Help shape the future of Melksham

THE community is invited to attend the Melksham Area Board public meeting to learn more about shaping Melksham and the surrounding areas.

The meeting is on Wednesday 8th March, at Melksham Library in the Campus, 7pm to 9pm.

Melksham Without Parish Council clerk Teresa Strange explained, “There is some exciting work going on to improve the physical space in and around Melksham and  you are invited to join us to hear more about it and have your say.

“Melksham Area Board will be focussing upon shaping our local town and the surrounding area. This will include a workshop jointly led by Melksham Without Parish Council and Melksham Town Council that will consider three different pieces of work.

“The first will be looking at the ‘Town Centre Master Plan’ that looks at how the heritage, economy, accessibility and public realm can be developed. This is currently out for consultation, and you will be able to find out what feedback has been received so far and have a final opportunity to get involved and influence it.

“The second will highlight the importance and current state of the “Joint Neighbourhood Plan” that is vital to plan and protect our town, surrounding area and countryside.

“The third will introduce some of the other projects around the natural and built environment and raise the important question of what the identity of the Melksham area is and should be moving forward.

“At the meeting, we will also hear the latest news on highways schemes, the work going on at Spa Road roundabout, the transfer of Wiltshire Council assets to the local  community and much more.

“There will be plenty of opportunity to have your say and  get involved in shaping the community area to be an even better place to live work and enjoy. We hope you can join us.”

For more information contact richard.rogers@wiltshire.gov.uk or telephone 01225 718628.