Welcome to your Community Plan - Wiltshire Council

Welcome to your Community PlanIn 2004, Calne Community Area Partnership produced the first Community Plan for the CalneCommunity Area and sent it out to nearly every household in Calne and the surroundingvillages. You may remember it - it was in the form of a 2004 calendar.The plan was produced following extensive consultation and outlined the community's needsand aspirations for the future. The aim of the plan is simple - to improve the quality of life forall who live, work or visit the Calne Community Area.It's now two years since that document was produced and we want to update you on howthings are progressing towards meeting the milestones outlined in that calendar. A hugeamount has been achieved by both individual partner organisations and by the CalneCommunity Area Partnership in the past two years. Looking back over the past two years, anextraordinary amount has happened to help address the community's concerns andaspirations.I hope you will keep this calendar and refer to it throughout the year. The artwork has beenproduced by students at The John Bentley School who, I am sure you will agree, have done amarvellous job of making the calendar a document to be proud of.On behalf of the partnership, I would also like to take this opportunity to wish you all aprosperous 2006 and beyond.Nancy BryantChair of Calne Community Area Partnership

What happens next?1. The Plan informs local authorities and public bodies about what the people inCalne Community Area consider important and helps to shape future servicedelivery plans.2. A group called the Calne Community Area Partnership, which containsrepresentatives of many different organisations and bodies, has been formed toadopt and implement this Plan.3. The Plan has a ten-year vision and is a combination of projects that can becarried out relatively quickly and long-term visions for the area. New projects willcome to the fore during the life of this plan.4. This Update is the first of a series of planned reviews, which will help to assessprogress and guide future development of the Plan.As you read this update you will encounter traffic light symbols. These represent the currentstate of progress of the milestones that were identified in 2004:ACHIEVED IN PROGRESS ONGOINGThe Calne Community Area

Listening to the CommunityThe Calne Community Area Partnership needed to learn more about how residents view theirlocal community. We commissioned two special surveys, the first was sent to 2119 housesacross the community area. The second survey was given to 1027 students at The JohnBentley School to seek the views of the next generation. The response rates wereexceptional and the results will be incorporated into the larger strategy & action plan.In addition to this, Barnardo’s carried out research with over 200 children, aged 4 to 13, andthese responses have been taken into account.A long list of factors had been identified from earlier research. We asked local people to saywhether they thought these factors were a high, medium or a low priority.The top priorities are given in the following boxes:ADULTSReduce the levels of crimeReduce the levels of vandalism & graffitiImprove the levels of policingIncrease the range and improve appearanceof shopsYOUNG PEOPLE AND CHILDRENMore & better shopsActivities for 11 – 18 year oldsMore to stop bullyingReduce crimeDirt and litterThe results show clearly that Community Safety issues were the highest priority by some way.We then asked what things you would most like to see improved.ADULTSReduce the levels of crimeImprove the levels of policingIncrease activities for 11-18 year oldsImprove the appearance of shopsReduce levels of graffitiYOUNG PEOPLE AND CHILDRENActivities for 11 – 18 year oldsImprove range of shopsReduce levels of vandalismMore parks and play areasWe also asked what you would like to see to make Calne a better market town.• A greater range of shops 80%• Improve Phelps Parade 74%• An eastern by-pass 48%• Regular street markets 24%• More public events 19%• More car parking 19%• More pedestrian areas 6%A full copy of the survey reports can be obtained on request. Contact details at the end of thisdocument.

EconomyThe local economy gives the clearest indication of the state of the community area. Theeconomy affects almost every part of our lives, from local employment, to the health of retailprovision, tourism, house prices and much more. A healthy and mixed economy that providesemployment opportunities locally helps to create a sustainable and self-supportingcommunity.Secure funding for capacity building to allow more people to gain access tobroadband technologyAppoint a full time person to visit retail provision in villages and offer advice andsupport.Bring the farmers market back to CalnePromote the community diary of eventsProduce a local tourist guideUpdate Calne regeneration development briefExplore opportunities for incorporating other services into village shopsCreate better links with Portemarsh businessesRelaunch the Portemarsh Liaison Group

Education and Lifelong LearningEducation and lifelong learning is more than mainstream primary and secondary education.The aim is to ensure that learning opportunities are available to all members of the communityarea in an environment that encourages people to take part. Focus needs to be on raisingthe level of basic skills, i.e. literacy, numeracy etc. and giving access to informationtechnology for all. Opportunities will be provided that encourage people to explore new skillsand interests to create an enthusiastic and diversely skilled population.Enlist community advocates to encourage others to participate in learningOffer alternative environments and routes to learningIdentify the current basic skills level in the community areaReview publicity of learning to give it a local focusWork to take learning opportunities to rural communitiesImprove transport links to enable participation by the whole community areaProduce a list of learning facilities within the community area, and make moreavailable

Crime and Community SafetyWiltshire is one of the safest places in the country. However, fear of crime and anti-socialbehaviour is a reality for some members of our community. Within Calne, there is aCommunity Safety Partnership that consists of local authorities, the police and localorganisations. This partnership undertakes to maintain low levels of crime, and whereverpossible, to achieve a reduction.Proof of age card schemeTest purchase to route out selling of alcohol to those underageEstablish a CCTV control centreResearch effectiveness of PCSO'sImplement a 20mph scheme in town centreEstablish a permanent base for the Reachout drug support projectIntroduce traffic calming measures in areas where problems of traffic speed areidentified particularly A3102 and A4Appoint a third outreach youth workerReduce crime overall in line with targets set by the Community Safety PartnershipIntroduce traffic calming measures in areas where problems of traffic speed areidentifiedPromote Fire Service home safety checksRaise awareness and initiate anti bullying campaignsEstablish a phone a friend schemeIncrease communication about existing prevention initiativesEncourage Neighbourhood Watch schemesPolice officers to spend a minimum of 60% of working day outside of Police StationRelocate the police service to a more central base

Environment, Land-based and CountrysideThe overall aim of the Environment group is to enable people to live in an area where weidentify, protect and actively conserve the landscape, natural features, species and habitats,and to work towards a sustainable community.Hold regular clean up daysLiase with supermarkets to reduce the number of abandoned trolleysIntroduce kerbside recycling collectionsReduce the amount of time it takes to remove abandoned vehiclesReduce restrictions that prevent voluntary groups from undertaking clean up activitiesUse surplus agricultural land for leisure / recreationEncourage community skipsPromote locally grown "green box" schemesEncourage local milk to local schools schemesEncourage landowners to diversify use of landMake more use of renewable energyInfluence planning legislation to encourage the use of "grey water" schemes

TransportThe overall aim of the Transport Group is to enable the people of the Calne Community Areato reach their destinations quickly, safely and in an environmentally friendly way. TheCommunity Area covers a diverse rural and urban environment with transport being a keycomponent of the communications network.Investment proposals need to focus on public transport, maintenance of current roads andfootpaths, and to improve walking and cycling facilities, to promote greener, cleaner travelchoices and reduce the reliance on the car.Secure funding for Wigglybus for next three years (until 2007)Promote CLARENCE for reporting of road defectsAll category A potholes to be repaired within 24 hours of reportingSchool transport plan to be completed to promote safer routes to schoolFull disabled accessibility to all public vehicles by 2015Town cycle network to be completed by 2010 and ahead of scheduleRegular daily accessible bus links on route 55Local government to take over the enforcement of parking restrictionsCompletion of an eastern by pass. WCC do not consider this to be viable

Social Care and HealthWiltshire’s population is generally healthier than the national average. However, there aresome pockets of ill health within the Calne Community Area. The Primary Care Trustundertook a strategic review of all its services across Kennet and North Wiltshire and anintegrated Health and Social Care Team has been created.There has been a move within health and social care to concentrate more on promoting andmaintaining good health and independence. This focus on prevention can be seen in suchthings as the increasing importance of intermediate care services and the drive to encouragehealthier lifestyles.Time taken to access GP and practice teams to meet national guidelinesTarget services to residents based on assessed needsIntegration of Social work & Health teamsAdvertise Patient Advise and Liaison SchemeProduce a fact sheet detailing what services are availableDevelop a website which includes available services (www.kennetandnwiltspct.nhs.uk)Establish a user group to monitor and report back to PCTPCT to implement government policy for dental servicesProvide 24 hour nursing care for people in their own homes where clinical need isindicatedEnsure buildings that provide access to care services comply with DisabilityDiscrimination ActOpen and transparent consultation on health care issuesImprove community based services for people with mental health conditions and drug oralcohol related issues

Housing and the Built EnvironmentAs our towns and villages develop, it is important to ensure that there is the right mix betweenprivate and social housing, and that there is adequate provision of affordable accommodation.It is also important to ensure that services, facilities and amenities are in place to support theincreasing population. The character of the area must be maintained, and historical buildingspreserved for future generations.Influence planning legislation to incorporate 30% affordable housing in newdevelopmentsUndertake a needs analysis in order to identify areas for service improvementEncourage Village PlansInfluence private developers designs to protect the landscape settingRaise awareness of grants availableIncrease the number of homes that reach energy efficiency standardsEncourage more environmentally sustainable practices in private new builddevelopmentsIdentify potential sites for rural housing development

Culture including Leisure, Recreation and the ArtsCulture, in all its forms including recreation, leisure, sports and arts is a major contribution tocommunity cohesion. Often reliant on volunteers, the work undertaken by groups in thiscategory directly involves the community and is much appreciated. Efforts will be made toincrease support to existing events in order to create a series of excellent activities throughoutthe calendar year. The overall aim will be to encourage a vibrant community that involves allelements of the society.Expand www.calne.org.uk to include village eventsHold at least one event focused on youth involvementProduce a leisure directory promoting local groups, organisations and coursesInvestigate and decide on viability of mobile and future permanent skate park facilityAchieve long-term sustainability for existing eventsNew developments to include recreational planning gains for the local communityAttract new funding to implement new projects identifiedEncourage festivals to incorporate elements targeted at children and young peoplePublicise events more widely to increase participationMobile cinema scheme

Calne Community Area Plan.... Your Town, Your Village, Your VoiceOur thanks go to the many people who have contributed to the Community Plan by attendingmeetings, taking part in consultations, and for giving their time. Some of the groups that havecontributed to this process are listed below:-Access for AllBarnardosBeversbrook Community AssociationBremhill Parish CouncilCalne 60+ ClubCalne Carnival CommitteeCalne Chamber of CommerceCalne Citizen's Advice BureauCalne Community and Visitor InformationCentreCalne Area TransportCalne and District Community Link SchemeCalne Credit UnionCalne District Tenants GroupCalne Family Action GroupCalne Free ChurchCalne Girl Guides AssociationCalne Heritage Centre TrustCalne Music & Arts FestivalCalne North Community Centre SteeringGroupCalne Partnership of ChurchesCalne Physically Handicapped ClubCalne Summer FunCalne Town CouncilCalne Youth Development CentreCalne Woodlands Camera ClubCastle Fields Canal & Riverside AssociationCherhill CE SchoolCherhill Parish CouncilColemans Farm Tenants and ResidentsAssociationCompton Bassett Parish CouncilDerry Hill CE SchoolFynamore SchoolFarmersHeddington Parish CouncilHilmarton Parish Plan Steering GroupHilmarton SchoolHoly Trinity CE Primary SchoolJohn Bentley SchoolKennet and North Wilts PCTLearning CurveLions ClubMill Race CentreNorth Wiltshire CABNorth Wiltshire CVSNorth Wiltshire District CouncilNorth Wilts U3ANSPCCPriestley SchoolReach OutSustransSt. Dunstan CE JuniorSt. Edmund's RCThe Calne Development Project TrustTown Women's GuildWestlea Housing AssociationWiltshire CollegeWiltshire ConstabularyWiltshire County CouncilWiltshire Library ServiceWomen’s InstituteYoung FarmersGeneral publicYoung people from the John Bentley School, Calne, have produced the artwork in thisdocument. Special recognition is due to:Adam, Bethany, Rosie, Naomi, Mark, Amber, Saphri, George, Scott and Joni who workedwith the Calne Community Area Partnership over a period of 6 months to design and presentthe layout of the finished calendar. They worked with great care, consideration and maturityand should be considered great ambassadors for their families, school and community.

If you would like to know more about the information in this plan, have any ideas for futureactions, or if you would like to be involved in the partnership in any way, please contact:Dave Roberts,Wiltshire County Councildaveroberts@wiltshire.gov.uk07979 318504Jane Vaughan,North Wiltshire District Counciljvaughan@northwilts.gov.uk01249 706447Mark Wilkins,Calne Town Councilmwilkins@calne.gov.uk01249 814000This project is supported by the Regional Market and Coastal Towns initiative which ismanaged by a group comprising of the following bodies:-