Annual Parish Meeting

What is an Annual Parish Meeting?

This is a meeting of the Parish and should not be confused with a Town Council meeting.

What is the purpose of the Annual Parish Meeting?

The purpose of the meeting is to give electors an opportunity to have a say on anything that concerns the Parish of Brixham.

What else happens at the meeting?

The meeting can also be an opportunity for local groups, clubs, societies and other voluntary and statutory organisations to address those present at the meeting about the work they do and what they are involved in.

Who can attend the meeting?

The Annual Parish Meeting is for all electors of the Parish.  It is not a meeting of the Town Council.  Anyone is welcome to attend the meeting.  However, only registered electors of the parish may speak and vote during the meeting.

Will I be able to ask questions and make suggestions?

Yes!  Any registered elector may ask a question of the Council which will usually be answered by the Chair, the Clerk or the Council, or a designated Councillor.  An elector may also make a suggestion and comment on anything appropriate to the residents of the Parish.  This will be welcomed and is the whole purpose of the meeting.

Will Town Councillors be at the meeting?

All Town Councillors will be invited to attend.  However, the purpose of the meeting is to enable the electors to find out what is going on in their parish and to have their say.

Will minutes of the meeting be taken?

Yes!  These will be available to view on the Town Council’s website.  The minutes will be reviewed and signed at the next Annual Parish Meeting.

Is there a meeting agenda?

Yes! The agenda calling the meeting is published 7 clear days before the meeting and will be available to download from the Town Council’s website.

Parish Meeting Guide