Minutes of 2017 Annual General Meeting
Held 12:15 PM, Wednesday, December 13th at the Toronto Cricket and Skating Club.
Chairman - Bert Keene
Secretary - Derek Riley
- Minutes of the AGM meeting held December 14th, 2016
It was resolved that the reading of the minutes of the meeting be dispensed with. The motion was proposed by Mr. LeHeup, seconded by Mr. Crook and received unanimous approval.
- Financial Report
A motion was made to accept the Annual Financial statements and report dated December 13, 2017 as presented by Mr. Bracht – proposed by Mr. Nederpal, seconded by Mr. LeHeup and received unanimous approval. Highlights included assets of cash and investments of $ 229K, a projected breakeven result for year ended December 31st and a Development Fund with a value of $193K. Donation receipts also reinstated thru the efforts of Mssrs. Bracht, Godbold and Nicholls. A new fund raising campaign to be launched in 2018 with $16K in pledges outstanding. A reserve fund has also been started for touring teams.
- University League
Mr. Carter filed a report outlining the growth of the league. New teams have been added new schools have hosted events and there is a high enthusiasm from all participants. Organizational support has been very helpful from Jamie Nicholls. Plans are to coordinate with the OUA to run next year’s championship finals.
- Junior Development
Mr. Deverill filed a report showing a 28% increase in participation year over year, and by region. The Jesters have committed $7500 to support three programs with Squash Ontario. There has been a significant fundraising campaign at SO which has raised over planning100K for their programs. We are planning to support the Ontario Junior Open in March by providing a motivational speaker for the awards dinner.
- Social Committee
Mr. Crook reported on the success of the Spring Party, and details regarding his trip to England with other Canadian Jesters. Recognition given to Lolly Gillen for organizing the SantaPalooza Doubles matches today. All proceeds raised ($ 1,000) to go towards Ontario Jester Junior Bursary. Jester's Apparel also now available for purchase online thru the website.
- Fundraising
Mr. Godbold spoke to the need for a 2018 campaign to raise additional funds needed to expand our programs, A committee will be formed to execute the campaign and reach out to our members.
- Chairman’s Report (Report filed by Mr. Keene)
Recognition given to senior members Arnold Massey and Tony Lafleur. Also to Penny Glover and Vinnie Taylor from Ottawa for attending the AGM, plus Jay Nash and Murray Shaw from London, and Dick Rice from the U.S.
Four new inductees were recognized from the Spring Party – Tyler Hamilton, Will Byrick, Andrew Thompson and John Wang.
One member was recognized as passing away last year – Jack Cornett from Ottawa.
The Barry Grant Jester of the Year was awarded to Mr. Jamie Nicholls for his outstanding support and efforts to the Ontario Jesters.
- Election of Executive
The following Nominees were presented for election to the Executive Committee for the following year:
Bert Keene, Ed Bracht, Rea Godbold, Jay Nash, Al Hunt, Alex Carter, Jeff Deverill, Tony Atilia, Strachan Jarvis and Ian Crozier.
The motion was proposed by Mr. Bovaird, seconded by Ms.Gillen, and received unanimous approval.
- Other business
Mr. Caldwell spoke to the need for additional funding for Urban Squash. There will be an upcoming Gala fundraising event on March 7th, 2017.
Mr. Massey asked about future fixture matches between the Jesters and private schools, and received a positive response from Mssrs Bracht and Nicholls.
- Meeting Termination
There being no further business to discuss, on motion duly made, it was resolved that the meeting be terminated. The resolution was proposed by Mr. Bracht, seconded by Mr. Robertson and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 1:15 pm.