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WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The local council has some funds to invest in the neighborhood. They have asked for suggestions from the public.
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
• thank them for considering the public’s opinion
• explain ways in which the funds can be utilised
• offer some ways in which you can contribute to the council
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Top rated answers
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Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 27 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 27 days ago
Dear Council, I am here to express my gratitutude towards having our opinion on utilising funds. I am writing this letter to suggest some ways i can contribute that might be useful to consider. Reiterating my appreciation for your decision to keep the discuission open for public. I have read the article in the newspaper, I truely astonished by your approach as this is happening for the first time in a decade. The question on utilising funds is very critical, however building sports complex and swimming pool could be a great way to enhance physical fitness in all age groups. Addtionally, there is also a need felt for a common laury which every elder could use anytime to access the market or medical store outside the society. I am serving as architecture in a renowned company. I can provide some good suggestions for utilising the space available with mimimum expenditure. I can also guide which direction is suitable so that heat could be minimized during summer and low mainteinance required in all weathers. I thank you again for approaching us and giving us opportunity to contribute. Yours sincerely, Merry
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
3 months 9 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
3 months 9 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, My name is John Smith and I live nearby Alberta metro station. I am writing this letter regarding your public suggestions about fund investments. First of all, I would like to thank you for asking public suggestion which means a lot for local resident. Because It did not happen earlier. I would like to provide some valueable information which require your prompt attention. Firstly, in this area we do not have garden So I would be happy if you could open the garden so children can play safely and elder people can be relaxed. Secondly, there are plenty of potholes available in the main road and footpath. Kindly renovate the road and prevent us from major injuries. Lastly, recently dwellers has demanded to local council to open cinema hall in their area but still we do not find any update on this. These are the major reasons where you can be utilised your funds for local areas growth. I assure you, I can do whatever assistance you will require such as, arranage local members meeting, addition workers and many more. I look forward to your positive response and I hope my suggesstions will help you to improve our area. Warm regards, John Smith
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
3 months 13 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
3 months 13 days ago
Dear Sir, I am writing this letter to pass my suggestions to the local council to facilitate them invest better in the neighborhood . Firstly, I would like to thank the council for acting responsibly by considering the public's opinion to invest in the neighborhood. I appreciate the soul of the local council for promoting inclusive governance in the neighborhood . I suggest this to be followed in other governance activities as well . Next, I have observed that the healthcare facilities in the neighbourhood are not good due to which the local people prefer moving to the nearby town for medical trearment. I suggest the local council invest primarily for the development of the healthcare facilities in the neighborhood. The second preference would be in construction of schools which could help in improvement in literacy of the local people. I encourage the local council to collect funds from the neighbourhood by explaining the way the funds could be utilized . Addtionally, I encourage funds to be collected from the community's treasury department as well . I hope the suggestions I have provided are helpful and help in enhancement of the governance of the local council. Yours Sincerely, A Abhishek
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
3 months 13 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
3 months 13 days ago
Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing this to express my sincere appreciation for considering public's opinion about investment of funds in our neighbourhood. Being a resident in this locality I would like to provide some suggestions for utilization of money for development of our surrounding. To begin with, firstly park renovation should be considered as a top priority as it is used on daily basis for morning and evening walks not just adults but by children and elderly people as well. Next, a sidewalk construction could be considered according to funds, due to heavy rains, water gets lodged on the pavements and blocks the side of the road, which eventually causes disturbance for pedestrians. Lastly, local library requires a almirah for new section of books, it could be arranged by us. In the end, I would like to contribute as well by helping in construction of sidewalk. I am a part-time worker and usually free on weekends. Meanwhile, I can offer assistance in accounting and computing in the council hall during evenings on Wednesdays and Fridays. I hope you would consider my diligent suggestions and discuss with council members. I would look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours Faithfully, John.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
4 months 8 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
4 months 8 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I,am writing in context to the advertisement in newspaper by the local council asking suggestions from the locals regarding how to invesworks t the funds in the neighborrhood area.I am grateful and thankful to you,for asking the public on their views and ideas.This is a very supportive way to include public in decision making,fostering, the spirit of the democracy. I suggest that,that money allocated ,should be spent on the maintanence and repair of roads.Another area of improvement are the public parks.The three public parks in the area,need to be taken care of and open gym machines and rides for the children can be added in the parks. I and my other two friens want to volunteer in these progressive changes by taking out our time to supervise and report to you the daily work done and this will ensure these projects to be done in time. I, look forward to hear from you.My email Id is cggguuu@gmail.com and my contact number is 666777888. Yours sincerely, Mehak Jain
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Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to let you know how thankful I am for the recent fund allocation you have planned in the locality. Since the local community is facing many challenges in meeting the daily requirements, the local council's decision to accommodate the changes by investing money is a thrilling experience because, at the right time, the people need this. The entire community is proud of this initiative and the humbleness that you provide to implement this duty. Although there are many issues at present, road lights need to be rectified as the initial step which ensures get light during the night time, especially for the people who are working in late night shift. Besides that, the money could be spent on other innovative areas like healthcare, and educational institutions for the well-beingness of the pupils. As I am chairman of my local community, it would be a pleasure to share a few amounts to this initiative and this would be a good idea to collect money from other members of my region. Furthermore, please share the mode of payment and account details to send money. I would recommend continuing these initiatives in future as well. Yours faithfully, John Smith
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I am a residient of Victora Street, and writing you this letter for some valuable recommendations if you can consider, so that refurbishment along with some improvements in our adjoining locality can occur. To begin with, I would like to thankyou to ask for genuine suggestions from the people living in this area, as it has never happened before. We all are very grateful for your efforts and ideology. Moving on, I have some key points which needs your attention. Firstly, drainage needs to be improved as whenever it rains severe water clogging is observed. Secondly, a small park with an open air gym and some swings is required as their is no play area for the kids. Thirdly, some kiosks can be incorporated for some basic ammenities of day to day life like vegetables , medicines etc. as the markets otherwise are very far located. I am happy to volunteer in administering any work on weekends because it is generally off for me. Also, I know some of the contractors who are always ready to provide material at a subsidised cost for public welfare work if that can be of any help to you. I am hoping for you to consider above mentioned points and you can always contact me on the details given below. Yours Faithfully, Arjun Mathews.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 year ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I, Dr. Puneet Sharma, am staying in the urban estate area of Hisar. This areas comes under your council, I was alarmed by my neighbour that you are planning to invest funds in the neighbourhood and have asked for the public's opinion. I would like to share my opinion on the correct usage of these funds in the neighbourhood, people from outside throw garbage in and around our area, so dusbins need to be installed in order to keep the neighbourhood clean. Sweepers should be hired and paid appreciable amount so that the area remains clean. There is an open field inbetween our estate area, which is being used for the disposable of garbage by the local community. In addition to cleaning of this open field area, It can easily be converted into a garden. I am a working ophthalmologist, am I have a passion for gardening, so I can share my experience and insights of gardening including plantation of herbs and fragrant flowers. This will create a positive aura in my community. I can devote my time on the weekends. Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely, Dr. Puneet Sharma
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
12 months 2 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
12 months 2 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing this letter in response to counsil's request for ideas to deploy funds in my vicinity. I really appreciate this move of council to seek residents views for this noble cause. To start with, first priority of council should be to invest in the healthcare sector. The current council hospital lacks modern testing equipment, for which we have to go to other city. in addition, we need to add few playing or recreational infrastructure for children. The current facility is always full of pupils and they have to wait a lot longer for respective turns. Moreover, the some very busy roads also need re-layering of surface as there are potholes which is a perenial issue for elderly citizens. I would be glad to offer my helping hand in this novel initiative. I am a civil engineer by profession and it would be my pleasure to pinpoint the ways and means for road resurfacing. Moreover, my wife is a doctor and she can guide in heathcare equipment needs. Hoping for early solutions and best of luck in your endeavours. Yours faithfully, John Doe
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
11 months 18 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
11 months 18 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to provide some of my personal recommendations regarding the investment of funds in the neighborhood. Myself Khushi, one of the resident of your community. First of all, I am contented to hear about your decision for improving and providing more facilities to local people for their betterment. For this I am pleased as you thought for the welfare of the society. I would like to suggest some ways which could help you to invest funds in an appropriate manner. To initiate with the main point, our community need a well maintained park, with some amenities for the physical and mental fitness of the public. And this may include a park with playing area for children, gym equipments for teenagers and proper sitting area for old people. Not only this, there is no drinking water facility for outside people, which could be arranged near the park area. For your assistance I am always available and I can help you anytime. As I am working in RO filter company as a Manager, so I could offer a huge discount for water service. And my friend can provide gym equipments at cheap prices as he knows people related to this field. Hope these suggestions will be helpful for our society! Yours faithfully, Khushi
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
11 months 5 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
11 months 5 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing this letter in response to your request to suggest a few ideas for new renovations or installations in the town. First of all, I would like to thank the local council for coming up with this thought. I and all the residents appreciate this action taken by the municipality. Secondly, as far as the suggestions are concerned, I would like to inform you about the current conditions of the public bathrooms. Most of the washrooms have faulty flushes, although the sanitaryware is still in decent condition. Another issue is the shortage of park benches in the kids' playground. Hence, these are a few areas where the funds could be used efficiently. Additionally, I would like to let you know that I am willing to offer some contribution to this drive. I have my own paint manufacturing company, therefore, I would love to donate some paint cans to the council. I have attached my contact information at the end of this letter, using which you can contact me anytime regarding donations or other questions. Thank you.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
8 months 9 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
8 months 9 days ago
Dear Sir, I trust this email finds you in good health. I am writing this letter to express my gratitude for your consideration of the public's suggestions for utilising society funds and to express my opinion as well. Considering the thoughts of community members is a great initiative that not only opens doors to different views but also enables individuals to feel a part of society. For a long time, I have been waiting to hear about the plan, and now, firstly, I would like to suggest improving the common lift facility. The current lift is too old, and most of the time, it is under maintenance work, which affects older people's movement from house to house. Secondly, in my opinion, the council should consider the idea of a football ground within the premises. Often, I observed children going to a playground in another locality, which is situated across the road and requires a membership for outside residents. Additionally, the road is quite busy during evenings, which is why parents are worried about sending their kids across to the playfield. The inclusion of the aforementioned things into the budget would be a great idea. As a responsible citizen of society, I would like to contribute to the accomplishment of this project. My company manufactures the turf for the court, and I can provide it free of cost. Thank you for your valuable time. I look forward to hearing from you if my ideas are fruitful in your consideration. Kind Regards,
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
9 months 24 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
9 months 24 days ago
Dear Sir, I hope this message finds you well. I am delighted to read in the local newspaper regarding your idea about making some investments for the public. I am writing this letter to you to thank you for taking such a decision in favour of the masses as well as would like to make some advises in this regard. Firstly, as a resident of this area, I would like to update you that people of the neighbourhood have a good impression about your belief towards fund management towards Public Welfare. This inturn can help the community to unite and rebuild the lost network due to lack of proper governance in the previous years. We have seen enough of corruption and malpractices in the administration and are glad that you have taken a stance against them. However, there are numerous domains which need immediate attention from the authorities. To begin with, the roads have innumerable potholes which require to be filled at the earliest. Thereafter, the electricity and internet connections which are key areas of development needs advancement also. For instance, any change in the weather hampers the internet connectivity here. Along with this, I wanted to bring to your attention that the community school buildings needs refurbishment. I believe, you have enough funds to be allocated for different departments. Having said that, I must say that I am a law abiding citizen of the country and would be available on all weekends if you require any help. I am here to serve my community as a Social Worker and aim to bring change in the society. Herewith, please find my phone number and my address for further correspondence. Once again, I am grateful for your thoughts towards my fellow neighbours and appreciate your hardwork. Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely, Sudeshna Chakravarty
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
9 months 29 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
9 months 29 days ago
Dear Sir / Madam, I am writing in response to the recent public announcement, that there would be funds allocated to our neighbourhood. We are overjoyed with this news, as it is been a while since there was any development proposed for our tiny neighbourhood. As you will notice there is a lot of work which needs to be done. I would like to offer a few suggestions. Firstly, being the water supply. We have noticed that there have been times when the water coming though the pipes is brown in color, indicating mud and other contaminants. Replacing our common water tank would solve this problem. Secondly, rodent infestation is on the rise, this may lead to rabbies or several other diseases. I believe a pest control would be required here and finally, a new park would is something that we all are looking forward to. Also, I would be obliged to offer my support to monitor the work. I am a retired individual and have a lot of experience in this area as I used to be a foreman in my previous job. Looking forward to your prompt response. Yours sincerely, Reuel Cardozo.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 5 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
10 months 5 days ago
Dear Sir/Madam I am writing to suggest some ideas for using funds in the areas that require a lot of renovation. I would like to express my gratitude for asking our opinions on providing capital for nearby areas of the golf society. It is the most needed step as there are some areas requiring a lot of change. Although we have a cafe to meet with our neighbours, the social club should serve the purpose well. Therefore, I request you to use this money to construct it. Moreover, drainage problems hinder our commute to work, it would be appreciated if these concerns would be tackled immediately. I would be delighted to assist the council with any help needed from my end including financial and professional aspects. I am a civil engineer, so could lay the club structure. I know the building of the club is dependent on lots of money, thus, I am ready to provide some financial assistance as well. Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Yours faithfully Fatma Ajmal

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