2026 Annual General Meeting

We are delighted to invite all members to our Annual General Meeting (AGM). 

This meeting is an opportunity for us to come together, reflect on the past year, and plan for the future of Lister Drive Allotments. 

Date and Time:  Sunday 18 October 2026, 11am - 12pm (1 hour)
Location: Lister Drive Allotments, Community Hall

🥓☕ Bacon rolls and hot drinks will be served for 10am for £2.50.

The agenda for the AGM is available here - 2026 AGM Agenda

Details from the 2025 AGM available here

Nominations for the Allotment Committee

The society is run by committee of up to 12 volunteers including a Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and 9 non-executive committee members. Members are appointed each year at the association's AGM.

• Chair  - The Chair leads the society, overseeing meetings and ensuring that all activities align with our goals and values. They represent the society and work to foster a positive and productive environment for all members.

• Secretary - The Secretary manages the society’s records, including meeting minutes and membership records. The Secretary is responsible for issuing letters to members and is our representative to Liverpool City Council parks and greenspaces service.

• Treasurer - The Treasurer is responsible for the society’s finances. They track income and expenses, and provide financial reports. Their role is crucial in maintaining the financial health and transparency of the society.

• 9 x Committee Members - Committee Members support the society by participating in decision-making processes, helping to organise events and projects. They bring different perspectives and skills, contributing to the overall success and vibrancy of our community.

Anyone who has been a member for more than 3 months can stand for election. If you would like to stand for any of the committee positions, please send your name, plot number and the position(s) you wish to stand for to contact@listerdriveallotments.com before midnight on Sunday 20 September 2026.

In the event that multiple nominations are received for a position, at the AGM, we will ask nominees to say a few words about why they would like to stand for election and a vote will be taken.

Submitting a motion

Motions can be submitted up to midnight on Sunday 20 September 2026. To help members understand your suggestion you should:

• Set out what you want your proposed change or addition to do. 

• If your amending an existing rule, you should copy the existing text showing your proposed changes.

• If you want to make a new rule you should write 

Motions will be voted on following a discussion at the AGM.

Publications

A copy of the Association Annual Report and Accounts, proposed motions and nominees will be published on this website, by 10pm Sunday 4 October 2026.  A printed copy will also be available in the toilet block and shop.

Voting at the AGM

All plots are entitled to 1 vote, usually by the named plot holder. An associate member may vote on behalf of the plot holder.