CAMBOIS ROWING CLUB
Annual General Meeting, 7:30 pm, 20th November 2013
Minutes
Present: John Matthews, Eric Shiel, David Wright, Donna Hedley, Nathan Shiel, Jamie Young, Jamie McCarron, Josh Dixon, Laura Batey, Ben Lowes, Bruce Patterson, Barrie Hanley, Ian Jamieson, Ray Chilton, Andrew Dickson, Matty Nichol, Lauren Spence, David Manning
1) Apologies
No apologies were received.
2) Minutes of the last meeting
The Minutes of the meeting held on 21st November 2012 were read and approved.
3) Matters arising
There were no matters arising
4) Constitution: Annual Review
David Manning reported that there are no changes required to the Constitution this year.
5) Chairman’s report
The Chairman reported that 2013 sees the club with a good balance sheet. We have held good events which have been well attended and well done, with good feedback from participants and visitors alike. These include the interregional trials (which are coming back), the regatta and the small boats/scullers head. Through Barrie’s efforts we have a new boat. The Chairman thanked all the committee for the work they had put in over the year, naming Ray and David for finances and secretarial support. Challenges for next year include changes to rowing status, and those arising from the active senior and junior squads; the new committee should rise to these challenges, and also make sure that we finally get the 100 year lease sorted out.
6) Captain’s report
The Captain reported that Natalie Dickson had done well in the national indoor rowing, and that the men’s squad was really taking shape. The mens and womens 8s both won at Durham, and we had the fastest quad at Tees for many years. The juniors include individuals and crews who are really coming through well, with some at the national trials. Three of the coaches have rowed in competition this year, none of them getting beat!
7) Treasurer’s report
The Treasurer presented a detailed report of the Club’s transactions in explanation of the balance sheet (attached). The year started with an opening balance of £20181.58, closing with a balance of £22727.53. It was noted that the closing balance still includes a sum of £5000 reserved for the new long lease. The accounts will be audited by Derek Johnson. The accounts were accepted unanimously.
8) Junior rowing report
Matty Nichols reported that the junior squad is doing well, with lots of new people.
9) Safety Officer’s report
Bruce Patterson reported that all incidents are now reported on-line through the British Rowing website. There have been 19 such incidents, 9 capsizes through incompetence, 1 collision with a static object (minor injury) and 3 collisions with moving objects (minor injury). Other incidents included the ‘Banks’ falling off the trailer (won’t happen again following modifications to fastening), a dog bite, stone throwing, crew launching without buoyancy aid, swamping of the 8+ at Tyne Head, and discovery of a body by a sculler.
At the Regatta, there was one capsize; safety cover was provided by us, and the Sea Cadets arrived late to supplement our cover. Marshalling was provided by the Club, using our boat at the start. The LDS/SBH ran over the full course, taking advantage of the high tide (only viable if the tide is over 5m). Our boat suffered damage to the prop guard following collision with a submerged object. Safety cover was provided by Red Seal (3 boats).
The water safety audit was completed and submitted to British Rowing on time. The fire alarm system is still being upgraded, with a new panel fitted but not yet commissioned. New straps have been bought for the trailer, and two ‘fail safe’ straps should be used. Some straps were removed when the trailer was stored loaded in the Jubilee Industrial Estate yard, and all drivers are asked to check before starting each journey. New 25m throw bags have been ordered, and coaches will be trained in their use. Finally, the Club provided triathlon rescue cover at the Druridge Bay Country Park.
10) Secretary’s report
The Secretary reported that attendance had peaked after the Olympics last year, and has gradually decreased to the point that it is now back at pre-Olympic levels. He asked all members of the club to help make sure that the registers are kept up to date, as we use the figures from these as evidence of participation when seeking funding.
11) Election of committee and officers
OFFICERS: It was proposed that existing officers and committee members, where willing to stand, should continue; Proposer: David Wright; Seconded: Ian Jamieson.
Ian Jamieson offered to stand for the position of Vice Captain (proposed David Manning, seconded Eric Shiel), and was elected unopposed.
There were 5 candidates for the 4 positions of Ordinary Committee Member:
Barrie Hanley
Eric Shiel
Jamie McCarron
Jamie Young
Nathan Shiel
An election was held by secret ballot, and Barrie Hanley, Eric Shiel, Jamie McCarron and Nathan Shiel were elected by majority vote. The Secretary thanked Jamie Young for standing.
David Manning, Secretary.
Cambois Rowing Club
The Committee and Officers for 2013-4 are:
CHAIRMAN JOHN MATTHEWS
PRESIDENT vacant
CAPTAIN DAVID WRIGHT
VICE-CAPTAIN IAN JAMIESON
TREASURER RAY CHILTON
SAFETY OFFICER BRUCE PATTERSON
SECRETARY DAVID MANNING
REGATTA SECRETARY vacant
WELFARE OFFICER ANDREW DICKSON
COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
BARRIE HANLEY
ERIC SHIEL
JAMIE MCCARRON
NATHAN SHIEL
LAUREN SPENCE (JUNIOR REP)
In accordance with the Constitution, the Trustees for 2013-4 are:
John Matthews
38 Ringway
Stakeford
Choppington
NE62 5YW
Ray Chilton
5 Stakeford Lane
Stakeford
Choppington
NE62 5JB
David Manning
138 Newgate Street
Morpeth
NE61 1DD
David Manning
Secretary
01670 512789