THE DRIVE BOWLING CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING
MINUTES OF THE DRIVE BOWLING CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING
HELD AT CLUBHOUSE ON THURSDAY 4TH JULY 2024 at 10:30
APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE AND ATTENDEES
Apologies – Roger Johns, Kate Johns, Susan Gorman, Kathy Dixon, Carol Rushton, Steve Rayner, Jane Cummings, Chris Heath.
Attendees – Sue Newton, David Sanders, Derek Budde, Andrew Dixon, Mark Ireland.
MINUTES OF LAST MEETING
These were agreed as a correct record.
MATTERS ARISING
DS had obtained an estimate for the balcony floor.
SR was to investigate the purchase of a sail flag for the club
Seating tables for outside still to be investigated.
Proposal that DS spray the Green and purchase machinery required. Health and Safety issues were discussed and David Sanders agreed to proceed.
TREASURSER’S REPORT (David Sanders)
In the C/A there is £21,000 and in the S/A £63,500. Financial and development plans for the future to be discussed.
AD reported that £18,000 was due by the end of August 2024 plus another £18,000 within the next few months. This will conclude the garden sales which have been agreed. One half garden will remain in the possession of the Drive BC.
Thanks to AD for his work involving the above sales.
AD thanked The Drive BC for supporting the Well Being of Women charity.
Thanks also to AD for his generosity on the day.
CLUB SUMMER CAPTAIN’S REPORT (Carol Rushton)
Summary of May and June’s friendly matches.
17 on the fixture card, won 9, lost 5, 3 cancelled home matches with Vicarage, Burgess Hill and Peacehaven.
Shots for 1036, against 921(=+115)
Of the 9 matches won, 8 were home and 1 away (Popes Mead on carpet)
Of the 5 matches lost 1 was home (Southwick Park) and 4 away.
Incidentally, there was a very uneven spread of home and away matches in May and June; 12 home and 5 away.
Also, June is very busy with 10 matches in 30 days (+2 social matches) all other months each have only 7 matches in 31 days. This uneven spread made June absolutely manic at times this year as there were also far more club bowlers successfully going forward in counties, nationals and Gladys/Edward Rowland which in itself is wonderful news. So onward for the remaining three months of the summer calendar.
Thanks to Steve and Sue for great support on and off the rinks
N.B. Carol Rushton is unable to be present for the Captain v President match due to an important family gathering.
CLUB COMPETITIONS SECRETARY’S REPORT (Mark Ireland)
Nothing further to report.
UPDATE ON FIXTURES (Jane Cummings)
No further information.
GENERAL UPDATE ON BAR/BUILDING/GARDEN WORKS (Derek Budde)
Unfortunately, work has had to be cancelled due to incorrect materials but will continue on the 5th July.
Building works – further estimates to be sought regarding balcony repairs.
COUNTY MATTERS (Kate Johns and Roger Johns)
KJ reported: Although we had a number of individual players entering various county competitions unfortunately, at varying stages we have now all been knocked out.
The Drive entered Top Club which we lost to Henfield in the second round. The Drive has also entered the Double Rink competition which starts on July 4th against Pagham. The Drive B team are through to the third round of the Gladys Rowland competition against Horsham Park to be played by 21st July.
RJ reported: N/A
LEAGUE MATTERS (David Sanders/Hove, Carol Rushton/BH+D Ladie’s, Derek Budde/BH+D Men’s, Steve Rayner/Nicholas Soames)
Hove (DS): League not started yet, matches to be finalised.
BH+D (DB): Men’s League, currently we are second in the league prior to Tuesday’s match. There are two games left. One away at Lancing and one home to Mackie.
BH+D(CR): Played 4 matches (out of 12)
Points for =14 and against =16, so about middle of the table (of 7 clubs)
Good shot difference with for =140 and against = 117
Good interest from our players with distinct difference with home bowlers and away bowlers but it seems to work.
Pleased that a new member Deborah O’Donovan is taking
NS (SR): Last game at BH, still waiting for final results and league table. We are possibly top, more likely runner up. Overall successful with new members contributing Meirion, Oliver and Nigel.
part.
UPDATE ON SOCIAL EVENTS (Kathy Dixon)
DS to send a global email reminding members of forthcoming events.
AOB
Spraying of the green (dealt with already).
Information noted about Bowling holidays.
Purchase and installation of fridge discussed and agreement to proceed .DB and SG to liaise. It was agreed that it must be frost free.
TIME AND DATE OF NEXT MEETING
The meeting closed at 11:50
The next meeting will be Thursday 1st August at 10:30
THE DRIVE BOWLING CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING
MINUTES OF THE DRIVE BOWLING CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING
HELD AT CLUBHOUSE ON THURSDAY 6TH JUNE 2024 at 10:30
APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE AND ATTENDEES
Apologies – Roger Johns
Attendees – Sue Newton (SN), Kathy Dixon (KD), Mark Ireland (MI), Derek Budde (DB), Jane Cummings (JC), David Sanders (DS), Steve Rayner (SR), Carol Rushton (CR), Susan Gorman (SG), Andrew Dixon (AD)
MINUTES OF LAST MEETING
These were agreed as a correct record
MATTERS ARISING
DB reported that Premier Windows have been chosen to replace the balcony doors (£3000+).
DS reported that a quote is being obtained regarding replacing the balcony flooring, in order to keep the building water-tight and free of damp.
DB said that the paper is hanging off the wall in the ladies’ changing room and needs to be pulled off, its an eyesore.
DB reminded all that the fencing will be replaced during the week of 17th June and that no bowling during the day will be allowed, evenings only.
The new water fountain has already been use and was much appreciated.
SR will investigate (Sale Flags) a banner for the club
The committee will continue to investigate seating/tables that can be use easily by everyone.
TREASURSER’S REPORT (David Sanders)
Currently we have 21K in the current account and 63K in the savings account
AD reported about the garden lease sale. Number 8 have paid the deposit and will pay the remainder in August. Number 2 will pay 18K for the garden, pollard the trees and clear the rubbish. Numb er 12 have not replied but when they get a new tenant or try to sell the club will remind them that they will not be allowed to use the part of the garden that belongs to the club. The water meter is still on the land now belonging to number 2 but we have right of access.
CLUB SUMMER CAPTAIN’S REPORT (Carol Rushton)
CR reported that we have played 8 friendly games, winning 5.
There has been lots of interest in the games, and teams have been changed when necessary.
Burgess Hill will be bringing 3 triples to our game, it was agreed to go ahead.
CLUB COMPETITIONS SECRETARY’S REPORT (Mark Ireland)
MI reported that the lists are all on the board, ahead of schedule. There are three weeks between roun ds. Numbers taking part are up 11%. The money collected doesn’t cover the cost of engraving.
UPDATE ON FIXTURES (Jane Cummings)
JC has still to contact Newhaven and New Cross, also Horsham. Next year no matches are to be arranged on Tuesday, due to Ladies’ League and Men’s League matches.
GENERAL UPDATE ON BAR/BUILDING/GARDEN WORKS (Derek Budde)
It was agreed that we need a regular gardener, SG will forward Josh’s details to DB and investigate getting someone in to use Qualjex biocide to spray on the green, the club could buy the machine needed (DS to investigate machine).
DB has given the club a new Henry hoover (downstairs).
SG to continue investigating fridge/freezer replacement/s after getting opinion from social team.
COUNTY MATTERS (Kate Johns and Roger Johns)
KJ reported: all fours, senior fours and triples have been knocked out. They have played against some strong opposition, We still have 3 teams in the County Pairs. Top Club will be away on 22nd June at Henfield, Gladys Rowland will be at home in the second round. Ladies have been playing in County matches against other Counties.
RJ reported: the senior four team have been given a walkover and will be in the area final on 9th July. Maria and David Sanders are still in the mixed fours. The Edward Rowland game is tonight, DB has played in County matches against other Counties.
LEAGUE MATTERS (David Sanders/Hove, Carol Rushton/BH+D Ladie’s, Derek Budde/BH+D Men’s, Steve Rayner/Nicholas Soames)
Hove (DS): We got through to the final, losing to Woodingdean but beating Rottingdean. Club won £30 which has been donated to our charity day. DS and Simon Wigdor have chosen the teams for the first two matches, we are in it to win it.
BH+D (CR): The first match is Monday 10th June, at home to Southwick Park (date/time moved at request of Southwick Park)
BH+D (DB): 4 out of 6 teams are on 20 points, he has suggested playing 18 ends and that has been accepted by opponents.
NS (SR): 2 away games, won 1 lost 1. It is used as a way of introducing new player/bowlers to competitive bowling in a supported way.
UPDATE ON SOCIAL EVENTS (Kathy Dixon)
Roy Holm Cup all sorted, KD has organised her team. Choc ice cream is in the freezer. There are 39 people taking part, CR is sorting out the teams and Roy is providing top rink prizes. The club draw will take place on the day.
The charity day needs more names, AD is helping to organise by providing the tea. Bowling will start at 2:30 with tea at 4pm.
AOB
SG reported on Bowls Bash training she had undertaken from BE, but it was agreed that the Sunday morning sessions are enough.
The committee expressed their sorrow that Ann Steward will be unable to collect her earned County badge as she is physically unable to bowl outdoors at the moment.
TIME AND DATE OF NEXT MEETING
The meeting closed at 12;20
The next meeting will be Thursday 4th July at 10:30
THE DRIVE BOWLING CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING
AGENDA OF THE DRIVE BOWLING CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING
TO BE HELD AT CLUBHOUSE ON THURSDAY 2nd MAY 2024 at 10:30
Attendees – Derek Budde, Jane cummings, Sue Newton, David Sandes, Marek Ireland, Kate Johns, Roger Johns, Steve Rayner, Kathy Dixon
MINUTES OF LAST MEETING
Agreed as a correct record. SG to ask Chris to not put the minutes on the website until after the meeting has approved them.
MATTERS ARISING
The balcony doors are leaking and causing problems below, a firm is coming in next week to give a quote for new doors. After discussion it was agreed that we need some advice regarding the maintenance of the balcony and the clubhouse in general
TREASURSER’S REPORT (David Sanders)
We currently have 22K in the current account and 63K in the savings account. We have been selling off the garden land linked to the houses in the mews and have received or are in the process of receiving 18K from numbers 4 and 6, 15K from number 10, 18K from numbers 2/2A and 8. This had been at no cost to The Drive. The owner of house number 12 has not responded to any correspondence and owes money for the lease, all in hand. The monies collected from the sale has been put into a savings account and will be used for future development work at the club
CLUB SUMMER CAPTAIN’S REPORT (Carol Rushton)
CR send in her report, as follows:
We had 2 fixtures against Southwick in late April - we won 75-66 at home but the away match was cancelled due to rain/saturated pitch.
I thought the Opening of the Green day went very well from all aspects and was a success for our sponsors to see.
Plenty of our bowlers are signing up for matches and I know that most are also using the website for info. Steve and I have arranged that he takes Captain's responsibility for a couple of matches - Sue is going to 'shadow' me for the Home V Preston match on Sunday 26/5/24 to get the general idea too.
CLUB WINTER FINAL CAPTAINS’ REPORT (David Sanders)
DS reported that we won out match against Hollingbury. The Saturday League finished with joint winners of the Ireland Cup.
UPDATE ON FIXTURES (Jane Cummings)
No news. It wa suggested that JC contact Hand Cross and Newhaven to play against them next year.
GENERAL UPDATE ON BAR/BUILDING/GARDEN WORKS (Derek Budde)
Fencing and benches – a quote for new fencing has been accepted and work starts on 17th June. It was agreed that no matches or roll ups will be played during the day during that week, any County matches need to be notified that we have work going on. Evening fixtures will not be affected. SG will email everyone to say that Monday roll up is cancelled. Regarding benches and tables for outside it was agreed to investigate various style and materials before purchasing replacements. It was acknowledged that whilst recycled plastic material (from Earth Anchors Ltd) was not ideal members of the club struggle to look after the wooden furniture.
Meirion and the gardening – it was agreed that Meirion has done lots of work in the grounds but that now the season is starting it must stop for the moment, except for Sunday morning gardening group. SG will email Meirion thanking him for all his work.
Spraying of the green – this was carried out by Josh at a cost of £175 for 1 to 2 metre edge, ditch and path spraying and the extra spraying of the south west corner. It was agreed that SG will speak to Josh regarding spraying the whole green.
Club house – after much discussion about the condition of the clubhouse it was agreed to get someone in to give advice regarding the damp, to get a quote to replace the balcony doors, to look at the balcony for safety and improvement. Afterwards a list of work to improve the clubhouse will be drawn up.
COUNTY MATTERS (Kate Johns and Roger Johns)
KJ reported: she attended the recent Executive meeting, at which there were 19 recommendations from BE for competitions during 2025. The Ladies are at home in the Gladys Rowland to Preston on 9th June and away to Pagham in the Double Rink n 4th July.
RJ reported: nothing to report other than the BHCC will not look after any bowling greens after this year and that we have to alter our Constitution (Rules) to say - ALL DISCIPLINARY ACTION WILL BE TAKEN IN ACCORDANCE WITH BE REGULATION 9. We will do this at the AGM in 2025.
LEAGUE MATTERS (David Sanders/Hove, Carol Rushton/BH+D Ladie’s, Derek Budde/BH+D Men’s, Steve Rayner/Nicholas Soames)
Hove (DS): Last year’s finals are on Sunday, with semis, final and play offs being played at Hollingbury.
BH+D (CR): CR has emailed all women members with info about the league. First match is not until Tuesday 4th June
BH+D (DB): All in hand, starts in 2 weeks.
NS (SR): Starts on 20th May, trouble getting ladies to bowl.
UPDATE ON SOCIAL EVENTS (Kathy Dixon)
All agreed that The Opening of the Summer Season was a success, thanks were given to KD and the team.
The next social event is the Roy Holm Cup, KD will liaise with Jenny regarding the fish and chips. CR suggested that we draw the club draw during the social, all agreed.
KD reported that it has been suggested from members that a whist drive be held and also regular bridge sessions. SG will email all members to get an idea of take up.
AOB
SG has signed the club up for the following events:
Big Bowls Weekend 24-27 May
Take Part 24 June – 7 July
Ageing Well Festival 27 September – 11 October
It was agreed that she would inform all organisations that the available sessions open to members of the public would be Monday afternoons and Sunday mornings.
KD said that she has a positive response to her asking people to organise the Monday roll up session.
DS reminded everyone that the Gladys Rowland money won still had not been spent, KJ will investigate water fountain and banner, SG will investigate bigger fridge.
MI reported that the club competitions were off to a good start but that all members need to be encouraged to join in.
SR suggested that we start to ‘fine’ players £1 for wrong biases, which was agreed, with money going into the charity boxes on the bar.
DS suggested COPR training, SG will investigate what’s around.
TIME AND DATE OF NEXT MEETING
The meeting closed at 12.25
The next meeting will be Thursday 6th June at 10:30 (bring a sandwich as Portslade are playing us at home in the afternoon)