Issue - meetings

Announcements and Introductions from the Chairman

Meeting: 15/10/2024 - Council (Item 26)

Announcements and Introductions from the Chairman

To receive any announcements from the Chairman.

Minutes:

The Chairman advised Council with great sadness of the recent death of Councillor Brian Castle who had sadly passed away following an illness. Councillor Kieron Wilson gave a moving tribute to Councillor Castle who had been elected onto the Council in May 2023.

The Chairman reported the sad passing of former Councillor and Mayor Bob Chapman who was elected to Bournemouth Council in 1981 and was Mayor from 20026-2007 and was granted Freedom of the Town in February 2019.

Councillor J Beesley relayed personal experiences or working with Bob Chapman following which Councillors stood in silent tribute to Councillor Brian Castle and Bob Chapman. 

The Chairman updated Council on her activities since the last meeting. These included attendance at: -

  • Romany Holocoust Memorial
  • VJ Day commemoration
  • Opening of the Castle tearooms
  • Air Festival Launch
  • Air Festival Reception for the Lord Lieutenant
  • Air Festival – beat the retreat
  • Councillor Castles funeral
  • Emergency Services Day
  • Battle of Britain Service Memorial at Christchurch Priory
  • Access to Food partners event