July 2026 Minutes
Present: Cllr Mrs Jones Cllr Hanson
Cllr Ms Banks Cllr Ms Reed
Cllr Broughton Cllr Wey
Cllr Dr Byrd
Cllr Gamble
Cllr Guerge
The Clerk and the Deputy clerk were in attendance.
The Mayor welcomed everyone to the meeting and the Open Session commenced.
Cllr Dr Byrd as SKDC councillor reported that the Local Government Review would be announced by Government within the next couple of weeks. SKDC’s Local Plan will be considered at South Kesteven District Council’s Cabinet meeting in a couple of weeks.
It was RESOLVED unanimously to open the meeting.
44. Chairman’s Welcome & Introductions
The Chairman welcomed everyone to the meeting
45. To note apologies and accept valid reason for absence
Apologies of absence were received prior to the meeting from Cllr Hughes, Cllr Neilson, Cllr Mrs Sked and Cllr Mrs Steel.
46. Declarations of interest under the Localism Act 2011
Cllr Broughton signed the declarations of interest regarding agenda item 7.
7.33 Cllr Wey joined the meeting.
47. Acceptance of minutes of Annual meeting held on 10 June 2026
Cllr Mrs Jones asked members if they were to accept the minutes of the meeting of 10 June 2026. It was RESOLVED unanimously to accept the notes of the meeting as a true and accurate record. The Chairman signed the minutes.
7.34 Cllr Ms Banks joined the meeting.
48. Reports: Including reports from Committees: Planning and Highways, Deepings Neighbourhood plan, Amenities and Open Spaces, Finance and Personnel, Mayor’s report and the Clerk’s report.
Planning & Highways
Cllr Dr Byrd reported that a number of Councillors attended Allison Homes pre-application consultation event which took place on 24 June. The planning application will be submitted shortly to South Kesteven District Council.
Deepings Neighbourhood Plan (DNP)
Cllr Dr Byrd informed that the DNP will be visiting the Deepings 6th form students at the school to carry out a consultation with the next generation, the purpose is to provide an opportunity for students to put forward their views on how they would like the Deepings to develop and progress in the coming years.
Amenities and Open Spaces
The next meeting of the Amenities and Open Spaces Committee will be taking place on Wednesday 15 July, an update will follow at the Full Council meeting in September.
Finance and Personnel
Finance and Personnel met earlier this evening and there was nothing to report.
Mayor
The Mayor attended the following:
Tuesday 16th June, Allison Homes – cheque presentation, Deepings Community Library, Market Deeping
Monday 22nd June, Peterborough City Council, Fly the Flag Ceremony for Armed Forces
Wednesday 24th June, Allison Homes Stakeholder Preview for Cllrs re land East of Peterborough Road, Community Centre, Market Deeping
Sunday 28th June, Market Deeping Town Council, Civic Service, St Guthlac’s Church, Market Deeping
Friday 3rd July, Fenland District Council, Chairman’s Civic Reception
Tuesday 7th July, East Anglian Veteran’s Association meeting, Peterborough.
Deputy Mayor
The Deputy Mayor attended the following:
Sunday 28th June, Market Deeping Town Council, Civic Service, St Guthlac’s Church, Market Deeping
Clerk’s Report – 8th July 2026
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Lincolnshire County Council are being advised by a Hydrogeologist to advise them re best solution for repairing the borehole. In the meantime, the Town Centre car park has been made tidier.It is hoped that its’ current state will be improved upon due to the Raft Race taking place on 2 August 2026. |
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Market Deepings Civic Service was held on 28 June 2026.It was attended by over 50 people and everyone enjoyed a lovely afternoon tea in the Green School afterwards. |
The Mayor informed that she had received some lovely feedback from neighbouring councils who had attended the service. |
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Stamford’s Christmas Market date has been changed to 6 December 2026.Ours is Sunday 29 November 2026. |
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The installation of the Town Centre clock will take place on 23 July 2026. |
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The hanging baskets are up and are brightening up the town centre. |
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The Clerks and Mayor will be attending the LALC Summer Conference on 12 July 2026 in Lincoln, so the office will be closed. |
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49. Correspondence to be noted and resolved upon
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Correspondence to be Noted – Received up to 8 July 2026 |
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Received from |
Date Received |
Subject |
Committee Response |
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1. |
L.C.C. |
15.6.26 |
Lincs Mineral and Waste Local plan – version Reg 19 Consultation |
Noted. |
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DNP |
15.6.26 |
The Deepings Plan vision survey |
Noted. |
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3. |
Countryside Charity Rutland and Lincs |
16.6.26 |
CPRE parish Update and Telephone Kiosk Restoration Grant |
Noted. |
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4. |
RSN |
17.6.26 |
RSN weekly newsletter |
Noted. |
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5. |
SKDC |
22.6.26 |
Community grant funding workshop |
Noted. |
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6. |
LCC |
22.6.26 |
Proposed developed of a mainstream SEND Hub (Market Deeping Community Primary School) |
Noted. |
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7. |
RSN |
24.6.26 |
RSN weekly newsletter |
Noted. |
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8. |
Environment agency |
29.6.26 |
Maintenance information for constituents |
Noted. |
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LCC |
30.6.26 |
Parish and Town Council newsletter June 26 |
Noted. |
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10. |
Market Deeping County Primary |
7.7.26 |
Concerns re rough sleeper |
SKDC are supporting the rough sleeper. |
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Correspondence to be Acted Upon – Received up to 8th July 2026 |
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Received from |
Date Received |
Subject |
Committee Response |
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DSJ PC |
29.06.26 |
Deepings Practice Survey results- feedback to be with Clerk for collation by 10.7.26 |
Councillors had received a copy of the survey results and were requested to send any feedback to the Town Clerk by 10 July. |
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SKDC |
02.07.26 |
LGR Briefings to be held in July following announcement on 16.7.26 (names of attendees needed) |
Councillors were informed that there are two briefings taking place should they wish to attend. Cllr Mrs Jones would like to attend the event in Grantham on 28 July. |
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DNP |
8.7.26 |
Objection to 111 houses on Peterborough Road – Allison development |
Cllr Dr Byrd informed that the objection from DNP regarding the pre-application is due to the land being earmarked for employment opportunities. DNP would review their response if an alternative piece of land was identified for employment opportunities. The planning application will be submitted shortly to SKDC. |
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RBL |
08.07.26 |
Request for financial contribution towards travel expenses for drummer at Remembrance Parade |
It was RESOLVED unanimously that MDTC would contribute towards travel expenses to a limit of £50. |
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Resident |
8.7.26 |
Request re-employment opportunity as litter picker. |
It was agreed that the request will be discussed at the next Amenities and Open Spaces Committee meeting on 15 July. |
50. Council Finances
a) Income and expenditure by cost centre
Members had received a copy of the Council Finances and Omega report prior to the meeting. Cllr Mrs Jones asked if there were any questions. There were none.
b) Accounts to be paid for July and permission to pay in August 2026
It was RESOLVED unanimously that the council pay its bills for July and permission to pay in August 2026. See appendix A.
c) For members to review Council Finances to 30.6.26
The balance in accounts at 30.6.26 were as follows:
Current account - £86,865
General savings - £22,827
Cemetery land a/c - £58,366
CCLA - £375,872
Petty cash - £1,184
CCLA – Charter Ave - £355,364
Total £900,478 Total cash and Investments
It was RESOLVED unanimously to accept the report.
d) For members to review detailed income and expenditure to 30.6.26
It was RESOLVED unanimously to accept the detailed income and expenditure to 30.06.26
e) For members to review EMRs for 30.06.26 and 31.07.26
The Clerk pointed out that in June £547 had been spent on Cemetery fencing (25% deposit) from EMR 332 Community Assets and £4,594 had been spent on new swings on John Eve Park from EMR 338 Play Equipment.
In July £5480 will be spent on fencing for Charter Avenue allotments £3000 from EMR 335 – Allotments and £2480 from EMR 355 – Charter Avenue.
It was RESOLVED unanimously to accept the EMRs for 30.06.26 and 31.07.26.
51. For members to consider payment of precepted amounts to the Citizen’s Advice Bureau, The Deepings Community Library and the MadCaps Summer Playscheme
It was RESOLVED unanimously to pay the sum of £5,433 for Citizen’s Advice Bureau.
It was RESOLVED unanimously to pay the sum of £8,500 for Deepings Community Library.
It was RESOLVED unanimously to pay the sum of £1,995 to MadCaps Summer Playscheme and if required the Chair and Town Clerk would have the discretion to increase this up to the agreed precepted amount.
52. For Councillors to receive an update on the borehole
Cllr Mrs Jones reported that the hydrogeologist report had been received by Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) who are considering the report. It is hoped that the Town Council will be informed by the end of July what course of action LCC will be taking to repair the borehole. LCC have tidied up the Market Place area and reduced the area that is behind barriers.
Cllr Mrs Jones informed that hoarding will be placed on the railings to try and keep the area tidy. LCC are aware of forthcoming events but the repair work will not be concluded prior to the raft race.
53. To consider a grant aid application from Community 4x4
It was agreed that this would be deferred until September to allow information to be submitted by Community 4x4.
54. For Councillors to receive an update on liaison with schools and colleges
Cllr Mrs Jones informed that the art work for the hoarding is awaited.
Cllr Mrs Jones informed that primary schools have been invited to use the council chamber and communication regarding the Christmas card competition is ongoing.
Cllr Broughton informed that some students will be helping him weed the allotments on Tuesday 14 July.
55. For Councillors to consider a contribution to the Bark in the Park event
It was RESOLVED unanimously to contribute £50 to the Bark in the Park event.
56. For members to consider arrangements for forthcoming events: Christmas Fayre 29th November 2026. Race Night and Charity Bingo
Christmas Fayre - Cllr Mrs Jones informed that New River Retail had given permission in principle to use some of their car park if required for the Christmas Fayre. Local pub has offered to obtain performers for the event i.e. the Grinch.
Race Night – event to take place this side of Christmas - date to be agreed.
Charity Bingo will take place next year.
Cllr Broughton reported that 26 explorers were invited to assist in clearing rubbish at the allotments. The explorers worked extremely hard for two hours and the area now looks a lot tidier. It is hoped that a grand opening will take place in Spring 2027.
57. For members to consider and discuss any points raised in the public session
There were no points raised in the public session.
58. Personnel Matters: Consideration to go into Closed Session to discuss: Staff Issues
There were none.
59. To consider items for inclusion on the agenda at the next meeting of the Town Council, to be held at The Town Hall, Market Deeping on Wednesday 9 September 2026
There were none at this time.
The Chairman thanked all members for attending and declared the meeting closed at 8.10pm.
The next scheduled meeting of the Full Council will be held on Wednesday 9 September 2026.
Chairman’s signature........................................
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Attachments: Appendix A