By Geoff Fisher 
At the Reepham Town Council meeting on Wednesday 13 May, Cllr Hetty Selwyn was re-elected chairman for 2026–27 and Cllr Nigel Fielding was elected vice-chairman, subject to his acceptance. Councillors were also appointed to the Personnel Committee, Allotments Working Group and internal financial checking role.
County Councillor Dave Thomas was in attendance and was congratulated on his recent election win. Both he and District Councillor Stuart Beadle gave brief verbal reports.
The town council considered several local matters, including planning applications, highways concerns, allotments, play areas and community facilities.
A replacement grit bin for The Moor/Orchard Lane area will be funded from Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) money, and the clerk will seek a highways meeting to discuss Orchard Lane, Ollands Road and other local traffic concerns.
The new town sign has now been installed in the Market Place and has received positive feedback. Plans are also progressing for a farming and harvest-themed event in the Market Place on Sunday 13 September.
Events for Biodiversity Day on Saturday 23 May were discussed, including an event at the Bircham Centre and a poster competition.
The town council agreed the proposed design and location for the skatepark at Stimpson’s Piece, which will be on the old skatepark site. It was also agreed that no additional streetlights are needed for the new housing development on Broomhill Lane.
There are currently four vacancies on the town council. Anyone interested should contact the clerk for further information and an informal chat.
The next Reepham Town Council meeting is on Wednesday 10 June at 7.30 pm at Stimpson’s Piece Pavilion, Bartle Court, Reepham, with the Stimpson’s Piece Trustee meeting straight after at 8.30 pm. If you want to know more or get involved, just contact the clerk or check the council website.
The Town Hall and Stimpson’s Piece Community Hall & Pavilion are available to hire. Please contact the town clerk 01603 873355 or email for availability and prices.
Notes supplied by Reepham Town Council. Full minutes can be found on the town council website.
Photo: Reepham Community Press