CHITTERNE CRICKET CLUB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING SUNDAY 5 FEBRUARY 2006

Present:

A Knyvett Maj Gen J Strawson R Parkes J Carter T Brassey C Horsfall M Horsfall J Reid G &J Parker J Tomkinson G Davies

INTRODUCTION

1. The Chairman all those present and. He also thanked, Chrissy Woods, for the use of the King’s Head for the AGM.

ITEM 1 – ELECTION OF OFFICERS

2. The following were elected as officers of Chitterne Cricket Club:

Anthony Knyvett Charles Redway Richard Parkes Alan Vowles Charles Horsfall Tom Brassey James Carter James Tomkinson Gareth Davies

3. The Chairman gave a vote of thanks to Irene Carter who is leaving the committee and also to James Carter who is stepping down from the post of Treasurer.

ITEM 2 - CAPTAIN’S REPORT

4. The Captain gave his summary of the year. He thanked all those involved including the tea ladies, umpires and supporters. In 2005 there were 9 fixtures but 2 were rained off. Of the 7 played, 5 were won and 2 lost. The team performance improved throughout the year, both the established and newer players, but we cannot afford to rest on our laurels. The Captain encourages all to attend nets and other training sessions.

5. Team selection can be a challenge and to help with the process all players are asked to let the Captain know their availability as far in advance as possible. The Captain finished his report by encouraging all members to do their best to recruit new players.

ITEM 3 – TREASURER’S REPORT & FINANCIAL PLANS

6. The Chairman gave an update on the accounts which in general are in a healthy state. The current shed on the playing field is not secure and thus cannot be used to house club equipment (which is currently distributed around members properties). It was decided that the Cricket Club would investigate the purchase of a suitable shed or similar structure. Michael Horsfall kindly volunteered to investigate further.

ITEM 4 – PITCH PREPARATION & LAWN MOWING

7. The Chairman reported that the Cricket Club had been successful in its bid for the grass cutting contract. He added that in previous years the mowing burden had generally fallen on just one or two members but it is hoped that the task can be shared out a little more in 2006, noting that the task does need a suitable towing vehicle. Jack Harley has given his agreement in principle that a quad bike can be made available to the club and Geoff Parker has kindly agreed to assist in the task.

8. Jeremy Reid gave an update on the preparation of the square. The start point for work is dependent on the weather. The square will need scarifying, seeding and fertilizing. Richard Parkes has kindly agreed to lend his lawn mower to the club for this season for use on the square.

ITEM 5 – FIXTURES

9. There are 9 fixtures plus the match against the President’s XI. A fixture list will be produced shortly. Dates of matches are 14 May, 28 May, 11 Jun, 25 Jun, Sat 8 Jul, 30 Jul, 13 Aug, 27 Aug and 17 Sep. A fixture list will be produced.

ITEM 6 - TEAS

10. Chairman thanked all those who helped with teas – long may it continue! The quality of Chitterne teas is well known and admired by many. Carole Redway has very kindly volunteered to take on the role of tea organising from Irene Carter.

ITEM 7 – DINNER DANCE

11. The Chairman thanked the organisers and all those involved in arranging last year’s Dinner and Dance. Alan Vowles and Maureen have kindly agreed to organise this year’s event which will take place on Saturday 20 May. The format will be the same as previous years although the auction will be given a year off. All assistance is of course most welcome, especially with the production of food and provision of raffle prizes.

ITEM 8 – AOB

13. The President added his thanks to all.

14. Subscriptions are now due. The rates remain the same as last year; £10 per person, £15 for family membership and £5 for under 18s. Monies should be forwarded to the Secretary as soon as possible.