Millom Town Council
Millom Town Council was formed in 1974 when the parish boundaries changed from Cumberland.
Minutes of a meeting of Millom Town Council held on Wednesday 23rd February 2022 at 07:30 PM in the Town Council Offices
Cllr R Peter (in the Chair), Cllr R Kelly, Cllr B Crellin, Cllr G Brace, Cllr S Faulkner, Cllr J Brown, Cllr D Billing, Cllr T Dixon, Cath Jopson (Town Clerk) and RFO/Assistant Clerk Liz North
Prior to the start of the meeting Mayor Cllr Peter introduced the new councillor Tim Lees to the council and hoped that he would enjoy his time as a Town Councillor.
Apologies were received from Cllrs R Pattinson, A Dixon and G McGrath.
No members of the press or public were in attendance.
The following Mayor’s announcement had been circulated to all councillors for their information:
“I was most sorry to see the departure of Jenn Jakubowski and Simon Donnelly. They both put a huge amount of work into the new park in conjunction with less than one term, achieved a great deal for the town. I would like to thank them both.
However, it is my great pleasure to welcome our new Councillor, Tim Lees and I hope that he has a happy and productive time at MTC.
As you all know, we have a meeting on April 1st with our local MP which is focusing on connectivity for this area both physically and digitally. I would be most grateful if Cllrs give this thought in the meantime in order that the meeting is as effective as possible.
Finally, we have at last started repairs to Church Walk which have been needed for some years. I would like you to know that I was congratulated by a random member of the public for this work in particular.”
The clerk reported that all the office actions had been completed.
A draft copy of the minutes had been circulated to all councillors for their perusal and amendment if required. Following the circulation, it was proposed by Cllr B Kelly, seconded by Cllr T Dixon and agreed that the minutes be signed accordingly as a true and correct record.
Mr Simon Donnelly had attended the meeting to ask if the council would back a celebration picnic in the park for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in the Millom Park on 4th June 2022. Cllr R Peter proposed that the town council support this as long as all risk assessments and insurance be completed prior to the event. This was seconded by Cllr G Brace.
Action: Clerk to be in contact with Mr Donnelly prior to the celebration taking place.
Following contact with the local CCC representatives, they stated that they had nothing to report this month.
As Cllr McGrath had given his apologies, no updates were received from CBC.
The Clerk’s report had been circulated in the working papers; an additional report was circulated to the councillors who attended the meeting.
The clerk asked permission from the council to arrange for a weeping wall of poppies on the Clock Tower to celebrate this year’s Armistice Day. Approval had already been given from the owners of the Clock Tower. Approval/support was unanimously given to the clerk to go ahead with the project.
Action: Clerk to arrange weeping wall and volunteers.
Millom Striders information had been circulated prior to the meeting seeking councillors’ comments for them holding a Lighthouse 10k Run.
Action: Clerk to inform Millom Striders that the council wishes them all the best for this event.
Cllr Faulkner proposed that the Standing Orders be suspended to raise the issue of concern regarding the resignation of councillors. Cllr R Kelly seconded this.
A short discussion noted that the council may be sidelined by the Town Fund Bid and that there’s perhaps a lack of awareness about the councillor role. Council agreed it needed to improve its standing relationship with the town. Council should not compete with but work in parallel with community organizations such as Around the Combe and social media groups. A new committee/working party to be considered when the new mayoral year starts.
Action: Clerk to put this item on the agenda after the new mayoral year begins.
Cllr Faulkner suggested participation in the Great British Spring Clean. Due to the cost, the town council will arrange it independently. Proposed timing: March.
Action: Cllr Faulkner to inform the clerk of the date. Clerk to advertise and make posters accordingly.
Following amendments from the January meeting, the mayor signed updated versions of:
Cllr Kelly reported attending a key meeting regarding four main project areas: Heritage, Civic, Swimming Pool/Leisure, and Connectivity.
Action: Clerk to contact Chair of the board to request a presentation/update to the council.
Actions: Clerk to chase quotations from HMP. Cllr Billing to liaise on MTC comments.
Feedback from meeting on 7th February was positive. Quick win projects identified:
Action: Clerk to look into project manager costs for Haverigg feasibility study.
Action: Clerk to write to CBC.
Actions: Clerk to look into vehicular sign prices. Clerk to write to CAB and invite them to speak at a future meeting.
All correspondence received had been circulated by the clerk to councillors.
Applications received:
No objections noted.
Action: Clerk to inform CBC Planning of council comments.
Actions: RFO to arrange signatory update and payments. RFO to process £1000 donation.
Actions: Clerk to add Town Plan to agenda. Cllr Lees to gather website quotations.
There being no further business, the meeting closed at 8.55 PM
Signed: …………………………………….. (Mayor) Dated: 31st March 2022
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