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 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…

Events Online With Surveys Scope & reach of engagement 55 events 2,300 People engaged face to face Southend 2050 advert appeared in Facebook feeds 58,434 times 27,925 people saw the Southend 2050 advert inviting participation Councillors Staff Businesses Key partners Community Groups Volunteers Young people Schools Older people Visitors With 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 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

Feedback from children and young people

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

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

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

EMERGING OVERALL MESSAGES What people say they want for Southend’s future There are so many options for a rewarding career locally There is a good balance of quality retail, residential and social space in our town centres My educational opportunities have given me the best start in life OPPORTUNITY AND PROSPERITY We are well known as a hub for innovative & creative industries and ventures Large businesses support resident’s aspirations It’s easy to do business here – bureaucracy is minimal and overheads are affordable 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 Parking is cheap and easy for residents and visitors Quick and easy links to London and beyond Easy connectivity with minimal barriers, however I choose to travel CONNECTED AND SMART The airport is thriving but operates in harmony with the area Lots of opportunities to be in open space It’s easy for me to get around when I want – this helps my independence We are leading the way on green and innovative travel

Next steps Progressing through the democratic process 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

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