The 1st & 2nd XVs and Colts all won their leagues, with the 1st XV moving up to Level 5. He thanked our DOR Pete G., all our Captains and the Coaching team for their efforts.

The Juniors won all 3 Bucks Cups and Mini Rugby continues to thrive. Huw thanked Rob Elms for all his efforts as he steps down to be succeeded by Ryan Westmacott and Rob Gaskell.

Huw then outlined some key changes. Molly P. has taken over as Bar Manager while LSK is handling our catering. The split allows a better understanding of costs which we will keep under constant review.

We have refurbished the bar, renewing the cellar and pipework being the main achievement. We have started a programme of essential repairs which will cost c. £28k. Richard B. is managing this along with our continued investment in our grounds. RB does an enormous amount of critical work for the Club and his help is absolutely vital. Going forward we face new challenges with tougher rugby and extra costs.

Our Centenary celebrations may provide opportunities to increase our resources. In closing Huw thanked the Exec. Committee with a special thankyou to Jennie C. for all her input on sponsorship, events and merchandise. She steps down at the end of October to be replaced by Ruth Brockett. Huw also thanked the Trustees and our President, Peter Kenyon.

Item 4: Financial Statement

Chris T. reviewed the key numbers, noting a small deficit of £1.9k he explored the main movements in income and expenditure. We ended the year with a cash balance of £93k. The 2024/25 Budget reflects a surplus of £1.3k which will be driven by an increase in subs collection and improving sponsorship income. The financial statement and method of accounting for the coming year were approved unanimously.

Item 5: Election of Officers and Trustees

The list of nominees had been previously displayed in the Clubhouse. There were no other nominations. It was noted Ross B. has stepped down to be replaced by Chris Tavender. The nominees were elected en bloc unanimously.

Item 6: Subscriptions and other proposals

The Committee proposed an overall increase in subs of c. 2.3%. This was approved unanimously.

Item7: Proposals for Vice Presidents and Honorary Members

It was proposed that John Templeton and Ross Bugden be elected as Vice Presidents. This was agreed unanimously. Phil Bowden will be offered Honorary Membership.
Item8. A.O.B. Huw announced that Chris McCombie is President of Bucks RFC.

The Centenary

Peter O. updated the meeting on our Centenary plans /programme. There will be a range of Centenary merchandise. We will set up a centenary fund.

HT explained RFU funding at Level 5.

David Choules proposed a vote of thanks to Huw for his huge contribution. Agreed by All.

There being no other business Huw closed the meeting.

Ralph Hayward
Hon. Sec.
21/8/24

Distribution: All Members.