Election decision for residents over vacant Whitby Town Council seat
Whitby residents have been asked whether they want to hold an election for a vacant town council seat.
A Whitby town councillor has resigned from the authority, leaving a seat vacant in the parish council’s West Cliff Ward.
The seat was held by Sarah Blackwell, who recently resigned.
If ten residents write to North Yorkshire Council by the set deadline, an election will be held to fill the vacancy.
If an election is called, it will take place not later than Thursday, July 23.
Otherwise, a town councillor will be appointed through a process known as co-option.
Residents who wish to see an election held should contact North Yorkshire Council by Wednesday, May 20.
Requests for an election to fill the vacancy should be made in writing to the Proper Officer at North Yorkshire Council’s Civic Centre, St Lukes Avenue, Harrogate, HG1 2AE.
They can also be contacted via email at [email protected].
The costs associated with a potential election would be borne by Whitby Town Council.