Meeting Tuesday, 12 October 2004 J Johnson confirmed that the swimming pool was not included in the Forward Gamlingay agenda and that an amended swimming pool item confirming this had been submitted to the Gazette for inclusion Presentation by Mrs Barbara Isherwood – Adult Education (Bassingbourn) Mrs Isherwood reported that she was trying to bring adult classes back to Gamlingay. She offered to provide various courses and these would be free as they were government funded. It was suggested that a report should be submitted to the Gazette. Cemetery Working Party Cllr Bruce reported that he was updating the brochure which will be issued to local undertakers. There were two issues which required attention being the trimming of the trees and the loss of the new watering cans. It was suggested that these watering cans should not be replaced and a sign should be erected asking people to bring their own. To receive reports from other initiatives involving the Parish Council Resource Centre Cllr Tomsett reported that following the recent management meeting a contract was being offered to J Hough for no more than twelve hours per week. The contract contains a job description. Next management meeting is on 25 November Forward Gamlingay Meeting is to be held on 13 October with Sport England and meeting on 15 October with the Ecology Officer regarding the brook. Glasshouse invited six adults to a training course in February. Funding of between £3.50 and £6.50 may be requested from the Parish Council, following which a £3,000 grant was available from Glasshouse. The Gamlingay Players attended the last meeting and were now happier. CCTV Demonstration 2 November at 6.30 pm at The Butts. The clerk would invite the Surgery Practice Manager. Target Group/The Butts Cllr Jarvis reported that he had contacted a contractor regarding the prices for fencing. He was on holiday and Cllr Jarvis will chase him on his return. Methodist Chapel Cllr Tomsett reported that in view of the very tight deadline for purchasing this building the Policy and Resources Committee had agreed the appointment of Weedens Solicitors of Stevenage and Templars Surveyors of Baldock. Mrs K Rayner was working to a completion date of 1 December. Letter from Rainbow Preschool re Sink A request had been received from the Rainbow Preschool for reimbursement for a replacement sink of £92.99. It was agreed that this amount would be reimbursed on this occasion, but any future expenditure must be approved by the Parish Council before the work is undertaken. The Policy and Resources committee had recommended that a guide be given to all user groups and the Clerks would be asked to contact the Community Centre Management Committee to ask if the Parish Council could have a copy of their lettings agreement. Highway Matters Triangle at Church Lane/Station Road District Cllr Kindersley agreed to refer this matter to the Highways Department. Signs at Rowan Gardens and the Iron Church had been vandalised and Cllr Kindersley offered to report these. Local Parking Enforcement Notice It was noted that the County Council has now taken over the responsibility for enforcement. Waresley Road Path at the Pitt The Clerk would request a contractor cut back the trees as soon as possible. CALC AGM The Clerk would offer apologies for absence as no-one was available on that date. Local Development Framework Mrs Rayner had provided an excellent summary. It was agreed that a Special Meeting should be held on 3 November at 8.00 pm Mobile Phone Mast at The Sewage Works, Potton Road Mrs Rayner to submit questions raised in her briefing note to Councillors. Cambs Criminal Justice Board – Invitation to join Consultation Group Noted. Bus Service Tenders Noted. Crime Reports The section regarding Gamlingay was read. Letter of thanks be sent to Martin Drury. Cambs Police Authority Meetings Noted. Complaint regarding Northfield Close Public Area The eight foot high fence was in good repair. The Clerks to acknowledge the letter but no action taken. Clerk Vacancy Interviews would take place during late October or early November Any Other Business Plastics Container It was reported that the plastics container was overflowing again Telephone Boxes Telephone boxes had been removed. Clerk to request boxes be reinstated Top of page