Ditton Parish Council - March 2009 Minutes

PRESENT: CLLRS. M J PORTER [Chairman], J A BEADLE [ Vice-Chair], R ANGEL, RGW BAKER, MRS A R BEADLE, M D BRINE, B CORDWELL, A R MULCUCK, D H NUNN, MRS A THROSSELL & MRS J F THWAITES
MRS S J KAVANAGH [Clerk of the Council] & MRS N GREENAWAY [ADMIN. ASST.]

526. OPENING OF MEETING

The Chairman opened the meeting at 7.30pm.

527. APOLOGIES

Apologies were RECEIVED from Cllr. Lander. The previously notified reason for absence was ACCEPTED and APPROVED and is recorded in the Absence Book Ref. 019.

528. DECLARATION OF INTERESTS

Cllr. Cordwell declared a prejudicial interest in item 541. Cllrs. Mulcuck and Nunn declared a personal interest in item 534(e). Cllr. Porter declared a prejudicial interest in item 532(a)(iii).

The Chairman MOVED that the policing report be taken next to enable the officer to return to his duties.

529. REPORT FROM NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING UNIT/COMMUNITY WARDEN

PC Roddick reported that there was a total of 5 crimes committed over the past month; 1 criminal damage, 1 vehicle crime, I theft from a vehicle and 2 burglaries. Last month the total crime was 17 and for the same period last year it was 16. Overall the total crime in Ditton is down 13.4% over the last year.

PC Roddick also reported that the youth banned from the Community Centre and surrounding area last year has completely changed their ways. As a result of their continued good behaviour the anti-social behaviour officer is lifting their ban as a gesture of goodwill and would like the Council to consider reviewing their ban.

530. CONFIRMATION & SIGNING OF MINUTES OF PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD 9th FEBRUARY 2009

The minutes of the meeting held on 9th February 2009, were CONFIRMED and SIGNED.

531. MATTERS ARISING

There were no matters arising not included elsewhere on the agenda.

532. MINUTES OF MEETINGS HELD DURING FEBRUARY 2009

(a) For Confirmation & Signing

(i) PLANNING COMMITTEE, 16TH FEBRUARY 2009

The above minutes were presented by Cllr. Mrs Throssell and CONFIRMED and SIGNED as a correct record.

(ii) OPEN SPACES & AMENITIES COMMITTEE, 16TH FEBRUARY 2009

The above minutes were presented by Cllr. Mr Baker and, subject to one amendment, were CONFIRMED and SIGNED as a correct record.

(iii) COMMUNITY CENTRE COMMITTEE, 17TH FEBRUARY 2009

The above minutes were presented by Cllr. Mr Beadle and, subject to amendment, were CONFIRMED and SIGNED as a correct record.

The recommendation on the charging of a fee to guests to the Kilnbarn Club was READ and discussion took place regarding guests of opposing teams.

RESOLVED not to ratify the recommendation and refer the matter back to the Community Centre Committee for further consideration.

(iv) PERSONNEL COMMITTEE, 23RD FEBRUARY 2009 - Herewith

The above minutes were presented by Cllr. Mrs Beadle and CONFIRMED and SIGNED as a correct record.

RECOMMENDATIONS

1. Local Government Pension Scheme [Page 259, item 522]

RESOLVED to RATIFY the recommendation to close the Local Government Scheme to new employees.

2. Review Sub-Committee [Page 260, item 524]

RESOLVED to RATIFY the recommendation that the Clerk be made a member of the review sub-committee.

(b) For Noting

(i) DITTON TWINNING ASSOCIATION, 12th FEBRUARY 2009

The above minutes were READ and NOTED.

533. CORRESPONDENCE

(a) For Noting

The following correspondence was CIRCULATED, READ and NOTED:-

Tonbridge & Malling Community
Safety Partnership: ‘Newsletter’, Spring Edition 2009

Tonbridge & Malling Crime Prevention
Panel: Minutes of Meeting held 15th September 2008

Kent & Medway NHS: ‘Getting Help for Mental Health Problems’

KAPC: Invitation to Planning Seminar, 28th March 2009
‘Parish News, Issue no. 337, January 2009

Kent County Council: Report & Accounts 2008 Superannuation Fund
Kent Health Watch

Kent Wildlife Trust: Supporter Day Invite

Communicorp: ‘Local Council’s Update – Jan/Feb 2009, Issue 111/112

SLCC: Larger Councils Conference 2009

‘Newsletter’, February 2009

(b) For Decision

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council: Heritage Open Days 2009
NOTED the Heritage Centre will be taking part in the open days.

Kent County Council: Emergency Planning
A request to arrange a meeting with this Council regarding an emergency and disaster management plan was READ and NOTED.

RESOLVED to arrange a meeting during an afternoon and advise Members accordingly.

534. FINANCE

(a) Accounts Received

The following accounts received were READ and NOTED:-

Hirers: Multi Sport Use 799.25

Local Organisations: Photocopying 2.70

Ditton Guides: Guide H Q Rental 27.85

Ditton Minors FC: Electricity Reimbursement 25.21
Pitch Marking NRRG 25.30 50.51

Ditton Infants School: Maintenance Contract 112.64

Mrs Tamsett: Gazette Advert 28.00

Driveright: Gazette Advert 28.00

(b) Accounts For Payment

RESOLVED the following accounts be ACCEPTED, APPROVED and PAID:-

Salaries: Gross 15517.38 Net 11568.68

DPC Imprest Account: Reimbursement of Expenses 677.64*

Kent County Council: Superannuation Payment February 2009 3756.38

AMS Management [GB]: Removal & disposal of Asbestos 450.00
Vat 67.50 517.50

Aquaid [Kent]: Water 27.00
Vat 4.06 31.06

Aylesford Tyre & Auto Tyre for Trailer 36.60
Centre: Vat 5.49 42.09

Action with Communities Annual Membership - 2010 35.00
In Rural Kent:

Clive Stanley: Webmaster Services 19/11/08 – 24/2/2009 522.50

Coblands Nurseries Ltd: Tree Planting 103.02
Vat 15.45 118.47

Cobra Insurance Brokers: Vat Claimable from H M Customs & Excise 58.48
Unpaid on Engineering Policy

Ernest Doe & Sons Ltd: Chain Saw Parts 75.39
Vat 11.58 86.67

Emprise Services Limited: Keyholder Service – February 2009 20.83
Vat 3.13 23.96

Glasdons UK Limited: Litter Bin 108.77
Vat 16.31 125.08

IGS Vehicle Accessories: Repair to Bluetooth – Mitsubishi 40.00
Vat 6.00 46.00

Kent County Council: Sacks & Rock Salt 102.30
Vat 15.35 117.65

Naturescape: 6 kg Cornfield Annuals Seeds 190.98
Vat 28.65 219.63

Netbox 5: Storage & Cleaning Tapes 75.56
Vat 11.33 86.89

Nico Office Limited: Toner Kit – Laser Printer 467.79
Vat 70.17 537.96

Parker Merchanting: Ear Protectors, eye protectors, Safety
Boots & Power Gas Torch 54.40
Vat 8.17 62.57

Parkfoot Garage Limited: Diesel 46.73
Vat 7.01 53.74

Peeks of Bournemouth: Valentines Decorations 67.78
Vat 10.17 77.95

Playdale Playgrounds Ltd: Adventure Trail – 106 Agreement 9991.00
Vat 1498.65 11489.65

Mr D Pullinger: Locking Playarea – February 25.00

RBS Software: Annual Software Maintenance 350.00
Vat 52.50 402.50

St Peters Parochial Upkeep of Churchyard 2008/09 200.00
Church Council: Floodlighting Contribution 2008/09 200.00 400.00

Travis Perkins Trading: Rock Salt & Nuts & Bolts 146.10
Vat 21.92 168.02

United Balloon & Gas Co: Valentines Balloons 6.50
Vat 0.98 7.48

IMPREST ACCOUNT – Reimbursement of February Expenses

Carried Forward 1st February 2009 2020.93
Add: PC Reimbursement 479.07
Raffle Reimbursement 101.90
2601.90
Deduct: February Expenses
Voucher Charge 3.25
OSA Expenses 100.00
PC Petty Cash 90.43
Postage Stamps 63.00
Bar Petty Cash 142.95
CC Expenses 55.00
Catering Equipment & Tables 233.00
Raffle Prizes 91.91 677.64 1822.36
677.64*
2500.00

*Sum to be drawn on 2nd March 2009 to restore balance to £2500.00

The following direct debits were READ and APPROVED:-

[i] DITTON PARISH COUNCIL ACCOUNT

02.01.2009 WPS Health 573.48
02.01.2009 02 32.68
02.01.2009 Sky Business 402.50
06.01.2009 RBOS Mentor 365.17
07.01.2009 Nildram 41.91
12.01.2009 Public Works Loan Board 2656.51
12.01.2009 Post Office Ltd 72.40
20.01.2009 BT Direct Debits 75.04
20.01.2009 S&N UK Ltd 7199.53
20.01.2009 Tonbridge & Malling BC 1143.00
20.01.2009 Tonbridge & Malling BC 101.00
21.01.2009 Euphony Comms 10.78
21.01.2009 Waverley 1166.19
23.01.2009 EBS Direct Debits 23.25
23.01.2009 EDF Energy 69.11
23.01.2009 Siemens Fin. Services 552.00
26.01.2009 BOC Manchester 258.75
26.01.2009 EDF Energy 1092.26
29.01.2009 Walkers Snacks 376.14
28.01.2009 NW Business MC 34.63

(d) Valentine Dance 2009 - Balance Sheet

It was NOTED that only 151 tickets were sold for the Valentine dance, however, it was a very good evening and a profit of £533.09 was made from ticket sales. The raffle held at the dance made a profit of £105.10 which will be used to make donations to local worthy causes.

Cllr. Cordwell advised that it was a very enjoyable evening and asked that a vote of thanks be recorded to the staff who organised the dance.

(e) Donations

A list of applications, which had previously been circulated, was READ and NOTED.

RESOLVED to make the following donations from the Charities Account under the Local Government Act 1972 Sec. 142:

Malling Area Volunteer Bureau £200
Victim Support 100
Malling Citizens Advice Bureau 100

RESOLVED to make the following donation from the Charities Account under the Local Government Act 1972 Sec. 144:

Ditton Heritage Centre £600

RESOLVED to make the following donations from the Charities Account under the Local Government Act 1972 Sec. 137:

Heart of Kent Hospice £100
Ditton Scouts 300
Kent Air Ambulance 250
Children with Leukaemia 100

535. REPORTS FROM BOROUGH & COUNTY COUNCILLORS

There were no County or Borough Councillors present.

536. REPORT FROM NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING UNIT/COMMUNITY WARDEN

This item was dealt with earlier in the meeting under item 529.

537. PLANNING MATTERS

(a) Plans Received for Comment

TM/08/03487/FL Garage conversion and single storey side/rear extension

57 Primrose Drive
RESOLVED NO OBJECTION BUT COMMENT THAT THERE IS NO OUTSIDE ACCESS TO THE REAR OF THE PROPERTY.

(b) Plans Dealt with by Tonbridge & Malling Area Sub-Committee No. 3

NOTED no decisions had been notified during the past fourteen days.

The following ‘B’ List was CIRCULATED, READ and NOTED:-

09/06 - 10.02.2009

(d) Agenda, Minutes, Notes of Area 3 Planning Committee

Cllr. Mrs Throssell drew Members attention to the planning officer’s recommendation to grant permission, with conditions, to an application for the provision of four garages in Pear Tree Avenue.

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Mrs & Mrs Williams attended the meeting regarding a request to move the dog bin which is sited on the grass verge at the rear of Scott Close.

They were advised that this request will be referred to the Open Spaces and Amenities Committee for consideration.

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538. PARISH SEAL – Signing and Sealing of Ditton Minors Football Club Licence

RESOLVED to affix the seal to the Licence renewal between Ditton Parish Council and Ditton Minors Football Club, which relates to New Road Recreation Ground, and this be signed by the Chairman and Clerk.

RESOLVED to bring forward item 541.

539. MATTERS ARISING FROM “CORRESPONDENCE FOR NOTING”

Cllr. Mulcuck referred Members to an article in the KALC Parish News regarding the changes to annual holiday allocation.

Cllr. Baker referred to an item in the Community Safety Partnership Newsletter regarding dog fouling.

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The Chairman MOVED that in view of the special nature of the following items, the press and public be excluded from the remainder of the meeting in accordance with Standing Orders 27 and 50.

540. BAN UNDER SECTION 32 OF THE COUNTY OF KENT ACT 1981

A report from the Anti-Social Behaviour Officer regarding the completely changed behaviour of the youth banned from the Community Centre and surrounding area on the 30th October 2008 was READ. It was NOTED that as a gesture of goodwill for her continued good behaviour the Officer has reviewed her case and lifted their ban. The officer asks if this Council would consider reviewing its ban as a further gesture of goodwill, instead of waiting until the review date at the end of April. Discussion took place.

RESOLVED to lift the ban with immediate effect.

541. ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR IN THE KILNBARN CLUB

A written complaint from a member of the Club regarding anti-social and abusive behaviour towards a fellow member in the Kilnbarn Club by a group of young members was READ together with the bar managers report.

Discussion took place.

RESOLVED the youths concerned be sent a warning letter advising this type of behaviour will not be tolerated and any further anti-social behaviour will result in them being banned from entering the Club and their membership being revoked.

542. MATTERS ARISING FROM “CORRESPONDENCE FOR NOTING”

Dealt with earlier in the meeting under item 539.

543. CLOSURE

The meeting Closed at 9.03pm.

Chairman
6th April 2009

Ditton Parish Council *...in the Garden of England...*
March 2009 Minutes
MINUTES OF A MEETING OF DITTON PARISH COUNCIL HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER AT DITTON COMMUNITY CENTRE ON MONDAY 2nd MARCH 2009 AT 7.30PM [Click here for a downloadable version in Adobe Acrobat© .pdf file format.]
PRESENT: CLLRS. M J PORTER [Chairman], J A BEADLE [ Vice-Chair], R ANGEL, RGW BAKER, MRS A R BEADLE, M D BRINE, B CORDWELL, A R MULCUCK, D H NUNN, MRS A THROSSELL & MRS J F THWAITES MRS S J KAVANAGH [Clerk of the Council] & MRS N GREENAWAY [ADMIN. ASST.] 526. OPENING OF MEETING The Chairman opened the meeting at 7.30pm. 527. APOLOGIES Apologies were RECEIVED from Cllr. Lander. The previously notified reason for absence was ACCEPTED and APPROVED and is recorded in the Absence Book Ref. 019. 528. DECLARATION OF INTERESTS Cllr. Cordwell declared a prejudicial interest in item 541. Cllrs. Mulcuck and Nunn declared a personal interest in item 534(e). Cllr. Porter declared a prejudicial interest in item 532(a)(iii). The Chairman MOVED that the policing report be taken next to enable the officer to return to his duties. 529. REPORT FROM NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING UNIT/COMMUNITY WARDEN PC Roddick reported that there was a total of 5 crimes committed over the past month; 1 criminal damage, 1 vehicle crime, I theft from a vehicle and 2 burglaries. Last month the total crime was 17 and for the same period last year it was 16. Overall the total crime in Ditton is down 13.4% over the last year. PC Roddick also reported that the youth banned from the Community Centre and surrounding area last year has completely changed their ways. As a result of their continued good behaviour the anti-social behaviour officer is lifting their ban as a gesture of goodwill and would like the Council to consider reviewing their ban. 530. CONFIRMATION & SIGNING OF MINUTES OF PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD 9th FEBRUARY 2009 The minutes of the meeting held on 9th February 2009, were CONFIRMED and SIGNED. 531. MATTERS ARISING There were no matters arising not included elsewhere on the agenda. 532. MINUTES OF MEETINGS HELD DURING FEBRUARY 2009 (a) For Confirmation & Signing (i) PLANNING COMMITTEE, 16TH FEBRUARY 2009 The above minutes were presented by Cllr. Mrs Throssell and CONFIRMED and SIGNED as a correct record. (ii) OPEN SPACES & AMENITIES COMMITTEE, 16TH FEBRUARY 2009 The above minutes were presented by Cllr. Mr Baker and, subject to one amendment, were CONFIRMED and SIGNED as a correct record. (iii) COMMUNITY CENTRE COMMITTEE, 17TH FEBRUARY 2009 The above minutes were presented by Cllr. Mr Beadle and, subject to amendment, were CONFIRMED and SIGNED as a correct record. The recommendation on the charging of a fee to guests to the Kilnbarn Club was READ and discussion took place regarding guests of opposing teams. RESOLVED not to ratify the recommendation and refer the matter back to the Community Centre Committee for further consideration. (iv) PERSONNEL COMMITTEE, 23RD FEBRUARY 2009 - Herewith The above minutes were presented by Cllr. Mrs Beadle and CONFIRMED and SIGNED as a correct record. RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Local Government Pension Scheme [Page 259, item 522] RESOLVED to RATIFY the recommendation to close the Local Government Scheme to new employees. 2. Review Sub-Committee [Page 260, item 524] RESOLVED to RATIFY the recommendation that the Clerk be made a member of the review sub-committee. (b) For Noting (i) DITTON TWINNING ASSOCIATION, 12th FEBRUARY 2009 The above minutes were READ and NOTED. 533. CORRESPONDENCE (a) For Noting The following correspondence was CIRCULATED, READ and NOTED:- Tonbridge & Malling Community Safety Partnership: ‘Newsletter’, Spring Edition 2009 Tonbridge & Malling Crime Prevention Panel: Minutes of Meeting held 15th September 2008 Kent & Medway NHS: ‘Getting Help for Mental Health Problems’ KAPC: Invitation to Planning Seminar, 28th March 2009 ‘Parish News, Issue no. 337, January 2009 Kent County Council: Report & Accounts 2008 Superannuation Fund Kent Health Watch Kent Wildlife Trust: Supporter Day Invite Communicorp: ‘Local Council’s Update – Jan/Feb 2009, Issue 111/112 SLCC: Larger Councils Conference 2009 ‘Newsletter’, February 2009 (b) For Decision Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council: Heritage Open Days 2009 NOTED the Heritage Centre will be taking part in the open days. Kent County Council: Emergency Planning A request to arrange a meeting with this Council regarding an emergency and disaster management plan was READ and NOTED. RESOLVED to arrange a meeting during an afternoon and advise Members accordingly. 534. FINANCE (a) Accounts Received The following accounts received were READ and NOTED:- Hirers: Multi Sport Use 799.25 Local Organisations: Photocopying 2.70 Ditton Guides: Guide H Q Rental 27.85 Ditton Minors FC: Electricity Reimbursement 25.21 Pitch Marking NRRG 25.30 50.51 Ditton Infants School: Maintenance Contract 112.64 Mrs Tamsett: Gazette Advert 28.00 Driveright: Gazette Advert 28.00 (b) Accounts For Payment RESOLVED the following accounts be ACCEPTED, APPROVED and PAID:- Salaries: Gross 15517.38 Net 11568.68 DPC Imprest Account: Reimbursement of Expenses 677.64* Kent County Council: Superannuation Payment February 2009 3756.38 AMS Management [GB]: Removal & disposal of Asbestos 450.00 Vat 67.50 517.50 Aquaid [Kent]: Water 27.00 Vat 4.06 31.06 Aylesford Tyre & Auto Tyre for Trailer 36.60 Centre: Vat 5.49 42.09 Action with Communities Annual Membership - 2010 35.00 In Rural Kent: Clive Stanley: Webmaster Services 19/11/08 – 24/2/2009 522.50 Coblands Nurseries Ltd: Tree Planting 103.02 Vat 15.45 118.47 Cobra Insurance Brokers: Vat Claimable from H M Customs & Excise 58.48 Unpaid on Engineering Policy Ernest Doe & Sons Ltd: Chain Saw Parts 75.39 Vat 11.58 86.67 Emprise Services Limited: Keyholder Service – February 2009 20.83 Vat 3.13 23.96 Glasdons UK Limited: Litter Bin 108.77 Vat 16.31 125.08 IGS Vehicle Accessories: Repair to Bluetooth – Mitsubishi 40.00 Vat 6.00 46.00 Kent County Council: Sacks & Rock Salt 102.30 Vat 15.35 117.65 Naturescape: 6 kg Cornfield Annuals Seeds 190.98 Vat 28.65 219.63 Netbox 5: Storage & Cleaning Tapes 75.56 Vat 11.33 86.89 Nico Office Limited: Toner Kit – Laser Printer 467.79 Vat 70.17 537.96 Parker Merchanting: Ear Protectors, eye protectors, Safety Boots & Power Gas Torch 54.40 Vat 8.17 62.57 Parkfoot Garage Limited: Diesel 46.73 Vat 7.01 53.74 Peeks of Bournemouth: Valentines Decorations 67.78 Vat 10.17 77.95 Playdale Playgrounds Ltd: Adventure Trail – 106 Agreement 9991.00 Vat 1498.65 11489.65 Mr D Pullinger: Locking Playarea – February 25.00 RBS Software: Annual Software Maintenance 350.00 Vat 52.50 402.50 St Peters Parochial Upkeep of Churchyard 2008/09 200.00 Church Council: Floodlighting Contribution 2008/09 200.00 400.00 Travis Perkins Trading: Rock Salt & Nuts & Bolts 146.10 Vat 21.92 168.02 United Balloon & Gas Co: Valentines Balloons 6.50 Vat 0.98 7.48 IMPREST ACCOUNT – Reimbursement of February Expenses Carried Forward 1st February 2009 2020.93 Add: PC Reimbursement 479.07 Raffle Reimbursement 101.90 2601.90 Deduct: February Expenses Voucher Charge 3.25 OSA Expenses 100.00 PC Petty Cash 90.43 Postage Stamps 63.00 Bar Petty Cash 142.95 CC Expenses 55.00 Catering Equipment & Tables 233.00 Raffle Prizes 91.91 677.64 1822.36 677.64* 2500.00 Sum to be drawn on 2nd March 2009 to restore balance to £2500.00 (c) Direct Debits - Paid During January 2009 The following direct debits were READ* and APPROVED:- [i] DITTON PARISH COUNCIL ACCOUNT 02.01.2009 WPS Health 573.48 02.01.2009 02 32.68 02.01.2009 Sky Business 402.50 06.01.2009 RBOS Mentor 365.17 07.01.2009 Nildram 41.91 12.01.2009 Public Works Loan Board 2656.51 12.01.2009 Post Office Ltd 72.40 20.01.2009 BT Direct Debits 75.04 20.01.2009 S&N UK Ltd 7199.53 20.01.2009 Tonbridge & Malling BC 1143.00 20.01.2009 Tonbridge & Malling BC 101.00 21.01.2009 Euphony Comms 10.78 21.01.2009 Waverley 1166.19 23.01.2009 EBS Direct Debits 23.25 23.01.2009 EDF Energy 69.11 23.01.2009 Siemens Fin. Services 552.00 26.01.2009 BOC Manchester 258.75 26.01.2009 EDF Energy 1092.26 29.01.2009 Walkers Snacks 376.14 28.01.2009 NW Business MC 34.63 (d) Valentine Dance 2009 - Balance Sheet It was NOTED that only 151 tickets were sold for the Valentine dance, however, it was a very good evening and a profit of £533.09 was made from ticket sales. The raffle held at the dance made a profit of £105.10 which will be used to make donations to local worthy causes. Cllr. Cordwell advised that it was a very enjoyable evening and asked that a vote of thanks be recorded to the staff who organised the dance. (e) Donations A list of applications, which had previously been circulated, was READ and NOTED. RESOLVED to make the following donations from the Charities Account under the Local Government Act 1972 Sec. 142: Malling Area Volunteer Bureau £200 Victim Support 100 Malling Citizens Advice Bureau 100 RESOLVED to make the following donation from the Charities Account under the Local Government Act 1972 Sec. 144: Ditton Heritage Centre £600 RESOLVED to make the following donations from the Charities Account under the Local Government Act 1972 Sec. 137: Heart of Kent Hospice £100 Ditton Scouts 300 Kent Air Ambulance 250 Children with Leukaemia 100 535. REPORTS FROM BOROUGH & COUNTY COUNCILLORS There were no County or Borough Councillors present. 536. REPORT FROM NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING UNIT/COMMUNITY WARDEN This item was dealt with earlier in the meeting under item 529. 537. PLANNING MATTERS (a) Plans Received for Comment TM/08/03487/FL Garage conversion and single storey side/rear extension 57 Primrose Drive RESOLVED NO OBJECTION BUT COMMENT THAT THERE IS NO OUTSIDE ACCESS TO THE REAR OF THE PROPERTY. (b) Plans Dealt with by Tonbridge & Malling Area Sub-Committee No. 3 NOTED no decisions had been notified during the past fourteen days. (c) ‘B’ Lists The following ‘B’ List was CIRCULATED, READ and NOTED:- 09/06 - 10.02.2009 (d) Agenda, Minutes, Notes of Area 3 Planning Committee Cllr. Mrs Throssell drew Members attention to the planning officer’s recommendation to grant permission, with conditions, to an application for the provision of four garages in Pear Tree Avenue. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Mrs & Mrs Williams attended the meeting regarding a request to move the dog bin which is sited on the grass verge at the rear of Scott Close. They were advised that this request will be referred to the Open Spaces and Amenities Committee for consideration. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 538. PARISH SEAL – Signing and Sealing of Ditton Minors Football Club Licence RESOLVED to affix the seal to the Licence renewal between Ditton Parish Council and Ditton Minors Football Club, which relates to New Road Recreation Ground, and this be signed by the Chairman and Clerk. RESOLVED to bring forward item 541. 539. MATTERS ARISING FROM “CORRESPONDENCE FOR NOTING” Cllr. Mulcuck referred Members to an article in the KALC Parish News regarding the changes to annual holiday allocation. Cllr. Baker referred to an item in the Community Safety Partnership Newsletter regarding dog fouling. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The Chairman MOVED that in view of the special nature of the following items, the press and public be excluded from the remainder of the meeting in accordance with Standing Orders 27 and 50. 540. BAN UNDER SECTION 32 OF THE COUNTY OF KENT ACT 1981 A report from the Anti-Social Behaviour Officer regarding the completely changed behaviour of the youth banned from the Community Centre and surrounding area on the 30th October 2008 was READ. It was NOTED that as a gesture of goodwill for her continued good behaviour the Officer has reviewed her case and lifted their ban. The officer asks if this Council would consider reviewing its ban as a further gesture of goodwill, instead of waiting until the review date at the end of April. Discussion took place. RESOLVED to lift the ban with immediate effect. 541. ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR IN THE KILNBARN CLUB A written complaint from a member of the Club regarding anti-social and abusive behaviour towards a fellow member in the Kilnbarn Club by a group of young members was READ together with the bar managers report. Discussion took place. RESOLVED the youths concerned be sent a warning letter advising this type of behaviour will not be tolerated and any further anti-social behaviour will result in them being banned from entering the Club and their membership being revoked. 542. MATTERS ARISING FROM “CORRESPONDENCE FOR NOTING” Dealt with earlier in the meeting under item 539. 543. CLOSURE The meeting Closed at 9.03pm. Chairman 6th April 2009