New Chairman of housing association’s Tenants Monitoring Group will be the voice of the tenants
Jim Scanlan, a Tai Ceredigion tenant from Penrhiwllan, has become the new Chairman of the housing association’s Tenants Monitoring Group. Mr Scanlan succeeds Mr Peter Deakin who has been the chair since before the transfer of over 2,000 homes in December 2009.
The Tenants Monitoring Group has worked tirelessly since the formation of the housing association two years ago. It has been at the forefront of decisions and the voice of the tenants. They have been involved in producing Tai Ceredigion’s new Antisocial Behaviour policy, the new Tenant’s Handbook and even the appointment of contractors for the new improvements programme which is underway.
Mr Scanlan said “I would like to thank Peter on behalf of the Group and all of Tai Ceredigion's tenants for the hard work, commitment and attention to detail which he brought to the role and welcome him into his new role as Vice Chair. I am now looking forward to representing the tenants and helping to ensure that Tai Ceredigion provides the best possible service.”
Steve Jones, Chief Executive of Tai Ceredigion said “The work the Tenants Monitoring Group is invaluable. Tenant participation is a vital role within a housing association and we would like to empower more tenants to come forward. Next summer there will be a position available on the Tai Ceredigion Board for a Tenant Board member and fellow tenants will be electing their chosen member next spring. Any tenant of Tai Ceredigion can stand for the position, which is voluntary with out-of-pocket expenses paid. The position holds some responsibility and therefore it is advisable for candidates to have some training during this winter before the election. The Tenants Monitoring Group will provide any training that a candidate requires, so don't be afraid to apply. If you are interested please speak to Sue Thomas, our Tenant Participation Advisor.”