Case Study
Library Community Pilots
Thirteen libraries across Devon have been chosen to take part in a pioneering new partnership project to test how they can support their local libraries and expand the services they provide.
Devon County Council is working with the dedicated community groups to help shape the new organisation and try out new ways of involving local people so they can have more say on how their library is run.
Read a short summary of each project and how they are getting on.
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Highway Self Help scheme gives town and parish councils and community self-help groups the opportunity to do small maintenance tasks.
Information about the applications for the Highway Maintenance Community Enhancement Fund (HMCEF) that were approved in 2016/17.
Marwood Parish Council joined the highway self help scheme and uses its funds towards a parish handyman.
To find out more about being a Snow Warden watch this short film about Peter Smerdon, Rattery’s snow warden
How Bideford Town Council have made use of the Highway Maintenance Community Enhancement Fund.
The parish of Colyton is active in trying to address their own ongoing drainage and flooding issues.
One of the initial issues facing local councils is access to appropriate signs and equipment.
In response to demand to fill potholes, Devon Highways Materials Laboratory identified a product, that would provide a robust fix.
Information about the applications for the Highway Maintenance Community Enhancement Fund (HMCEF) that were approved in 2017/18.