Kempsey Parish Council will hold its next Infrastructure Committee meeting on Monday 15 December 2025. This committee covers many of the practical issues that affect everyday life in the parish: maintenance of public spaces, repairs, infrastructure planning, and community project updates.
Below is a clear, plain-English summary of what the meeting represents and what residents should watch for.
What the Infrastructure Committee Does
Infrastructure committees typically handle:
- Planning-related matters
- Maintenance and repair of parish-owned land
- Public works projects
- Road, footpath, drainage and environmental issues
- Waste management and fly-tipping concerns
- Oversight of contractors and the parish lengthsman
- Budget and resource allocation for infrastructure and maintenance
They set priorities, approve or recommend spending, and ensure that community assets are looked after. In many meetings, there is also space for residents to raise concerns – although items involving staffing, contracts or confidential matters may be discussed privately, as permitted under council regulations.
Why This Meeting Matters
Given recent scrutiny of KPC – including concerns about spending, transparency and responsiveness – the 15 December meeting is likely to carry more weight than usual.
This meeting may be particularly important because:
- Recent issues such as waste, fly-tipping and delayed maintenance may be reviewed
- The committee could set out actions or timelines to prevent repeat problems
- Residents are increasingly expecting clearer planning and communication from the parish council
- Decisions made here will shape the early priorities for 2026
- The meeting presents an opportunity for KPC to show it is acting on concerns raised earlier in the year
What to Watch or Ask If You Attend (or Read the Minutes)
Here are points residents may find useful to follow:
- Whether fly-tipping, waste clearance or land-management issues appear on the agenda
- What plans are discussed for monitoring and maintaining parish-owned land
- Whether resourcing for the lengthsman or external contractors is reviewed
- Any budget changes or new proposals for infrastructure spending
- How clearly the committee communicates responsibilities, timescales and follow-up actions
- Whether public questions or participation are invited, and how they are handled
What Residents Can Do
- Note the meeting date: 15 December 2025
- Review the agenda once published to see which items may affect your area
- Prepare questions or observations if you have concerns about local infrastructure
- Share information with neighbours or local groups who may want to attend or follow the meeting
- Check the published minutes afterwards to see what decisions were made and what commitments were agreed
Final Thoughts
Infrastructure Committee meetings may not always receive much public attention, but they are where many practical decisions are made that directly impact the parish. With recent questions raised about transparency and oversight, this upcoming meeting offers a chance for the council to demonstrate clear leadership, accountability and action on the issues residents have been raising throughout the year.
