We're here as Parish Councillors to help support the community and keep people connected in Marwood, Devon. We usually meet on the first Thursday of the month, except August when there is no meeting. All the contact details of the Parish Councillors are listed below and on the notice boards. You can also use the CONTACT US THROUGH THIS WEBSITE IF YOU NEED OR CAN OFFER HELP.
ICY ROADS IN MARWOOD - A reminder that Cllr David Chugg has a supply of SALT if needed - see contact details below
MARWOOD PARISH COUNCIL DATES
11 May 2023 AGM/Council Meeting
20 July 2023 Council Meeting
August 2023 recess, no meeting
21 September 2023 Council Meeting
16 November 2023 Council Meeting to discuss the precept
18 January 2024 Council Meeting, precept confirmation
21 March 2024 Council Meeting, end of year accounts.
The start time of meetings will be either 19.00 or 19.30 depending on the time of year. The Chairman has authority to call additional meetings if there are urgent matters to discuss. The Clerk will continue to keep Members informed during the interim months.
Note: not in Standing Orders. Copies of Agendas/Minutes and interim reports will be sent to Marwood Matters for inclusion on the website. All public notices will be displayed on the Council notice boards.
MARWOOD PARISH COUNCIL
Report of the Council Meeting 18 January 2024
Marwood Methodist Church Hall, Guineaford
Members Present: Cllrs. C Latham, D Chugg, A Bend, N Plumb, D Hunt, K Down.
Apologies: Cllrs R Berry, A Harvey-Bryant, C Wallis.
In Attendance: Cllr Andrea Davis, Cllr Julie Hunt. M J Measures (Clerk to the Council).
Declared Interests. None Chairman’s Discretion. None
Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting 14 December 2023
The Minutes were agreed and signed as a true record.
Police Report
Latest copy sent to Members
Reports from County and District Councillors
Cllr Hunt reported the proposed re-opening of the bus garage by Easter and the cafe is out for tender and passengers will have access to toilet facilities, after a three-year closure; the Guildhall is to be refurbished; following discussion the District Council has agreed that all future contracts for £12,000 (including VAT) will require three or more quotes. The use of former library vans is being considered to use them as polling stations in remote areas.
Cllr Hunt left the meeting at 19.15
Cllr Davis said approval has been given to construct the latest section of the Tarka Trail between Barnstaple and Ilfracombe delivering around 700 metres of shared use path, while installing drainage culverts and creating a picnic area and several other rest areas. Cedars Crossing Scheme: potential significant traffic delays for about 20 weeks.
20mph speed limit programme “expression of Interest” recommendations should be made
for places within the Parish. Cllr Chugg will manage the response. DCC are looking for EV sites at Parish and Community car parks in Devon.
Peninsula Transport Draft Transport Strategy consultation. Grit bins and information
About gritting routes is on the website. Cllr Davis left the meeting at 19.55
Correspondence
Relevant correspondence including proposed B3230 road closure from Shirwell Cross to Plaistow Mills Muddiford 22 – 28 March 2024
Finance
Invoices . The following invoices were agreed for payment: Marwood Methodist Church £200.00 (cemetery maintenance); Marwood Methodist Church £250.00 (hall hire 2023/24); Marwood PCC £200.00 (cemetery maintenance) North Devon Council £509.24(Jan); Balance at 18 January £3383.24
Precept 2024/25. Following discussion the precept request was agreed at £9,000.00
Planning Matters
78033 – Whiddon Farm. Conversion of redundant building into a dwelling
Recommend : Approval
Reports from Councillors
Parish Footpaths NoReport
Highways: No Report
Council e-mail address
Cllr Plumb reported that the new e-mail address can now be used.
Bench Seat
The seat has now been installed. The Clerk showed Members a photo.
Salt Bins
It was agreed to site one salt bin on the hill leading to the school and one in the layby near Varley Farm
Defibrillator
Cllr Plumb reported that the registered defibrillator is now back in place.
He said there is a need for the one sited inside the school to be sited outside and a shelter would be required. It was agreed to purchase a shelter for £150.00 and have it installed for public access. The Chairman thanked Cllr Plumb.
Chairman’s Discretion
None.
The meeting closed at 20.12
A MESSAGE FOR ALL HOUSEHOLDERS - If you have flooding to your property please report it on the emergency number as it will go straight through to the contractor for a call out - Highway emergency number; 0345 155 1004
Planning Matters to be considered particularly by neighbours and the Parish Council. Please go to https://planning.northdevon.gov.uk/Planning
put in the application number and click on the webpage for further details.
(You have to agree to the Copyright Notice under the Documents tab if you want to see documents - then you can download them)
Please ring: 0345 155 1004 or email csc.roads@devon.gov.uk.
Live chat is available on the Highways website Monday to Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm and 9:00am - 4:30pm on Friday.
To report a problem with road maintenance, traffic management and parking, streetlights and signs and public rights of way please use the Highways website.
2024 MARWOOD PO0R LANDS CHARITY - ACKLAND'S GIFT
The Charity was established over 120 years ago with a mandate to "provide grants of money to the poor and destitute living in the Parish of Marwood".
Over the years the Trustees have continued to uphold this mandate; for example in 1967 eighteen residents received five shillings (25p) and in recent years financial grants have been made to provide household equipment.
Due to the continual social change and the increase in Government Social Welfare Payments there has been a reduction in the number of applicants. The reasons for applying for grants has also changed none more so than in the current financial situation.
The Charity has a small annual income from the lease of 7.5 acres of land in Marwood and this year we are offering a small number of Tesco vouchers to buy food etc. before Christmas. If you feel you meet the criteria and wish to apply, or know someone you think is eligible, (and have their consent) please contact the Trustees via email on malco41@live.co.uk
Cllr Colin Latham (Chairman)
Higher Stowford Farm
Hore Down Gate EX34 8PH
01271 269824
Cllr Adrian Bend
Rowan Cottage
Muddiford EX31 4HH
07732 264372
Cllr Richard Berry
Honeywell Farm
Muddiford EX31 4HS
01271 850392
Cllr David Chugg (Vice-Chairman)
Kalbarri House
Kingsheanton EX31 4ED
01271 377491
Cllr Karen Down
Northleigh
Whiddon
Muddiford EX31 850063
Cllr Andrew Harvey-Bryant
North Warcombe Farm,
Lee EX34 8LR
07484 640770
Cllr Christopher Wallis
Woodgate Cottage
Milltown EX31 4HG
01271 850260 wallis.fiona@googlemail.com
Cllr David Hunt
Cllr Nick Plumb
M J Measures (Clerk to the Council)
9 Kingfisher Drive
Barnstaple EX32 8QW
01271 323386
County Cllr Mrs Andrea Davis
Southwinds Cottage
Kentisbury EX31 4NH
07786 868038
Selaine Saxby, our local MP, has up to date details of changes the Government has made to help deal with the coronavirus on her Website
North Devon Council Links
https://www.northdevon.gov.uk/ Click on this link for information and/or sign up for emails giving you the latest news.
Due to the impact of Coronavirus over 5.5 million people are claiming Universal Credit. Many are new to claiming Universal Credit having been negatively impacted by Coronavirus. Please click on the Universal Credit guide on https://www.jobcentrenearme.com/universal-credit/ for help.
Devon and Cornwall Police have pulled together responses to some of the more commonly asked questions.
https://www.devon-cornwall.