MST Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 The Motherwell Supporters' Trust are throwing it's doors open to all Motherwell fans with an Open Meeting at Fir Park on Monday 9th March 2009.. The Cooper Suite is the venue for what is likely to be a popular night, with the bar opening before the evening gets underway at 7.30pm. All sections of the support will be made more than welcome as the Trust moves onto the next stage of developing its strategy to achieve its key aims in both the short and long term as well as attracting new members.  The purpose of the open meeting is to hear direct from Motherwell fans about their views on how best the Trust’s Aims can be addressed which will allow the Trust to represent its members effectively and to exert meaningful and effective influence on the Board of Motherwell Football Club. The Trust’s Aims are summarised below along with bullet points outlining ways in which the Aims can be pursued.  The main aims of the Motherwell F.C Supporters Trust are:-- to represent to Motherwell Football Club the views of Trust members on all matters affecting them;  - to purchase or negotiate the transfer to the Trust of shares in Motherwell Football Club with a view to achieving representation on the Board; - to provide both financial and non-financial support to Motherwell Football Club; - to contribute to the development of sustainable links between the Club and the wider local community; and - to represent the views of the Trust’s members in the wider football community.  These aims will be pursued by:-  - regularly seeking the views of members by clear communication methods and providing feedback to members; - carrying out appropriate fundraising activities; - setting out clear policies on how support will be provided to the Club; - collaborating with the Youth Development Section of the Club in direct support of all of its activities; and through membership of Supporters Direct and any other related bodies through which the Trust can seek to influence the wider football community.  The Open Meeting will seek to encourage discussion on how the Trust can best achieve these aims and to discuss specifically the identification of strategies for developing action in the following areas:-  - sponsorship opportunities - effective Fundraising - refreshing the existing Supporters Charter - Participation in wider supporters issues through Supporters Direct  Whether you are a current or former member of the Trust or someone who has not until now been interested in becoming a member then we would encourage you to come to the Open Meeting and play a part in developing a sustainable Supporters Trust which reflects and represents the broad cross-section of Motherwell supporters.  mst Online Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moe_Green Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 Will Mr Rose be in attendance ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frazzie Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 I would imagine so - I think it was actually his idea. Â Frazzle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaag Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 i like the layout of the new site mate. Â Hopefully the 'layout' of the new and improved MST will be equally as impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frazzie Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 If you're waiting to be impressed by the presentation of the MST board, you'll be bitterly disappointed!  But aye, the site is good, and we've got John Wilson and Phil Speedie to thank for that. Onwards and upwards, etc  Frazzle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moe_Green Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 Fraz, could you do better than I imagine so, if he is going I will deffo be there, if not, I will give it a miss as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frazzie Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 I'm 99% sure he's going to be there, but will find out and confirm. I didn't realise he had his own one-man fan club. Â Frazzle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moe_Green Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 Oh he doesn't Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frazzie Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 You mean there's more than one of you? Â Frazzle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mon_da_well Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 Aye, fuck it, I'll join him. I love a good moan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLip69 Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 I would imagine so - I think it was actually his idea. Frazzle   There's a first time for everything apparently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedie Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 Will you be in attendance Lip? Â I know you have plenty of ideas on how to improve the Trust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MST Posted March 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 We're now just less than a week away from the Trust's public meeting. This event will give all Motherwell fans a say on the future of the Trust and gives the opportunity to question the board. Â The meeting takes place next Monday in the Cooper Suite starting at 7.30pm. Â All welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mon_da_well Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 I might actually come seeing as the bar is open Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyRoss Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 I would encourage you to go , you were one of loudest voices when it came to criticism earlier in the year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mon_da_well Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 Yeah, I guess I was. I'll see how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedie Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 And a final reminder on this one. Â Cooper Suite tonight from 7.30pm, make your voice heard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mon_da_well Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 I can't make this, Corrie is on at 7.30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moe_Green Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 In true MST style, I'm still waiting for Frazzle to confirm if Mr Rose will be there. Two weeks and I'm still waiting............... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyRoss Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Yes he will be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moe_Green Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Thanks Andy. Â You can tell Frazzle to stand down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyRoss Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Come along if you can Moe , tonight is really important IMO. Â There are so many issues with the Trust but I think night like tonight show we are trying to address them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moe_Green Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 I'll be there Andy, no worries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mon_da_well Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 I would genuinely like to come but it's too much hastle getting down from Shotts and then trying to get home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyRoss Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Give me a PM if there is anything you want to ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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