June 2026 Minutes
Present:
Parish Councillors: D Semley, S Blades, J Tipping, M Parr, R Craven, K Bacon, M Johnson
Clerk: D Groves
In Attendance: County Councillor C Reeve
7.15pm – Public Forum: No members of the public present.
Cllr Semley invited Cllr Reeve to provide updates in regards to any ongoing matters. Cllr Reeve was pleased to hear from Cllr Craven, that after recent heavy rain, there had been no flooding in Aisby.
He had been made aware that there was a possibility of requesting assistance for general works, such as cleaning and tidying outside areas, from community service groups. Cllr Semley advised this had been useful in the past and after discussion, it was agreed this may be of use again in relation to proposed outdoor projects. The Chair requested Cllr Reeve forward the contact details to the Clerk.
A further discussion ensued regarding the effectiveness of FixMyStreet requests, Cllr Reeve advised he was happy to assist if there were any issues. Cllr Bacon advised she had been chasing a report regarding footpaths on High Street. The Chair requested the Clerk also be advised of any such issues.
Item:
22. CHAIRMAN’S WELCOME – Cllr Semley thanked everyone for attending the meeting and asked all to welcome the new Vice Chairman Cllr Johnson.
23. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE – Cllr Bibb.
It was RESOLVED to accept Cllr Bibb apology for absence.
24. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST AND DISPENSATION REQUESTS – None in relation to agenda items.
25. MINUTES - It was RESOLVED to accept the minutes from the Annual Meeting held on May 12th 2026 as a true and accurate record.
26. BUSINESS MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION – To consider and review:
i. Village Hall Update
A member of the Village Hall committee attended and updated the meeting on the running of the facility.
VH activities continue as normal.
Due to work commitments, the current Chair had stepped down and Jonathan Stanser would be taking over the role.
Thanks to funding received, the fire safety works had almost been completed in full.
Nothing further to report.
ii. Village Hall Clock – Due to a Village Hall representative being present, Cllr Semley requested the item be moved from Item 5iv to Item 5ii. It was RESOLVED to move the agenda item.
Cllr Semley asked if the representative could update the council regarding the whereabouts of the Village Hall Clock. The clock is with the new Chair, who is arranging for it to be repaired, however there is no timescale on when this will be completed.
iii. Clerk Update
a. May Salary – Additional 5 hours overtime due to additional meetings and training. It was RESOLVED to pay overtime retrospectively
b. Register of Interest – Recent law changes had been made, the key change being a Councillors usual residential address will no longer be published unless specifically requested.
c. LALC AGM – To be held on 9th July 2026 via Zoom.
d. Overgrown Hedges Edmund Close – These have been reported to Lincs Rural.
iv. Emergency Planning - Cllr Johnson advised he had still only received replies from Village Hall and the Church. Having now obtained the relevant guidance and plan information from Lincolnshire CC, he will arrange a meeting of the sub committee to determine how to move matters forward. Cllr Reeve advised of online video guides regarding formatting plans and Cllr Semley advised Cllr Bibb was also available to assist.
v. Finance Committee Meeting/Budget Planning – It was proposed the date of the next meeting would be 15th September 2026 at 7.15pm in the Village Hall. Prior to the meeting Cllr Semley asked all to think about what they would like to see happen and where any potential funds could be found. It was RESOLVED to accept the date as 15th September 2026. It was RESOLVED the Clerk would book the Village Hall for the meeting.
vi. Internal Audit – Cllr Semley advised that there had been some minor points raised, but nothing of concern. Changes had already been made to some of the points raised. It was noted that part of the precept figure on the AGAR documents had been entered in the wrong column. Cllr Semley stood down as Chair for the re-signing of the AGAR document to allow her to sign as RFO. Cllr Johnson took the Chair. It was RESOLVED to accept the amended document as a true and accurate record and to sign accordingly. AGAR document was duly signed.
After signing, Cllr Semley retook the Chair.
vii. Exercise of Public Rights - The dates could not be published until the audit report had been completed. To ensure compliance, it was RESOLVED Cllr Semley would publish the Exercise of Public Rights once the internal audit had been completed.
viii. Training – Cllr Semley reminded all of the benefits of training, including attending refresher courses. Recently 3 councillors had attended a variety of training courses. Regular training bulletins are emailed to all and any requests for courses should be sent via the Clerk.
ix. Tree Funding – After a suggestion from Cllr Bacon, Cllr Semley had contacted The Tree Council regarding available grants. They advised we may be eligible for a small grant from their Branching Out Fund. If successful, this would be used alongside the Wildlife Grant already received, to improve the Pond and surrounding area. It was RESOLVED Cllr Semley and the Clerk would apply to The Tree Council for a Branching Out small grants fund.
27. FINANCIAL REPORTS – To receive the financial report and approve payments.
RFO Report June 2026
RFO Report June 2026
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ITEM |
DESCRIPTION |
COMMENT |
ACTION |
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1. |
Monies in bank as of 31st May 2026 |
Current Account = £2,958.22 BMM (Reserve) Account = £45,586.44 Total = £48,544.66 Bank reconciled to 31st May 2026 |
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2. |
Bank activity |
Interest on reserve account May 2026 = £47.91 |
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3. |
Paid invoices & expenses May 2026 |
Clerk Salary = £275.68 PayPal – Ionos – emails – £74.40 (x 2 months) Hewitt Plant Hire – Drainage works, allotments - £324 WLDC – Defibrillator – Corringham – £104.50
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4. |
Income |
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5. |
Income expected |
Exclusive right deed - £220 |
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6. |
Payments awaiting approval |
Heather Property Services – Grass Cutting March/April - £1520.00 WLDC – Defibrillator – Aisby– £114.00 D Semley – Expenses – Dog Mess signage - £67.45 |
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7. |
Payments expected |
None |
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8. |
VAT |
Vat claim for 2025/26 - £1,094.33 |
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Bank Reconciliation:
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May-26 |
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Balance B/fwd |
01/05/2026 |
£3,738.80 |
£45,538.53 |
£49,277.33 |
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Income |
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£0.00 |
£47.91 |
£47.91 |
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Plus income |
£3,738.80 |
£45,586.44 |
£49,325.24 |
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Expenditure |
£780.58 |
£0.00 |
£780.58 |
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Minus expenditure |
£2,958.22 |
£45,586.44 |
£48,544.66 |
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In Bank |
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31/05/2026 |
£2,958.22 |
£45,586.44 |
£48,544.66 |
i. It was RESOLVED to accept the RFO report as presented.
ii. The following payment was approved as follows:
Heather Property Services – Grass Cutting March/April - £1520.00
WLDC – Defibrillator Aisby 0 £114.00
D Semley – Expenses Dog Mess signage - £67.45
LALC – Training Course Cllr Craven - £102.00
Clerk Expenses - Refreshments/Stationery - £36.55
28. PLANNING MATTERS – WL/2026/00424 Application to extend a dwelling house at 54 Middle Street, Corringham. After discussion, it was RESOLVED there were no comments in relation to this request.
29. CORRESPONDENCE – Circulated prior to meeting. None for discussion.
30. ONGOING MINOR ITEMS AND AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE NEXT MEETING –
Leak A631 Corringham Road – Cllr Bacon advised the leak on Corringham Road, outside Peacock & Binnington had still not been fully repaired. Cllr Semley asked for the details to be sent to the Clerk who would write to Anglian Water requesting an update.
31. DATE OF NEXT MEETING – It was RESOLVED that the date for the next meeting of the Parish Council, which will be Tuesday 7th July 2026 at 7.15 pm.
Meeting closed 8.20 pm