Deputy Mayor Meredith Dennis OAM Secures Reappointment for Council Term’s Conclusion

from The Northern Rivers Times ED180

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By Jeff Gibbs

Tweed Shire Welcomes Reappointment of Independent Councillor Meredith Dennis OAM as Deputy Mayor

In a decisive move at an Extraordinary Meeting of Council in Murwillumbah, Independent Councillor Meredith Dennis OAM secured her reappointment as the Deputy Mayor of Tweed Shire, signalling a continued commitment to steering the region’s governance. Her unopposed nomination for the position during her frst term as Councillor refects a vote of confdence from her peers.

Amidst unanimous support from six fellow Councillors, excluding an apology from Cr Warren Polglase and with Cr James Owen contributing remotely to endorse her nomination, Cr Dennis reaffrmed her commitment to support Mayor Chris Cherry until the upcoming NSW Local Government election on September 14, 2024. Tweed Shire Council’s resolution in 2016 stipulates a 12-month tenure for the Deputy Mayor and a two-year term for the Mayoral position.

Expressing gratitude for the trust bestowed upon her, Cr Dennis extended her appreciation to her colleagues, emphasizing her dedication to the Deputy Mayor role.

“Serving as Deputy Mayor has been a privilege, and I am eager to continue contributing throughout the Council term,” stated Cr Dennis. Her focus remains steadfast on addressing homelessness, advocating for the disadvantaged, bolstering environmental initiatives, and safeguarding the imperilled koala population along the Tweed Coast. Commending

Cr Dennis on her reappointment, Mayor Chris Cherry, who herself was unopposed in retaining her position in September, acknowledged the exemplary performance of the Deputy Mayor over the past year.

“Congratulations to Cr Dennis on her reappointment for the remainder of the Council term,” said Cr Cherry, expressing anticipation for their continued collaboration over the upcoming nine months.

The current elected Councillors are serving a condensed term of 2 years and 8 months, a result of the 2020 election rescheduling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With the subsequent election slated for September 2024, the collective determination to govern effectively and address critical community issues remains at the forefront of Tweed Shire’s leadership.

The reappointment of Cr Meredith Dennis OAM signifes a consistent drive towards bolstering Tweed Shire’s governance, underscoring a resolute dedication to bettering the region for its residents.