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its an idea that needs to be carefully planned and then implemented, and it will require a partnership with local authorities as well as other important stakeholders. The whole point of the exercise is to help nurture the club towards a self sustaining future, and yes, having secure tenure is important.

Guys, this website has been very important over the past, and a high degree of trust exists here. I would like to request that we keep things in perspective. My intentions in sharing my thoughts with you was not to create some sort of diversion to the core issues we still face, nor is it to try and bring focus onto a plan that still needs a lot of fleshing out. It was to try and continue with my pledge to be accessible and open with you all.

Just on the question of the club and the cost - i dont think its feasible for the development to be funded through the club. We all know of many clubs where the future has been mortgaged to "grand ideas". My promise to you all is that we will keep ourselves firmly grounded, and the safety and interests of the club will be put first in the plans.

I would hope that as the year progresses I can share details and benefit from feedback.

in the meantime, we still need to get behind coley and the boys for the last few games. lets end on a positive this season.
I am around for the next 20 mins or so for questions, if any. Dave did i miss your point ?

Ilyas