11/12/12…..Want to be a Thame town councillor?

FOLLOWING the resignation of Adam Buckland from Thame Town Council, a vacancy has arisen on which is to be filled by Co-option. The successful candidate would serve for the remaining term of office, until April 2015.

The following is information about the role and how to apply for the vacancy, from Thame Town Council:

The Role

Town Councillors represent the people living in their local area at the closest level to the community. When decisions are made Councillors are there to put the views of the local people and have a duty to represent all local people and their interests.

Being available to the public and making people aware that you are a Councillor plays an important part in gaining the understanding of local views. Council and committee meetings are open to the public and every effort should be made to attract attendance from the public.

An effective councillor is not a soft option. It requires considerable skills and effort to achieve success. The reward is to see the benefit to the community through the policies and action of the council.

There are a number of reasons why people become councillors such as:

Representing electors and constituents

Using the position of councillor to push forward policies

Improving or changing the town, parish or community

Defending the area and the community against threat or changes

If you would like to be considered as a Co-opted Member on Thame Town Council or would like more information, contact The Town Clerk on 01844 212833 or email: clerk@thametowncouncil.gov.uk or write to Thame Town Council, High Street, Thame, OX9 3DP. The closing date for applications is December 21, 2012.

PHOTO: Local hairdresser, Adam Buckland, who stepped down from Thame Town Council recently, on the day he became Mayor of Thame in May 2010.