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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.