Minutes:
Death in Service - The Mayor reported on the Death in Service of Reece Williams, who had sadly passed away on the 7th March 2021. The Mayor advised that Reece was employed as a Case Management Officer in the Civic Enforcement Team. It was reported that Reece was a valued member of the Economic Growth and Neighbourhood Services team. As a mark of respect, Members observed a short silence in memory of Mr. Williams.
Retirement of the Assistant Director, Housing and Building Services – The Mayor advised Members that Pauline Mitchell, Assistant Director, Housing and Building Services, would be retiring on 30 April 2021, and paid tribute to Pauline’s contribution to the work of the Council, particularly in relation to her work in Housing Services.
The Virtual Mayor’s Ball – The Mayor reminded Members that tickets were available for ‘The Virtual Mayor’s Ball’, which was taking place on Saturday, 24 April 2021. The Mayor advised that the ‘Ball’ would have an 80’s theme, and would also be celebrating the town’s ‘Lockdown Heroes’.