Dacorum Borough Council announces £1.4m budget for CCTV, community facilities, and other regeneration schemes
Dacorum Borough Council confirmed it has allocated £1.4 million to fund improvements to community facilities.
Among the areas the money will go towards are new CCTV cameras, community facilities, and regeneration projects.
It is hoped that the money will both make the borough a safer place to visit and enjoy and improve the quality of the places within it.
The funding is part of the council’s ‘stronger futures programme’. Investment will focus on people, places and communities, particularly where support can make the greatest difference, the council said.
Here are some of the spending plans released by the authority:
-Additional CCTV
-Improvements to parks, play areas and public spaces
-Investment in community facilities
-Support for local voluntary and community organisations
-Community Events including the Dinosaur Roadshow offering free family entertainment during the summer holidays
-Regeneration projects that enhance town centres and neighbourhoods
Work on projects using this money is expected to be completed this year and next. Some projects will be aimed at improving Hemel Hempstead as it is the borough’s biggest town.
Dacorum Borough Council leader, Councillor Sally Symington, said: "We are delighted to announce the ‘stronger futures’ programme, aimed at investing in what matters most to our residents and communities.
“From improving local spaces, supporting community organisations, creating opportunities for young people or helping those who need it most, this programme will deliver visible improvements that people can see and feel in their daily lives.
“By investing now, we are helping to tackle inequalities, strengthen communities and create a better future for residents across Dacorum.”
Dacorum Borough Council says it will provide regular updates on the chosen projects.