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Budgeting Principles for Community Investment in Church Crookham

This document outlines key budgeting principles for the newly formed Parish Council in Church Crookham. It emphasizes the importance of leaving significant financial decisions to the elected council, starting with minimal reserves and focusing on building those reserves. The council aims to explore community investment options such as community gardens, cycle tracks, and facilities that require investment. Additionally, discussions with local entities and residents are encouraged to ensure that funds are allocated wisely for local initiatives. The goal is to enhance community resources without raising the precept.

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Budgeting Principles for Community Investment in Church Crookham

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  1. Nick Harris Shadow Parish Councillor

  2. Budgeting Principles • We are not an elected body • Leave as many financial decisions as possible to the incoming elected council • Starting with minimal reserves • Need to start building some reserves • Exploring options for community investment • Try not to raise precept

  3. Budgeted Income

  4. Committed Expenditure

  5. Available Community Investment

  6. Some Options For Community Investment - Short term • Azalea Gardens • ~10k each equipment • Peter Driver • Facilities require investment • Community garden • Cycle track • Discussions with MoD • Grit bins • Multiple potential sites identified • Other ideas exist • Seeking community ideas

  7. Some Options For Community Investment - Medium Term • Need to build reserves • Community Centre (QEB) • Annual costs (~£50) • Increased employment costs (~£45) • Additional investment • Allotments • Additional sports/recreational facilities • Other

  8. Message • The creation of Parish Council means that council tax intended for local use can be spent on local initiatives • Local circumstances mean that there should be more money available to invest in Church Crookham • There is a real opportunity for residents of Church Crookham to ensure this investment is wisely spent

  9. http://communities.hants.gov.uk/churchcrookham-index.htm

  10. Facebook – Church Crookham PC

  11. Any Questions?

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