Community Councils

Role of Community Councils

There are 20 active Community Councils out of a possible 23 in the Falkirk area. They have been established to ascertain the views of their communities in terms of local issues, needs and wishes and to convey these views to the Council.

 

The Community Councils are consulted on issues such as planning and licensing applications, community planning, community events and heritage preservation.

 

Community Councils meetings are held in public and members are elected to ensure as wide a cross-section of community representatives as possible. Elections are held every four years.

Your Local Community Council

To find out about your local community council, including details of the elected members, future meeting dates, and minutes from previous meetings, select your local Community Council from the List of Community Councils|. You can also contact the Community Council Liaison Officer, Municipal Buildings, Falkirk, FK1 5RS on 01324 506110 or email cclo@falkirk.gov.uk| for more information.

Model Constitution

The model consitution below, obtained from Falkirk Council, is intended as a starting point for Community Councils wishing to draw up a draft Constitution.

 

Standing Orders

Standing orders govern the conduct of Community Council meetings, for example: method of voting, points of order, the minimum number of persons required to be in attendance in order to conduct business etc.