AGM and Memberships 2015/16

The date has not yet been set for the AGM. Memberships will be taken at home games.

Annual General Meeting 2014 - Saturday 2nd August, 2014

Sorry it's a bit late but as they say, better late than never.

HEYWOOD BLUES

MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON
SATURDAY 2ND AUGUST, 2014

AT THE HEYWOOD PUB, TOWER STREET, HEYWOOD

 

Officials present: Chairman/Treasurer: Mark Hutchinson, Secretary/Memberships: Michael Johnson,

Neil Hutchinson and Barbara Whitehead

Number of members present: Approx 23

 

 

Meeting Opened: 2.10pm

 

CHAIRMAN’S OPENING REMARKS

 

Mark thanked members for attending and said that City had a very good season on the pitch.

He said that last year’s AGM didn’t happen as it should have done due to doing the memberships

first. Memberships will be done after today’s meeting.

He also said that we should remember Alan Dawson who passed away during the season before last.

 

 TREASURER’S REPORT – read by Mark

 

 Mark said our branch had a bad season as far as the balance sheet was concerned. We lost over

£1,000 and this can’t continue otherwise the club would fold. The loss is down to 24 home games

losing over £2,400. We will need to alter the pricing structure for next season. Mark went through

the balance sheet and the cost of coach travel to the games. He said that we can’t carry on as we are.

The last price increase was in 2008, probably the first increase in 20 years. There then followed a

debate as to how to get more people going.  The average loss per game after the raffle money was

deducted was £45. To run the double-decker cost £330 needing 55 adults at £6. The single-decker

cost £260 needing 44 adults at £6. Mark had discussed prices with Rothwell’s and these shouldn’t

increase. It was suggested that members get priority on the coach with non-members paying extra.

We have had this debate before and deemed it not practical. A suggestion made to try to raise funds

was that we could have the Championship and League Cup trophies down. This will be investigated.

Mark said it was obvious that we should increase coach prices with a £2 increase for everyone suggested.

The proposal was made by Chris Jacques and seconded by Dennis Booth. The proposal was carried by a

show of hands making the costs £8 for adults and £5 for concessions. A crude calculation suggested a

40% increase that would cover the loss if the same number of people travelled. A further attempt to

reduce costs mentioned by Mark was to downsize coaches for the FA Cup, League Cup and Champions

League. People would need to book on with Mark. This will be decided on a match-to-match basis.

 

MEMBERSHIP REPORT – read by Mark

 

Membership for last season was 100 – 74 adults, 9 juniors and 17 seniors. This was in contrast to 185

in season 2011-2012. We pay the main club £5 per adult, £1 for seniors and nothing for juniors.

To generate more money it was suggested adult memberships be increased to £7 leaving juniors and

seniors at £3 as they have paid a bigger increase for the coach. This was proposed by Neil Hutchinson

and seconded by Tom Rigby, carried by a show of hands.

 

SOCIAL REPORT – read by Mark

 

The supporters’ club room at the stadium is again at Mary D’s pub. The cost is £3 per person, a photo

is required for the card.

The Haydock Park race trip for 2013 attracted 40 people and made a £100 profit.

We again sponsored a Heywood Cricket Club match to the tune of £200. Some people suggested this

should cease but the members get a free day out. This will have to be looked at.

The supporters’ club annual dinner was cancelled due to there being no suitable date.

 

ANY OTHER BUSINESS

 

Mark mentioned the itinerary for the Community Shield game on Sunday the 10th August. The Heywood

opens at 5am, coach leaves at 6am direct to the Torch pub at Wembley. Return 7pm. Costs – adults £35,

concessions £25.

A suggestion was made to arrange a social night with Alex Williams and the trophies and Tommy Booth.

This will be looked into.

Mark finally thanked Justin and Sharon at The Heywood for allowing the club to function from there,

Barbara for her efforts in selling raffle tickets and Mick for his excellent secretarial work.

 

There being no other business, the meeting was closed at 3.30pm.



 

Heywood Blues sponsor Heywood Cricket Club vs. Middleton, Saturday 29th June, 2013

We are pleased to announce that we are again sponsoring a Heywood Cricket Club match, this time vs. Middleton commencing at 1.30pm. The format is the same as before; please see previous posts. Please come and support your local club. With some new signings, the club are confident of a very successful season.

Annual race trip to Haydock Park, Saturday 6th July, 2013

The annual race trip to Haydock Park takes place on Saturday 6th July. See previous posts for details. Mark is running a savings scheme again.

Membership Renewals and AGM

This year the membership renewals and annual general meeting have been split. This is so that the AGM can take place without distractions. The membership renewal day is Saturday, 28th July at The Heywood commencing 2pm. Membership fees are the same as last year, i.e. £6 for adults and £3 for under 17s and over 60s. The AGM will take place on Saturday, 4th August at the same venue and time. Please note, memberships will not be taken on this day. Please email or text me if you have any queries.

Heywood Blues sponsor Heywood Cricket Club's game vs. Norden on Sunday 3rd June, 2012

Heywood Blues are sponsoring the Heywood Cricket Club match vs. Norden on Sunday 3rd June, 2012 starting at 1.30pm. Please come down and support the club which has undergone refurbishment recently including dedicating the enhanced patio to late Heywood Blues member Bob O'Keefe. We always have a great day and will be similar to last year's event against Rochdale. Please contact Mark or Mick for further details.

Annual Race Trip to Haydock Park, Saturday July 7th, 2012

The annual trip to Haydock Park takes place on July 7th. The format will be the same as previous years, please see previous posts. Mark is running a savings scheme again.

Supporters' Club Annual Dinner, Saturday 28th April, 2012

The annual dinner is coming up and it is on the weekend of the derby when, hopefully, we will be parading the Premier League Trophy! The dinner is a joint venture with City in the Community and will be held in a marquee at the stadium. Tickets are £45 and include, like before, a meal and a guest on the table. If you are interested, please see Mark or Mick. It will be a first-come, first-served basis as we have requested 9 places but demand is sure to be high.

Heywood Blues sponsor Heywood Cricket Club match vs Rochdale, Saturday, 23rd July, 2011

We are delighted to announce that we are again sponsoring a Heywood Cricket Club game, this season against Rochdale on Saturday the 23rd July, 2011. The match starts at 1.30pm and as usual refreshments will be served between innings. Cost will be approximately £20. Please contact Mark or Mick to book your place. Please come and support your local team.

Annual Race Trip - Haydock Park, Saturday 2nd July, 2011

The annual race trip is on Saturday 2nd July, 2011 for the Old Newton Cup and Lancashire Oaks meeting at Haydock Park. The itinerary will be similar to previous years where we have a breakfast at The Heywood and, on return, a hot buffet. Mark is again running a savings scheme.

Heywood Cricket Club Eve of Season Dinner, Friday 15th April, 2011

The eve of season dinner at Heywood Cricket Club is on Friday 15th April, 2011. Heywood Blues are again providing sponsorship for the club and members are invited to come along. Please contact us for your ticket. Don't forget, it's the semi the day after, that means you Horrocks!

Annual Supporters' Club Dinner, Friday February 11th, 2011

The annual supporters' club dinner is to be held at the stadium on Friday February 11th, 2011, the weekend of the Derby. The dinner is to be a tribute to Neil Young who has cancer. The ticket price is £35 with an option to pay £40 with the extra £5 going towards the Neil Young/Cancer charity.

There will be a 3-course meal and a speaker. Each table is made up of 9 members and a guest. Last year, because we had a number of dropouts, our table was denied a guest. This year, we have booked one table but can add extra numbers if people commit. Please see Mark or Mick to book your ticket. This wil need to be paid for 'up front'.

Sportsman's Evening - Friday 4th March, 2011

Heywood Blues have organised a sportsman's evening for Friday 4th March, 2011 in aid of the supporters' club. We have already secured the services of ex-referee Graham Poll as guest speaker and well-known comedian Frankie Allen. Tommy Booth has agreed to come along and we have also approached Colin Bell and Tony Book to come to what would be a truly exceptional evening. The venue is The Heywood Pub. Tickets are now on sale at £30 which includes a hot food buffet. Please note there is not at-seat service. There will be fund-raising events including a raffle and hopefully an auction of memorabilia. Over 18s only and smart dress code applies. Please contact Mick, Mark or Jacko for tickets.

Meetings - minutes

Here you will find minutes of the 2010 AGM held on the 10th July which includes details of the race trip, sponsorship of Heywood Cricket Club, important news about away tickets and details on coach travel.

HEYWOOD BLUES

MINUTES OF THE 2010 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE MANCHESTER CITY SUPPORTERS’ CLUB (1949) HEYWOOD BRANCH HELD ON SATURDAY JULY 10TH, 2010 AT THE HEYWOOD PUBLIC HOUSE


Chairman: Mr Mark Hutchinson
Committee present: Michael Johnson, Phil Weatherilt, Michael Horrocks, Neil Hutchinson, Barbara Whitehead

Meeting opened: 2.15pm

Chairman’s Opening Remarks.
The Chairman opened the meeting and welcomed members for attending.

Apologies received.
Gordon Kay, John Armstead.

Approval of the 2009 AGM Minutes.
Mark requested if anyone had any queries from last year’s AGM. There were none so the minutes were taken as being accurate.
Moved: Neil Hutchinson, Seconded: Mick Grogan

Treasurer’s Report.

Mark went through the accounts and said we had a good season making an overall transport loss of £48 on the previous season, which was better than the £60 last season. The redeeming factor once again was the raffle, which gained £1,096 which was well up on last season. Thanks were given to Barbara for the efficient running of the raffle yet again. The overall profit was £170.50 although Mark mentioned the loss on tickets and the 60th anniversary dinner. He said he would mention these later.
Moved: Neil Hutchinson, Seconded – Paul Needham

Membership report and PRO.

Mick did the membership report. He said numbers were up on last season, having 126 as opposed to 103 which was very good. Membership fees for this season are as last year; i.e. £5 adults and £2.50 juniors/OAPs. See Mick for your new cards if you haven’t yet got yours. He said that due to the merger of the Official Supporters’ Club and the Centenary Supporters’ Association, there is now only one supporters’ club recognised by the Club. They have set up a new website which is at http://www.mcfcsc.com/ and our page from the previous website has been moved there. We also have our own website at http://heywoodblues.blogspot.com/. Mick asked for any contributions to our website. If anyone has anything please see him after the meeting.
Moved: Neil Hutchinson, Seconded: Derek Eccles

Social report

We had a successful trip to Haydock Park races when 29 members went. Mark thanked Justin and Sharon for the breakfast before and the food upon our return. This is now an annual event. Also, we have sponsored Heywood Cricket Club to the tune of £500. We are again sponsoring the first team home match which this year is v. Walsden on the Saturday 31st July. It is around £18 per head. Mark mentioned the 60th Anniversary Dinner which was a great success except the loss on tickets. We ordered 2 tables of 9 but only 11 people went and subsequently, we didn’t get our celebrity who was to have been David White. The loss was £280.
Moved: Neil Hutchinson, Seconded: Phil Weatherilt

Transport.

Mark had not yet got the prices from Rothwells but expected them to be similar to last year hopefully. Mark mentioned that as we are in Europe again, is it feasible to run a big coach to the home games bearing in mind we lost £660 in the last European campaign. It was agreed that this will be looked at after the first home game. Mention was made about the time the coach leaves which has been 1½ hours before the game for a long time. With there being more traffic, should we go earlier or go a different route. Phil Wev changed the route for the last few games to go down Lightbowne Road which was a quicker way than going down Queens Road. We can’t really leave earlier for night games but it was suggested on weekend games, we might go earlier. This will be looked at after the first weekend game. Mention was made about what benefit members have if non-members get on the coach. It was pointed out that members always have priority and non-members would have to get off if there was no room. A flyer will be given out at the first game stating this.
Moved: Michael Johnson, Seconded: Neil Thorp

Ticket Allocations.

Mark spoke at length regarding the number of tickets ordered for away games but not paid for by people who cried off. We lost at least £584 as noted in the statement of accounts and he has a pile of unused tickets at home including seven for the last game at West Ham. He pointed out that none of the people who owed money were at the meeting. The system last year didn’t really work and so a proposal was made that a £50 bond be paid before the start of the season i.e. 14th August, refundable at the end of the season if all tickets for tickets ordered through the club had
been paid for. If a person did not go to a match, the bond would be used for that ticket. People could still go on the coach if they got their own tickets. Also, if anyone ordered a ticket and couldn’t go, the ticket can only be passed to another member of the club or, if not a member, that person has to join.
Moved: Neil Hutchinson, Seconded – Michael Johnson

Re-election of officers:
This was forgotten.

ANY OTHER BUSINESS:

Bob O’Keefe thanked the committee for their sterling efforts over the last 12 months.

Mark mentioned that the supporters’ club is supporting an appeal in Sierra Leone, the world’s second poorest country, to provide a minibus and football kit to a football team set up. Any donations should be through the club. Further details are on the supporters’ club website.

There being no other business Mark closed the meeting at 3.10pm.

Number of members present: approx 35.

Annual General Meeting 2010

The 2010 Annual General Meeting has been arranged for Saturday July the 10th at 2pm at The Heywood Pub. Please spread the word.