To approve the minutes of the meeting held on 20 March 2019 (enclosed).

The minutes of the meeting held on 20 March 2019 ,as circulated, were approved  as a correct record.

HNRFI

The Chairman reported that the Aston Flamville Parish Meeting is working in co – operation with Sapcote, Sharnford, Stoney Stanton, Croft, Thurlaston, Huncote, Wigston Parva, Burbage and Earl Shilton Parishes in order to fight against the HNRFI development.

The developer DB Symmetry, now called Tritax Symmetry, has carried out two informal consultations with local residents and was due to carry out a Formal Consultation in November/December 2019, although this date seems to be slipping into the New Year.

Following feedback from the consultation the developer can refine his plans and if he wishes to proceed he must submit his proposals to Govt.Planning Inspectorate and request a Development Consent Order for his proposals. It is anticipated that this submission will be around June 2020, but the timescale is entirely in the hands of the developer, up until the formal submission.

From the point of submission the timescales are controlled by the Examiner appointed by the Planning Inspectorate and the full process can be seen at

https://infrastructure.planninginspectorate.gov.uk

At this point the developer will be instructed to publish timescales during which individuals or groups can apply to make representations to the Examiner and the Examiner also requests that the local authorities ( in this case Blaby District Council and Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council) submit Local Impact Reports. Based on a June 2020 submission these activities will take place around August/September 2020, after which the Examiner will call a Preliminary Meeting and publish draft timescales for the Examination which is likely to start in 2021.

What can you do?

Come to the Parish Meeting to express your view to the Meeting which is attended by the Local District and County Councillors.

Write to or email your MP, Alberto Costa MP, House of Commons, London SW1A 0AA or Alberto.Costa.MP@parliament.uk

Give feedback to the formal consultation.

Make your views known to Blaby District Council(Peter Gibson, Major Schemes Officer) to help ensure that the Local Impact Report reflects your views.

Register for representation at the Examination at the appropriate time

The Chairman spoke in great depth on this matter and answered questions from Residents, Councillors also contributed to this item and answered questions.

A leaflet produced by Sapcote Parish Council entitled Sapcote Parish Council  is fighting to stop the Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange – We need your help.

This leaflet was circulated at the meeting and contained a substantial amount of useful information.

Fosse Villages Neighbourhood Plan

The Chairman explained that the Independent Examiner of the submitted plan has still not published his comments, which are 2/3 months overdue. Once the comments are received and responded to, Blaby District Council will be able to control the completion of the process which will now slip into the New Year.

Cllr Sheila Scott provided further information on this matter.

Blaby District Plan

Blaby DC have commenced  the process to extend the Local Plan’s horizon to the late 2030’s. The consultation on “Issues and Options” closed on 30^th September. My major  ...  view the full minutes text for item 2.

There were no matters to discuss.

Cllr Sheila Scott’s Report

The Council held a minutes silence in respect of Cllr  David Jennings, who had passed away recently.

Phase 1 of the Council’s Civic area refurbishment has been completed. The new chamber is in use for meetings especially Planning Committee.

The first phase of Everards Meadows. The café is run by Jenno’s family business based in Blaby. Everards Meadow’s is an exciting addition to BDC providing Health and Leisure opportunities for our residents and from visitors further afield. The next phase of development is already on site and will see the completion of a brand new Everards brewery, beer hall and offices.

Volunteer Litter Picking Scheme

The scheme was a great success, so far over 80 individuals or community groups have signed up to the scheme and have litter picked over 450 bags from our roadside and open spaces.

Leisure Centre Investment Contract with SLM to refurbish both Enderby Leisure Centre and the Pavilion Leisure Centre at Huncote

Phase 1 of the capital works at Enderby Leisure Centre remain on time and on budget.

Improvements as part of phase 1 include;

New fitness suite

New spa facilities

New dry side changing rooms

New fitness – studio

New sports hall floor

New facilities open to the public 28 September 2019

Work at the Pavilion Huncote will  commence in the coming months.

Other Activities and Events

Love parks was another successful year at Fosse Meadow, the event supported by partner organisations Menphys, Active Arts, Cyclone Works and others. Over 450 people attended raising over £800.00

Fall prevention classes started 1 October at Enderby Leisure Centre for seniors at risk of falling.

12 Steady Steps classes, offer classes within the district of Blaby. Booking in advance is always advised as there are waiting lists for these classes.

Summer Activity Programme.

BB19 youth workers have delivered activities in partnership with AMPACT part of the family and well being services at LCC.

Cllr Iain Hewson’s Report – Chairman of the Council

On the 28^th September I held my Civic Walk from Kirby Muxloe to Glenfield and we raised £77.00 for the Charity Community First Responders.

On 3^rd October I opened the Achievements Awards held at the Marriot Hotel Leicester. It was a fantastic evening, listening to the nominators why they had nominated the person or persons for Awards. Highlighting how they help their local community over several years. One lady had given 53 years of voluntary

service after she founded the Blaby and Glen Parva Community Service back in 1966.

On the 7^th October I attended the Youth Council at the Council Offices. The debate was on Knife Crime. This was an excellent debate, which took two hours, a lot of investigation had taken place from when the first knife crime took place on 15 March 44BC when Julius Caeser was stabbed by conspirators, until the present day.

Also discussed was what was the maximum and minimum jail sentence for carrying a knife, and or for using a knife,  ...  view the full minutes text for item 4.

The date of the Annual Parish  meeting to be arranged in consultation with the Chairman for a date in April/May 2020.