Encouraging new blood at H.B.C. - Page 2

Bernard Dawson · 23-05-2010, 12:19

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Originally Posted by Ken Moss

Crikey Gary, where do I start?

Sorry Ken , I don't want to pile on your excellent work , but sometime perhaps you could inform us of the non-elected officials of the Council- their official names and roles.
It would seem sense to me if such an official could be responsible for setting dates and times for meetings.It might prevent the present skulduggery . Thanks.

Dates and times of meetings in the past have not generally been a contentious area.The dates were set well in advance, which is helpful to some members who might have to rearrange things.

It's only recently that problems have arisen.We need to get back to a position as a Council in my opinion, where dates and times of meetings are set at a time which is convenient to most members, irrespective of party.

There's a feeling at the moment amongst some members, rightly or wrongly that meetings are being deliberately set at a time that prevents some members from attending meetings.

jaysay · 23-05-2010, 12:24

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Originally Posted by Ken Moss

I hope not! Take a look, Derek. I try to keep it as non-political as I can because the electorate usually find that an instant turn off.

No doubt we will drag this thread back up from time to time to see what's cooking Ken, and make sure you ain't burning the main course

cashman · 23-05-2010, 12:25

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Originally Posted by JCB

There's a feeling at the moment amongst some members, rightly or wrongly that meetings are being deliberately set at a time that prevents some members from attending meetings.

thats a true diplomat speaking, my view is its been done deliberatly fer someones own selfish ends, how any saddo can justify this, speaks volumes.

jaysay · 23-05-2010, 12:27

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Originally Posted by garinda

One of mine was thanked on here yesterday.

Duly noted and no doubt appreciated in the correct circles

But hay isn't that what being a local councillor is all about and why these councillors are rewarded on election day

Ken Moss · 04-07-2010, 11:18

Well, we're just about two months in now and the actual mechanics of being a councillor are giving me no end of satisfaction. What advice would I give to anyone wanting to try it? Where do I begin...

Getting phone calls and e-mails on a daily basis from residents in need of assistance and being able to sort them out within days is a priceless feeling. Several issues which have been going on for months and years are now well on the way to being resolved after a bit of digging and nagging and, although the money isn't brilliant, it gives me a tremendous sense of satisfaction knowing that you can make a difference without gargantuan effort.

Persistence is the key on certain issues, but anyone who tries throwing their weight around with HBC staff is asking for all they get. Local councillors are the on lowest political rung and it would pay for some members to bear that in mind if they want to get things done more quickly.

Be seen in public in your ward is essential, no one likes a faceless councillor who only pops up when it's time to grab votes. Go to the pubs and community group meetings, listen to residents, be prompt with your responses, don't give out false hopes or take credit for something you were only a part of.

It's all very simple stuff although hard work, but conversely it would actually be very easy for an elected councillor to do absolutely nothing if they wanted.

garinda · 04-07-2010, 11:25

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Originally Posted by Ken Moss

Well, we're just about two months in now and the actual mechanics of being a councillor are giving me no end of satisfaction. What advice would I give to anyone wanting to try it? Where do I begin...

Getting phone calls and e-mails on a daily basis from residents in need of assistance and being able to sort them out within days is a priceless feeling. Several issues which have been going on for months and years are now well on the way to being resolved after a bit of digging and nagging and, although the money isn't brilliant, it gives me a tremendous sense of satisfaction knowing that you can make a difference without gargantuan effort.

Persistence is the key on certain issues, but anyone who tries throwing their weight around with HBC staff is asking for all they get. Local councillors are the on lowest political rung and it would pay for some members to bear that in mind if they want to get things done more quickly.

Be seen in public in your ward is essential, no one likes a faceless councillor who only pops up when it's time to grab votes. Go to the pubs and community group meetings, listen to residents, be prompt with your responses, don't give out false hopes or take credit for something you were only a part of.

It's all very simple stuff although hard work, but conversely it would actually be very easy for an elected councillor to do absolutely nothing if they wanted.

It's heartening to hear that your hard work is already making a difference.

That must be satisfying.

Benipete · 04-07-2010, 20:07

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Originally Posted by garinda

It's heartening to hear that your hard work is already making a difference.

That must be satisfying.

Indeed it must.

Eric · 08-07-2010, 21:12

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Originally Posted by garinda

It's heartening to hear that your hard work is already making a difference.

That must be satisfying.

Yup .... especially the bit about going to the pubs

Ken Moss · 09-07-2010, 09:34

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Originally Posted by Eric

Yup .... especially the bit about going to the pubs

I prefer to call any surgeries held in pubs 'business meetings'.

The wife is totally convinced by that when I roll in at midnight.

jaysay · 09-07-2010, 10:02

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Originally Posted by Ken Moss

I prefer to call any surgeries held in pubs 'business meetings'.

The wife is totally convinced by that when I roll in at midnight.

You smooth talking barsteward you

DaveinGermany · 09-07-2010, 18:43

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Originally Posted by Ken Moss

I prefer to call any surgeries held in pubs 'business meetings'.

If you can get away with it fella !!

All the best to you, some blokes eh ? get away with all sorts

jaysay · 09-07-2010, 18:51

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Originally Posted by DaveinGermany

If you can get away with it fella !!

All the best to you, some blokes eh ? get away with all sorts

Trouble is Dave having met Ken I think he's one of those guys that blush when they tell porkies

DaveinGermany · 09-07-2010, 19:15

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Originally Posted by jaysay

Trouble is Dave having met Ken I think he's one of those guys that blush when they tell porkies

Oh dear ! Not a good trait in a Politician that, it'll be his undoing

jaysay · 09-07-2010, 19:16

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Originally Posted by DaveinGermany

Oh dear ! Not a good trait in a Politician that, it'll be his undoing

Twas mine

Eric · 09-07-2010, 19:23

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Originally Posted by Ken Moss

I prefer to call any surgeries held in pubs 'business meetings'.

The wife is totally convinced by that when I roll in at midnight.

Fine; but forgive me if I don't believe the bit about her being totally convinced