Issue - meetings

Councillor Mahmood (as outgoing Mayor) opened the meeting by welcoming everyone and inviting Carolyn Downs (as Chief Executive) to outline the programme for the evening.

Before commencing the formal proceedings, the Chief Executive advised it was with sadness that she found herself having to ask those present to join the Council in remembering those affected by recent terrorist attacks, this time in both New Zealand and Sri Lanka.  On behalf of the Council, the Chief Executive advised that the Council’s thoughts were with those affected by these tragedies, including their families and friends, and as a mark of respect and remembrance ask all present to stand and observe a minute’s silence.

A minute’s silence was observed.

The Chief Executive then briefly outlined the programme for the evening.