Agenda and draft minutes
Venue: The Ballroom, Pinewood Studios, Pinewood Rd, Slough, Iver SL0 0NH
Contact: Katherine Farooqi
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Welcome and Introductions Minutes: The Chairman welcomed attendees to the meeting. |
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Apologies Minutes: Apologies were received from Susie Simkins, Cllr Steve Bowles, Christine Urry, Rachael Marber, Cllr Wendy Matthews and Cllr Peter Stanhope |
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Declarations of Interest Minutes: There were none. |
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Minutes of the last meeting PDF 108 KB Minutes: The minutes of the meeting held 5th May 2022 were agreed as an accurate record. |
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Progress from Pinewood PDF 564 KB
· Five Points Roundabout · New trees and ecology · Bike racks Minutes: The team at Pinewood Studios were introduced and gave a presentation on the progress from Pinewood which was appended to these minutes.
The following points were highlighted:
PDSF development updates- Five Points Roundabout
Community Matters under PSDF
The Futures Festival was hosted by Pinewood Studios in November 2022 and welcomed over 3,700 students for an immersive event to inspire and educate young people about the filmmaking industry. Twenty-three schools and colleges across Buckinghamshire attended and students were able to meet ... view the full minutes text for item 5. |
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Items from Parishes · Parking and traffic management · Litter and waiting taxis/private hire vehicle
Minutes: M Wright, Pinewood Studios advised the six oak trees which had died were replanted today. The trees had been planted nearer the site boundary on a field as part of phase three away from the clay ground which was hindering growth. It was confirmed phase three planning consent was granted last year however, there was no planned start date as of yet.
In response to concerns regarding litter on the site boundary there was monthly patrols around the area of fencing. Rabbit wire had been installed along the boundary and it was hoped the area looked tidier. A Member highlighted polystyrene on the boundary and detritus on Pinewood Road cycleway and pavement. It was confirmed that whilst Pinewood Studios do own sweeper vehicles they would not have insurance to sweep public pavements. The Highways Officer for Buckinghamshire Council confirmed a local area technician would assess the pavements and seek to have the trees and bushes sided out.
Members of the Board raised concerns about waiting taxis in Pinewood Green and potential safety and environmental issues. It was advised Pinewood had reminded customers and contractors not to ask drivers to wait in their vehicles as they had access to the reception area. A taxi waiting area at Pinewood Studios was under consideration and the practicalities were being reviewed. There was a discussion that no waiting signs, traffic wardens or parking restrictions could be considered as solutions. It was highlighted Pinewood security do record number plates and contact companies regarding nuisance parking however, vehicles cannot be moved from public highways.
An update was provided on parking and traffic management, the sky visitor system allowed visitors to pre-register their vehicle details reducing queue times. A planning application was underway for a multi-storey car park with capacity for 800 vehicles removing the need for 1200 vehicles entering Pinewood Studios main entrance. The redistribution of traffic was essential to reduce parking in the surrounding areas. There would be designated areas for taxis and waiting zones. Over 300 pine trees would be planted around the car park to increase biodiversity and to shield noise. The car park was anticipated to start in May 2023 with a contractor selected.
All Pinewood Studios consultations, upcoming projects and planning applications were available to view at Pinewood Studios Communications Hub (pinewoodcommunications.co.uk). There was a request for further engagement from Pinewood with community groups and for events to be held in the community.
A Member of the Group highlighted the maintenance of ditches behind the houses on Pinewood Green. The ditches had been subject to flooding and needed clearing as some concrete posts had collapsed between Pinewood and the Council’s land. It was confirmed Pinewood had met with John Rosetti regarding this issue and a solution would be sought and discussed with the relevant community groups. |
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Agenda Items for Next Meeting · Terms of reference Minutes: The Terms of Reference would be discussed at the next meeting.
There was a discussion regarding the Colne Valley Regional Park’s objection to the Screen Hub development.
A Member queried if there would be a footpath from Seven Hills Road eastwards. It was advised whilst this was not a condition on the current Screen Hub UK application, it was included as part of the S106 agreement. If the application was approved a footpath would be installed from the main gate turning left. It was advised the S106 agreement would be published after the Strategic Sites meeting in February.
A Member of the group raised the issue of flooding and discharge in the area and concerns around the source of this. It was highlighted in October and inspections had taken place. It was confirmed the water was not running from Pinewood east however the issue would continue to be investigated. Members were advised to report further discharge and water to the Environment Agency. |
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Date of Next Meeting To be confirmed. Minutes: The date of the next meeting would be confirmed, it was advised after Easter would be a suitable time. |