Mid Devon Tractor, Engine & Machinery Group
A club formed in the county of Devon, England in October 1982 originally “… to stimulate interest in all types of old vehicles and machinery.” Its members care for, restore and operate some of the iconic machinery that has helped Devon farming and country life over the last 100 years.
Quick Notices
Updates
At the AGM – the Chairman and the Secretary gave updates about the previous years activities.
The latest accounts were presented. It was noted that since Lloyds Bank withdrew our access to a Community account, we are now being treated as a small business with everything that implies, ie. a monthly account fee and charges for every cheque paid in and written as well as charges for all the cash paid in. As you can imagine this has had a negative effect on what is essentially just an account to hold monies raised during the year which are then distributed to various charities, (see below). An unfair levy I feel!!
The officers were elected following proposals and seconding as usual, there is no change.
John Moore remains as Chairman; Steve Williams as Secretary and Tina Slade as Treasurer and membership secretary.
Keith White remains as President. Ken Nott has chosen to resign from the committee and Carol Isaac has agreed to join in her own right following the sad passing of Alan. The other committee members remain the same
As mentioned above, donations have had to be reduced this year. Following discussion and agreement from the floor they are as follows:-
Devon Air Ambulance – our main chosen charity – £400.00
Motor Neurone Disease – £100.00 Alzheimers Association – £100.00
Parkinsons UK – £100.00 Macmillan Cancer Support – £100.00
and new for this year by request from the membership: –
North Devon Hospice – £100.00 and Farming Community Network – £100.00.
This years Christmas party was held at the hall and catered by Paul Spear and David Simms.
The musical entertainment was by David and this year, a quiz was held which provoked much head scratching and amusement, and was much enjoyed, with a prize going to the winning table. Thanks go to Katie and Louise for organising the draw. A good time was had by all who attended.
Updates
Subscriptions are now due for this year and will be taken at the January & February meetings. Cash would be appreciated to help reduce bank charges (see above) but cheques are still accepted. Our bank details will be available to anyone wanting to set up a standing order or direct debit with their own bank.
A diary of speakers and events has been arranged for the coming year and will be published in the coming Newsletter. We look forward to another busy season and hope to see everyone there.
See our updates page for all updates.
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