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Cwmaman Budget & Priorities Consultation 2026-27
Tell us what matters most to you - and how your local budget should be spent. Closing Date - Monday 12th January 2026
Who We Are
Cwmaman Town Council is made up of 15 local councillors who volunteer their time to represent the community and make decisions on your behalf. They’re supported by a small staff team of six, most of whom are also local residents. Together, we help manage the Council’s finances, maintain community spaces and buildings, support local events, and keep everyday services running as smoothly as possible.
Cwmaman Town Council is here to represent your voice and invest in what matters most to our community.
As we prepare our budget for the year ahead, we want to ensure every pound spent reflects your priorities, whether that’s looking after our parks, supporting the Community Centre, running local events, providing community grants or protecting our environment. This consultation will help us make informed choices about what to fund, where to improve, and how best to use our limited resources. Your views are vital - please take a few minutes to complete this short survey and help shape the future of Cwmaman.
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Section 1 - Parks and Open Spaces in Cwmaman
Cwmaman Town Council is proud to offer a wide range of parks and play areas across the community currently 11 in total. Last year these cost £56,094 to service and maintain, this includes items such as maintenance and repair, cleaning, emptying of bins, grass cutting and flower planting. We’d like to understand how these are being used, and whether there are opportunities to improve or invest in particular sites to meet current and future needs.
How often do you or your family use any of the parks or play areas in Cwmaman?
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Rarely/Never
Which park(s) do you visit most often? (Tick all that apply)
Cwmaman Park
Skateboard Park (Golwg yr Aman)
Twyn Park
Maes y Bedol Park
Bishops Road Park
Tircoed Park
Gelliwerdd Play Park
Penpound Park (Grenig)
Bryn Rhos Park
Penyrallt Park
Garenig Park (near Jones Terrace)
What would make your local parks more enjoyable, accessible or useful to you and your family?
New or improved play equipment
Better paths or accessibility for wheelchairs/pushchairs
More seating or picnic areas
More bins or cleaner surroundings
Shade or shelter (e.g. trees, gazebos)
Wildlife-friendly features (e.g. bug hotels, planting)
Safety improvements (e.g. lighting, fencing)
Toilets or refreshment options nearby
Other
Do you have children in your family who use local parks or facilities?
Yes
No
Sometimes / occasionally
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Section 2 - Community Centre & Community Assets
Cwmaman Town Council is responsible for maintaining five community buildings and the Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA). These include the Community Centre in Glanaman, the public toilets at Glanaman Square, the Community Hall (former council office/workshop), Bwncws y Bannau, and the Bowls Pavilion in Garnant. Keeping these facilities open, safe and useful for residents involves ongoing costs. Last year these cost £58,234 to maintain, this includes items such as utilities, Insurance, business rates, equipment, waste management, maintenance, health and safety items and inspections. As part of our budget planning, we want to understand how these spaces are being used and whether there are opportunities to improve them or use resources more effectively.
Are you aware of the following facilities?
Community Centre (High Street, Glanaman)
Community Hall (Old Council Office, Glanaman)
Bwncws y Bannau
Bowls Pavilion (Garnant)
Public Toilets (Glanaman Square)
MUGA (Multi-Use Games Area)
I wasn’t aware of any of these
How often do you or your household use the following community buildings or facilities?
Regularly
Sometimes
Rarely
Never
Community Centre (High Street, Glanaman)
Community Hall (Old Council Office, Glanaman)
Bwncws y Bannau
Bowls Pavilion (Garnant)
Public Toilets (Glanaman Square)
Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA)
What would improve your use or experience of any of these buildings or spaces?
Refurbishment or modernisation
More community activities or bookings
Better access or signage
Increased advertisement
Community Centre (Glanaman)
Community Hall (Old Council Office, Glanaman) Currently Closed
Bwncws y Bannau (Recently Refurbished)
Bowls Pavilion (Garnant)
Public Toilets (Glanaman Square)
Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA)
Do you think any of the Council-run buildings or spaces could be used differently in future to better serve the community or reduce running costs?
What additional facilities would you like the Council to prioritise? (Tick all that apply)
More youth facilities
More family-friendly events
Improved accessibility in parks
More seating and shaded areas
Other
Do you have any ideas or suggestions for future events or initiatives?
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Section 3 - Community Grants & Local Funding
In previous years, Cwmaman Town Council has set aside part of its budget to support local groups, clubs and charities through small community grants. These grants help fund everything from youth activities and wellbeing projects to local events and environmental work. As funding is limited, we want to make sure this money is used where it can make the greatest difference. Your views will help us understand how important this funding is, and what kinds of groups or projects should be prioritised in future.
How important is it that the Council continues to offer small grants to local groups and community organisations?
Very important – this should remain a key part of the budget
Important – if the budget allows
Not important – funding should be directed elsewhere
Not sure
Other
Which types of groups or projects do you think should be prioritised for funding?
Youth groups and activities
Support for older people
Arts, culture and heritage
Sports clubs or physical activity
Mental health and wellbeing projects
Environmental and green projects
Other
What should the Council focus on when deciding which groups or projects receive funding?
Clear community benefit
Value for money
Long-term or lasting impact
Inclusivity and access for all
Support for local volunteers and small groups
Innovation or tackling emerging needs
Other
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Section 4 - Community Events and Initiatives
Community events can bring people together, celebrate local identity, and offer opportunities for families, neighbours and friends to connect. From summer fun days to festive celebrations, events help create a sense of belonging in Cwmaman. We’d like to understand how important these activities are to you, what types of events you'd like to see more of, and how we can make sure they reflect the interests of the whole community — especially when setting future budgets.
How important are community events in Cwmaman to you and your household?
Very important – they bring the community together
Somewhat important – nice to have when possible
Not important – I don’t usually attend
Not Sure
Other
Do you feel that offering free or low-cost community events helps ensure everyone in Cwmaman can take part?
Yes – it makes events more accessible for all families
Somewhat – it's helpful, but not essential
No – I don’t think cost is a barrier
Not Sure
Other
Which types of events would you most like to see more of in the future?
Family fun days
Music or cultural events
Events for young people
Events for older people
Seasonal celebrations (e.g. Christmas, Halloween, Easter)
Health, wellbeing or information events
Environmental or clean-up days
Other
When would you prefer events to be held?
Weekends
Weekdays (daytime)
Weekdays (evenings)
School holidays
No preference
Other
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Section 5 – About You (Optional)
This helps us ensure we are hearing from across the community.
What is your postcode?
What is your connection to Cwmaman?
I live in Cwmaman
I work in Cwmaman
I study in Cwmaman
I run a business in Cwmaman
I regularly visit Cwmaman
Other
Which age group do you belong to?
Under 18
18–24
25–34
35–44
45–54
55–64
65–74
75+
How long have you lived in or been connected to Cwmaman?
Less than 1 year
1–5 years
6–10 years
11–20 years
21+ years
I do not live in Cwmaman
Which best describes your household?
Single-person household
Couple
Family with children
Single parent family
Shared household
Prefer not to say
Other
Do you have any accessibility needs we should consider when planning events or facilities?
Yes (please specify below)
No
Please specify
Would you be interested in volunteering with the Town Council to support the community? (Tick any you’d like to hear more about there’s no commitment at this stage)
Supporting the community food pantry
Helping with local events
Assisting with light community maintenance (e.g. litter picks, planting, painting)
Joining a volunteer group or project
I’m already involved
Not at the moment
Other
If you’d like to know more about volunteering opportunities, please email ferial@cwmaman.org.uk or leave your details below.
Name
First Name
Last Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Privacy Notice (GDPR Statement)
Cwmaman Town Council will only use the information you provide in this survey to help inform its budgeting and planning processes. All responses will be stored securely and handled in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).If you choose to provide your contact details for volunteering, these will be used only for that purpose and also stored securely in accordance with data protection regulations.You can request to view, amend or delete your personal data at any time by contacting the Clerk at clerk@cwmamantc.org
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Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to share your views. Your feedback will help Cwmaman Town Council make informed decisions about our budget, services and priorities for the year ahead. We’re committed to listening to our community and doing our best to support the things that matter most to you. Every response makes a difference — Diolch yn Fawr!
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