Livingston F.C. OSC
Committee meeting 25th September 2006
Committee members present
Chairman - George Copland
Secretary - George Cummings
Treasurer - Alexander Clark (Sugar)
Travel Convener - Jacky Clark
Social Conveners - Faye Cooper, Richard Sneddon
Apologies from Alexander Williams again, who was working, Julie Heggie and Susan Clarkson, who were both unwell.
The chairman opened the meeting at 7.05, and welcomed those present.
The secretary read the minutes from the last committee meeting, these were proposed as correct by Faye Cooper, and seconded by Richard Sneddon.
Business arising from the minutes
Sugar said that two cheques from LFC, for £55 and £437.27, had been received and banked.
The secretary said that he had picked up the musical instruments from Donald McDonald.
Richard said that a 'Doll Diary' would be starting soon, and would uniquely have 12 months of 31 days, to raise extra funds.
Secretary's report
The secretary gave his report stating that, letters had been sent out to, Donald McDonald, LFC, and LFL Trust.
Resulting in, instruments now picked up, cheque received from LFC, and LFL would be sending their representative(s) to our meeting on Sunday 1st October.
The chairman said that he had spoken to Maurice Smith and that LFC will send someone along to our meeting, to answer any questions re. the new pay at the gate prices, in relation to season ticket prices.
Richard had to leave at this point, as he had been asked to referee a match tonight.
Treasurer's report
Sugar gave his report showing a balance of £1695.37.
The 21 Goal sweep had been won by Gus the Bus, a new one had started and there are 97 in at the moment, but will be trying for more on Saturday.
The race night had made a profit of £431.
Jacky asked the treasurer for £30 for the Halloween Fun night, and with him being in a good mood, he said yes.
Social report
Faye gave her report, including the race night being enjoyed by all who attended. Stovies made with roast beef will be served at the Halloween Fun night.
Tickets for the 60s/70s night going on sale in November, menu still to be decided.
There were no questions for the social.
Membership secretary's report
The chairman reported that we had 54 adult members, which is still up on this time last year, and now 6 juniors.
Any other business
The chairman ran through the agenda for Sunday's general meeting, 1. Quick welcome from chairman, 2. LFL Trust questions,
3. Livi FC rep, 4. Minutes from last general meeting, 5. Secretary's report, 6. Treasurer's report, 7. Social report, 8. Membership Secretary's report, 9. Any Other Business.
Faye said that Alex Williams had phoned her with an idea for a half time 'training assault course'. It was felt, by all present, that it would be better if Alex could be here personally
to run this idea through, rather than from a third party.
Jacky said that the Lions Den bar will continue to be open before away games, for travellers on the buses, as long as it is being used.
A discussion took place with regard to Gordon Mackie's resignation from his post as LSA spokesperson. It was felt that there was no urgent need for an LSA meeting at the moment.
Faye had been in touch with Wullie Dunn and is hoping to meet him in person to discuss a local 'Secret Santa' charity.
Next committee meeting will be arranged after Sunday's General Meeting.
The chairman closed the meeting at 8.30 pm.
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Livingston F.C.OSC
Committee meeting 21st August 2006
Committee members present
Chairman - George Copland
Secretary - George Cummings
Treasurer - Alexander Clark (Sugar)
Travel Convener - Jacky Clark
Social Conveners - Faye Cooper, Richard Sneddon
General Members - Susan Clarkson
Apologies from Alexander Williams, who was at an LFL Trust meeting, Julie Heggie and John Logan were both on holidays.
The chairman opened the meeting at 7.12 welcomed everyone, and said that Dov would be joining us later to discuss the website.
The secretary read the minutes from the last committee meeting, these were proposed as correct by Jacky Clark, and seconded by Susan Clarkson.
Business arising from the minutes
The secretary said that the minutes from the meeting with Bert Moorhouse had been sent to the LSA as requested, who had thanked us for them.
The chairman said that Bert had been in touch thanking us for responding and he would be in touch again in the future.
Faye said that the charity money had not yet been received from The Club, but she should be getting a cheque from Paul Mitchell soon.
At this point Dov entered and explained about the website, and that any updates can be done fairly quickly after contacting him by phone.
He also talked about the membership forms available online and agreed to a few alterations. Dov then left with the thanks of the meeting for this information.
Secretary's report
The secretary's details on The Club site had now been updated.
The LSA had been in touch with three questions for The OSC with regard to the 'Friday Football Trial'.
After a discussion on this it was agreed that our response was, 1 No, 2 Not in favour, 3 Surprised if a success, not in favour.
There were no questions for the secretary.
Treasurer's report
Sugar gave his report showing a balance of £1051.34.
Slight losses on buses so far due to these being longer distances, (Dingwall and Ayr). Should improve with the next one being to Dundee this week.
The 21 Goal sweep starts this week and there are 79 in at the moment.
There were no questions for the treasurer.
Social report
Faye gave her report, including that Allison Ross had agreed that we could provide nibbles on the tables for the race night.
November's games night has been cancelled due a lack of response from the members.
Childrens Christmas party, cancelled due to lack of suitably aged members.
There were no questions for the social.
Membership secretary's report
The chairman reported that we had 48 adult members, which is 9 up on this time last year, and 4 juniors.
Any other business
Susan said that she was disgusted by the West Stand fans around her, with regard to the drums and swearing in chants
Susan will be writng to Vivien Kyles.
Richard asked about the disabled shelter. LFL Trust to be asked to the next general meeting to answer questions on this and other matters involving the Trust.
Jacky read out an email from John Abbott, about the musical intruments. Donald McDonald to be written to requesting the return of these.
Jacky gave a copy receipt for £55 to the secretary to write to Diane Blair at The Club to seek payment of this as agreed by Vivien Kyles.
This was for the Henry Rintoul Trophy.
Next general meeting arranged for Sunday 1st October, at 2 pm, bar open from 1 pm. Secretary to arrange with The Club.
Next committee meeting arranged for 25th September 7pm.
The chairman closed the meeting at 8.54 pm.
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Livingston F.C.OSC
Committee meeting 24th July 2006
Committee members present
Chairman - George Copland
Vice Chair - Julie Heggie
Secretary - George Cummings
Treasurer - Alexander Clark (Sugar)
Travel Convener - Jacky Clark
Social Convener - Faye Cooper
General Members - Susan Clarkson, John Logan
Apologies from Alexander Williams, who was up in Elgin watching the team.
George Copland opened the meeting at 7.02 and welcomed everyone, including the new and returning members of this years committee.
Business arising from the AGM minutes
It was mentioned that Colin McDonald had also left before the start of the AGM.
The AGM will be moved, to the first or last weekend in May next year.
After a discussion, it was decided that the 'Childline' money is going to be sent to a local 'Secret Santa' charity.
It was confirmed that there will be no refunds, on tickets that have been purchased for OSC events. As this often leaves the club out of pocket, and we have to refuse others tickets for a 'sold out' night.
AGM minutes proposed by Faye and seconded by Sugar.
George Copland passed out minutes from the meeting held, on 25/04/06 with Bert Moorhouse on sectarianism within Scottish football. These were disussed and agreed by those that were at the meeting to be an accurate account of it. A copy will be sent to the LSA.
Livingston F.C. require written confirmation from us before they will change secretary's details on their website. this will be done.
No Secretary's report as George Cummings just newly appointed.
Treasurer's report, given by Sugar showing a balance of £1289.44 at 24th July 2006. No questions.
Social report, given by Faye, date for Race night is 9th September. Trying to get sponsors for this and other events is proving difficult. Going to approach Robbo to try and get players to turn up at events this season.
Travel report, given by Jacky. Sharing busses with 'The Gus Bus' this season, still contact Jacky if you want to travel. Two busses (or more) will be laid on as and when required.
Any Other Business.
The huge OSC flag is hopefully going to be displayed this season behind the goals in the South stand at Almondvale.
It was agreed that the minutes from committee meetings and club meetings will be displayed on the club website, at www.liviosc.co.uk
It was also pointed out that the club forum is now up and running at www.livioscforum.com Thanks to OSCAdmin for both.
Next committee meeting 21st August 7.00 Lions Den.
The Chairman closed the meeting at 8.26.