Monmouth Town Council

Services and Areas of Responsibility

As the Town Council is the only tier of locally elected Government totally dedicated to Monmouth, they are ideally situated to carry out their responsibility for the community of Monmouth.

The Shire Hall provides a Council Chamber and Mayor's Parlour, together with an office for the Town Clerk. The building is owned by the County Council.

A programme for the future of this building is currently being put together to include a bid to the Heritage lottery fund.

Dixton Field

A large riverside area for walking along the river towards the Dixton Church is also available for other outside events bookable through the Town Clerk. Nearby seating and a skate park provided for the enthusiasts.

Drybridge Play Area

The Town Council provides this well used area for younger children.

Street Cleaning

Additional street cleaning is arranged by the Town Council to ensure the Town is kept neat and tidy.

Grants and Donations

The Town Council gives a variety of grants and donations to locally based organisations acting for the benefit of the town. These include grants to the Citizens Advice Bureau, Festival and Carnival, etc.

Civic and Ceremonial Events

The Town Council attends traditional Civic and Ceremonial events throughout the year, including Civic Sunday, Mayor Making and Remembrance Day. The Mayor is attended by two Mace Bearers.

Christmas Lights

The Town Council is responsible for the decoration of the Town with lights at Christmas.

Monmouth Floral Decorations

The Town Council supports financially and by representation the Wales in Bloom competition. Local businesses and private individuals are encouraged to sponsor floral displays throughout the town.