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Full Council - Tuesday, 21st May, 2024 6.00 pm
May 21, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)Summary
The Mansfield council meeting covered several key topics, including the election of a new chair and vice-chair, discussions on flooding issues, and various community projects. The meeting also included acknowledgments and thanks to outgoing members and officers.
Election of Chair and Vice-Chair:
- Councillor Jean Hall was unanimously elected as the new chair of the Newark and Sherwood District Council for the municipal year 2024-25. Councillor Cousins nominated her, and Councillor Crosby seconded the nomination. Councillor Hall expressed her gratitude and shared her experiences and achievements from the past year, including attending events organized by the Polish community, the Tour of Britain cycle race, and the opening of a community hub in Boone.
- Councillor Linda Tiff was elected as the vice-chair. Councillor Peacock proposed her, highlighting her experience and ability to make people feel valued. Councillor Brian seconded the proposal, noting her wealth of knowledge and previous experience as a chair.
Flooding Issues:
- Councillor Jackson proposed a motion addressing flooding issues, emphasizing the need for stricter planning policies and better flood risk assessments for all developments, regardless of size. He highlighted the impact of recent storms, Bobette and Hank, on local communities, particularly in Loudoun.
- Councillor Freeman proposed an amendment to the motion, detailing the council's current and future plans to mitigate flood risks, including new policies in the Development Plan Document (DPD) and lobbying for more powers to enforce flood alleviation measures. The amendment was accepted, and the motion was supported by all members, emphasizing the need for a united approach to address flooding.
Community Projects and Acknowledgments:
- Councillor Bracey highlighted the success of the
Motion for the Ocean
initiative, which included various community engagement activities and educational projects. She thanked the officers and teams involved for their commitment and efforts. - Councillor Brooks was thanked for her service as chair over the past year, with several members expressing their appreciation for her guidance and support.
- Councillor Pringle suggested a joint motion between Councillor Jackson and Councillor Freeman to ensure continuous focus on flooding issues, emphasizing the importance of working together for the benefit of the community.
- Councillor Bracey highlighted the success of the
Other Discussions:
- Councillor Harris inquired about the status of the Jubilee Bridge and its adoption by the county council. Councillor Peacock responded that a report would be brought back to the Cabinet.
- Councillor Harris also raised a question about the policy regarding information on the rear of front passenger seats in taxis, to which a written response was promised.
Overall, the meeting focused on leadership transitions, addressing critical flooding issues, and recognizing the contributions of council members and officers.
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