Subscription income has improved over 95/96 and with one possible exception, represented a complete return on that expected. Despite an increase in the cost of indoor nets to members, we were unable to cover the unjustifiably large increase, which FGSC has made to the cost of the indoor nets. The loss was not dramatic but in the past net costs have usually been covered. I can find no record that we have paid for the outdoor nets!Match fees however covered the cost of hiring the Barton cricket pitch, on a total much reduced on the previous years.

50 club income was significantly improved and all credit must be given to the assistant treasurer for all his hard work in ensuring that this functioned so well. We should remember that the 50 club is vital to the survival of the club.

Interest received on the club's accounts is once again a marginal sum.

Expenditure on kit was very much of the order expected and I anticipate it will not reduce much in the next financial year.

MCCC continues to provide good value, particularly in terms of insurance where they seem always to find the best 'deal'.

Club reserves have risen by 12% over the last 4 years (including the 95/96 loss) and I therefore propose that all fees for the coming season remain as for 96/97.'

7/10/98

PJF thanked members for their continued support especially former players who retained their numbers and those players who purchased several numbers.

Some games already arranged for 1998 including Swynnerton on April 12th, 2 games against Sutton 3rds, 1 at Gnosall, 2 against Beaudesert and 1 at Tamworth. A game in Belgium was proposed probably at Whit Bank Holiday this was to be discussed and confirmed at the next meeting.

Ross was tasked with getting all the details and sending them out prior to the next meeting.

The results for the season were won 4, drew 3 and lost the rest. The spirit was good, the batting had improved and with the exception of Gnosall and Barton we had not been 'rolled over' as much this season. Abbots Bromley was mentioned as an excellent game. Saul Shohet had kept wicket well. The change to playing more 40 overs games was welcomed and it was noted that it would be a good idea to play with limits on the number of overs for bowlers, especially against Beaudesert. There were one or two things that had been identified and could be worked on in the nets.

Expenditure for the forthcoming year should be less and will be discussed further at the next meeting. It was agreed that a club clock should be purchased.

Fixtures Secretary : PETE GARDNER : Proposed MP, Seconded CR.