Chairperson's Announcements
Minutes:
Former Councillor Patricia Herrmann OBE
The Chairperson advised the Council of the recent passing of former Councillor Patricia Herrmann OBE. Mrs Herrmann had been a member of the District Council from 1974 to 1995, Chairman of the Council from 1981 to 1983 and Chairman and Vice-Chairman of many Committees. She had been awarded an OBE in the 1998 New Year Honours List for her services to the magistracy and the community in Essex.
Councillor Durham paid a personal tribute to Mrs Herrmann, whom he had known for most of his life. He described her as an intelligent, eloquent and remarkable individual who had remained active in public life until shortly before her passing. He noted that she had left a significant void in the local community and across the Maldon District and that she would be greatly missed.
All Members then stood for a moment of quite reflection in memory of Mrs Herrmann.
Ufest
The Chairperson advised that, during the previous month, he had attended and officially opened Ufest, which he described as a brilliant showcase of local community activities. He reported that the event has been well organised and requested that the Chief Executive convey his thanks and congratulations to the staff involved in organising the day.
Merchant Navy Day
The Chairperson informed the Council that he attended the Merchant Navy Day event on the quay.
Essex Heritage Trust Annual meeting
The Chairperson thanked the Vice-Chairperson for attending the Essex Heritage Trust Annual Meeting at Boreham House on his behalf.