JMorrison1872 320 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 http://wp.me/p3XWcg-7I am a nobody amongst fans, just your regular Rangers diehard who is sick to the back teeth of supporters groups peddling their agendas and using scaremongering tactics to win over fans.What I've wrote is unfinished, in the early stages in terms of ideas and needs other fan input.I may get shot down in flames regarding this, but it's worth a shot.Let me know your thoughts people. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMorrison1872 320 Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 Could admin alter the name of the thread, don't want to be confused for a mhank labelling us a new club.Thread name: Membership Group Idea. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cameron1873 525 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I think this is a good idea in principle.If it was constructed well and had the right people at the top. I would be more than happy to back this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 What would the Silver and Gold membership entitle you to?A blazer? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I agree a club run supporters group is a good idea. It would also open doors to fan representation on the board down the line.Also with the recent furore over remuneration committees I think it's imperative we push for fan/shareholder representation on these committees. We deserve a say in who takes money out of our club and how much. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Manticore* 1,893 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Call it The Trust for Rangers Supporters. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMorrison1872 320 Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 What would the Silver and Gold membership entitle you to?A blazer?I have not interest in a blazer, nor working in this group.I'm simply putting an idea out their for opinions. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kplfishtank 4,668 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Call it The Trust for Rangers Supporters.splitter Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamess 3,453 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Seems sensible - something needs to be done. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nachothelegend 1,932 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Great Plan .I would sign up for this. It would be a Dream for our Club and with Fan Rep for all.Get it done.We need to protect our clubs Brand. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluepeter9 5,167 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 To what end is this group? Fan representation to the club? Voice of the fans? Extra cash for the club? I think your idea needs a goal! I also thing £15 pm is quite a commitment and for that needs real benefit.If the club wants some sort of fan representation I always thought the idea of a season ticket holders club was a decent idea and the concept on I ticket I vote - and to that end I think you have it right - vote from a short list - season ticket holders vote Just input and for debate! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RST 19 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I think you need to put a bit more meat on the bones. What would this Board do? I can guarantee that within 5 minutes you will get some punter moaning 'They don't speak for me'. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMorrison1872 320 Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 To what end is this group? Fan representation to the club? Voice of the fans? Extra cash for the club? I think your idea needs a goal! I also thing £15 pm is quite a commitment and for that needs real benefit.If the club wants some sort of fan representation I always thought the idea of a season ticket holders club was a decent idea and the concept on I ticket I vote - and to that end I think you have it right - vote from a short list - season ticket holders vote Just input and for debate!Would be a voice for the fans, with all proceeds directly Ito the club unlike other groups. All that has been written is just ideas, that's why I've put it out unfinished for input.Monthly fee's was a rough price, I do understand its a big commitment for some. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMorrison1872 320 Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 I think you need to put a bit more meat on the bones. What would this Board do? I can guarantee that within 5 minutes you will get some punter moaning 'They don't speak for me'.I've put it out for opinions to get ideas in for the proposal.If members are voted on by the fans, then the fans have directly nominated someone as a spokesman, instead of self-appointed representatives. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Would be a voice for the fans, with all proceeds directly Ito the club unlike other groups. All that has been written is just ideas, that's why I've put it out unfinished for input.Monthly fee's was a rough price, I do understand its a big commitment for some.I'd steer clear of that remit, unless you want your idea dead in the water.Many, especially on here, wont go along with that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC55 110,262 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 A monthly DD that goes direct to the club would be good tbh. Although maybe leave it as a November to June thing so that people paying ST's via DD aren't out of pocket extra for they 3 months or so? Just a wee thing but always helps Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMcK 92 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I agree with the idea of having a supporters group aligned directly with the Club. Perhaps an idea similar to RFFF with fans and club legends placed on the board. I also agree that this should be as a replacement for current groups as they aren't really relevant given their small representation. The membership and benefits would take some consideration as they would have to be attractive to a vast range of supporters but the idea itself is positive. I believe the Club are currently looking into a membership scheme although not sure where we stand on that given recent events. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Manticore* 1,893 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Would be a voice for the fans, with all proceeds directly Ito the club unlike other groups. All that has been written is just ideas, that's why I've put it out unfinished for input.Monthly fee's was a rough price, I do understand its a big commitment for some.At £15 a month it would be a voice for about 100 fans. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamess 3,453 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 To what end is this group? Fan representation to the club? Voice of the fans? Extra cash for the club? I think your idea needs a goal!I also thing £15 pm is quite a commitment and for that needs real benefit.If the club wants some sort of fan representation I always thought the idea of a season ticket holders club was a decent idea and the concept on I ticket I vote - and to that end I think you have it right - vote from a short list - season ticket holders voteJust input and for debate!I like the idea of separation from season tickets.You might have a season ticket, but can't afford any more.You might have a season ticket, but would happily pay more directly into the club. You might live far away, not have a season ticket, but want to help the club and join upetc, etc.So this being stand alone and direct to the club has merit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bombaybadboy08 15,660 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I'd be all for a group affiliated with Rangers.You can never claim to speak for the fans though, only for a particular group, and that's if everyone agrees Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMorrison1872 320 Posted October 3, 2013 Author Share Posted October 3, 2013 At £15 a month it would be a voice for about 100 fans.I clearly stated 15pm is only down as a rough figure Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nachothelegend 1,932 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I like the idea of separation from season tickets.You might have a season ticket, but can't afford any more.You might have a season ticket, but would happily pay more directly into the club. You might live far away, not have a season ticket, but want to help the club and join upetc, etc.So this being stand alone and direct to the club has merit.Agree with this.It has to allow other fans who cannot afford or require a Season Ticket due to Travel Distance.Has to be stand alone. It's the only way to unite all Rangers Fans under the Club.Only then will we all be represented. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carson's cat 744 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 The principle of trying to unite the various supporters' organisations is a sound one, but why not just have an official supporters' association with membership automatically granted to all adult season ticket holders. The association would be entitled to have one member on the Board who would be elected by postal ballot every summer. The term of office would be one year and you would not be allowed serve more than one term. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Manticore* 1,893 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 I clearly stated 15pm is only down as a rough figureIndeed you did, but feel free to say it again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC55 110,262 Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 The principle of trying to unite the various supporters' organisations is a sound one, but why not just have an official supporters' association with membership automatically granted to all adult season ticket holders. The association would be entitled to have one member on the Board who would be elected by postal ballot every summer. The term of office would be one year and you would not be allowed serve more than one term.That's quite a good idea tbh.See at times like this when there are questions of the board, us fans should have someone we can turn to. At this moment in time it's certainly not the RST, rsa or anyone else Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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