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NOTE/ACTION/DECISION

WHO

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The Chairman welcomed everyone and outlined the meeting purpose and agenda

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Minutes of the 2007 AGM accepted as a true record.    Proposed N Large Seconded P Milne.

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Chairman’s Annual report

In   In a vast number of ways this last season has undoubtedly been the most successful season that the club has ever had. The success of youth and mini-soccer on the football field, the re - appearance of the men’s team and the return of Simon’s vets team to the Lowfields are just a few of the obvious highlights. Oh yes, and on the way the finest set of changing rooms in the area just happened to appear. Many of the thank yous have been stated, but everyone here can be massively proud of the part that they have played in getting us to where we are today. The testament to the distance travelled is the approach that we have received from Rushcliffe Ladies to play under a joint Barrowby/Rushcliffe banner as they strive to rejuvenate their club, make use of our facilities and bring with them some management input hopefully on the committee in due course to help strengthen our club. I should also mention that as part of our 5 year Football Development Plan that girls football was an integral part of it – well hopefully this is one tick in the box.

      However I do believe we have reached a point in our development where we need to take stock of where we have grown to. As ever money becomes an issue, we need to steer our way thorough electricity and gas costs, caretaker costs ,groundsman fees etc as well as making sure we have sufficient equipment to provide a quality level of training and match play to make Barrowby Football Club an enjoyable experience for all. However with a prudent approach this year as we discover these costs I am sure that we will soon be moving towards another grant for pitch improvement.

      All I would ask is that we as stakeholders in this Football Club business that we maintain the reputation of this club as a quality organisation, that we respect our players, parents and finally this building and its surroundings.

                  Finally – big thanks to the officeholders for the past season. John has done a tremendous job yet again, despite failing to keep with play. Simon over the past few years has done a sterling job as vice-chairman combining the roles of web guru, football manager, kit and equipment supplier as well as predicting scores for the Pools Panel. Derek has again helped to keep the club’s finances under the tightest of control and once again thanks to all the managers who have made Barrowby FC the best club in the area by a mile.

  Following the Chairman’s report a vote was taken on whether to admit Rushcliffe Ladies team and Under 16’s team into the club. The proposal for them to be admitted was carried unanimously.

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Secretary’s Report

Nothing to report in John’s absence.

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Treasurers Report

The club accounts for 2007/8 were presented by Derek Large.  The accounts were reviewed and accepted as an accurate record.  

The Auditor for the accounts was Mr Mike Argyle.  A letter of thanks has been sent to Mr Argyle.

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Election of Club Committee members

• Chairman – R Cross applied to continue.  R Cross proposed by N Large and seconded by C Pick.   R Cross duly elected as Chairman
• Vice Chairman – M Jessop was proposed by R Cross and seconded by S Hollingworth.  M Jessop duly elected as Vice Chairman
• Secretary - J Young applied to continue.  J Young proposed by S Mason and seconded by C Pick.  J Young  duly elected as Secretary
• Treasurer – D Large applied to continue.  D Large proposed by S G Scott and seconded by M Jessop.  D Large duly elected as Treasurer
• Child Welfare Officer – J Young applied to continue.  J Young proposed by S Tomlinson and seconded by G Breden.  J Young duly elected as Child Welfare Officer
• Kit/Equipment Manager – R Cross and J Young will perform his role.
• Ground/Facilities Manager – Geoff Freestone will do this role as part of his paid role.
• Club Event Manager – D Dudley applied for this position. D Dudley proposed by S Hollingworth and seconded by T Brady. D Dudley duly elected as Club Event Manager
• Elected Parent Representative X 1 – Anne Marie Kerr applied for this position proposed by R Cross. Anne Marie duly elected as a Parent Representative

·                 Elected Parent Representative X 1 –.  Gaynor Mitford applied for this

       position proposed by R Cross. Gaynor duly elected as a Parent    Representative 

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Rule Changes

None submitted.

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Match and Training Fees/Collection of subscriptions

The following fees were agreed:

Agreed that match and training fees for the 2007/8 season remains the same as agreed earlier in the year at £2 training and £2 matches).

Those in attendance agreed that the subscriptions remain as at present.

It was noted that as part of the club social inclusion policy the club will accept that some parents may not be able to pay all the match fees either in one or two lump sums.  Managers are encouraged to use their discretion to allow leeway for fees to be paid late. 

The Chairman did request that Managers ensure they collect subscriptions from all those who attend training.  

AOB

No AOB raised

Meeting closed at 20.05pm