SHOALHAVEN HEADS MEN'S SHED INC.
MINUTES OF GENERAL MEETING HELD AT THE SHED
ON MONDAY 2ND NOVEMBER 2009
President Graham opened the meeting at 12.30 p.m.
Present: As per the attendance book - 18 members.
Apologies: Ray Harlow, Don Pollock, Ken Merrifield, P. Bounds, C. Tipping, T. Aspin and A. McAusland.
The Secretary reminded members at the meeting that as this Shed is an incorporated body, apologies should not be given unless the member has received personal representation for this non-attendance.
Minutes: It was moved by B. Owens, seconded B. Molyneux, that the minutes of the previous meeting, as circulated, be confirmed. CARRIED
Matters Arising from the Minutes: Nil.
Correspondence In:
1. Integral Energy - Reply to our letter of compliance.
2. Card from K. Merrifield - on holidays.
3. Cliff Tipping - suggestions as follows: -
1) Renting of Myna Bird Traps - Considered impracticable as there is barely enough room to make them, let alone store;
2) Entice new members - This is the province of every member to introduce others to our Shed, remembering that we have a 50 ceiling;
3) Run skill classes - This has been brought up so many times. President Graham has repeatedly said that he would teach anyone who is keen to learn on any power tool. Signs in the workshop warn members not to use any equipment unless Graham approves;
4) Community jobs - Skilled member to take learner for instruction;
5) Barbecue equipment list for jobs - A checklist has been in use for some two years now.
Correspondence Out:
1. Berry Men's Shed - letter of thanks.
It was moved by J. Davis, seconded R. Steingrube, that Correspondence In be received and Out be endorsed. CARRIED
Business Arising from Correspondence: See 3. C. Tipping (above)
REPORTS
Treasurer In the absence of K. Merrifield there was no formal report. The Secretary reported on the Bowling Club Market Day result.
Shed Manager Once again Claude pleaded with the members to clean up after themselves, clear benches and get rid of rubbish before closing up on Wednesday. He did, however, comment that the kitchen was being well looked after and tidy.
Project Manager Ray will try to get the book cleaned up by the next month. There are still a few jobs to do.
Myna Bird Traps Bill Owens reported that he has taken numerous orders and is battling to keep up with them. He needs help and he needs it very soon.
Christmas Motifs May be erected on poles as from 1st December 2009.
Equipment Officer reports we have a new jointer and it is NOT to be used without Graham's presence. We also have an extractor made up by Nelson.
Fund Raising officer reports that he is going to meeting at Bunnings on 17th November and will be accompanied by Graham. Everything is in hand for Saturday 7th November with the Shed Members Stall Day.
Nelson has made up a stainless steel warming rack to fit on the large barbecue together with a windbreak. Chef John Davis has given them the seal of approval. Nelson's wife has also made up two Bunny dolls or rabbits to raffle this Saturday. A letter of thanks will be forwarded.
GENERAL BUSINESS
The Secretary advised that a Get Well card will be forwarded to Cliff Chambers and has requested signatures. Secretary also asked members to please adhere to the correct procedure for recording or purchasing materials. Nelson has requested a leather apron be purchased. APPROVED
Trailer - has been donated by Brad Burrows and delivered to the Shed by John Davis. Ray Plumb will take this in hand.
R.S.L. - has requested use of our barbecues and small hot water urn on Sunday 15th November - they will supply the gas. APPROVED
Signs - It is suggested that we have signs at each end of the Park. We will seek Council approval.
There being no further General Business the meeting closed at 1.25 p.m.
The next meeting will be held on Monday 7th December.
Barbecue - promptly at 11.30 a.m.
Meeting - not before 12.30 p.m.
