Jamie explained that it was a one-off situation with only lager being served due to timing issues in installing both the equipment in time for the launch. Similarly, the range of food available for the new bar was not as they had hoped due to power issues which could not be rectified in time for the soft launch & it is Jamie’s hope that these can be addressed in time for the Sunderland match. Brian added that the feedback received so far reflects the issues already identified and should be addressed for the Sunderland game. Jamie added that if supporters want any kind of decoration of the FanZone such as flags, shirts, etc. would make it feel more warmly please provide the ideas or, if supporters, or supporters groups, wish to donate then they can explore further such as the OSC banner. Jamie asked what would supporters like to be at the FanZone, either on the stage or other activities in the area, which would alter supporters usual matchday experience at various pubs and venues around Shrewsbury and head to the Montgomery Waters Meadow? Glyn replied that recently, Shrewsbury Town’s away game to Tranmere Rovers provided him with a great experience. He and his team mates in the Shrewsbury Town FC Away Supporter’ Football Club travelled to Tranmere from their match in Chester, they arrived at the FanZone which was a large outdoor marque which was decorated with all kinds of flags, banners and other decorations with a bar and a large projector screen featuring a live football match which featured the Brighton Hove Albion vs. Tottenham Hotspur game and compared to the current setup in the Shrewsbury Town FanZone of the matches only shown indoors in Smithy’s Bar. Glyn was informed by a Tranmere supporter that more of their own supporters use their FanZone than some of the local pubs in the local area now which reflected in his observation on the day. A supporter asked why has the price of drinks both alcoholic and non-alcoholic increased to substantially, for example San Miguel £4.30 per pint compared to £4.00? & that if drinks are cheaper in local bars such as the Wild Pig then home supporters will not use the FanZone facilities as much due to cost. Jamie explained that the bar within both Smithy’s and the FanZone is not his responsibility as Shrewsbury Town in the Community is a registered charity and that both of the bars are run through Shrewsbury Town Football Club’s Hospitality Department. Brian explained that he would investigate the Hospitality Department pricing in the FanZone as the cost is similar to those on a match day in the Sovereign Suites & in his view £1.70 for a Pepsi is too much for the supporters in the FanZone. Chris explained that he brings his son to games & that he passionately wishes to change his match day routine to support the FanZone, but the pricing has to be competitive or regardless what activities are put on by STFC or STFCitc supporters could be put off by prices.

- 6. Proud Salopian Update

Andy Garden has been working with Brian and the Club along with the Supporters Parliament and the OSC to set up the Proud Salopians supporters’ group - representing Shrewsbury Town supporters from across the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. With the support of Shrewsbury Town in the Community, the Reech Community Hub will be the venue to host the official launch event of the 22nd group prior to the home game vs Gillingham (Tuesday October 2019) Guest speakers from the Football Supporters Association (FSA) and Pride in Football along with representatives from other LGBTQ+ groups from around the country will be in attendance to talk to and answer any questions from supporters, with light refreshments also available to all attendees.