The meeting began with a prayer led by Mohammad Swayed of the Sheerwater Muslim Education and Welfare Trust, who emphasized the importance of positive character, kindness, and respect in Islam. He also spoke against oppression, particularly mentioning Palestine and Gaza.

The first significant topic was the Mayor's end-of-year statement. The Mayor thanked the residents of Woking for their support during a challenging year marked by a cost-of-living crisis. He highlighted various engagements attended, including events organized by the Woking Rotary Club and the Wokingburg Bowling Club, which raised funds for the Friends of Woking Community Hospitals. The Mayor also expressed gratitude to the Surrey Street Centre and the marketing team for maintaining his Facebook page.

The meeting then honored John Bond, a former Wokingburg Councillor who passed away in April. Tony Doren was announced as an eminent citizen of the borough for his contributions to the community, particularly in Farkraf Close.

The Young People's Civic Award Scheme recognized three young individuals for their contributions: James Day for his volunteer work with the Wheel for All inclusive cycling charity, Sophie Signo Ready for her academic achievements and resilience, and Ho Kyu Chen for his positive attitude and academic excellence despite undergoing chemotherapy.

The election of the Mayor for 2024-25 saw Councillor Louise Morales nominated and elected. Her background includes a degree in botany, teaching horticulture, and active involvement in community groups. She announced her charity for the year, the Woking Lighthouse, which supports various community projects.

Councillor Amanda Boot was elected as Deputy Mayor. Her background includes a degree in business studies, a career in marketing, and extensive community work in Biflee, including flood prevention and support for local charities.

The leader of the Council, Councillor Anne-Marie Barker, gave a statement reflecting on the past year's challenges, including financial difficulties and the appointment of new commissioners. She emphasized the importance of transparency, good governance, and community engagement. She also outlined the Council's focus on housing, commercial development, and environmental commitments.

The meeting concluded with the appointment of committee members and the election of chairs and vice-chairs for various committees, including the Audit and Governance Committee, Licensing Committee, and Planning Committee.