Thursday 11-02-2021 - 19:56

Hey Cocktail Lovers!

Here are the minutes from our Annual General Meeting on 11/02/2021 for those who missed the event and want to know any changes that will be made in the society in 2021/2022:

1. Welcome and introductions

• Each committee member introduced themselves and briefly outlined their role.

2. Attendance and apologies

• No apologies as all committee members present.

3. Matters arising from the previous AGM

• • No pending/past matters to discuss.

4. President’s report regarding the society’s achievements over the last year:

• Statement in regard to COVID-19, events and achievements are not what they wanted when to be and apologised.
• Held 2 in person training sessions before COVID-19 rules changed and continued to try and engage society in online training sessions.
• Large push towards charity events – Mind cocktail session, 2800 Squats in February, 27 27 Mind fundraiser.
• Try to continue with enjoyable, engaging online events for the rest of the year.

5. Treasurer’s report regarding society finances

• Lots of funds in the account due to minimal expenditures this year
• Replenished equipment and glassware at the beginning of the year
• Lots of funds to put towards next years events

6. Approval of amendments to the society constitution including committee positions

• Voted to keep all roles, as they work well

7. Any other business

• Discussion with members about decreasing membership from £7 to £5, members voted in favour of this.
• This is due to COVID-19 limiting events for foreseeable future therefore we believe the price should reflect what we can currently offer.
• New committee will discuss the price decrease.
• Any other comments about what the society can do differently or does well welcomed by president, no further comments