Here you will find case studies demonstrating examples of improvements and initiatives that the Council has been involved in, working alone or with our partners and community groups.
Providing homes for young people with disabilities
The Castle Mews project has provided purpose-built accommodation for physically and sensory disabled young persons, enabling them to live a full and independent life in St Albans City and District.
Provision of a community centre in St Albans
A former school building has been refurbished to provide St Albans residents with access to a community centre. Volunteers from local employer Premier Foods helped refurbish the centre.
Twin bins help the District meet recycling target
The introduction of a twin bin system has helped increase the amount of household waste recycled in the District from 36.35% in 2007/8 to 50.32% in 2009/10, enabling us to beat our target.
A new streamlined complaints procedure
We have introduced a clear customer pledge and a streamlined complaints procedure so that everyone can understand what to expect from the Council and what should happen if things go wrong.
St Albans Executive Forum launched
An Executive Forum was launched in March 2009 to help provide unemployed professionals living in St Albans City and District with the tools and resources to find new jobs.
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Meals on Wheels service made more effective
St Albans City and District Council worked with Hertfordshire County Council to help transfer the District's Meals on Wheels service in 2009 to a new county-wide service.
Redevelopment of sheltered housing
The Council has embarked on a long-term project to redevelop sheltered housing for the elderly in the District so that the quality of available accommodation is improved.
Talent management initiative launched
The Council has introduced apprenticeships and set up a university bursary scheme as part of a talent management initiative.
Date of last review: 10 May 2011