Dawlish Town Council
The Manor House, Old Town Street, Dawlish, Devon EX7 9AP
Tel: 01626 863388
Email: townclerk@dawlish.gov.uk

Town Council Functions

Most local Council services are provided by the District or County Councils. The Town Council’s role is more advisory and its main purpose is local community leadership. Although not directly responsible for many services, the Town Council can, therefore, have influence over a wide range of issues. It is frequently consulted on highways, use of public areas, environmental improvements and the provision or alteration of local facilities, as well as every planning application.

The functions which are carried out by the Town Council are as follows:

Advice
The Town Council office provides a wide range of advice and often helps people find the right organisation to deal with their problems or queries.

The Manor House
Rooms in the Manor House with the exception of the Council Offices and the District Council cash office; are available for rent either on a long-term arrangement or daily/hourly by arrangement. (Charges and availability can be checked at the Town Council Offices.)

Download Booking Form and Booking Conditions.

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Waterfowl
Dawlish is known throughout the world as the home of the black swan and these birds have been resident in the town since the 19th century. The Town Council is the owner of the swans and other ornamental waterfowl to be found on the brook that dissects the Lawn and they directly employ a Warden for their care.

Advocacy
On behalf of the community and, if appropriate, individuals, the Council seeks to influence other agencies in the use of their powers and resources. It also acts to improve co-ordination between agencies.

Grants
Dawlish Town Council accepts grant applications throughout the year.  There are two grant schemes in place:

• Town Council Grants Scheme – this scheme enables organisations to apply for grants for larger community projects.  There is no limit on the amount which can be applied for but the Town Council can only give grants within its annual budget for the current year.    Organisations wishing to apply for funding must complete a Town Council grant form and submit it to the Town Clerk.   The Town Council may also consider giving larger capital grants for building projects for the whole community.
  Download Town Council Grant Application Form and Accompanying Notes
• Councillors Community Grant Scheme – this scheme enables organisations to apply directly to their Ward Councillors for small grants to assist them.   There are sixteen Councillors who serve three Wards across Dawlish.  Each Councillor is able to give a grant up to £100 in any one year to local community interest groups and Councillors in each Ward can combine their grants to give larger sums.  Organisations wishing to apply for a Councillors’ Community Fund grant should complete a form and take it to one of their Ward Councillors.
  Download Councillors Community Grant Application Form and Accompanying Notes

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13th December 2011