CONSTABLE BURTON READING ROOM
MINUTES OF COMMITTEE MEETING – March 5th 2013
Present: Cathy Ayers, Hilly Dobson , Keith Manning, Mike Phillipson, and Stephen Allen
Apologies: Pam Allen, Stewart Ayers and Anna Corbett
Matters arising:
- The February 9th Coffee Morning was a success raising £47. Thanks to Hilly.
Treasurer’s report:
The bank balance is healthy at £2,458 slightly up on this time last year – even taking into account the increase in energy costs over the past year. The Treasurer presented his draft report before the AGM and was commended for his work. The possibility of further grants will have to be researched if we anticipate more capital expense.
Needs for the future:
Thepossibility of replacing the Reading Room accessibility ramp was discussed. Further ideas for capital expense will be canvased at the next Coffee Morning.
Current Events Calendar: Mike presented an updated on-line calendar for approval.
Future Events
Coffee Morning – Saturday March 9th – Anna to be in charge.Community policeman Richard Braddock will call in.
Friday March 15th Spring Supper 7pm. Cathy will make Salmon en-croute for 8, Hilly will make chicken pasta for 8 and a cheese pasta. Keith will provide cheese. Mike will make Haloumi cheese. Bakewell Tart and Peaches and ice cream for afters. Two salads and bread required. Maybe a Beetle Drive.
Tuesday March 19th AGM
Sunday April 21st – first Afternoon Tea event.
Other Business
- The chicken hut has gone and the fly- tipped rubbish has been cleared. Stephen made it clear that he didn’t want any more rubbish dumped against his garden wall and that the dumping of rubbish and disposal by burning behind the Reading Room should cease
- Treasurer and secretary are both willing to stand again. Cathy expressed unwillingness to stand again for chair. Anna is willing to take this on but limited to just chairing meetings. More committee members are needed. The afternoon teas bring in essential funds and should be prioritised over other social functions.. We need someone to take on responsibility for catering events.
Next meting AGM March 19th
SHA