<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1689763548/projects/watfordtowncentre/278e123d-d39d-4f22-9f37-c632fafaa4af.jpg" /> The &#39;Big Watford Conversation&#39;, a survey to give local people the chance to share their views and experiences of the town, as well as their thoughts and ideas about Watford’s future has been launched. Whether it&#39;s the town’s 17 green flag parks and other green spaces, local jobs and employment opportunities, or the availability of good quality housing, the council is keen to understand what matters most to residents. By taking part in the &#39;Big Watford Conversation,&#39; people can actively contribute to shaping the future of their town. To say ‘thank you’ for taking part, the council is offering five £30 Watford Gift Vouchers as part of a prize draw. Residents who wish to be entered into the draw just need to give their contact details at the end of the survey, with winners selected randomly. The survey deadline is 25 August. Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor, said: “As Mayor, I am committed to making our town a vibrant and successful place to live, work, visit, and run a business. This can only be done by listening to residents and working together to make changes. That is why we are launching the ‘Big Watford Conversation’.” “To be a successful town in the decades to come, we need to make decisions now so that we can create a town that future generations of residents and business are proud to call home. Your voice matters, and I encourage you to complete this questionnaire and share your thoughts before 25 August.” Deputy Mayor of Watford and Portfolio Holder for Community, Councillor Aga Dychton, said: “Your voice, your town, your future! Engage in the &#39;Big Watford Conversation&#39; and feedback your experiences, opinions, and suggestions on topics like green spaces, thriving job opportunities, or quality housing, to support the council&#39;s efforts to enhance Watford. Your perspective matters and every piece of insight is important for the future of our town.” The survey can be accessed online through the council’s consultation platform at <a href="https://watfordcommunitysurvey.commonplace.is/">watfordcommunitysurvey.commonplace.is</a>. Residents are encouraged to participate and share the survey link with their friends, neighbours, and community members to ensure a diverse range of perspectives are captured.

Council launches 'Big Watford Conversation' Community Survey

We really appreciated the great response to our consultation on Watford Town Centre, and thought you might be interested in another consultation that we’re running at the moment. Watford Borough Council is currently in a consultation period for our Climate Change &amp; Ecological Emergency Strategy. This is the draft version of the document that will guide climate policy in Watford for the next seven years up to 2030. For anyone with any thoughts about how to tackle climate change in Watford, this is a great opportunity to see what we’re planning and also have your say. We’re really hoping to get as many responses as possible, and any feedback that we get will be carefully considered in the creation of the final document early next year. Would you be able to help out and distribute the consultation link to your staff, or anyone else you think might be interested, via any channels that you have available? It would be much appreciated by us at the council and obviously a great help in formulating an effective and responsible climate policy. You can read about our targets and provide feedback here, where you’ll also be able to find the full draft strategy: <a href="https://watfordsustainabilitystrategy.commonplace.is/">https://watfordsustainabilitystrategy.commonplace.is/</a> The consultation closes on Monday next week.

Resident views sought on new draft Climate Change strategy for Watford

It&#39;s the last day to let us know how you would like the town centre to evolve and grow in the future, with feedback wanted on the draft proposals such as greener landscaping and improved public spaces. Following the public engagement last year, where hundreds of residents and key groups were asked to share their views and ideas, a draft design framework has now been created for the town centre for people to comment on. This includes ideas such as more focus on pedestrians, better accessibility, more independent retailers and sustainable modes of transport. All residents will be encouraged to go online to the engagement platform at <a href="https://watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is/">watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is</a> and <a href="https://watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/key-pages-of-the-framework">express their views on the proposals</a>. This will include a map with photo montages of existing situation at six key locations, together with visuals of potential interventions, where people can provide feedback. <li><a href="https://watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/cassiobury-park-crossing">Cassiobury Road Crossing</a></li><li><a href="https://watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/exchange-road-crossing">Exchange Road Crossing</a></li><li><a href="https://watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/link-to-queens-road">Link to Queens Road</a></li><li><a href="https://watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/market">Market</a></li><li><a href="https://watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/market-street">Market Street</a></li><li><a href="https://watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/st-marys-churchyard">St Mary&#39;s Churchyard</a><a href="https://watfordtowncentre.commonplace.is/en-GB/proposals/st-marys-churchyard"></a></li> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/commonplace-digital-limited/image/upload/v1668441634/projects/watfordtowncentre/eb04b8f8-b30a-4a0e-88d7-bc25883c86fe.jpg" />

CONSULTATION CLOSES AT MIDNIGHT - LAST DAY to have your say on future of Watford town centre

Help us to shape the future of Watford Town Centre as a series of attractive, well-connected neighbourhoods.