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Wincanton Town Council has a vacancy - will you stand?

Fri 13 Dec 2019
By Sam Atherton
Wincanton Town Council has a vacancy - will you stand?

A casual vacancy has arisen on Wincanton 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 Monday 27th January 2020. Contact the Clerk for an application form.

Wincanton has voted to keep free parking [at point of use]

Mon 4 Nov 2019
By Dave Smith
Wincanton has voted to keep free parking [at point of use]

Wincanton's car parks will remain free at the point of use after the Town Council voted overwhelmingly to honour the result of the town-wide survey it undertook during the week leading up to the 18th October.

Wincanton car parking survey closes on Friday 18th

Wed 16 Oct 2019
By Dave Smith
Wincanton car parking survey closes on Friday 18th

Wincanton Town Council has delivered a survey to every eligible residence in the town. Should we agree to pay more Council Tax to cover the cost of parking for everyone, or should we let SSDC install parking meters so those who use them will cover the cost?

Wincanton Town Council's response to SSDC's car parking proposal

Wed 28 Aug 2019
By Dave Smith
Wincanton Town Council's response to SSDC's car parking proposal

Here is Wincanton Town Council's formal response to South Somerset District Council's car parking charges proposal published recently in the Western Gazette and Blackmore Vale Magazine, followed by a list of the reductions in services made by the Town Council in order to pay for the compensation scheme.

Planning the future of Wincanton

Fri 19 Jul 2019
By Dave Smith
Planning the future of Wincanton

An energy of fresh enthusiasm has been building in Wincanton throughout the year, and there are moves afoot to channel it towards the development of the town’s centre and community. The Town Council is keen to involve everyone to capitalise on this important opportunity.

Come and see the design for Wincanton's new skate park

Wed 19 Jun 2019
By Dave Smith
Come and see the design for Wincanton's new skate park

Wincanton Town Council has arranged a follow-up consultation event in the Town Hall on Monday 24th June to make the design for a replacement skate park available for feedback. A member of the design team will be available to discuss ideas and feedback.

Wincanton Town Council election results 2019

Fri 3 May 2019
By Dave Smith
Wincanton Town Council election results 2019

Wincanton's local election results are now in, for both town and district councils. Congratulations to all those elected, and a little extra for Phil Rodgers who wins the right to smugness for the next four years.

Wincanton Town Council election candidates 2019

Thu 18 Apr 2019
By Dave Smith
Wincanton Town Council election candidates 2019

2nd May is polling day for local council elections. Pop in to Wincanton Memorial Hall between 7am and 10pm to vote for your preferred town and district council candidates. Here's a list of the candidates for Wincanton Town Council.

Wincanton's skate park is getting an upgrade!

Mon 8 Apr 2019
By Dave Smith
Wincanton's skate park is getting an upgrade!

Wincanton Town Council is in the early stages of replacing the existing skate park at the Recreation Ground. Come to a consultation event in the Town Hall this Wednesday 10th April, to check out the plans and tell them what you think!

Why should you vote “Yes” on 8th February?

Thu 1 Feb 2018
By Howard Ellard
Why should you vote “Yes” on 8<sup>th</sup> February?

Got an unexpected poll card through your door? Read on to find out why voting “Yes” next week could help Wincanton regain some control over its future development, and achieve a balanced community and local economy.

Colin Winder receives WTC's Community Award for 2016

Wed 25 Jan 2017
By John Smith
Colin Winder receives WTC's Community Award for 2016

Colin Winder, former Wincanton Town Councillor and Mayor, has been presented with the Council's Community Award for an individual this year for his service to the community. The award was presented at a civic reception in the Town Hall on Saturday 19th November 2016.

Wincanton Gardeners' Assoc. receives Community Award for 2016

Sun 8 Jan 2017
By John Smith
Wincanton Gardeners' Assoc. receives Community Award for 2016

The Wincanton & District Gardeners' Association (WGDA) has been awarded the Wincanton Town Council Annual Community Award for 2016 in recognition of its exceptional service to the community.

Public consultation on Wincanton’s draft Neighbourhood Plan has begun

Wed 9 Nov 2016
By Matt Day
Public consultation on Wincanton’s draft Neighbourhood Plan has begun

The Wincanton Neighbourhood Plan has reached a milestone, and a public consultation has begun. This is an opportunity for local people to view the Draft Plan and give their comments. The Plan will influence the future of the town.

Opening Ceremony for New Cale Park Play Area and Footbridge on 25th August

Thu 18 Aug 2016
By John Smith
Opening Ceremony for New Cale Park Play Area and Footbridge on 25th August

The new Cale Park play area has been open to the public since the beginning of the month, but the official opening ceremony for both the park and the new footbridge will be on Thursday 25th August, to coincide with the second of two Play Days organised by South Somerset District Council this summer.

Wincanton Town Council Report - May 2016

Mon 6 Jun 2016
By John Smith
Wincanton Town Council Report - May 2016

A report on the Town Council meeting on Monday 23rd May including Council news, the re-election of Councillor Ellard as Council Chair and Town Mayor, and the election of new Vice Chair Ray Tudgay.

1 Regiment Army Air Corps is Granted the Freedom of Wincanton VIDEO

Thu 2 Jun 2016
By John Smith
1 Regiment Army Air Corps is Granted the Freedom of Wincanton <small style='color: blue;'>VIDEO</small>

Video, pictures and description of the exhilarating parade through Wincanton High Street on Thursday 26th May of 1 Regiment Army Air Corps, who were granted the Freedom of Wincanton amidst an enthusiastic turnout of local well-wishers.

Wincanton Areas Visited by Neighbourhood Plan Group

Wed 25 May 2016
By Matt Day
Wincanton Areas Visited by Neighbourhood Plan Group

On Friday 12th February a group of participants in the development of Wincanton's Neighbourhood Plan visited a number of areas around the town. The process, called a Placecheck, is a facilitated series of short visits to areas of land which could be used for housing and/or employment in future.

Why Town Council’s New 20mph Zone Could Be a Lengthy Process

Wed 16 Mar 2016
By John Smith
Why Town Council’s New 20mph Zone Could Be a Lengthy Process

A new 20mph speeding limit proposed by Wincanton Town Council is likely to pass through a lengthy process at County Highways before it becomes a reality. The proposed 20mph zone would apply to all the main town roads.

Wincanton Town Council Submits Annual Precept for 2016/17

Wed 24 Feb 2016
By John Smith
Wincanton Town Council Submits Annual Precept for 2016/17

As the Town Council submits its 2016/17 precept to District Council, we explain how the local parish is funded, and provide details of two major projects to which the Town Council is hoping to allocate funding for the next financial year.

Wincanton Town Council Seeks to Fill Two Vacancies

Thu 7 Jan 2016
By John Smith
Wincanton Town Council Seeks to Fill Two Vacancies

Because of recent resignations Wincanton Town Council is now in the process of searching for two new councillors to fill the vacancies. There’s still time to apply to become a councillor via the co-option system.

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