2024 Parish Council Minutes of Meetings

Minutes of Heckington Parish Council Meeting on Monday 30 September 2024 at 8pm in the Village Hall, High Street, Heckington

1.   Election of Acting Chair

Councillor Garlick proposed that Councillor Wright stand as acting chair.The proposal was seconded by Councillor Stanley.Councillor Bell proposed that Councillor Garlick stand as acting chair.The proposal was seconded by Councillor Thorpe.It was resolved that Councillor Wright would stand as acting chair for the purposes of agenda item 2. by a majority of those present and voting.

2.   Election of Chair

Councillor Wright in her role as acting chair asked for nominations for the role of chair.Councillor Garlick proposed Councillor Bell as chair, the proposal was seconded by Councillor Stanley.Councillor Atkinson proposed Councillor Spencer as chair, the proposal was seconded by Councillor Peacock.The vote was tied and in her role as acting chair with the casting vote, Councillor Wright voted in favour of Councillor Spencer. The motion was passed by resolution of the council. The Chair, Councillor Spencer (hereafter referred to as the Chair) duly signed and dated his Declaration of Acceptance of Office and Disclosable Pecuniary Interests form.

3.   Election of Vice-Chair

The Chair asked for nominations for the role of vice-chair.Councillor Bell proposed that Councillor Garlick stand as vice-chair. The proposal was seconded by Councillor Stanley and passed by resolution of the council.Councillor Garlick duly signed and dated his Declaration of Acceptance of Office and Disclosable Pecuniary Interest form.

Action: Declaration of Acceptance of Office and DPI forms to be submitted to North Kesteven District Council.

4.   Public Forum:  The Chair opened the public forum with health and safety announcements.  He asked members of public to state their name ahead of comment, if they would like it to be recorded in the minutes.

There were 28 members of the public present.

Mrs Tucker asked why the parish council are looking to purchase a hearing loop for the village hall and queried whether the parish council are paying for electricity supply at the village hall.

The Chair explained that he had been tasked by the former Chair to obtain quotes for the village hall and the parish council chambers; Councillor Bell added that she had found a grant that would cover the cost of the equipment for the village hall.Councillor Tucker asked whether any charges would be passed on to the village hall and whether this had been passed by resolution; it was confirmed that this item is on the agenda for the meeting.

In response to the comments about electricity and the village hall, Councillor Garlick explained that this was a misunderstanding; members were concerned about the cost of the electricity bills for the chambers and the cemetery and there had been discussion about having both venues checked by an electrician.The village hall was used as a comparison as there had been a similar concern there previously.Councillor Garlick said that he was going to investigate the billing issues.

John Waine said that only 15% of the electorate voted at the parish poll and he asked if the parish council has any plans to reach out to this section of the community.  Councillor Bell said that there is an agenda item to start to address future communications.  There was general discussion about the size of the parish in terms of the electorate and population. 

Christina Davison said that the former chair had received an allowance of £65.00 every month to meet expenses although other expenses were also claimed.The Chair stated that he will not be claiming the allowance, only expenses incurred in the duty of his role as necessary.All expenses will be justified.

Paul Reid wanted to seek assurance that the parish council is going to be open and transparent in the future about Star Fen in relation to any maintenance costs, any potential income or loss from the sale and that all information will be made public.The Chair said that Star Fen is on the agenda for discussion; he is going to propose that the item is moved to the October meeting to discussed after the by-election by the parish council with a compliment of eleven councillors.Mr Reid said his question relates to transparency; Councillor Bell said that the parish council is already being open and transparent and some recent expenditure arising from Star Fen can be seen.

Valerie Young asked about the initial valuation for Star Fen.The Chair explained that the valuation is to remain private and confidential.She asked if the parish council could ask for permission for the valuation to be made public.The acting clerk confirmed that she had spoken to Will Barker and asked if a redacted version of the valuation could be made public and he refused based on the commercially sensitive information within the document.She said that this is ridiculous and smacks of something ‘dodgy’.

Paul Reid asked whether any future valuations would be made public.The Chair said that if there are any future valuations, the parish council will ensure that they can be made available to the public.

Christina Davison asked the parish council to ensure that members of the public have access to any future reports, and they are not kept private and confidential; she said that this is outrageous.

Bill Martindale said that his understanding is that the land was valued at a higher rate as amenity land rather than agricultural land.He said that farmers in the area have confirmed that prime agricultural land can fetch around £12,000 and he said that Star Fen is not in this category.Christina Davison added that the land was not sold with planning permission nor had the parish council applied for change of use, to the best of her knowledge, so how on earth could it have been valued as amenity land.

Valerie Young asked whether minutes of discussions between council members would be made public.

A parishioner added that there should be an enquiry into how the former chair went about the purchase.Christina Davison stated that it was agreed in secret and no minutes were produced of those closed sessions.She lodged a complaint with the parish council; the agenda should state the nature of the business to be transacted per legislation.She expressed her thanks to the parish council as the agenda now reflects this.

A parishioner wanted to address the low turnout at the parish poll.He talked about ill will within the parish and gave an example of behaviour towards him; he said that he had been vilified as he was in favour of the purchase of the land for environmental reasons. He said that people did not want to be involved.The Chair said that moving forward he hopes that the parish council and the village can work together for the good of the community.

A parishioner again added that she would like to see an investigation into the purchase of the land at Star Fen.She said it took councillors too long to start raising questions about the land and wants to ensure that this will never happen again.The Chair confirmed that during his term in office, it will not.

5.  Councillor Present

Councillor Spencer, Chair

Councillor Garlick, Vice Chair

Councillor Atkinson

Councillor Bell

Councillor Peacock

Councillor Stanley

Councillor Thorpe

Councillor Wright

Apologies

7.   To receive any reports of member’s interest, pecuniary or otherwise in relation to the agenda and any dispensations in accordance with the Localism Act 2011

Councillor Bell declared her interests in relation to agenda item 15. a) 24/0938/HOUS, demolish business use building and replacing single storey extension with two storey rear extension to main dwelling house at 75 High Street, Heckington.

8.   Minutes

a.  Approval of Minutes

i.  Councillor Garlick proposed that the minutes of the parish council Meeting held Monday 24th June 2024 be accepted as a true and accurate record of that meeting.  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Bell and passed by resolution of the council.  The Chair, Councillor Spencer abstained from the vote as he was not present at the meeting.

ii.  Councillor Garlick proposed that the minutes of the parish council meeting held on Monday 29 July 2024 be accepted as a true and accurate record of that meeting.  The proposal was seconded by the Chair and passed by resolution.  Councillor Bell abstained from the vote as she was not present at that meeting.

b. Councillor Bell proposed that the minutes of the extraordinary meeting held on Monday 2 September 2024 be accepted as a true and accurate record of that meeting.  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Garlick and passed by resolution of the council.                      b. Councillor Garlick proposed that the signing of the minutes from the meeting dated 17 July 2024 which were approved at the parish council Meeting on Monday 29 July 2024 be deferred to check that the date of this meeting has been recorded accurately on the agenda, further, to input from a member of the public.  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Wright and passed by resolution of the council. 

The parishioner asked whether the parish council were going to approve minutes that have already been approved.The acting clerk confirmed that the minutes from the extraordinary meeting held on 17 July 2024 were approved at the July meeting of the parish council, but the minutes had not been officially signed as a printed copy was not available.

c.  Parish Council Communication

The Chair said that the parish council are considering sending out parish council documents via email to members of the public.Councillor Bell added her agreement, communications need to be improved.Members of the public, by show of hands, indicated favour for receiving minutes by email.

It was agreed that version references would be added to the agenda and minutes.

9.  Receive a report from the County and District Councillors

Councillor Tarry informed the meeting that there will be a scam awareness session at Osbournby Digital Hub at 1pm on Tuesday 1 October 2024. Other sessions will be posted to Facebook by the acting clerk.

Councillor Collard informed the meeting that Pension Credit is one of the most underclaimed benefits in Lincolnshire. Successful applicants may also be eligible to apply for other benefits including winter fuel payments, housing benefits, cost of living payments, support for mortgage interest, council tax discount, and more.The helpline number for anyone struggling to claim is 0800 991234.The helpline number for anyone struggling with bills and debt is 01522 873382.

County Councillor Key, in his role as the chair of the Public Protection and Scrutiny Panel said that he had attended a knife crime initiative targeting children of school age at ‘The Happening’ in Sleaford.He spoke about the devolution deal which had been put on hold due to the general election.He confirmed that the new government are going to proceed with the deal and there will be a mayoral election in May 2025.The North Hykeham relief road is still on hold.Finally, there is an opportunity for people to get involved in shaping policy at the council by joining the County Views Residents Panel, information can be found on the Lincolnshire County Council website. He also announced that the first two music acts scheduled to perform at the Castle in 2025 are Texas and Simple Minds.

10.  Receive a report from the Police (if present)

None.

11.  General Matters

a.  Civility & Respect Pledge

The acting clerk informed members that information about the Pledge had been circulated in July 2024.

The Chair proposed that the parish council adopt the Pledge.The proposal was seconded by Councillor Wright and passed by resolution of the council.

Action: Acting clerk to print of the Pledge for signature.

i.  Members noted the date of the Councillors Training Session, 10 October 2024 (6-9pm) to take place in the Heckington Parish Council Chambers.

b.  Parish Poll, 19 September 2024, Star Fen

The Chair proposed that discussion be moved to the October meeting of the parish council.  Members commented that they were disappointed that a higher percentage of the electorate did not vote.

c.  Keyholders

The Chair proposed that Councillor Thorpe act as a keyholder for the parish council chambers.   The proposal was seconded by Councillor Garlick and passed by resolution of the council.  Councillor Peacock proposed Councillor Bell as a second keyholder.  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Peacock and passed by resolution of the council.

Action:  Acting clerk to ensure to distribute the keys to Councillors Bell and Thorpe.

d.  Passwords

The acting clerk confirmed that passwords to all parish council accounts will be kept in a signed and sealed envelope in the filing cabinet in the parish council office to ensure the smooth running of the parish council in the event of the absence or incapacity of the clerk.

e.  To resolve to approve expenditure for a Christmas tree and decorations

The acting clerk confirmed that there is a budget of £500 for this purpose. Councillor Bell stated that this is a perfect opportunity for the community to come together and she and Councillor Peacock recommended an events committee.Councillor Bell said that the budget may need to be increased as the parish council will need to purchase a stand for the Christmas Tree.Councillor Thorpe said he could liaise with the Blacksmith to find out how the cost of the stand.

f.  Policies

i.  Councillor Bell proposed that the parish council adopt new financial regulations.   The proposal was seconded by Councillor Wright and passed by resolution of the council.

ii.  Councillor Garlick proposed that the parish council accept the new allotment contract.  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Stanley and passed by resolution of the council. 

g.  Pavilion request for a firework launch

Councillor Wright proposed that the parish council approve the request from John Warrilow (email dated 19 September 2024), for the launch of a firework containing ashes on 28 November 2024 from the playing field in memory of Jamie Elsom.The proposal was seconded by the Chair and passed by resolution of the council.The acting clerk confirmed that all necessary documentation had been received from the event organiser as required by the parish council Insurance provider.

h.  History group

Members noted the email from Mr Key dated 14 August 2024 in relation to the history group.He had previously offered to Chair the group but will no longer be available to take part in the initiative.The Chair invited a new volunteer to step forward.

i.  Annual contract with Eclipse PC Repair

ii.  Members noted the email from Steve Parry, Eclipse PC Repair dated 29 August 2024 detailing his services and informing of an increase in pricing/annual plan (monthly fee to increase from £30.00 to £45.00)

i.  Councillor Garlick proposed the purchase of a new desktop computer, two monitors and associated equipment from Eclipse PC Repair including set up at a cost of £1042.00.  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Stanley and passed by resolution of the council.  The acting clerk confirmed that she had checked the prices, and these were comparable to prices offered directly by Dell.

j. Gov.uk Email Addresses

The Chair said that two quotes had been received for the provision of gov.uk email address and ranged in price from £300-1200.He said that an alternative cost-effective option would be to have heckingtonpc.co.uk or heckingtonpc.org as a domain name which would cost about £6-10 per year with minimal hosting charges.He explained that the parish council had resolved to proceed with the gov.uk domain name in July 2024 but at the time of passing the resolution, members did not know the costs involved.To alter a resolution, written notice must be served seven clear days ahead of the meeting and these criteria have not been met and with that in mind, The Chair asked that this agenda item be deferred to the October meeting of the parish council. Councillor Bell stated that there is a grant available for gov.uk email addresses during the first year. She stated that she would prefer a gov.uk domain name due to security; The Chair added that this domain name is no more secure than another.

k.  Hearing loop (parish council chambers and the village hall)

The Chair stated that three quotes have been received for the provision of a hearing loop for the parish council chambers and the village hall.He added that a grant application has been submitted for funding to assist with the purchase, there is no news yet as to whether this bid has been successful. The chair suggested Keystones Sound Systems as the preferred supplier at a cost of £1300.30 for the chambers and £1274.00 for the Village Hall.

l.  Health & Safety Training

The Chair proposed that the clerk and caretaker attend health & safety training delivered by Worknest at a cost of £72.50 per person on 29 October 2024.The proposal was seconded Councillor Garlick and passed by resolution of the council.

m.  Allotments

i.  Hire of an 8-yard skip to facilitate clearance of vacant allotment plots

Councillor Bell had obtained three quotes for a skip as follows:Mountains, £260 plus VAT, Mick George £360.01 inc VAT,Force Skips 290.00 plus VAT.She said that considering the amount of waste at the allotments she would like to propose an amendment; approval of expenditure up to £600.00 for a 20-yard skip.The proposal was seconded by Councillor Stanley and passed by resolution of the council. It is agreed that in future, tenants vacating their plots leaving behind their waste, will be fined.

ii.  Purchase of wire, posts and gates to create quarter plots at the allotments

Councillor Bell had obtained three quotes for each item of expenditure as detailed below.She proposed the purchase of 40m of wire from Toolstation at a cost of £65.92, timber posts from B&Q at £65.98 and four gates from Greenbarn Timbers at a cost of £83.80.The proposal was seconded by Councillor Wright and passed by resolution of the council.

Action:  Acting clerk to liaise with Councillor Bell and the Allotment Association.

iii.  Allotment Association Funds (£114.00)

The Chair stated that the Allotment Association funds had previously been absorbed by the parish council and ring-fenced due to the age of the then chair.Councillor Bell added that the former Allotment Association chair was told that he had to relinquish their funds to the parish council. Members noted that these funds would now be returned to the Allotment Association.

iv.  S137 Grant Application of £150.00 towards the cost of public liability insurance

Councillor Bell proposed a grant of S137 towards the cost of public liability insurance; the parish council’s public liability insurance does not cover the plots.The Chair asked the acting clerk whether this is an appropriate use of Section 137.The acting clerk confirmed that Section 137 is there to serve community groups and organisations adding that the benefit is commensurate with the expenditure. The proposal was seconded by Councillor Garlick and passed by resolution of the council.Councillor Bell stated that that the Allotment Association are going to fundraise and apply for grants moving forward.

v.  5mph Signs

The Chair proposed the purchase of three 5mph signs.The proposal was seconded by Councillor Garlick and passed by resolution of the council.Councillor Bell indicated where the signs would be placed.

Action: Acting clerk to order the signs.

vi.  Trees & Hedges

i.  Councillor Garlick proposed expenditure of £395.00 for the removal of the vegetation including a walnut tree on Laxton Close by TerraFirma & Beyond (preferred supplier).  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Stanley and passed by resolution of the council.   Councillor Peacock had asked why three quotes had not been provided.  The Acting Clerk indicated that per the new Financial Regulations, it is best practice to get three quotes but below a certain level of expenditure, three quotes are not required.  (5.1.0 Procurement, Financial Regulations 2024)  Councillor Garlick added that the Walnut Tree will be relocated.

ii.  The acting clerk informed members that two quotes had been received for the pollarding and reduction of trees on the western perimeter of the cemetery (sought further to complaints from neighbouring properties). 

• Simpson Arboriculture £1,050 exc VAT
• Terra Firma & Beyond £775.00 inc VAT

Councillor Garlick proposed expenditure of £775.00 with Terra Firma & Beyond.The proposal was seconded by the Chair and passed by resolution of the council.

iii.  Councillor Garlick proposed a survey of parish council trees at a cost of £225 with a view to establishing a maintenance schedule.  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Stanley and passed by resolution of the council. Councillor Bell asked for the trees at the front perimeter of the allotments to be included in the survey.

The Chair proposed membership with the Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management at a cost of £100.00 per annum. The proposal was seconded by Councillor Peacock and passed by resolution of the council.

12.  Committees

a.  Pavilion Committee

Councillor Garlick proposed Councillors Wright, Atkinson and Stanley for membership to the pavilion committee.The proposal was seconded by the Chair and passed by resolution of the​​​​​​​

b.  Cemetery Committee

The Chair proposed Councillor Atkinson, Bell and Peacock for membership to the cemetery committee.The proposal was seconded by Councillor Wright and passed by resolution of the council.

c.  Allotment Committee

The Chair proposed that this item is deferred to the October meeting of the parish council as there is insufficient interest to form a committee. The proposal was seconded by Councillor Garlick and passed by resolution of the council.

d.  Finance Committee

The Chair proposed Councillors Garlick, Wright and himself to finance committee.The proposal was seconded by Councillor Garlick and passed by resolution of the council.

It is noted that terms of reference for each committee are to be agreed by the parish council and membership to each committee remains open to new members of the parish council.

13.  Cemetery 

Members noted this item, burials & memorials to be deferred to the cemetery committee.

14.  Highways

a.  Members of the public are encouraged to report any new faults or existing defects at www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/faultreporting or email, cschighways@lincolnshire.gov.uk or via FixMyStreet.

Councillor Bell reported that Burton Road is being excavated for the fourth time and commented on the state of the pavement.

The acting clerk informed the meeting that she had met with Rowan Smith, the Local Highways Manager (West) for Lincolnshire County Council and he had offered to conduct a village walkabout to look at any highways issues.

A parishioner commented on the state of the footpath in churchyard.

b.  Weight limit request for Kyme Road and Littleworth Drove

Councillors discussed the content of correspondence received from Rowan Smith, Local Highways Manager (West)

• Traffic policies are currently being reviewed and no new requests are being processed.
• Given the current circumstances around the usage of the road and the parish council’s comments relating to a weight limit, it is unlikely that this would be implemented.  If the parish council were to support this, it may be considered. The parish council did not fully support a weight limit restriction (July meeting of the Parish Council) due to the nature of the usage of the road. 
• Enforcement is always a necessity and neither the police nor the county council have the resources to do this.
• The speed limit of 30mph cannot be reduced further under the current policy.
• They would not consider the use of speed bumps or physical narrowing of the road.
• Additional road markings may be considered.

There was further general discussion about the dangers this road presents.  Councillor Peacock said that she would like to see the speed limit reduced to 40mph.  Members of the public commented.  The acting clerk suggested that the Parish council request an Archer Survey which provided data about speed and usage.  The SID cannot be moved to Kyme Road without permission from the Highways Department.

Action:  Acting clerk to request an Archer survey.

c.  Members noted the temporary traffic restriction TTR008672 for the High Street (between Shrubwood Close and Banks Lane) on 13 October 2024 (new water connection).

d.  Members noted the email from LCC Highways Department for the Remembrance Parade on 10 November 2024.  The Chair asked for volunteers to help with the road closures.  There was general discussion about the event; speakers and tannoy systems.

15.  Planning Matters

The parish council does not have the power to approve nor reject applications – it is merely a consultee and can submit comments.  Members of the public are encouraged to submit comments via the North Kesteven District Council website.

a.  Members noted the new planning matters:

b.  Members noted the decisions received or pending

16.  Finance

a.  Members noted the opening balances on 1 April 2024

2. Members noted the bank balances as of 24 September 2024

c.  Members noted the income received between 1 April 2024 and 19 September 2024

4. Members noted the petty cash entries.  Members noted that petty cash has been banked.

e.  Members note the detailed list of expenditure between 1 April 2024 and 24 September 2024 (expenditure in italics is to be ratified at the meeting as this expenditure was agreed by a majority of members in between meetings to ensure the continued running of Parish council operations).  Councillor Wright proposed the list of payments be accepted, the proposal was seconded by Councillor Peacock and passed by resolution of the council.

f.  The chair proposed that the list of expenditure is approved for payment except for two payments in the form of reimbursement to the former Chair for the purchase of stationery from Amazon.  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Bell and passed by resolution of the council.

g.  Councillor Bell proposed that members resolve to approve the monthly income and expenditure account in the form of an Excel spreadsheet for 1 April 2024 through .   The proposal was seconded by Councillor Stanley and passed by resolution of the council.  

h.  Members noted that an application to the Unity Bank is in progress (financial risk assessment) per the resolution made at the July meeting of the parish council.  This is in response to correspondence from Lloyds Bank dated May 2024 stating the account would not be covered by the FSCS if the financial institution was to fail, £85,000.00 can only be guaranteed.

Action:  Members will supply the acting clerk by email or in person for the creation of the account.

i.  Councillor Bell proposed that the appointment of authorised signatories on the bank accounts is deferred to the October meeting of the parish council.  The proposal was seconded by the Chair and passed by resolution of the council.

j.  Internal Audit

The acting clerk suggested that the parish council appoint an internal auditor for the financial year 24/25 to include an interim audit after the second quarter.  One quote has been received from the current auditor, Simon Moss at £250.00 plus VAT.  The two other quotes are awaited.  Councillor Garlick proposed expenditure of up to £500 for the appointment of an internal auditor.  The proposal was seconded by Councillor Wright and passed by resolution of the council.

Action:  Acting clerk to obtain an additional quote from LALC and liaise with members with a view to the appointment of an internal auditor.

k.  External Audit

Members noted the email and correspondence from PKF Littlejohn dated 20 September 2024 considering the objections raised by residents A, B & C in relation to the AGAR. They have been unable to sign off the year end accounts.

l.  Budget

The acting clerk expressed an urgency for the finance committee to start thinking about the budget considerations for the financial year 24/25 and beyond.

m.  Second quarter budget review

Councillor Garlick proposed that the second quarter budget review is deferred to the October meeting of the parish council.The proposal was seconded by the Chair and passed by resolution of the council.

At 10pm, Councillor Garlick proposed that the remaining agenda items are deferred to the next meeting of the parish council and that the parish council resolve to go into closed session in accordance with the Public Bodies (Admissions to Meetings) Act 1960 to discuss some items as a matter of urgency.  The proposal was seconded by the Chair and passed by resolution of the council.  

17.  Correspondence

To note the following items of correspondence

a.  Email from Andy Hubbert, Sleaford Standard dated 29 August 2024 requesting information about recent resignations and the parish poll.  To discuss the requirement for a communications/media policy.

b.  To note the email from NK dated 21 August 2024, NL Community Champion Awards Nominations.

c.  To note the emails from Lincs Reservoir Project Team dated 2 August and 19 September 2024, in relation to the closure of the consultation on 9 August 2024 and an update on programme changes.

d.  To note the email from Lincolnshire County Council dated 19 September 2024, ‘Greater Lincolnshire Devolution’.

e.  To note the email from North Kesteven District Council dated 10 September 2024, ‘Central Lincolnshire Design Code Consultation’.

f.  To note the email from the Planning Inspectorate dated 6 August 2024 in relation to the Grimsby to Walpole Project, Consultation deadline 2 September 2024.

g.  Letter from Ian Fytche dated 2 August 2024, the outgoing CEO of North Kesteven District Council.

h.  Email from Lincolnshire County Council dated 30 July 2024, Minerals and Waste Local Plan (up to 2041), consultation ends on Tuesday 24 September 2024.

i.  Email from the Planning Inspectorate dated 29 July 2024, Easter Green Link 3/ Easter Green Link 4.

18.  Date and time of the next meeting/s

28 October 2024 (time and location TBC)

19.  To resolve to go into closed session in accordance with the Public Bodies (Admissions to Meetings) Act 1960 if required.

a.  Staffing matters

Members agreed that the staffing panel including Councillor Bell, Councillor Spencer and Councillor Stanley will meet with the clerk on Wednesday 2 October 2024.

Members ratified a resolution taken by the staffing committee on Thursday 26 September 2024 to approve to the retain the services of the locum clerk.

Councillor Stanley proposed that the services of the locum clerk cease with immediate effect if the outcome of the staffing committee meeting is such that the services are no longer required.The proposal was seconded by the Chair and passed by resolution of the council.

Due to time, Members agreed to defer the closed session items b) and c) to the October meeting of the parish council.

b.  Star Fen

i.  Statement (legal advice)

ii.  Date of valuation report (error on page 3, March 2023 should read March 2024)

iii.  Tender for cutting

c.  Cemetery matters

The Chair close the meeting at 10.40pm.