Apologies , Kathy Kirk, Jed Rust, Howard Callaway
Minutes from 7th September 2013
Attendees – Pete Allen, Lisa Jewitt, Barry Edwards, Karen Wark, , Steve Wray, Alan James, Diana Elm, Steph Miller
Apologies –, Kathy Kirk, Jed Rust, Howard Callaway
Richard Munson, Hull FC Foundation:
Richard joined the meeting at 10am to talk to the group about some activity that the Hull FC Foundation is currently planning / undertaking.
History project – Richard advised the group that this activity was accepted by the National Lottery but not funded by them. He plans to re-submit the plan looking at club history and is working with the Hull Heritage Centre to produce regular events for the clubs 150 year anniversary in 2015.
Boulevard Academy - Pete then updated Richard on the groups work to develop a memorial within the new Boulevard Academy. Pete has met with the architects of the school and also the Head Teacher who are keen to support the memorial area within the grounds. Richard advised the group that he has been appointed as a governor at the school which opens on Monday 9th September. Discussions will now take place around how the memorial space, which is located to the left of the school entrance on Airlie Street, is designed. Richard suggested that the group visit the site in order to gain an understanding of the space and all agreed that this was an excellent idea. Lisa is to work with Richard to arrange this visit prior to the groups next meeting on 12th October. Work will then begin to generate sponsorship to fund the furniture etc. Richard also advised that the RFL have committed some funding towards the project through their RFL Cares scheme.
Another project that the Foundation is working on is based around sports reminiscence in conjunction with the Humber NHS Trust. Johnny Whiteley, Hull Royal Infirmary and the Alzheimers Society are also involved in the scheme. Anthony Thackery is leading the project on behalf of the Hull FC Foundation team. Sessions involving generating memories in those living with dementia will be held with memory triggers such as old team photos, shirts, programmes etc being used. The group agreed to help with these sessions and Richard is to forward the dates to the group. Lisa will then feedback who is available to help.
Richard then gave the group some figures on how many people the Foundation reaches – 30k people approximately have some interaction with schemes each year. The childrens sports academy will work with approximately 10k children over the next year. The clubs ‘Hub in The Community’ is also active in one of numerous locations throughout the city on most nights of the week.
Richard also made the group aware that he is the chair of ‘Super 23’ the fund directors of the rugby league clubs.
Richard then thanked the group for their time and left the meeting at 10.40am.
Matters arising from the minutes of the last meeting
FC Voices Website–confirmed as up to date with current news.
PA system at the KC/ lighting around the KC stadium
The group noted that the PA system has not improved to any degree as yet, this is to be fed back to John North.
Lighting around the KC stadium – Pete advised the group that he has not had a response to the emailsent to John North on 2nd August regarding the lack of lighting on the route from the Stadium bowl to the Walton Street car park. This is despite the email being re-sent.
Lisa noted that the situation had still not been rectified by 6th September and the whole area remains unlit. Several additional complaints have again been received. Pete is to contact John again and stress the groups concerns around the potential for an injury / attack in this area post match.
Fans Player of the Year – Lisa advised that the voting process was completed as planned. The presentation dinner is being held on 7th September with several group members attending. Pete wil present the award on behalf of the fans.
Approval of the minutes from the last meeting – the meeting minutes were approved
Heritage Day 2013 – the group discussed the decision that was made to cancel the event for 2013 due to a lack of available exhibitors. All agreed that this was a shame but necessary so as not to disappoint visitors.
Boulevard Corner at the KC – Lisa reported to the group that the person wishing to establish the Boulevard Corner had not been invited to the September meeting as she is awaiting his contact details from James Clark. This is to be followed up again in order for an invite to be sent for the October meeting.
Agenda points:
Condition of the KC Stadium – Several fans have contacted the group regarding the general poor standards of cleanliness within the stadium. Pete is to raise this with John North.
Hull and East Riding Breast Friends – Pete advised that he had received a letter of thanks for the groups donation to the charity in memory of Neil Ager’s wife Elisa, this letter was passed on to Steve as treasurer.
Season pass scheme – the group discussed the new initiatives that are included in the 2014 season pass and agreed that the offers are good. The timing of the mailing to fans over the Wembley weekend was felt to be a risk which unfortunately did not work due to the result.
Richard Whiting Testimonial- Pete advised that he and Jed have been asked to be part of the committee for Richards testimonial year. This is to be added as an on-going point on the agenda as the group have also committed their assistance. The group agreed that they would like to arrange an event to support the fundraising and this is to be discussed at the next meeting.
Any other business:
Hording advertising screens at Wigan – complaints were made to the group about the electronic hordings at the DW Stadium when Hull FC visited on 30th August. It was noted that the screens froze at important points in the match when Hull were kicking in that direction. A complaint is to be sent to the DW stadium manager.
Play off matches, weekend of 13th / 14th September – the group discussed the idea of streaming the match to a local location should FC draw Catalans away. If this does happen the group will contact the club for their thoughts.
Treasurers report - current balance is £2646.44
There being no further business the meeting closed at 11.50am.
Date of next meeting – Saturday 12th October, 10am, box 13
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I declare these minutes to be a true and accurate account of the meeting held on 7th September.
Signed
……………………………………………………(Chairperson)
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…………………………………………………....(Secretary)