Renfrewshire Council is asking residents to share their views on local services and neighbourhoods as it draws up plans for the next five to ten years.
The council said previous feedback helped shape its 2026/27 budget, including an extra £2.1 million for play parks over three years. It said the funding would allow every council-owned play park in Renfrewshire to be renewed or refurbished by 2029.
Previous research found that the cost of living, local services, community facilities and the local environment were among the issues that mattered most to residents. People highlighted the importance of parks, play areas, accessible leisure facilities and places where communities can meet.
Since 2021, more than £5 million has been invested in more than 50 play parks and wheeled sports facilities across Renfrewshire. The council’s investment was supported by Scottish Government funding and community fundraising.
Renfrewshire Council leader Councillor Iain Nicolson said: “Through our engagement with local people, we’ve gained valuable insight into the issues that matter most to communities across Renfrewshire, and we’ve used that feedback to help shape our budget priorities and investment decisions.
“You can already see that commitment in action through investment in our parks, play areas, new local housing, our neighbourhoods and community spaces. Projects such as the new BMX track at Barshaw Park and Renfrewshire-wide play park investment programme are examples of how we’re investing in the places that residents tell us are important to their quality of life. People want spaces they can come together and meet or where kids can safely play, things that help make communities a great place to live.
“Your Voice Matters is about continuing that conversation and making sure residents remain at the heart of decision-making. As we develop our plans for the future, we want to hear from as many people as possible so we can build a Renfrewshire that reflects the priorities, ambitions and aspirations of the communities we serve.”
The 2026/27 budget also funded an extra team to maintain public spaces. The team is now in place and has been clearing weeds, cutting hedges, repairing footpaths, maintaining parks and improving access to schools.
Feedback from Your Voice Matters will help shape the new Council Plan and Community Plan. These will set priorities for public services, communities, economic growth, health, wellbeing and the environment.
Residents can find out how to take part on the council’s Your Voice Matters page.
Photo Credit: Renfrewshire Council
Photo Credit: Renfrewshire Council
Photo Credit: Renfrewshire Council
Photo: Pupils from St John Ogilvie Primary School’s bike club at the new BMX track in Barshaw Park
Photo Credit: Renfrewshire Council