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Showing posts with label Meet. Show all posts

Monday, May 03, 2021

Meet councillor David Romney, the current Chairman & Mayor of Oakham.

Meet councillor David Romney, the current Chairman & Mayor of Oakham. 





It's time to get to know an Oakham Town Councillor a little better and this week we are meeting councillor David Romney, the current Chairman & Mayor of Oakham.

David was voted in as chair at the AGM in May 2019 and has steered the town council throughout the corona pandemic. 

Oakham Town Council Say:

David is a proactive Mayor who has led by example and been a true pleasure to work with. Anyone that has met him will tell you that David is an extremely approachable and friendly person and I have been privileged to witness first hand the strong positive relationships he has built up with the residents of Oakham. David can be relied upon to pitch in at every level, from representing Oakham at formal events to setting out and putting away chairs at the summer concerts in Cutts Close, he's a true asset and much respected by both the Town Council and Oakham as a whole.

David says 

"This is me.....
Originally from Sleaford, I’ve had politics in my life for as long as I can remember.  My Grandfather having been a trade unionist and my father Mayor of Sleaford. A role I was to also hold. I have served on North Kesteven District Council, Lincolnshire County Council and also Sleaford Town Council , clocking up 22 years in Local government. 

After meeting Di,  (15 years ago), I moved to Oakham to be with her and her 2 girls. Whom have now, both, blessed us with grandchildren!

I am a Electrical engineer, by trade. Working as self employed and employed. But during the covid pandemic i was made redundant which made a worrying time even more of a challenge! After much consideration i decided to be self-employed  again,  this time based in Rutland and Stamford.
In my free time, I love to get on my motorcycle. We have such beauty in this area, its great to  tour and explore both the local area and beyond.  Joining the local Harley Davidson Chapter based in Uppingham, we have been involved in local charity events and get togethers.

In recent years i have also expanded on my skills in Motorcycle building and fabrication. Every day a learning curve. During lockdown it has kept me occupied and sane, just!
As this year closes, with the new chairman and Mayor to be appointed on the 5th May 2021, I look back on 2 years holding this position as having highs and lows. We have welcomed new businesses to Oakham, Supported local charities and hopefully promoted Oakham and its residents to the best of our ability.  

I do believe this town and County has so much to offer to both its community and visitors. 
I will remain part of OTC, will strive to do my best for my ward of North West Oakham, and hopefully continue to seek and secure improvements and development for Oakham and its residents."



Monday, April 26, 2021

Meet Co-opted Oakham South Oakham Town Councillor Richard Fresia-Farrelly

 Meet Co-opted Oakham South Oakham Town Councillor Richard Fresia-Farrelly





Oakham Town Council say,

This week we meet Richard Fresia-Farrelly. Richard was co-opted on to the council in October 2020 and instantly became an active voice in meetings, working groups and committees. Richard is a joy to work alongside, he has a keen interest in the towns future and is empathetic and articulate. He brings a wealth of knowledge in both commercial and charity sectors as well as being a family man and keen tennis player. 

Richard says:
"My name is Richard Fresia-Farrelly and I am proud & privileged to be a member of the Oakham Town Council & represent the Southern ward. I have a particular interest in supporting local businesses and enterprises, particularly so in these trying times, and am passionate about helping those from vulnerable communities in the local area.

Alongside my 'day job' holding several roles in the hospitality sector and sitting as a Council member on Oakham Town Council I am also Board Trustee & Chair for The Quetzal Project, a charity supporting victims of childhood sexual abuse in Rutland, Leicestershire & Leicester and a brand Ambassador for The Burnt Chef Project, an organisation raising awareness of mental health issues within the hospitality Industry. As a Fellow of The Institute of Hospitality, I also actively support their ‘Mentor Me’ project, growing talent within the hospitality sector.  

I have lived and worked in and around the East Midlands for the majority of my adult life and moved to Oakham over 12 years ago where I now live with my wife and young son enjoying the town and surrounding area as a fantastic place to be as a family."