The purpose of the Community Council is
            To promote the involvement of local people in the democratic process and
            To bring decision making closer to local people.

By involvement in Decision Making on Local Matters including
            Planning
            Licensing
            Environmental Improvement
            Community Safety
            Small Traffic Management Schemes
            Appointing Governors to Local Primary Schools

And to provide
            Formal consultation mechanism on council wide policies and strategies
            A focal point for discussion and consultation on matters that affect the area

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