LGNSW Pre-Election Candidate Information Session

Overview

This program will enable those interested in becoming a councillor to gain a better understanding of the role and responsibilities as an elected member of council.

Councillors can play a key role in making decisions that influence both the short-term concerns and long-term strategic direction of their local community. It is a big commitment, and prospective councillors need to know what will be expected of them – the challenges, responsibilities and opportunities.

This briefing is designed to provide those interested in being a candidate with the information they will need to make a considered decision.

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

· Identify the key requirements for becoming a candidate

· Identify the legislated role of a councillor, mayor and as a member of the governing body

· Recognise how the councillor role fits in with other roles and various levels of government

· Address their key expectations and potential challenges in becoming a councillor

· Understand a councillor’s and council role fits in with the local government Integrated Planning and Reporting framework

Identify key elements of council meetings, code of conduct and conflict of interest