Residents interested in having more say in local decision-making have a chance to join Histon & Impington Parish Council for a limited period, without having to stand for election.
The recent resignation of former Councillor Walter Davey created a vacancy that will be filled by co-option, meaning Councillors can select an individual of their choice on the electorate’s behalf. The Council hopes to fill this vacancy at their next meeting on Monday 17 March.
To be considered, residents must meet a set of eligibility criteria and are asked to write to the Clerk by Wednesday 12 March with brief reasons for wishing to stand.
If more than one applicant comes forward there would be a vote amongst existing Council members to fill the position.
The person co-opted would serve until May 2026, when all Councillors’ terms of office come to an end and an election will be held.
Structure and responsibilities
Full Council meetings are held on the third Monday of the month, except August, December and April, and Councillors can choose Committees and Working Parties to join, depending on their interests.
There are currently six Committees, all of which have vacancies:
- Planning and Development (1 vacancy)
- Nature and Biodiversity (3 vacancies)
- Wellbeing, Recreation and Leisure (2 vacancies)
- Highways, Drainage and Formal Spaces (1 vacancy)
- Employment and Development (1 vacancy)
- Finance, Governance and Legal (2 vacancies)
These Committees are responsible for taking decisions and making recommendations that are then presented to, scrutinised by and ultimately approved or rejected by Full Council meetings.
In addition, there are two working parties at present, one examining future uses for the Recreation Ground and the other considering possible approaches to youth provision in the village. The working parties report to committees, or sometimes direct to Full Council.
To discuss the Parish Council vacancy, call 01223 235906.
To apply for co-option, write or email to The Clerk, Histon & Impington Parish Council, The Parish Office, Histon & Impington Recreation Ground, New Road, Impington, CB24 9LU or email clerk@hisimp-pc.gov.uk .
The deadline for applications is noon on Wednesday 12 March.
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