People of Crewe to vote ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ to a town council

 

Crewe people will soon be faced with the direct question – ‘do you want a single town council?’

Cheshire East Council launched a governance review for Crewe in August 2011 and has canvassed views on a host of potential options as the town’s people consider whether a more local layer of representation is for them.

And after the first wave of consultation was completed, early indications show there is a significant level of support for a single town council.

Now, a ballot paper is being formulated which will include the wording ‘Do you want a single town council for Crewe – Yes/No’. This will be sent to voters in February.

Councillor Wesley Fitzgerald, Leader of Cheshire East Council, said: “I would like to take this opportunity to thank respondents for their feedback so far. Early indications show that a town council is the preferred option, although there is still time to make your views known as the consultation remains open.

“I would strongly encourage people living in Crewe and those with an interest in the town to continue to make their views known and to vote.

“This authority is always open to ways to give the people of Cheshire East more choice and control over services and resources and we will ensure whatever final decision is taken reflects the wishes of the people of Crewe.”

Cheshire East councillors are currently the only democratically-elected members who represent the views of Crewe people.

Every other area in Cheshire East, with the exception of Macclesfield, has local representation in the form of a town or parish council.

Now, residents in Crewe have the opportunity to decide if they want more local and focussed management through the form of a town council.

More information on other options for localised governance, in addition to a town council, with a breakdown of the facts on each, is available at www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/crewegovreview

There is also an online tool designed to assist anyone who would like to know which option best suits their views. This tool can also be used to submit feedback and views to the Council.

Alternatively, residents can email communitygovernancereview@cheshireeast.gov.uk or write to Registration Service and Business Manager, Democratic Services, Cheshire East Council, Westfields, Sandbach, Cheshire, CW11 1HZ.