Parish Council and Guildford Borough Council Elections 2011

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A PARISH COUNCILLOR?

The Parish Councils forms a key part of the democratic process. We give people a say at a very local level on proposals which affect them.

The Parish Councils is involved in providing local facilities such as tennis courts and playgrounds. Increasingly, we represent the views and need of our communities across a wide range of issues. We have a legal right to be notified of all planning applications within the Parish Boundary and we are consulted fully by the Borough Council.   This means that the Parish Council can influence strategic planning issues and a range of other important matters affecting the community we serve.

Becoming a Parish Councillor is a rewarding and valued form of public service. Councillors have to balance the needs and interests of their residents, voters and local council.

All Councillors contribute to the work of the Parish Council by:-

        I.            Having a say about things they care about;

       II.            Putting forward ideas for better services

      III.            Responding to the needs and views of their constituents

      IV.            Seeking the best outcome to local issues; and

       V.            Getting involved in decision- making by voting.

An individual Councillor (including the Chairman) cannot make a decision on behalf of the Council. Therefore, cooperation between Councillors to achieve the best possible outcome for the community is the key to success of the Council and the basis for a rewarding contribution. Importantly, this involves listening to the views of other Councillors and getting broad agreement on the best way forward.

Elections to Parish Councils are held in the first Thursday in May every four years, with the next election being in May 2011. Nomination papers will be available about 6 – 7 weeks before the election and every prospective candidate needs to complete one and you will need two subscribers who are on the electoral register for West Horsley Parish (for further information please contact the Clerk).

If you are interested in becoming a Parish Councillor for West Horsley or wish further information then please do not hesitate to contact:

Soo Simmonds - Parish Clerk on 01483 281924 or email clerk@westhorsley.info

Charles Hope – Chairman of West Horsley Parish Council – 01483 283856 or email chairman@westhorsley.info