Present: Cllrs Bowers, J.Turner, Cooper, Stutt, Hodgson, Judge, Holman & Johnson. Mr Richard Haste - Service Manager TDC.

Apologies: Cllrs Gledhill, Griffiths & N.Turner.

The minutes of the meeting held on 25th July were confirmed and signed as a correct record.

Public Period I

a) Recycling pavilion
Mr Haste Service Manager at TDC introduced himself to the PC and gave an update on the current position regarding TDC's proposal to remove the recycling pavilion. Cllrs were advised that in early 2007 the intention to remove all pavilions was reported to TDC members. Mr Haste advised that as TDC now have 100% coverage on the kerb-side recycling collection service the provision and maintenance of the pavilion is not cost effective. Cllrs were advised that the majority of the costs came from emptying the pavilion as there are increasing incidents of inappropriate dumping and illegal fly-tipping including domestic waste on site.
Mr Haste stated that he did not want to see anyone at a disadvantage following the removal of the pavilion and said that he would provide anyone with a green box and bag for kerbside collection adding that the current situation had led to numerous complaints to TDC from neighbouring properties about the condition of the site.
Cllr J.Turner said that while he accepted that inappropriate items are left at the pavilion improved signage and instructions for appropriate waste locations would help address some of the problems adding that the pavilion was used by premises such as the village hall to deposit recyclables. Mr Haste responded that he did not believe that signage alone would address the illegal dumping and said that he could provide green boxes and bags for community buildings. Cllrs discussed with Mr Haste a number of operational issues such as the need for the South Molton Recycling lorry leaving bagged recyclables from kerbside collections at the pavilion site and the need for a separate vehicle to empty the pavilion. Mr Haste took this opportunity to apologise on behalf of S.M.Recycling for the temporary storage of bagged plastics.
Cllr Bowers stated that she believe the situation was such that TDC have made the decision to remove the pavilion and that Mr Haste had previously issued the PC with a few options that if implemented would keep the pavilion in situ but would revert all responsibility to the PC. This would include addressing the appropriate disposal of any fly-tipping or non recyclable items. Mr Haste confirmed that if the PC were not prepared to adopt any of the options provided the pavilion would be removed.
Following a lengthy debate it was proposed by Cllr Bowers that the pavilion remains on site for one month prior to removal to allow access and information about access to appropriate facilities - 2nd Cllr Holman: voting 4 for, 0 against, 3 abstentions: MOTION CARRIED.

Mr Haste addressed the PC and stated that they had raised a number of issues of interest regarding recycling and waste and that he would be very grateful if the PC could put forward a representative to act as "Waste Champion" for Winkleigh.
This request has already been made to all PC in the District and would allow more involvement with the community on waste issues and give a local contact for TDC.

Cllr Bowers thanked Mr Haste on behalf of the PC for attending the meeting to discuss this issue in detail with the PC.

2.8.7 PLANNING

A) Returned from TDC

a) 1/0720/2007/FUL: Conversion of a block of 4 garages into additional facilities for residents, Little Acorns, Seckington Lane, Winkleigh : APPROVED

B) New Applications

a) 1/0859/2007/FUL: Rear two storey extension including balcony and carport, 53Westcots Drive, Winkleigh.: Cllrs Holman & Bowers declared an interest and left the meeting. Cllr Hodgson said that he had always stated that originally the estate was designed and built to capacity and that he would oppose any extension or further development of the site. Cllr Hodgson stated that he felt the extension was large , excessive and overdevelopment of an already heavily developed site and proposed that the application be refused- 2nd Cllr J.Turner: voting 5 for: All in Favour : MOTION CARRIED: REFUSED.

b) 1/0795/2007/AGR: Erection of a general purpose agricultural shed, Whitehouse Farm, Winkleigh: Cllr J.Turner proposed this application be approved- 2nd Cllr Judge: voting 5 for, 0 against, 1 abstention ( Cllr Johnson): MOTION CARRIED : APPROVED.

c) 1/0791/2007/FUL: Erection of agricultural workers dwelling, Land at OS ref SS656083 Higher Herdwick, Winkleigh: Cllr Bowers said she believed the property was large for one agricultural worker and queried securing an agricultural tie. Cllr Hodgson said that this application was a resubmission and that the PC had previously supported the application. Following discussions Cllr Hodgson proposed that the application be approved with the proviso that a full agricultural occupancy condition is secured to the property - 2nd Cllr J.Turner: Voting : All in favour: MOTION CARRED

d) 1/0885/2007/FUL: Erection of an agricultural building for housing of free range laying hens, Westfield, Hollocombe.: Cllr Hodgson stated that the farm is away from dwellings and that the proposed new building will be located around other existing farm buildings and therefore had no objections to this application. It was proposed by Cllr J.Turner that the application be approved - 2nd Cllr Johnson: all in favour: MOTION CARRIED : APPROVED.

e) 1/0797/2007/CPE: Certificate of Lawfulness, Thistledown Farm, Bude Hill, Winkleigh : Cllrs expressed concern over this application as they had previously on repeated occasions been in contact with TDC';s enforcement officer regarding the unauthorised occupancy of this land. Cllrs discussed and stated that they did not have firm evidence to support the applicants claims to have been resident on the site for 4 years. Following discussions it was proposed by Cllr J.Turner that the PC's response to TDC should be that Winkleigh Parish Council state, with reference to enclosed papers, that they have no reason to believe that the applicant has been permanently domiciled on this site for four years and would point out that the PC has been concerned about the unauthorised occupation and been in contact with TDC who have advised that a PCN was served on the applicant - 2nd Cllr Bowers: Voting : All in favour: MOTION CARRIED.

3.8.7 . FINANCE

The following payments were presented for authorisation :

Winkleigh Youth Club ( Donation) £ 1000.00 Ch 1202
M.J.Parker ( Cemetery Path) £ 1408.50 1204
J.M.Parker (Cemetery Path) £ 391.50 1205
Winkleigh Community Centre (Hire) £ 33.00 1206

It was proposed by Cllr J.Turner and seconded by Cllr Johnson that the payments be authorised and cheques issued : all in favour: MOTION CARRIED

4.8.7. NEW BUSINESS

a) Winkleigh Airfield Development Brief Chairman

The Chairman address the Council advising that a discussion was required to agree
the relevant selection criteria for the appointment of the Consultants to produce the
Development brief for the Airfield. Councillors discussed at length and agreed the
following criteria must be considered :

What processes are they for PC consultation.
What weight would be given to the PC's requirements for the Airfield.
How do they propose to find out the wider community's requirements.
How do they guarantee to take on board the communities requirements should they
conflict with the District Council's.

Councillors also agreed that landowners on the airfield and residents of Four Seasons
should be involved with the consultation process and it was suggested that a PC
approved questionnaire could be issued to all parishioners.

Cllr Bowers advised that following the selection process for the consultants the next
meeting of the Steering Group would be in October. Cllr J.Turner queried the results
of the request to meet with Steven Briggs of TDC. The Chairman responded that this
issue had still not been resolved.

There being no further matters to discuss the meeting was closed at 9.40pm.