Dear Sir,
It was really special to be elected in 2013 to GATC, especially to have my endeavour in the first term rewarded by topping the poll at the following elections for Town and County Councils in 2017.
It’s about giving back so following the example set for us by Mrs Hamilton’s strenuous inspection back in the 1950/60’s, I learned from that generation.
I’ve always been involved with the youth of the Town through football and sports; I mention this as a qualification when I report how superbly well the current generation of young parents has nurtured, developed and educated their children. My work as a County Councillor has shown that we can be proud of what we are doing in Newton Aycliffe and the people are the proof.
I’ve enjoyed the work and am keen to carry on from the foundation I’ve built, on Great Aycliffe and Durham County Council. I offer my loyalty, integrity and honesty as bi-words for my success.
I aim to concentrate further on major issues, street parking, roads, industry and jobs, events and fun stuff, whilst prioritising community engagement, with the possibility of devaluation becoming an issue as well.
I’ve focussed on earning your vote not just asking for it.
It is the residents in Aycliffe that put the Great into the Council’s title and have fulfilled the promise written in the Coat of Arms:
“Non-Minima Sed Maxima Petimus – Not the Least but the Greatest We Seek”
Cllr Jim Atkinson
