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Crime report PCSO John Boyd reported the following crimes: plant equipment stolen in a workshop burglary in Gravelly Boom Road; theft of a ride-on lawnmower and the theft of a purse and jewellery from CharlesfordAvenue; criminal damage to fencing and the theft of a caravan in Chartway Street. Therewere also road accidents in Chegworth Road and Gravelly Boom Road. NeighbourhoodWatch Nobody had come forward to take over the reins of the scheme, but the information would be included in the Parish News and the clerk would put notices on the boards and on the Swap & Shop Facebook page. Highways The meeting with KCC Highways confirmed there was no practical way of orchestrating a one-way system in Broomfield Road during other local road closures and similar issues. Should a Leeds/Langley relief road be agreed, it would take 20 years to complete; KCC could not be held responsible for repairs to passing places on single track roads as the land is not its responsibility; it would investigate the possibility of advisory signage indicating single/narrow road information be installed on single track roads in the parish. Potholes The possibility of the parish council carrying out some repairs to the worst passing place potholeswas considered, as they were believed to be dangerous. Following advice the clerk obtained from the insurers, it was agreed that thiswas not something the parish councilwas able to undertake. Grass cuing The programme indicated that this would take place on September 12. M20 resurfacingA leer had been received from MP Helen Whately pledging her support for noise mitigation measures between junctions 8 and 9. She advised that Highways England would be inspecting this part of the M20. She asked for a meeting with councillors and parishioners and the clerk would respond. Planters Councillors discussed a planting plan that had been provided and concluded that they would like this to be a community project if possible. Cllr Friend would speak to the headteacher at KPS to see if the children would be interested in a planting project. If thiswas unsuccessful, Cllr Hoy would approach East Suon Park Prison. Peter Pease Close Cllr Davies had reviewed the S106 agreement and advised councillors that it did not allow for the parish council to participate in anyway with selling or finding tenants for Peter Pease properties and on that basis it would not be for the parish council to “pull out” of the S106 agreement. However, a register of interest would continue to be held as properties become available. Village hall The clerk has liaised with colleagues and obtained details of several architects for the extension project.A parish undertaking a similar project has recommended a company who will project manage every element. The clerk would ask for a no obligation consultation.
Chart Suon
Police report PCSO Gardner had broken his elbow andwas off work. Cllr Forknall
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reported on an incident involving a police chase in the village, resulting in a damaged trailer and JCB, several damaged trees, a broken gate/lock and a damagedwall. Communitywarden Lova reported on bogus trading standards officers, doorstep criminals, NeighbourhoodWatch and flytipping at Norton Road and Chart Hill Road. Cllr Forknall reported flytipping in Lower Farm Road. Overgrown vegetation Following a formal request by Kent Highways, the vegetation at the Memorial Field inWarmlake Road had been cut back by Cllr Forknall. Dog walkers Cllr Forknall asked Cllr Underdown to put an article in the next Village News asking dogwalkers to use the designated tracks whenwalking through fields aswalking off the tracks could damage crops and dog faeces could cause severe problems for pregnant cows. Church The church had raised £5,000 of the £20,000 needed for the rewiring, including funds received from the prep school. The PCCwas trying to obtain a grant. The parish council might assist once grants were in place and the remainder of funds requiredwas known. Pavilion The electrical safety test had been carried out andwas assessed to be satisfactory. No remedial workwas required.
Coxheath
Elected officers Cllr Clive Parker was re- elected as chairman and Cllr Rodney Divall was re-elected as vice-chairman. Accounts The annual accounts for 2016/17 were approved with the annual governance statement. The paperworkwas to be despatched to the external auditors before the June deadline. Annual meeting Thiswas aended by about 50 residents, representing many of the village organisations and clubs. The guest speakerwas Graham James of the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance and a collection taken at the meeting resulted in a donation of £115 for the cause. Planning commiee More than 60 residents aended an extraordinary meeting of the commiee when the application for a housing development off Forstal Lanewas discussed. Therewas strong opposition and a detailed submissionwas sent to MBC opposing the development. Village news Due to pressure of work the editor had said there would be no summer edition. Regular contributors and advertisers would be informed. Bus shelter The roof of the brick bus shelter next to Mace Court had been repaired.
East Suon
Play areas Councillorswere satisfied with the work completed on the play area surface. The clerkwas asked to instruct the contractor to remove roses growing through fencing and ivy off East Suon Park wall. Village hall Cllr Edmed offered to look at the condition of the back of the hall.
Langley
Police report There had been two crimes in the month before the meeting. Kent Police
had also been called to deal with parking issues along Horseshoes Lane by the Poing Shed. Coffee morning The event on June 7 had been aended by one resident. Unfortunately, the hallwas not available in July and itwas decided to resume again in September. Buses Itwas noted that Kent Highways was to look at the option of widening Horseshoes Lane by removing the raised hedge and railings. However, this would mean major engineering works as the path would have to be underpinned and the telegraph poles moved. It would need assurances from Arriva that services would be resumed to Langley Heath. Cllr Hotson suggested a pedestrian survey be commissioned by the parish council with funding from his members fund to gauge the footfall of people crossing the A274 to access the bus stop. This data could then be used to build a case for pedestrian crossings. Itwas felt itwas a goodway forward but should not be considered until bus stop markers had been erected. ParkingA number of emails had been received about parking by the junction at Horseshoes Lane and along the pavements and verges near the Poing Shed.A meeting with the managing directorwas still to be confirmed but the issue had been brought to the aention of the police and Kent Highways to try to find a solution. Bus stopA number of residents had experienced problems trying to board and alight from buses at Horseshoes Lane and PloughWents, due to the lack of a bus stop indicator and drivers being unwilling to stop. Itwas agreed to contact Arriva about this.
Holiday outreachA leer had been received from Surestart Children’s Centre regarding the use of the recreation ground for a summer holiday outreach session. Thiswas agreed. Allotments The landowner had given permission to make adjustments to the gateway and provide a car parking area at the site. However, due to a current lack of demand for allotments, it was decided not to move this project forward.
Marden
Police report Since the previous meeting, there had been three burglaries, three thefts from vehicles and one theft. Several offenders had been identified and investigationswere ongoing. Website The newwebsitewas up and running and memberswere asked to provide a brief bibliography of themselves, along with a photo, to go on thewebsite. Memorial hallA reportwas circulated informing councillors that the fire risk assessment had been undertaken and listed the items of concern. Once quotes had been received by the hall trustees, costings would be provided. YouthA report had been received from Natalie Penfold following the amenities meeting. Cllr Harvey had aended the youth club and it had beenwell aended. Vacant homesA housing association had asked if the parish councilwas aware of anyone who would meet the criteria for homes. The clerkwas asked to contact Golding Homes and Hyde Housing about the criteria and how the parish council could help.
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