February 24 - Parish Council Meeting
DRAFT: Minutes of Langtoft Parish Council Meeting held on Tuesday 24 February 2026 at 19:00 in the Village Hall
Present: Cllrs. Bev Farrington (Chair), Liz Jarman, Kevin Payne, Richard Carter, Chris Palmer & Darren Scott
In Attendance: 6 members of the public, Cllr. Vanessa Smith and Sarah Gresty-Parish Clerk.
Public Forum:
Six residents attended to raise concerns regarding the Parish Council's response regarding planning application S25/2450. The Council acknowledged the views expressed and have agreed to review arrangements for early communication and engagement on future planning matters.
It was noted that the Parish Council had requested a public face to face meeting with Ashwood Homes prior to the online sessions provided, but Ashwood Homes would not accommodate.
Public meeting closed at 19.37
Agenda
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Apologies:
Apologies for absence were received from Cllrs. Tatam, McCulloch & Branch. These apologies were unanimously accepted.
Other Apologies received from Cllr. Rosemary Trollope-Bellew
Cllr. Steve Valentine has resigned as a Councillor, he was thanked by the parish council for all his work during his tenure. The process of co opt the vacant seat has commenced.
SID signs & Facebook tasks addressed in agenda items below.
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Disclosure of Pecuniary Interests:
None declared.
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Minutes of:
a) 13 January 2026 Parish Council meeting were presented as a true and accurate record of events. Proposed acceptance Cllr. Scott, Seconded Cllr. Jarman and unanimously in favour-RESOLVED.
b) Action Tracker Update.
• Bench at Ash Close – to be installed on Cllr. McCulloch’s return
• Container Storage – completed. Item closed.
• Goal Mouth repairs – balance of grant confirmed once received Item to be closed
• Crossroads notice board lock needs attention – The Gardener is taking a look at this repair.
Action: Clerk to have extra keys cut for the noticeboards.
• Play ground actions trackers. Amenities to meet asap and update any actions from the quarterly safety inspection report.
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Reports
a)County and District Councillors – Report from Cllr. Smith
Community Awards
SKDC is accepting nominations for the 2026 Community Awards across all categories, including volunteer, community group, cadet force adult volunteer, young person, emergency response, community space, and lifetime champion. Enter online at www.southkesteven.gov.uk/skcommunityawards2026 or request a paper form (07780 214771). Deadline: 31 March; judging in April; winners announced June.
Food Waste
Residents should now have their two new bins, liners, and guidance. SKDC will begin household food waste collections from 13 April.
Local Government Reorganisation Consultation
A seven week Government consultation on Local Government Reorganisation for Greater Lincolnshire closes 26 March. Four structural options are available via the Greater Lincolnshire LGR Hub, with a preferred option expected July.
https://consult.communities.gov.uk/local-government-reorganisation/lincolnshire-nlincolnshire-nelincolnshire/
Thetford Farm Quarry
At the 9 Feb LCC Planning Committee, concerns were raised about the safety of the proposed access route. A site visit will take place before determination.
Wates Development (280 Homes)
Following a meeting on 28 Jan, A15 traffic issues were highlighted. Wates expects to submit plans within the next few months.
Langtoft (49 Homes – Ashwood Homes)
Application S25/2450 proposes access via East End, adding pressure to the Langtoft crossroads. Residents along the A15 corridor are encouraged to comment; 54 comments submitted so far.
Mallard Pass Construction Traffic Management Plan
The proposed construction traffic route uses the A15, adding further pressure.
https://prod.publicaccess.southkesteven.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=documents&keyVal=T82SQDON06L00
Action Required
The Parish Council should submit comments on traffic concerns.
b)Police Reports are received and circulated and made available on website/noticeboard upon receipt. Action: Invite to parish meeting.
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Finance
a) Year 2025/26 Financial Account Report for January 2026 with bank statements was received.
The Council NOTED that Income had been received in January totalling £730. The council RESOLVED to AUTHORISE the expenditure for January totalling £4349.56 + £218.38(VAT) as shown on the financial report. Proposed by Cllr. Carter, Seconded Cllr. Payne. The Financial Report and bank statement were checked by all councillors prior to the meeting and were signed by Cllrs. Carter & Payne .
It was noted that we are still awaiting the balance of the UK Prosperity Grant of £1920.56 which has been agreed for the goal mouth repairs.
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Parish Clerk – temporary cover.
Proposal: To appoint a locum clerk to act as clerk for 3 months starting as soon as she is able to enable the handover process with existing clerk. Proposed Cllr. Farrington, Seconded Cllr. Carter and unanimously voted in favour-RESOLVED. Action: Cllr. Farrington.
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East End Park – Tom Russell football training.
It was requested that Tom should not use East End Park until 14th March and continue to use alternative venues in the meantime.
Action: To Seek legal confirmation of use of public spaces prior to confirming extension of TRF training.
25/26-98 Website management.
Proposal: To employ Nettl to assume management of website immediately. Proposed Cllr. Jarman, Seconded Cllr. Scott and unanimously voted in favour-RESOLVED. Action: Cllr. Farrington
Communications
Action: Tasks to be brought to next meeting for responsibility alignment:
Communication Policy and governance
Posting on LIL and Facebook
Maintain FB page
Website liaison
Monthly statistics
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To confirm community engagement events dates for 2026
Proposal: Events dates
• Litter pick – Saturday 11th April
• Annual Parish Meeting - Friday 15th May
• Annual Village walk – Wednesday 3rd June
• Remembrance Sunday - Sunday 8th November
• Christmas in the park/other connected events – from Tuesday 1st Dec
Proposed acceptance Cllr. Carter, Seconded Cllr. Jarman and unanimous in favour-RESOLVED
Grapevine
Proposal: Number of issues: 4 spring/summer/autumn/winter
Businesses wishing to advertise will be requested to donate based on an upfront annual basis for four advertisements prior to first edition of the financial year in April 2026. Unanimously agreed.
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Working Groups
a) Proposed Working Party meeting & Review Allocation of PC resources
Action: Cllr. Farrington to set up an informal meeting to agree all areas of responsibility.
b) Amenities
i) 4 quotations for play equipment for the park upgrade at Black Bull Green have been received. A public meeting has been arranged and advertised for 28 February 10-3pm in the village hall to hear residents’ views. Action: To report outcome at the next meeting.
ii) Zip wire platform replacement. 3 quotations were presented by the Clerk. Action: Cllr. Jarman would source 1 further quotation c/f to next meeting
25/26-101 SID (speed indication devise). Cllrs. Scott and Palmer agreed to be responsible for this. Action: to contact SV for instructions.
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Planning
Applications received since last meeting and any updates of existing planning.
S25/ 2450 Ashwood Homes proposal for 49 new homes off East End.
This item was discussed in the public forum.
S26/0076 - 6 Teal Way proposal Front and side single storey link extension.
Response: no objections neutral response to be submitted.
S26/0227 – Stonehouse Farm, 24 West End Replacement of existing rear door to rear northeast elevation at ground floor level with new painted timber door.
Response: no objections neutral response to be submitted.
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Correspondence
was noted from the agenda. Items Discussed:
• Increase charge of Village hall hire costs to £14 per hour – was noted
• Resident suggestion for a permanent Christmas tree at the crossroads. Action: To seek advice from a tree surgeon of implications of root growth and future maintenance.
• Resident letter regarding road closures on Kings Street Action: Noted for information. Clerk to request permission to forward to Ward Councillor as this was not a parish council issue.
• Mole management received 13th Jan 26 – Action: clerk to contact for future contract work.
• GPDR received 16th Dec 25 – Action: clerk to follow up offer of help
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To receive Items for Future Meetings
It was agreed that an information 30mins meeting prior to each parish council meeting was a good idea.
Date of future meetings: 2026. 7 Apr, Annual Parish Meeting Friday 15 May, 19 May, 7 July, 8 Sept, 27 Oct, 8 Dec
Meeting Closed at 9.23