Minutes 2026 – Middle Rasen Parish Council

October 2026

MIDDLE RASEN PARISH COUNCIL

Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council on 20/10/2026

Present:- Cllr M Stamp (Chair), Cllr D Pattison (Vice Chair), Cllr P Dawson, Cllr G Dennis, Cllr M O’Connor, Cllr A Miller, Cllr P Thomas, and Cllr S Cartwright

Also Present: Mrs A Harrison (Clerk)

Visitors: none

1. Apologies for Absence – Cllr S Bunney (WLDC)

Resolved: That apologies be accepted from above member(s) of the Council

2. To receive declarations of interest in accordance with the 2011 Localism Act:- none

3. Notes of last meeting on 15th September 2026, to be approved as minutes:-

Resolved: Notes be signed as a true record.

4. Chair and Council’s Comments:-

Cllr Miller had received concerns from parishioners over a broken fence at the bridge on Church Street. Cllr Dennis also stated that the grit bin in the same area is damaged and needs to be reported – Clerk to report both issues to Highways

5. Reports from District and County Councillors:-

WLDC Matters:

Planter: To clear up any misunderstanding as the planter is listed on MRTC's Asset Register there has to be a formal paperwork trail regarding the transfer of ownership to Middle Rasen Parish Council. As the planter still has a value it will need to be accompanied by a transfer of money.

So that this does not fall on the precept I have arranged for a grant. The money should have arrived in your account this afternoon.

Household Recycling and Waste Site: Despite several complaints, requests to reconsider and other interventions [including Sir Edward Leigh] the County Council is not prepared to change their mind regarding the booking system.
Garden [Green Bin] Waste Collection: West Lindsey District Council is considering extending the Garden Waste collection scheme to take account of the changing climate. The initial proposal is to provide a monthly collection during the winter months
Jockey Club Christmas Dinner: Market Rasen Jockey Club are hosting a Community Christmas Dinner at The Racecourse on Monday December 21st. I have been asked to coordinate a potential guest list. they are looking to ask residents who have contributed positively to the community either recently or in the past. I would be grateful if you could give this some thought and let me know any potential names in the next week or so.

LCC Matters:

Resilience Group: It is hoped to have another meeting on Monday November 2nd at 11am.

6. Crime and Vandalism

Updates received from Inspector Head and Lincs Alert Team

7. Clerks Report on Matters Outstanding:-

Dog fouling poster placed on all village noticeboards and to be published in Community Spirit in the November Issue
A quote for works required to remove the dead trees on Gainsborough Road has been requested from Tree Specialist and received. It was proposed by Cllr Miller and seconded by Cllr Stamp that the Parish accept the quotation and the works are completed
The fly tipping on A631 after the A46 junction has been reported to West Lindsey District Council and has been cleared
Mr P Sellers has been contacted to supply snow clearance if required in the upcoming winter

8. Planning:-

WL/2026/00846 – The Watermill, Low Church Road,, Middle Rasen, LN8 3TY

Planning application for the change of use of land for the siting of 1no. Shepherd’s Hut for holiday use (request for comments prior to meeting as required by 19th October) – no comments

WL/2026/00898 – 34 Caistor Road, Market Rasen, LN8 3JA

Planning application for proposed single storey extension – no comments

Planning Granted:- none

9. Correspondence:-

LALC E-News 25/09 and 09/10

LCC Town and Parish Council September Update

CLLP Advance Notice of Central Lincolnshire Local Plan Scoping Consultation

10. Finance and Accounts for Payment

Income:- Leakes Masonry £ 75.00

WLDC Grant £ 250.00

Expenditure:- SES Business Water £ 6.73

Lincolnshire Landscapes £ 741.00

Green Grass Contracting £ 294.00

Viking Direct £ 180.35

Market Rasen Town Council £ 250.00

Tower Concrete (Nursery Supplies) £ 191.00

RBL Wreath and Donations £ 63.00

Salaries £ 877.83

D Beer (Web Services) £ 100.00

Resolved: All Invoices passed for payment on 20th October 2026

11. Reports from meetings: -

Various members of the Parish Council attended an Emergency Planning Meeting held by Cllr Bunney
Cllr Thomas met with planning and local developers to discuss the lack of affordable housing

12. Discuss and Resolve on Proposed Budget and Estimate Precept for 2027-28

Budget sheet provided prior to meeting for review

Proposed by Cllr Cartwright and seconded by Cllr Thomas

Resolved: That the precept estimate be set at £22,190.00, an increase of 4%

13. Discuss and Resolve on Donation and Wreath for RBL Poppy Appeal

Proposed by Cllr Miller and seconded by Cllr Pattison

Resolved: That a donation of £40 be added to the wreath cost of £23 totally £63.00

14. Discuss Progress Of the Village Plan Sub Committee

Lincolnshire County Council are in the process of completing a review of local plans. Cllr Thomas is completing their questionnaire to make sure what we would like to happen for our area fits in with the Lincolnshire County Council’s local plan

Proposed by Cllr Stamp and seconded by Cllr Pattison

Resolved: That Cllr Thomas updates the Council at the next meeting

15. Discuss Options for Projects in the Village from WLDC Grant Funding/CIL Monies

Cllr Miller suggested purchasing two planters to be placed outside the Post Office on Gainsborough Road at the junction to prevent cars parking on the pavement and blocking the view for drivers exiting the junction.

Proposed by Cllr Dawson and seconded by Cllr Dennis

Resolved: That CIL funding be used to purchase and fill 2 planters

16. Items for next meeting

Discuss progress of the Village Plan Sub Committee
Discuss and Resolve on application for WLDC Grant application to purchase and fill planters for enhancement of the village appearance

There being no other business the meeting closed at 8:05pm.