How can I get involved in the RENEW programme in the Knutton Cross Heath Area of Major Intervention?

1. Attend consultation events.

A variety of consultation events will be held to obtain residents views on a variety of topics. Attending these events is important to ensure your opinions and comments are taken on board and help to shape the future of this neighbourhood.

*You will receive information in the post notifying you when and where consultation events will take place.

2. Take part in surveys.

During the life of the programme we will send out questionnaires asking you for your opinions and comments. Your views count so make sure you return these to help us improve our service for you.

*If you require any help filling in questionnaires please contact us on (01782 611033).

3. Attend a Focus Group.

Focus groups are sometimes held to look at specific issues affecting your neighbourhood and to obtain the views of either a specific client group or the wider community.

* If you want to find out information about forthcoming focus groups or would like to register your details to be contacted as and when focus groups are arranged please contact Emma on (01782 611033).

4. Become a Street Rep.

Street Reps receive information about issues affecting our neighbourhood and local residents and feed this back to the residents in their street. It provides an excellent opportunity to find out about grants and funding available, local events and is another way of gathering resident’s comments and opinions on the issues that affect them.

* To become a Street Rep or to receive further information please contact Laurence on (01782) 635200.

5. Support your Residents Association.

There are a number of Residents Associations within the Knutton Cross Heath area that look at issues affecting residents and the neighbourhood. They provide an opportunity to obtain and share information and raise issues affecting your community.

* To find out more about Residents Associations near you please contact Ged on (01782) 611033.

6. Build on your existing Skills and Knowledge.

There are a number of different courses available to residents who would like to become more involved in the work of the RENEW programme locally. These range from short courses to one day events and can help raise your awareness of specific issues, provide practical support, inspire and motivate you.

* For up to date information on training courses available please contact Emma or Laurence on (01782) 611033

7. Read and Contribute to Your Newsletter "New Beginnings"

You will be sent a bi-monthly newsletter providing information on the RENEW programme in the Knutton Cross Heath AMI. This will provide you with an opportunity to keep up to date with new developments and we welcome any comments you have or any contribution you would like to make.

* If you are interested in becoming part of the editorial team for the newsletter please contact Laurence on (01782) 635200.

8. Read and Contribute to Your Website

This website provides a great opportunity to access information on RENEW activity in the Knutton Cross Heath AMI. Visit the Contact Us page to send your comments, opinions and questions.

* If you are interested in helping to maintain this site please contact Laurence on (01782) 635200.

9. Become a Volunteer Consultant.

Volunteer consultants conduct surveys with local residents to find out their views on a range of RENEW and other issues. The information gathered can be used to help improve services in your area.

* To become a Volunteer Consultant or to receive further information please call Emma on (01782) 611033

10. Join the Lead Developer Community Steering Group.

The Lead Developer Community Steering Group is a committee of interested residents and their advisers who act as an interface between RENEW's Lead Developer (Bellway Homes) and the community. Increase your understanding of the development progress including trips to other areas undergoing regeneration.

* To join the Steering Group please contact Laurence at Aspire Housing.