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DEAL STUDY - WORKING WITH THE COMMUNITY FOR THE FUTURE IN DEAL
Residents and organizations who would like to have their say on the future plans for Middle and North Deal are invited to a workshop at the Golf Road Centre on Wednesday 25 January at 6pm.
The event aims to update the community on progress on a study for Deal and how it may develop in the future, and to seek views on the work so far.
Dover District Council and Kent County Council, with the support of the Environment Agency, have appointed consultants GVA to lead on a study of North and Middle Deal. The study focuses on the flood risk, transport and habitat issues that affect the northern part of the town and the Sholden area.
Since the public exhibition, which was held in October 2011, technical work has progressed. The latest stage of the project includes detailed testing of access options and flood modelling. The purpose of the event on 25 January is not just to provide information, but to gather valuable input from local people through 'round the table' discussions. The Council and its consultants would like to use this event to discuss proposals with the community and understand local views in order to inform the final recommendations of this stage of the study.
Cllr Paul Watkins, Leader of Dover District Council stressed the importance of getting people involved in the study. He said: "Dover District Council is working hard to involve and listen to the local community. Residents can come and talk to consultants, officers and councillors, and we want people to tell us what they think. Feedback from this event will provide a valuable collection of views and ideas on how the Middle and North Deal area can develop in the future - don't miss this opportunity to have your say."
Please note that due to the capacity of the venue attendance is limited and residents are asked to please confirm attendance before Tuesday 24 January 2012 by email to
regenerationdelivery@dover.gov.uk or telephone 01304 872477.
