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Used by towns and
communities nationwide since the mid 90’s, Towns Alive now has a
successful track record of producing results.
Being a practical programme
throughout ensures that town development is an ongoing, painless and
enjoyable process. No time or opportunity is provided to allow history to
be rewritten or blame apportioned, this programme is about looking forward
and making decisions based on fact – not emotion!
By the application of
information and techniques adopted by successful commercial organisations,
who also face pressures brought about by change, town communities
become more focused and motivated to ‘make things happen’. (Take a
look at press report under News and Articles).
Many of the changes facing
towns are similar in nature to those facing businesses, e.g.:
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new developments changing the 'playing field'
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changing and
increasing competition
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economic pressures
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changing and
increasing legislation
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customer
expectations
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shopping habits
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use of leisure time
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demographic changes
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Towns Alive can be directed
at particular sectors of a town’s community, e.g., businesses, or involve
all sectors, be they businesses, community groups, forums, chambers,
residents, etc.
Typically, and within six
months, towns have gone from a 'standing start' to having Action Plans in
place and being publicised.
Participants are challenged
to:
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look at
the bigger picture - not just their town
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develop
ideas, prompted by the information provided
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share
ideas, information and resource
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work
alongside support agencies
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work to
deadlines and produce
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maintain a
sense of humour and perspective
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look
forward to the future - and not hanker for the past!
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Towns Alive has three distinct phases:
RESEARCH
DEVELOPMENT
ACTION
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