Issue - meetings

Chairman to make the Statutory Declaration of Acceptance of Office.

Councillor H M Bass made the Statutory Declaration of Acceptance of the Office of Chairman of the Council.

IN THE CHAIR  :  COUNCILLOR H M BASS

Councillor D M Sismey joined the meeting at this point.

Councillor Bass thanked Members for the confidence they placed on him as Chairman of the Council and on behalf of the Council thanked Councillor Elliott for his efforts during the past two years. 

The Chairman outlined his aims as Chairman of the Council and how he would promote the District, visit every village within the District, promote small rural businesses and encourage economic development and tourism. 

Councillor Bass referred to being the fourth member of his family to occupy the position of Chairman of the Maldon District Council.  It was noted that his late father had been one of the Council’s founders and had created the Council’s motto.  Referring to future challenges the Chairman suggested two ‘buzz’ words for the future:

·               Unity – working together, united in acting together in a way that was in the best interest of the Council;

·               Harmony – showing respect for each other and working in a pleasant and friendly way.