To confirm the notes of the meeting held on the 24th September 2009 (attached marked: 3).

A copy of the questions, issues and comments raised at the last meeting is attached for information (marked: 4).

The guidance note on declaring personal and prejudicial interests will be available at the meeting.

To receive a short presentation on Shropshire Council’s Budget Consultation.

To receive an update from the Community Policing Team, Acting Inspector Claire Greenaway and Sergeant Darren Smith.

To receive a report on the proposed grant awards.The report is attached, marked: 8.Contact Andy Goldsmith (01743 251017) or Ruth Mansfield (01743 252329).

To receive an update on the consultation.

To receive an update from your Councillor on any matters of local interest.To receive any questions from the floor. Local residents are encouraged to complete the ‘have your say’ forms provided at the meeting to ask questions or make suggestions for future agenda items.

To receive an update from Ruth Mansfield, Community Regeneration Officer.

Earlier this year, residents across Shropshire were invited to participate in a consultation on Shropshire's new Community Strategy. The Community Strategy is used to guide the way public agencies, the voluntary sector and business groups will work together in partnership and will help guide policy and funding decisions. The Final Draft Community Strategy is available to view on www.shropshirepartnership.org.uk and the Shropshire Partnership is inviting local residents to comment on the Community Strategy by completing the questionnaire on the website and returning it to the Shropshire Partnership Team.

To note that the next meeting will be held on the 10th March 2010 at 7.00 pm in The Guildhall, Frankwell Quay, Shrewsbury.