Exec Committee Minutes (29 Jun 2009)

MINUTES OF THE EXECUTIVE MEETING OF BLYTH SPARTANS AFC HELD ON MONDAY 29th OF JUNE 2009.

Present: A. Platten, K. Scott, I. Evans, C. Baxter, G. Young, R. Harding & M. Tait (part)

Apologies: S. Ord

Prior to the start of the meeting the Chairman welcomed new committee member and commercial manager Mr Rob Harding.

The first part of the meeting was held with M. Tait in relation to team matters.

- Training facilities had been arranged short term but IKE was asked to look at further alternatives.
- Discussions held in relation to the target signings. M.T. reported that there were three, possibly four new players still to bring in, prior to the start of the season. These players were either just returning or still away on holiday. The players retained from last season have been informed and MT would now set about completing registrations for each of the players involved.
- IKE would discuss again with NCC the work being carried out on the pitch surface.
- IKE confirmed that the full pre-season schedule has now been completed and published. After discussion it was agreed for admission for all pre-season home matches to be £5 adult and £2 concession with holders of last season's season tickets to be admitted free of charge. IKE to contact Berwick regarding possible "gate share"

For the actual "100 years at Croft Park" match Vs NUFC R Harding was asked to look at an event tie. IKE will inform the supporters club and ask them to produce and promote any other ideas.

1. MINUTES OF LAST MEETING

- The minutes of the last meeting (15.06.09) were approved.

2. MATTERS ARISING.

- After reviewing the situation it was confirmed that Lees Travel would again be our travel support for season 2009/10.
- IKE reported that notices are now published for the AGM on 6th of August. CB has arranged for advert in NPL.

3. CORRESPONDENCE

- IKE reported that the player's insurance premium has been paid along with the final bill from the FA for player's fines.
- IKE has also completed documents in relation to the Directors insurance, which is due in July.
- IKE updated those present with regards to the latest discussions with Northumbrian water.
- IKE has received an application for tickets for the charity shield from the FA. Four tickets available at £20 each. In the same correspondence it was noted that the FA headquarters would move from Soho Square to Wembley in August.
- GY has received a request to join in and promote the FA's Respect Campaign next season. He will obtain further information.
- KS confirmed that he has received confirmation that work on covering the Croftway area would start this coming Thursday.

4. ANY OTHER BUSINESS.

- IKE asked KS to send him the club structure master to him for updating.
- It was to be minuted that regrettably Doug Ramsey was to give up his position at Croft Park due to ill health. IKE will write to him separately, thanking him for his years of volunteered work, and will keep in touch with him.

This meant a number of jobs and responsibilities would be required to be taken up by current personnel.

- The production of weekly pass tickets and golden goals would be processed in the office by IKE.
- IKE will discuss with current personnel the roll of arranging gate operatives on match days.
- IKE will undertake the poster distribution but would look for help and assistance.
- This left the position of organising and serving refreshments to the players and staff to and from away matches. Anyone reading the minutes that is interested in the position should contact IKE at Croft Park.

5. NEXT MEETING.

The next meeting will be held on Monday the 20th of July @ 6 PM