First step towards re-engaging with board

IAN BROWN

THIS week saw the very welcome sight of board members from the Club and the Supporters Co-operative meeting to engage in discussions, whilst strictly observing current Covid regulations.

It was a most useful meeting which, if built upon, will ultimately lead to much benefit for Club, its Supporters, and the Supporters Cooperative.

For our part we wanted to confirm our continuing willingness and determination to work and engage with the Club as a trusted partner, and in this respect, we look forward to re-establishing the previous pattern of regular meetings twixt Club and us every 6 to 8 weeks going forward.

The Supporters Cooperative has traditionally provided a link between Club and County Supporters that, over the years, has proved of benefit to both, and in these difficult times, it is no less relevant.

The successful Community Ticket Initiative was discussed, in conjunction with the Clubs other schemes currently in operation, and it was noted that a review of all the Club`s ticketing initiatives is pending. From our perspective we emphasised our willingness to continue playing our part, helping with the organisation of the Community Ticketing Initiative which, thanks to great support from County fans, introduces County`s potential future fan base to life at Edgeley Park.

Moving on, the Club agreed to the Co-operative having a presence in EP on a match day.

On the Hatters Half marathon, the Club are willing for us to use Edgeley Park for the race, if we get approvals.

Safe Standing was touched upon. The Club likes the idea of safe standing but there are practical difficulties surrounding implementation due to current ground lay-out. The feasibility will be reviewed as part of any future development of the stands.

It was noted that the question would be included in our upcoming Consultation Process aimed at County supporters on Safe Standing.