Meet Your Neighbourhood Management Team Coordinator: Alex Green

Join us at Trellick Tower on November 27th, 2024, for an opportunity to meet Alex Green, the Neighbourhood Management Team Coordinator, who will be on-site to assist residents with a range of tenancy and community issues.

Alex’s responsibilities include:

• Investigating and resolving Anti-Social Behaviour.

• Providing advice on move-on options and mutual exchanges.

• Addressing tenancy-related enquiries, including assignments and successions.

• Offering support for vulnerable residents.

• Coordinating multiagency work to ensure comprehensive assistance for tenants.

• Leading Ledly Estate Inspections to maintain safety and well-being.

In light of recent incidents in the area, we understand that some residents may be feeling anxious or distressed. Alex and the team are working closely with the Police to manage anti-social behaviour and minimise the impact on our community. If you have any concerns, please stop by the Neighbourhood Surgery or reach out to your Neighbourhood Services Coordinator.

This is your chance to raise any issues, get advice, and receive support from your local team. Alex is always happy to help and would love to hear from you!

We are here to ensure Trellick Tower remains a safe and supportive environment for all its residents.

Estate Inspection & Improvement Ideas: Share Your Voice!

We’re committed to ensuring Trellick Tower remains a safe, welcoming place to live, and we want to hear from you. Join us on the 26th of November for our upcoming Estate Inspection where you can report any health and safety issues directly to our team. If you notice something that needs attention, make it easy by using our online Safety Culture web form. Just click the link and report your concerns with ease.

We’re also looking for good news stories! If you’ve been involved in a local initiative that supports the community or have a success to share, send it our way. We’d love to celebrate and showcase your achievements!

Have ideas to improve your estate? Every year, we allocate an Estate Improvement Budget of £67 per household. This money can be used for projects that enhance where you live – from installing CCTV, providing bike racks, and adding new plants, to implementing automated gates. Your input matters, so please share your ideas with us!

Want to get involved? Take part in our Estate Improvement Survey by clicking the link and help us make Trellick Tower even better.

Agenda

1. Review notes, confirm and check any actions taken

2. Re-visit Trellick. Uk website

3. Discussion on the document from the workshop “Running Effective RA” (please, read before the meeting)

4. Updates on foyer and clubroom

5. Floor covering in communal areas, specifically on the bridges and staircases

6. Christmas plans

7. Festival 2025 themes, dates, ideas for stalls etc

8. AOB

Save the Date: Residents’ Summit – Saturday, 9 November!

We’re excited to invite you to Housing Management’s event of the year—the Residents' Summit! This is your chance to engage with senior managers and your Lead Member for Housing, voice your concerns, share ideas, and learn more about how we work to support you.

The event is also a great opportunity to meet your neighbours, participate in interactive workshops, and enjoy insightful talks from special guests. Plus, we’ll be providing lunch and a few exciting surprises throughout the day!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, 9 November, and stay tuned to our webpage for updates as the event approaches.

For more ways to get involved, visit the Housing Management webpage at www.rbkc.gov.uk/housing-news or email us at HM-ResidentEngagement@rbkc.gov.uk.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Community Meeting: Grenfell Tower Inquiry, Phase Two Report

In light of the release of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry's Phase Two report, the Council has published a summary outlining the key findings and what they mean for our relationship with residents. We are now inviting you to join us for a public meeting to discuss these important findings and what they mean for the future.

We will share how your feedback is shaping the Council’s ongoing response to the Inquiry’s findings. Keep an eye on our website for further updates.

Event Details:

• Date: Monday, 7 November

• Time: 6pm – 8pm

• Location: Morley College, North Kensington Centre, W10 5QQ

If you would like to attend, please register your interest by emailing GTI.contact@rbkc.gov.uk.

Further Information:

• Hard copies of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry report are available at North Kensington, Chelsea, and Central Libraries, as well as at Kensington Town Hall.

• Specific events for the bereaved and survivors have been arranged, and they have been contacted directly.

For more information or to share feedback, please get in touch with GTI.contact@rbkc.gov.uk.

Please join us as we continue to reflect, listen, and work towards meaningful change.

Advice and cuppa

Cafe operates from 10 am. to 1 pm

• Free Lavazza coffee

• Digital offers on SIM cards and fibre broadband for low-income families and subject to availability

• Public computers with Wi-Fi

One to One Advice Drop-in service is available from 10 am - 4 pm

• Welfare and Debt Help and Advice

• Neighbourhood Officers

• Library of Help and Support Services

Contact

0800 137 111

financialinclusion@rbkc.gov.uk

Location

Kensal Resource Centre W10 5EQ

Join Our Meeting on "Parking on RBKC Estates"

Housing Management's new Parking on RBKC Estates Policy is now in operation, following extensive consultation with residents and formal implementation in July. This updated policy introduces important changes, including limits on vehicle sizes, permit charges based on emissions, and plans for electric vehicle charging bays.

To ensure a smooth transition and answer any questions you may have, we’re hosting a Zoom meeting where you can learn more about the policy and share your feedback.

Meeting Details:

• Date: Wednesday, 6 November 2024

• Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

• Location: Kensington Town Hall in Committee Room 1

Your feedback is crucial in helping us refine and improve the parking process. For more information or to address any concerns, please contact the Neighbourhood Resident Services team at HM-parking@rbkc.gov.uk or call 0800 137 111.

Stay tuned for further meetings and updates, and thank you for your participation!

Join Our Zoom Meeting on "Parking on RBKC Estates"

Housing Management's new Parking on RBKC Estates Policy is now in operation, following extensive consultation with residents and formal implementation in July. This updated policy introduces important changes, including limits on vehicle sizes, permit charges based on emissions, and plans for electric vehicle charging bays.

To ensure a smooth transition and answer any questions you may have, we’re hosting a Zoom meeting where you can learn more about the policy and share your feedback.

Meeting Details:

• Date: Monday, 4 November 2024

• Time: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

• Platform: Zoom

• How to Join: Scan the QR code on our website to access the meeting.

Your feedback is crucial in helping us refine and improve the parking process. For more information or to address any concerns, please contact the Neighbourhood Resident Services team at HM-parking@rbkc.gov.uk or call 0800 137 111.

Stay tuned for further meetings and updates, and thank you for your participation!

Meet Your Neighbourhood Management Team Coordinator: Alex Green

Join us at Trellick Tower on October 23rd, 2024, for an opportunity to meet Alex Green, the Neighbourhood Management Team Coordinator, who will be on-site to assist residents with a range of tenancy and community issues.

Alex’s responsibilities include:

• Investigating and resolving Anti-Social Behaviour.

• Providing advice on move-on options and mutual exchanges.

• Addressing tenancy-related enquiries, including assignments and successions.

• Offering support for vulnerable residents.

• Coordinating multiagency work to ensure comprehensive assistance for tenants.

• Leading Ledly Estate Inspections to maintain safety and well-being.

In light of recent incidents in the area, we understand that some residents may be feeling anxious or distressed. Alex and the team are working closely with the Police to manage anti-social behaviour and minimise the impact on our community. If you have any concerns, please stop by the Neighbourhood Surgery or reach out to your Neighbourhood Services Coordinator.

This is your chance to raise any issues, get advice, and receive support from your local team. Alex is always happy to help and would love to hear from you!

We are here to ensure Trellick Tower remains a safe and supportive environment for all its residents.

Grenfell Projects Fund 2024/25 is now live

Are you a community provider or organisation with an idea for a project that will help the North Kensington community's recovery?

The GPF is back, offering grants to support North Kensington’s community-led recovery.

The deadline for applications has been extended to Wednesday 16 October 2024.

Hard copy application forms and support is available, get in touch via grenfellcommunityteam@rbkc.gov.uk

Almost 100 projects have been supported, including environmental, cultural, and community-led employment programmes.

This year’s fund, co-designed with North Kensington residents, focuses on:

• Bringing the North Kensington community together

Finding new ways to bring North Kensington residents together, celebrate their shared experiences and provide open access to unite people.

• Community-based cultural enrichment

Looking across the borough to understand both the existing cultural layout and bring in new forms of cultural experiences, particularly ones that focus on science, technology, design, art, architecture or engineering, and how North Kensington residents can access that.

• Caring for our most vulnerable

Identifying the current gaps in community provision and addressing the needs of residents who are most vulnerable and at risk of being forgotten about.

What you need to know before you apply

To find out how to apply now and what criteria you need to meet, visit:

• GPF guidance

• GPF Frequently Asked Questions

• Website

Please email us at grenfellcommunityteam@rbkc.gov.uk if you need a paper copy of the application form or any other additional help from the team.  

Advice and information sessions

We are holding a series of advice and information sessions to assist applicants with the application form and to answer any questions they may have.

Please do come along to one of the following:

• North Kensington Library

Wednesday 2 October 2024, 2pm – 5pm

North Kensington Library, 108 Ladbroke Grove, London W11 1PZ

• Baseline Studios

Thursday 3 October 2024, 5pm – 8pm

Baseline Studios, Whitchurch Road, W11 4AT

• Bay 20

Wednesday 8 October 2024, 5pm – 8pm

Bay 20 Community Centre, 71 St Marks Rd, W10 6JG

• Venture Centre

Thursday 10 October 2024, 2pm – 5pm

Venture Community Centre, 103a Wornington Road, W10 5YB

• The Dalgarno Trust

Friday 11 October 2024, 5pm – 8pm

Dalgarno Way, W10 5LE

• Baseline Studios

Monday 14 October 2024, 2pm – 5pm

Baseline Studios, Whitchurch Road, W11 4AT

• Portobello Road Market

every Friday from 10am-1pm.

Are you a resident of Kensington & Chelsea, Kingston, or Hounslow aged 18 or over and interested in pursuing a career in Film or TV?

We are excited to announce an upcoming FREE Set Ready training course for residents of these three London boroughs. The two-day training programme will equip new entrants with the foundational knowledge, skills and confidence required to work as a Location Marshal on a large-scale film or TV production.

The course, led by expert industry professionals, will provide the essential skills to jumpstart a career in the creative industry. Upon completing the course, Set Ready will offer a paid placement on a large-scale film or high-end TV production.

The course will occur on Monday 11th & Tuesday 12th November 2024, between 10 am and 4 pm at the Rose Theatre in Kingston.

To apply for a place, please submit your application via this link before Wednesday 16th October. You will have to click on “Apply for Permit” and register to create a new account before completing the application form.

https://setready.co.uk/set-ready-in-west-london-november-2024/

Agenda

1. Trellick UK website launch

Community Meeting: Grenfell Tower Inquiry, Phase Two Report

In light of the release of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry's Phase Two report, the Council has published a summary outlining the key findings and what they mean for our relationship with residents. We are now inviting you to join us for a public meeting to discuss these important findings and what they mean for the future.

Event Details:

• Date: Monday, 7 October

• Time: 6pm – 8pm

• Location: Morley College, North Kensington Centre, W10 5QQ

At this meeting, you will have the chance to:

• Hear directly from the Council’s Leader and Chief Executive about the Council’s failings and the changes we’ve implemented since 2017.

• Share your views on whether these changes have made an impact, what still needs to improve, and what we should prioritize next.

Meeting Chair:
The event will be chaired by the former Bishop of Liverpool, James Jones KBE, known for his role as Chair of the Independent Hillsborough Panel. As an independent chair, he will ensure that as many voices as possible are heard during the discussion.

What to Expect:

• The Leader and Chief Executive will present the findings and explain the changes made since the Grenfell tragedy.

• Most of the meeting will focus on residents' questions, concerns, and suggestions for further action.

• After the meeting, Council officers will be available for one-on-one conversations with those who may not have had the chance to speak during the session.

Next Steps: A follow-up meeting will be held on Thursday, 7 November, where we will share how your feedback is shaping the Council’s ongoing response to the Inquiry’s findings. Keep an eye on our website for further updates.

If you would like to attend, please register your interest via Eventbrite or by emailing GTI.contact@rbkc.gov.uk.

Further Information:

• Hard copies of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry report are available at North Kensington, Chelsea, and Central Libraries, as well as at Kensington Town Hall.

• Specific events for the bereaved and survivors have been arranged, and they have been contacted directly.

For more information or to share feedback, please get in touch with GTI.contact@rbkc.gov.uk.

Please join us as we continue to reflect, listen, and work towards meaningful change.

Join Us at the Annual Homeowners Event!

You're invited to our Annual Homeowners Event—an excellent opportunity to meet our team specialists and gain expert advice on various services. This is your chance to get involved in shaping future Council decisions and help us improve the services we offer.

At the event, you can get information and advice on:

• Capital Projects

• Repairs

• Alterations

• Home Ownership Service Charges & Payment Options

• Neighbourhood Services

• Building, Mechanical & Electrical Systems (lifts, door entry systems, heating, etc.)

• Estate Care

• Community Investment

• Community Alarm Service & Support for Vulnerable and Older People

Feel free to drop in anytime between 4 pm and 8pm—no need to book! Explore the stalls, chat with housing team experts and representatives from external organisations, and discover how you can make a difference in your community.

Venue:
Great Hall, Kensington Town Hall,
Hornton Street, London, W8 7NX

Refreshments will be available throughout the evening.

For more information, contact HM-Homeownership@rbkc.gov.uk. We look forward to seeing you there!

Advice and cuppa

Cafe operates from 10 am. to 1 pm

• Free Lavazza coffee

• Digital offers on SIM cards and fibre broadband for low-income families and subject to availability

• Public computers with Wi-Fi

One to One Advice Drop-in service is available from 10 am - 4 pm

• Welfare and Debt Help and Advice

• Neighbourhood Officers

• Library of Help and Support Services

Contact

0800 137 111

financialinclusion@rbkc.gov.uk

Location

Kensal Resource Centre W10 5EQ