TORBAY LOCAL COUNCIL ELECTIONS – 5th MAY 2011

ELLACOMBE WARD

Anne Brooks

 I love Torbay and having attended Warberry and Westlands Schools, I  know the Ellacombe area well.  With a degree {from the University of Plymouth}  in Environmental Science I take a keen interest in

protecting the natural features and wildlife that make Torbay so special and  draw visitors.   I have worked in laboratories at Torbay Hospital, South Devon College, and Brixham Community College.  At present I work for the Environment Agency. {I've also done voluntary work at Torre Abbey and Torbay arts events.}  

 I am passionate to improve the quality of life for everyone who lives

and works here.  I'll strive to improve the built up area with cleaner, safer, well maintained streets.  We need to resist the cramming of ever smaller flats into already overcrowded areas, encouraging family homes.

 I will work hard to enhance our roads, public areas &  green spaces for the enjoyment, and well being of young and old alike.  

 Educational opportunities are crucial to our future. I loved my school days, and long to see our youngsters reach their full potential by developing all sorts of skills and interests; including activities to foster the area's community spirit.

 Tourism is still key to our economy. In addition, I believe, we need to develop and utilise homegrown businesses and skills.  If we don't support our own local shops and businesses.....who will?

 If you elect me I promise to do my best to represent you. Taking time to listen to your problems and engage in resolving them.  I hope that you will support me.

 Vincent Williams

Local community concerns

1. Job opportunities for young people.

2. Road safety and speeding.

3. Wasteful spending  by Torbay Council.

4. Funding  for ‘green’ public spaces i.e. Warberry Copse.

5. Mandatory annual performance appraisals for ALL Councillors.

6. Greater use by the Council of electronic and social media to communicate directly with residents.

What I pledge to do

1. Work with regional and local businesses, to bring more ‘knowledge’ based jobs to Torbay.

2. Seek to implement traffic ‘calming’ measures – in particular Ellacombe Church Road.

3. Campaign to ensure that Torbay Council implements strong financial controls for all future expenditure.

4. Support and assist residents to obtain funding for ‘green’ public spaces projects.

5. Campaign for the implementation of performance appraisals for  ALL elected representatives

6. Campaign for greater Council use of web-based TV and social media to communicate with residents.

 My commitment to the residents of Ellacombe

 A Londoner, I have been a Torquay resident since 1999 - I just love it here! My two adult daughters were both educated in Torquay and my son is now a year 7 pupil at Westlands School.  But more importantly - my wife is very happy here.

• My business is internet based, I work with clients based around the world. As such,  I generally work from home allowing me to remain resident here in Torquay.

• As a businessman my clients judge me on both my personal integrity and professional reputation - I would expect nothing less from the residents of Ellacombe. 

  How you can help

Please vote for me, Vincent Williams so I can fulfil my pledges to you .