We are meeting earlier than expected, and at slightly short notice I am afraid, as I have been able to arrange the attendance of Cllr Dee Simson (Deputy Leader of the Council) and council officers, as members of the network requested at the last meeting event. I think this will be in time before major decisions are made on the future of community development commissioning to neighbourhoods across the city from April 2011.
The bad news is that since the last meeting we have heard that community development commissioning is currently planned to be cut by 50% which could seriously affect whether there is a community development worker in your area in future. There are also possible different ways in which the community development commissioning could be spent being discussed – this will be your opportunity to make your views known before any decisions are taken.
At the meeting we will also be able to learn from council officers (and then discuss) new national government developments concerning neighbourhoods, such as the emerging proposals for the Localism Bill and ‘Big Society’.
A map and directions to the venue can be found at http://www.visitbrighton.com/site/things-to-do/friends-meeting-house-p350751
Please could you confirm that you are coming by emailing or calling Rosaria on 01273 262220, 07854 542656 or by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , so that we can arrange enough refreshments and sandwiches for everyone.
With apologies, again, for the late notice, I really very much hope that you can make it............and that you get the opportunity to present your opinions and ask your questions.
With very best wishes,
Barry
Barry Hulyer
Chief Executive
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