The village of Benenden in Kent

Present: Cllrs Bailey, Beattie, Blockley, Clarke, Hagens, Kellett, Lake, Reynolds & Clerk
TWBC SH, TWBC SH & some 10 members of the public

1. Election of Chairman
Vice Chairman MK nominated DB. Proposed by JH Seconded by RL PC unanimously resolved to accept DB as the Chairman.
DB signed the declaration of office, witnessed by the Clerk

2. Election of Vice-Chair
Chairman DB nominated MK. Proposed by PB Seconded by GR
PC unanimously resolved to accept MK as the Vice-Chairman.
MK signed the declaration of office, witnessed by the Clerk

3. Apologies
JH – business

4. Councillor Representatives for Working Groups & Members Registers 12/13
PC resolved to dissolve the "New Benenden Primary School" working party as KCC has now submitted a planning application for the proposed new school.
FGP&G – Only 4 members required. JC stood down.
KALC Area – RL replaced by JB PC Resolved

Clerk gave out Members Registers and reminded cllrs to add any changes and return within 14 days in order to submit to TWBC within 28 days. PC Action

5. Declarations of Interest
None

6. Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Council held on 19 March 2012 PC resolved to accept the minutes. Chairman DB signed the confirmed minutes as a true record. PC Resolved

7. Minutes of the Planning Meetings held on 5 April, 19 April & 3 May 2012
PC resolved to accept the Planning Meeting minutes. Chairman DB signed the confirmed minutes as a true record. PC Resolved

8. Minutes of the Annual Parish Meeting held on 1 May 2012
PC noted the APM minutes as a true record. PC Noted

9. Matters Arising
None

10. Subscriptions & Donations S137 & S143 12/13
Chairman DB explained donations are made to organisations & groups which benefit the community of Benenden. Occasionally donations are made to less localised groups when suggested by councillors.
PC resolved to continue subscription [s143] to KPFA, CPRE, KALC, ACRK & Clerk & Councils for 12/13
Following discussion PB proposed a 5% increase to all donations [s137] for 12/13.
Seconded by MK. Chairman DB asked for a show of hands. 7 – for 1 – abstain JB
JB outlined concern that the budget allocated for 12/13 would be nearly used within the first quarter of the year. Clerk advised the budget could be reviewed as the S137 expenditure limit of £6.80 per elector would allow further expenditure in 12/13 if required.
JB proposed delaying a donation to Help the Heroes as this is a national charity and not of local benefit. Chairman DB asked for a show of hands. 7 – for 1 – abstain JB.
PC Resolved
Grants Policy – JB withdrew this item before the meeting. PC Noted

11. Benenden Primary School
GR reported no further governors meeting had taken place since PC last met. KCC must determine the planning application by 31 July 2012. Chairman DB confirmed a hardcopy plan had been received and encouraged all PC to view the documents. Chairman DB proposed a public meeting be held to offer the opportunity for parishioners to view and comment on the application. Friday 8th June BVH at 7.30pm. PC Resolved
Clerk confirmed she had spoken to KCC Julian Moat who had granted PC an extension of time to formulate a full comment, on the planning application, following Full PC Meeting on 18 June 2012.

12. Benenden Jubilee Celebrations Chairman DB confirmed activities were well under way to being finalised. Offers of help needed for the exhibition in the hall on Sat/Sun – sell mugs, History of Benenden books;
Beacon Lighting – risk assessment identified stewards required; GR to light the beacon; please support the planting of the oak.
Chairman DB thanked the Jubilee Team for the wonderful time and work put in to produce a weekend of events. PC Action

13. Training & Development
Clerk confirmed she would attend KALC Clerks Conference on 25th May 2012.

14. Local Consultations
AH Group to look at TWBC Empty Homes Policy 2012-17 and comment by 03 Jun 2012
AHG Action
15. Planning Report Notes from Public Meeting on TW/12/00997/FUL/GM2
Chairman DB signed the notes as a true record.
TWBC Applications – PC Recommendations RL outlined the applications requiring consideration:
TW/12/00997 – Installation of an 11kw GAIA wind turbine.
JC – visited the turbine at Maytham Farm in AONB, barely audible noise and no vibration
JB – similar views to JC but I know if it were at the end of my garden I would oppose it, the field it was sited in is a large open space
EB – TWBC David Scully & Gary Mickelborough have assisted with this application. Ecology report identified a problem with bats. New site proposed 75mts NE. TWBC GM has confirmed no 2nd application required. New decibel levels and distances identified. Siting it in the middle of the field negates bats but now very visual. GR – happier with the alternative site but for the little it is generating it doesn’t warrant being in the AONB; prefer to see it further away from properties
MK – strength of feeling for those that live around it has been made clear. PC represent the people of Benenden. Mr Barham lives in Rolvenden. If this 1st turbine is granted it could set a precedent and they could pop up all over the AONB.
PB – public meeting was fairly heated with strong views, genuine planning reasons for objection are few and there is no available guidance from TWBC on turbines. EAPC call in.
JH – I reiterate MK. Although I was surprised how quiet it was I support the residents.
DB – nothing further to add. Once it is there the turbine moves 24hrs per day and I AONB has to be protected. A first application for TWBC. JH although not present feels strongly against it and is concerned that with age the turbine will become noisy. If it is maintained will this be an issue? EAPC call in.
TWBC FR asked for more information on the graphs on wind speed relating to possible power generated.
TD confirmed he produced graphs.
TWBC SH advised he is now the Chairman of EAPC and would call in the application.

Chairman DB asked for a show of hands in support of TW/12/00997.
2 – APPROVE [GR on alternative site only]
1 – Abstain [MK]
5 – NEUTRAL with EAPC Call In PC Resolved

TW/12/1094 – Mafeking Site visit made, not obtrusive – APPROVAL
TW/12/01150 – The Grange JH met with Tree Surgeon on site – APPROVAL
TW12/01100 – Wealden Heights Site visit, set well within plot; planted hedge to screen; no lighting wanted; revised plan re fencing received today but no documentation - APPROVAL
TW/12/01187 – Fridays of Cranbrook – no comment as still awaiting plans
TW/12/01204 – Part OS, Plot 8954 Site visit made, retain hard standing – APPROVAL
PC Resolved

TWBC Decisions Report RL outlined the previously circulated TWBC Decisions report. PC Noted

16. Financial Report
[i] Monthly Finance Report
Payments made on Parish Council’s behalf since 14 Mar 2012
Income
TWBC 1st 50% Precept 2012/13 11500.00
HMT SO – Clerk Mar 12 salary 100.00
BK Interest 10.49
HMT SO – Clerk Apr 12 salary 100.00 TOTAL 11710.49
Outgoings
Chq No Supplier
D/D Waitrose.com – Broadband Apr 2012 18.99
612 Stationery Express – office ink 22.27
613 IGPT – Hall hire 20 Feb 12 9.00
614 M English – Public Toilets Clean Mar 2012 + supplies 190.78
615 B Sullivan – Mar 12 salary 981.26 + postage 4.99 986.25
616 Post Office Ltd – Tax/N.I BS 1Jan-31Mar 12 402.79
617 TWBC Business Rates 12/13 Public Toilets 279.38
618 Ben Memorial Hall Hire 16 Jan 12, 19 Mar 12 18.00
619 Stationery Express – copies; file & ring binder 13.33
620 BT Payment Services – Office Phone 82.15
621 M English – Public Toilets Clean Apr 2012 182.00
622 B Sullivan – AA 12 rfshmts 104.11, WA & Pages 118.40, Helper 20. 242.51
623 B Sullivan – Apr 12 salary 658.11, post 6, TD Gift 15.98 680.09
624 SE Water – fresh water rates 26/10/11-26/4/12 94.88
D/D Waitrose.com – Broadband May 2012 18.99
TOTAL 3241.41
After all cheques cleared
Clerk confirmed D/A held £500 & C/A £27735.67

Reconciled with Bank Statement 30 April 2012 Balance: £29052.79
Uncleared cheques Total: -£1317.12
Balance in D/A £27735.67

PC resolved to accept the monthly report prepared by the Clerk/RFO PC Resolved
Clerk advised TWBC had recently paid £85 festive lights grant 11/12 and £1095
celebration grant towards Jubilee expenses 12/13. PC Noted

[ii] Adoption of BPC Accounts 11/12
Clerk identified a change. Move £101 from Subs & Dons to Admin & Training. PC Noted. PC resolved to accept the accounts for 11/12. DB & Clerk signed accounts. PC Resolved

[iii] Audit Commission: Annual Return 11/12
Clerk advised BPC were selected to have a standard Audit for year 11/12
Chairman DB and Clerk signed section 1 & 2 of the Annual Audit Return. Clerk Action

Clerk advised Littlejohn LLP has been selected by the Audit Commission to carry out BPC Annual Audit for 5 yrs from 2013. PC Noted

17. Correspondence Report Clerk spoke on the previously circulated 03/04 & 04/05 Monthly Reports.
A free Town & Village Green Roadshow event Fri 13th July – 2 places per PC. No action.
Bus stops – further input required by KCC. PC needs to advise individual post issues.
Do we have to have them in a conservation area? Check Hospital Area; no consultation with PC; include KCC RM in our response to KCC Transport Section. PC Action

Closed meeting at 9.23pm

Opened meeting to members of the public.

TWBC SH advised he had been successfully re-elected. TWBC has changed. A new leader will be announced at the forthcoming Mayors Making – David Jukes deputy leader presently. Determined to continue to reshape council and turn attention to the rural areas.
TWBC FR agreed David Jukes would be a good alternative to Bob Atwood. FR is now the Chairman of Cranbrook PC. Chairman DB wished him success.

AM – TW/12/00997 Will comment time be extended as the location has changed? KCC/TW/0151/12 – School Planning Application needs extending as states 10 June 12

MF – enquired when BPC will make a collective representation.

DB – explained the procedure of the open meeting to be held on 8 June 2012 and confirmed BPC will make a recommendation at Full Council on 18 June 2012.
RL – It is unfair to expect all comments to be made on-line.
DB – We must make residents aware they can write in also.
No further comments DB thanked everybody for attending. The meeting closed at 9.37pm

Note: These minutes are not intended to provide a verbatim record of the meeting and contain only a summary of those matters discussed.

Date of Next Meeting: Monday 18 June 2012 at 8pm
Memorial Hall, Benenden

HARMSWORTH MEMORIAL TRUST

The Annual Meeting of Harmsworth Memorial Trust held on
Monday 21st May 2012 in the Pavilion, Iden Green

Present: Cllrs Bailey, Beattie, Blockley, Clarke, Hagens, Kellett, Lake, Reynolds & Clerk

246 Note of Chairman Election
PC Minute No: 1 12/13 – It was resolved to elect Cllr DB as PC Chairman, her duties include Chairman of Harmsworth Memorial Trust. HT Noted

247 Apologies
JHem - business

248 Minutes
The minutes of the ordinary meeting of Harmsworth Memorial Trust held on 19th March 2012 were confirmed and signed by the Chairman DB. HMT resolved to accept the minutes as a true record. HMT Resolved

249 Matters Arising
None

250 Benenden Village Hall
BVHMC Chairman JC reported vandals had climbed the pillars onto the roof of BVH resulting in approx 46 tiles breaking. Cranbrook Roofing promptly repaired the damage and advised further cracked tiles may result during colder months. Cost £200 approx. Kent Policeman Tim Moody had visited BVH and recommended the use of Prikka Strips. BVHMC to purchase strips. HMT Noted

251 Finance Report
[i] Monthly Finance Report
Payments made on Harmsworth Memorial Trust’s behalf since 14 Mar 2012
Income
St Georges Mar 12 rent 158.33
BVH Mar 12 wages 537.80
BK Bank Interest 4.27
St Georges Apr 12 rent 158.33
BVH Insurance Premium 2012/13 1682.04
BVH Apr 12 wages 537.80
TOTAL 3078.57
Outgoings
Chq No Supplier
D/D Aviva – Insurance Mar 12 390.36
177 PP Estates Ltd – oil for mower 7.01
178 G Reynolds – hedge cut I/G rec ground 36.00
179 D Dalrymple – Sal Mar 12 556.53 + strimmer fuel 14.00 570.53
SO Rate Account – BS clerk Mar 12 100.00
180 T Otway – St Georges pillar repair 120.00
181 TWBC – business rates Ben Pre School 233.58
D/D Aviva – Insurance Apr 12 389.36
182 D Dalrymple – Sal Apr 12 472.80 + telephone bill 52.70 525.50
183 SE Water – water rates Pre School + St Georges Flat 43.41
SO Rate Account – BS clerk Apr 12 100.00 TOTAL 2515.75
After all cheques cleared
Clerk confirmed D/A held £500 & C/A £12,018.92

Reconciled with Bank Statement 30 Apr 2012 Balance: £12,587.83
Uncleared cheques Total: -£568.91
Balance in D/A £12,018.92

HT A/C NO 2 Bank Statement 31 Mar 2012 £1039.29
Opening Balance 1038.80
Bank Interest .49
Balance in No 2 A/C 1039.29

HT resolved to accept the monthly report prepared by the Clerk/RFO HT Resolved

[ii] Adoption of HMT & BVH Accounts 11/12
HT resolved to accept the final accounts for 11/12. Chairman DB & Clerk signed the
HT accounts. BVH final accounts 11/12 signed by JC & Michael Patrick. Tom
Dawlings signed all accounts previously. HT Resolved

252 Correspondence
Clerk advised caretaker had reported the fresh water supply smells when it is boiled. Clerk called South East Water who will carry out a water inspection. Liaise with DD.

There being no further business the meeting closed at 10.05pm

Note: These minutes are not intended to provide a verbatim record of the meeting and contain only a summary of those matters discussed.

Date of Next Meeting: Monday 18 June 2012
At: Memorial Hall, Benenden
Immediately after the Parish Council meeting

		The Minutes of the Annual Meeting of the Council held on Monday 21st May 2012 In The Pavilion, Iden Green (including Harmsworth Trust minutes) Click for minutes for ordinary meeting March 2012 These notes are abstracted from the original minutes-for the full and proper copy please contact the Parish Clerk
		Present: Cllrs Bailey, Beattie, Blockley, Clarke, Hagens, Kellett, Lake, Reynolds & Clerk TWBC SH, TWBC SH & some 10 members of the public 1. Election of Chairman Vice Chairman MK nominated DB. Proposed by JH Seconded by RL PC unanimously resolved to accept DB as the Chairman. DB signed the declaration of office, witnessed by the Clerk 2. Election of Vice-Chair Chairman DB nominated MK. Proposed by PB Seconded by GR PC unanimously resolved to accept MK as the Vice-Chairman. MK signed the declaration of office, witnessed by the Clerk 3. Apologies JH – business 4. Councillor Representatives for Working Groups & Members Registers 12/13 PC resolved to dissolve the "New Benenden Primary School" working party as KCC has now submitted a planning application for the proposed new school. FGP&G – Only 4 members required. JC stood down. KALC Area – RL replaced by JB PC Resolved Clerk gave out Members Registers and reminded cllrs to add any changes and return within 14 days in order to submit to TWBC within 28 days. PC Action 5. Declarations of Interest None 6. Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Council held on 19 March 2012 PC resolved to accept the minutes. Chairman DB signed the confirmed minutes as a true record. PC Resolved 7. Minutes of the Planning Meetings held on 5 April, 19 April & 3 May 2012 PC resolved to accept the Planning Meeting minutes. Chairman DB signed the confirmed minutes as a true record. PC Resolved 8. Minutes of the Annual Parish Meeting held on 1 May 2012 PC noted the APM minutes as a true record. PC Noted 9. Matters Arising None 10. Subscriptions & Donations S137 & S143 12/13 Chairman DB explained donations are made to organisations & groups which benefit the community of Benenden. Occasionally donations are made to less localised groups when suggested by councillors. PC resolved to continue subscription [s143] to KPFA, CPRE, KALC, ACRK & Clerk & Councils for 12/13 Following discussion PB proposed a 5% increase to all donations [s137] for 12/13. Seconded by MK. Chairman DB asked for a show of hands. 7 – for 1 – abstain JB JB outlined concern that the budget allocated for 12/13 would be nearly used within the first quarter of the year. Clerk advised the budget could be reviewed as the S137 expenditure limit of £6.80 per elector would allow further expenditure in 12/13 if required. JB proposed delaying a donation to Help the Heroes as this is a national charity and not of local benefit. Chairman DB asked for a show of hands. 7 – for 1 – abstain JB. PC Resolved Grants Policy – JB withdrew this item before the meeting. PC Noted 11. Benenden Primary School GR reported no further governors meeting had taken place since PC last met. KCC must determine the planning application by 31 July 2012. Chairman DB confirmed a hardcopy plan had been received and encouraged all PC to view the documents. Chairman DB proposed a public meeting be held to offer the opportunity for parishioners to view and comment on the application. Friday 8th June BVH at 7.30pm. PC Resolved Clerk confirmed she had spoken to KCC Julian Moat who had granted PC an extension of time to formulate a full comment, on the planning application, following Full PC Meeting on 18 June 2012. 12. Benenden Jubilee Celebrations Chairman DB confirmed activities were well under way to being finalised. Offers of help needed for the exhibition in the hall on Sat/Sun – sell mugs, History of Benenden books; Beacon Lighting – risk assessment identified stewards required; GR to light the beacon; please support the planting of the oak. Chairman DB thanked the Jubilee Team for the wonderful time and work put in to produce a weekend of events. PC Action 13. Training & Development Clerk confirmed she would attend KALC Clerks Conference on 25th May 2012. 14. Local Consultations AH Group to look at TWBC Empty Homes Policy 2012-17 and comment by 03 Jun 2012 AHG Action 15. Planning Report Notes from Public Meeting on TW/12/00997/FUL/GM2 Chairman DB signed the notes as a true record. TWBC Applications – PC Recommendations RL outlined the applications requiring consideration: TW/12/00997 – Installation of an 11kw GAIA wind turbine. JC – visited the turbine at Maytham Farm in AONB, barely audible noise and no vibration JB – similar views to JC but I know if it were at the end of my garden I would oppose it, the field it was sited in is a large open space EB – TWBC David Scully & Gary Mickelborough have assisted with this application. Ecology report identified a problem with bats. New site proposed 75mts NE. TWBC GM has confirmed no 2nd application required. New decibel levels and distances identified. Siting it in the middle of the field negates bats but now very visual. GR – happier with the alternative site but for the little it is generating it doesn’t warrant being in the AONB; prefer to see it further away from properties MK – strength of feeling for those that live around it has been made clear. PC represent the people of Benenden. Mr Barham lives in Rolvenden. If this 1st turbine is granted it could set a precedent and they could pop up all over the AONB. PB – public meeting was fairly heated with strong views, genuine planning reasons for objection are few and there is no available guidance from TWBC on turbines. EAPC call in. JH – I reiterate MK. Although I was surprised how quiet it was I support the residents. DB – nothing further to add. Once it is there the turbine moves 24hrs per day and I AONB has to be protected. A first application for TWBC. JH although not present feels strongly against it and is concerned that with age the turbine will become noisy. If it is maintained will this be an issue? EAPC call in. TWBC FR asked for more information on the graphs on wind speed relating to possible power generated. TD confirmed he produced graphs. TWBC SH advised he is now the Chairman of EAPC and would call in the application. Chairman DB asked for a show of hands in support of TW/12/00997. 2 – APPROVE [GR on alternative site only] 1 – Abstain [MK] 5 – NEUTRAL with EAPC Call In PC Resolved TW/12/1094 – Mafeking Site visit made, not obtrusive – APPROVAL TW/12/01150 – The Grange JH met with Tree Surgeon on site – APPROVAL TW12/01100 – Wealden Heights Site visit, set well within plot; planted hedge to screen; no lighting wanted; revised plan re fencing received today but no documentation - APPROVAL TW/12/01187 – Fridays of Cranbrook – no comment as still awaiting plans TW/12/01204 – Part OS, Plot 8954 Site visit made, retain hard standing – APPROVAL PC Resolved TWBC Decisions Report RL outlined the previously circulated TWBC Decisions report. PC Noted 16. Financial Report [i] Monthly Finance Report Payments made on Parish Council’s behalf since 14 Mar 2012 Income TWBC 1st 50% Precept 2012/13 11500.00 HMT SO – Clerk Mar 12 salary 100.00 BK Interest 10.49 HMT SO – Clerk Apr 12 salary 100.00 TOTAL 11710.49 Outgoings Chq No Supplier D/D Waitrose.com – Broadband Apr 2012 18.99 612 Stationery Express – office ink 22.27 613 IGPT – Hall hire 20 Feb 12 9.00 614 M English – Public Toilets Clean Mar 2012 + supplies 190.78 615 B Sullivan – Mar 12 salary 981.26 + postage 4.99 986.25 616 Post Office Ltd – Tax/N.I BS 1Jan-31Mar 12 402.79 617 TWBC Business Rates 12/13 Public Toilets 279.38 618 Ben Memorial Hall Hire 16 Jan 12, 19 Mar 12 18.00 619 Stationery Express – copies; file & ring binder 13.33 620 BT Payment Services – Office Phone 82.15 621 M English – Public Toilets Clean Apr 2012 182.00 622 B Sullivan – AA 12 rfshmts 104.11, WA & Pages 118.40, Helper 20. 242.51 623 B Sullivan – Apr 12 salary 658.11, post 6, TD Gift 15.98 680.09 624 SE Water – fresh water rates 26/10/11-26/4/12 94.88 D/D Waitrose.com – Broadband May 2012 18.99 TOTAL 3241.41 After all cheques cleared Clerk confirmed D/A held £500 & C/A £27735.67 Reconciled with Bank Statement 30 April 2012 Balance: £29052.79 Uncleared cheques Total: -£1317.12 Balance in D/A £27735.67 PC resolved to accept the monthly report prepared by the Clerk/RFO PC Resolved Clerk advised TWBC had recently paid £85 festive lights grant 11/12 and £1095 celebration grant towards Jubilee expenses 12/13. PC Noted [ii] Adoption of BPC Accounts 11/12 Clerk identified a change. Move £101 from Subs & Dons to Admin & Training. PC Noted. PC resolved to accept the accounts for 11/12. DB & Clerk signed accounts. PC Resolved [iii] Audit Commission: Annual Return 11/12 Clerk advised BPC were selected to have a standard Audit for year 11/12 Chairman DB and Clerk signed section 1 & 2 of the Annual Audit Return. Clerk Action Clerk advised Littlejohn LLP has been selected by the Audit Commission to carry out BPC Annual Audit for 5 yrs from 2013. PC Noted 17. Correspondence Report Clerk spoke on the previously circulated 03/04 & 04/05 Monthly Reports. A free Town & Village Green Roadshow event Fri 13th July – 2 places per PC. No action. Bus stops – further input required by KCC. PC needs to advise individual post issues. Do we have to have them in a conservation area? Check Hospital Area; no consultation with PC; include KCC RM in our response to KCC Transport Section. PC Action Closed meeting at 9.23pm Opened meeting to members of the public. TWBC SH advised he had been successfully re-elected. TWBC has changed. A new leader will be announced at the forthcoming Mayors Making – David Jukes deputy leader presently. Determined to continue to reshape council and turn attention to the rural areas. TWBC FR agreed David Jukes would be a good alternative to Bob Atwood. FR is now the Chairman of Cranbrook PC. Chairman DB wished him success. AM – TW/12/00997 Will comment time be extended as the location has changed? KCC/TW/0151/12 – School Planning Application needs extending as states 10 June 12 MF – enquired when BPC will make a collective representation. DB – explained the procedure of the open meeting to be held on 8 June 2012 and confirmed BPC will make a recommendation at Full Council on 18 June 2012. RL – It is unfair to expect all comments to be made on-line. DB – We must make residents aware they can write in also. No further comments DB thanked everybody for attending. The meeting closed at 9.37pm Note: These minutes are not intended to provide a verbatim record of the meeting and contain only a summary of those matters discussed. Date of Next Meeting: Monday 18 June 2012 at 8pm Memorial Hall, Benenden HARMSWORTH MEMORIAL TRUST The Annual Meeting of Harmsworth Memorial Trust held on Monday 21st May 2012 in the Pavilion, Iden Green Present: Cllrs Bailey, Beattie, Blockley, Clarke, Hagens, Kellett, Lake, Reynolds & Clerk 246 Note of Chairman Election PC Minute No: 1 12/13 – It was resolved to elect Cllr DB as PC Chairman, her duties include Chairman of Harmsworth Memorial Trust. HT Noted 247 Apologies JHem - business 248 Minutes The minutes of the ordinary meeting of Harmsworth Memorial Trust held on 19th March 2012 were confirmed and signed by the Chairman DB. HMT resolved to accept the minutes as a true record. HMT Resolved 249 Matters Arising None 250 Benenden Village Hall BVHMC Chairman JC reported vandals had climbed the pillars onto the roof of BVH resulting in approx 46 tiles breaking. Cranbrook Roofing promptly repaired the damage and advised further cracked tiles may result during colder months. Cost £200 approx. Kent Policeman Tim Moody had visited BVH and recommended the use of Prikka Strips. BVHMC to purchase strips. HMT Noted 251 Finance Report [i] Monthly Finance Report Payments made on Harmsworth Memorial Trust’s behalf since 14 Mar 2012 Income St Georges Mar 12 rent 158.33 BVH Mar 12 wages 537.80 BK Bank Interest 4.27 St Georges Apr 12 rent 158.33 BVH Insurance Premium 2012/13 1682.04 BVH Apr 12 wages 537.80 TOTAL 3078.57 Outgoings Chq No Supplier D/D Aviva – Insurance Mar 12 390.36 177 PP Estates Ltd – oil for mower 7.01 178 G Reynolds – hedge cut I/G rec ground 36.00 179 D Dalrymple – Sal Mar 12 556.53 + strimmer fuel 14.00 570.53 SO Rate Account – BS clerk Mar 12 100.00 180 T Otway – St Georges pillar repair 120.00 181 TWBC – business rates Ben Pre School 233.58 D/D Aviva – Insurance Apr 12 389.36 182 D Dalrymple – Sal Apr 12 472.80 + telephone bill 52.70 525.50 183 SE Water – water rates Pre School + St Georges Flat 43.41 SO Rate Account – BS clerk Apr 12 100.00 TOTAL 2515.75 After all cheques cleared Clerk confirmed D/A held £500 & C/A £12,018.92 Reconciled with Bank Statement 30 Apr 2012 Balance: £12,587.83 Uncleared cheques Total: -£568.91 Balance in D/A £12,018.92 HT A/C NO 2 Bank Statement 31 Mar 2012 £1039.29 Opening Balance 1038.80 Bank Interest .49 Balance in No 2 A/C 1039.29 HT resolved to accept the monthly report prepared by the Clerk/RFO HT Resolved [ii] Adoption of HMT & BVH Accounts 11/12 HT resolved to accept the final accounts for 11/12. Chairman DB & Clerk signed the HT accounts. BVH final accounts 11/12 signed by JC & Michael Patrick. Tom Dawlings signed all accounts previously. HT Resolved 252 Correspondence Clerk advised caretaker had reported the fresh water supply smells when it is boiled. Clerk called South East Water who will carry out a water inspection. Liaise with DD. There being no further business the meeting closed at 10.05pm Note: These minutes are not intended to provide a verbatim record of the meeting and contain only a summary of those matters discussed. Date of Next Meeting: Monday 18 June 2012 At: Memorial Hall, Benenden Immediately after the Parish Council meeting