Altofts Local Board

The Altofts Local Board was an early form of local governance in the village. It was created in 1879 following the provisions of the Public Health Act 1848 to create a local government to deal with health issues. It ceased to exist following the Local Government Act 1894, and was replaced with the Altofts Urban District Council.

History
Formed in 1879, it held its first meeting on 15 April under Chairman Edward Herring. The Local Board signed a cheque for £700 for iron piping to provide water from Wakefield. It was also agreed that this water would be purchased at a rate of 7d/1000 gallons.

In 1886, the Local Board began talks with representatives of various rail companies in securing funding for a road linking Normanton Bridge to the railway station itself.

Chairmen

 * Edward Herring (1879-80)