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Firstly may we apologise to the caravan dwellers who’s sites were closed by this date and were consequently unable to attend.


Provisional Minutes (until approved at the next AGM)


Attending were 8 committee, 7 members, 2 juniors and 1 visitor.


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1/. Apologies for absence received from: Paul Murtha, Don Brown,

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2/. Minutes of the last Annual General Meeting had been circulated to members before the meeting. They were proposed correct by Mike Downes and seconded by Dylan Roberts.


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3/. Matters arising from the minutes. None


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4/. Chairman’s report (Published in the November 2008 Newsletter)

Steve covered: Safety at Penrhos, The Bring and Fly which was a great success. Thanks to Dylan for inviting the show pilots. Thanks to Mike for organising the big money earners; food, raffle and tombola.

Possible improvements to the facilities at Penrhos flying field.

His ideas lead to a discussion with mixed views on the ideas and alternative suggestions. As there is a lack of respect for the existing facilities and equipment we questioned if improved facilities would by looked after any better.


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5/. Treasurer’s report and balance sheet.

Malcolm presented a year end statement of Income and expenditure which showed a deficit of £457.97 which was due to the increased grass cutting charges carried over from the previous year caused by the 2007 Wakestock mud.

The Bring and Fly returned a profit of £676.00.

The total monetary asset of the Club is £4133.74

The expense of £240.41 on club trainers led to some discussion on their usefulness.

Acceptance of the Report was proposed by Steve Dorling and seconded by Dylan Roberts.


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6/. Membership Fees for 2009

The chairman proposed an increase of £5.00 to the membership fee.

After discussion we voted not to increase the fees. (6 for and 7 against).

(We are informed that the BMFA do not intend any increase for next year.)


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7/. Election of Officers for 2009

For once there were nominations for some of the positions which required voting.

Chairman:

Steve Dorling proposed Frank Pilling seconded Malcolm Mackley votes 7

Dylan Roberts proposed Adrian Munnery seconded Pete Ferguson votes 6

(This was following a recount when both candidates had received 7 votes each but a Junior Member had voted)

Vice Chairman:

Mike Downes proposed Max Lloyd seconded Walter Tonks votes 11

Jose Nunes proposed Steve Dorling seconded Dylan Roberts ) no vote taken

Frank Pilling proposed Steve Dorling seconded Pete Ferguson ) no vote taken


Treasurer Malcolm was willing to continue and was accepted unanimously.


Secretary Max was willing to continue and was accepted unanimously. (Max pointed out that as a visitor he was not as in touch with the happenings on the Lleyn as he felt the Club secretary should be. He requested a local “apprentice” who could take over in the future).


Safety Officer:

Walter Tonks proposed Dylan Roberts seconded Max Lloyd ) we agreed to

Adrian Munnery proposed Malcolm Mackley seconded Mike Downes ) have both


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Committee Members:Dylan Roberts: and Frank Pilling were accepted by all.