Apologies for absence were received from Councillor Cox (substitute: Cllr Buck who also sent apologies).

The following Councillor declared an interest as indicated:

(a) Councillor Davidson – Agenda Item 7 (Southend-on-Sea Forum Management Ltd) – non-pecuniary interest: Non-Executive Director of South Essex Homes;

Minutes attached (for noting)

Resolved:-

That the Minutes of the Meeting held on Monday 4^th November 2019, be received and confirmed as a correct record.

Report of the Executive Director (Finance and Resources) attached

The Board considered a report of the Executive Director (Finance and Resources) and the Director of Culture and Tourism presenting the financial statements of Southend-on-Sea Forum Management Board Ltd for the year ending 31^st July 2019, together with the report of their auditors.

The Board asked a number of questions which were responded to by officers.

Resolved:

That the financial statements of Southend-on-Sea Forum Management Board Ltd for year ending 31^st July 2019, together with the report of their auditors, be recommended to Cabinet for approval.

Report of the Executive Director (Finance and Resources) attached

The Board considered its future work programme for 2020/21.

The Board commented on the work programme and made the following suggestions for inclusion:

·         Porters Place LLP to be a standing item on the agenda;

·         To add the Southend-on-Sea Forum Management Ltd Business Plan;

Resolved:

That the future work programme, with the above additions, be noted.

Monday 23^rd March 2020 at 7.00pm (special meeting)

Monday 23^rd March 2020 at 7.00pm (special meeting).