Applications are being sought for two non-political members of Glossop Vision Board, who will be appointed at the AGM to be held on 1 July 2010 at 6.30pm at Bradbury Community House. If you would like an application pack, please contact Rachel Rourke on 0845 129 77 77 / 01298 28400 ext 2139 or on rachel.rourke@highpeak.gov.uk. The deadline for the receipt of completed applications is 21 June 2010.
The Glossop Vision Board Constitution has recently been revised and will be adopted by the Board on 1 July 2010 following a period of public consultation.
Glossop Town Centre has recently been upgraded thanks to the Glossop Vision Regeneration Programme. The completion of the town centre improvement scheme is the culmination of an investment in excess of £2.9million in the town centre and surrounding areas. The scheme aimed to:
The construction of a new stairway (in the photo on the right and below) at Henry Street has improved pedestrian access, leading people between the station and post office to Norfolk Square. New retaining walls railings and an attractive seating area have also helped enhance this area, while the inclusion of bespoke decorative lighting helps create an attractive night time scene.
| New stairway at Henry Street, between the bus station and Norfolk Square | |
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In 2009-2011, High Peak Borough Council continues to work with Glossop Vision to improve the appearance of the town centre through the Glossop townscape Heritage initiative, is committing funding to purchase new Christmas street lighting and is working to further develop plans to regenerate the Glossop Town Hall and Indoor market.
The Glossop Vision Board's objectives are to promote the economic development, regeneration and well being of the people of Glossop and improve the environment of Glossop for the benefit of those who live, work or visit Glossop and it's environs. Meetings are held bi-monthly and members of the public are welcome to attend as observers.
For other issues relating to the economic regeneration of Glossop, please contact High Peak Borough Council's Economic Development team on 0845 129 77 77 / 01298 28400 or email customer-services@highpeak.gov.uk.
When planning future projects, we need your input. Please use this form to tell us if you have a bright idea to improve the appearance of Glossop Town Centre or to support the retention of local employment.
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