Tuesday 14th October, 2008  
PRESENT:
Councillor T. Stephenson - Chairman
Councillor W. Beaumont
Councillor K. Brown
Councillor A. Davies
Councillor M. Flynn
Councillor P. Wahl

APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE:
Councillor D. Dennis
Councillor N. Eaton
Councillor G. Hughes
Councillor G. Roberts
Councillor M. Wright - Flintshire County Council

IN ATTENDANCE:
Mr. A. Roberts - Clerk to the Council

65/08 DECLARATION OF INTEREST
No Declaration of Interest were made.

66/08 MINUTES
RESOLVED:
That the minutes of the meeting held 9th September, 2008 were approved as a correct record.

67/08 HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE
The following matters were reported by members:-
*Brynford Hill - slip road to Old Chester Road is in need of cleaning.
*Pen-Y-Pyllau Hill - pot hole repairs required.
*Milwr Road - highway verge in need of rebuilding.
RESOLVED:
That the Clerk would report the above matters to the Highway Authority.

68/08 BRYNFORD FOOTBALL CLUB - LITTER CONTROL
Further to Minute No. 62/08(D) the Secretary of Brynford Football Club had written to the Council advising that the club had purchased 2 litter bins
for use by spectators on match days. In addition, after the match litter collections had been organised which he hoped would improve the appearance of the recreation ground.

69/08 HOLYWELL COTTAGE HOSPITAL - USE OF WARDS
In response to Minute No. 62/08(C) Mrs. S. Mewies AM had written to the Council advising that following investigations, she had been advised that the
hospital had been designed with additional capacity to allow for a phased increase in beds to support future models of care.

In common with all community hospitals, the operational capacity is flexed to meet demand and this has currently resulted in one of the two wards being fully operational.
RESOLVED:
That the information be received.

70/08 COMMUNITY POLICING - PARTNERSHIP WORKING MEETING
Inspector Kevin Steele, Territorial Inspector for North Flintshire had written to the Council advising that the above meeting would be held at Flint Town
Hall, 30th October, 2008 for 7.00 pm.
RESOLVED:
* That Councillor K. Brown and Councillor P. Wahl would attend.

*That the Clerk would request that the following item be placed on the agenda for discussion.

*Could the Inspector advise members of the Authority’s Current Policy on sustaining manning levels for Community Beat Managers and how any changes are   communicated to Councils.

*Members reported that there was a persistent problem with motor bikes being driven over the common.
RESOLVED:
That the Clerk would write to the Inspector on this matter.

71/08 PROVISION OF AMENITY AREA - CALCOED
The Clerk reported that he had attended a meeting with the Countryside Ranger, Rachael Watson regarding the above scheme which had been included on her winter work programme. Rachael had advised that the first phase of the work to clear the vegetation and remodel the ground levels would cost £1,000, and that the Grazier's Association had raised concerns in regard to the scheme requiring a Section 194 Application.

Members reported that they had considered this and it was felt that the scheme would improve grazing opportunities, not restrict access to common land, deal with the problem of fly tipping and much improve the appearance of this small part of common.
RESOLVED:
That the Council would fund the cost of £1,000.00 and give instruction to Rachael Watson to proceed with the scheme.

72/08 PROPOSED COMMONS CODE OF CONDUCT - HALKYN COMMON
Mrs. R. Watson, Countryside Ranger had written to the Council advising that she was developing a Code of Conduct for Halkyn Mountain Common and
had sent a model copy for member’s consideration.

Members reported that they fully supported the proposal but queried how the information would be displayed on the common and what enforcement action
could be taken.
RESOLVED:
That the Clerk would respond to Mrs. Watson.

73/08 FLINTSHIRE COUNTY FORUM - MONDAY 20th OCTOBER 2008
Mr. C. Everett, Chief Executive, Flintshire County Council had written to the Council inviting representatives to attend the above meeting.
RESOLVED:
That Councillor G. Hughes, Councillor K. Brown and the Clerk would attend.

74/08 COUNTRYSIDE AND RIGHT OF WAY ACT 2000 - FLINTSHIRE LOCAL ACCESS FORUM
The Secretary Mr. M. Davies of the above Forum had written to the Council advising that appointment of the fifteen members of the Forum will take
place later this year.

Mr. Davies further advised that should the Council nominate any person he would forward them an application form.
RESOLVED:
That Councillor W. Beaumont was nominated.

75/08 BRYNFORD VILLAGE GREEN - PROPOSED PROVISION OF BOUNDARY POST AND RAIL
The Clerk presented examples of timber rail systems that could be used to define the boundary and prohibit vehicles parking on the village green for Member’s consideration. Members agreed on a specification and design for which the Clerk would obtain costings.

76/08 REPRESENTATIVE’S REPORTS
Councillor W. Beaumont and Councillor K. Brown reported on the One Voice Wales meeting held at County Hall, Mold.

77/08 APPLICATIONS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
A) Halkyn Mountain Common Joint Consultative Board. Grant of £25 approved.

B) Urdd Gobaith Cymru. Grant of £25 approved.

C) Delyn Women’s Aid. Grant of £25 approved.

D) Hope House Children’s Hospices. Grant of £50 approved.

78/08 ACCOUNTS FOR PAYMENT
RESOLVED:
That the following accounts were approved:-

79/08 DURATION OF MEETING
The meeting commenced at 7.00 pm and closed at 8.40 pm.