we would like a shed to store tools that we use for the maintenance of Douglas park. We would also like timber for a mini stage to be situated in the park

Requestee

Douglas Community Spaces Group

Location

east end

Evidence of Completion

Community Spaces Group, Nick Toner, Development Worker, said 'it has helped in a few ways that don't seem big, but they make a difference to us because of the context in which we operate. As we're not a council project, our stay in Douglas Community Centre is down to the goodwill of the Council staff and the community, so any space we take up is a favour to us. Many in the community would say 'of course you can stay here', which is generous and gratifying, but it is definitely worth noting that nobody is obliged to give us space. We connect with the Dundee Growers Network because of our greenspace, but the park works so differently to the community gardens because of its larger size and different priorities (aesthetic considerations, larger quantities of weeds, and always with a thought to potential vandalism). This means we're accruing fair amounts of tools and equipment; for maintenance, for groups of all ages, for an array of activities including painting, planting, modelling and litter picking. The shed we received from Community Wish means that we can store all of this safely out of the way of the centres' regular operation, access it quickly if need be for last minute schedule changes, AND still have room left to be able to consider other tools, equipment and activities. In particular, DCSG has supported me to develop a Forest School, which requires some larger pieces of equipment to operate safely year round, like a transportable fire pit and a large tent to shelter in. Thanks to Community Wishes, secure storage is one less issue to consider.'

Contractor Evidence of Completion

Helping Douglas Community Spaces Group with the shed although a small project for Robertson, has made a huge difference to the organisation. It gave us a chance to use what we do every day to actually help a local group in a practical way. For us it was supplying and installing a shed but for them it’s made a real difference to how they operate day to day. It also helped us build a good relationship with a local organisation. It shows that we are willing to step in and help where we can, not just focus on large projects. Robertson delivered this as part of their Small Works (Craigiebarns Primary School Re-roofing) project.