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Hoton Parish Council News - October 2020
New councillor for Hoton
Welcome to Katie Smith, who responded to the request for residents to step forward and has been formally co-opted as a parish councillor. We have now filled all of the parish councillor vacancies but are still seeking volunteers to join our working parties. If you have time to commit to a single issue, such as speeding, the playing field or any other village improvement projects please speak to a councillor or contact the clerk. More »
Obstruction of pavements
The Parish Council is cognisant of the limited parking in certain areas of the village but it would be appreciated if cars are not parked so as to obstruct the pavements. Shrubs and vegetation should be trimmed back to not overhang property's boundaries obstructing pedestrians. This is the individual property owner's responsibility.
As winter draws in, adequate access for pedestrians along the pavements becomes more important. The Parish Council requests all neighbours to think of others in this respect and act accordingly.
Telephone kiosk
We are sorry, but the increase in coronavirus cases means the telephone kiosk book share remains out of bounds. There is a risk of passing Covid-19 via the books and door-handle and we do not currently have the ability to operate the facility safely. This position will be reviewed in November.
Police report
There were no reported crimes in July. In June, police attended a road traffic accident; the injured parties fled the scene due to driving whilst under the influence. A theft and a burglary from a business were reported in August.
Advance notice of road closures and events
Roadworks are planned on Melton Road in Burton on the Wolds for three days commencing 19th October and from 2nd November for ten days. The diversion routes for these will pass through Hoton and may result in increased traffic.
As a trial for covid-safe competition, English Athletics are planning to hold cross country events on 17th and 31st October around the Prestwold Estate. These events will operate with staggered arrival times and reduced numbers which should reduce any traffic congestion that might otherwise have occurred on Prestwold Lane. You may, however, wish to plan where you walk on these days to avoid coming into contact with competitors.
Next Parish Council Meeting
The next meeting will be on Monday 2 November 2020. This will be via the Zoom platform and details of how to 'attend' the meeting will be posted on our website and the noticeboards with the agenda. If you wish to be sent an agenda you should sign up to our mailing list at https://www.hotonparishcouncil.org.uk/emailing-lists.html . Residents are always welcome at our meetings; time is allocated for your questions or comments. » Less
Posted: Tue, 13 Oct 2020 11:23 by The Parish Clerk
Hoton Parish Council News - August 2020
New councillor for Hoton
Welcome to Helen Dargie, who responded to the request for residents to step forward and has been formally co-opted as a parish councillor. We have one more vacancy, so if you would also like to be a 'voice' for your community, please do think about taking on this rewarding role. Contact the clerk or speak to one of the current councillors if you are interested; further details of what is involved can be found on our website at www.hotonparishcouncil.org.uk/how-to-become-a-councillor.html More »
Planning application
The parish council has concerns about plans to lift restrictions on the operation of Hoton Stores which could lead to an increase in traffic, and in particular HGVs, using Wymeswold Road. The application documents can be viewed on the Charnwood Planning Portal using reference P/20/1079/2 and any comments should be sent to development.control@charnwood.gov.uk using that reference number. The deadline for submitting comments is 11 August 2020, although they may take into consideration comments made after that date if a decision has not yet been made. A direct link to this and all other local planning applications may be found in the planning section of our website.
Playing Field
The playing field, tennis courts and play equipment have re-opened; please read the instructions for use on the notice board at the entrance to the field and observe social-distancing guidelines at all times.
The playing field has traditionally been looked after by a working party of volunteers, mainly parents of those using the field. We need a new generation of enthusiastic residents to help with the upkeep of this valued community asset. If you have used the play equipment recently you will have noticed that following the long closure it needs a little TLC and cleaning to make it pleasant to play on, and a couple of items need minor repairs or repainting. New swings seats have been ordered and we could do with a handyman to swap them with the old ones. We also have a community orchard and a wildlife area which needs some 'garden maintenance' work.
Our new councillor, Helen Dargie, has volunteered to co-ordinate a response to this need. Please email helendargie.hpc@gmail.com if you are willing and able to get involved in this village activity, which will be organised in accordance with Covid-safe guidelines.
Highways funding
We will be applying for funding from Leicestershire Parish Council to support residents' active travel in a Covid-19 environment. There are a number of options designed to aid walking, cycling and bus travel, which include edging back of overgrown vegetation to create more space for pedestrians and temporary speed restrictions on minor roads. Cllr Melanie Doherty is collating suggestions for improvements to help our residents get about more easily on foot or by bike in and around Hoton; please email any ideas to mel.HotonParishCouncil@gmail.com . A full list of the options available can be downloaded from our website.
Burial Ground
For the past few years, the parish council has supported the parochial church council by using our contractors to maintain Hoton's burial ground, with the church making a contribution towards the costs. Unfortunately, the loss of income from weddings has meant that the church is not able to fund the maintenance in the current climate and we are working to find a suitable solution because it is a part of the village that we care about. We are hoping that like-minded residents will donate their time and gardening skills to help maintain the burial ground so that it is an attractive place to visit and pay respects. If you are willing to be added to a rota for maintenance please contact the clerk.
The burial ground is open to anyone to visit; there are many interesting gravestones to explore, including a Commonwealth War Grave dedicated to one of the two residents of Hoton who lost their lives in World War I. It can be accessed through the gate on the corner of Wymeswold Road and extends round the back of the church.
Telephone kiosk
The telephone kiosk book share remains out of bounds. This is because there is a risk of passing Covid-19 via the books and door-handle. This position will be reviewed in September.
Publication of accounts
The accounts for the year ended 31 March 2020 will be available for public inspection between Monday 10 August and Friday 23 September. Further information will be published on the financial page of the website.
Police report
There were three crimes reported in May; a vehicle crime, criminal damage and an attempted residential burglary. At the time of writing, no police report has been received for June or July.
Next Parish Council Meeting
The next meeting will be on Monday 7 September 2020. This is likely to be via the Zoom platform and details of how to 'attend' the meeting will be posted on our website and the noticeboards with the agenda. If you wish to be sent an agenda you should sign up to our mailing list at https://www.hotonparishcouncil.org.uk/emailing-lists.html . Residents are always welcome at our meetings; time is allocated for your questions or comments. » Less
Posted: Fri, 07 Aug 2020 07:52 by The Parish Clerk
Hoton Parish Council News May 2020
Meetings
The ban on public gatherings led to new legislation allowing parish councils to meet 'remotely' and on 4th May Hoton Parish Council's first ever 'virtual' meeting was successfully held via the Zoom platform, when councillors were joined by members of the public and the county councillor. Meetings will be held in this format until rules on social distancing allow face-to-face meetings. You do not need access to the internet to 'attend' as it is possible to join by telephone. More »
The new legislation did not cover the annual parish meeting and this was postponed until gatherings of more than two people are permitted.
Neighbourhood Plan
We are pleased to report that Charnwood Borough Council have issued a decision statement that the Wolds Villages Neighbourhood Plan may proceed to referendum. Unfortunately, the current 'lockdown' will prevent any referendum taking place in the near future, but this does mean that the plan can be given significant weight in decision-making when planning applications are determined. The referendum version of the plan will be available to view on our website in due course.
Closure of the play equipment and tennis courts
The government has required, by law, that communal places within parks, such as playgrounds and tennis courts are closed to the public. This is to reduce social contact and because coronavirus (Covid-19) survives on surfaces. Please do not allow your child(ren) to use the play equipment at Hoton Playing Field.
The open spaces within Hoton Playing Field remain open for your daily exercise, but please adhere to the government's social-distancing guidelines.
Telephone kiosk
The book share in the telephone kiosk has also been put out of bounds to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Visiting the kiosk is not an essential journey.
Coronavirus information
The parish council website has a page dedicated to coronavirus information, including how to access help from the village support group. Go to https://www.hotonparishcouncil.org.uk/coronavirus-covid-19-support-and.html
Garden waste and bonfires
Please be considerate and respect the needs of others and avoid burning garden waste if possible. People with respiratory problems are extremely vulnerable to the effect of smoke inhalation and requiring treatment for this puts them at risk of exposure to Covid-19. In addition, many residents are spending more time at home and the nuisance from bonfire smoke may prevent them from spending time in their gardens, which may be the only place where they can get exercise, relax or enjoy some fresh air.
The brown bin collections of garden waste have started again on a four-weekly cycle (the next is on Monday 18th May) and some of the County Council tips will open on the same day – the nearest ones to Hoton will be those at Mountsorrel and Melton Mowbray.
Councillor vacancies
We have two vacancies for seats on the parish council so, if you would also like to be a 'voice' for your community, please do think about taking on this rewarding role. Contact the clerk or speak to one of the current councillors if you are interested; further details of what is involved can be found on our website.
Police report
There were no crimes reported in either March or April.
Next Parish Council Meeting
The date of the next meeting has not been set but details will be posted on the website at least three days in advance of the meeting. If you wish to be sent an agenda you should sign up to our mailing list at https://www.hotonparishcouncil.org.uk/emailing-lists.html . Residents are always welcome at our meetings; time is allocated for your questions or comments. » Less
Posted: Sat, 09 May 2020 13:31 by The Parish Clerk
