Community Council Elections
We as a community, held our annual Community Council election on January 21. Congratulations to Seth, Peyton and Don on being elected to a 2 year term.
For those who are unaware , here is Council’s role and responsibilities in our L’Arche community.
From our Community Constitution, the role of Council is:
• to advise and accompany the Community Leader in questions, decision and planning
• be familiar with Policy and Procedures, the International Charter and the legal expectations
• to make processes inclusive
• to plan for the future of our community
• to establish committees
• to undertake special projects as requested by the Community Leader
Council will consist of 6 members and the Community Leader, ideally. Two members will be 5 year + assistants and two will be one year + assistants.
Elections will be held every January and anyone who has been a community member for 1 year may be nominated.
The term of office is two years and is staggered to provide continuity and stability. Consecutive terms may be served without limit.
Vacancies are filled via special elections.