An opportunity has arisen for residents to apply to join Colburn Town Council and become involved in the important work which it carries out. Members vote on how local money raised through the precept is spent; liaise with the police to maintain law and order; discuss and find new ways to improve the environment; maintain the quality of play areas which include fitness equipment for all ages. Most importantly at the present time all planning and development applications are...
Local people are been asked if Richmondshire play areas should be designated 'smoke free' zones.
Currently there are no rules preventing people lighting up in or near children’s playgrounds. But with the number of people who smoke dropping dramatically the District Council wants to gather views on whether measures should be introduced to discourage smoking near these areas.
A survey has been launched which will run until the end of October – after which the council will consider bringing in changes.
Richmondshire has around 80 play parks which are managed and...
Renumuneration Self employed £13.00 per Hour 20 hour per week
8am – 4.30pm 2 days & half a day 8am – 12 noon must be flexible in winter
months.
Colburn Town Council are currently seeking applications on a self-
employed basis a Highly motivated, organised multi skilled person. Who will
maintain and inspect our open spaces within the Town.
This person must be able to work on their own initiative and be able to ensure
that Playparks and open spaces are kept at the highest standard.
Job Description
Grass Cutting and Strimming
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As part of the approval for the building of 126 homes at Arras Lines and Sour Beck, there are plans for the building of a Memorial Garden. Colburn Town Council was asked by the building company Shepherd Homes for input as to what they felt would be suitable and fitting for this minor project. After consultation with the general public is was agreed that a large memorial stone with some seating would be appropriate.
Following on from this, the Town Council identified some superb seats and...
Welcome to our new website!
We are delighted to welcome you to our brand new website, kindly built by local company Purple Creative.
We hope the layout is clear and easy to navigate, making it easier for you to find all the information you need about Colburn and the council.
You can find out about local businesses and community buildings from the top menu, as well as all the latest events taking place in Colburn.
You can also keep up to date with our news page and easily get in touch...