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Issue 27

Autumn 2007

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Chairman Janet Coatman

Secretary Betty Mallinson

Membership Secretary Barbara Peel

Treasurer Catherine Willmett

Group Coordinator Eileen Davies

Distribution Gill Sellers

Programme Secretary Gordon Darlington

and Publicity

Committee members

Lee Parkes

Betty Travena

Roger Wilkins

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THE CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE

Open Day and AGM September 21st. 2007, held at The Cairn Hotel.

The doors opened at 11am for viewing what proved to be an impressive variety of displays which were both informative and inspiring. A steady stream of members and visitors admired the creative talent on view and got involved in discussion with Group Leaders and members.

Many people took advantage of the special lunch-menu on offer, and following the AGM stayed behind for a complimentary “cuppa”; all of which contributed to the convivial atmosphere.

At the AGM Verdi Lawson retired as Treasurer and Catherine Willmett was elected to the office. Barbara Peel was elected as Membership Secretary. There were no nominations for Vice Chairman.

Five current Committee members, namely Gordon Darlington, Eileen Davies, Betty Travena, Gill Sellers and Lee Parkes, agreed to stand for re-election and were elected “en bloc.”

Betty Romaniak retired after three years on the Committee and Bob Johnson was not able to stand for re-election; consequently there were two vacancies on the Committee. Members were encouraged to come forward with a view to being co-opted onto the Committee at a later date. At the first committee meeting I am pleased to say that Roger Wilkins agreed to be co-opted.

The Chairman reviewed the U3A year at local, regional and national level and emphasised the need to manage change if the organisation is to flourish and serve members in the future.

No new issues were raised from the floor and the Chairman thanked all those who contribute, or have contributed, to making Harrogate U3A the success that it is today.

Janet Coatman