For details of the Order of Proceedings please see page 7

In nominating Councillor Quick for the office of Deputy Mayor, Councillor David Evans  advised that Councillor Quick, known to all as Dee, had been an outstanding Mayor a couple of years ago during Her Majesty’s 90^th birthday celebrations.  

Councillor D Evans explained that being Mayor or Deputy Mayor was all consuming for the twelve months of office and that, although one would think that Councillor Quick would be happy to put her feet up and take a well earned rest, the Mayoralty was a family business as her father had been Mayor and Deputy Mayor on two occasions and her grandfather had also been Mayor and Deputy Mayor twice.  Councillor D Evans advised that Councillor Quick therefore had some way to go before she could put her feet up and quipped that with that family history it appeared that there appeared to be more than one dynasty in Windsor.

Councillor D Evans explained that Councillor Quick had been involved in the heart of the community as a teacher and lecturer of Home Economics in local schools and colleges for almost 40 years, had been a Councillor for over 17 years, had served on numerous Panels and charities and had also been a Cabinet member for 8 years as lead member for Children’s Services and for Leisure, Libraries and Culture.

Councillor D Evans explained that, despite the unprecedented changes that the Council had experienced, Councillor Quick had never lost sight of the key objective of delivering for the residents of the Borough.  He recalled that, when Councillor Quick had been the lead member for Children’s Services and he had been a new Councillor on the scrutiny panel, Councillor Quick never lost sight of the need to deliver for the Borough’s young people and to ensure that the most vulnerable were safeguarded.  He stated that Councillor Quick was always polite and courteous but had a steely resolve.  

In conclusion, Councillor D Evans reiterated that Councillor Quick had undertaken the role of Mayor successfully 2015-16, taking part in the Magna Carta 800 year celebrations and Her Majesty’s 90^th birthday celebrations, and that together with her husband John, she was looking forward to supporting Councillor Lenton and Margaret during what was going to be a busy and enjoyable mayoral year.

In seconding the motion, Councillor Ed Wilson commented upon how well known and respected Councillor Quick was within Windsor.  Councillor E Wilson announced that Councillor Quick and her husband John had been married for many years and had two grown up children and a grandson, who all lived in the Borough.

Councillor E Wilson explained that Councillor Quick and John had met in Newcastle whilst training to be teachers and that they had taught in some of our local schools for a number of years.  Councillor E Wilson explained that subsequently John had been called by God to spread the word of the Lord to Windsor residents, particularly those living in the east of Dedworth who enjoyed access and use the many excellent local amenities.

Councillor E Wilson quipped that John had much in common with Prince Philip in that he was always present, always ready to support his wife and was always allowed to put the bins out. 

In conclusion, Councillor E Wilson explained how John Quick had been an excellent support to Councillor Quick when she had been Mayor and he was confident that he would continue to be a fantastic support to her as Deputy Mayor.  He advised that the Borough was blessed with people like Councillor Quick and John who were prepared to provide a service to the community and to act as a role model to the younger generation encourage residents to become more community focused and active in community affairs.

          It was moved by Councillor David Evans, seconded by Councillor Ed Wilson, and:

RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY:That Councillor Eileen Quick be appointed Deputy Mayor of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead for the ensuing Municipal Year.

The Managing Director declared Councillor Eileen Quick duly appointed Deputy Mayor. Councillor Quick made the Declaration of Acceptance of Office, witnessed by Councillors David Evans and Ed Wilson.

In her speech of acceptance, the Deputy Mayor, Councillor Quick, stated that it was with great pleasure and a mixture of pride and humility that she was glad to accept the honour of becoming Deputy Mayor. 

Councillor Quick explained that, as a former Mayor, she had experienced the reality of fulfilling the many hundreds of duties and engagements the Mayor had been invited to attend and that she now looked forward to supporting the Mayor and Mayoress and being part of their mayoral team.  Councillor Quick thanked Councillor Lenton and Margaret Lenton for all their hard word to support the civic life of the Borough as Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayoress and advised that, as a serving Deputy, the transition to Mayor would be much easier.

Councillor Quick explained that she had undertaken some research in preparation for her role and commented upon the characteristics required of a good deputy.  Referring to the book of Daniel in the Bible, Councillor Quick explained that this provided the best example of the 5 great qualities required to fulfil the role, namely, knowledge and ability, calmness and personal control, wisdom, positivity and loyalty.  She advised that, during the forthcoming municipal year she would try and embody those qualities and stated that she was confident her consort will give her gentle nudges to remind her when she fell short.  She commented upon the example that had been set by her father, her mother and her grandfather who had undertaken that role before her.

In conclusion, Councillor Quick stated that, as a representative of the Council they meet organisations and individuals who contribute so much to making the Royal Borough a great place to live and work and that she looked forward to being part of the civic team supporting the life of the Borough for the next municipal year.

Councillor Quick then presented Councillor Lenton and his wife Margaret with their past Deputy Mayor's and past Deputy Mayor’s Consort badges.