AGM 2025
Cammeringham Parish Council
Minutes of Annual Meeting held at St Michael’s Church Wednesday 7 May 2025
Present: Chairman Mr J Lockwood, Councillors Beattie, Walter, Menzies and Clerk Mrs S Gregory.
There were 3 members of the public in attendance.
Apologies for absence: Councillor Deague
Election of the Chairman
Mr J Lockwood was nominated by Councillor Beattie, seconded by Councillor Menzies and unanimously agreed by all those present.
Minutes of last meeting
These were read and approved.
No Matters arising
Agenda Items
Accounts/Annual Governance and Accountability Return/Certificate of Exemption Approval.
The end of year accounts were approved by the Council. The Annual Governance and Accountability Return 2024/25 was discussed and Certificate of Exemption agreed. Clerk to action.
WLDC Infrastructure Levy
The Parish has been awarded a share of receipts collected between 1 October 2022 and 31 March 2024 from the planning approval and sale of three new properties in the village totaling £3200. These funds may be spent within the next 5 years on infrastructure items which can be provided or maintained by the Parish Council. The Clerk provided details of the funds spent to date.
Fly Tipping
The Chairman confirmed that the recent fly tipping incident in a field at the south of the village had been dealt with. This issue prompted further discussion on any deterrents other than signage that could be put in place. It was pointed out that this was the first incident in that area for some time.
Litter Pick
The Chairman reported that it had been a great success with a very good turnout and thanked all those who had taken part. Councillor Beattie added that he had reported the health and safety issues of the area at the end of the A15 layby which had been impossible to clear and had been advised a team would be sent to clear it up.
Speed Reduction update
Councillor Menzies stated that the speed reduction cameras where having the desired effect and the Clerk confirmed that no issues had been raised by local residents.
WhatsApp Group
The WhatsApp Group numbers have only increased slightly from 35 to 38 members. The Clerk confirmed that there is a notice on the notice board inviting residents to join. The Chairman suggested more effort should be made to encourage residents to join.
. Village Hall Update
The Chairman confirmed that a payment of £200 had recently been made to support the Village Hall.
Mrs Thornhill confirmed that she was happy to continue as the village’s representative on the committee and informed that VE Day Celebrations would take place at the Hall on May 10 2025.
Village Venture
Mr Judge reported that Village Venture was operating well but a volunteer was still required to undertake the distribution round to the Villages.
Solar Farms – West Burton, Cottam, Tillbridge, Gate Burton
Information on the current situation on all the local Solar Farms was circulated by the Clerk and no further action is required at present.
Other Village Issues
The possibility of having a water supply to the church was considered to be too expensive at present, but will be looked into further by the Chairman.
Councillor Walter confirmed that the Parish Water Boiler had now arrived and was available for use.
Next meeting 6 pm Tuesday 2 September 2025
Annual Parish Meeting 19 May 2026.