NORTH OF ENGLAND ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
CHESHIRE COUNTY ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

Minutes of the Meeting held at Frodsham Community Centre, Fluin Lane, Frodsham on Wednesday 27th July 2005.
   Apologies: R Lynch, M Hunt, Leonie Lightfoot, W Smith & MB Consterdine.

The Chairman began the meeting by welcoming  Andy Jones (Crewe & Nantwich), Martin Stirna and Mike Cutler (both from South Cheshire AC)
  
1.Present: JL Driscoll (Chairman), S McGrath, E Gore, M Stirna, M Cutler, Julie Hi cken, P Allen, Marian Allen, A Jones, M Lamb, J Shellhorn, AFJ Thiemicke & BJ Warren.

2.Minutes of the Meeting held on 15.6.05
Approved.
3.Matters Arising from the Minutes
Nothing

4.	Correspondence
a)	NoEAA Inter County T&F Championships at Cudworth on 20.8.05 entry forms –most forms handed to Julie Hicken.
b)	UKCAU Inter County Half Marathon at Ackworth, Yorks, now on 2.4.06, entry forms –handed to A Thiemicke.
c)	E mail from J Spencer advertising a 5 mile road race at Burtonwood, Warrington on 30.7.05.
d)	Minutes of the Cheshire Cross Country League AGM held at Macclesfield on 9.5.05 which was attended by only 4 persons. The Chairman, R Lynch and Secretary/Treasurer, both of whom wish to stand down, make its future beyond Spring ’06 very uncertain.
e)	E mail from M Hunt advertising a course at Edgehill College, Ormskirk on 3&4th Sept 05 by the NW Endurance Development Group entitled ‘Supporting the Dream, Developing the Complete Middle Distance Runner.’ It is for coaches and costs £50 (inc meals & accommodation).
f)	NoEAA Newsletter, July 05.
g)	AAA Development Newsletter-Welfare June 05.
h)	Advert from Fastrax, in Ilkley, who make customised athletic clothing.
i)	Foster Report Open meeting at Robin Park on 6.7.05. Several members attended .
j)	AAA of E issued an update on the Foster report dated June 05.
k)	Advertisement from Power Breathe (endorsed by UKA) – an inhaler for asthmatics, use in hot climates and at altitude.
l)	UKA issued an advertisement for Red Bull which is a drink laced with sugar, caffeine,minerals and some vitamins.
m)	Literature advertising the use and recognition of volunteers.
n)	E mail from R Lynch expressing his gratitude for the John Young Award and suggesting that the Association’s volunteers could be rewarded by a meal together or a commemorative medal.

5. Financial Matters		     £
  Current A/C			525.95
  Business A/C			723.61
  Building Soc.	          4937.36
  Total			          6186.92

6.Officials Report
Plans are being made for officials’ courses in the autumn and it is hoped to attract some teachers.

7. Coaching Report
Details of courses will appear in the July Newsletter.
Concern was expressed over the omission of reference to ‘soft’ field equipment on coaching pass renewals for those with CIA qualification. E Gore will pursue this. 

8. County Championships
a)	Track Relays at Stanney on 3.7.05
A good meeting with increased entries this year.
b)	Combined Events at Macclesfield on 11.9.05
Nothing  further to report.
c) Fell Race at Cilcain on 6.11.05
It will take place this year on 6.11.05.
c)	Cross Country at Wistaston, Crewe on Sun 8.1.06
Much detail was presented to the Meeting by South Cheshire
The precise routes of the courses has not yet been agreed, but tentative ones have. This will soon be resolved by a small group  from the Committee and South Cheshire. Ample car parking will be available, albeit, on 4 sites. Refreshments, sponsorship and first aid will be arranged by South Cheshire. It was agreed to stay with the date of Sun 8.1.06.
d)	NoEAA Inter Counties at Cudworth on 20.8.05
Entry forms have been received. Considerable interest has been shown in entering by athletes. It was agreed to offer car drivers going to the event £5 per athlete transported to cover the expenses of the day.
e)	NW Road Relays at Blackpool on 17.9.05
It was reported that a timekeeper was required.  The races will begin and finish at Stanley Park.  

9. Road Race Matters
The Grand Prix begins again with the Birchwood meeting.
Under the restructuring proposals it is not clear who will issue permits in future. They may come from a central point. This would have the disadvantage of the issuer knowing nothing about the event. At present our Permit Secretary prompts organisers to seek a permit and looks for out for events not organised by athletic clubs who may not be aware of the requirement. The absence of a permit means lack of insurance cover unless the organiser obtains it from elsewhere.

10. NoEAA Matters
It was agreed to seek a road running clock from the NoEAA for Cheshire which could be stored at Macclesfield.

11. Any Other Business
The Chairman and others from the Committee attended the recent meeting at Wigan on the Foster Report. Progress on its acceptance is slow. There is to be an EGM of AAA of E on 8th October `05. The AAA of E will continue to exist after April 06 when England Athletics begins to operate, to ensure it fulfils its obligations.

BJ Warren, Secretary, 2.8.05