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Election or Co-option? That is the question
On Monday 8th September Town Council meetings resume in Wincanton after the summer break. Following recent resignations they are looking to fill vancancies.
Councils Clash - Parking Meter Bullet Dodged in Wincanton
A recent altercation between Wincanton Town Council and South Somerset District Council has finally cleared up some of the confusion caused by prior miscommunication that may have lead to the introduction of parking meters in Wincanton. We're now safe for at least three years.
A Summary of the Town Council Meeting on 10th March 2014
Given the heightened interest in, and concern about the future of car parking charges in Wincanton, the latest meeting of the Town Council on Monday 10th March was eagerly attended in hope of further information.
A Summary of the Town Council Meeting to Discuss Parking
On Monday 24th February, residents and business owners attended a meeting of Wincanton Town Council, with particular interest in a discussion about parking in the Town Centre. This is a record, as I understand it, of the options presented.
Parking Meters in Wincanton – The Debate Continues
The next Wincanton Town Council meeting this Monday, 24th February will see 'Parking' back on the agenda. Arguments may be put forward in favour of introducing parking meters after all. Come to the meeting and help our Councillors make the right decision!
Notice of Co-Option of a Town Councillor
A casual vacancy has arisen on the Town Council, due to resignation. Since no electors have called for an election, the Council will fill this vacancy by co-option at its meeting on Monday 10th June 2013.
Let's Be Clear On How Town Cash Is Spent
Wincanton Town Council has written to other market towns over councillors' fears money from the town will be spent in Yeovil. Councillors say they don't want money for community facilities generated from agreements with developers in Wincanton going elsewhere.
Civil Parking Enforcement in Wincanton
I have recently received information regarding on-street parking with regard to civil parking enforcement in Somerset and an update for Town and Parish Councils.
Youngsters to Receive a Mug for the Diamond Jubilee
Special celebration mugs will be handed out free to school children from Wincanton this summer to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. A Town Council jubilee committee was set up earlier this year to decide how to commemorate the event.
Parking Charges in Wincanton - Wincanton Town Council's Proposals
Wincanton Town Council sets out its proposals following negotiations with South Somerset District Council, and last week's vote at a public meeting, to keep car parking free in Wincanton.
Parking Charges - Locals Vote to Increase Town Council Precept
A report of the crowded public meeting in Churchfields which discussed the potential introduction of car parking charges. An overwhelming majority voted in favour of accepting an increase in the precept rate in order to keep the car parks free.
Parking Charges in Wincanton - Urgent Public Meeting Wednesday 25th January
If you live, work in, or regularly visit Wincanton, you are invited to a public meeting on 25th January from 4:30pm, to help us stop the introduction of parking charges in our town car parks.
A Personal Message From Your Town Councillors
In my new role as Editor, I thought I'd write to our Town Councillors to introduce myself and invite them to let us know what they're up to on our behalf these days. I got a surprising response.
Wincanton People's Plan Questionnaire - Make Yours Count!
You have just received a questionnaire from The Wincanton People's Plan. This is your chance to tell us what you think about Wincanton so that we can update the 20 year Town Plan.
Town Council Grants for 2012
Don't Delay! Get your application for a grant from Wincanton Town Council in by October 26th.
Wincanton Town Council Election 2011 Results
Our Town Council election results were released last Friday, 6th May, a little later than those of the District Council. Of 17 candidates 15 were successfully elected, including several new names. Here is a full table of the results.
Edward Hoadley - Candidate for Wincanton Town Council Elections
My name is Edward Hoadley and I am standing for election to Wincanton Town Council. This short article will give you an idea of who I am and why I want to stand for the Town Council.
An Interview with Town Councillor Christine Dean
"No kudos in being a councillor." Christine Dean talks about her work as a town councillor and why she does it.
Mayor's Ball Raises £2,500 for WCH Scanner Appeal
Tickets were sold out for this charity event which raised money for Wincanton Community Hospital's Scanner Appeal.
Civic Service in Wincanton Parish Church
Mayors and other visitors from surrounding town support the Mayor's Civic Service on the 6th of March.
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