Att 21
Apologies: Rob Urwin, Julia Urwin, Andy Kelly
Committee present: Paul I, Paul G, Jon OB, Paul OB, Phil C, Alan S, Alan D
Membership – the total number of members since the inception is 399 of which Gary Brabin is the latest
Finances – the bank account stands at £10,024 and this includes the payment of £726 to SFC for the new speakers for the PA System. Coach travel is showing a loss of £651 of which £312 is offset through the golden goal. The events at the Grandstand club have raised £824 of which £300 has been donated to charity and approximately £100 worth of equipment has been purchased. We have been advised by James Treadwell that the accounts will be finalised and available by 19th May and on that basis the AGM has been set for Thursday 29th May.
Andy Davis has asked not be put up for re-election and the attendees thanked Andy for his contribution.
Coach travel – As of Thursday evening, there were 32placed booked on the second coach, with a first coach full. Paul G and Alan S agreed to look after one coach and Tony and Paul OB to look after the other. Subject to positive results, bookings would be taken for the playoff game on the return journey and at subsequent events.
PA system – as previously mentioned the new speakers have now been purchased and paid for and Steve Wignall and Peter O’Byrne will arrange for these to be fitted in the near future.
Future projects – a list of potential projects would be issued out with details of the AGM with the aim to have further discussions at the AGM.
Events – Question of Sport was postponed due to lack of suitable dates and venues and it would be hoped that this event will be put on in the new season.
Band Nights – Paul G advised that the following events have been scheduled for the grandstand bar:
17th May – reggae evening
24th May – over 18’s event
7th June – under 18’s event
21st June – over 18’s event
TBA – hip hop artist
Paul G also advised that he would arrange a New Year’s Eve do at the club.
Wembley re-union - the trust will be running a shoot out game at the re-union game. Any volunteer s who wish to help out are appreciated.
Carnival – we have been advised that the venue has been moved to Pleasureland rather than Victoria Park and this will be discussed further at the next meeting
Printed diaries – we have received an offer from a company for free printed diaries subject to them raising sufficient advertising. It was suggested that we look at this further, with the possibility of adding the fixture list and distributing to the local schools.
Website - the website is due for renewal and Phil C has asked for his details to be forwarded regarding payment details. Any technical queries should be directed to Paul OB.
Storage for seats – Alan D advised that Wilkinson had a special offer on steel sheds for £350 and Jon OB also advised that he was following another lead.
Next meeting – Thursday 29th May – 7.30pm Grandstand Club incorporating the AGM.
