Let's keep this momentum going and not wait for the next tragic planning decision! This is our city, let's not give up on it. New public forum for Aberdeen Inspired by the successful Cockburn Association in Edinburgh I am organising a public meeting to create a new public forum for the rapid and effective communication of public opinion on issues within the scope of the proposed constitution: On Wednesday 19 November 2014 From 6-8pm In the Towns House, Aberdeen If you would like to attend, please send your email/phone details to Lorna McHattie: simpsoncf2014@gmail.com, or phone 01224 208262. We need an idea of numbers, to make sure we have an appropriate sized room. Format Short presentation: What has brought us here? Why another forum? (15 minutes) Open Space: Smaller groups: What do you want from a forum? (1 hour) Together: Where do we go from here? Priorities for quick impact, how will you be involved? Proposed name: Simpson Civic Forum (In recognition of the contribution made to the architecture of Aberdeen by Archibald Simpson) Proposed Aim To promote the conservation and enhancement of Aberdeen's landscape and historic and architectural heritage, and encourage high quality contemporary design for buildings that blend with and enhance their surroundings. Proposed basis of constitution Promote the conservation and enhancement of Aberdeen's landscape and historic and architectural heritage; Encourage high quality contemporary design for buildings that blend with and enhance their surroundings; Promote improvement of the aesthetic and functional quality of shared spaces such as public squares, streets and pavements; Encourage the development and proper use of sustainable transport systems, with priority given to public transport, cycling and pedestrian environments; Encourage greater public interest and involvement in planning, conservation and design