Role

The purpose of the Amenities Committee is to ensure that the village looks attractive for residents and welcoming to visitors.  It is the largest budget holding Committee within the Council.

The Committee is responsible for the upkeep of areas such as the Village Green, the Warren Recreation Ground and Two Acres. The Committee provides public seats throughout the village and four of the village’s six bus shelters. Additionally, the Committee ensures that the village’s flower displays are as good as they can be within the Council’s financial limitations.  Sponsorship is always welcomed by the Committee which helps to further enhance the village.

Membership

The current membership of the Committee is Cllrs Bowman, Bradshaw, Gale, Linton, McElroy, Moore, Toney and Wilkinson and one vacancy. As Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Council respectively, Cllrs Toney and Linton are entitled to attend and vote at committee meetings.  

Meetings are held every other month on a Monday at the East Preston Infant School, Lashmar Road, East Preston with additional meetings as and when needed.

Latest Terms of Reference for the Amenities Committee