CONTENTS
ENVIRONMENT / 5-15
COMMUNITY SAFETY / 16-20
HEALTH ANDCARE / 21-24
LIFELONG LEARNING / 25-27
WORKANDENTERPRISE / 28-32
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / BUILDING STRONGER COMMUNITIES / REF: BSC1 (Cont)/ CLD REF: CC1
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Residents and local groups require support and resources in order to participate fully in the decision-making and consultation processes in their area.
Source: survey’s community consultation, focus groups, Hilltown Physical Regeneration Framework
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / The Coldside Ward has a number of specific focus groups, for example Top of The Hill Forum, Community Regeneration Forum and a number of Tenants and Residents Groups. There is a need for a NRS or Community Council to represent the interest of the Ward.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Community Representatives will have access to the support they need to develop community organisations including a recognised Neighbourhood Representative Structure /
- Develop a database of interested groups and organisations
- Carry out discussions with the Top of the Hill Forum
- Establish a Community Forum/Neighbourhood Representative Structure
- Leisure & Communities - Regeneration
- Leisure & Communities - Regeneration
- Leisure & Communities - Regeneration
Housing Associations / 2008 - 2011
2008 - 2011
March 2009
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / BUILDING STRONGER COMMUNITIES / REF: BSC 1/ CLD REF: CC2
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Residents have expressed the opinion that they would like to be consulted and more involved in key decisions, which affect the communities of the ward.
Source: Survey, on street consultation and community meetings. Youth Work Consultation
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / Most consultation is conducted through networks of organised community groups or known service users. Other Community Learning and Development teams provide opportunities for engagement with local people (Community Engagement Plan), and DCC departments and partner agencies are encouraged to consult locally on changes and developments to services.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Hilltown residents will be fully involved in the implementation of the Hilltown Regeneration Framework /
- Involve local people in the implementation of the Framework.
- Plan a series of promotional activities including sites for new notice boards and updating existing ones
- Planning & Transportation
- Leisure & Communities - Community Regeneration
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / BUILDING STRONGER COMMUNITIES / REF: BSC 2/ CLD REF: CC3
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Residents have expressed the opinion that they would like to be consulted and more involved in key decisions, which affect the communities of the ward. Source: Survey, on street consultation and community meetings. Youth Work Consultation
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / Most consultation is conducted through networks of organised community groups or known service users. Other Community Learning and Development teams provide opportunities for engagement with local people (Community Engagement Plan), and DCC departments and partner agencies are encouraged to consult locally on changes and developments to services.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Local residents will have more opportunities to participate in community affairs. /
- Create a public database of services available within the Coldside Ward
- Involve young people in decision making structures
- Produce a Community Engagement Strategy that creates opportunities for the involvement of local people at different levels including information, consultation, dialogue and participation.
- Ensure information is widely distributed throughout the area.
- Community Safety Survey
- Leisure & Communities - Regeneration
- Leisure & Communities
- Leisure & Communities - Regeneration
- Leisure & Communities - Regeneration
- Community Safety Team
Other Youth Work providers
DCC L&C and Partner Agencies
Adult Learning
Community Safety Partnership / 2008 - 2011
August 2009
Nov 2008
Ongoing 2011
August 2009
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / BUILDING STRONGER COMMUNITIES / REF: BSC 3/ CLD REF:
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / There is an expressed need for more community facilities in the area, particularly facilities which can be used by different groups, including young people
Source: LCP Survey, focus groups and community consultation. Youth Work Consultation
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / Community venues in Coldside include Highwayman, Grey Lodge, Mark Henderson Centre and various church halls. These are well used and in most cases over subscribed.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Residents will have access to better quality community facilities to meet their needs /
- Study visits to local Community Facilities in Dundee.
- Carry out a survey of existing community facilities in the Coldside area.
- Explore the potential for community access tolocal Schools - St John's, Rosebank
- Establish a task group to look at funding options within the redevelopment of the Maxwelltown Area
- Planning & Transportation
- Leisure & Communities - Regeneration
- DCC Education
- Planning & Transportation
Leisure & Communities - Regeneration
Planning & Transportation
Economic Development / November 2008
January 2009
January 2009
March 2009
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEE ENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 1 / CLD REF:KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Some of the Coldside Ward public open-spaces are under managed and under used
Source: survey, consultation with community groups, Highwayman consultation - Youth Work Consultation 2007
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / Coldside does have a few dedicated play areas, and open spaces for example DudhopePark; however lighting has been an ongoing issue since the redevelopment of the park.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Children, young people and adults will have better access to a wide range of outdoor play and recreational areas. Including high quality outdoor play, youth and activity facilities in Coldside. /
- Complete the Open Space Inventory. This and the draft Children's Outdoor Play Strategy will give direction to the investment in play areas for children.
- Planning & Transportation
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEE ENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 1(Cont) / CLD REF:KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Some of the Coldside Ward public open-spaces are under managed and under used
Source: survey, consultation with community groups, Highwayman consultation - Youth Work Consultation 2007
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / Coldside does have a few dedicated play areas, and open spaces for example DudhopePark; however lighting has been an ongoing issue since the redevelopment of the park.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
The appearance and usage of existing open spaces will be improved. /
- Ensure open spaces are fit for purpose, maintained and promoted as venues for events and activities.
- Complete the installation of lighting at Dudhope Park Skatepark. Investigate installation of lighting throughout the park to extend use through the year.
- Promotion of parks and the Coldside area by a Green Space Trail
- Land Services Design Team
- Leisure & Communities, Dundee Play Partnership Group
- Leisure & Communities - Community Regeneration
DCC L&C, Planning & Transportation
Regeneration Team / June 2010
June 2010
Dec 2008 - 2011
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEEENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 2/ CLD REF:
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / The condition of some adopted roads and footways in the Coldside Ward are thought to be in poor condition.
Source: survey’s, consultation and focus groups
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / The DCC adopted pavements programme is ongoing; many of the streets and roads are in a state of disrepair causing the area to look and feel neglected.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
The condition of roads and pavements will be investigated and brought up to an acceptable standard. /
- Roads and footways conditions report determined and works prioritised.
- Costing and funding options to be prepared
- Planning & Transportation
- Planning & Transportation
June 2009
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEE ENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 2 (Cont)/ CLD REF:
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / The condition of some adopted roads and footways in the Coldside Ward are thought to be in poor condition.
Source: survey’s, consultation and focus groups
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / The DCC adopted pavements programme is ongoing; many of the streets and roads are in a state of disrepair causing the area to look and feel neglected.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Needs, demands and access to public transport routes through the Ward will be determined. /
- Publicise and advertise existing public transport routes through the Coldside Ward
- Planning & Transportation
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEE ENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 2(Cont)/ CLD REF:
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / The condition of some adopted roads and footways in the Coldside Ward are thought to be in poor condition.
Source: survey’s, consultation and focus groups
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / The DCC adopted pavements programme is ongoing; many of the streets and roads are in a state of disrepair causing the area to look and feel neglected.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Review of existing double-yellow line roads marking. /
- Survey existing double-yellow lining within the Ward
- Planning & Transportation
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEEENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 3/ CLD REF:
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Residents in the Ward believe that poor presentation of litter and rubbish gives the impression of an under services area.
SOURCE: Survey, questionnaire, focus groups
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / Some areas give unhelpful impression. Rapid Response team do respond quickly but more people need to be aware of relevant contact details
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
A reduction in the number of cases of poorly discarded domestic and commercial waste /
- Raise awareness of the Rapid Response Team contact telephone number.
- Raise awareness of Environmental Wardens and encourage reporting of poorly discarded waste.
- Waste Management, Environmental Health and Trading Standards
- Environmental Health and Trading Standards, Waste Management
Waste Management,
Environmental Health and Trading Standards / June 2009 - ongoing
Sept 2009 - ongoing
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEEENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 3(Cont)/ CLD REF:
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Residents in the Ward believe that poor presentation of litter and rubbish gives the impression of an under services area.
SOURCE: Survey, questionnaire, focus groups
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / Some areas look unkempt. Rapid Response team do respond quickly but more people need to be aware of relevant contact details
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Reduction in the number of reported cases of fly-tipping and graffiti /
- Regular monitoring and inspections of problem domestic and commercial properties and enforcement action to be taken as required.
- Waste Management, Environmental Health and Trading Standards
Waste Management,
Environmental Health and Trading Standards / Dec 2008 - 2011
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEEENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 3/ CLD REF: CC4
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Residents in the Ward believe that poor presentation of litter and rubbish gives the impression of an under services area.
SOURCE: Survey, questionnaire, focus groups
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / Some areas look unkempt. Rapid Response team do respond quickly but more people need to be aware of relevant contact details
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Increase the opportunity for collecting recyclable goods in the Coldside area /
- Encourage ongoing reporting of fly tipping and graffiti
- Provide additional recycling points in the Coldside ward and promote recycling
- Waste Management, Environmental Health and Trading Standards
- Waste Management
Waste Management
Waste Management / Dec 2008 - 2011
2010 - 2011
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEEENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 4/ CLD REF: CC5
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Residents in Coldside Ward would like continued involvement in the future development of public open-space.
Source: focus groups, consultation with target groups
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / The Central Area CRF Environmental Sub Group and the Old Piggeries Garden Group will continue to play a strong role in directing investment and encouraging greater use of the ward's open-space.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Local groups will be able to contribute to the further development of green space /
- Implement the Hilltown Physical Regeneration Framework list of environmental improvements
- Planning & Transportation
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEE ENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 4(Cont)/ CLD REF: CC6
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Residents in Coldside Ward would like continued involvement in the future development of public open-space.
Source: focus groups, consultation with target groups
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / The Central Area CRF Environmental Sub Group and the Old Piggeries Garden Group will continue to play a strong role in directing investment and encouraging greater use of the ward's open-space.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
Completion of the Coldside Public Open-space Audit /
- Establish a 'Friends of...' group for Coldside's public green-spaces
- Promote greater use of greenspaces
- Develop a Green-space trail in the Coldside area
- Leisure & Communities - Regeneration
- Leisure & Communities
- Leisure & Communities
L&C - Regeneration, Environment Arts
L&C - Regeneration, Access Officer, Dundee Healthy Living Initiative / 2009 - 2011
Dec 2008 - 2011
March 2009 - 2011
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / DUNDEE ENVIRONMENT / REF: DE 5/ CLD REF: CC7,
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / Identified need for the establishment of a Dundee partnership group to develop a strategy to address privately owned buildings and/or their communal areas that are in disrepair.
Source: The DundeeCity Tenement Study - Review 2007
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / There are a large number of privately owned buildings and communal areas, particularly along the Hilltown spine and within the tenemental areas of Stobswell and the City Centre, that require various levels of management and investment in order that they do not deteriorate further.
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
There will be significant improvement in the fabric and communal areas of privately owned buildings through investment by their owners. /
- Local House Condition Survey.
- Create a target property shortlist.
- Creation/implementation of strategies to redress issues of property in disrepair.
- Private Sector Services
- Planning & Transportation
- Planning & Transportation
DCC Environmental Health and Trading Standards, Housing, Planning and Transportation
DCC Environmental Health and Trading Standards, Housing, Planning and Transportation / June 2009
August 2009
January 2010
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY PLAN THEME: / COMMUNITY SAFETY / REF: CS 1/ CLD REF:
KEY ISSUES/IDENTIFIED NEEDS: / People feel that the incidence of drug and alcohol abuse has a negative impact on the lives of individuals and the community in terms of anti social behaviour
Source: Surveys, focus groups
CURRENT POSITION
(Baseline/Context) / Diversionary activity has been successful in targeting young people away from anti social activity. There is a growing awareness of the impact drug misuse has in the area
OUTCOMES REQUIRED / ACTIONS/OUTPUTS THAT CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUTCOME / LEAD / PARTNERS/INPUTS / TIMESCALES
The community's concerns about the incidence of drug and alcohol abuse in the area will be reduced /
- Ensure local people are aware that Community Safety Wardens can now pick up discarded needles
- Encourage local residents to report incidents related to drug and alcohol abuse
- There are action plans in place for dealing with specific areas. Ensure local workers are aware of DAAT Team
- Awareness of local responses to address issues of substance abuse
- Provide health information and signposting to support agencies through health information points i.e. "Wellgate Shop for Health"
- Community Safety Partnership
- Community Safety Partnership
- Community Safety Partnership
- DAAT
- NHS Tayside
Tayside Police, Waste Management
Tayside Police, Community Safety Team
DAAT, Tayside Police, Local Workers
DAAT
DHLI, Doctors Surgeries, Pharmacies, / 2008 to 2011
2008 to 2011
March 2009
March 2009
March 2009 - 2011
COLDSIDE LOCAL COMMUNITY PLAN WORKING DOCUMENTATION