Minutes 29 May 2024

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Date: Wednesday, 29 May 2024
Location: Beulah Reading Room

Members Present:

  • Messrs Hugh James, Estyn James, Chris Fairhurst, Allan Taylor

  • Mrs Freda James

  • CC. Peter James

Apologies:

  • Messrs Ian Powell, Roland Wear

  • CC Bryan Davies

Chair: Mr. Hugh James

1. Declarations of Personal Interest

There were no declarations of personal interest recorded.

2. Minutes of Previous Meeting

Minutes of the previous meeting held on 03 January 2024, displayed on the notice boards and website, and circulated to members, were confirmed as an accurate record by Mr. Estyn James, seconded by Mrs. Freda James, and signed by the Chairman.

3. Matters Arising

a) Sewage System

  • CC Peter James reported that re-lining had been carried out where parts were affected by infiltration.

  • A further investigation was conducted in March.

  • Re-establishment of the road is programmed for early next year with an estimated cost of £150,000.

  • Monitoring needs to continue.

b) Bute Energy

  • Consultations are still taking place in affected communities.

  • CC Peter James referenced the Pylon Community Action Group formed in Llanwrtyd Wells, working with Fay Jones MP and James Evans MS.

  • New proposals are being made near Llanwrtyd Wells, taking away Cefn Gorwydd.

  • It is hoped Bute Energy will work with the MOD to consider low-flying aircraft.

c) Defibrillator

  • The defibrillator is now sited at The Reading Room by Mr. M Beer.

  • Invoice received for £165.54.

4. Finance (04 January - 29 May 2024)

Current Account Receipts:

  • Precept: £1334.00

Expenditure:

  • Francis Gray Ltd (Preparing Clerk’s PAYE for 2 years) (Previous cheque not received): £180.00

  • HMRC: £280.00

  • Clerk’s Stipend & Expenses (2023/24): £1277.80

Balance in Bank:

  • Current Account: £11,177.37

  • Reserve Account: £1918.52

This report was received by Mr. Estyn James, seconded by Mr. Allan Taylor.

5. Planning

Approved Prior to Meeting:

  • Application Ref: 24/0383/FUL

    • Grid Ref: E:295840 N:249991

    • Description: Resubmission of application ref 22/2010/FUL. Construction of slurry lagoon and associated works at Llwynpiod, Garth LD4 4AU for Mr. J Davies.

Appeal:

  • Appeal Ref: CAS-03062-D5P4Z5

    • Proposed Development: Erection of local needs affordable dwelling, creation of access drive, installation of wastewater treatment plant and drainage field, and all associated works (all matters reserved) at Dolgoch Field, Garth LD4 4BH for Mr. C S Newton & C G Fulford-Rober.

    • The appeal has been made to Planning and Environment Decisions Wales against the Council’s refusal of the proposal.

6. Casual Vacancy - Treflys Ward

Two residents expressed interest in this vacancy. Mrs. Amanda Thomas was appointed.

7. Request for Financial Assistance

a) Builth Wells Community Support

  • Agreed to forward a donation of £200.00.

b) Irfon Valley CP School

  • A contribution towards purchasing “Leaving Teddies” for children at the closure of the school.

  • Agreed to forward a donation of £100.00.

  • Proposals moved by Mr. Chris Fairhurst, seconded by Mr. Estyn James.

8. One Voice Wales Membership

On the proposition of Mr. Estyn James, seconded by Mr. Allan Taylor, it was agreed to renew membership for 2024/25. The fee is £104.00.

9. Report for 2023/24

Under the 2021 Local Government and Democratic (Wales) Act, Councils are required to produce an annual report. Members approved the report prepared for 2023/24.

10. Website

Pixelhaze, who hosts the Community Council’s Website, offers a package to cover the domain name, website subscription, and support plan for £15.00 + VAT per month. Agreed to accept this offer.

11. Correspondence

Invitation to the Chair to attend a concert in memory of Violette Szabo and D-Day received from Builth Wells Community Support. – Noted.

12. Date of Next Meeting

Thursday, 29 August 2024, Beulah Reading Room, 7:30 pm.

13. Any Other Business

a) Highways

  • CC Peter James referred to road conditions, particularly potholes, which is a general situation throughout Powys.

  • A new regime to improve pothole repairs is being implemented by re-aligning with liquid tar to extend the life of the repair.

  • Mr. James was also requested to report the dip in the road by Caeryrfa.

b) Irfon Valley School

  • Mr. Chris Fairhurst referred to memorial trees planted in the grounds of the school.

  • The local community is concerned about the future of the trees following the school closure.

  • Clerk to contact Powys County Council requesting views on retaining the trees in situ.

No further business was transacted. The Chairman thanked everyone for their attendance and declared the meeting closed at 9:15 pm.