Arrangements for Forthcoming Meetings
Monday 27 February
Licensing Sub-Committee at 18:00 (1.02)
Tuesday 28 February
Delegated Decisions at 17:30 (Chamber)
Special Council at 19:00 (Chamber)
Wednesday 1 March
Community and Housing Scrutiny Committee at 19:00 (1.02)
Committee members / decision makers must physically attend meetings, but remote attendance is allowed for public participation and for non-committee members / decision makers to participate. Meeting links are usually circulated each Monday for meetings that week.
Councillor Training Dates and Events
Cybercrime Prevention Forum
Forum run by the Older Persons' Board on Cybercrime Prevention held at Lovat Fields Retirement Village on 27 February. Please see here for more information.
Football Forum
The Leisure Team in partnership with Berks and Bucks Football Association are holding a forum at Milton Keynes City Council Civic Offices on 28 February 18:30 – 19:45. Items on the agenda will include discussing existing facilities and opportunities for additional resource and funding. Parishes or Ward Councillors interested should contact Janette Murphy to reserve a place.
Ward Councillor Drop-In Session - Highways and Transportation
Graham Cox, Head of Highways and Transportation, will be in Room 1.26 at Civic on Wednesday 15 March from 17:30-18:30 to meet with any Ward Councillors who would like to discuss any highways or transport related issues.
Ward Based Budget 2022-23 - Deadline Reminder
There are just 4 days left in which to submit your ward based budget application by the deadline of midnight on Tuesday 28 February.
Please remember to complete all sections of the form, sign, and date (electronic signatures accepted) before submitting. All completed forms should be sent to Democratic Services before midnight on 28 February. Any applications received after the deadline will unfortunately not be processed.
The application form for 2022-23 can be found here and guidance notes here.
Focus on Voter-ID
At elections on 4 May, you will not be able to vote, unless you present acceptable photographic ID.
We’ve put together this document which has more information about the key messages, what we are / will be doing, and how Parish, Town or Community Councils and other stakeholders can help.
Pre-election Period
The pre-election period runs from Monday 27 March until after polls close on 4 May. Council staff have been advised of this period of ‘heightened sensitivity’ ahead of elections where we avoid proactive public engagement on politically sensitive topics (including sensitive and non-statutory consultations).
More information is available in this short briefing document. Please speak to Sharon Bridglalsingh, Director of Law and Governance or Peter Brown, Head of Democratic Services if you have any questions
Royal Visit
We’ve received some more images of His Majesty The King’s visit to Milton Keynes last week. Mayor Amanda Marlow escorted The King during the visit and introduced him to a number of organisations and charities who represent aspects of city life such as community, heritage and the arts, as well as new residents including families from Ukraine. Also pictured is The King greeting the crowds outside the Church and preparing to speak warmly about Milton Keynes’ often overlooked history and our very special city status.
Make a Difference Nominations
Nominations are now open for the BBC Make a Difference Awards. Who always goes above and beyond in the community? Entries close at 11pm on 5 March 2023. For more information on the full list of categories please see here.
MK Foodbank - Big Doorstep Give Collection
On Saturday 25 February we will be collecting donations from houses all over Milton Keynes and surrounding areas (anywhere with a MK postcode except Bedford)!
It is very simple to take part:
- Send us an email at helpline@mkfoodbank.org.uk or WhatsApp 07874 964505 with your address and postcode. We can collect from anywhere with an MK postcode but you must tell us where you are!
- We will reply with a time slot that a volunteer collection driver will be in your area.
- Before your allocated slot, place your donations of long-life food (our list of most-needed items is attached) in a clearly visible spot on your doorstep.
For more information on the event, please see here.
Tuesday 21 February
Delegated Decisions
Decisions: Decisions
Contact: Jane Crighton
Wednesday 22 February
Health and Care Partnership
Contact: Andrew Clayton
Council
Decisions: Decisions
Contact: Roslyn Tidman
Thursday 23 February
Planning Panel
Decisions: Decisions
Contact: George Vincent
Monday 27 February
Licensing Sub-Committee
Contact: Jane Crighton
Tuesday 28 February
Delegated Decisions
Contact: Jane Crighton
Special Council
Contact: Roslyn Tidman
Wednesday 1 March
Community and Housing Scrutiny Committee
Contact: Elizabeth Richardson
Mayoral Engagements
Please note that due to recent events Mayoral Engagements are subject to change or cancellation at short notice.
Mayoral Engagements
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