The Role of a Councillor
Last modified: November 6, 2009 - 8:32 AM
The role of a Councillor is, as a member of the governing body of Council:
- To direct and control the affairs of Council in accordance with the Local government Act of 1993
- To participate in the optimum allocation of the Council's resources for the benefit of the Shire
- To play a key role in the creation and review of the Council's policies and objectives and criteria relating to the exercise of the Council's regulatory functions
- To review the performance of the Council and its delivery of services, and the management plans and revenue policies of the Council
- To represent the interests of the residents and ratepayers
- To provide leadership and guidance to the community
- To facilitate communication between the community and Council.
Contact details
Harden Shire Council
02 6386 2305 (ph)
02 6386 2083 (fax)
council@harden.nsw.gov.au
