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SANDBACH PARK
March, 2010 - Concept Designs
Sandbach Partnership and Ryder Landscape Consultants Ltd have produced the first draft of the Concept Design for Sandbach Park. The designs are based on the views expressed by park users and local residents through the consultation exercises undertaken before Christmas. The designs include some exciting proposals relating to childrens play, youth facilities, adult recreation, environmental improvements, and visitor and event infrastructure.
The draft designs are to be exhibited on Saturday 13 March at Sandbach Town Hall from 10am to 2pm. Consultants Stuart Ryder and Alice Cooper will be available to explain the reasoning behind their designs and to discuss any points raised by members of the public.
There will also be an opportunity for people to become “Friends of the Park” and to become involved in the implementation of projects and future care of the park.
The designs will also be displayed at Sandbach Library from Monday 15 March to Saturday 20 March with comment sheets available to collect people’s views.
Feedback received from these consultations will be taken into account before the final version of the concept design is approved.
SANDBACH TOWN PLAN
Help shape the future of Sandbach
Sandbach Town Council, working closely with Sandbach Partnership, has launched a project to develop a comprehensive Town Plan for the future development of the town toward 2020.
The project will seek to build upon an existing town vision, which was developed by the Town Council in 2007 and identified a number of quality standards and regeneration projects to take the town forwards, after wide consultation across the local community. Further consultation will now be undertaken with individual members of the public, local businesses and the wealth of clubs societies and organisations based in the town, to update the original vision and generate new ideas.
Cllr Keith Haines, who is championing the project, commented, “ The existing Town Vision has given direction to a number of projects, some of which have been completed and others which are ongoing. We now want to expand the vision statements into a more comprehensive and far-reaching development plan, which is based on the considered views of all stakeholders within the town.
Questionnaire surveys are being sent to local businesses, clubs, societies and other organisations. Members of the public can submit views by completing a questionnaire, available from Sandbach Library or by clicking this link (or for MS word version click here). Completed questionnaires should be returned by Friday 5 March.
Dot Flint, Chairman of Sandbach Partnership commented “Sandbach Partnership is proud of its record in bringing inward investment and regeneration schemes into Sandbach over the last few years. We are keen to continue this good work and see the development of a Town Plan as a key building block in determining future schemes which will meet the expectations of the local community” The project is to be overseen by a Steering Group comprising volunteers representing all sectors of the community supported by local Town Councillors. Anyone who has a genuine interest in Sandbach has the opportunity to become involved in the project by joining the steering group or one of the focus groups. The plan will be developed throughout 2010 and early 2011 in readiness for implementation from 2011 -2020 The outline timetable for the development phase of the plan is as follows: February Raise awareness and invite input from local organisations and individuals - March Hold focus group meetings
- April-August Compile initial draft of the town plan
- September Hold public consultation within the Sandbach Today event
- October Evaluation of public consultation feedback
- Nov/Dec Amendment to initial draft plan based on consultation feedback
- January 2011 Hold public consultation on revised draft
- Feb 2011 Final amendments to plan based on consultation feedback
- March 2011 Finalise Town Plan and start projects The focus group meetings to consider potential developments will be held in March as follows: - Monday 15 March, 6pm, Leisure & Events
- Wednesday 17 March, 4pm, Children and Youth
- Friday 19 March, 2pm, Environment Heritage and Conservation
- Monday 22 March, 2pm, Public services
- Wednesday 24 March, 6pm, Business
- Friday 26 March, 2pm, Transport .
Anybody interested in attending one of the focus groups or joining the Steering Group should contact Project Coordinator Bob Hardiker, bob.hardiker@sece.co.uk tel 01270 752124, or complete the questionnaire survey available from Sandbach Library or by clicking here.
SANDBACH PARK
January, 2010 - The Public has its say!
The first stage of the public consultation process undertaken to inform proposals for the enhancement of Sandbach Park has now been completed. The level of response from all sectors of the community was excellent. Neighbouring residents, bowling clubs, event organisers, parents and children have all voiced their opinions on their priorities for enhancing the park and the resulting comments make interesting reading. Analysis of the comments received to date has been completed and early indications are that as expected, improvements to the public toilets are clearly a priority for all park users. Improved play facilities for all age groups are also a popular suggestion but there are also some less obvious but creative suggestions which would make an interesting contribution to the park environment. Once all comments have been analysed and evaluated they will form the basis of the masterplan being developed by Ryder Landscape Consultants Ltd. The draft concept plan will then be put on public display seeking comments and asking for public support for the proposals before the plan is formally approved as the basis for enhancement of the park over future years. (pdf flyer)
December, 2009 - Sandbach Park Survey
A joint project is underway to enhance Sandbach Park. Ryder Consultants Ltd. have been appointed to undertake full public consultation and to develop a set of concept designs based on an understanding of local needs and desires.
To ensure that your views are taken into consideration, please complete this questionnaire [word format] and return to:
Alice Ryder or Gill Laird
Ryder Landscape Consultants Ltd, 38 City Road, Chester. CH1 3AE
Tel: 01244 304191
Email: acooper@ryderlandscape.co.uk
More information can be found here
Why not visit the consultation displays located at Sandbach Library and Sandbach Leisure Centre during normal opening hours up to 22 December.
19 September, 2009, Saturday 10 am - Sandbach Today
 The Sandbach Today event is run annually at the Sandbach Town Hall and is an exhibition of local organisations. Dance, Music and singing is performed by throughout the day by local groups. Admission is free.
The Sandbach Partnership, backed by Sandbach Town Council, launched the Sandbach Park Enhancement Project at Sandbach Today 2009.
View aerial photograph of Sandbach park.
Sandbach Today 2010
The 2010 event will take place on Saturday 18 September starting at 10 am. If you would like to be part of the event, assist with planning or simply require further details, please contact:
Dot Flint on 01270 768693 or email her at dotflint@aol.com
11 July 2009 - Market Square Grand Opening
A wonderful day was had by all. Organisers say the extensive renovation has transformed the square into a vibrant heart of the town and community and will introduce a cafe culture.
Sandbach Partnership’s project co-ordinator Kerry Hall said: “Saturday’s opening was a great success. We were delighted with the turnout and it’s great to have so many people still milling around in Sandbach town centre at 6pm. The weather was brilliant and our aim now is to build on this success. We are putting together a calendar of events to ensure that the square is put to its full potential and is used as often as possible for local events and showcasing local talent.”
For more information please call Kerry Hall, Sandbach Project Coordinator on 01270 752124
Town Vision
The population of Sandbach at the 2001 Census was 17,630. The population is increasing with new developments. To promote and encourage beneficial change, Sandbach Town Council is working closely with the Partnership and other local and regional organisations to deliver its:
Vision for Sandbach
About the Partnership
Sandbach Partnership is an exciting community led initiative to identify and support solutions to the needs of Sandbach and its surrounding rural parishes. We aim to secure a vibrant and more inclusive future for Sandbach and the surrounding parishes by:
- involving the community
- developing local projects
- researching local needs
- sourcing new funding
Our goal is to realise the Vision of local people set out in the current Sandbach Action Plan, by creating a vibrant and inclusive market town providing convenient access to retail and professional services, training and jobs, leisure and cultural opportunities. We will achieve this by working to create a ‘can do’ atmosphere to ensure the successful and smooth implementation of projects aimed at:
Social and Community
- improving facilities for young people
- enhancing the range of cultural activities
- encouraging communications between the town and rural hinterland
- encouraging an inclusive community full of civic pride
- creating better facilities for community events
Economy
- promoting Sandbach as a shopping destination and tourist attraction
- supporting diversification opportunities within the surrounding rural parishes
- increasing support for local businesses
- stimulating job creation and learning opportunities
Environment
- raising design quality and strengthening the town’s unique identity
- creating good waste management strategy for the town
- improving countryside access and conservation
- enhancing outdoor space provision and upgrade play areas
- transport and accessibility
- addressing traffic management issues
- improving public transport and public transport infrastructure
- improving directional signage and information to visitors
- creating safer routes for pedestrians and cyclists
Sandbach Partnership is a partnership of local residents, business, voluntary and community groups and local and regional statutory bodies. Membership is open to anyone living, working, and learning, in the Sandbach area.
To get involved or to find out more please contact:
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The Sandbach Today event