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Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Council held on Monday 8^th September 2025 at 7:30pm in the Community Centre.

Draft minutes are published in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021 and are subject to approval at the next ordinary meeting of the Community Council.

Present:

Cllrs :  Rhodri Evans(Chair), Dafydd Lloyd Jones, Pat Parry, Eirwen James , Emmanuel Kincaid , Gareth Jones, John Griffiths, Bethan Griffiths ,Caryl Jones.

The Chair, Cllr Rhodri Evans, welcomed the new Clerk, Sion Jones. He also thanked Lisa for her work during the past three years.

1.To receive apologies.

None

2.Personal Matters.

Congratulate Teleri Griffiths on being chosen a member of the YFC Prime Pork Scheme and good luck at the Royal Welsh Winter Fair.

3.Declarations of interest.

None

4.Public participation.

Members of the public were present.

5. To confirm the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council, held on 14July 2025

Proposed by CJ   Seconded by EJ

6.Matters arising from the minutes.

Car park – The car park has been monitored at various times during a period of up to two months. There were no more than 10 vehicles in the car park. However, two vehicles seem not to hold a valid MOT or Tax. A discussion was had regarding the matter of how to remove these cars but as the car park is a private car park the council is limited in its response. The council asked for advice by PCSO John Evans who was in attendance and he advised the council to think about placing a notice on the windscreen to ask the owners to remove the cars from the car park. Seek further advice from One Voice Wales.

Zoom Subscription – a discussion was held regarding using TEAMS rather than Zoom. To be discussed in further meetings

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Invoicing events – Some associations who use the hall have not been invoiced for a long period of time. It was agreed to e-mail new clerk with relevant detail so invoices can be sent out.

PCSO John Evans was in attendance and due to work commitments asked whether he could give his report at this point in the meeting with the Chair agreeing to this request.

To receive a report from the PCSO.

Report from PCSO John Evans who attended the meeting and provided an update on recent police matters, including:

• A neighbour issue had occurred with messages being sent by phone which was reported as harassment.
• Anti social behaviour – none
• Following previous meeting regarding sheep on road, the PCSO and a member of the Rural Crime Team visited a farmer. It was reported one sheep was seen on the road the day following the meeting and following regular patrol since – no sheep have been seen on the road.
• With Autumn and Winter approaching remind people to check heating oil and outdoor shed security.
• The PCSO thanked the welcome he received at the local show on August 13^th.
• The PCSO had attended several events during the Summer, which included the National Cycling at Aberaeron, Palestine Red Line protest at Aberystwyth and Rally Ceredigion also at Aberystwyth.
• No questions were asked by the councillors or members of the public in attendance.

7. Employment contract for New Clerk.

A copy of the contract had been sent by e-mail and was signed by the Chair and Clerk.

8. Siop Ni Update

Two members of the Siop Ni committee was in attendance and gave an update of what has happened during the past months which include:

• Various meetings with CAVO to move the idea forward.
• Discussion regarding raising money through Community Benefit Grant
• Set up ‘Siop Ni CBS Cyfyngiedig – CBS Community Benefit Society.
• Regardless of the number of shares, each person would have one vote.
• The committee have been looking at various grants.
• A website is being developed for Siop Ni.
• CAVO are looking at carrying out a basic survey.

EK asked whether the Siop Ni committee have asked for any planning advice.

BG asked about the location of the new shop. Currently the car park has been ruled out with other locations in the village being looked at.  BA questioned why it was not possible to use the hall as a

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location. It was reminded by EK that the current remit of the Hall committee for the Charity Commission does not permit a shop to be set up in the hall.

9. Discussion on fundraising ideas for Ann Jones, the High Sheriff of Dyfed’s nominated charity.

It was agreed to support a fundraiser event with a Tractor Run being the preferred option. The money raised would go to Wales Air Ambulance. GJ to discuss with Ann Jones and maybe set up a meeting to develop the Tractor Run idea further.  A suggestion was made whether the event could include the traditional Christmas Santa Event which the Council usually holds. Further discussion in next meeting.

10. Financial report

A £100 penalty notice letter was received by HMRC due to the failure of information not being presented on time. The council agreed to ask advice regarding this matter to appeal the penalty due to circumstances of transition of new clerk.

It was agreed to ask Llywela Thomas Bookkeeping and Payroll Services to undertake HMRC duties for three months while the new Clerk adjusts to his new role.

Proposed by CJ  Seconded by PP

1. Authorisation of payments – One Voice Wales
   1. Recurring payments – confirmation of ongoing variable direct debit instructions:
2. BT Telephone & broadband:£57.19    LG (Misc. Provisions) Act 1976 s.19.
3. Barclays Bank -Commission charges
   1. Payments received.
      1. Bank Interest & Loyalty received.
      1. Openreach – £4.80

Council approved payments as listed points a & b and noted payment received in point c. above.

11.Defibrillator

BG had checked the Defibrillator twice. Need to look at replacing the Defib using money raised during the Carol Singing in December 2024. Ask Ser Dewi to be involved .

12. Christmas dinner.

To be held on Saturday, December 6^th. PP to contact different locations discussed for menu and prices.

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13. Any other business

Correspondence

 The Cambrian Mountains Society – a letter was received regarding whether the council would support the idea of placing a sign 2m long by 0.9 high on the sign from Tregaron to raise awareness of where the Cambrian Mountains are. The council supported the proposed idea and suggested whether it was possible to have two signs at both ends of the village. A question was raised regarding the material being used for the sign.

CPRW Ceredigion The Welsh Countryside Charity – Bryn Cadwgan Energy Park – Have your say. Regarding the pre-application consultation between August 20^th and October 1^st 2025.

Lan Fawr and Bryn Rhudd Energy Park – An invitational presentation being held at the Community Hall on Monday September 15^th between 6:00pm and 7:30pm. They had sent an e-mail requesting two representatives from the Community Council to be in attendance. It was agreed that EJ and GJ would attend on behalf of the community council. However,  it was raised that all community councillors should be able to attend.

• Date of next meeting:

22/09/2025.

Meeting ended 21:15 pm

Cyngor Cymuned LLANDDEWI BREFI Community Council

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Minutes of the Extraordinary Meeting held on Monday, 11^th August 2025 at 8:30pm

Llanddewi Brefi Community Centre

Present: Eirwen James (EJ), Emmanuel Kincaid (EK)

1. Apologies

• Apologies received from Rhodri Evans, Dafydd Lloyd Jones, Patricia Parry, Gareth Jones, John Griffiths, Beth Griffiths

As the number of members present was less than 1/3 of the whole number of seats, the meeting was declared inquorate and closed at 8:37pm.

Minutes prepared by: E Kincaid

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Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Council held on Monday 14^th  July 2025 at 7:30pm in the Community Centre.

Draft minutes are published in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021 and are subject to approval at the next ordinary meeting of the Community Council.

Present:

Cllrs :  Rhodri Evans(RE)(Chair), Gareth Jones (GJ), Caryl Haf Jones (CHJ), Beth Griffiths (BG), Patricia Parry (PP), Eirwen James (EJ), John Griffiths (JG)  Dafydd Lloyd Jones(DLlJ), John Evans (PCSO)

1.Apologies

• Apologies received from Emmanuel Kincaid

2.Personal Matters.

• The village carnival was noted to have been a great success. Thanks were expressed to everyone who attended and contributed to making it an enjoyable evening.

3. Declarations of interest.

• None noted.

4.Public participation.

• No members of the public were present. PCSO John Evans attended to deliver his report.

5.To confirm minutes of Previous Meetings

6.Matters arising

• BG raised concerns regarding the proposed use of the village car park for the temporary village shop. Monitoring and photographs taken during the past month showed the car park is frequently at full capacity, with overflow parking occurring elsewhere.
• The arrival of new families with multiple vehicles on the square has increased parking demand.
• Councillors expressed concern over insufficient parking space for the shop’s operation and customer access.
• It was proposed that RE attend the next planning meeting for ‘Siop Ni’ to raise these concerns and suggest the Community Centre grounds as an alternative site. This matter will be added to the next meeting agenda.

7. Financial Report

a. Annual Reports:

• All annual reports (including Hall and Fuel Allotment) are to be completed by outgoing Clerk by 30^th June 2025.
• Reports to be submitted to the Chair by the end of August 2025.

b. Zoom Payments:

• It was agreed that payments for Zoom will cease, as the facility has not been used for several months.

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c. Council Equipment

• Arrangements are to be made for the return of the council laptop, equipment and documents in preparation for the transition to the new Clerk.

d. Loan Repayment

• It was agreed that the repayment for the loan is to be transferred.

8. Defibrillator Circuit Coordinator

• For consistency, the Vice Chair was asked to take on the role of Circuit Coordinator for the defibrillator.

9. Information Received

• Information was received and shared.

10. Appointment of New Clerk

• The job description for the Clerk role has approved by John Griffiths and seconded by Dafydd Lloyd Jones.

• The post will be advertised in the coming week at £13.50 per hour for a minimum of 18 hours per month.

• Patricia Parry will attend Fuel Allotment meetings until new Clerk is appointed. Rhodri Evans to inform John Lewis accordingly.  

11. Annual Accounts

• Councillors were unable to approve the accounts or sign the annual report, as figures have not yet been received. DLlJ and RE to liaise with the Clerk to resolve this.

12 Grant Applications

• Grant Applications were discussed.

13. Village Clean-Up

• The date for the village clean-up was confirmed for 28^th and 29^th July, meeting at 6:00pm.

14. PCSO Report

PCSO John Evans provided an update:

• No major incidents to report for the past month.

• One report of antisocial behaviour involving three youths on bikes (19^th June)

• Fraud scam reported in neighbouring village.

• ‘Mind Your Speed’ operations were carried out in the village on 27^th, 30^th June and 2^nd & 9^th July. Several vehicles were stopped for speeding; no enforcement action was taken, only advice given.

• Rural Crime issues will be discussed in Lampeter Show.

• Residents should contact the PCSO with concerns about theft prevention for farming equipment.

• Reports of sheep loose in village and on the road to Tregaron were noted.

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15. County Councillor’s report on matters arising from Ceredigion.

• Noted : The Chief Executive is proposing an increase in payments for officers at a senior level.

16. Planning applications.

• None received.

17. Village Hall and Recreation Grounds

• Councillors expressed their gratitude to Eirug and Nerys Pugh for their dedicated efforts in cleaning around the hall; their work is greatly appreciated.

• Hall meetings are to be scheduled and added to the calendar.

• All hall bookings and outstanding bills up to 30^th June should be settled; user groups are to issued invoices by 1^st September by outgoing clerk.

• Correspondence will be sent to unsuccessful tender applicants.

• Plans are in place to plant new trees at appropriate time of year.

18. Questions to the chair and Other Matters

• Concerns raised about refuse collection; some residents have been placing waste outside their properties. Residents on mountain roads reported that collection crews often leave bins uncollected at the end of lanes despite multiple dwellings along these tracks.

• Requests have been received from user groups that have not yet received invoices for hall hire; these are to be issued by outgoing clerk and passed on to the financial officer, Gareth Jones.

Date of next meeting: Monday September 8^th at 7:30

Minutes prepared by : Beth Griffiths

Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Council held on Monday 9^th June 2025 at 7:30pm in the Community Centre.

Draft minutes are published in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021 and are subject to approval at the next ordinary meeting of the Community Council.

Present:

Cllrs :  Rhodri Evans(Chair), Dafydd Lloyd Jones, Eirwen James , Emmanuel Kincaid , Gareth Jones, John Griffiths, Bethan Griffiths ,Caryl Jones.

1.To receive apologies.

Cllrs : Pat Parry

2.Personal Matters.

Members noted the success of the Young Farmers and WI at their respective rallies over the weekend and extended congratulations for their achievements.

3.Declarations of interest.

None

4.Public participation.

Members of the public were present.

5. To confirm the minutes of the Annual & Ordinary Meetings of Council , held on 12May 2025

Annual Meeting

Ordinary meeting:

6.Matters arising from the minutes.

None.

7.Financial report

1. To approve the bank reconciliation for the period ending 31st May 2025.

•  Council approved the reconciliation ending 31^st May 2025.

• Staff and confidential payments:  Local Government Act 1972,s112/(Misc.Provisions) Act 1976 s.19.
  • Authorisation of payments for Clerks expenses re: Zoom : LG (Misc.Provisions) Act 1976 s.19.
  • Recurring payments – confirmation of ongoing variable direct debit instructions:
• BT Telephone & broadband:£57.19    LG (Misc. Provisions) Act 1976 s.19.
• Barclays Bank -Commission charges
  • Payments received.
    • Bank Interest & Loyalty received.
    • CFF Grant Final instalment

Council approved payments as listed points b-d. and noted payment received in point e. above.

8. To review the Annual return for the year ending 31st March 2025.

• E.K. not completed yet to submit to Gareth. E.M. to be arranged to approve this before end of the month.

9.To review the BT  Broadband Contract for the village hall.

• Essential 300 +Digital line( inc complete wifi +) looked at, with option to drop landline.( as mobile used more often by most hall users) net result costs would @ be the same.
• Council approved decision.

P: JG S: BG

10.To consider the results of survey regarding proposal for a temporary shop facility within the Council car park.

Item 10: Village Shop – Car Park Survey Feedback

Two members of the working group attended the meeting to present feedback from the market survey and address queries. Of the 176 households surveyed, 84 responses were received, with only two expressing opposition to the proposed location within the car park.

EK reported personal monitoring of car park usage, noting a maximum of nine cars observed, with eight being the highest number at any one time. Should the proposal proceed, 12 parking spaces would remain available, with no impact on existing resources.

Concerns were raised regarding surface water drainage, as the planning application would result in concentrated runoff from a single downpipe. An estimated £1,500 would be required to install a soakaway to manage discharge, which is necessary for approval as the development is classified as new. Additionally the back wall of the car park was identified as the site boundary

A group member confirmed progress on container specifications, with final choices pending funding within a budget of approximately £6,000. EK advised that indicative design elements (e.g., window size and type, cladding, configuration) should be submitted via screenshots to support the application. As the site is within a Conservation Area, additional considerations include warm-spectrum downlighting and water provision/disposal if sinks are installed.

The proposal would be classed as temporary works, with an intended site period of 18 months. EK will draft the planning submission for inspection.

Council Action: Council agreed that the installation of a soakaway and its later reinstatement posed no issue, subject to group costings. Council expressed support for the group to publicise aggregated survey results.

Proposal: EK to proceed with the planning application, subject to approval from the Local Authority.
Proposed: EK Seconded: RE

11.To consider appointment of a Responsible Financial officer and Proper Officer from 01/07/2025.

Gareth Jones- volunteered to be RFO.

Rhodri Evans- Proper Officer

Proposed: EJ  Seconded: CH

12.To consider advertising for the post of Clerk.

Council approved to put out advert subject to review of job description- meeting to be held within next 7 days to do this.

13.To consider Contractor feedback for the first tender round of the Hall Changing room and storage works.

EK reported being approached by a tenderer seeking to recover fees related to their submission. It was confirmed that while fee recovery is not applicable, tenderers are entitled to receive the outcome of the process and a reasonable explanation for rejection. It was agreed that any response should be shared with all parties who submitted tenders.

Council requested that the Clerk prepare standardised responses for distribution to each tenderer.

14.Correspondence.

1. Ceredigion County Council
2. Grant Cyfalaf Man Chwarae Ceredigion / Ceredigion Play Area Capital Grant .

10% match: Council agreed to meet informally to review the Clerk position and to consider this proposal- 19/06/25.

Questionnaire on Microsoft Forms proposed to go out to the community asap. Ends of consultation 19/06/25.

• One Voice Wales
• Annual financial actions: important lessons emerge.
• Community mentors to work with the Welsh Government to deliver the childcare and playwork actions in the Anti-racist Wales Action Plan. 
• FW: Ymgynghoriad ar Gau Safle Gwastraff Cartref / Household Waste Site Closure and Reduction.
• Innovative Practice Conference – Wednesday 2 July 2025.
• FW: Hywel Dda Consultations.

Council noted correspondence in b ii  & vi.

15.To receive correspondence not specifically referenced on the agenda (Decisions cannot be taken in relation to matters raised under this agenda item.

All Correspondence in the general folder was noted by Council but no matters raised.

16.To receive a report from the PCSO.

Report from PC Liz Jenkins who attended the meeting and provided an update on recent police matters, including:

• A road traffic collision reported on 31/05/25 involving damage to two vehicles; the individual has been charged and bailed to court.
• A number of burglary incidents:
  • 08/05 – Theft of a Honda quad bike and power tools.
  • 23/05 – Burglary at a vacant property in Ffair Rhos.
  • 25/01 – Series of burglaries across the Tregaron area targeting tools, school premises, and private sheds. Two individuals from the Aberdare area have been bailed in connection.
• Llangeitho ward-specific crime statistics are available and may be shared via the website or distributed to members.
• Police engagement initiatives include a stand at local carnivals and shows, with involvement from the rural crime officer.
• The Young Farmers Club (YFC) has arranged for the dog section to deliver a demonstration and talk.
• A fraud prevention officer is available to deliver free talks to support safeguarding and raise awareness.
• Residents are encouraged to note serial numbers of valuable items. Select marking is underway, with a soft launch of the rural crime initiative at the Aberystwyth show ahead of the Royal Welsh.
• Members were reminded to remain vigilant regarding strangers requesting hunting access and to ensure padlocks are secured as a deterrent.

17.County Councillor’s report on matters arising from Ceredigion

The member confirmed not many changes from the last meeting but did confirm  the Minister for Planning approved boundary Commission review for Llangeitho and Llanddewi Brefi to become Llangeitho in 2027

18.Planning applications

None.

19.To receive a report from the Village Hall and Recreation Grounds committee.

The following points were noted and/or reported from representatives of the committee to Council:

·  Council noted that Zurich insurance quote is to be followed up; EK to be consulted.

• Specific themes for the Carnival’s open float were discussed.
• Carnival scheduled for 11/07/25;
  • EK to handle the licence application.
  • Band confirmed as booked.
  • Publicity arrangements to be finalised.
  • Catering organised. Approach New Inn regarding bar stock, continuing under the same agreed terms.

20.Questions to the Chair.

• The marquee was confirmed as repairable and suitable for use at the upcoming party.
• A request was received from residents of Prysg Lane to assess street lighting needs in the area.
• Floodlight upgrade on the pitch to Kingfisher specification: old post to be removed and contractor to be appointed by R.E.
• Council agreed to remove the old bench while trimming trees outside the school to improve lighting access.
• Grit bin area near Glyn Rhedyn noted for trimming following complaints.
• Cymru Football Foundation’s “Fit for Future Facilities Fund” representatives to attend Monday night meeting.
• Concerns raised by YFC regarding gear storage on the field; R.E. obtained costings (£3,100). Group to explore purchasing a container, with potential to site it at the Hall grounds subject to feasibility.
• Planning permission noted as potentially contentious due to drainage concerns and conservation impact on Penuch Street (listed building).
• Reference made to matters concerning the Charities Commission (to be followed up).
• Tub located on Hall grounds requires owner to be contacted for removal.
• NRW Enforcement scheduled visit for 25/06/25 regarding apple trees.  Committee members to look into pricing for new stock to be planted in the Autumn.

• Date of next meeting:

14/07/2025.

Meeting ended 21:50 pm

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Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of the Council held on Monday 12^th May 2025 at 8:00pm in the Community Centre.

Draft minutes are published in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021 and are subject to approval at the next ordinary meeting of the Community Council.

Present:

Cllrs :  Rhodri Evans(Chair), Dafydd Lloyd Jones, Eirwen James , Emmanuel Kincaid , Gareth Jones, John Griffiths, Pat Parry( via Zoom).

1.To receive apologies.

Cllrs : Bethan Griffiths ,Caryl Jones

2.Personal Matters.

The Chair extended thanks to all who helped in recent weeks with tidying and landscaping works following on from storage and stump removal at the Llanddewi Brefi hall recreation grounds.

3.Declarations of interest.

R.E. left the room during consideration of matter 13.

4.Public participation.

None.

5. To confirm the minutes of the Ordinary Meeting held on 14^th April 2025.

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a) Proposed D.L.J.  Seconded: G.J.

6.Matters arising from the minutes.

i) Item 6 iv.: Noted that the feedback form needs to be completed by the Council.

ii) DLJ reported that representatives from CFF had during a recent visit praised the high standard of the newly completed hall changing room and storage works.

iii) Item 7a. wording corrected: from ‘foundation’ to ‘floor slab’.

iv) Item 8 EK reported that currently 65 responses received and that also  confirmed that the proposed scheme will utilise 2 x parking spaces. Usage will be monitored over the next couple of weeks to gauge numbers of visitors utilising facilities to be reported back during the next meeting. Council also considered 2 complaints sent to the Clerk regarding the  temporary pop-up shop proposal and noted the following regarding

Complaint one:

1. Council considers the group  seeking to carry out the proposal have already looked for a more suitable site but have  not been successful to date in identifying alternatives. They also note that the car park is for occasional use not for permanent residential parking.
2. Regarding aesthetics , temporary permission is being sought to gauge viability.

Compliant two: Council noted concerns raised but as per previous comments , reiterate that the temporary car park facilities are not for permanent used by residents.

Item 12- DLJ- confirmed that the application had been acknowledged and anticipated that a decision should be received by the end of May.

Item 18- EJ- reported on fixings but that the suppliers require final specifications before completing the order( action raised for the hall to approve and raise payment for costs.)

Council noted that pot holes repairs mentioned during the last meeting have now been carried out.

7.Financial report

1. To approve the bank reconciliation for the period ending 30^th April 2025.

•  Council approved the reconciliation ending 30th April 2025.
• Also noted (2 x cheques still outstanding re: previous Chair’s allowance  & costs for mince pies from Christmas 2024 arrangements.)

 Proposed: R.E.  Seconded: D.L.J.

• Staff and confidential payments:  Local Government Act 1972,s112/(Misc.Provisions) Act 1976 s.19.
  • Authorisation of payments for CFF Grant Aided works for the Hall Changing Rooms and Storage Shed.
    • G Davies Contract 1-final payment 3 (CFF project): £13,131.54 LG (Misc.Provisions) Act 1976 s.19.
    •  L Davies Contract 2-final payment 3 (CFF project): £ £1,132.46 LG (Misc.Provisions) Act 1976 s.19.
    • Steel Fabricators (Wales) Ltd Contract 3-final payment 3 (CFF project)

:£ 3,000.00 LG (Misc.Provisions) Act 1976 s.19.

• Recurring payments – confirmation of ongoing variable direct debit instructions:
• BT Telephone & broadband:£57.19    LG (Misc. Provisions) Act 1976 s.19.
• Barclays Bank -Commission charges
  • Payments received.
    • Bank Interest & Loyalty received.
    • 1^st instalment of 2025-26 Precept and 2023/24 Cemetery Grant

Council approved payments as listed points b-d. and noted payment received in point e. above.

Proposed: D.L.J. Seconded: G.J.

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8.To review project progress regarding  Cymru Football Foundation Grant aided works ongoing to the Hall Changing rooms and Storage Shed.

1. DLJ- CFF visit had taken place and representative praised high standard of work carried out.
2. EK checked with contractor regarding changing room works only outstanding task- to fit mirrors(pending delivery)
3. EJ- more formal instructions required to pass onto hall users going forward to ensure changing rooms are left tidy/clean.
4. Council noted receipt of letter of thanks from the Dewi Stars Captain regarding the recent improvements.
5. It was noted that the next football tournament will be happening on the 16/06/25 and it  would be good opportunity to hold a presentation event regarding the works, tbc at June meeting.

9.Correspondence.

1. Ceredigion County Council
2. Toiledau Cyhoeddus Llanddewi Brefi 2025-2026 Llanddewi Brefi Public Toilets

Council considers that this well used service should remain as a central service as there is not another convenient facility within vicinity but due to needing to maintain present services and having taken on additional coast for the 25/26 period , that presently Council is not in a position to take on the lease offered.

• One Voice Wales
• Cyfarfod Pwyllgor Ardal Ceredigion 2.4.25 – – Ceredigion Area Committee Meeting 2.4.25.
• Revised Financial Regulations 2025.

Council noted correspondence in b ii  & iii.

10.To receive correspondence not specifically referenced on the agenda (Decisions cannot be taken in relation to matters raised under this agenda item.

All Correspondence in the general folder was noted by Council but no matters raised.

11.To receive a report from the PCSO.

Reporting noted quiet period regarding incidents for the month .No matters raised by Council to pass on to PCSO.

12.County Councillor’s report on matters arising from Ceredigion

The member concerned that presently budgeting/assets and staff cuts being reviewed presently within scrutiny committees to review where savings could be made to minimise impacts regarding  future rates for Council tax.

• Highways officer came out to look at issues within the community and observed sign now reinstalled in village and other works(i.e. drainage)  have also been carried out
• Works scheduled within Bryn amble have also been completed.
• Gravel piles created as part of previous works have also been noted  and will be picked up, timing tbc.

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13.Planning applications

1. A250232 – Ochr Garth, Llanddewi Brefi, Tregaron, Ceredigion, SY25 6UJ.

Council raised no objections, Clerk to confirm in writing to development management.

14.To receive a report from the Village Hall and Recreation Grounds committee.

The following points were noted and/or reported from representatives of the committee to Council:

1. Consideration currently being given to arrange  a voluntary effort to install storage in the hall(back of the Neuadd)
2. Regarding last point also being considered to hold a future event to raise funds for materials to be discussed in the upcoming meeting.
3. Members of the committee would also be approaching D Stars for permission to have a key to enable storage of the hall marquee and biodiversity garden  sundries.
4. Regarding additional tree planting on the recreational area behind the football pitch, costs for orchard planting to be brought to the upcoming meeting. for grounds.
5. A member had followed up with the Football Association for Wales regarding the defibrillator project but no projects have been confirmed yet. Additional requirements to enable installation of a second station confirmed as follows:
   1. Costs for installation of a Second power supply( on front of building near changing room entrance) and the defibrillator unit to be confirmed.
   2. Contractor to carry out work as per point a being sought, and member of the committee will be approaching local contractors to confirm quotes & availability.
   3. Suggestion to buy same equipment as installed on the village square.
   4. Committee also noted that there will be a need to raise funds for ongoing costs going forward.
   5. Committee also reported that contractor quote for additional works required: for incremental costs to swap out lights for emergency lighting not completed during Severn Wye works.

15.Questions to the Chair.

Following points raised by Council members to the chair:

• Tree down near Pont Llanio- EJ to contact resident to see if he may want the wood.
• Post box stolen in Pont Llanio.- PCSO to be informed.
• Schedule of payments for the hall- need to pay for seed costs for recent works- CCF.
• DLJ to donate his chairman’s allowance to air ambulance
• EK- Street light in car park has been fixed.
• Clerk given go ahead to feedback to Bell town power, as per comments- minutes dated- 14/04/2025.
• EK to make enquiries with BT to look at contract renewals.

Date of next meeting:

09/06/2025.

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Meeting ended 21:50 pm