SHOALHAVEN HEADS MEN'S SHED
MINUTES OF THE GENERAL MEETING HELD AT THE SHED ON
1ST AUGUST 2011.
President Bill opened the meeting at 12 noon and welcomed Past President G. Russell back to the Shed after his discharge from Hospital.
Present: As per the Attendance Book - 13 members.
Apologies: K. Merrifield, R. Tilley
Minutes of the Previous Meeting. Moved by A. Foster, seconded R. Stewart, that the minutes as circulated be confirmed. CARRIED
Matters Arising from the Minutes:
" Notice Board - Finished, sealed and to be placed on wall.
" Gutters - R. Steingrube.
" Arboretum Request - G. Russell and B. Molyneux to measure and quote.
Correspondence In:
1. Andrew McAusland - Resignation.
2. Shoalhaven Heads Community Centre - Thank You letter.
3. Pamela Tearle - Thank You note.
4. Cliff Pennells - Thank You letter.
5. Shoalhaven City Council - Public Liability.
It was moved by B. Molyneux, seconded by J. Cook, that Correspondence In be received and Out be endorsed. CARRIED
REPORTS President Bill is pleased with the members' continued support for our current projects.
Treasurer. Secretary Alan circulated the Treasurer's Statement in Ken's absence.
Shed Manager. Ben reported that the timber has all been removed from the trailer and stored in the storeroom. Sorting is continuing in the workshop and should be finished very soon, thanks to Joe, Ken, Bill and Les.
Tool Maintenance. Graham Russell reported to the meeting that he has not been cleared by the medical officers to return to full duties but would be able to assist Ben Patten as advisor. Ben reports that he is currently sorting duplicate tools for sale in September.
Fund Raising. Allan Foster reports that he will talk to the Primary School Anniversary Celebration Coordinator regarding the barbecue we will run on that date. More information is required and timing is important. A team will also be required for this day.
Preschool Fete. Secretary Alan related to the meeting what the Preschool intends to provide - suggestions that we have chopping blocks made up, mirrors framed and tools for sale. A family hamper raffle will be run as well. A. Webb to attend and organise So far three bottles of wine, a chopping board and two brand new knives professionally sharpened are in the hamper but more is needed to build it up. Please look in your pantry to see if anything could be added.
Secretary advises that Annual Subscriptions are now due - $10.
Project Manager Ray reports that the workbook is now up to date with the exception of Preschool jobs. Workbook jobs completed are
289 Angela donation $5 291 Noela Stevens donation $20
292 Tearle donation $60 293 Blakely donation $20
Receipts have been issued for the above donations.
It was moved by B. Patten, seconded J. Cook, that the reports be received. CARRIED
GENERAL BUSINESS
1. It was moved by I. Brayshaw, seconded A. Foster, that machine room stationary equipment, where possible and practical, be plugged into wall power point. CARRIED
2. It was moved by B. Molyneux, seconded I. Brayshaw, that a letter be forwarded to Origin Energy regarding Shed supply inlet with a copy to Gareth Ward. CARRIED
There being no further business, President Bill closed the meeting at 1.30 p.m.
The next meeting will be held on Monday 5th September 2011 - BARBECUE 11 a.m. and MEETING 12 noon.
Next visit by Clelland Lodge and R.S.L. - Tuesday 26th August 1.30 p.m. at the Shed - members are asked to help with our visitors.
