Councillor vacancy – Harrowbarrow Ward

Calstock Parish is situated in south east Cornwall (UK), close to the Devon border. With a population of approximately 6,000 and 2,600 households, it comprises of a number of villages, the larger being Gunnislake and Calstock.  The Parish has a vacancy for a co opted member for Harrowbarrow ward, and we are looking for someone who has a desire to help their community and promote the parish. We are currently the second largest parish in Cornwall.

The role of a Councillor can be varied at the best of times. Perhaps the three main areas of responsibility are:

  • Representing the people in your area
  • Community leadership
  • Supporting projects in your parish

At present we are creating a Neighbourhood Development Plan, have declared a Climate Emergency and are also looking at projects involving funding for a new skatepark, and updating the Cemetery Chapel. Amongst other things we look after 2 cemeteries, 4 playparks, car parks, public toilets, allotments, bus shelters, footpaths, litter/dog and salt bins, moorings at Calstock and open spaces at Pleasure Piece, Albaston Millenium Green and Latchley Green. The role of a councillor is varied and one that is not paid, so it’s more about having the time to spare to come to at least 3 meetings a month and being able to give something back to the community. There are 17 other councillors representing the 5 wards of Calstock, Gunnislake, Chilsworthy, Harrowbarrow and Delaware, a clerk, deputy clerk and 2 workmen. Our precept for this financial year is £183000, to cover all the things mentioned above and pay the staff!

A selection interview will take place for any interested persons on Tuesday 9th July 2019 at the Tamar Valley Centre after the Full Council meeting.

For further information about the role of a Parish Councillor, and the co option process please contact:

Sue Lemon

Clerk, Calstock Parish Council

Email: clerk@calstockparishcouncil.gov.uk

Phone: 01822 748847

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 noon Monday 8th July 2019