October 2026 Agenda

DUNSTON PARISH COUNCIL
Monday 12th Oct. 2026 – AGENDA

1. Resolution to accept apologies for absence

2. To receive any declarations of interest in accordance with the Localism Act 2011.

3. Public session for questions, comment, requests or suggestions – 15 minute minutes (possibly increased if appropriate)

4. Receive reports from County & District Councillors (Kendrick LCC, Parry & Bailey NKDC)

5. Acceptance of the minutes of the previous meeting & any matters arising not scheduled in the agenda.

6. Chairman’s report.
a. Explanation of procedure
b. It is proposed that we start a WhatsApp group for the Emergency Response Team.

7. Clerk’s report.      
a. Planning 
b. Recent correspondence

8. Highways and streets issues     
a. Road Bridge, Street Lights
b. New sub-station
c. Emergency Plan, Beck health & emergency readiness.
d. Village Keepers Report

9. Playing Field                                 
a. Equipment update

10. Cemetery
a. It is proposed that we employ a contractor to trim all necessary borders and below all of the mid-line trees; to lift up the crown, improve visibility and safety; and decide on the removal of 1 Yew tree (and 2 young elderberry trees) to allow a straight through path.
b. Current ideas and guidance on planting of new trees and plants.

11. Village Hall    
a. Finances and events.
b. Car park light

10. Finance   
a. Review of projects
b. Current finances

Cemetery Proposal Images