TUST Meeting Minutes 3rd February 2018
Board Members Present
Michel Thomas (MT) - Chairman
Matt Gorman (MG) - Treasurer
Robin Causley (RC) - Vice Chairman
Alison Bryant (AB) - Communications
TUFC/TUST Meeting
It was agreed that we should continue pressing Mr Osborne for more clarity and transparency, re: the short term and long term future of the club. It was noted the ongoing meetings were successful, for example the recent successful application for the grant from PLFT. Also, the furtherance of the memorial project for Ian Twitchin. It was also confirmed that at this point we could not use any of our funds towards the porta cabin project at Seale Hayne.
SGM Meeting (Feedback)
Although the attendance was slightly disappointing, the exercise was a success, in that, we received a lot of feedback and useful ideas. AB and MT agreed to look through the feedback forms and vet the potential volunteers. It was agreed that we are looking for leaders in marketing and IT, as our primary objectives.
Chris Fleet
Discussion of the role and benefits of co-opting Chris Fleet on to the board in a marketing role. MG nominated, RC seconded, all in favour.
MT to contact Chris Fleet and send out newsletter to our members on his agreement.
Rob Burkitt
MT to meet Rob Burkitt on Tuesday to discuss role of IT and Social Media management for the TUST. AB and MT to liaise and co-opt Rob Burkitt on to board. RC and MG happy for MT and AB to make final decision, on his role.
Clarification of Action Plan
On debriefing, re: the AGM, it was agreed that the immediate action plan should include:-
1) Building on membership to improve our standing in the local community and to outreach to our existing members through social events
2) To continue to lobby for the prevention of the sale of the freehold of Plainmoor at this point
3) To improve our communications via social media marketing, ie facebook, twitter. Also to improve the information on our website
4) To engage with the local community, re: the value of TUFC
5) To continue to press for more direct engagement with Clarke Osborne in order to clarify his intentions
Ratification of purchasing process
MG will construct an agreement for board members to sign to enable him to make small purchases on behalf more easily via the TUST debit card.
AOB
None
Meeting closed at 2.10pm
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