Minutes of the Meeting of Broughton Community Council
on Wednesday 17 December 2025
Members
Members
Cllr. F. Derbyshire (Chair)
Cllr. J Pettigrew (Vice Chair)*
Councillor C Lovett* Councillor Mrs B Parry-Jones
Councillor S. Evans-Turner Councillor T Alan Edwards
Councillor Mrs E Jones Councillor C Williams
Councillor A Lovett* Cllr. J. Williams*
Cllr. N. Williams* Cllr. S. Feely
Cllr A Hughes
*Absent
- APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
Apologies were received from A. Lovett, C. Lovett and N. Williams. All apologies were accepted.
- DECLARATIONS OF PERSONAL INTEREST
None.
- YOUTH PROVISION
As members of the public were present in relation to this item it was agreed to bring it forward on the agenda.
The Clerk reminded Members that the community council had previously agreed to terminate the youth provision service provided by Wrexham County Borough Council. This decision was based on the perceived lack of value for money, given the cost, low numbers attending, and a failure to impact on anti-social behaviour.
A member of the public stated that she was disappointed by the decision. She felt that the Youth Provision Team helped with mental health issues and that the staff do break up fights, stop fires being lit etc. The service also helps young people develop confidence and self-esteem. The Team delivers a wide range of activities including sport, craft and exercise. However perhaps it could have been advertised better to increase participation.
The community council agreed to stick by the decision to end the provision through Wrexham Council, given the cost.
However it was agreed that if volunteers to run the sessions could be identified the community council would assist with funding, in terms of training, DBS registration , equipment etc.
It was therefore agreed a future meeting be held with potential volunteers if they could be identified.
- COMMUNITY COUNCIL VACANCIES
The Clerk stated that the closing dates had expired for the above.
Bryn Cefn Ward
Two applications had been received for the Bryn Cefn Ward.
It was agreed to appoint Mr Stephen Billington.
Gwenfro Ward
Only one application had been received
It was agreed to appoint Mr. Gary Davies.
Cllr. B. Parry-Jones abstained on the consideration of all three applications.
- MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 12 NOVEMBER 2025
The minutes of the meeting were accepted as a true and accurate record.
Matters arising
Page 1 – Bus Shelter
The bus shelter had now been installed on High Street, Pentre Broughton.
Page 2 – Remembrance Sunday
It was pointed out that Ms. Barbara Jones would liaise with the community council in helping to organise the 2026 event but that final decisions on format, finance etc rested with the community council.
Page 2 – Xmas Lights
It was highlighted that there had been more failures with the lights this year compared to previous years. One reason is that some of the motifs had stared letting in water, which could be an indication of their age. Mega Electrical, our street lighting contractor was taking them down, replacing the worn part and rewelding them.
However it may be that the community council will need to start replacing some in the near future.
- FINANCE
Budget Priorities 2026/27
The Clerk presented a report which highlighted a number of key areas and services which Members may wish to consider when considering the Precept for 2026/27.
Precept Report – 2026/27
In addition the Clerk presented a Precept Report, which detailed expenditure for 2025/26 on the various cost centres and an estimated budget required for 2026/27.
The report also gave Members options in terms of the implications of potential precept levels for the coming year.
It was agreed to set the 2026/27 Precept at a figure of £189,820 i.e. the same figure as the previous year.
SUMMARY OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE – NOVEMBER 2025
Members agreed payments amounting to £ 12,008.95
(Payments inc. VAT where Applicable)
Income – Nil
Expenditure
| Date | Payer | Method of Payment
|
Amount
£ |
| 3 Nov 2025 | Go Cardless -Scribe Accounting Subscription | DD | 38.40 |
| 3 Nov 2025 | Go Cardless -Scribe Cemetery Subscription | DD | 88.80 |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Elan City – Speed Sign (Southsea Road) | BACS | 2,867.99 |
| 8 Nov 2028 | AVOW – December Salaries | BACS | 2,895.68 |
| 10 Nov 2028 | B & Q – Plants – Memorial Gates (Env. Budget) | Visa | 77.00 |
| 10 Nov 2025 | B & Q – Plants – Memorial Gates (Env. Budget) | Visa | 8.00 |
| 12 Nov 2025 | Amazon – Padlock & Signs (Cemetery) | Visa | 21.37 |
| 18 Nov 2025 | Wrexham CAB – Outreach Service (Oct – Dec 2025) | BACS | 2,250.00 |
| 18 Nov 2025 | Mega Electrical – Faults April – Sept 2025 | BACS | 1,659.13 |
| 21 Nov 2025 | SSE – November Energy Costs | DD | 1,485.14 |
| 25 Nov 2025 | Amazon – Batteries for Xmas Tree Lights | Visa | 18.95 |
| 25 Nov 2025 | Amazon – Xmas Tree Lights | Visa | 56.07 |
| 26 Nov 2025 | Mega Electrical – Install Speed Sign | Visa | 480.00 |
| 28 Nov 2025 | B & Q – Batteries for Xmas Lights | Visa | 6.50 |
| 28 Nov 2025 | B & Q- Batteries for Xmas Lights | Visa | 28.95 |
| 28 Nov 2025 | The Range – Batteries for Xmas Lights | Visa | 26.97 |
| TOTAL £ 12,008.95 | |||
Bank Balances at 30 November 2025 :
Business Account : £ 124,045.78
Deposit Account : £ 118,860.17
Total : £ 242,905.95
Members also authorised payments to be made amounting to £ 11,988.40.
INVOICES FOR AUTHORISATION
DECEMBER MEETING
(Copies Available for Inspection)
2 Dec 2025 Digital Issue – Website Maintenance &
Hosting Fees – Jan – Dec 2026 £1,800.00
3 Dec 2025 GW Shelter Solutions- Bus Shelter,
High Street, Pentre Broughton £ 6,188.40
11 Dec 2025 Mega Electrical – Install & Test Xmas
Lights £ 3,300.00
12 Dec 2025 Hedge Cutting, Brynteg Memorial Park £ 700.00
TOTAL £ 11,988.40
76 PLANNING APPLICATIONS
None.
- CORRESPONDENCE
- An SLA from Wrexham CBC for the provision of CCTV cameras at Darby Road and Solway Banks at a cost of £1500 per camera. The Clerk reminded Members that the community council had previously notified Wrexham CBC that it was no longer willing to pay for the camera on Rockwood Road, .
The Clerk was given authority to sign the SLS for a period of five years.
- Three quotes had been received for the installation of an additional water supply and tap at the cemetery.
Even though it was not the lowest quote it was agreed to accept the quote from AM Utility Services as it appeared to provide a wider scope of work.
- The Clerk at met on site with Mega Electrical to look at the feasibility of installing an additional lighting column at the top of School Lane, one of the main routes for children and parents to Ysgol Penrhyn. It appears that there is a mains supply available.
Mega Electrical would supply a quote for that one and potentially also one at the bottom of the lane.
- MEMBER REPORTS
- A Member reported an incident in New Broughton. The Clerk was asked to explore the feasibility of mobile CCTV cameras.
- A Member asked about the feasibility of a solar powered lighting column on Westminster Road.
Signed …………………………………… (Chair)
Date …………………………
