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 The photograph is of Town Bridge in the centre of the village which runs over the river Yarrow. The bridge is opposite The Grapes public house and a few strides away from the restored Croston Cross. |
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Latest News... John Kearton Members of the Council joined a large number of family members, residents and friends for the funeral service for Councillor John Kearton, who sadly passed away on December 19 2009. St Michaels and All Angels Church was packed for the service, demonstrating how highly John was thought of in the village. John’s brother, Ron, and Cllr Kath Almond both spoke of John’s contribution to village life, and particularly to the younger members of the community. From the Council’s point of view John will be best remembered for all his work towards the North West in Bloom Competition entries, for his dedication to the younger residents of the village and his straightforward and forthright views which he often expressed at the meetings. John will be sadly missed by all. |
Vacancy As a result of the death of Councillor John Kearton a vacancy exists on the Parish Council which may be filled by co-option. If you would like to serve as a Councillor please apply, in writing or by email, to the Clerk (details on the contact page), providing brief background details and stating why you would like to join the Council. To qualify, a person must be a British subject, aged over 18 years old and an elector, must reside in, or within 3 miles of, the Croston Parish boundary or occupy as owner or tenant any land or premises therein, or have their principal or only place of work there, and must not be disqualified from holding office as a Councillor. |
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Council Tax Reduction At the January meeting the Council set the budgets for the forthcoming financial year. The Parish Precept, which is collected via resident’s council tax bills, was set at £21740, representing a reduction of £130 on the 2009-2010 figure. This comes on the back of a zero increase last year! Given the current financial climate the Councillors felt they should assist residents wherever possible so, by careful budgeting and prudent financial management, the Council has been able to manage this reduction. Despite the decrease there are no planned reductions in services provided by the Parish Council. In fact, some funds will be set aside for a major project to improve the Recreation Ground. We shall also be seeking grant funding towards this project and, if we are unsuccessful in our applications, we will have to build funds up for the project over the coming years. Services provided by the Parish Council from the Parish Precept include the Village Lengthsman, the ongoing maintenance of the Recreation Ground and Play Area and the Village Green, mowing of the Recreation Field and the Village Green and a number of the grass verges throughout the village. The Christmas Tree and lights, spring and summer planting of the tubs and beds around the village, wayside seats, emptying of dog waste bins and the relevant insurance cover are all also provided by the Parish Council.
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From 6 June 2005