Do you want to have a role in shaping the future of Swan Hill Rural City Council?
Are you passionate about making a positive contribution to your community?
Then now is the time to put your hand up to take on one of the most important leadership opportunities in your region, enabling you to make a difference!
If you have a passion for your local area, Swan Hill Rural City Council is calling all community leaders and potential candidates to get inspired through the Municipal Association of Victoria's (MAV) Stand for Council campaign.
Swan Hill Rural City Council, Mayor Cr Stuart King said Council was the closest level of government to the community, allowing passionate residents to represent their communities.
"In order to successfully represent our communities, we need great community leaders and quality candidates to put their hand up for election.
"Providing a voice for our community is a privilege and I am proud to represent local residents. I would be honoured for other potential candidates to come forward and join me," Cr King said.
Cr King said to support potential candidates Council has partnered with the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV,) to host regional-based information sessions to provide information and inspiration.
Swan Hill Rural City Council will host a Stand for Council session on Wednesday, 7 August 2024 at Swan Hill Town Hall PACC with check-in commencing from 6pm.
The MAV will also be providing a Citizen to Councillor Guide 2024 - a guide for prospective candidates to further understand the roles and responsibilities of a councillor and the importance of this elected position.
Council's CEO Scott Barber said the importance of strong local leadership cannot be understated.
"Our Council has a proud history of strong community representation, and we rely on community leaders to put their hand up and become a candidate," Mr Barber said.
"I encourage anyone thinking about standing to come along or log in to the session and utilise the resources of the MAV Stand for Council campaign."
MAV CEO Kelly Grisby said the MAV Stand for Council campaign is designed to encourage and support a diverse range of candidates from across the Victorian community including first nations, and new and emerging communities.
"If you are thinking of nominating for council as a candidate, these sessions and resources will help you to further consider the broad responsibilities of a councillor, the wide range of issues you will be required to make decisions about and the time commitment," Ms Grigsby explained.
