The Role of Parish Councils
There are two tiers of Local Government in Wilberfoss - District (or Borough) Council, and Parish Council. Each tier has distinct responsibilities and works together to serve the needs of residents.
Parish Councils represent the first tier of local government - the level closest to the community.
Local Authorities - Who Does What? Parish Councils - Tier 1They provide valuable local insight and are increasingly taking on more community-focused responsibilities. These can include:
- Supporting local events and community groups
- Managing assets such as community centres, play areas, and noticeboards
- Reporting local issues like potholes, littering, and dog fouling
- Advocating for the needs and interests of residents to higher-tier authorities
They play an essential role in making their communities better places to live, work, and visit.
District Councils - Tier 2Wilberfoss Parish Council comes under East Riding of Yorkshire Council who has responsibility for:
- Collection of council tax and business rates
- Refuse, recycling, and litter collection
- Housing services and homelessness support
- Planning applications and local development
- Environmental health, including noise and animal nuisances
- Maintenance of parks, play areas, and open spaces
- Management of allotments
For information on District Council services:
Website: www.eastriding.gov.uk
Phone: 01482 393939
Wilberfoss Parish Council
Wilberfoss is a village and civil parish in the East Riding of Yorkshire , England. It is situated on the north side of the A1079 approximately 8 miles (13 km) east of York city centre and 6 miles (9.6 km) north-west of the small market town of Pocklington . According to the 2011 UK census , Wilberfoss parish had a population of 1,866,[1] an increase on the 2001 UK census figure of 1,855.[2]
This website will help you find out who your Parish Councillors are, together with the roles and responsibilities of a Parish Council. You can find Council Agendas and Minutes and legal documents. You can learn about village initiatives and their importance in the community, and through the Latest News find details of community events that bring us together. You can follow our conservation efforts, and find information about village amenities, such as Wilberfoss Community Centre and Wilberfoss Playing Fields. You can find a map to walk the parish footpaths where, in some cases, we have installed seating for you to enjoy the surroundings.
We value your input and feedback. If you have any suggestions for new content, or spot an inaccuracy, please let us know. We believe that this website makes a valuable contribution to the fabric of Wilberfoss village life.