OUR COUNCILLORS

Working for the benefit of all

THE ROLE OF A PARISH COUNCILLOR

The main role of a Parish Councillor is to represent the views of all residents within the Parish and to listen to,

and understand, the views and needs of different groups in the community (such as young and older people).

As a Councillor, there is a responsibility to be well-informed, especially about diverse local views.

Councillors cannot assume that they represent the interests of electors without consulting them.

Parish Councillors are elected representatives, not volunteers or employees, and serve for a 4 year term,

unless co-opted or elected in a bye-election when they serve until the next election.

They must apply the law and comply with the Code of Member Conduct.

Councillors contribute to the work of the Council by suggesting ideas, influencing policy,

engaging in constructive debate and by responding to the needs and views of the community.

Councillors comment on proposals to ensure the best outcome and vote to enable the Council to make decisions.

Individual Parish Councillors cannot make decisions on behalf of the Council, but they can actively lead and engage with local projects.

Parish Councillors have no powers outside of the Council meeting.

COUNCILLOR RACHEL SULLIVAN

Chairman

My family has lived in the village for around 200 years and I live in the house, bought by my Grandmother in C.1940, where my Father was born and I lived throughout my childhood. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have been brought up and to be able to raise my own children here.

I am passionate about preserving Little Ribston's rural and traditional nature that make it the beautiful place it is. I support the Village Hall and Cricket Club and enjoy the various activities put on for us to enjoy, and encourage others to join in the fun and community spirit.

I am a keen gardener, both vegetables and flowers, and I enjoy helping our local beekeepers by providing wild flowers for their bees.

I am keen to continue the already lengthy battle against speeding vehicles through the village to increase safety for our residents. I am also hoping we can help the cricket club to make some improvements to their facilities and encourage more support from the village in addition to providing an pleasant social environment for villagers to enjoy. I would like to support walkers in being able to follow correct footpaths and ensure they are well signposted and kept in good order for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike. I hope these initiatives will be well received and supported.

I am excited to be a member of the Parish Council and look forward to supporting our community.