The Vision Page 6. Priorities Page 11. Overall Role and Approach Page 13. The Big Local Partnership Page 14. Outcomes Page 18. Action Plan Page 20

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1 Big Local Thurnscoe Community Plan August 2014

2 Contents The Vision Page 6 Priorities Page 11 Overall Role and Approach Page 13 The Big Local Partnership Page 14 Outcomes Page 18 Action Plan Page 20 Communications Plan Page 40 A Thurnscoe Plan for the whole community Page 44 Real issues, big changes and new things Page 45 Costs and timescales Page 46 Contacts Page 47 Development Worker Job Description Page 48 Glossary of terms: Community Plan This document Community profile the document made up of all the views from the community consultation, visioning events and statistics which helped draw up the community plan Visioning events group events where people worked together to get ideas of what could be achieved Communications plan the different ways we use to try and let as many people know what is happening Action plans the details of how we make the plan happen: Each activity has an action plan and not everyone needs to be involved in every action plan Outcomes what has changed by certain things happening 2

3 Thurnscoe An even better place to live 3

4 Houghton Road, Thurnscoe 4

5 Memorial in Thurnscoe Park 5

6 The Vision The vision for Thurnscoe is a "A Strong and Supportive Community that Works Together" where everyone knows what is going on and with a healthy environment that everyone can enjoy This vision can be achieved through continued community development that brings people together to resolve the issues facing the community and explore and implement new initiatives that enhance the community and bring new opportunities to the people of Thurnscoe. Thurnscoe has a legacy from its coal industry past, a legacy that was evident long before the closure of the colliery, Hickleton Main. This legacy is exacerbated by Thurnscoe s immediate neighbours having similar issues. The economic outlook for Thurnscoe is critical to the vision for Thurnscoe and its prosperity, employment and education are key to achieving the vision. It is acknowledged that a healthy environment includes improved employment prospects and that increased opportunities for people, greater social involvement will lead to improved health. Since the end of the coal industry the Dearne area including Thurnscoe has been the recipient of substantial funding to address the problems of health, unemployment, social cohesion, lack of education and ambition. After a period of twenty years many of these problems are still evident and the vision for Big Local is that a united community can and will make a difference. This vision has been arrived at through a comprehensive visioning process that has gathered the views of residents and that have been endorsed by the Big Local Partnership and research etc. is available in the Community Profile. 6

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9 The visioning events were developed to generate; More resident interest and getting people's visions for Thurnscoe. Building information and knowledge from residents' perspectives. Getting more people to become actively involved. To communicate that this is something bigger than individual project ideas - it's about what will make Thurnscoe an even better place to live. The vision for Thurnscoe includes A united community A full integrated community working with each other and not against one another A safe and respectful place for everyone with a strong community spirit Become more community minded A healthy and happy community Thurnscoe is looking better but there is room for improvement Become a Transition town The community through the consultation process was asked to comment on all aspects of life in Thurnscoe and what the community felt would improve Thurnscoe, a summary of their comments is as follows; Relevant and appropriate community facilities One place to get all the professional help and advice needed More community rooms per new houses, move venues round Thurnscoe Support all present groups and not try to make one big centre Find out what is happening to the Chapel & Thurnscoe Hotel Something nice where cinema was One large community building 9

10 Better facilities focused on youth, adult learning, children s areas, workshops for children e.g. art classes, history etc., more activities Play areas top, central and bottom Activity centres for children Improved Environment Urban farm Something done to resa (fishing pond) for young and old A nice clean tidy environment to live and work More green space A nature reserve at Phoenix Park Increased employment and training Good quality training& jobs that you can get to Better employment Full employment Useful, relevant transport Transport=more bus services, easy to access transport, free taxi services for elderly residents Better transport The Community Profile includes a summary of challenges and issues supported by the local research and evidenced by available data. High numbers of lone parents More families with 3 or more children High dependency on benefits (over 10% higher than Barnsley average; 41% of homes in receipt of council tax benefit) Low household income Poor health leading to poorer life expectancy Higher levels of teenage conceptions Poor educational attainment at 16 Higher levels of Special Educational Needs Significantly high levels of young unemployed people High levels of anti-social behaviour High levels of deprivation High demands on social services Low satisfaction with Thurnscoe as a place to live Poor bus links 10

11 Priorities The priorities for Big Local connect with the vision described and each priority contributes to one or more of the following themes; 1. Bring the Community Together "A Strong and Supportive Community that Works Together" 2. A Community where everyone knows whats going on. 3. A Healthy environment for everyone to enjoy together Each priority links to the vision through the exploration of activity that meets the community s expectations and addresses individual needs within Thurnscoe. Project activity has to support at least one priority and in turn has its own outcomes, estimated budget and delivery timeline. 11

12 Development. The What & How of Project Ideas (Co-Production) BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER "A Strong and Supportive Community that Works Together" 1. SHUTTLE BUS FOR THE COMMUNITY Access for all in the community, from the elderly to young parents with kids 2. THURNSCOE BEACH PARTY 3. THURNSCOE CHRISTMAS WINTER WONDERLAND 4. THURNSCOE SUMMER CARNIVAL DEVELOP A CREDIT UNION 6. DEVELOP A MARKET FOR THURNSCOE Other idea you have Georges Gala A COMMUNITY WHERE EVERYONE KNOWS WHATS GOING ON 1. CALENDAR OF EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY (ONLINE & PRINTED) 2. THURNSCOE NEWSLETTER 3. CREATE A SHOP FRONT FOR BIG LOCAL 4. COMMUNITY CARETAKER / GOOD NEIGHBOUR WARDEN FOR THE ELDERLY 5. COMMUNITY CINEMA 6. COMMUNITY RADIO STATION Other idea you have A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT FOR EVERYONE TO ENJOY TOGETHER 1. MOVE CHILDRENS PLAY PARK TO ATHLETICS FIELD SO IT IS MORE VISIBLE 2. HANGING BASKETS 3. DEVELOP THE RESA FOR YOUNG AND OLD 4. DO UP LAND WHERE MARKET USED TO BE TIDY UP EYE SORE 5. BUY AND DO UP SOME HOUSES FOR SOCIAL BENEFIT APRENTICSHIPS, JOBS, HOUSING ETC. 6. THURNSCOES OWN TRAINED DOG WARDEN AND LITTER WARDEN 7. DEVELOP PHOENIX PARK FOR WALKERS, SCHOOLS, COMMUNITY CLASSROOMS AND CAFE Other idea you have 12

13 Overall role and approach Thurnscoe was identified as a potential Big Local area due its history of being a community dependent on a single industry and the subsequent decline of that industry. The legacy of dependence on the coal industry as provider of economic and social activity brought about an increase in levels of isolation, benefit dependency, unemployment resulting in Thurnscoe developing some of the worst deprivation indicators in England, these include lower life expectancy, high levels of obesity, teenage pregnancy etc. Under 18 Conceptions o Rate per 1000 o England 38.1 o Barnsley 53.2 o Dearne North ,729 people in Dearne North live in areas that are amongst some of the most deprived in England. Dearne North is the most deprived ward of the 21 wards in Barnsley. For men in Dearne North, life expectancy is 74.7 years, this is: 2.7 years lower than the Barnsley average (77.4 years). 4.2 years lower than England average (78.9 years). 8.3 years lower than the local authority with the highest life expectancy (East Dorset, 83.0 years). 13

14 The Big Local Partnership A Partnership of local people was established to develop Thurnscoe as a thriving community, taking full advantage of the support offered through Big Local. The Partnership would: A. Establish a vision through talking to people that live and work (including volunteering) in the area, to address the issues they identify and by recording how they would like the area to look and feel in the future. This also includes talking to local organisations, agencies and service providers. The vision, accompanying actions and the community profile will form the design of a 10 year Community Plan. B. Review the vision and community profile over the 10 years and the Community Plan as required. C. Act as a catalyst for the area to build community involvement and use the strengths and skills of local people to tackle problems D. Agree priorities for the Big Local funding to address the issues. E. Manage the use of the funding to achieve the aims of the community plan F. Build the capacity of the Partnership and of local communities G. Share learning with other Big Local areas H. Be locally accountable for the decisions made I. Assess and report on the impact of the funding to the wider community J. Review annually the progress towards achieving the aims of the community plan 14

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16 The operations and work of the Partnership include: A. Promoting Big Local and ensuring a widespread awareness and understanding of the programme throughout the defined area of benefit. B. Working with all sectors of the wider community for further consultation and engagement (residents that reflect the area of benefit, employers, voluntary and community sector, local authority and key partners) regarding development within the Thurnscoe Area. C. Engaging with all sectors of the area to involve them in the partnership in different ways. D. Producing a shared vision for the area, based on the feedback form the engagement process. E. Producing a Community Plan that reflects the requirements of the vision and the intelligence provided in the community profile F. Initiating projects to deliver the Community Plan G. Funding delivery and other community activities from organisations and individuals that address the aims of the Community Plan. H. Using appropriate nominated support bodies to administer the distribution of funds. I. Establish a review and assessment process to identify the benefits and impact of the Community Plan initiatives. 16

17 In an effort to address these issues Thurnscoe and surrounding communities in the Dearne became recipients of target funding from the UK government, Europe and other funding agencies as well as considerable activity initiated by the Local Authority, Primary Care Trust and others. The arrival of Big Local has brought a new approach through placing the responsibility for the decision making with the community. All too often in the past initiatives have been perceived as top down with no sustainable outcomes, and the community regularly report that they are sick of being consulted, with nothing ever getting done Big Local s structure allows residents to have an effective say in how the Big Local money will be spent and importantly how activity will link up with other initiatives. The Community Profile reflects and records the views of the community and reinforces their concerns. The concept of Big Local is simple, It s up to you as a community to make the decisions, plan activity and celebrate success, getting this message over has at times been a struggle, maybe a reaction to the previous initiatives, community involvement and the precision of the targeted funding. The Big Local Partnership will have to put considerable effort into communication with the Thurnscoe community to ensure that this message is heard and that residents and others always feel included and able to contribute. 17

18 Outcomes The priorities are stated in the vision for Thurnscoe. "A Strong and Supportive Community that Works Together" where everyone knows what is going on and with a healthy environment that everyone can enjoy Part of this vision is that the people of Thurnscoe share and be part of this vision giving true ownership to Big Local and what it can achieve. A sustainable legacy can be achieved through astute interventions and tangible outcomes. The priorities that support the vision are BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER "A Strong and Supportive Community that Works Together" A COMMUNITY WHERE EVERYONE KNOWS WHATS GOING ON A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT FOR EVERYONE TO ENJOY TOGETHER The identified projects, each with its own outcomes, will bring about change not only through the delivery but also a collective change that meets the vision for Thurnscoe. For example, Thurnscoe Summer Beach Party What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) To bring the whole community of all ages together Promote Big Local Big sandy area where you can make sand castles Bouncy Castles and inflatables Food Van from local community support local business 18

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20 Action plan (process, activities and projects) The Community Action Plan for Big Local in Thurnscoe needs to be a living document owned by the community and delivered by the community. The structure of Big Local and the engagement work that has been undertaken ensures that the community will maintain their involvement. The Action Plan will detail where appropriate all activity with connection to the implementation of the Projects, ensuring that all priorities are met and that all outcomes are met. The Action Plan will identify the necessary partnerships for delivery and draw up suitable Service Level Agreements/Partnership Agreements. Each area of activity will have its own plan detailing output and outcomes with robust but achievable monitoring in place to record progress. The Big Local Thurnscoe Partnership generated a development plan with an associated budget profile. This plan starts with access to the 1 million with a carefully thought calendar of achievable activity. Planning for the next stage includes some preliminary work for the Partnership around determining a Local Trusted Organisation and negotiating that contract, with support from other agencies. Also the proposal to employ a development worker will need consideration to be given to a host employer and the subsequent contractual agreement with that employer and the commencement of a recruitment process. A key part of the Action Plan is the development of joint working with other agencies and organisations working in Thurnscoe and in particular with neighbouring communities that share the same aspirations. The housing regeneration project for example opens up the opportunity to establish a community enterprise that not only regenerates the housing stock but provides employment and training opportunities for local people. A significant milestone for this project could be to link up with the Goldthorpe, Bolton and Highgate Big Local and provide the necessary capital investment, community intelligence and networks. 20

21 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success Links into each village, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Shuttle Bus for the Community Theme: BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER "A Strong and Supportive Community that Works Together" Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Access for everyone in the area, Elderly, Young Mum s/parents, Look into other examples of Community Buses (Wakey Bus Wakefield, Little Red Bus, Green Busses etc.) Arrange to meet someone who has done it already Buy/Hire a bus and a local driver (pool of drivers), Decide pick up areas, Ring in a Pick up, Administration of bookings, use school bus outside school hours, Ask Ian at Youth Club if he could do it with their bus. 2 x 16 seaters Ian Ball (Mini Bus), Other Drivers in area, Insurance Companies (Wakebus) Dearne North Board & Dearne Approach, Barnsley Council, Other Services Highgate Day Care Centre is closing & have a wheelchair access bus (ask for it) Phased Approach could continue indefinitely Short Term: 3-6 mths to set up & advertise Medium Term: Pilot period 6 months to 1Yr (provide it when needed/seasonal) Long Term: 2-5 Years plus grow and increase area covered if demand exists Ticket Price? 20-25K (Dearne Approach and others may match fund this) Peace of mind for community Reliability of service for the community People using local facilities (ASDA) Like No. 70 Bus Community Buy the Bus (Local People have a stake in it Dearne Approach Dearne Valley College apprentice Securing a bus driver Decide timetable & route Central control set up (telecoms) Maintenance secured Brand the bus Magnetic signs Community website/feedback Library Neighbourhood warden Develop a market Continuity Passenger number Make job opportunities for local people Old and young no longer isolated -publicity Group -shop front How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? People feel part of big local successes Ways of physically bringing people together Bringing Communities Together and letting people know what happened. 21

22 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Thurnscoe Beach Party Theme: BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) To bring the whole community of all ages together Promote Big Local Big sandy area where you can make sand castles Bouncy Castles and inflatables Food Van from local community support local business Make a list of everything that needs to be done/organised Delegate tasks to individuals Confirm available and suitable site on seating circle of the park on block paving Make sure suitable insurance is sorted with VAB Source Sand, make up a pit, promote it, Buy Volley Ball, Swing ball, Lucky dip Book bouncy castles, 2xtoilets from Chevron Music Dearne FM? Sand Castle Competition - Kids take sand home and give prize of shell sand pit Pauline and Annette from Big Local Group Anthony with mobile shop (hot dogs, pie & peas, ice cream, drinks contact on Facebook) Jo Birch of BMBC (has approved it) Matthew Mitchell might have contact for sand - Beach Volley Ball Players Children s Entertainers, Scouts to help clean up, Epworth House Care home & Sheltered Houses at park entrance, Ivy Lodge, Robert Ogden School, Youth Club Dearne FM Barneys Rubble (Local Business) or Alan Fogarty - Lloyds 9 th and 10 th August 2014 Deliver Sand the night before. Dawn and Dusk 10am - Up to 3,000 - Estimated Community Spirit Positive reputation of Big Local Tell people what s coming up Not looking to make money just break even. Chevin Housing Association May donate Keep Moat (need to tell them what s in it for them?) Come to arrangement with Anthony to keep prices reasonable for the kids Community Police Funds Alan Sneddon Schools Contacted to know it s happening Everyone on list is contacted by May and again mid July Sand booked to be delivered Big Local Banners, Facebook, Word of mouth, Print Flyers, Handing out flyers in supermarkets, news article in weekender, Metro front page, flyers through schools, Posters that can be ed out through local groups, posters in Library, Big Local Helium balloons, Winter Wonderland trial event Georges event promotion Attendance, Feedback, Raise village community spirit Something to do for kids during school holidays Brings families out together When they see something positive happening they will be more likely to come and help. Recruit volunteers Invite them to get involved in Winter Wonderland Plans Ask their ideas about winter wonderland Reflects Community involvement Healthier environment 22

23 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Thurnscoe Winter Wonderland Theme: BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Local event to promote Big Local Bring groups together skating rink lights in trees Christmas foods and craft stalls Christmas market small rides for children sledge rides and Christmas carols Lantern Making Workshops for a Lantern Parade Fireworks -Community spirit schools involved Contact Joe birch BMBC contact schools and police Publicity through local papers and the local radio = contact tuckers fairs. Pauline Philips and friends of Locke park Local businesses and councillors parks & leisure 5 th & 6 th December Friday and Saturday eve 2000 perhaps Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) Community having a lovely time and to promote big local + other groups What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Keepmoat Chevin housing local businesses All schools involved and many of the local community. Big local banners + stall High visibility jackets promoting big local Beach party in summer holidays Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How many people attend and if the people attend further meetings at big local. How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Becoming more community minded and bringing people back together + bring Xmas back to Thurnscoe. More knowledge of big local and how they can help + new ideas for investment Community involvement Healthier environment Bringing communities together and where everyone knows what is going on. 23

24 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Summer Carnival 2015 Theme: BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Getting people involved and have fun, meet new people, bring back happy memories. Stalls activities- lots of different ones Bouncing castles food etc. ADVERTISING Kids and schools, experienced people St Johns ambulance/police Planning 12 months Event 3 or 4 hours Clear up 6 hours People can donate Businesses can sell Advertising costs Community get together What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Could be but no be all and end all Get people/groups to sign up to event/ well attended People feeling part of community Local news papers Local shops/pubs and clubs Dr/dentists banners Could be used to advertise other events + activities Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) Number of people who attend Number of groups who attend How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Getting to know each other Community Encourage more activity Local events for local people Brings communities together A community where everyone knows what s going on 24

25 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Develop a Credit Union Theme: BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Bring community together help community access C.U easier due to buses and queues. Contact C.U Goldthorpe, find suitable premises Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) C.U at Goldthorpe Social investment rep Volunteers 6 months Indefinite 8500 Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) Community involvement, stop loan sharks What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Reinvestment million pounds Establishment of collection points, numbers of lenders/borrowers Advertise in papers posters leaflets Bringing the community together, linking in to the village shop front Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How many people on books How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Help with poverty Demonstration of positive activity through the provision of a needed service Improves financial wellbeing and provides access to bank accounts Bringing Communities Together and letting people know what happened. 25

26 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Thurnscoe Market Theme: BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Bring everyone back together pop up market different day different market toilets Don t duplicate stalls How to do it (options to make it happen) Development of around (landscape) look into pop up markets, storage of stalls, advice from market development, speak to local market holders. Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Market department, collector (money) planning dept (Barnsley council) Stall holders shoes butchers craft fish veg clothes household. Start with car boots august 2014 Start-up fund 2000 Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) Insurance fold up tables advertising permission from planning debt What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) Fee from stall holders, bring their own stalls + cars Big local to provide a food outlet. Planning permission, tender for burger van etc., day of first market milestone find out who owns land. Thurnscoe Local Market, promoted using local media and with a structured launch. Christmas market It should become popular Income. How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Local people have to travel to Doncaster and Barnsley etc. to markets Big local stall Economy Bringing Communities Together and letting people know what happened. 26

27 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Calendar of events and activities in the community Theme: A Community where everyone knows what s going on. Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Combine communities Bring people together. Have local events Facebook twitter leaflets Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Community groups Schools All inclusive Youth clubs local people shops- pc availability+ Should be everyone at least once a year After year 1 should be viable to progress Estimated cost 3000 per annum Community spirit bring people together Peace of mind Sharing of information Newsletter could create income by adverts Make local groups aware of happenings Make local people aware of who to contact More people to become involved proves it is working Want a name that people will know, it needs one or more contacts to keep informed monthly reminders. Joint venture with all current ideas Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) People will become aware of what and when things happening More input and more will become involved How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? More people will know of big local and become involved See above Big local events should be more visible and local Brings community together Communication is the main method of letting community know of big local 27

28 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: 2/2 newsletter Theme: A Community where everyone knows what s going on. Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) News to be given out regularly to make people aware of surrounding areas + other groups Need community groups to talk + contact each other How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Business people community groups Volunteers needed, delivery ( scout youth club) Information gathering can start at once as long as possible Every 3 months Cost 4000 Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) Price of advertising, promotion for big local and other groups What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Business to pay for adverts Match funding time Business will want us to keep advertising Local residents will get informed of events Should sell itself Big local brand (logo) Should link all community groups and keep people informed of events Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? Success will be noted by business + people wanting newsletter How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Making people aware of events and news of Thurnscoe + involved as Above It will be informative Bringing Communities Together and letting people know what happened. 28

29 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Create a shop front for Big Local Theme: A Community where everyone knows what s going on. Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Draw attention to Big Local and what we are doing A place for people to call in and talk about Big Local developments in Thurnscoe A prominent position where things can happen out of Find a suitable venue (post office?) where people are. Could start by having drop in session in the Library Could be the hut by the bridge (needs sorting out) Find out who own it Start with a Shop Window Phone line and utilities set up BL Partnership Derek Leading it Property owner Grow Volunteers from community Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) Will take a couple of years to sort out properly Start around September time Stay open as long as the need is there. Rates, Phone lines, internet, over 10 years with income generating opportunities. What do we get for our money? A place to call Big Local home Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Unless you can sub rent or sell things there s not great profit Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? Identify a suitable building Agree lease Utilities arranged Big Local Banners, Facebook, Word of mouth, Print Flyers, Handing out flyers in supermarkets, news article in weekender, Metro front page, flyers through schools, Posters that can be ed out through local groups, posters in Library, Big Local Helium balloons, The shop front could be the home of the Credit Union collection point, focal point for the community to access information and share ideas How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? People are coming in People are talking about it People are volunteering Centre of information People know what s going off in the area Point of contact Volunteering Place to store things Point to bring people together A Community where everyone knows what is going on. 29

30 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: 4/2 warden service Theme: A Community where everyone knows what s going on. Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) Brilliant idea Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) How to do it (options to make it happen) Base needed, coordination lots of volunteers each must be checked Part time paid worker to get started (contract) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Scheduled training police social services NHS landlords = family/carers VAB age concern Could take 6 months and more Should be ongoing Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) Broadband rent training Insurance t/phone stationary Computer VAB cost What do we get for our money? Old fashioned community spirit Elderly and vulnerable people feel secure and less isolated Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) BMBC Ward alliance fund Community known about it Safer environment. Local news letter Advertise in prominent places. Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? Crime prevention shuttle bus Social care Feedback from the local community. How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) Safer environment Social care and wellbeing. How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? By volunteering to work with the warden making a safer village, By improving lives. Community support. 30

31 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Cinema Theme: A Community where everyone knows what s going on. Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) To bring children and parents together (young and old) to give both children and adults something to do Give pupils a chance to help. Speak to Dearne high school, arrange a shuttle bus advertise the cinema charge a small fee per ticket ask pupils to volunteer (work experience) arrange a tuck shop Dearne high school, pupils, volunteers, local mini bus, local shops to bring a tuck shop to supply snacks and drinks Just a few months to speak to school and to get advertising the cinema. Just a small fee for set up will be getting the money back as there will be a small charge for the tickets to attend. What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) A cinema for all ages. The opportunity to make a small fee of tickets to keep cinema open. Dearne High School, big local and even the community. Website, local leaflet delivered to doors, text sent to regulars to tell them what film will be shown. Carnivals, publicity, The amount of people that attend. The amount of people that back the idea and get behind the idea. How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? It will get children off the streets and enjoy themselves, it will be good for older people to get out and socialise The volunteers will report back to Big Local Big local will be involved in the advertising. A healthy environment that everyone can enjoy provides part of the social capital, improves social interaction and mental wellbeing. Bringing the community together. 31

32 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Move children s play park to athletics field so it s more visible Theme: A healthier environment for everyone to enjoy together Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Make a quality safe fun play area for children, which can be maintained and kept safe and clean Skate park Create a modern safe area, easily maintained fit for purpose How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Parks development children/families suppliers planning department schools/ children centres maintain parks etc. Planning 18-2 years Build months Longevity well minatory 20 years 80k A facility in the village that provides a range of amenities for young people in a safe environment that is easy to police by the public Business sponsorship Community spirit Health Get a planning team plan of what is to be built Planning permission Build Signage Dog warden and litter pick Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? Reduction of anti-social behaviour How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Less children causing anti-social issues Long term plan keep people on board Local services could use the site to help parents be better parents This reducing social care involvement. A strong and supportive community. A healthier environment for everyone to enjoy together 32

33 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Hanging Baskets Theme: A healthier environment for everyone to enjoy together Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Better image for the village Giving residents and visitors pride in the area. Street areas how many fittings safety. How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Community groups TEG (Thurnscoe Environment Group) BMBC Spring 2015 (start) ongoing Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) A more pleasant environment giving people pride in their village What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Volunteers Potential community enterprise Business sponsorship Community group Positive feedback from residents and businesses. General Big local branding / local businesses Yes, community???, Markets Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) Feedback from residents, greater degree of satisfaction with the local environment. How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Feels better, brighter, encourage pride in the environment Adaptors of brackets, school????? Making Thurnscoe a more attractive place to work and live and instilling a sense of pride in the community. Bringing the community together. 33

34 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Reservoir Fields Theme: A healthier environment for everyone to enjoy together Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) A clean green space for all ages and abilities to enjoy and people with disabilities Get the community interested in activities on the field How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) A consortium of user groups. Could be forever as long as the community wants Start with community engagement and join groups in next 6 months. 12,000 Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) What do we get for our money? Grant funding ward alliance CRT Lottery Volunteer time corporate support Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Match funding from private sector Income from renting field for carnivals etc. sport? Community involvement school sponsorship Fishing club using it more Local newspaper - Dearne FM - sponsored by Big Local Plaque Phoenix Park Project Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? The area will be accessible + people taking pride in it. How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? People enjoying outdoor space and healthier life styles. Keeping the area tidy + more appreciative of the environment.through the development of community facilities that provide healthy activities. People will feel it is a better place to live. 34

35 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen Project Name: Do up land where the market used to be (tidy up eye sore) Theme: A healthier environment for everyone to enjoy together Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) To bring local market back into area to encourage local businesses and tidy up the area as it is a eye sore, Clear area and start small (use allotment produce) Talk to market traders (pick a day when they are not at other site) need pop up stalls. Big local other groups all members of the community- council local traders need to work on communications. Would need to get the area ready for use and money to do this as it has to be done professionally / long term project. The area would need to be professionally sited. Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) What do we get for our money? Bring life back in to the village, opportunity for local produce to be seen and sold at a reasonable cost, fresh produce on sale Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? Market traders pay a fee sponsors for market stalls rent space cut when not using car boot Each school could have a stall to promote school activities and present community and school projects ( limited to how they can get the site right) Word of mouth activities- generate interest / monthly mag local papers local library self promote through successes. Christmas theme, summer/autumn farmers market/european market local produce show Volume of people using it local interest How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Feel good factor Fresh food at a reasonable cost Have a stall to promote big local every week with feedback for any questions asked (don t leave questions unanswered Positive/ continuity - Feedback A healthier environment. 35

36 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Buy and do up some houses for social benefit Theme: A healthier environment for everyone to enjoy together Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) To create new working skills and training opportunities for local people improve the local area Employment for people Sustainable income for big local Find suitable vacant housing + owners of property Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) Dearne Valley College Barnsley college for necessary training needs BMBC for empty property housing associations Local businesses job centre project manager Two year plan to promote project and implement ongoing sustainability plan , with income generation proving future capital and repaying the initial investment. What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) An improvement to the housing stock in parts of Thurnscoe, the opportunity to develop employment and training opportunities through the creation of a community enterprise. Training for local people which could lead to full time employment, sustainable income for big local. Local colleges involved, sustainability Local community aware of project improved housing Local publicity and the branding of the initiative as Big Local. Link to development of the market area and moving the children s play area. Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? Job opportunities created housing improved sustainable income How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Providing employment People will have increased skills and confidence so that they can continue to identify and respond to local needs in the future and where people feel that their area is an even better place to live. Improved housing stock improves health and enhances the environment. Bringing the community together and a Healthy Environment for everyone to enjoy 36

37 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Dog Litter Warden Theme: A healthier environment for everyone to enjoy together Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Clean up area, less litter and dog dirt Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Employ a full time worker & training required. Maybe shared with Goldthorpe Someone from local area Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Police BMBC Local Schools Big Local to lead Forestry commission for phoenix park 6 Months to get up and running To be a community project 50,000 Cleaner Streets - healthier environment - pride in our village Times imposed - local businesses Goldthorpe big local - environment group funding Goldthorpe joint project Community is aware and support it. Posters in high visibility - local library - dog bins - big local plaques Local newspaper + radio pet shops Phoenix Park Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) Cleaner Streets How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Healthier environment in the whole of the villages by the use of fines and people being shamed by their actions Support big local for a healthier environment for everyone Ditto Barnsley BMBC Northeast Area scheme already in process 37

38 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Develop Phoenix Park Theme: A healthier environment for everyone to enjoy together Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) Community classrooms - café toilet facilities Nature Trails All amenities to be installed water /gas /electric, wildlife flowers Forestry commissions + local ranger- car parking - waste bins/dog bins Trail markers. Forestry commission - schools - committee. 2 year project. Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) What do we get for our money? Protecting the environment + creating project for children to be involved in and connection with nature. Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Café Charge for school projects tourism new skills in learning to grow vegetables etc. healthier food and cheaper. Schools using facilities in the park Local history groups Big local plaque Radio Papers Internet Facebook Dog warden apprenticeship - market. Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? People talk about project + visitor numbers. How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Self-respect for the environment - all community involved, school holiday projects. Job opportunities disabled facilities and older community involved Community pride. Healthier environment. 38

39 Developing The How of Project Ideas Questions to answer to work up the detail of how chosen projects or ideas will happen Project Name: Development Worker Theme: BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER Questions to consider and look into What is the intention (Outcome What it will look like and what it will achieve) How to do it (options to make it happen) Who needs to be involved? (Who will lead on it, who will actually do it and who could help) Timeline (Duration, when will/could it happen?, How long will it take to do?, How long will it last?) Cost (How much is needed in total to make it happen?) What do we get for our money? Opportunity to make money (Social Investment, Financial return, Who else could contribute [ Cash/ In Kind ], match funding) Milestones to success (e.g. all schools agree to take part, two groups from each village involved, sites agreed, bulbs planted, community know about it) Publicity / Promotion (How will it be branded and how will you keep people informed e.g. Big Local Plaque) Could it link to or overlap with any ideas from other themes? How will we know if it s working? (Measure of success?) How will it make life better for people living in the area? (How many will benefit and how) How will/could it help to keep local people actively involved in Big Local (& Community) How does it support the Thurnscoe Big Local Vision? Which Big Local Priorities does it support? Possible Answers (Complete as many as possible) To support the development of Thurnscoe projects and support the Big Local group and local VCS organisations to access funding and develop activities. Appointment of a part time Development Worker (18.5 hours per week) under the direction of the BL Group Steering Group and local organisations 2 year appointment Approx. 26,000 per annum Worker would support the development of activity, provide central point of contact for the community and support groups to access funding, access match funding for BL. The Worker would lever in funding in excess of their costs and support social enterprise development. Development of local network, volume of funding attracted. No of groups supported. Big Local network Links to all Output measures Ensure development and implementation of BL Projects Provide focal point and ensure consistency of message, regular communications and identification of gaps. Delivery of projects Bringing People together. 39

40 Communications plan Goal The objective of the Big Local communications plan is to create a sustainable communications platform for the community of Thurnscoe and other stakeholders. Audience Local People All Thurnscoe residents and stakeholders in Thurnscoe, other Big Local Areas and potential match funders. The audience will be categorised to ensure that the relevant message is delivered. The development of a network of local organisations. Messages Messages need to be specific, relevant and timely, delivered to those who need to receive them and would include; Big Local Activities, Feedback, Aims + Objectives, Future Plans, How to get involved, Ideas, Ultimate Goal? What we ve already achieved, events + Activities, Vision. Be Positive Communication Channels Appropriate channels would include the following depending on the message. Celebrity MP s, Steering Group, Councillors Media Dearne FM, Radio Sheffield, SY Times, Chronicle, Doncaster Free Press, Village Magazine, Church Magazine, Social Media Neighbourhood Watch, VAB, BBC Look North, Weekender Website, word of mouth, Billboards temporary/permanent, Posters Leaflets, Flyers, Community Notice Board,Video Screens Doctors, Children s Centres, loud speakers, YouTube 40

41 Activities Promotional events, regular news updates, meetings etc. Partnerships Work with partner organisations to develop joint communications that compliments each other s activity, e.g. adjacent Big Local area, Children s Centre, Neighbourhood Network, community organisations. Implementation Timing, frequency, urgency etc. but most of all who? Now, Yesterday, School Time, constantly, Weekdays + Weekends It is important not to assume that a particular form of communication will be effective, e.g. young people use social media, but which option? Not always Facebook, maybe Instagram or Myspace, many people don t mix friendships on social media. It will be necessary to research the most effective methods for each of the target audiences. Members of the Partnership need to have specific responsibility for media channels with common message agreed by the Partnership. Evaluation and correction All communications need to be evaluated to ensure reach. E.G. ask people how they found out about an event. Use feedback/evaluation forms at events, record website hits etc. Above all measure the level of interest shown. 41

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