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Message from the Chairman
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n June 2012 Preston on Stour Parish Council called for volunteers to
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cross-section of locals, were duly convened into the Parish Plan Steering
Group (PPSG) and learned about the concerns of our community. Several
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activity and regular contact was maintained with the Parish Council.
A Parish Survey was devised by March 2013 and personally delivered
to every house and business in the parish. 94% of households and 75%
of businesses completed it, thus demonstrating a very strong interest in
community affairs. The responses were independently analysed by the
Consultative Unit of Stratford-on-Avon District Council (SDC).
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to be improved and it summarises the areas in which they wish our parish
to be preserved. It will assist when bidding for funds and will provide
guidance to the councils and others. The life of the Plan will depend upon
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policies, guidance and services. Regardless, it should be revised at least
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An Action Plan has been submitted to the councils and other interested
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on our various consultative events and parish survey, it provides details on
how these proposals can be delivered. The Action Plan is presented as a
separate document as it may need updating more frequently - it could be
reviewed annually by the community at the Parish Assembly.
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of their own time. We sincerely believe this is a true and effective statement
of the opinions and aspirations of residents and businesses in the Parish of
Preston on Stour.
ROGER REED
Chairman of the Parish Plan Steering Group