Town Council Meeting – 14 April 2026

8 April 2026

Stokesley Town Council

The next meeting of Stokesley Town Council will take place on Tuesday 14 April 2026 commencing at 7.15 pm.

The formal Agenda will be preceded by an open forum at 7 pm where members of the Public, the Police, and North Yorkshire Councillor are invited to speak. Please note members of the public will be allowed to make statements, ask questions, or provide evidence on items on the agenda but this will be limited to 3 minutes per person.

A G E N D A

1. NOTICE OF MEETING

• Public notice of the meeting has been given in accordance with Schedule 12, paragraph 10(2) of the Local Government Act 1972.

2. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

1. To receive the apologies for absence received in advance of the meeting.

2. To consider the reasons for absence provided.

3. DECLARATIONS OF INTERESTS IN ITEMS ON THE AGENDA

4. MINUTES

To confirm as a true record the minutes of the Town Council meeting held on 10 March 2026.

5. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. To agree the monthly statements for March 2026 circulated on 8.4.26.

2. To note the payments made in March 2026 (attached at Appendix 1).

3. To receive the Income Account Statement for February 2026 circulated on 10.3.26.

6. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION Town Council

1. To review the Strategic Objectives for 2025/26:-

   • a. Cobbles.

   • b. Parking. To receive the Off Street Parking Places Order 2026 and associated map for approval and signing circulated on 8.4.26.

   • c. Endeavour Footpath.

2. To agree the Strategic Objectives for 2026/27.

3. Press Releases / Newsletter – to note the copy deadline for the next edition is 8 May so any articles for inclusion to be with the Clerk by 1 May 2026.

4. Legionella Risk Assessments.

5. Scout Hut.

6. Banking Hub.

7. Unspent S106 Funds for Stokesley.

8. Fairfield Road Old Play Park.

9. Yorkshire in Bloom.

10. Business Continuity Plan.

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Committees and Working Groups

1. To receive the minutes from the Communications and Events Committee held on 17 March 2026.

2. To receive the minute from the Employment Committee held on 31 March 2026.

Correspondence/Complaints received

1. To receive the e-mail from a resident requesting support for the Tanton Fields Boundary Removal and Ongoing Complaints against Tilia circulated on 29.3.26.

7. NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL (NYC)

Planning Applications

1. To review and respond to the following Stokesley Planning Applications:- ZB26/00338/TPO – Lyndhurst, 31 Springfield – Works to trees (T12 and T13) subject to a tree preservation order 1991/16.

ZB26/0353/LBC – 14 West Green – Listed building consent for the installation of through floor lift.

ZB26/00392/FUL – 29 A College Square – Application to change 7 single glazed wooden sash windows and one French door to double glazed sash UPVC windows and a UPVC double glazed French door.

ZB25/02162/FUL – 40 College Square – Application for the replacement of 5 no. windows timber framed to UPVC double glazed to the front of the property.

Planning Decisions

2. To receive the Planning Application decisions from NYC: Applications Granted

ZB26/00089/ADV and ZB26/00080/LBC – The Spread Eagle, 39 High Street – Listed building consent for fixing of 1no. externally illuminated fascia sign 1no. externally illuminated projection sign 2no. non illuminated amenity signs.

ZB26/00222/FUL – 46 Meadowfield – Erection of proposed single storey extension.

ZB26/00237/FUL – 17 Riverslea – Application for the removal of existing glazed conservatory and construction of a single storey side extension.

Tree Preservation Order Served

25/00018/TPO2 – Tree Preservation Order 2025 No 18 – order confirmed.

Applications Refused

ZB25/01972/LBC – Sadlers, 59 – 61 High Street – Retrospective application for alterations to front elevation.

Applications Withdrawn

ZB26/00313/TPO – Springfield House – Application for works to trees subject to a Tree Preservation Order. T8 – Oak Tree and T12 – Cherry Tree.

Planning Appeal

APP/U2750/C/26/3377452 – Il Mulino, Church House, 30 College Square – Appeal ground F against enforcement notice that without permission, the construction of a flue.

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Planning and Development Issues

3. Enforcement Issues reported to NYC

To receive the update on current Enforcement Cases from County Cllr Griffiths and the update from the Enforcement Officer circulated on 17.3.26.

• a. Taylor Wimpey Estate.

• b. British Legion Club Site, North Road.

• c. Tilia Estate – planning conditions.

• d. Brierley Development.

• e. 47 High Street (formerly the Pack Horse Pub).

• f. Morrison, High Street.

• g. Costa Coffee, High Street.

• h. Millbry Hill.

• i. 49 Levenside.

• j. Mind Shop.

• k. Old Natwest Bank.

North Yorkshire Council Correspondence

1. To receive the Crisis and Resilience Fund information circulated on 29.3.26.

8. POLICE

To receive the Police report.

9. YLCA

1. To receive the White Rose Updates.

2. To receive the Training E—Bulletins.

3. To receive the Law and Governance Bulletins.

4. To receive the Chief Executive bulletins.

Items tabled for information

None received.

9. EXCLUSION OF THE PRESS AND PUBLIC

In accordance with Paragraph 1 (2) of The Public Bodies (Admission to Meetings) Act 1960, the Town Council can RESOLVE that the press and public be excluded from the meeting to deal with items of a confidential nature.

The Annual Town Meeting will take place on Tuesday 28 April 2026 and the Town Council Annual Meeting will take place on Tuesday 12 May 2026.

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APPENDIX 1

STOKESLEY TOWN COUNCIL -MARCH 2026

ACCOUNTS REPORT

Payments

Supplier	Reason	Value £
Salaries	Weeks 48 - 52	5288.73
HMRC	PAYE/NIC Month 12	1119.16
Sage	IT Support	147.52
HFC Systems	Office 365	114.28
Clear Business	Phone / Internet	92.69
The Cumbrian Clock	Clock Maintenance (refunded by Manorial Lands Trust)	4518.00
Company
Stewart Forbes Electrical	Clock Maintenance (refunded by Manorial Land s Trust)	432.00
Services
C G Robinson & Sons	Grass Cutting– Open Spaces / Trees	2740.09
Wigin Landscaping	Tree Work – MonthlyPayment	250.00
MBP Groundcare	Hedge Work SLA x 2	695.00
Glasdon Uk Ltd	Memorial Bench – Open Spaces / PlayAreas	842.82
British Gas	Electricity– Open Spaces / Toilets	102.87
Wave	Water – Open Spaces / Toilets	125.85
Amazon	CleaningProducts – Open Spaces / Toilets	18.99
LesleyPalmer	Newsletter	160.00
Wave	Allotments Water	290.57
D.E. Lloyd Locksmiths	Padlocks – Allotments Maintenance	244.54
Town Hall Trust	MeetingRents	230.00
Chipchase Manners	External Audit	624.00
Barclays	Bank Charges - Miscellaneous	8.50
H M Land Registry	Land Search	14.00
Wonderwall Products Ltd	Notice Boards (payment for 3 reimbursed from Town Hall)	2214.00
YLCA	Training	10.00
Catch Designs	Website (Manorial Lands Trust reimbursed half)	568.80
Total		20852.41

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STOKESLEY TOWN COUNCIL

The Meeting of the Town Council was held on Tuesday 14 April 2026 at 7 pm

in Stokesley Town Hall

Present : Cllrs Sally Atkinson, Sean Carey, David Cook, Claire Craster, Bryn Griffiths, Chris Johnson and Gary Yuille.

Town Clerk – Mrs Julie McLuckie and 5 residents.

In accordance with the notice of meeting a public forum session took place from 7pm to 7.15pm.

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) – County Cllr Griffiths informed members that NYC have carried out a survey of the wooden church footbridge following concerns regarding the deterioration of some of the wooden planks. They have concluded that it is not currently dangerous but that they will carry out routine checks and when appropriate will replace the bridge.

The Government have changed some of the rules in relation to Local Plans which means that the NYC Local Plan will now have some areas recategorised and NYC have advised that this work will take up to two years.

County Cllr Griffiths would request that the NYC reconsider their position regarding banners on the railings of the Show Field Car Park and that they look to introduce an agreed procedure. The Clerk requested that County Cllr Giffiths obtain an update on when the new lighting column’s part installed on the Levenside would be completed and that the groundwork be reinstated appropriately.

Three residents from White Thorn Close in Stokesley were in attendance and requested the support of the Town Council following the removal of a mature Hawthorn Hedge by the Tilia developers. The removal of this large established hedge has left their properties exposed and is in breach of their planning approval. The residents have tried to get appropriate action to this through NYC but are disappointed with the lack of response and despite reassurances from Tilia about installing larger fences at the rear of their properties this has not happened and Tilia have chose to simply plant 90cm whips which will take a long time to grow. This item would be discussed further under Correspondence.

Two representatives from the River Leven Group were in attendance and requested approval to host a ‘Riverfest’ Event from 28 May 2027 to 6 June 2027. This event would promote the riverside and its heritage and offer information and guidance on how we can maintain the river health etc. The event would be supported by the Tees River Trust, the Environment Agency and Northumbrian Water and it is hoped that it will become and annual event. The event would include music, art, poetry, historical information and advice and guidance. RESOLVED that the Town Council and the Manorial Lands Trust were supportive of this proposal and look forward to receiving further information as it develops.

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1/14/04/26 NOTICE OF MEETING

RESOLVED that the public notice of the meeting had been provided in accordance with Schedule 12, paragraph 10(2) of the Local Government Act 1972.

2/14/04/26 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

1. RESOLVED that the from Cllrs Mike Canavan and Graham Sowerby be received.

2. RESOLVED that the reasons for absence provided be approved.

3/14/04/26 DECLARATIONS OF INTERESTS IN ITEMS ON THE AGENDA

RESOLVED none declared.

4/14/04/26 MINUTES

RESOLVED that the minutes of the Town Council meeting held on 10 March 2026 be agreed and signed as a true record.

5/14/04/26 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. RESOLVED that the monthly statements for March 2026 circulated on 8.4.26 be received.

2. RESOLVED that the payments made in March 2026 (attached at Appendix 1 be received.

3. RESOLVED that the Investment Income Account Statement for Febraury 2026 circulated on 10.3.26 be received.

6/14/04/26 MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION Town Council

1. Strategic Objectives for 2025/26: -

   • a. Cobbles. RESOLVED that no further update has been received from NYC and that County Cllr Griffiths request an update. The identified repairs to some of the Manorial Land cobbles is scheduled to take place in the coming weeks and the Clerk would obtain a further quote for the cobble’s repairs required adjacent to properties on Levenside and in Millburns Yard. It was agreed that the Manorial Lands Trustees would continue to ensure that the cobbled areas under their control are maintained but that the areas leased to NYC be removed as a strategic objective for 2026/27 because this work needs to be completed by NYC.

   • b. Parking. RESOLVED that the revised Off Street Parking Places Order (OSPPO) 2026 and associated map circulated on 8.4.26 be received and approved and signed. It is disappointing that despite reassurances from NYC to progress required actions by the beginning of March that they still have not responded, and County Cllr Griffiths was asked to chase this as a matter of urgency because if the information is not received, we will not achieve the target date of 1 June 2026. It was agreed that the Clerk progress the additional lining installation so that we have everything ready for when we introduce the OSPPO.

   • c. Endeavour Footpath. RESOLVED that the Town Council would continue to try and have the allocated funding for the cycle path reallocated but that this be removed as a strategic objective for the coming year.

2. Strategic Objectives for 2026/27 – RESOLVED that the following strategic objectives be set for 2026/27:-

   • a. Electrical Vehicle Charging Points (EVCP) – RESOLVED that the Town Council install EVCP on the High Street to encourage visitors to the Town.

   • b. Riverbank – RESOLVED that the Town Council / Manorial Lands Trust work with the River Leven Group to improve the condition of the riverbank and ensure it is appropriately maintained.

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• c. Fairfield Old Play Park – RESOLVED that following consultation with the residents that the Town Council identify funding to complete the removal of the old play park matting etc and the railings and reinstate this as a grassed open space area.

3. Press Releases / Newsletter – RESOLVED that the deadline for the next copy is 8 May 2026 so any articles for inclusion to be submitted to the clerk by 1 May 2026.

4. Legionella Risk Assessments. RESOLVED that the Clerk has completed the paperwork required and is awaiting a confirmation date for the risk assessments to take place.

5. Scout Hut. RESOLVED that Cllr Atkinson would request an update from the Scout Group.

6. Banking Hub. RESOLVED that following confirmation from LINK that a review would take place we should receive a response in 6 to 7 weeks’ time.

7. Unspent S106 Funds for Stokesley – RESOLVED that the Clerk submit a request for the S106 Commuted Sums for Open Spaces and Village Hall be allocated to install additional accessible play equipment in the Play Park on North Road.

8. Fairfield Road Old Play Park – RESOLVED that the Town Council set this as one of their strategic priorities and identify funding to complete the work as agreed via consultation with the residents.

9. Yorkshire in Bloom - RESOLVED that this would involve to much work and unfortunately there were not enough volunteers to be involved.

10. Business Continuity Plan – RESOLVED that the Business Continuity Plan circulated on 14.4.26 be adopted. This is a ‘living’ document and would require routine updates which will be completed by the Clerk.

Committees and Working Groups

1. RESOLVED that the minutes from the Communications and Events Committee held on 17 March 2026 be received.

2. RESOLVED that the minutes from the Employment Committee held on 31 March 2026 be received.

Correspondence/Complaints received

1. RESOLVED that the e-mail from a resident requesting support for the Tanton Fields Boundary Removal and Ongoing Complaints against Tilia circulated on 29.3.26 be received. The Town Council agreed to write to Homes England as requested and that County Cllr Griffiths escalate this through the appropriate channels at NYC including raising this concern at the next Cabinet meeting. The Clerk would request a meeting with Tilia to discuss this situation with a view to seeking an appropriate solution.

7/14/04/26 NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNCIL (NYC) Planning Applications

1. To review and respond to the following Stokesley Planning Applications:- ZB26/00338/TPO – Lyndhurst, 31 Springfield – Works to trees (T12 and T13) subject to a tree preservation order 1991/16. RESOLVED that Stokesley Town Council supports the comments made by the NYC Tree and Woodland Officer on this application.

ZB26/0353/LBC – 14 West Green – Listed building consent for the installation of through floor lift. RESOLVED no objections and the Town Council recognises that the property will be reverted back to its original condition at an appropriate time.

ZB26/00392/FUL – 29 A College Square – Application to change 7 single glazed wooden sash windows and one French door to double glazed sash UPVC windows and a UPVC double

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glazed French door. RESOLVED that based on the location plan provided the application relates to 24 College Square, and not No.29A. The Design and Access Statement fails to identify clearly that the subject property is located within the Stokesley Conservation Area, a significant factor when considering this application. The application identifies that the existing single-glazed timber-framed bay windows on the ground floor are to remain in place 'maintain the elevation characteristics of the building', but that the currently identical existing singleglazed timber-framed bay windows on the first floor would be replaced with double-glazed uPVC frames. The suitability of having such a contrast between the dominant widows on the front elevation of the property is questioned. The applicant has failed to provide detailed drawings and specifications for the proposed replacement windows which would support his assertion that they would 'not be of detriment to the character' of the building. Such additional information should be provided prior to any positive determination of this application.

ZB25/02162/FUL – 40 College Square – Application for the replacement of 5 no. windows timber framed to UPVC double glazed to the front of the property. RESOLVED that this application fails to identify if the current windows are single or double glazed. Subject to the Conservation Officer finding the replacement with uPVC framed double glazed windows which replicate the design of the current timber framed windows acceptable, then no objection.

ZB26/00451/MRC – Millbry Hill, 47 Levenside – removal or variation of a condition 2 to previously approved application ZB25/01332/FUL (External alterations). RESOLVED that the Town Council strongly object to this application and want to see this window reinstated. This window was a distinct heritage feature in our Conservation area and one that should not have been removed.

Planning Decisions

2. To receive the Planning Application decisions from NYC: Applications Granted

ZB26/00089/ADV and ZB26/00080/LBC – The Spread Eagle, 39 High Street – Listed building consent for fixing of 1no. externally illuminated fascia sign 1no. externally illuminated projection sign 2no. non illuminated amenity signs.

ZB26/00222/FUL – 46 Meadowfield – Erection of proposed single storey extension.

ZB26/00237/FUL – 17 Riverslea – Application for the removal of existing glazed conservatory and construction of a single storey side extension.

Tree Preservation Order Served

25/00018/TPO2 – Tree Preservation Order 2025 No 18 – order confirmed.

Applications Refused

ZB25/01972/LBC – Sadlers, 59 – 61 High Street – Retrospective application for alterations to front elevation.

Planning Appeal

APP/U2750/C/26/3377452 – Il Mulino, Church House, 30 College Square – Appeal ground F against enforcement notice that without permission, the construction of a flue.

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Planning and Development Issues

3. Enforcement Issues reported to NYC

RESOLVED that the update on current Enforcement Cases from the Enforcement Officer circulated on 17.3.26 be received. County Cllr Griffiths was asked to revert back that the Town Council do not agree that a lack of response from the business owners of Morrisons and Costa is sufficient reason for them to stop further action. County Cllr Griffiths was asked to take this through the appropriate channels and if necessary raise this at the next NYC Cabinet meeting.

• a. Taylor Wimpey Estate.

• b. British Legion Club Site, North Road.

• c. Tilia Estate – planning conditions.

• d. Brierley Development.

• e. 47 High Street (formerly the Pack Horse Pub).

• f. Morrison, High Street.

• g. Costa Coffee, High Street.

• h. Millbry Hill.

• i. 49 Levenside.

• j. Mind Shop.

• k. Old Natwest Bank.

North Yorkshire Council Correspondence

1. RESOLVED that the Crisis and Resilience Fund information circulated on 29.3.26 be received.

8/14/04/26 POLICE

RESOLVED that the Police report circulated on 2.4.26 be received. A total of 29 Incidents had been reported between 1 March and 31 March 2026.

9/14/04/26 YLCA

1. RESOLVED that the White Rose Updates be received.

2. RESOLVED that the Training E—Bulletins be received.

3. RESOLVED that the Law and Governance Bulletins be received.

4. RESOLVED that the Chief Executive bulletins be received.

Items tabled for information

None received.

10/14/04/2026 EXCLUSION OF THE PRESS AND PUBLIC

In accordance with Paragraph 1 (2) of The Public Bodies (Admission to Meetings) Act 1960, the Town Council RESOLVED that the press and public be excluded from the meeting to deal with items of a confidential nature.

11/14/04/2026 STAFF SALARY PAYMENTS

RESOLVED that the staff salary payments move from weekly to monthly and that this be completed in accordance with the appropriate ACAS procedures.

The meeting closed at 9 pm.

Signed ……………………………………………………..Date ……………………

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APPENDIX 1

STOKESLEY TOWN COUNCIL -MARCH 2026

ACCOUNTS REPORT

Payments

Supplier	Reason	Value £
Salaries	Weeks 48 - 52	5288.73
HMRC	PAYE/NIC Month 12	1119.16
Sage	IT Support	147.52
HFC Systems	Office 365	114.28
Clear Business	Phone / Internet	92.69
The Cumbrian Clock	Clock Maintenance (refunded by Manorial Lands Trust)	4518.00
Company
Stewart Forbes Electrical	Clock Maintenance (refunded by Manorial Land s Trust)	432.00
Services
C G Robinson & Sons	Grass Cutting– Open Spaces / Trees	2740.09
Wigin Landscaping	Tree Work – MonthlyPayment	250.00
MBP Groundcare	Hedge Work SLA x 2	695.00
Glasdon Uk Ltd	Memorial Bench – Open Spaces / PlayAreas	842.82
British Gas	Electricity– Open Spaces / Toilets	102.87
Wave	Water – Open Spaces / Toilets	125.85
Amazon	CleaningProducts – Open Spaces / Toilets	18.99
LesleyPalmer	Newsletter	160.00
Wave	Allotments Water	290.57
D.E. Lloyd Locksmiths	Padlocks – Allotments Maintenance	244.54
Town Hall Trust	MeetingRents	230.00
Chipchase Manners	External Audit	624.00
Barclays	Bank Charges - Miscellaneous	8.50
H M Land Registry	Land Search	14.00
Wonderwall Products Ltd	Notice Boards (payment for 3 reimbursed from Town Hall)	2214.00
YLCA	Training	10.00
Catch Designs	Website (Manorial Lands Trust reimbursed half)	568.80
Total		20852.41

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