Summary of the FSSB Board Meeting - Wednesday 20 Aug 2025

The FSSB Board met on the 20 August 2025 with all Board members in attendance

Points of discussion included the following:

Conflict of Interest - No changes were reported by Board members

AGM 2025

The Board discussed preparations for the upcoming AGM, including a new pre-registration process to track attendance and issue tickets for both in-person and online attendees. The Board heard that standing orders for the AGM will be updated to accommodate the hybrid format. The Board will be seeking volunteers to act as tellers at the in-person meeting. (NB At least four Tellers will be needed to handle voting on the AGM Resolutions. Applications are invited from members who are not connected to FSSB Board nor are they candidates nor related to candidates for election to the Board. Please apply to Secretery@fssb.co.uk)

FSSB Board Election 2025

The Board discussed appointments to the election committee, the Independent Chair and the need to obtain a quote for election management. The Board also heard of the process of drawing lots to identify Board members required to stand for re-election (if they wish). The Board agreed the need for a role description for FSSB Board members.

Funding Project – Joint Approach

The Board agreed to pursue joint funding applications with the benefactors for stadium improvement projects. To access new funding opportunities, a pilot project will be selected (e.g., steelwork painting, stand repainting, or space conversion).

Strategic Business Plan

The Board received an update on the strategic business plan. The four focus areas will be: Community, Commercial, Football, and Stadium. The plan is to engage the fan base/FSSB members through small forums and a wider survey, with the goal of creating both an internal strategic plan and a vision document for the club’s future. It is expected that Board members will participate in the forums.

Lee Rigby Foundation Charity Game

The Board approved proceeding with the charity match, supported by the operational team. The event will be trialled this year and reviewed post-delivery before consideration of future events.

Finance Update

The Board heard that draft annual accounts have been prepared and auditors engaged.

Monthly accounts for June 2025 have been completed and shared with the Finance & Audit Committee prior to release to FSSB members.

The Board also approved the purchase of a corporate Zoom licence for official use.