Council Statements
Award Scheme
Promoting democracy & citizenship
1 The Council encourages public participation at its meetings,by a standing order of 18/10/07 there is a Public Forum (max 15 minutes ) at each meeting. This is included in the Agendas ,publicised on 6 noticeboards and in the Minutes.
2 .The Council seeks out the views of all parishioners. Examples are :
The Parish Plan Questionnaire in2006 delivered to 775 households ,followed up by personal visits so 46% were completed ,and formed a basis for the Parish Plan.
A flyer similarly delivered asking for the preferences of young people for the uses of the new Amenity Field.
A flyer similarly distributed about the Opening Event of the Amenity Field on 22/5/10.
An Annual newsletter to all households giving a report of the achievements of the year, the accounts and Councillor contact details.
3 Councillors have contacts with local residents and discuss local issues.Also with a Residents Association ,local school and a large landowner and employer, DARLEY STUDS, whose activities have a big impact on the area.
4 The Council advertises the services and activities of the District and County Councils.
5 The Council seeks out new members to replace retiring ones.
All vacancies ,elections, nominations and contacts are advertised throughout the parish.
6 The Parish is split into 3 separate geographical parts, and the Council tries to achieve fair and equal representation for each part.
7 The Council supports local active groups (see list in Communication), and makes grants to organisations which
provide services to residents, eg Ellesmere Community Centre, Newmarket Day Centre, Dial-a Ride, Citizens Advice Bureau.
2 .The Council seeks out the views of all parishioners. Examples are :
The Parish Plan Questionnaire in2006 delivered to 775 households ,followed up by personal visits so 46% were completed ,and formed a basis for the Parish Plan.
A flyer similarly delivered asking for the preferences of young people for the uses of the new Amenity Field.
A flyer similarly distributed about the Opening Event of the Amenity Field on 22/5/10.
An Annual newsletter to all households giving a report of the achievements of the year, the accounts and Councillor contact details.
3 Councillors have contacts with local residents and discuss local issues.Also with a Residents Association ,local school and a large landowner and employer, DARLEY STUDS, whose activities have a big impact on the area.
4 The Council advertises the services and activities of the District and County Councils.
5 The Council seeks out new members to replace retiring ones.
All vacancies ,elections, nominations and contacts are advertised throughout the parish.
6 The Parish is split into 3 separate geographical parts, and the Council tries to achieve fair and equal representation for each part.
7 The Council supports local active groups (see list in Communication), and makes grants to organisations which
provide services to residents, eg Ellesmere Community Centre, Newmarket Day Centre, Dial-a Ride, Citizens Advice Bureau.