A monthly newsletter following the Parish Council meeting in December
Parish Precept 2019 / 2020
The Parish Council has undertaken to maintain the charge for a Band D house at the same level as last year, which followed the local referendum to increase the precept to fund work on a new village hall. The precept has therefore been set at £35.82 for a Band D house for the 2019 / 20 financial year.
Dog Fouling
We are still receiving new complaints regarding irresponsible dog owners allowing their pets to foul in public places, without clearing up after them. The Parish Council is forwarding complaints to South Derbyshire District Council and would ask that local residents also send any complaints direct to the District Council, who have the power to enforce the legal requirements. We would particularly ask dog owners to follow the rules regarding dogs on The Mitre Field,as this is a much used children’s play area. The Mitre Field is subject to a Public Spaces Protection Order which means that dogs are not allowed on The Mitre Field.
Further information can be obtained from Environmental Health, South Derbyshire District Council: Telephone: 01283 595795 or by email environmental.health@south-derbys.gov.uk
Adverse Weather
The grit bins around the village have now been replenished and a reminder that the most up to date information regarding the weather, gritting activity, road and school closures can be found at www.derbyshire.gov.uk
Grit bins are located on Springfield Road, The Pastures, Monsom Lane outside the Burial Ground, Monsom Lane at the junction of Milton Road, Burdett Way at the junction with Milton Road, Hill View and Red Hill Lane. The grit provided is for use on the public roads and pavements and we would please ask that it is not taken for personal use. Many thanks.
Footpaths & Overhanging Trees
As the days are now extremely short it is important that we benefit from the street lights as much as possible. When walking around the village Councillors have noted that some streetlights are being obscured by the shrubs and trees of neighbouring properties. Please could you check if this applies to your property and, if so, please could you cut back the greenery to allow the maximum amount of light to be displayed. Many thanks.
Next meeting: Monday 14th January 2019 in The Community Room, Fisher Close, Repton at 7.30pm. All are welcome.
Susan Reilly, Clerk to the Council