Southend 2050 Emerging key messages Research and engagement

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Southend 2050: Emerging key messages Research and engagement Spring – Summer 2018

Southend 2050: Emerging key messages Research and engagement Spring – Summer 2018

ENGAGEMENT HIGHLIGHTS Highlights Councillor’s sessions Carnival Southend 2050 float, hosted in partnership with the

ENGAGEMENT HIGHLIGHTS Highlights Councillor’s sessions Carnival Southend 2050 float, hosted in partnership with the Youth Council Deliberative events Intensive workshops Businesses Southend Business Partnership, BID, Essex Chambers of Commerce etc Schools Postcards from Southend 2050 And much more. . Beer festival, hospital, A Better Start, Age Concern, online survey, volunteers…

SCOPE & REACH OF ENGAGEMENT Events Online Southend 2050 advert appeared in Facebook feeds

SCOPE & REACH OF ENGAGEMENT Events Online Southend 2050 advert appeared in Facebook feeds 58, 434 times 55 events 2, 300 People engaged face to face 27, 925 people saw the Southend 2050 advert inviting participation With Councillors Staff Businesses Key partners Community Groups Volunteers Young people Schools Older people Visitors 3 Surveys 1, 160 people completed the online Southend 2050 survey (incl. non residents) 1, 220 people completed a residents perception survey 115 responses on the Southend 2050 Stickyworld online forum *Good coverage across all wards

FEEDBACK FROM CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE Southend 2050 competition • Following the success of

FEEDBACK FROM CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE Southend 2050 competition • Following the success of the Love Letter to Southend project, the Southend 2050 competition invited children & young people to imagine a Southend-on-Sea of the future • Primary school students were invited to create postcards to represent their lives in Southend in 2050 • Secondary school students were invited to write a letter from their future self, exploring their lives & the town in 2050, or create a poster promoting Southend in the year 2050 • 342 entries received 4

FEEDBACK FROM CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE 5

FEEDBACK FROM CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE 5

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future The seafront continues

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future The seafront continues to be our pride and joy We have the opportunities of a city but retain our local feel I feel inspired by the arts, culture & attractions that are available year round in Southend We are a ‘destination’ - People want to visit, live and study here all year round and from far and wide 6 I’m proud to call Southend my home – it has a distinct & vibrant identity PRIDE AND JOY Our parks and open spaces are well used, cherished and protected Our town centres & public places are clean, attractive, thriving, and reflect our success Everyone looks after the place We visibly celebrate our heritage and culture

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future There is a

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future There is a reassuring Sunshine and fresh air! A light, bright place with great quality of life Our older people are respected, valued, involved and well cared for Everyone feels safe at all times of the day SAFE & WELL No homeless people/ beggars in public spaces My home suits my needs and is in harmony with the area 7 Police presence and innovative methods of enforcement right across Southend We have creatively met housing need while enhancing the character of the area Anti social behaviour is not tolerated by Southenders Quality health care is there when I need it

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future Young people feel

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future Young people feel invested in the future of Southend There is no divide between young and old A sense of family and community, enjoying and supporting each other – a strong sense of settled communities 8 When I talk, I feel that I am heard – I am taken seriously ACTIVE & INVOLVE D Southend is known for its warm welcome We are developing Southend together -Everyone who wants to can be involved to make this happen Everyone takes responsibility for protecting our environment Southenders get together regularly - there are plenty of good places to do so

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future My educational opportunities

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future My educational opportunities have given me the best start in life We are well known as a hub for innovative & creative industries and ventures It’s easy to do business here – bureaucracy is minimal and overheads are affordable 9 There are so many options for a rewarding career locally OPPORTUNI TY AND PROSPERITY There is a good balance of quality retail, residential and social space in our town centres Large businesses support resident’s aspirations Innovative and easily accessible start-up opportunities are helping new businesses to thrive and develop

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future Easy connectivity with

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future Easy connectivity with minimal barriers, however I choose to travel The airport is thriving but operates in harmony with the area Parking is cheap and easy for residents and visitors CONNECTE D AND SMART We are leading the way on green and innovative travel 10 Quick and easy links to London and beyond Lots of opportunities to be in open space It’s easy for me to get around when I want – this helps my independence

SOUTHEND 2050 Next steps • Progressing through the democratic process • What might this

SOUTHEND 2050 Next steps • Progressing through the democratic process • What might this mean for your school? • How might you like to be involved going forward? Please respond to: Robwalters@southend. gov. uk 11

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