Newly elected Dacorum mayor pledges to improve local infrastructure
A new mayor for Dacorum has been elected and they have lived in the borough for around 30 years.
Last month, Councillor Garrick Stevens was elected to the post. He has lived in Dacorum for around 30 years and previously served as a deputy mayor in the borough.
He is a borough councillor and town councillor in Berkhamsted and represents the Liberal Democrat party. Councillor Stevens is elected to the Berkhamsted East ward and previously held the position of Berkhamsted Town Mayor on two occasions, including from 2019 to 2021.
"Having lived in Dacorum for around 30 years, Cllr Stevens is committed to supporting the borough’s communities, with a particular interest in strengthening local infrastructure, enhancing community services and encouraging resident engagement as Dacorum continues to grow,” a spokesperson for the council revealed.
"Prior to his election as mayor, he served as deputy mayor of Dacorum and continues to represent residents at borough level.”
Online applications can be made to get the mayor to attend community events within the region. These appearances could relate to new business openings, charity fundraisers, or other coming togethers that celebrate the local community.
Authorities define the mayor as a person who acts as the ‘first citizen’ for an area and represents councils out in the local community. They also host civic events such as war memorial days and other remembrance events. Mayors are elected every year and spend a full 12 months in the position. They also chair full borough council meetings during their tenure.