Decision details

The committee received a fact finding report about two councillors, along with the comments of the independent person. It was, however, noted that further comments had been received since the independent person had submitted comments.

Members felt that there was no evidence of a personal attack, even given the new information presented, but were concerned that the independent person had not had the opportunity to comment since the new information had come to light.

It was moved by Councillor Bray and seconded by Councillor Bill that the matter be deferred due to further complaints relating to the matter and in the absence of updated comments from the independent person.

After further discussion, Councillor Bray, seconded by Councillor Bill, withdrew the motion to defer and proposed that, subject to the views of the independent person, no further action be taken, however should the independent person raise significant concerns given the new information, the matter be brought back to the next meeting. Upon being put to the vote, the motion was CARRIED and it was

RESOLVED – no further action be taken subject to the views of the independent person. Should the independent person raise significant concerns, the matter be brought back to the next meeting.