Issue - meetings

Susan Clark gave a verbal presentation regarding the grant funding application for the Baldock Young at Heart Club.

Susan Clark gave a verbal presentation regarding the grant funding application for the Baldock Young at Heart Club.

Susan Clark advised that the Club, which was formerly known as the Baldock Senior Citizens’ Club, had started over 30 years ago and met in the Baldock Community Centre.  It had 20 or so members, and had recently attempted to attract new members through articles in local publications.

Susan Clark stated that the Club charged £8 a year membership and £2 per meeting for members and £3 per meeting for non-members.   Due to declining membership and finances, the Club had started to meet on a monthly (rather than the previous weekly) basis.  The Club was hoping to reduce costs by meeting in a smaller room at the Community Centre, but wished to revert back to more regular (possibly fortnightly) gatherings, in order to be more attractive for potential new members.  The grant request was for £500 was to assist with venue hire, publicity costs and entertainment costs.

After some questions and answers, the Chairman thanked Susan Clark for her presentation.