Local Government Term of Office

Whereas the term of office for local government elected officials in BC was increased from 3 to 4 years beginning with the 2014 local general election; And whereas in many communities, the service of local government elected officials is considered to be a part time commitment, with levels of remuneration that reflect this, and the 4-year term may deter elected officials from running for a second term, thereby reducing the number of experienced elected officials on regional district boards and municipal councils throughout the province: Therefore be it resolved that the provincial government amend the Local Government Act to reduce to 3 years the term of office for local government elected officials, allowing a broader range of elected officials with experience to participate in local government.