The Tasmanian Local Government Board has recommended a reduction of councillors at six of the state’s councils.

 

Tasmanian Minister for Local Government, Bryan Green, said he was now seeking feedback from councils and their communities before deciding whether to accept the report’s recommendations.

 

The board reviewed seven self-nominated councils who ahs requested have their numbers reviewed.

The Board recommended a reduction in the numbers at Central Coast, Devonport City, Glamorgan-Spring Bay, Glenorchy City, Kingborough and Tasman Councils, and no change at Break O'Day Council.

 

"The Local Government Board has developed a framework for determining the appropriate number of councillors for each council across the State and I urge those interested to have a look at the Board's work and provide me with their comments," Mr Green said.

 

Mr Green said he would make a decision on the Board's recommendations before the end of year.

 

The Board's Report on the Review of Councillor Numbers is available a http://www.dpac.tas.gov.au/divisions/lgd/local_government_board