News and Views from Carlton Scroop and Normanton on Cliffe Parish Council
What’s happening in Carlton Scroop & Normanton
Parish Council
The Parish Council met on Monday 14 September in the Village Hall and discussed a number of matters affecting the parish. Apologies were received from Councillors Hands & Worrell.
There was no representation from the two district councillors. County Councillor Ken Banford was in attendance.
Highway issues in the two villages
The Speed Indicator Device (SID) has now been repaired and renovated thanks to councillors Ted Hands & Tim Cooper. However, it has to be constantly deployed at the entrance to Normanton from Carlton Scroop, as the highways speed sign is still not working. County Councillor Banford stated that the Highways Section has checked the sign and signed it off as working! We have asked them to check again!
Councillors asked Councillor Banford to put pressure on the Highways Section to review the 60 mph speed limit on the Sudbrook Road from Charity Street to the A607, which is the only area in the village not covered by the30mph speed limit.
The Council was informed that 10 volunteers had expressed an interest in joining a Community Speed Group in the Parish. The cost of setting up a group would be around £500 and would need the Parish Council approval to proceed. Following a detailed discussion, the Council decided, by a split vote, not to proceed with a scheme.
A broken footway light on the A607 still needs to be replaced by SKDC.
Finance Matters
The Council has placed its surplus funds in a 6-month fixed interest account in order to raise extra income. The expenditure and income are monitored by the Council against its budget at each meeting. There were no issues to report at this meeting.
Jubilee Field/Cemetery
A quote has been obtained for trimming the hedge around the Jubilee Field and the cemetery. A quote will also be obtained for a survey of the trees in the Jubilee Field and a rope tree is to be removed. The Council discussed the current rules and prices in respect of the cemetery. It was agreed that the exclusive right of burial in the cemetery would be 99 years. Councillor Tim Cooper volunteered to undertake further research on pricing and redesign in conjunction with the Clerk. This will be discussed further at the next meeting. The notice board in the Churchyard in Carlton Scroop may need replacing.
The Parish Plan
The Council reviewed the actions required against the Parish Plan, noting that the plan will have to be reset by the new Council elected from May 2027.
Other Community Issues
The Parish Council will shortly receive a new commemorative seat from the County Council to be placed on the Viking Way near the Jubilee Field.
The entrance gates to the Parish have been refurbishment and re-painted. Many thanks to Councillors Ted Hands, Tim Cooper, Alan Thomas and also to resident Richard Harris for all their hard work.
Following a request from a resident to erect a silhouette of a soldier in the parish as a memorial to all those from the UK who have died in wars around the world, two local businesses, Fineturf Ltd and Rainthorpe Transport Ltd, have kindly agreed to sponsor two silhouettes. The Council will now order 2 silhouettes (one Tommy & one RAF pilot), one for each village, before Remembrance Sunday. The location of each silhouette is yet to be decided and views from residents would be welcomed.
There appears to be some doubt over the continuation over a permissive footpath in Normanton. It was agreed to discuss options with the landowner.
The Council has been offered a “Safe a Life” training session for residents on how to undertake CPR and operate a defibrillator. A co-ordinator for this event is required. The Parish Clerk can be contacted on Parish Council matters at clerk@carltonscroopnormanton-pc.gov.uk Follow us on Facebook: Carlton Scroop and Normanton on Cliffe Parish Council or visit our website: www.carlton-scroop.parish.lincolnshire.gov.uk
Village Hall & Social Club
The Village Hall at Carlton Scroop is available for hire by individuals or groups. Please contact carltonscroopvillagehall@gmail.com if you want to hire the Hall.
Look out for Bingo and Quiz dates on a Saturday evening in the Social Club.