MCLRC TREASURER’S REPORT 2019
As you can all see from the year’s accounts, 2019 left us in good stead to cope with the trials and tribulations that were to face us in 2020. Unlike some breed clubs, with lesser membership numbers we had a good surplus to withstand the year ahead. We are lucky to maintain such a loyal member base, who support our club, shows and field trails and a dedicated committee who work tirelessly to ensure we remain financially secure. When we look at the circulated balance sheets and accounts, we have to use the previous year, 2018, as a direct comparison. I would urge our committee and members to remember though, that 2018 was a ‘bumper’ year for the club. It seems a long time ago now but 2018 saw us hold our extra championship show in December, which had an excellent entry. Consequently 2018 shows a dramatically higher show income and gave us more surplus overall. If we look at 2017 as a more accurate comparison, we can see that the 2019 accounts fall in- line with the usual pattern with regards to income and expenditure. In fact, compared to 2017 and previous years we have made a greater surplus. Show income versus expenditure gave us a surplus of £1,590 and our FT section ended the year with a surplus of £1,709. Well done to everybody who works hard to ensure expenditure very rarely exceeds income at all of our events. We brought in additional income with the inclusion of two very successful education days, very well attended with a full capacity of students on both occasions. Another addition to the club calendar which served to not only benefit the breed and newer judges, but also gave a little extra income for our club. I like to close by saying a big thank you once again to the committee and membership. All the hard work, dedication and sheer generosity of the committee ensures the club continues to thrive, without making a large dent in expenditure. Our dedicated members continue their support year on year and enable us to continue a varied calendar of events. Thank you everybody. Penny Smith Hon. Treasurer, M.C.L.R.C.
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