Minutes
Gayton le Marsh Parish Meeting AGM 26 June 2025
Held Gayton le Marsh Village Hall 7.00pm
Present: R. Crust (Chairman), K. Robinson (Vice-Chairman), M. Henry (Parish Clerk), and P. Buckeridge (RFO). Guests Cllr B. Robinson (LCC), and Cllr T. Hesketh (ELDC). 16 Residents in total present.
1. Welcome: Parish Chairman welcomed those present at the Parish Meeting AGM. Also, a welcome to our new County Councillor and our District councillor.
2. Apologies: C. Morris, H. Mitchell, W. Mitchell, and R. Barr.
3. Approval of Minutes: Copies of the previous Parish Meeting minutes were supplied, and those present reminded that they can access all minutes, online via the Lincolnshire Parish Councils website. The minutes were approved by those present. Proposed by K. Robinson, seconded by, S. Hollingsworth.
Cllr Hesketh addressed the meeting, saying that it great news that the proposed Nuclear Waste Services (NWS), Geological Disposal Facility (GDF) site will not be going ahead. That the new executive of the newly elected Lincolnshire County Council voted to withdraw from the NWS community partnership. That due to the withdrawal NWS will not offering a grant to Withern Village Hall, as promised.
He also mentioned that there will be a celebration of this at, Great Carlton Village Hall, on 19 July. That Guardians of the East Coast (GOTEC) are assisting in this event, he encouraged people to attend this event. Cllr Hesketh informed the meeting the next big thing is the proposed Pylons, that National Grid will be holding meetings, that there may be the opportunity in monies/grants being available. That compensation of £2,000.00 may be available. That Speed Camera’s to be used on the South Reston straight.
Cllr Robinson introduced himself to the meeting. He informed the meeting that he was recently elected as the new (Reform UK) County Councillor for Saltfleet and the Cotes. That he is pleased to be representing his division. He stated that the executive members of the newly elected Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) listened to the concerns of the residents of Theddlethorpe, Gayton le Marsh and Great Carlton, that the executive withdrew from the NWS community partnership.
That Reform UK had kept their promise to withdraw from the community partnership. Cllr Robinson stated that the roadworks in New Lane is ongoing and hoped to be completed soon, (now completed). That he is Vice-Chairman of Highways and Transport scrutiny Committee. That LCC are looking at new ways in dealing with Roads and Speeding. Cllr Robinson stated he looked forward to serving the people in his division and attending Parish Meetings.
4. Matters Arising: The Parish Clerk informed the meeting of a missing manhole cover. This is by the roadside opposite Angus House. This was reported to LCC via fix my street. LCC states this asset is owned by Anglian Water. Update on this, Anglian Water has put in a manhole cover. Parish Clerk updated the meeting of a previous concern from a resident about SLOW road marking. This has been reported to LCC Highways via fix my street. Matter has been reviewed by LCC, and currently ongoing.
5. Chairman’s Report: The Chairman informed the meeting that it was good that the proposed NWS Geological Disposal Facility was not going ahead. That there are other ongoing matters, the proposed Carbon Capture site and Pylons. He thanked those who wrote letters and sent emails regarding the GDF. The Chairman advised villagers to look out for the planned consultations from National Grid in respect of the proposed Pylons route. If possible, to attend these and take part in the consultations to get your voice heard. He reminded that the closing date for this is, 26 June 2025.
Chairman thanked those who took part in the recent litter pick, that it was a good turn out, and hoped there will be future litter picks. Chairman thanked Mark, Peter, Keith, and the members of the Windfarm Committee for their commitment and support. That this benefitted all in the Village. That again another £200 community payment was made available to every household in the Village.
6. Financial Report: Parish Chairman thanked Ann Bocock for checking the Parish account for Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) form. RFO provided copies of the financial reports for accounts held, and read over same, to the meeting. The Parish Meeting balance at 01/04/2026 is £1,486.90. Windfarm grant form Energie Kontor, £25,000.00. There are no outstanding projects.
7. Adoption of Parish Account for AGAR: The Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) form completed for certificate of exemption for year ending 31 March 2025.
8. Windfarm Accounts: Balances of accounts brought forward 01/04/2025. Current a/c £4,226.91. Savings a/c £49,954.52. 25-year a/c £22,767.07. Deposit a/c £9,081.44. In total, £86,029.94.
9. Set Windfarm Annual Budgets: The Parish Chairman informed the meeting that he proposed the budgets remain the same, as in the previous financial year. That maintenance remains at £2,000.00. The Community fund, £2,500.00 (maximum grant per applicant £250.00). This was proposed by Jayne and seconded by Joan. Approved.
10. Election of Officers: The Parish Chairman and the Parish Clerk had given prior notice that they will be standing down. In view of this the meeting is required to elect a new Parish Chairman and Parish Clerk. S Hollingsworth put forward to be the new Parish Chairman. Proposed by Wayne and seconded by Fiona. Approved by a unanimous vote. K Podlaszewski put forward to become the new Parish Clerk. Proposed by Jayne, seconded by Joan. Approved by a unanimous vote. Vice-Chairman, K Robinson remains in post. RFO, P Buckeridge remains in post.
11. Windfarm Committee: New Parish Chairman and Parish Clerk elected. It was proposed that the outgoing Parish Chairman, R Crust and Parish Clerk, M Henry remain as members of the Windfarm Committee. This was approved by the meeting.
12. Approval for Laptop. Parish Chairman discussed with the meeting that the RFO required a laptop to assist with his role, that met the requirements. The RFO informed the meeting that he has seen one that meets the requirements, and the cost of same was £479.00. This proposed by Wayne and seconded by Joan, approved.
AOB: The new Parish Chairman suggested that the Village also celebrates the withdrawal of the NWS/GDF. That this be funded by the Parish account, date to be set. The outgoing Parish Chairman, R Crust, thanked the outgoing Parish Clerk, M Henry for all his help and assistance in Parish matters. That in their tenure as Parish Chairman and Clerk a lot has been done in the Village, in their 4 years. The outgoing Parish Clerk reciprocated that of the outgoing Parish Chairman said, and both wished the new Parish Chairman and Clerk best wishes in their roles. A resident asked about the possibility of a bench for the use of villagers between Chapel Corner and the Village Hall. This to be considered by the incoming Parish Chairman and Parish Clerk.
A villager mentioned to the meeting regarding G Smith who raised money for the charity, British Heart Foundation. Greg cycled from London to Brighton (15 June 2025) and so far has raised a total of £540.00. Greg informed the meeting that if anyone wished to donate, they can by visiting his just giving page. A round of applause was given to Greg, for a worthy charity. Well done, Greg.
The Parish Chairman and Parish Clerk thanked those present for attending the Parish Meeting AGM.
The meeting was closed at 8.03pm.