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Alex Muhumuza
Independent candidate for Wood Street
Independent
Born and raised in the borough, Alex has called Wood St home for 20+ years. He is an education professional and governor who has firsthand experience working with young people from a range of backgrounds. He volunteers locally for the likes of Salaam Peace and Wood St First and is connected to a range of local social justice groups. Alex supports investment in accessible public spaces and more social housing, and wants to serve Wood St as a councillor who listens, acts, and puts residents first.
Where Alex fits into things
About the role
The responsibility of a councillor is to represent the people within a ward by making decisions on local services and other local issues.
What councillors do
- Make decisions on local services like housing, roads, and parks
- Represent residents' concerns at council meetings
- Help resolve local issues raised by constituents
- Set council budgets and local tax levels
How to influence
- Attend local council surgeries
- Write or email about local issues
- Attend public council meetings
- Join local community groups
Council
Waltham Forest