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Elector Representation Review
The District Council of Franklin Harbour is undertaking an Elector Representation Review to determine whether the community would benefit from an alteration to the Council’s composition or ward structure.
As an outcome of this review Council proposes the following:
Proposal
- The Principal member of Council continues to be a Chairperson (with the title of Mayor) who is to be selected/appointed by and from amongst the elected members;
- The Council continue to comprise six (6) area Councillors;
- The Council area not be divided into wards (i.e. the existing "no wards" structure be retained;
Council has prepared a Representation Review Report which details the review process, the public consultation undertaken and the proposal Council considers should be carried into effect.
How can I have a say?
At the Council meeting held 9 June 2021, Council endorsed a public consultation process, which will commence from 1 July 2021 and will conclude on 23 July 2021.
Interested members of the community are invited to make a written submission expressing their views on the future composition and structure of Council.
Make your submissions by:
- Post: written submissions to the Chief Executive Officer, PO Box 71, Cowell SA 5602
- Email: council@franklinharbour.sa.gov.au
- Office: hand in at the Council office, 6 Main Street, Cowell SA 5602
Submissions will be accepted until 5pm on Friday 23 July 2021.
Further information regarding the Elector Representation Review can also be obtained by contacting: Bernadette Clelland, Manager Corporate Services on 8629 2019 or bernadette@franklinharbour.sa.gov.au