‘Standing’ Committee

The Club’s ‘Big Five’ (in pic) today decided to convene a meeting on Saturday, March 17 to chart a road map for the future. Srichand Arora initially wanted the meeting to be held at his residence. But it was later decided to have it in the Chinese Hut (after the exercises) in keeping with the convenience of his colleagues on the managing committee – Yusuf Rassiwala, Hari Singh Shekhawat, Razia Khan and Monthi Serrao.
Top-most on the agenda is the opening of a bank account, for which a nominal Rs50 was collected from every member. Now, the account would be possible only after a ‘resolution’ to the effect is passed by the Club. And that in turn, would require constituting a well-structured body, with clear identification of office bearers, defining their duties and responsibilities and the ratification/ approval of all members concerned. Related to this is the subject of authorization of signatories for operating the bank account – on which the committee would eventually have to take a call.
Arora has issued a circular by e-mail, requesting everyone to be present at the meeting and make whatever suggestions they might like. These are all procedural matters about which none of us can claim any expertise. But the intentions are noble and in good faith. Big Laaf therefore appeals to all to share the wisdom of their experience, put forth new ideas and extend all cooperation and support to the committee. After all, this could be a major turning point as the Club enters its 10th year today.