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GRESFORD COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Invitation to Tender
Grass Cutting Contract
Gresford Community Council wishes to invite any interested parties to tender to provide a Grass Cutting service, for the Cemetery and for Allington Park. Full details of the contract specification are to be found in the tender documents which can be downloaded below or from Sell2Wales. The closing date for tenders to be received is noon on the 4th January 2019. Any queries should be directed to the Clerk.(clerkgresford@gmail.com). Please pass this information on to anyone you think might be interested in tendering.
Invitation to Tender
Grass Cutting Contract
Gresford Community Council wishes to invite any interested parties to tender to provide a Grass Cutting service, for the Cemetery and for Allington Park. Full details of the contract specification are to be found in the tender documents which can be downloaded below or from Sell2Wales. The closing date for tenders to be received is noon on the 4th January 2019. Any queries should be directed to the Clerk.(clerkgresford@gmail.com). Please pass this information on to anyone you think might be interested in tendering.
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GRESFORD COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEETING
The next meeting of the Community Council will be the 6th December 2018 at 7.15 pm , in the Gresford Methodist Church Hall. If you would like to attend the meeting to speak to the Community Council , please contact the Clerk on 01978 355135, to advise.
The next meeting of the Community Council will be the 6th December 2018 at 7.15 pm , in the Gresford Methodist Church Hall. If you would like to attend the meeting to speak to the Community Council , please contact the Clerk on 01978 355135, to advise.
To view the agenda please click on the link below.
If you would like to see the latest available minutes of the Council, please click on the link below.
Minutes of Council Meetings
If you would like to see the latest available minutes of the Council, please click on the link below.
Minutes of Council Meetings
COMMITTEE
The next Meeting of the General Amenities Committee will be the 10th December 2018 at 6.15 pm. at the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall.
Committee meetings will generally be held in the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall or another location as advertised, and will generally commence at 6.15pm, with the exception of the Cemetery Committee which usually commences at 5.30pm.
If you would like to attend the meeting, please contact the Clerk on 01978 355135, to advise.
The next Meeting of the General Amenities Committee will be the 10th December 2018 at 6.15 pm. at the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall.
Committee meetings will generally be held in the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall or another location as advertised, and will generally commence at 6.15pm, with the exception of the Cemetery Committee which usually commences at 5.30pm.
If you would like to attend the meeting, please contact the Clerk on 01978 355135, to advise.
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NEWSLETTER
Please click below for the latest news from the Community Council
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COUNCILLORS
The Link below will take you to Contact Details of our Councillors and information concerning Declarations of Interest and any payments made, which we must publish.
The Councillors
The Link below will take you to Contact Details of our Councillors and information concerning Declarations of Interest and any payments made, which we must publish.
The Councillors
GDPR
New Data Protection regulations are in force from 25th May. Please click here to see our Privacy Notice.
Freedom of Information
New Data Protection regulations are in force from 25th May. Please click here to see our Privacy Notice.
Freedom of Information
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AUDIT OF ACCOUNTS
Each year the annual return is audited by the Auditor General for Wales. Please see the notice below concerning the Councils finances..
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GRANT APPLICATIONS
Please note that the deadline for applying for a Grant for 2019-20 for your Organisation is the 30th November 2018.
Please note that the deadline for applying for a Grant for 2019-20 for your Organisation is the 30th November 2018.
GRESFORD NEWS
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VILLAGE CHRISTMAS TREE
The Christmas tree is up and beautifully decorated by the Community Council. Let’s hope there are no further high winds between now and New Year! Don’t forget ‘Carols around the Tree’ Saturday 15th Dec @ 4pm - followed by mince pies, mulled wine and the Gresford Hand Bell ringers in the Plough afterwards. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Christmas Events
This years 'Carols around the Tree' is scheduled for Saturday 15th December at 4pm Musicians from the Chapel are helping , and Carol sheets will be provided . The Bell Ringers have been offered space in The Plough to play at 4-30pm. , when mulled wine and mince pies kindly donated by the SPAR will be on offer.Should the weather be inclement on the day , the Carol singing will also take place at The Plough.
At the Plough there will be some Christmas stalls from 3pm onwards, and a Rodeo reindeer!
Come along and indulge in some seasonal Christmas Fare!
This years 'Carols around the Tree' is scheduled for Saturday 15th December at 4pm Musicians from the Chapel are helping , and Carol sheets will be provided . The Bell Ringers have been offered space in The Plough to play at 4-30pm. , when mulled wine and mince pies kindly donated by the SPAR will be on offer.Should the weather be inclement on the day , the Carol singing will also take place at The Plough.
At the Plough there will be some Christmas stalls from 3pm onwards, and a Rodeo reindeer!
Come along and indulge in some seasonal Christmas Fare!
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All Saints Church Christmas Tree Festival
All Saints Church are holding their annual Christmas Tree Festival between 29th November to 3rd December. All funds raised are to be divided between Hope House Children’s Hospice and Nightingale House Hospice. The Community Council has sponsored a tree this year which has been arranged by Councillor Sarah Atherton. Please go along to view our 'informative' as well as decorative tree, along with the other trees on display ,and support this very worthwhile event. |
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Allington Park Play Area- New Inclusive Roundabout
The Community Council is pleased that its plans for a new Inclusive Roundabout for Allington Park have now been achieved. It is hoped that all children visiting the play area will now have the opportunity for Inclusive Play. Thanks go to Wrexham Council for their contribution to costs via the Play Insufficiency Grant
The Community Council is pleased that its plans for a new Inclusive Roundabout for Allington Park have now been achieved. It is hoped that all children visiting the play area will now have the opportunity for Inclusive Play. Thanks go to Wrexham Council for their contribution to costs via the Play Insufficiency Grant
Wrexham County Borough Council- 'Difficult Decisions' Consultation.
Wrexham Council's Difficult Decisions Budget Consultation 2018-20 is now live and they are encouraging residents to let them know your views on their proposals. If you have already taken part in this consultation you do not need to complete it again, many thanks for your response.
If you have not yet taken part then you have until 28th November to take part. You can let WCBC know your views about the proposals they are making to create savings and generate income, by taking part in the online survey Difficult Decisions 2019-20.
Consultation Event
In addition to the survey there is a a consultation event at the Guildhall for members of the public, and other invited representatives on Wednesday 28thNovember 2018 commencing at 5.30pm. The event will consist of a presentation of the Council’s budget proposals for 2019-20, along with a chance for you to discuss the proposals with Lead Members.
Places will be allocated on a first come/first served basis; therefore if you would like to book a place, please provide your details using this link by no later than 22nd November 2018. Further information about the event will then be circulated to those attending.
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Community Defibrillator training
Gresford Community Council is pleased to announce that the Defibrillator installed at the Telephone Kiosk in Pant Lane , is shortly to be made active. Additional security measures have been installed . A Defibrillator Awareness seminar , conducted by the Community Heartbeat Trust , who have supplied the Defibrillator ,was recently held in the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall, which was well attended. Thanks to the SPAR for supplying the Refreshments. |
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Additional and Replacement bins
In response to requests from a number of residents and groups requesting extra rubbish bins in various locations and the replacement of a couple of broken bins, Gresford Community Council has taken advice from Derek, our marvellous Street Cleaner and IMAGE, and has purchased three bins, and contracted with Wrexham Council ( WCBC) for 10 additional new bins. WCBC will fit all bins and will be responsible for emptying all bins. They should all be in place very soon. |
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Remembrance Commemorations
Gresford Community Council were lucky to receive a grant from the Armed Forces Covenant for eight seated silhouette soldiers to commemorate the fallen of the First World War. This is part of the project by the charity, ‘Remembered’, called ‘There but not There’. The aim is to commemorate, educate and heal. One silhouette has been donated to our British Legion. The other seven will be sat in our Parish and Methodist Churches during our Community Remembrance Services. As usual at this time of year, Gresford Community Council will be arranging for the poppies to be placed around the village centre and procession route. We thank all the volunteers and SPAR for their help. |
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Gresford Cemetery- Shelter Refurbishment
Gresford Community Council is responsible for the upkeep and organisation of Gresford Cemetery. Visitors to Gresford Cemetery will be pleased to see that the Cemetery Building has been refurbished. The roof of the building has been treated to remove accumulated moss and been repaired, and the building itself has been painted inside and out.This much needed work will safeguard the building for the future , and enhances the appearance of the Cemetery for its visitors. Thanks go to the Council's Cemetery Assistant , Mrs Michelle Jones, for organising and overseeing the work that was needed.
Lake Clear Up by Volunteers
The Lakeside Volunteers have been hard at work once again , making sure the lake and its surroundings are spruced up, clean and tidy and ready for the winter and next year! The Lake Clear up took place over the weekend of the 1st and 2nd of September, and much vegetation was cleared around the lake by the volunteers ,led by Mrs Marion Williams. The ground around the lakeside was repaired and any rubbish cleared and disposed of. As a result the lake continues to look its best as a valuable natural asset for the village. Thanks go to all volunteers , those who carried out the clearing work and those who prepared refreshments,to MYPAG for supplying the shredder, and in particular to Miss Marion Willams who does a marvellous job of organising the clear up and overseeing the lake for any issues arising throughout the year.
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Lakeside Lectern
A new interpretative board has been installed showing the diverse range of flora, fauna and wildlife you may spot, whilst feeding the ducks. Go and see if you can spot the illusive Blue Damselfly!
Many thanks goes to Jenny Dutton for leading this project on behalf of the Community Council, the support received from IMAGE, in particular Sue Cleaver and Brian Formstone, and Miss Marion Williams.
We hope you all ‘Love this place’ as much as Mrs Gwyneth Evans, who bequeathed money to the ‘Friends of the Lake’ to enhance the natural beauty of this area for the residents to enjoy.
Many thanks goes to Jenny Dutton for leading this project on behalf of the Community Council, the support received from IMAGE, in particular Sue Cleaver and Brian Formstone, and Miss Marion Williams.
We hope you all ‘Love this place’ as much as Mrs Gwyneth Evans, who bequeathed money to the ‘Friends of the Lake’ to enhance the natural beauty of this area for the residents to enjoy.
Telephone Kiosk
We're very pleased to announce that the stolen Defibrillator, supplied by Community Heartbeat Trust and Cadwyn Clwyd, has been found safe and well, in the grassed areas near the Trust. With a bit of TLC we hope to have the Defibrillator back in its rightful place in the Telephone Kiosk on Pant Lane as soon as possible .Once installed, (with some additional security this time!) we will be organising training for any interested residents who wish to attend. We will also be installing some local information boards which will highlight important information ,past and present , for residents and visitors to enjoy. Watch this space!
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VILLAGE DIARY
This is an invitation to local schools, churches, clubs, and other organisations within the community to publicise their important events/ meeting dates on the website calendar.
Please contact the webmaster at gresfordmarford@gmail.com
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Silver Sunday is a National Celebration taking place on Sunday October 7th to celebrate the older Residents in the Community of Gresford and Marford.
Afternoon tea and Cake will take place at 2 pm in Gresford Methodist church with an afternoon of Music. All welcome contact Beryl Blackmore on 01978 855691 for more information |
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For further information about the Festival and how your business or group can decorate a tree please contact via All Saints' FB page.
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CHECK OUT THE LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY AND NOT FOR PROFIT activities under WHAT's HAPPENING **If YOU ARE A BUSINESS , SERVICE OR CLUB, YOU CAN REGISTER AND ADVERTISE HERE-IT'S FREE** |
Gresford Allotment Association
Gresford allotments are tucked away in a quiet corner of the village in a delightful rural setting and have provided fresh, healthy fruit and vegetables for local people for generations. Allotments nationally have undergone something of a renaissance over the last few years, as people have realised how useful allotments are to support active living and healthier lifestyles and how much fun can be obtained from growing your own fruit and vegetables. The use of allotments performs many roles and meets many needs, from getting people outdoors, carrying out physical exercise, to the pleasure of eating your own home grown food and socialising with like minded people who always seem to have the time to offer advice, share experiences or simply to have a chat. Working an allotment isn’t rocket science. It requires some hard work and diligence to get it sorted and maintained but it also brings many advantages. In addition to keeping you physically fit, research shows that working your allotment is an excellent stress-buster and will keep you mentally fit also. With growing concerns about methods of modern food production, you will also discover that the fresh fruit and vegetables you have grown yourself are healthier and taste far, far better than anything you will buy in a supermarket. Renting an allotment is also not as expensive as you think. Annual rents are: 1. Full plot - £20 2. Half plot - £12 3. Quarter plot - £8 If you are interested in having your own allotment and live in the villages of Gresford, Marford or Rossett, then simply email your contact details to adrianvward@hotmail.co.uk |
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