About Us
The Thornbury Fields Residents Association (RC) is a voluntary group of residents who work to represent the interests of homeowners on the estate. We liaise with FirstPort, our estate management company, and help ensure our community is well-maintained and a great place to live.
We can only represent the residents of Phases 1, 2, and 3 (Otter Way, Fox Close, Badger Road, Squirrel Cresent and Shrew Gardens) because Phase 4 falls under a separate management company organisation.
The Residents Association includes everybody living on the Thornbury Fields estate. Every household is automatically a member of the association.
The Steering Committee consists of the voted members who hold positions and act on behalf of the Residents Association to manage its day-to-day activities and represent the community to FirstPort.
Our Aims
- Represent residents' interests in dealings with FirstPort and other service providers.
- Ensure transparency in estate management charges and service delivery.
- Organise community events and foster a strong sense of neighbourhood.
- Maintain and improve shared green spaces, play areas, and communal facilities.
- Provide a clear channel for residents to raise concerns and suggestions.
Benefits of a Residents Association
- Collective voice — Greater influence when engaging with management companies and local authorities.
- Cost scrutiny — The RC reviews service charges and budgets on behalf of all residents.
- Community building — Events, newsletters, and shared projects bring neighbours together.
- Problem resolution — A structured way to escalate issues that aren't being resolved.
- Legal standing — Recognised Residents Associations have statutory consultation rights under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
- Resident-led — Committee members are voted in by you, the residents.
Responsibilities of a Steering Committee Member
- Attend most committee and public meetings where reasonably possible
- Read key papers and updates before meetings
- Take part in discussions and decisions
- Help represent residents' views fairly and constructively
- Support agreed committee actions between meetings (within reasonable time limits)
- Communicate respectfully with residents, the managing agent, and the developer
- Declare any conflicts of interest where relevant
- Let the committee know if availability changes
Steering Committee Members
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Voting & Nominations
Each year, residents have the opportunity to vote for steering committee members or nominate themselves or others to join the committee. Voting is open for approximately three weeks and is limited to one vote per household.
Go to Voting / Nominations