To elect a Chairman of the County Council for the Civic Year 2021/22
Minutes:
Council observed a minute silence in respect of the passing of Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip and all those affected by the COVID 19 pandemic.
Congratulations were offered to Councillor Peter Fox and Councillor Laura Jones on their Senedd appointments.
The Leader addressed Council and, on behalf of the Council, thanked County Councillor Woodhouse for her second year in office, and reflected on the work and achievements of the Chairman. Liberal Democrat and Independent Group Leaders echoed the sentiments of the Leader.
The Chair and Vice-Chair thanked Council and colleagues for their support.
It was proposed by County Councillor P. Fox, and duly seconded by County Councillor P. Murphy, that County Councillor M. Feakins be elected as Chairman of Monmouthshire County Council for the Civic Year 2021/22. Upon being put to the vote it was agreed to elect County Councillor Feakins as Chairman. County Councillor M. Feakins made and signed the Declaration of Acceptance of Office.
Councillor Feakins thanked Council and introduced Bishop Cherry Vann as his Chaplain.