Congratulations on those elected. One question, what is the aim of 'City Matters'? Is it a genuine attempt by the club to engage with supporter groups, listen to what they have to say and potentially implement things to action it? Or, do people feel it will just be a smoke screen to be seen to be doing something yet nothing changes?
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“City Matters” fan committee
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Prestwich_Blue
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That's the sixty-four thousand dollar question. Is it just a box-ticking exercise so they can say to the PL & the Parliamentary Football Expert Working Group (both of who require clubs to have "regular structured engagement" with their fans) that they've done it? In the FEWG's last annual report only us & Southampton didn't have something that would tick that box. We may take the piss out of Liverpool but they've been doing this for a while now and have just split their single committee into 5 working groups covering different topics. That, to me, is taking it seriously.Congratulations on those elected. One question, what is the aim of 'City Matters'? Is it a genuine attempt by the club to engage with supporter groups, listen to what they have to say and potentially implement things to action it? Or, do people feel it will just be a smoke screen to be seen to be doing something yet nothing changes?
When they rang me to discuss my candidacy I asked who would be leading this from the club as I wanted to make sure that it was a decision maker, not just someone who would simply listen to us, report back to senior management then tell us at the next meeting why they couldn't do it, as generally happened at Points of Blue. So when I was told it would be Omar Berrada I was happy about that as he's the guy who runs City on a day-to-day basis. Liverpool, Chelsea & United all send their senior people to these meetings and I'd be very disappointed if we didn't do that.
The only way we'll know is when we actually get started and you'll be in no doubt what my thoughts and feelings are on their commitment when that happens. I'm pleased that's it's seemingly very inclusive, so we'll get a range of views. but I'd have liked a few more people in the seasoncard category, one for each stand preferably.
Thanks PB, positive by the club that its someone representing that actually has the influence to implement changes. Looking forward to seeing how it goes. Good luck.That's the sixty-four thousand dollar question. Is it just a box-ticking exercise so they can say to the PL & the Parliamentary Football Expert Working Group (both of who require clubs to have "regular structured engagement" with their fans) that they've done it? In the FEWG's last annual report only us & Southampton didn't have something that would tick that box. We may take the piss out of Liverpool but they've been doing this for a while now and have just split their single committee into 5 working groups covering different topics. That, to me, is taking it seriously.
When they rang me to discuss my candidacy I asked who would be leading this from the club as I wanted to make sure that it was a decision maker, not just someone who would simply listen to us, report back to senior management then tell us at the next meeting why they couldn't do it, as generally happened at Points of Blue. So when I was told it would be Omar Berrada I was happy about that as he's the guy who runs City on a day-to-day basis. Liverpool, Chelsea & United all send their senior people to these meetings and I'd be very disappointed if we didn't do that.
The only way we'll know is when we actually get started and you'll be in no doubt what my thoughts and feelings are on their commitment when that happens. I'm pleased that's it's seemingly very inclusive, so we'll get a range of views. but I'd have liked a few more people in the seasoncard category, one for each stand preferably.
Adam Purdue
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Nobody rang me to me discuss my candidacy and all emails I sent went unanswered so I am still not sure how well-meaning the whole thing is, but you have to go into it with a positive attitudeThat's the sixty-four thousand dollar question. Is it just a box-ticking exercise so they can say to the PL & the Parliamentary Football Expert Working Group (both of who require clubs to have "regular structured engagement" with their fans) that they've done it? In the FEWG's last annual report only us & Southampton didn't have something that would tick that box. We may take the piss out of Liverpool but they've been doing this for a while now and have just split their single committee into 5 working groups covering different topics. That, to me, is taking it seriously.
When they rang me to discuss my candidacy I asked who would be leading this from the club as I wanted to make sure that it was a decision maker, not just someone who would simply listen to us, report back to senior management then tell us at the next meeting why they couldn't do it, as generally happened at Points of Blue. So when I was told it would be Omar Berrada I was happy about that as he's the guy who runs City on a day-to-day basis. Liverpool, Chelsea & United all send their senior people to these meetings and I'd be very disappointed if we didn't do that.
The only way we'll know is when we actually get started and you'll be in no doubt what my thoughts and feelings are on their commitment when that happens. I'm pleased that's it's seemingly very inclusive, so we'll get a range of views. but I'd have liked a few more people in the seasoncard category, one for each stand preferably.
Adam Purdue
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As for seasoncard holders I'm sure there'll be multiple card holders among the group. I also thought there was supposed to be a local resident rep?Nobody rang me to me discuss my candidacy and all emails I sent went unanswered so I am still not sure how well-meaning the whole thing is, but you have to go into it with a positive attitude
The cityzens guy has left the club and now works in the world of cyclingIf they want people in the ground early then show the earlier game like a lot of clubs do. I don't know if it was down to a cost saving, or just trying to promote the shite on in city square, but it is an obvious improvement to show live footy.
I reckon it is a way to show the club have 'consulted' when they make unpopular changes, and then stitch everyone up with an excuse. The Cityzens guy was never heard of after he was appointed, and with the categories chosen it looks like a very political exercise this time.
I am Mark.. My user name being a rather sad play on my surname, deliberately misspelt as Sweeney is over used online so not available on many forums and the UK added for identification on international forums I use it on. Maybe time to change it.. But this is me, Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber about to kick ass on the city matters forum...Seems some Bluemooners have been elected as representatives to the new City Matters committee. These guys will meet with the club once a quarter to address any concerns in the fanbase.
I know Colin Savage, who was elected to represent seasoncard holders, and Mark Barber who represents disabled fans are two regulars here though I can't recall Mark's username.
So what I'm basically saying here is if you're unhappy with something at City then PMing them two is a way to get your voice heard.
Think we should sign Messi? PM @Prestwich_Blue. He'll pass it on. Don't think we should sign Messi? PM @Prestwich_Blue so he can let them know. Not sure on whether we should sign Messi? PM @Prestwich_Blue so he can hear your voice.
Basically, Mark and Colin are now personally responsible for your bad or good "match day experience" and I know that both will be eager to hear your complaints. Enjoy lads!
inchy14
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I agree and have said so before a number of times. They'd seemingly rather have 40k paying £50 a ticket than 50k paying £39 a ticket.
@Prestwich_Blue can you also ask why i'm having to sit in a seat in 326 surrounded by away fans in CL games? In nearly kicked off last night as they can't just be quiet, and i'd probably be the same, however it isn't one or 2 it's fucking loads of them!
I asked a steward last night how they're getting tickets and he didn't know but did say imagine how they all feel as they'll be the ones stuck in the middle of the eventual trouble which will occur at some point.
When you add that to fans not getting in due to tickets not working, fans nearly missing out because they've lost card details (this happened with my lad for last nights game, they said his card had been declined in an email to me, on ringing them and pointing out all his tickets are paid on my card and they'd taken my money they sorted it) it's becoming no wonder that attendances are low for cup games as people can't be arsed with the hassle.
It's supposed to be an enjoyable experience going to a game, regardless of the result and it's becoming anything but.
@Prestwich_Blue can you also ask why i'm having to sit in a seat in 326 surrounded by away fans in CL games? In nearly kicked off last night as they can't just be quiet, and i'd probably be the same, however it isn't one or 2 it's fucking loads of them!
I asked a steward last night how they're getting tickets and he didn't know but did say imagine how they all feel as they'll be the ones stuck in the middle of the eventual trouble which will occur at some point.
When you add that to fans not getting in due to tickets not working, fans nearly missing out because they've lost card details (this happened with my lad for last nights game, they said his card had been declined in an email to me, on ringing them and pointing out all his tickets are paid on my card and they'd taken my money they sorted it) it's becoming no wonder that attendances are low for cup games as people can't be arsed with the hassle.
It's supposed to be an enjoyable experience going to a game, regardless of the result and it's becoming anything but.
This 100%............
Ducado
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Can you mention about the smoking in the bogs at half time (pulls pin out of grenade and runs)