Agenda

The following Motion to be moved and seconded:

(i)  That in pursuance of the provisions of Section 249(5) of the Local Government Act 1972, the Honorary Freedom of the City be conferred on The City of Southampton (Albion) Band, in recognition of the eminent services rendered by giving over 100 years of services to the City of Southampton in particular for their continued commitment to the City by leading the Cenotaph Remembrance Sunday Parade and other military parades for the Falkland Islands, VE, VJ Day, playing at The Dell (and) for Southampton Football Club, playing at numerous events in and outside the city promoting Southampton, the said City of Southampton (Albion) Band be admitted to the Honorary Freemen of the City of Southampton.

(ii)  That suitable scrolls and caskets be commissioned for this purpose. 

NOTE:

Under the provisions of Section 249(5) of the Local Government Act 1972 this resolution, to be effected, must be passed by not less than two thirds of the members voting at the meeting. 

To receive any apologies.

To authorise the signing of the minutes of the Council Meeting held on 26 March 2025, attached.

Matters especially brought forward by the Lord Mayor and the Leader.

To elect a Leader of the Council for the ensuing year. Following the election the Leader will announce membership of the Cabinet.

Report of the Director of Legal and Governance and Monitoring Officer detailing proposed minor changes to the Council's Constitution.

To deal with any appointments to Committees, Sub-Committees or other bodies as required.

To approve the following dates for meetings of the Council in the 2025/26 Municipal Year.

16 July 2025

24 September 2025

26 November 2025

25 February 2026 (Budget)

25 March 2026

20 May 2026 AGM

To receive any requests for Deputations, Presentation of Petitions or Public Questions.

Report of the Leader of the Council, attached.

To consider any question of which notice has been given under Council Procedure Rule 11.2.