Vision
The vision of the Parish Council is to work together with the people of the Parish to improve the quality of life for all. The Council hopes to retain the existing character and community spirit within the Parish, encouraging the development of a strong, inclusive and vibrant community. The Council aims to ensure that all age groups, social groupings and economic sectors are included, addre
ssing their needs and giving them the opportunity to thrive and develop. Your Council aims to:-
* Provide an effective and accountable local government for the Parish.
* Identify, in partnership with the parishioners and other bodies, the needs of the Parish and seek ways in meeting them.
* Manage the council’s assets and finances effectively.
* Planning and Development.
* To formulate a strategy for the long term development of the Parish.
* Provide views on all relevant consultations, including views on planning applications.
* To raise awareness of the need for a sustainable environment for the Parish.
* Establish close links with the Dacorum Conservation Officer in order to assist in control of inappropriate urban style development in our rural village.
* Continue to ensure the needs and views of Chipperfield are presented as appropriate to the wider community including Dacorum Borough Council and Hertfordshire County Council.
* Maintain and manage the Common, in partnership with the Dacorum Woodland Officer.
* Provide cost effective management of the allotment field.
* Seek ways to reduce litter in the Parish.
* Provide safer traffic movements in the Parish by continuing to press for urgent attention to highways matters.
* Continue to press for a safer community through liaison with the Police.
* Encourage provision of facilities for the youth of the village.
* To support all village organisations and societies providing grant funding where appropriate.
