TRDC

Invitation to Shape Three Rivers District Council’s Response to Climate Change

About the opportunity
Three Rivers District Council are working with Involve – the UK’s leading public participation charity – to recruit ‘conversation starters’ who are interested in exploring what Three Rivers District could look like in the future and how we can respond to climate change in a positive way, that makes the district an even better place to live.

This is a critical piece of work that will feed directly into the council’s plans and strategies to respond to climate change.

Anyone living in Three Rivers aged 18-55 can register their interest to take part, and we are particularly hoping that people from minority or under-represented groups within the district will participate.

Participants will come together in-person over four days in February and March 2025 to take part in training, have conversations in their communities, and share back what they’ve heard. Every participant will be paid for their time at the rate of £15/hour, up to a total of £390, all travel will be paid too, and food and refreshments are provided. We have twenty spaces available.

No previous experience or knowledge of climate change is necessary, just a curious mind and a willingness to learn and get involved. We will make every provision to make the experience as accessible as possible.

To Learn More and Apply please visit: https://involve.org.uk/news-opinion/projects/calling-three-rivers-district-residents-we-need-conversation-starters

Registration is open from now until 5th February 2025.

Three Rivers District Council
www.threerivers.gov.uk

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Have your say on district council services

Message from TRDC

Residents have an opportunity to shape the future of council services across Three Rivers district as a major survey of local opinion is launched.

Three Rivers District Council launched its residents’ survey on 7 February – and the results will help the council make informed decisions over the future of services.

The annual residents’ survey gives people the opportunity to have their say on the services they receive from their district council. Views are being sought from all residents aged 16 and over and the survey will close in 31 March.

“This is your opportunity to give direct feedback on the council, the services we provide and the way we provide them. Is there an issue you think we should be paying more attention to? Or have you had a good experience you would like to give feedback on? You can take the survey by clicking on our Have Your Say platform today.”

Cllr Sarah Nelmes, the Council Leader

The district council provides a variety of services ranging from benefits, community safety, planning and housing needs to leisure services, parks and green spaces, public health and protection and waste and recycling collections.

If you would like more information on the survey contact enquiries@threerivers.gov.uk or call 01923 776611. Paper copies are available from the Visitor Centre at Three Rivers House and at the Community Hubs.

To complete the survey, click: https://haveyoursay.threerivers.gov.uk/trdc-residents-survey

By Ash Pattni, ago

Community engagement

Message from TRDC

My name is Jay Williams and I’m the Community Engagement Officer for Three Rivers District Council. 

I sit on the strategy partnership team which is responsible for a range of local initiatives and projects. I would be very grateful for if you could circulate to this to all the members to get a better understanding of the role we play in the community.

Our main objectives are:

  • To facilitate the constructive conversation and collect feedback from residents. 
  • Hosting community fairs and awareness events across the district. 
  • Organising community forum for partners and charities.
  • Communicating emerging trends and themes from residents. 
  • Promotion of healthy mental and physical lifestyle through interventions.

Stay up-to-date with local events and initiatives & sign up to the Partnership Bulletin here: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKTRDC/subscriber/new?topic_id=UKTRDC_18.

Jay Williams

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Local Warm Spaces during cold weather

Message from OWL

Three Rivers District Council has a list of welcoming spaces on its web pages at https://www.threerivers.gov.uk/services/community-and-living/cost-living-support#Welcoming%20spaces

There are places listed across the district each day where you can go for a cuppa, chat or just sit quietly in the warm to escape from the cold weather for a while.

You could ask at your local library for a list of the welcoming spaces near you or ring the Council on 01923 776611.

If you can, please find the time to check on any elderly or vulnerable friends and neighbours to see if they’re OK. 

If you are concerned about someone you can ask Hertfordshire Fire Service to carry out a free Safe and Well visit.  Further details are on their website here or ring 0300 123 4046.

By Ash Pattni, ago