Committee Minutes

Summary of Committee Meeting on 8th April 2007

Here is a note of some of the main points considered by the Committee at the above meeting. A full set of minutes is always displayed outside the main briefing room.

 

Member’s Forum/Newsletter.
The Chairman and John Staley are to discuss creating an e-mail Member’s Forum, for a trial period of six months, target start date of 1 May 07. Clare Emson is to produce a monthly newsletter.

Caravans.
The layout of the caravan site will be changed to accommodate all vans currently on site.

Accident to DFR.
The club will pay for the damage and not make an insurance claim.

Arrangements for the AGM.
The Chairman will make a presentation covering all posts and informing members of progress on all fronts.

Contracts for Mike P. and Sue.
Marie Mitchell agreed to look into the provision of the necessary Employer’s Liability insurance.

Charges for Temporary and Reciprocal Members.
Temporary membership is to increase to £7.50 from £5 per day or £30 for 3 months.

Ab-Initio Weeks for Early Solo Pilots.
Two courses will be provided, members will be invited to attend by e-mail.

BGA/Falke Agreement for 2007.
The Chairman is opening discussions with the BGA about extending the 2007 Falke agreement.

Robin Wing £4,000 Modification.
The club is to pay £2,000 to the Robin syndicate as a token of the club’s appreciation for making the Robin available without any capital outlay by the club.

Office Redecoration/Re-Equipment.
Up to £350 has been made available for redecoration and office furniture.

Club Records.
Self declarations and doctor’s certificates for all solo pilots will be kept in the office.

Post of Treasurer.
Tim Harrington was persuaded to continue in post until the next AGM in October.