Explorer Unit Council Meeting Minutes
Meeting held at Paddicks Patch, February 26th 2007 commencing 19:30
Mark L outlined the
previous Unit Council minutes from 2nd Jan 2007:
General
improvement areas around Explorer-led camps:
Colin
intervened encouraging/forcing activities
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It has
already been agreed that Explorer-led camps should include activities
Nowhere
to record in/out movements
■
White-board
has been installed in the pod for this purpose
The
lack of planning for meals has delayed the evening meal times, drastically
■
Caused
as the individuals were unaware of their rota slots
■ Publish
a rota/list and 'sign' individuals off once a 'chore' has been completed
■
Delays
caused by a inadequate food shopping
■ Mark E
highlighted the need to plan meals ahead, considering the activities planned
for the weekend.
Other
members of the group refusing to help with the clean-up
The
need for a washing up rota was highlighted
■
Mark E
suggested the cooks nominate the cleaners
■
Publish
a rota/list and 'sign' individuals off once a 'chore' has been completed
Dan
highlighted the conflicting priorities: hut /compound
■
It was
noted that both the hut/compound required attention: allowing more time to
clean up would have resolved both issues.
Differing
standards in cleaning
■
Individuals
Specialising in cleaning areas, so they know how and to what standards tasks
should be completed
■
A
'tick list' to be displayed in the kitchen highlighting standard tasks that
should be completed.
Suggestion
of finishing earlier to allow time to clean up the site
■
Plan
ahead and prevent
'stacking' camps and activity too close to each other.
Mark L
highlighted the need to look after the equipment we have access to:
Ariel
runway
■
Still
up on Friday morning – all week
■
The
separating of equipment may result in loss or misuse – leading to damage
■ Explorers
have been advised to respect the equipment made available to them, otherwise
the equipment shall be withdrawn.
Mark L
outlined the current fundraisng procedure, asking for suggestions for
improvement,
■
Suggested
to limited places on fundraisng events – to prevent over-staffing events
- This
measure was introduced recently
■
Greater
attention to be paid to persons
attending – to prevent squabbling amongst the ranks
- Colin
has advised Explorers to inform him of any errors
- Nominate
an Explorer to monitor attendance at each of the events
■
Would
like the accounts updated more frequently – to paint a clearer picture of
available funds
- Fet
has agreed to assist with VA administration
Suggestion
of more scouting activities
■
The
Explorers indicated interest – during 'fair weather' periods
It was
noted a number of 'creative' activities have coincided back-to-back,
leaving a
number of 'social evenings' to follow
■
Mix up
the programme to prevent 'bunching' of more exotic activities
Meeting Ended 21:00