What Does A Councillor Do?
Councillor is a member of a council (such as a city council), particularly in the U.K., Canada, and its former colonies. The US equivalent is councilman or councilwoman. The councillor’s tasks are to participate and contribute constructively in the good governance of the Borough and to represent effectively the interests of the Ward for that the councillor was elected, to deal with constituents’ enquiries and representations, and champion the improvement of the quality of life of the community in terms of equity, economy and environment. He/She needs to participate effectively as a member of any committee or Panel to which the councillor is appointed. Also the activities of an outside body to which the Councillor is appointed are part of his/her duties. The scrutiny or performance review of the services of the authority including, the scrutiny of policies and budget, and their effectiveness in achieving the strategic objectives of the Council, are duties of a councillor. The councillor
Local people elect Councillors (who are sometimes also called “ward councillors” or members) to represent them on the Council where they serve the public by planning and managing the Council’s business. Councillors work to improve the quality of life for people within the area served by the Council by making policies and decisions about services provided for the local community. They follow up items raised with them by local people, campaign on local issues and represent the community both within the Council and with other organisations. The Council has adopted various Role Descriptions for its Members, which are set out in the Appendices to Article 2 of the Constitution.
