2008.06.10 Commissioners' Meeting Minutes - Royal Commission ...

2. During the discussion of the findings of the SWISH partnershipreview it was noted that funding bids for future years were beingprepared and Mr Jonathan Hudson suggested that the Commissionshould examine what services and development projects it couldafford in the future. He emphasised that a balance betweenmaintenance, hosting and future developments should be maintained.3. It was agreed that the development of future projects be linked morestrongly to priorities identified within the strategic plan.4. It was noted that both partners were keen to continue workingtogether and that confidence in the SWISH partnership has grownover time.5. Commissioners expressed their thanks to Mr Jonathan Hudson for hisvaluable work in reviewing the SWISH partnership.08.09 Administration Reports.1. Financea.) A carry forward of 3% as stated in the Financial Memorandum hadbeen confirmed but the Commission was awaiting confirmationthat it may carry forward funds above that amount.b.) The reconciled budget for 2007-08 showed a small under spendwhich represented a prudent carry forward to alleviate thepressures this financial year. Thanks were offered to JonannaPettitt and Jane Durbin for their work in ensuring the financepaperwork was completed on time.c.) The deficit in the current budget would be offset by not filling thevacant post and being able to use the carry forward.2. Human ResourcesIt was noted that the process to recruit two new Commissioners and aChairman was now underway.08.10 Project Reports1. Centenarya.) A list of events planned for the centenary was provided; firm dates forevents would be provided as they became available.b.) Dr. Peter Wakelin described the Treasured Places Project undertakenby RCAHMS and reported that the software to run a similar project inWales had been offered to RCAHMW. It was agreed that furtherinformation on cost and the amount of resources involved should besought.4