Agenda and minutes
The Agenda for this meeting will be published 5 clear working days before the scheduled date of the meeting. The Minutes and Decisions for this meeting will normally be published within 9 working days following the date of the meeting.
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PDF 64 KBVenue: St. Mary's Church, Wigston Parva
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Election of Chairman Minutes: The Democratic & Scrutiny Services Officer invited nominations for the election of Chairman of the Wigston Parva Parish Meeting.
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To approve the minutes of the meeting held on 28 June 2023 (enclosed). Minutes: The minutes of the meeting held on 28 June 2023, as circulated, were approved as a correct record.
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Matters arising from the Minutes Minutes: HNRFI
The Chairman informed residents that the Examiner was due to complete the report by 12 June 2024 and that their recommendations will be considered by the Secretary of State. The Secretary of State will make the final decision on whether to approve or reject the scheme and will take the report into account but does not have to agree with the Examining Authority’s recommendation. The report won’t be published until the final decision is made. When this happens both the report and a letter explaining the Secretary of State’s decision will be published together. A decision is expected by 12 September 2024.
Fly Tipping
Residents raised that they have noticed a gradual increase in fly tipping however commented that once Blaby District Council are notified the litter is collected almost immediately.
Residents and Councillors discussed whether installing cameras would be a good deterrent to help protect the village.
Village Signage
Cllr. Maggie Wright raised that after the previous meeting she held discussions with Highways in regards to installing a children playing warning sign as you enter the village, however she could see that this has not been implemented and will speak to Highways to get an update on this.
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Any Other Business Minutes: Blaby District Council Budget Update Cllr. Ben Taylor provided residents with a budget update for Blaby District Council. He explained that Blaby District Council are attempting to put provisions in place to try and tackle expanding future budget gaps.
A5 Junction Residents raised concerns surrounding the lack of signage on the A5 Junction that is situated next to Smockington Hollow. Residents suggested the types of signage and road marking that would be beneficial.
Cllr. Maggie Wright advised that she has previously liaised with Highways England, however she will raise this again.
Barking Dogs Cllr. Mike Shirley advised residents that he has recently had queries on how to report barking dogs. He advised residents of the process and provided printed handouts to assist those wishing to complain.
Residents held discussions in regards to the following:
· Barking Dogs · Dog Fouling · Safety concerns surrounding dogs on long/ extendable leads |
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Date of next meeting Minutes: The date of the next meeting to be arranged in consultation with the Chairman for a date in early 2025. |