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Licensing Committee - Wednesday, 8th May, 2024 6.34 pm

May 8, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting
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Summary

In a recent council meeting, decisions were made regarding the leadership and scheduling of the Licensing Committee for the upcoming municipal year. The meeting was efficient, with unanimous agreements on most points and a clear, structured approach to decision-making.

1. Election of Chairman: Councillor Nick Grant was elected as Chairman of the Licensing Committee. There were no other nominations and the decision was unanimous. This decision solidifies Councillor Grant's leadership role, potentially influencing the committee's agenda and priorities for the year. No arguments against this nomination were recorded, indicating strong support or a lack of opposition within the council.

2. Election of Vice Chairman: Councillor John Holson was elected as Vice Chairman of the Licensing Committee. Similar to the Chairman's election, there were no competing nominations and the decision was quickly seconded and agreed upon. The role of Vice Chairman is crucial for continuity and support in leadership within the committee. The unanimous decision suggests a cohesive council confident in Councillor Holson's capabilities.

3. Scheduling of Meetings: It was proposed and agreed that the committee meetings for the upcoming year will be held at 5:30 PM. This decision was also moved and seconded without significant debate, indicating general consensus or the non-controversial nature of the timing. The implications of this decision affect the accessibility and convenience for committee members and potentially the public, aligning meeting times with typical working hours.

Additional Information: The meeting concluded efficiently at 18:42 PM, with all members present agreeing on the proposed points without any notable disruptions or extended debates. This smooth proceeding might indicate a well-prepared agenda and strong pre-meeting communications among council members.

Attendees

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Councillor Nick Grant  Liberal Democrats •  Holbrook East
Profile image for Councillor Jon Olson
Councillor Jon Olson  Liberal Democrats •  Forest
Profile image for Councillor Emma Beard
Councillor Emma Beard  Green Party •  Storrington and Washington
Profile image for Councillor Mike Croker
Councillor Mike Croker  Green Party Group Leader •  Green Party •  Bramber, Upper Beeding and Woodmancote
Profile image for Councillor Victoria Finnegan
Councillor Victoria Finnegan  Green Party •  Steyning and Ashurst
Profile image for Councillor Ruth Fletcher
Councillor Ruth Fletcher  Cabinet Member for Planning and Infrastructure •  Liberal Democrats •  Denne
Profile image for Councillor Kasia Greenwood
Councillor Kasia Greenwood  Liberal Democrats •  Itchingfield, Slinfold and Warnham
Profile image for Councillor Warwick Hellawell
Councillor Warwick Hellawell  Liberal Democrats •  Holbrook East
Profile image for Councillor Lynn Lambert
Councillor Lynn Lambert  Conservative •  Cowfold, Shermanbury and West Grinstead
Profile image for Councillor Richard Landeryou
Councillor Richard Landeryou  Conservative •  Rudgwick
Profile image for Councillor Dennis Livingstone
Councillor Dennis Livingstone  Liberal Democrats •  Nuthurst and Lower Beeding
Profile image for Councillor Jay Mercer
Councillor Jay Mercer  Cabinet Member for Environmental Health, Recycling and Waste •  Liberal Democrats •  Roffey South
Councillor John Milne
Profile image for Councillor Roger Noel
Councillor Roger Noel  Conservative •  Bramber, Upper Beeding and Woodmancote
Profile image for Councillor Josh Potts
Councillor Josh Potts  Conservative •  Henfield
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