Welcome
Caroline, in the Chair welcomed all present to the meeting. In her
report, she thanked the committee members and the leaders of the various
user groups for their efforts during the past year. Making the point
that with the centre virtually running to capacity, we were one of the
few success stories of community centres in Inverclyde. The purchase
of the Bouncy Castle and new tables had been made, thanks to the healthy
state of the finances and at last the Council had agreed to replace
the shutter on the door. A new Computer would soon be installed with
free Internet access for one year, this would be available to the various
user groups. Caroline closed by saying, everyone should be proud of
their efforts in what had been another successful year.
Apologies for Absence
Apologies were accepted on behalf of Stephen Renton and Sharon Black.
Acceptance of Previous Minutes
After discussion, the Minutes of the previous meeting were approved
on the motion of Kirsty Donnelly and seconded by Liz Canning.
Treasurer's Report
Finlay in his report, said the finances were in a healthy state
thanks mainly to the Nursery Lets. Regarding the Gala Day, things still
had to be finalised, however even with the bad weather, it looked at
worst we would make a small profit.
Secretary's Report
George mentioned the proposed new shutter and said the Council were
in the process of costing this. He had highlighted the need for a power
driven one. He also updated the meeting on the new children's Play Areas.
In his closing remarks he paid tribute to the list of Gala Day sponsors
from the local business sector.
Letting Report
Kirsty reported that the bookings were still coming in. There had
been a lot of interest in the Bouncy Castle. She asked for guidance
regarding 'Bouncy Castle Parties'. After discussion the Committee agreed
ideally we should try to form a couple of teams perhaps from the user
groups, to be on call to erect and put away the castle after use. A
nominal fee would be paid to teams for this work. User groups wishing
the use of the castle for their own group would pay £10 for this
use.
Election of Office-bearers
On being nominated for re-election Caroline said she could have
a problem as Mark her husband might be starting a new job and there
was the possibility of her not being able to finish another year in
office. After some discussion she agreed to accept the position again
on the understanding that three years would be the limit, not only in
her interests but also in the interest of the association. Caroline
was re-elected on the motion of Liz Canning and seconded by Kirsty Donnelly.
The Treasurer and Secretary agreed with her remarks both feeling it
was important to have new people capable of performing the the various
positions within the association. Alison Battley proposed the re-election
of both the Treasurer and Secretary, this was seconded by Sian Burton.
Vice-chair and Letting Secretary Kirsty Donnelly was re-elected on the
motion of George Anderson and seconded by Caroline Anderson. All the
Committee members agreed to serve another year in their various capacities.
Date of next meeting
After discussion it was agreed the next meeting of the committee
would be held on Wednesday, 4th September, at 7.30p.m.
George Anderson,
Secretary.
(Minutes edited appropriately for publishing on web
site)
