How can a community board improve local life? The Denham, Gerrards Cross and Chalfonts Community Board strives to do just that. It brings together residents, groups, and organizations. They collaborate to address local issues. Together, they find ways to improve their community.
The Denham, Gerrards Cross and Chalfonts Community Board replaced the Local Area Forums. It has greater access to financial resources. This allows it to make a bigger impact. The board focuses on several key priorities. These include improving the environment and economic regeneration. Highways, infrastructure, wellbeing, and safety are also important.
The Denham, Gerrards Cross and Chalfonts Community Board covers a wide area. It includes Chalfont St Giles and Chalfont St Peter. Denham, Fulmer, and Gerrards Cross are also part of it. Hedgerley and Seer Green are included too.
Each year, the Denham, Gerrards Cross and Chalfonts Community Board reviews local needs. They use data and local input. This helps them determine their priorities. For 2024 to 2025, the priorities are sustainability. Health and wellbeing are also key. Community safety, infrastructure, and highways are combined as one priority. These guide the board’s work. They help decide which projects to support.
Action groups play a vital role. They address issues linked to the board’s priorities. These groups include board members and community representatives. They also involve relevant partner organizations. The action groups identify and discuss issues. They consider project ideas and funding requests.
The Sustainability Action Group focuses on environmental issues. It also considers social and economic projects. The Infrastructure and Highways Action Group addresses transport schemes. It also deals with community safety concerns. The Health and Wellbeing Action Group focuses on volunteering. It also looks at combatting loneliness and supporting the elderly. Supporting youth and dementia are also key concerns.
The Chiltern & South Bucks Policing Issues Forum is a valuable resource. It provides a platform for communication. Residents and neighborhood policing can connect. The forum’s work helps the Community Board set local priorities. It provides insights into policing matters.
The Denham, Gerrards Cross and Chalfonts Community Board encourages public involvement. Residents can attend board meetings and events. They can join action groups. They can also learn about local consultations. The board shares information on funding for communities.
The Denham, Gerrards Cross and Chalfonts Community Board wants to improve your area. They replaced the Local Area Forums to achieve greater reach. The seven Community Boards have funding available. They can make grants for projects. These projects can greatly improve the local community. If you have the time and interest, get involved with your local community.
Sadly, Councillor Jonathan Rush passed away. He was the Deputy Chair of the Denham, Gerrards Cross & The Chalfonts Community Board. He served as a Councillor for many years. Buckinghamshire Council sends condolences to his family. Santokh Chhokar is the Chair. Isobel Darby is the Deputy Chair. Lizzie Hook is the Board Manager.