Stratford-on-Avon District Council and Local Strategic Partners are hosting a public event, 'The State of the District Debate' on Friday 2 July at the Town Hall in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Just as National Government is involving the public in crucial decision making the District Council and partners wants to engage with local residents about the big issues that affect them and the whole District.
At this event the new District Council Leader, Cllr Stephen Gray and the Local Strategic Partnership Chairman, Charles Goody will start the ball rolling in a debate about the current District-wide issues and priorities for District communities before engaging in wider discussions.
Previous 'debates' have been held in the Council Chamber, this year the new District Council Leader is keen to take this debate outside and involve as wide a group of residents as possible.
Cllr Stephen Gray, Leader says: "I am keen to engage with the public about the issues facing the District, listen to what they are telling us and enable residents to participate in decisions that help shape their own and their communities' futures. I am looking forward to engaging in an interesting and informative debate and would encourage as many people to attend as possible.
"I am committed to involve residents in decision-making, listening to views and ideas and delivering services and outcomes that reflect what residents need."
Discussions will also be happening at a more local level at local Community Forums which will feed into this district-wide debate.
The State of the District Debate starts at 10am on Friday 2 July and will be held at the Town Hall, Sheep Street, Stratford-upon-Avon.
To register your interest in the event please contact Tina Brain at Stratford District Council on 01789 260802 or email: tina.brain@stratford-dc.gov.uk
