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At the Elmbridge Cabinet meeting on 5 February, Cabinet decided that the approach to devolution and local government reorganisation should focus on the residents in Elmbridge and Surrey.

They agreed that it is best to be in the early waves of the process to maximise any support and influence to ensure the future of services is financially sustainable, and that Elmbridge will work with neighbouring district and borough councils, as well as Surrey County Council, to achieve this.

What kind of support would make a difference to you?

We are running a series of events, where you can share your views and ideas on how community services could better help Elmbridge residents. Come and share your views at one of our events below and get a £20 shopping voucher as a thank you for your time. Terms and conditions apply. 

• Thursday 13 February, 5pm to 7pm at St John’s Church, Walton-on-Thames
• Saturday 15 February, 10:30am to 12:30pm at Cobham Village Hall
• Tuesday 25 February, 5pm to 7pm at Ember Sports Club, Esher
  
• Thursday 27 February, 6pm to 7.30pm online

The Saturday morning event at Cobham Village Hall will have children's activities.

Elmbridge Partnership Fund announces new grants to support local non-profits

The Elmbridge Partnership Fund, a collaborative initiative by Elmbridge Borough Council, Walsingham Care, and Walton Charity, is dedicated to providing financial assistance to local non-profit organisations that support Elmbridge residents. 

With individual grants of up to £5000, the fund aims to enhance the health and wellbeing of vulnerable residents. In response to the latest round of funding applications, the Elmbridge Partnership Fund is proud to announce its support for 17 local non-profit groups, including Elmbridge CAN, Momentum Children's Charity and Princess Alice Hospice. 

Elmbridge's sustainable future: your views matter!

We have climate change plans in place to support our vision of a thriving and sustainable Elmbridge, but we need your input to help shape the plans for 2050. 

A climate change survey is now open until Sunday 2 March to gather your views on our climate change priorities for the borough. Your feedback is crucial as it will feed into our Climate Change Citizens’ Panel process which will soon begin.

Leaders community engagement meetings

We are pleased to invite all residents to a series of community engagement meetings hosted by the Leader and Deputy Leader of the Council in February and March. 

These meetings aim to inform residents about the critical issues affecting the borough, including the Local Plan, financial outlook, local government reform, as well as addressing specific concerns impacting individual towns and villages.

Registration for the meetings is now open.

Free February half-term events with Elmbridge Museum Explorers

To celebrate International Languages Day, Elmbridge Museum is delighted to invite you to their free, fun and interactive ‘Let’s Chat’ workshops for children aged 5 to 11 being held on:

• Monday 17 February at Lower Green Community Centre, 10am to 12pm
• Tuesday 18 February at Walton Library, 10am to 12pm
• Wednesday 19 February at Cobham Library from 11am to 1pm

Apply for funding to help your community thrive

The annual local Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding round is now open for applications. It will close at midnight on Sunday 16 March 2025.

Successful local CIL applications have included a variety of projects, including improvements to state schools to accommodate an increasing student population, upgrades to community facilities and play areas, improvements to footpaths and better countryside accessibility.

Have your say on polling places and polling districts in Elmbridge

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