Nottinghamshire CCMG: Amendment 3

 

15/02

Hi 

Some members have suggested that it is pointless voting for the Notts CCC financial amendments regardless of the Club's deadline until there is a proper explanation at the AGM.  

For this reason, I have voted against them.  [the amendment - as I have done myself]

Regards 

Kevin Lennox 

13/02

Hi 

I received a reply from Andy Hunt regarding the Club's Financial Amendments. 

It appears he intends to clarify the situation at the AGM so please raise your concerns then.

Regards 

Kevin Lennox 

09/02

Hi

I have had a reply from Andy Hunt regarding Financial Amendment 3 which I am not happy with.  

At this stage, I cannot give you his response as I do not wish to be accused of passing over Private & Confidential information.  

The Communication with members issue will need to be addressed if I am elected.  Suffice to say, my second response to Andy will give you an indication of the issue that needs to be addressed.

I would be grateful if someone rather than just me raised it at the AGM in order to show there is a strength of feeling about how and why the Club is looking to borrow such a significant amount.  Otherwise it could be viewed as a one person issue.

Regards 

Kevin Lennox 

Dear Andy

Thank you for your reply. 

I feel you have misunderstood my question.  I have no issue with EDI.  In fact, I positively endorse this policy as Ethnic Minority groups in particular appear to be under-represented.

 

The financial Amendments are those that are causing concern for a number of members.  Why does the Club want to increase the amount it can borrow without recourse to its members when it is about to receive a significant cash amount from the ECB from the sale of the Hundred?  In a worst-case scenario, over-borrowing could risk asset forfeiture if repayments falter, altering the Club's long-term stability or ownership structure without prior member input.

Surely such a significant financial issue should be discussed with members in terms of the full extent of the Amendment as the borrowing increase appears to be index linked therefore making permanent this level of borrowing capacity in real terms regardless of what happens with the Club's finances.

Does the Club plan to invest money into the franchise team alongside the 49% shareholder?  Does the Club have other investment plans at this time? 

Some clarification at the AGM would be welcome.

Regards  Kevin Lennox 

01/02

Dear all

Having received comment from members who are far wiser than I on this issue, I have decided not to support Rule changes - Amendments 2 & 3 for the following reasons.  

Has the Club discussed what it wants to do with the rule change to add an additional object to the Club or talked about this change with the members?  Anything that seeks to amend the objects of the Club is a significant change.
In essence, this additional object could subtly pivot the Club from a primarily sporting entity to one with stronger social mandates, potentially at the expense of competitive priorities if budgets are constrained.
Why does the Club want to increase the amount it can borrow without recourse to the members when it is about to receive a significant cash amount from the ECB from the sale of the Hundred? The rule allows securing loans against Club assets, including floating charges. In a worst-case scenario, over-borrowing could risk asset forfeiture if repayments falter, altering the Club's long-term stability or ownership structure without prior member input.

Does the Club plan to invest money into the franchise team alongside the 49% shareholder?
Both of these rule changes are significant and are being put to an online vote in winter without having been previously aired with the members.
When making rule changes, Notts has previously consulted very openly with members and listened to feedback before bringing forward proposals for member approval. Why not this time?

What are your thoughts?

Regards 

Kevin Lennox 

 

PS. Judging by last year's election, I'm probably going to need 400 votes to gain a place on the committee.  So, I appreciate every vote I can get.

24/01

Following Nick Evans' departure from the role of Representative for Nottinghamshire with the County Cricket Members Group, Kevin Lennox has take over with the reins.

Hi everyone

My name is Kevin Lennox.  I have inherited the database of members’ email addresses from Nick Evans whom I have had many conversations with and have supported him in his efforts to protect the Domestic game, in particular the four day County Championship. 

 

I would like to inform you that that I am a candidate for the Notts General Committee.  I decided to run after fruitful conversations with a number of members and David Gunn.  If elected by you, I can use this database to update you on key issues.  You can also communicate with me on issues you feel strongly about.  Alternatively I can shut the database down depending on what members wish me to do.

 

I also applied through the Nomination route and was interviewed in December by a panel of five.  I doubt I have been nominated however I have not been informed one way or the other.  I used the opportunity to promote my marketing skills and knowledge as I believe that the Domestic Game has a significant Marketing problem.  The promotion of Domestic Cricket must improve!

 

I certainly wish to protect the Red Ball game.  The Ashes debacle has highlighted the fact that a strong County Championship is essential for the development of potential England players.  I agree with the CEO of Surrey that the competition enables players to enhance their skills and develop the mentality needed to perform at the highest level.  Even in One Day cricket teams needs a more sophisticated strategy than “see ball, hit ball”.  Last season Notts got the playing strategy right which is why we are the Champion County.

 

I am not a fan of ECB.  The organisation has made a number of poor decisions over the years.  Limited promotion of the domestic game, restricting England players’ involvement and selling the sport exclusively to Sky in 2006 are key reasons why Domestic Cricket has difficulties attracting interest.  Football and Rugby have a terrestrial TV presence.  I believe it’s time the Counties were more proactive in running Domestic Cricket by forming an organisation similar to the Premier League.  They have the facilities and the players.  They also provide the extremely valuable streaming service.   

 

As regards my support of Notts, like you, I want all of our teams to challenge for honours.  I want to see international cricket being played at Trent Bridge for many years to come.  I would certainly encourage youth participation and development as they are the stars of the future, such as: Farhan Ahmed and Freddie McCann.

 

Communication with and involvement of members is paramount as you offer a myriad of ideas and expertise.  I will lobby for Committee meeting minutes to be posted on-line and the Agenda to be posted in advance so that members can contribute ideas.

 

I hope you will vote for me and, if elected, I will do my best to represent you and support the continued success of Notts CCC.