More than 2,300 people have responded to a consultation on whether to create a new parish council for Welwyn Garden City.
Seventy-six per cent of respondents have backed the proposal for Welwyn Garden City, with Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council now consulting on a more detailed plan for the new council. If approved, it could be established as early as April 1, 2027.
Councillor Kieran Thorpe, executive member for governance, said: "The creation of a new council for Welwyn Garden City is a significant decision that will affect everyone, so it is important that we hear from as many people as possible about this proposal."
A parish council would focus on hyper-local issues such as organising events, supporting community projects, and managing allotments.
It would be made up of 15 elected members and funded in part by Council Tax contributions from Welwyn Garden City residents.
The consultation is part of a Community Governance Review and will remain open until November 22, 2026.
Final recommendations will be taken to Full Council w/b December 14, with the new parish council expected to go live on April 1, 2027.
For more information about the consultation, parish councils and to complete the short survey online visit the WHBC website.
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