Town Councillors - all present and correct?

In a few weeks time the good citizens of Tenbury, or at least those on the electoral roll will have the opportunity to vote for a new Town Council.

It hasn't been announced yet who is going to stand, but I thought a little historical data maybe of assistance, in helping you to decide who to vote for.

Of course, you shouldn't decide to vote for a Councillor just on the basis of Presenteeism.  Some Councillors do a lot of additional work behind the scenes, so just being present at meetings doesn't tell the full story.

Also like most of us, life throws up unexpected challenges, such as ill health, bereavement or the need to work & stay away from home, which will divert even the most dedicated public servant.

The data below does give a flavour, if like most people you rarely sit in on meetings.

During the period January to December 2010 the Town Council held something in the region of 72 meetings (some of which had to be abandoned due to absenteeism)  I was at most of the Public Meetings with the exception of a few planning meetings.

The table below shows how many meeting each Councillor was "summoned" to attend. The number varies depending on which committees each councillor sits on.