Minutes:
The Mayor thanked Reverend Martin Legg for the blessing and made the following announcements:
1. Death of Pamela Adams, David Pam and Paul Head
The Mayor advised that it was with regret he had to inform members of the sad deaths of the following individuals:
(a) Freeman of the Borough, past Deputy Mayor and Councillor Pamela Adams.
(b) Local Historian – David Pam
(c) Principal and Chief Executive of the College of Haringey, Enfield & North East London - Paul Head.
The Mayor asked members to join him in observing a minutes silence in memory of the individuals concerned and in order to reflect on and recognise the contribution they had each made to the Borough. Condolences were offered to the respective families for their sad loss.
Councillor Neville followed the minutes silence by offering a few kind words of remembrance for ex-Councillor Pamela Adams on behalf of the Opposition Group highlighting her vibrant nature and dedication to supporting the elderly, disabled and more vulnerable residents in the Borough and close association with Ruth Winston House.
Councillor Taylor (Leader of the Council), speaking on behalf of the Majority Group, advised that he fully supported the comments made by Councillor Neville in relation to Pamela Adams and also commended the work undertaken by David Pam as a local historian. Councillor Taylor also took the opportunity to highlight the important and significant contribution made by Paul Head towards improving the educational opportunities for young people not only Enfield but also in Haringey and reported that it was with deep sadness he had noted his death.
2. Enfield’s Successful Application for Re-Accreditation as a Fairtrade Borough
The Mayor was pleased to announce that Enfield had been successful in its application for re-accreditation as a Fairtrade Borough, also contributing to London as a Fairtrade city.
As part of the initiative, he reported that the Council continued to serve Fairtrade products, including tea, coffee, bananas and chocolate and had also been working with the community to ensure that Fairtrade products were available in local cafes and other catering establishments. In achieving reaccreditation the Fairtrade Foundation had noted that Enfield was continuing to secure strong links with local schools and also commented on the other positive activities in the workplace, libraries and other public places, helping to further promote Fairtrade.
The Mayor thanked all those who had worked on the application, with particular recognition to Nina Tweddle (Fairtrade Community Steering Group), Mark Hayes (Chief Executive, Christian Action Housing) and officers from the Scrutiny team for their support in the process. The Mayor then invited Nina Tweddle to come forward in order to formally present her with the reaccreditation certificate from the Fairtrade Foundation. Members joined the Mayor in offering their congratulations for the success in achieving reaccreditation.
3. Update on Mayoral Engagements
The Mayor took the opportunity to update members on the range of engagements undertaken following the summer break. This had included him attending the opening of the Invictus Games; visiting the Palmers Green Festival and Enfield Town show; attending the Enfield Business launch, Meridian Water; Memorials for the 2 Brewers and Battle of Britain and the presentation of a minibus to the Highlands & Southgate ATC Squadron (funded through the Enfield Residents Priority Fund).
He had also started the Mayors Annual Fun Run and informed Members that he was looking forward to a busy time in the lead up to the festive season.