Agenda item

Election of a Chairman

To elect a Chairman in accordance with Standing Order No. 29.

Minutes:

The Committee proceeded to elect a Chairman in accordance with Standing Order No.29. The Town Clerk invited expressions of interest and Sheriff Christopher Hayward, being the only Member who expressed willingness to serve, was duly elected as Chairman of the Committee for the ensuing year. The Chairman thanked Members for their continued support and expressed his anticipation in leading the Committee during the next year.

 

The Chairman then led the Committee in pausing for a moment of reflection for Alderman Sir Roger Gifford, a former Lord Mayor, City Side Member and Chairman of the Joint Grand Gresham Committee, following the sad news of his recent death.

 

The Chairman then formally welcomed new Members of the Committee Alexander Barr, and in his absence, Alderman John Garbutt, on their first meeting of the Committee. The Chairman then gave thanks on behalf of the Committee to outgoing Members Nick Bensted-Smith and Alderman & Sheriff Professor Michael Mainelli for their contributions to the Committee, having served with great distinction.