Mariners Trust statement

Quoted from lew chaterleys lover

Absolutely no point in being there really, is there? He (Fenty) is just toying with the Trust, to try to placate as many fans as he can. I would come away from the board, re convene and concentrate on finding new investment.

I admire all those involved, but you cannot work with Fenty, it is just not possible. He will, with the rest of the board, always call the shots.

Much better to walk away, and become a big player in the new board, whenever it is formed.

To be fair to the chair of the Trust (and I don’t know him personally) he’s trying. My understanding is that he’s only been there a short time and compared to previous chairs, he’s the only one to push against the circus of the GTFC board.

Quoted from bax

Then people need to complete the survey and give the Trust the mandate to make a change. We are trying, believe us!

More power to your elbow, literally. The fans are the future of this club as it is only the fans who can re-connect the club to the town. UTM.

Quoted from davmariner

To be fair to the chair of the Trust (and I don’t know him personally) he’s trying. My understanding is that he’s only been there a short time and compared to previous chairs, he’s the only one to push against the circus of the GTFC board.

I know and it is not having a dig, and I admire them for having the gumption to try something new. However, John Fenty does not listen to people who have as much clout as himself, so there is no way on this earth he will be influenced by a well meaning trust.

I would advocate a different approach. Leave him to it, and get support from elsewhere and when we get a new start be part of it from the off, with people who have a different approach to Fenty.

On the outside, they would have far more leverage by having freedoms to speak out saying exactly what they feel. Being represented on a board sounds great, but not in this particular case.

This statement is another positive step from the Trust. At the minute we cannot ask more than they represent the views of the fans and vote accordingly. The statement is great communication on a big issue. Well done to those involved.

What this proves- is what we already knew tbh- that fenty and his merry men are untouchable. If John doesnt want it to happen it wont happen.

Quoted from lew chaterleys lover

I know and it is not having a dig, and I admire them for having the gumption to try something new. However, John Fenty does not listen to people who have as much clout as himself, so there is no way on this earth he will be influenced by a well meaning trust.

I would advocate a different approach. Leave him to it, and get support from elsewhere and when we get a new start be part of it from the off, with people who have a different approach to Fenty.

On the outside, they would have far more leverage by having freedoms to speak out saying exactly what they feel. Being represented on a board sounds great, but not in this particular case.

I totally agree with the above. Resign from the board and use all of your energies in finding new owners for the club. There is no way back for the present board so don't waste your time on them.

If we turn against the trust we are royally screwed. I have long been an advocate of them removing themselves from the board.  But I respect them 100%. My own belief is that they coukd be more effective as a separate organisation.  I think we all know their place on the board is lip service. As has righty been pointed out they are a lone voice.  But anyone having a go at any trust member should be prepared to step into the breach.  They represent us the best they can. In the next few months/years they could be more important to this club than ever before.
Do not let Fenty and Co drive a wedge between us.  Fans need to be united more than ever before.

See you all at Coventry away.   UTM

Think I have to be open minded, turn up Saturday, support the players on the pitch, and hopefully witness the start of our recovery from this dismal run of matches.

I am no fan of RS's tactics but I must believe that we can turn it around. Grimsby Town needs me and I need Grimsby Town.

Looking forward to better times, support the team, support the Trust.

We are Grimsby, we stick together through thick and thin.

#UTM    #GTFC      

Quoted from Cambs Mariner

I totally agree with the above. Resign from the board and use all of your energies in finding new owners for the club. There is no way back for the present board so don't waste your time on them.

I know we have the trust survey , but maybe its time for a simple vote , stay on the board or leave

Kudos for speaking for the fans bax. I will be there on Saturday rooting for the team, for points , for those who went to Yeovil, for kids who should have free tickets, for Kristine Green, for Mighty, for the guy who takes the crowd photos, for DJ, Vernam, Clifton and new loanees.
Bax called for support at the forum and deserves, along with other Trust volunteers our full backing. Currently, they are our only irons in the fire.