agreed in Summerhill, there would be 2 other sites in Amroth village and Pleasant Valley.

The Clerk is to contact PCC traffic management regarding the countywide speed review and the extension at Summerhill would form part of that.  It was also agreed that the 2 30mph speed limits should be joined to cover the whole of Pleasant Valley. 

4.      Signage on A477:
Following the previous letter from the Welsh Government the Clerk is to reply pointing out that the WG had referred to the wrong junction in their reply to the original letter from ACC. 
It was agreed that the placement of reflect strips on the end of the wall by either entrance will be raised with the Llanteg Village Hall committee.

In relation to the brown information sign on A477, County Cllr. T. Baron has a meeting of the leader funding tomorrow and he will get forms from PLANED and ask one of the animators to assist the Clerk in completing an application for the Chair to sign.  The bid could also include the interactive interpretative boards elsewhere in the Community.

5.      Litter Bins:
The Clerk met with PCC Environmental Services supervisor to discuss the provision of litter bins.  PCC agreed to site a second bin in the car park at Amroth and one at the bus stop in Summerhill.  These have been done and there are plans to site 2 bins either side of the A477 in the Lay bys on A477 near Bangeston and Foxes Walk. 

6.      Parking in Summerhill Estate:
The caravan had been removed from the Summerhill Estate. 

7.      Pembrokeshire Tourism: Best Dog Friendly Beach categories of the Dog Friendly Pembrokeshire Tourism Awards.
The Clerk has contacted Pembrokeshire Tourism and they have agreed to email a copy of the Best Dog Friendly Beach award certificate as soon as the member of staff returns form annual leave on 24 July 2017.

  1. Training modules for new councillors.
A free planning training workshop was held in Haverfordwest on 3rdJuly 2017. Those councillors that attended were disappointed with the quality of the training.
2 councillors are due to attend training on Understanding the Law on 25th July 2017.
The Monitoring Officer at PCC has offered to deliver Code of Conduct Training to a cluster of Community Councils if we wished to partake of it.  The Clerk is to contact other local Community Councils to organise a joint event.

9.      Good Councillor Guide
  The Clerk has yet contact PALC to obtain further copies.

10.   2017 Elections:
The responses from 2 people who wish to be considered for the vacant Community Council Seat had been circulated.  It was agreed to co-opt Mr. Martin Morris to Amroth Community Council for the Crunwere Ward.

11.   Disabled access to promenade is a long way from the parking bay. 
There is a closer parking space available but it is not deemed a disabled parking bay. The Clerk to contact PCC.

12.   Seat at the top of the slip.
Following the meeting of the Clerk and a representative PCC it was established that the bench had not been placed by either PCC or ACC however following the placement of this bench it did leave an exact space for another bench in between and PCC had agreed already agreed to replace the damaged wooden bench that had been removed earlier in the year.

13.   New memorial seat donation.  
The clerk has written to Mr Roger Bentley.

14.   Signage for the Ironman Wales event in September. 
The signage from the eastern approach to Amroth village was insufficient during the Ironman weekend.  The signage should commence at Pendine Church and say “Access to Amroth village only, The road beyond is closed, Businesses are open as usual in Amroth”.  There was a further suggestion that a one way system be considered around the triangle of the old school, the castle and the Amroth Arms whilst the road to Summerhill is closed. It was agreed that the Clerk contact PCC and discuss. There is a meeting regarding the Ironman on 27th July 2017 in County Hall that the Clerk will attend.

15.  One Voice Wales
The Chair had raised previously that ACC should reconsider its membership of One Voice Wales.  It was agreed that ACC should reconsider their membership before May 2018 when the membership of PALC expires.  In the meantime it was shared that the OVW website was readily available and contained extensive information.


County Councillor T. Baron 
PCC Chair, Cllr. Paul Harries has invited Amroth Community Council to County Hall along with 3 other CCs at the same time. There will be a number of officers there to address questions. The Clerk is to write to Cllr Harries to accept the offer and arrange a date.

Cllr. T. Baron had received a document outlining Sustainable Wales by the Welsh Government.  It contained interesting references to drainage and sewerage including a suggestion for unified sewerage regulations. Cllr. T. Baron to forward to Clerk and Clerk will circulate.

The road from Llanteg to Amroth is unsuitable for caravans and there should be a sign at the junction towards the old Zoar Chapel warning that the road is unsuitable. Clerk to contact PCC.

There had been a robust debate in the County Council chamber earlier today regarding the Memorandum of Understanding between Pembrokeshire College and PCC regarding post 16 education. Councillors were concerned that if the MOU was signed as presented that it could be the end of 6th form provision in Pembrokeshire schools, Cllr. Baron blamed the cuts made by the Welsh Government and reported that arts and music was under threat in schools. He encouraged members to write to the Director of Education if they were concerned.  He further reported that Pembrokeshire was a net contributor of business rates to Cardiff.  This meant that if schools provision was increased in the County, the County will be paying more business rates. The Clerk was instructed to write to the Director of Education and express the Councils wish to keep 6th form provision within the PCC Education department.

Llanteg Community Hall and Association -
Events in Llanteg
  1. There is a Coffee Morning on the last Friday of each month in the hall. 
  2. Llanteg Fun Day Sunday 30th July 12- 6.00 p.m.  £1.00 entry for adults children free.

A community (& field based) event raising funds for WALES AIR AMBULANCE!
Please join us for an afternoon of live music, food & drink, stalls and entertainment... !
Elvis Prescelly, The Sleeping Dogs, BBQ, woodfired pizza, icecream, bar, fete stalls, slip & slide, hoops & hoppers, tug of war, Battlefield Live laser targets, inflatables, man v pancake, raffle and more TBC soon.
  1. August Walk - Bank holiday Monday 28th August - Llanteg and afterwards a DIY BBQ at The Claypits from around 5.00 pm. Please bring your own food and drinks and BBQ.
  2. 30 Sep walk in Tenby visiting the blue plaques.
  3. 21 Oct walk along the Miners Walk from Kilgetty.
Further details from Jill Roberts on 01834831142

The old school gardens- Clerk to check the ownership of the land. A decision to support the maintenance works will discussed in September.

Amroth and District Community Association
The classes have stopped for the summer break. Only Bingo and the Bible classes are now continuing through the summer.

Planning

17/0118/AD Internally illuminated totem sign.
Location:  Llanteg Service Station, Llanteg, Narberth, SA67 8QD. Conditionally Approved

17/0184/PA Proposed Agricultural Machinery and Feed Building
Location: Land north of Hayloft Cottage, East Llanteg Farm, Llanteg, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8QA.  Conditionally Approved, despite the objection from ACC about the quality of information provided on which to make a judgement.

17/0161/PA Erection of Agricultural Shed.
Location:  Land Adjacent Little Kings Park, Amroth Road, Narberth, SA67 8PG. No objection raised. Permission refused.

Temporary rural enterprise worker’s dwelling at Land at Bangeston, Stepaside, Narbeth SA67 8PH. The appeal is allowed and planning permission is granted for in accordance with the terms of the application, Ref 16/0341/PA, dated 4 July 2016

The Clerk had written to PCNPA regarding an unplanned entrance to Bryn Howell on the hill down to Wisemans Bridge.  PCNPA were taking action.

17/0230/AG Nutrient storage lagoon Trenewydd Farm, Agri Notf 216309 210953
LLANTEG, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8QG This was on the PCC planning list however ACC has not received notification. 

NP/17/0394/FUL-Little Whiteleys, Wisemans Bridge. Demolition of existing porch, part of first floor walls and roofs. Provide new roofs with glazed walls below and first floor rear extension to provide upside down accommodation. New first floor balcony and associated external works. No objection raised.

NP/17/0420/FUL - Conversion of existing first floor flat to 3 self contained units & alterations to ground floor cafe to provide undercover stairwell to flats above at Pirate Cafe, Amroth, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8NF is due to arrive.

Correspondence

  1. Revised School Organisation Code.

The consultation document and the revised Code are available at the link below

English: https://consultations.gov.wales/consultations/school-organisation-code
Consultation end date: 30/09/2017
School Organisation and Admission Branch/ Y Gangen Trefniadaeth Ysgolion a Derbyniadau
School Effectiveness Division/ Yr Is-Adran Effeithiolrwydd
The Education Directorate/ Y Gyfarwyddaeth Addysg
Welsh Government/ Llywodraeth Cymru

  1. Welsh Government Workshops for local government representatives on higher activity radioactive waste management and disposal
The main purpose of the workshop is for the Welsh Government to raise awareness of geological disposal and its proposals for community engagement ahead of a consultation.  Although the Welsh Government has adopted a policy for the geological disposal of Higher Activity Waste - this does not mean that a GDF will necessarily be built in Wales or that the Welsh Government will seek to have a GDF built in Wales.  Our policy is clear: a GDF will only be built in Wales if a community is prepared to host it. The workshops will be on Tuesday 19 September in the National Waterfront Museum, Swansea.

  1. 13th Conference and Annual General Meeting of One Voice Wales
The conference will be held on Saturday 30th September 2017 at the Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, LD2 3SY.
The Minister Mark Drakeford will be the key note speaker and will update us on developments relating to Local Government Reform for our sector.

4.      The consultation on the Welsh Revenue Authority having access to criminal powers went live on 10 July. This is a 12 weeks consultation ending on 2 October 2017. The consultation document is available at the following links

https://consultations.gov.wales/consultations/welsh-revenue-authority-powers-tackle-tax-crime  
https://ymgyngoriadau.llyw.cymru/ymgyngoriadau/pwerau-awdurdod-cyllid-cymru-er-mwyn-mynd-ir-afael-throseddau-trethi

We are consulting on the impact of the Welsh Revenue Authority being provided with specific criminal powers and we ask people’s views and comments on:
·         the need to tackle devolved tax offences through the use of criminal powers
·         the organisations which may be involved in criminal investigation and prosecution
·         the practical implications of making use of different elements of UK criminal powers legislation
·         ensuring appropriate safeguards and governance on the use of these powers. 

  1.  Election Cymru survey has been circulated.

  1. Review of Electoral Arrangements in the County of Pembrokeshire - 28 July 2017 – 5.00 pm
The Boundary Commission will be undertaking a review of all 22 Local Authorities in Wales beginning in January 2017, presenting Final Recommendations to Welsh Government in good time before the 2022 local government elections.
 The Pembrokeshire review will commence on 31 July.
 Prior to the commencement of the review, Mr Ceri Stradling, the Lead Commissioner, and Mr Matthew Redmond, Deputy Chief Executive, of the Boundary Commission would like to make a presentation to representatives of Town and Community Councils to explain the process for the forthcoming boundary review.
 Consequently, arrangements have been made for the session to be held on Friday, 28 July 2017 at 5.00 pm in Committee Room 1, County Hall, Haverfordwest and will last approximately two hours. I would be grateful if you could confirm your attendees by no later than this Friday, the 21st July.  

Other Matters

A report was received from the PACTO meeting on 3rd July 2017. The Chief Constable of Dyfed Powys Police attended. He originally started as a Special Constable.
There is an active drink drive campaign taking place.
Fake £20 notes are still circulating in the area.
An elderly woman was recently overcharged £180 which was a scam. It was claimed that she owed a refund of Council Tax-
All arrest cells are now in Haverfordwest.

The Chair had received an informal Invitation to visit PCNPA.  In October the planning system will go online.

The provision of dog pooh dispensers and bags was raised.  Further information to be obtained before a decision is made.

Knotweed was growing outside the Castle by the Millfield. Clerk to contact the County Council Knotweed Officer.    

A 2 min beach clean kit has been sited in the Village.  The Clerk to discuss with PCC officer, regarding the possibility of another. It was agreed to contribute up to £310 for the provision of another one.

Date of next meeting:   The date of the next meeting will be Thursday 21st Sep 2017 at 7pm in Amroth Village Hall.
 AMROTH COMMUNITY COUNCIL
CYNGOR CYMUNED AMROTH
MATTERS DISCUSSED AT THE MARCH MEETING 2017

Outstanding issues to be addressed:-  
  1. Neighbourhood policing:
The Clerk had written to the Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner raising the concerns of ACC regarding the changes Neighbourhood Policing.
A reply was received from Chief Inspector for Operations in Pembrokeshire who reassured that the PCSO team that currently serve the Tenby, Saundersfoot and indeed Amroth area, will not be in any way adversely effected. He completely agree that it would indeed be completely counter-productive to move officers away from areas where they have worked so closely to forge relationships with you all for a number of years. The potential changes are more concerned with other aspects of management that will not impact on the day to day role of our PCSO team. These details had also been shared at the Saundersfoot PACT meeting on Monday 6th March. Cllr. T Brinsden had also met the Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner who confirmed the same.
  1. Vehicle activated signs Summerhill.
The Clerk had received only indicative budget figures for the vehicle activated signs for Summerhill so far.  No advice has been received regarding the traffic order changes.
  1.  Amroth Car Park Consultation: 
The Clerk and Cllr R. Tippet Maudsley have yet to meet and exchange the details to forward to PCNPA.
4.      Bonfire Beacon:
Previously Cllr. R Harries reported that there was a gas beacon available and it was agreed use the beacon for the “Battles Over” commemoration in Nov 2018. The Clerk to contact the organisers to confirm ACC’s participation.

5.      Planning Enforcement:
Clerk had emailed, phoned and met PCC planning enforcement regarding a residential caravan opposite Llanteg Village Hall which had shown signs of habitation. The enforcement officer is in correspondence with the landowner.

6.      Water on Lower Road: 
The Clerk contacted Dŵr Cymru who assured today that they will look at it in the next 24 hrs.

7.       Signage on A477:
The Clerk has contacted the South Wales Trunk Road Agency who have acknowledge receipt of ACC’s concerns. They have forwarded ACC’s concerns and request to the Welsh Government.

8.      Litter Bins in Lay-bys on A477:
The Clerk contacted PCC but had not received a reply from PCC Area Maintenance regarding the siting of 2 litter bins sited in the lay-bys situated opposite each other on the A477 between Penybont and the Old Welsh Road.  Councillors added that the layby just across the Carmarthenshire border was in a filthy condition.

9.      Parking in Summerhill Estate:
The Clerk had contacted PCC Housing Department and raise the concerns regarding parking of vehicles, including caravans, in the Summerhill Estate. An acknowledgement had been receive from the Housing Department who are going to look into it.

County Councillor T. Brinsden report 
Cllr. T Brinsden reported that he would not be standing in the forthcoming elections for either the County seat or on the Community Council.
The Councillors were invited by Cllr. T Brinsden to a Chairmen’s reception in recognition of the support that he had received from ACC during his term of office as Chair of PCC.
He was thanked for all his work on behalf of the community and he would be greatly missed after the May elections.
Cllr. T Brinsden also recommended that after the May elections, the new Community Council should consider forming a planning sub-committee to deal more efficiently and consistently with applications which are received between Council meetings. This would be for the Council to decide following 4 May 2017 election.  Training will be readily available.
Cllr. T. Brinsden was asked for support for the sign advertising the amenities of Amroth of the A477. He agreed to contact the Trunk Road Agency.

Llanteg Community Hall and Association
The next issue of the village newsletter should be available on 15 April.
The next walk of the Llanteg walking group on Sunday 7th May will be in Castlemartin and will be from 09:30 -16:30.  There will be a minibus leaving the village hall at 9:00.
The Book Club is well supported and the next meeting is on 4 April in the hall. Contact Mary Megarry for further information on 07970 755312.
It was agreed that Ruth Roberts and Jill Roberts did an excellent job with the Llanteg website and Facebook page.

Amroth and District Community Association
Nothing to report.

Planning

Amendment to condition 2 (siting) of planning app. 15/0804/PA (relocation of workshop/repair centre with new single storey workshop building).
TENBY TOURERS, Crofty, Llanteg, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8QE. Amendments were approved with conditions.
16/1061/AD Four Free Standing Directional Signs for Tenby Tourers And Byron's Cafe (Replacement)
Tenby Tourers & Byron's Cafe, Llanteg, Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8QE.
Permission refused.

NP/17/0052/FUL Change of use of part ground floor to manager’s accommodation, alterations to existing first and second floor flats, one flat to be holiday let and ancillary external alterations.
Location: Amroth Arms, Amroth, Narberth.  No objections were raised.  The Clerk had contacted PCNPA regarding the timing of works and PCNPA were aware of the situation and had no cause for concern.

NP/17/0121/FUL Retrospective planning application for engineering works related to existing and proposed retaining walls.
Heritage Park, Pleasant Valley, Stepaside
Withdrawn.
It was agreed that the Clerk is to contact PCC and PCNPA development control sections to arrange a local meeting.  ACC is not a consultee however there is considerable impact on residents of ACC from the site.

NP/17/0114/FUL External alterations to include alterations to the roof, raising its height and the insertion of external wall insulation.
Sweet Pea Cottage, Lower Pendeilo Farm, Amroth SA67 8PR. No objections were raised.

16/1126/PA Construction of a bridge and wetland system.
Land at Little Garness, Ledgerland Lane, Llanteg, SA67 8PX. The following objections were raised against this development: Initially there were no objections however following a site visit, it appeared that the plans did not accurately reflect the development and the structure. The bridge was far larger than required and caused a detrimental visual impact. ACC are also concerned that such a structure could give rise to greater noise and disturbance which would have an unfavourable effect on the character of the neighbourhood.

Correspondence

1.       One Voice Wales/SLCC Joint Event – 12 July, 2017

One Voice Wales and the SLCC are arranging the fifth Joint Event to be held on 12 July, 2017 in theVillage St Davids Hotel, Ewloe, Flintshire.

2.      The Boundaries Commission published all of the responses received during its initial consultation on proposed changes to Parliamentary constituencies in Wales – both written responses and those made orally at public hearings – on 28 February 2017.  They will publish both written responses and those made orally at public hearings on the Commission website at www.bcw2018.org.uk

  1. Planning Directorate- Department for Natural Resources have released a consultation on a draft circular for the planning of gypsy, traveller and showpeople sites and ACC are invited to comment. The closing date for responses is 22 May 2017.

  1. ACC had received the Independent Remuneration Panel for Wales’ Annual Report for 2017/18 and is available on the Welsh Government website. Section 13 relates to Community and Town Councils.


5.      Sustaining rural services and infrastructure

As part of the European Rural Parliament (www.europeanruralparliament.com) PLANED and Arwain Sir Benfro are asking people in Wales to tell them about issues regarding rural services and infrastructure.
The European Rural Parliament seeks to express the voice of rural communities; to articulate the concerns of rural people; and to promote self-help and action, in partnership with civil society and governments.
Throughout 2017, Planed are working with other groups across Europe in preparing for the next European Rural Parliament which will be held in October 2017. By strengthening the network and enriching our evidence or issues facing rural communities. They will ensure our voice is heard.
Arwain sir Benfro also has funding and support for communities (in Pembrokeshire) who wish to develop projects around non-statutory and local community services and would like to hear from us if we have specific ideas.  ACC did not have any specific ideas or proposals at this time.
6.    Following a recent Notice of Motion presented to Pembrokeshire County Council and considered by the Services Scrutiny and Overview Committee regarding dog fouling issues in the County, the Committee resolved the Public Protection service will liaise with all the Town/Community Councils to see if there are any schemes the section operates elsewhere in the County that may transfer and be supported in your local Community. It was agreed not to develop a specific scheme but to maintain current practices to encourage dog owners to behave responsibly.

7.    Rights of Way Improvement Plan- is a joint piece of work by PCC and PCNP
a.      There is initial consultation letter explaining the Rights of Way Improvement Plan process.
b.      The outline and detailed timetable showing the timescales and tasks involved at each stage.
c.       The terms of reference, which set out the changes that have occurred since the previous Rights of Way Improvement Plan.  
ACC had no comment to make on the plan.
The status of the footpath through Colby Woods was discussed and ACC were reminded that the bridleway status had been lost in 1996 as part of a large review of bridleways.  It has been used since then but only on a permissive basis. That permission has now been withdrawn.
6.      Pembrokeshire Tourism would like to offer congratulations to the community of Amroth for being successfully shortlisted as a finalist in the Best Dog Friendly Town / Village and the Best Dog Friendly Beach categories of the Dog Friendly Pembrokeshire Tourism Awards.
Full details of the awards may be found at www.pembrokeshiretourismawards.net including details of judging and the awards ceremony to which two representatives from the Community Council or appointed representatives will be invited.
The awards are designed to champion responsible pet ownership and recognise the efforts of outstanding local businesses throughout the county who help to make Pembrokeshire a dog friendly destination. It was agreed that the Clerk respond to Pembrokeshire Tourism.

8.    Tenby and Saundersfoot Community First Responders-wrote to introduce their aims and objectives. They are to be invited to the next meeting.

9.    Surface Dressing The effect of the Order, which will have a maximum duration of 12 months, will be to:-
·         temporarily prohibit all vehicular traffic, other than exempted vehicles, from proceeding along those sections of road where there is insufficient carriageway width to maintain traffic flow during the works.
·         impose a temporary 20mph speed limit on all sections of road following resurfacing works.
It is intended that the restrictions, which will be signed accordingly, will come into force on Monday 17th April 2017 with work being undertaken on a rolling programme. Alternative routes will be provided and signed accordingly. Pedestrian access will also be maintained together with limited vehicular access to affected properties which are located outside of the works area.
C3045
AMROTH CASTLE-LLANTEG
U6365
HIGHLANDS PLACE, AMROTH
U6394
STEPASIDE - CLEGGARS CASTLE A478
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SUMMERHILL - GREEN PLAINS, STEPASIDE

  1. The Public Sector Mapping Agreement (PSMA) is a collective agreement between OS and the government. Its licence lets community councils access and share OS digital mapping. It was agreed to enter into the agreement.
  2. The Notice of Election for the forthcoming County Council and Town & Community Council elections was circulated.  Copies of the county council notice are already on display alongside the town and community notice in your community as well as on social media sites.

Other Matters

There was a report from the last PACT meeting. 
·         There is a community speed watch which requires a minimum of 6 people who would be trained and equipped with speed guns.
·         Inspector Aled Davies is the Inspector in Tenby.
·         It was confirmed that Saundersfoot Police Station would remain open.
·         The Chief Constable has been invited to the next meeting.
2 have been arrested in North Wales following the circulation of fake Scottish £20 notes reported at the last meeting.
MATTERS DISCUSSED AT FEBRUARY MEETING 2017

Register of Interest –
Planning application NP/17/0052/FUL Cllr M James and Cllr. R. Harries.

PCSO Jim Moffat of Dyfed Powys Police addressed the meeting and answered questions that had arisen at the previous meeting which he also attended. PCSO Moffat had spoken to the Road Policing Sergeant in Haverfordwest, who visited Summerhill to meet PCSO Moffat and discuss the concerns of Amroth Community Council, regarding excessive speed.  The Sergeant had written a full report which will be given to PCC Highways when they consider varying the traffic order.
The potential changes to the Neighbourhood Policing Team was raised as a matter of concern. It was reported that these changes had been raised at the local PACT meeting. ACC were further warned that there had been an illegal scam based on speeding fines and a number of fake Scottish £20 notes in circulation locally. The Clerk is to write to the Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner raising the concerns of ACC regarding the changes Neighbourhood Policing.

Outstanding issues to be addressed:-  

Vehicle activated signs Summerhill. The Clerk met Mr. Ben Blake of PCC Highways signage earlier today.  Mr. Blake shared information regarding a speed survey that had been conducted in the village in the summer of 2016.  Mr Blake agreed to proceed with the relocation of the 30 mph sign to collocate with the village name sign. 
He will also provide a vehicle activated sign on the western side of the road between the relocated 30 mph sign and the start of the built up area.  There is insufficient space on the side facing the oncoming traffic. The sign would need to be solar powered and the proposed location would not be shaded.
He will provide prices for 2 options. Either a simple flashing sign reinforcing that it is a 30 mph area or a driver feedback sign which will show the actual speed. 

Wooden Memorial Bench has been removed from the seafront.

Amroth Car Park Consultation: 
The Clerk wrote to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority to express disappointment that ACC had not been consulted before PCNPA had made this decision to look at options for the car park in Amroth.  
A reply had been received from the Estate’s Officer who has responsibility for the Car Parks, who advised that any decision to make changes to the existing operation of the National Park owned and operated car park at Amroth will be proceeded by a period of public consultation.  He would also be grateful to receive the data gathered by ACC that demonstrated that the proposed charging at Amroth would not generate income for PCNPA. 

Bonfire Beacon: It was reported that there was a gas beacon available and it was agreed to use the beacon for the Battles Over commemoration in Nov 2018. Councillors are to consider sites where the beacon could be lit and if there should be a community event also.  

Planning Enforcement: Clerk had emailed and phoned PCC planning enforcement regarding a residential caravan opposite Llanteg Village Hall had shown signs of habitation. No reply had been received so far.
Water on Lower Road:  Clerk contacted PCC regarding water on road on the Lower Road adjacent to Captain’s Pond. The reply was that it is most likely a leak from the water main which is located directly below the source of the water and has been passed on to “Streetcare” section who will liaise with Welsh Water in the first instance.  Clerk to contact Dŵr Cymru.

Flooding at entrance to Mountain Lake: Clerk had contacted PCC regarding the entrance to Mountain Chapel, which is liable to flooding during heavy rainfall.  PCC advised that it was the responsibility of the landowner.

Signage on A477: Clerk had checked and there is a sign indicating a left turn from the A477 into Chapel Lane. It was agreed that there were signs to warn motorists of Chapel Lane turning however they were too far from the junction and there was no distinctive sign actually at the junction.  Also the entrance to Llanteg Village Hall is not highlighted and is easy to miss particularly in the dark. Clerk to contact Trunk Road Agency.

Litter Bins in Lay-bys on A477: Clerk contacted PCC but had not received a reply from PCC Area Maintenance regarding the siting of 2 litter bins sited in the lay-bys situated opposite each other on the A477 between Penybont and the Old Welsh Road.


County Councillor T. Brinsden report 

Cllr. Brinsden was not present however he had submitted a written report.

1.  The wooden seat has been removed from near the Castle entrance on Amroth seafront.
2.  The Crosslands (road running from the Old Crunwere Rectory to the Lime Road will be closed for up to 4 days from 20/2 for resurfacing work to be carried out.
3.  The County Council will not be responsible for installing drainage under private driveways.  It has been a condition of planning consents that proper drainage is installed before work commences for many, many years.
4.  The water problem at the bottom of the Stoney road is down to Dwr Cymru Welsh Water although they currently deny it.
5.  For any persons wishing to become County Councillors at the next election there will be an information session outlining the duties etc of County Councillors held at County Hall commencing 4pm on Monday 6th March 2017.

Llanteg Community Hall and Association
The Llanteg walking group’s next walk is in Penally on 25 Feb at 13:30. Meet at the Railway Station Car Park. Contact Jill Roberts for further details.

Amroth and District Community Association
Nothing to report.

Planning

Amendment to condition 2 (siting) of planning app. 15/0804/PA (relocation of workshop/repair centre with new single storey workshop building).
TENBY TOURERS, Crofty, Llanteg, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8QE. No objections were raised.

NP/16/0314/FUL Retrospective application for change of use of land for siting of timber lodge, cesspit & concrete slab.
Location: Land adjacent to Villa St. Helen’s, Cliff Road, Wisemans Bridge, Narberth, Pembrokeshire SA67 8NU. Permission has been refused.
16/1061/AD Four Free Standing Directional Signs for Tenby Tourers And Byron's Cafe (Replacement)
Tenby Tourers & Byron's Cafe, Llanteg, Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8QE. Councillors were pleased in the reduction of the number of the signs but were concerned about the size of the proposed signed. Clerk to forward comments to planning authority.

NP/16-0644/FULl Retrospective alterations to conservatory, pergola and decking.
Location: Seafield, Stepaside, Narberth. Permission has been granted.

NP/17/0052/FUL Change of use of part ground floor to manager’s accommodation, alterations to existing first and second floor flats, one flat to be holiday let and ancillary external alterations.
Location: Amroth Arms, Amroth, Narberth.  No objections were raised however Clerk to contact PCNPA regarding timing of works.

Tree Protection Order. Land adjacent to Oak Tree Cottage, Stepaside. Order confirmed.

Correspondence

Clerk had sent a letter of thanks to Mrs. Jess Morgan thanking her for her work in the post of Clerk.

An invitation to Housing for the 21st Century has been circulated to all councillors.

A further invitation to all councillors for training on 13th Feb on the LDP process has been circulated.

Community and Town Councils Survey 2017 – Service and Asset Management. The Welsh Government invite ACC to complete a survey as part of their research into the services provided and assets managed by town and community councils. The survey aims to find out more about the services and assets council’s is currently responsible for, whether you are considering taking on more responsibility for services and assets, and how the Welsh Government and NTAG could best support you to do so.

The Pembrokeshire Play Conference has sent an invitation to this year’s Play Conference.  This event will be showcasing and celebrating examples of what `play` looks and feels like throughout the County. 
The event will be opened by The Children’s Commissioner for Wales – Professor Sally Holland- followed with children and young people from across the County presenting their stories, visually exciting displays, short films, poetry, drama and much, much more.

Temporary Road Closure – Unclassified (U6391) Crosslands Road, Llanteg

Reduced membership offer from One Voice Wales- declined

Charitable Donation Request- Paul Satori - declined

Charitable Donation Request- Pembrokeshire Federation of Young Farmers- declined

Other Matters

The asset register should be reviewed. The Clerk to research and report back.

Concerns were raised regarding parking of vehicles including caravans in the Summerhill Estate. Clerk to contact PCC Housing Department and raise the concerns.

It was agreed to request a brown tourist information sign be sited at the turning at Penybont which would highlight amenities available in Amroth. Clerk to contact Trunk Road Agency.

All councillors wished to encourage new candidates to stand for the role of Community Councillor at the forthcoming Local Government elections in May. 

The meeting ended at 8:30.

Date of next meeting:   The date of the next meeting will be Thursday 23rd March 2017 at 7 pm at Llanteg Hall.



 AMROTH COMMUNITY COUNCIL
MATTERS DISCUSSED AT JANUARY MEETING 2017

The chair welcomed PCSO Jim Moffat of Dyfed Powys Police who addressed the meeting and answered questions. He reported that there was good dialogue between Amroth Community Council and the DP Police as Cllr. J James attends the liaison group for the Tenby-rural area and raises issue there. This liaison group is the best attended in the whole of DP. There is ne1w Police Inspector for the area, Mr. Aled Davies.
ACC had written to Pembrokeshire County Council about moving the 30mph sigh at the northern approach to Summerhill.  It has been requested that the sign is placed on the northern side of the entrance to Cwmrath Farm.  ACC were also taking steps to erect a vehicle activated sign to make motorists aware of their speed as they approach the built up area.  PCSO Moffat confirmed that DP Police would support the actions of ACC.
Concerns over traffic speed were raised on the A477 and across Pleasant Valley.  It was agreed that the signage was correct however there needed to be greater enforcement to deter motorists from exceeding the speed limit.  PCSO Moffat noted the concerns and advised that there is a Community Speed Watch scheme run by DP Police where volunteers could be equipped and trained to deter motorists from exceeding the speed limit.   

Outstanding issues to be addressed:-  

Footpaths   
SP1/5 Little White Leys to the Cliff Path (Summerhill to Wisemans Bridge road). Damaged steps up to 1st stile have been repaired.

Wooden Memorial Bench to be replaced on seafront. Nothing to report.

Amroth Car Park Consultation: ACC had received a copy of email from Tegryn Jones of PCNPA.
“The paper presented to the Members of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority on 30th November, outline a strategy for the management of the car parks owned by the Authority over the next three years. These included a number of options that had been previously discussed. In the New Year we will be seeking to develop a timetable of when to implement these changes. I can assure you that the Authority will contact Amroth Community Council prior to commencing any consultation in Amroth.”
ACC were disappointed that they had not been consulted before PCNPA had made this decision.  ACC has gathered data to disprove that proposed charging at Amroth would not generate income for PCNPA. The Clerk to write to PCNPA to express disappointment at the decision of PCNPA.

Llanteg Community Hall and Association
On 29 Jan 2017 the Llanteg walking group will visit the National Botanical Gardens for a guided walk.  Please contact Jill Roberts on 01834 831142 for further details.
Anyone interested in a book club please contact Mary MacGarry on 01834 811510.
The AGM for Llanteg Village Hall will be on Monday 23rd January 2017 at 7:30 pm.

Amroth and District Community Association
It will be the AGM for ADCA on 26 Jan 2017 immediately followed by the AGM for the Amroth Parish Hall.  There was an expression of disappointment at previous turnouts for AGMs and generally for the community support for the hall had not been great.  The hall is seen as an asset and an achievement that other communities are envious of.  It is exhibited by Planed as one of the finest examples of a community facility in the County.

Planning

NP/16/0578/NMA Centralised window to lounge Short-cutz studio, Summerhill Approved.

16/0832/PA-Siting of additional wooden storage shed together with toilet facility in connection with an existing smallholding complex approved under 14/0939/PA - Greenacre, Folly Cross, Old Amroth Road, Llanteg, SA67 8QG- Permission has been granted.

NP/16/0446/FUL Construction of a 3 storey extension to the south east elevation-Mead House, Amroth, Narberth. Permission has been granted.

Amendment to condition 2 (siting) of planning app. 15/0804/PA (relocation of workshop/repair centre with new single storey workshop building).
TENBY TOURERS, Crofty, Llanteg, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8QE Currently with ACC for consultation. Under consideration.

16/0341/PA  Land at Bangeston, Stepaside, Narberth, Pembrokeshire, SA67 8PH
Planning appeal for temporary rural enterprise worker's dwelling. ACC had previously supported at the panning application stage and had no further comment to offer.

 The Clerk was questioned whether had been notified of a planning application at a bungalow adjacent to Colby Lodge.  The Clerk confirmed that he had not received any notification.


Correspondence
From the Trunk Road Agency: In order to repair the carriageway at Llanteg, Pembrokeshire TRA477, it is necessary to provide a temporary 10mph speed limit (for convoy working), 40mph speed limit & Prohibition of Overtaking. This is required to protect the workforce and provide a safe route for road users whilst the work is being carried out. The work is programmed for February 2017 however this date may vary and will be from Penybont to the County boundary in the east.
Mark Drakeford AM, Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Local Government has announced an agenda for action to help build resilience and renewal in community and town councils. Please see leaflet attached to support your council in your efforts to raise awareness and encourage participation in the local government elections in May 2017. You may wish to publish the leaflet on your council website.

In commemoration and remembrance of the end of the war and the many millions who were killed or came home dreadfully wounded, a chain of 1,000 beacons will be lit throughout the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and UK Overseas Territories at 7pm on the 11th November 2018 – a century after the guns fell silent. You will be pleased to know that more than 320 organisations have already confirmed their involvement. 
(1) Use existing beacon braziers on tall wooden poles erected in 1988 and for other recent anniversaries.

(2) Use gas-fueled beacons lit for The Queen's Diamond Jubilee in 2012.

(3) Use the gas-fueled VE beacons lit to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of VE Day in 2015.

(4) Use the gas-fueled beacons lit for The Queen's 90th birthday in April this year.

(5) Build a traditional bonfire beacon.
The Clerk to investigate further prior to confirming involvement.

Training opportunities: One Voice Wales provides a wide range of training opportunities for Councillors throughout Wales and in 2017 they are anticipating a major increase in demand for their courses primarily due to the May 2017 elections but also for you to help Councils prepare for the next audit round which will continue to focus on a range of themed elements requiring Councils to have a full understanding of the financial and governance requirements expected of them.
There is a current schedule of training courses that OVW provide and the Clerk will has already received the programme of courses scheduled for the period January to March, 2017. 
Pembrokeshire County Council is keen to encourage groups to utilise unused land and vacant properties to help revitalise and transform towns and communities.  To enable groups to do this PCC are looking into setting up an online toolkit offering guidance.  ACC could not identify anything that fitted this criteria in the community.  PCC are currently evidencing a need for this website and researching what information needs to be included. 
Welsh Hearts is the leading heart charity in Wales for placing defibrillators in communities and delivering CPR and defibrillator training across the country. The charity asked for financial support. This was declined.

Other Matters

ACC requested a letter of thanks be sent to Mrs. Jess Morgan following her excellent support and guidance that she had provided to ACC whilst in the post of Clerk.

It was noted that a residential caravan opposite Llanteg Village Hall had shown signs of habitation. Clerk to contact PCC planning enforcement.

There is water on road on the Lower Road adjacent to Captain’s Pond. This could prove hazardous particularly in freezing conditions and so near to the bus shelter that is used by local children. Clerk to contact PCC.

The entrance to Mountain Chapel was liable to flooding during heavy rainfall and whilst PCC had cleaned the ditches either side of the entrance they had ignored the problem at the entrance. Clerk to contact PCC.

There is no signage to indicate the left turning into Chapel Road when approached on the A477 from the east. Clerk to contact Trunk Road Agency.

There are no litter bins sited in the lay-bys situated opposite each other on the A477 between Penybont and the Old Welsh Road.  Clerk to contact PCC.

The meeting ended at 20:30.

Date of next meeting:   The date of the next meeting will be Thursday 16th February at 7 pm at Amroth Parish Hall.
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