Warminster Town Council is encouraging residents to find out what is involved in being a town councillor. All seats on the town council will be up for re-election in May 2025.
Drop-in events are being held at the Civic Centre in Sambourne Road – on Friday 15th November from 5pm to 7pm and on Saturday 16th November from 10am to 12 noon.
These events will give residents a chance to chat with existing councillors and staff, get some information and ask any questions they might have about the role.
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There will be hot drinks and refreshments at the informal event. People are encouraged to ‘drop in’ anytime to chat for as long as you like – a few minutes or much longer.
Being a town councillor involves working as part of a team with other town councillors to take decisions about how the town council should allocate funds and what services should be provided.
People from all backgrounds and with different skill sets become town councillors and all bring something important to the role.
Cllr Stacie Allensby, Town Mayor, is keen to encourage people to come forward; she has enjoyed her time on the council and said: “I can honestly say it has been one of the most worthwhile things I have ever done.”
Other councillors described the role as “super rewarding” and allowing you to “respond to needs within the community”.
A spokesperson for the Town Council said:
We look forward to welcoming people to these events. Please come along, there is no pressure to stand for election, but you will leave better informed about the role of a councillor and whether it is something you would want to do.”
For more information contact Warminster Town Council, Tel: 01985 214847 or email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk
Last modified: 6 November 2024
