Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 5, 2024

Purpose:

Content: That Council:   a)    Notes the process undertaken for the nominations and selection of co- opted Town and Parish representatives to the Democratic and Standards Committee and the candidates proposed for appointment;    b)    Approves the appointment of three candidates (as set out in 5.2 of the report) to be appointed as co-opted Town and Parish representatives to the Democracy and Standards Committee for a term of office until May 2025 with the provision to extend to May 2029 provided eligibility criteria is met.    Reason for Decisions – ·         The terms of reference for the Democracy and Standards Committee require co-opted Members. This recommendation to fill the vacancies ensures that the membership of the Committee is in line with the terms of reference.   Alternative Options Considered –   ·         To not undertake the appointment process and appoint after the election in 2025. This option was disregarded on the basis the terms of reference for the committee which require representatives. To pause the appointment until May 2025 further delays securing the full membership for this committee.  ·         To appoint until May 2025 and have a new nomination and selection process for the term of office 2025-2029. This option was considered to have a disproportionate impact on resources including duplication of an induction training. In the event a representative is not eligible to serve as a co-opted member following the 2025 election the appointment process can be re-run for the number of vacancies arising. This would apply in the event of any ineligibility or inability to serve at any time during the term of office.