Puddleducks AGM – Meeting Minutes
Date: 16 April 2026
Time: 7.00pm
Venue: Puddleducks
Meeting Type: Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Attendees:
Grainne Logue
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Kim McLeron
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Ellen McDonnell
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Aaron Duncan
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Seamus McCaffrey
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Denise Dolan
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Tracey Brogan
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Vonnie Brogan
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Natalie McCrossan
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Valerie Nevin
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-Caragh McLaughlin
1. Welcome
The meeting was opened by Aaron, who welcomed everyone in attendance. Aaron acknowledged that Seamus McCaffrey (Playgroup accountant) had recently experienced a bereavement.
Condolences were passed to him and his family on behalf of the playgroup.
2. Apologies
Apologies were noted from Kym Griffin, Ailish Murray and Grainne Gallagher.
4. AGM
Aaron outlined the purpose of the AGM to the group and format of the evening.
5. Previous AGM Minutes
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The minutes from the previous AGM were:
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Proposed by: Kym McLarnon
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Seconded by: Grainne Logue
6. Financial Report
The Treasurer’s report was presented by Seamus McCaffrey (dated 30 April 2025).
Key points noted:
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Improved financial figures
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Increased turnover
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No additional costs
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Overall positive report
The group was invited to ask questions; none were raised.
Decision:
Seamus agreed to remain as playgroup accountant.
7. Equality Commission
It was noted that the Childcare Commission is fully up to date pending minutes from this AGM.
8. Puddleducks Leader Report (24/25)
- No issues arising from the report
9. Election of Committee- All positions have now formally stepped down
The following appointments were agreed:
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Chairperson: Aaron Duncan. Proposed by Graine Logue and Seconded by Tracey Brogan
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Secretary: Grainne Logue appointed. Proposed by Tracey Brogan and Seconded by Aaron Duncan
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Treasurer: Kim McLaren appointed. Proposed by Aaron Duncan and Seconded by Ellen McDonnell.
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Vice Chair: Tracy Brogan appointed. Proposed by Kim McLaren and Seconded by Valarie Nevin.
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Vice Secretary: Kym Griffin appointed. Proposed by Aaron Duncan and Seconded by Caragh McLaughlin.
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Vice Treasurer: Ellen McDonnell appointed. Proposed by Valrie Nevin and Seconded by Aaron Duncan.
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Committee Member: Valerie Nevin.
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Safeguarding officer: Caragh McLaughlin appointed. Proposed by Aaron Duncan and Seconded by Kim McLeron
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Nomination of Auditor: McCaffrey’s have agreed to remain as auditor
12. Any Other Business (AOB)
- Fundraising was discussed. Agreed small event before end of term and larger event in September 2026. 13. Meeting Close
The meeting (AGM) closed at 7.45pm .
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