Club Development, Events Centre and Sailing Academy

Report for Members March 2008

This update Report has been prepared by and reflects the views of the PSC members of the Technical Group.

It has been a year since we presented to the Club our vision for the development of a Sailing Academy which embraced the core business elements of Visitor Berths, Events, Education and Training.

We had, for a long time, acknowledged that the events and training business had grown beyond the limits and expectations of the original building design. Our aspirations included improved club facilities so that we could adequately cater for the existing and proposed increased demands which are being placed on the building. This included the important need to provide suitable and improved facilities for our members.

We had established a wide, broad based support for the development from within the community, Gwynedd Council and Welsh Assembly Government. We have demonstrated that the scheme dovetails into numerous policies and strategies which provide wide ranging support for the proposal and potential funding opportunities.

A Technical Group, with representatives from all participating organisations, has been working to advance the scheme. The Pwllheli Sailing Club representatives on this Group have taken a proactive role and during all meetings and consultations they have strived to maintain the scheme within our original vision.

A report was commissioned by Cyngor Gwynedd regarding the technical feasibility of providing the necessary visitor berths and pontoon infrastructure. The report has shown that with the necessary engineering works the proposal is technically viable.

Based on our original vision Cyngor Gwynedd prepared a brief, with input from WAG and the Technical Group, for consultants to prepare concept proposals for an Academy and Events Centre. Marina Projects Ltd, a specialist firm in marina and waterfront development has been commissioned by Cyngor Gwynedd with assistance from The Welsh Assembly Government to explore all of the options available and to establish the viability of the project. The consultants are supported by Morgan Carey Architects who undertook the redevelopment at Hayling Island Sailing Club.

The Technical Group has now approved the ‘Vision Statement’ and ‘The Statement of Objectives’ and these are attached. We would urge you to read these to understand the wide reaching objectives of the proposal.

Following approval of the Vision Statement & Objectives a number of possible options have been developed: these range from “do nothing”, extend the existing Club facility through to construction of a new building in different locations. The Marina Projects team has also undertaken an objective and robust appraisal of each of the options against criteria arising from the agreed Vision Statement.

Marina Projects Ltd presented its interim report to the Technical Group on 13th February. It is extremely encouraging and confirms that our original ideas are worthy of further detailed study and scrutiny. Despite our expressed opinion that other options for the positioning of the building are more suitable for the scheme, Marina Projects Ltd has presented a compelling case, with valid reasoning, that the project would be better served with a new Club building in an alternative location. They are recommending a building located with a direct relationship to the beach access and with the club room on the upper floor to take full advantage of the views over the beach and sea as well as the Harbour and marina. This is their professional and independent opinion.

We appreciate that this element of the project is beyond our existing mandate and might be considered to be radical but it will have many advantages to our members and could provide us with financial security for the future, with identified additional income streams.
 

Marina Projects Ltd has acknowledged that a substantial events market exists and Pwllheli has a strong reputation, particularly for hosting dinghy events arising from the natural advantages of the location. Marina Projects Ltd recognises the potential to expand this market but it will require investment in infrastructure. Without that investment our existing business and potential opportunities might be compromised by developments at other venues. It is our opinion that to do nothing is not considered a sustainable option nor in the long-term interests of the Club.
 

It had been the Technical Group’s original intention to have a public exhibition in January 2008 when the findings of the consultants could be shared with the Club members and public. An unforeseen delay has meant that the exhibition has now been scheduled for March 6th, 7th and 8th in Neuadd Dwyfor, Pwllheli. This exhibition is very much focused on providing an update on progress to date and identifying the next steps.
 

It is our intention to have a pre-exhibition presentation to the members on Wednesday 5th March at 1930hrs. The PSC team will be available to answer any questions that you may have. We will also hold a post exhibition meeting at the Club House at a convenient date to be arranged.

We must, however, emphasise that the scheme is still in concept stage and that there are many technical, operational and financial issues yet to be resolved. In the next phase of the study the consultants must test the business case, identify an implementation programme, consider operational matters and of course the whole scheme must pass the test of sustainability.

Information about the exhibition will be featured on the Club Web page as soon as practicable.

We will provide further information as the scheme progresses and will consult with you at each stage. We will, of course, continue to promote the interest of Clwb Hwylio Pwllheli Saling Club through our representation on the Technical Group and we expect that our key role in driving the proposal forward will be maintained enabling the club to become the beneficiary of this scheme when it comes to fruition.

Stephen Tudor For the PSC Members of the Technical Group

04/03/2008

Gwynedd Council: Pwllheli Sailing Academy Exhibition
 

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Hayling Island Sailing Club.

The Technical Group has now approved the ‘Vision Statement’ and ‘The Statement of Objectives’ and these are attached. We would urge you to read these to understand the wide reaching objectives of the proposal.

Following approval of the Vision Statement & Objectives a number of possible options have been developed: these range from “do nothing”, extend the existing Club facility through to construction of a new building in different locations. The Marina Projects team has also undertaken an objective and robust appraisal of each of the options against criteria arising from the agreed Vision Statement.

Marina Projects Ltd presented its interim report to the Technical Group on 13th February. It is extremely encouraging and confirms that our original ideas are worthy of further detailed study and scrutiny. Despite our expressed opinion that other options for the positioning of the building are more suitable for the scheme, Marina Projects Ltd has presented a compelling case, with valid reasoning, that the project would be better served with a new Club building in an alternative location. They are recommending a building located with a direct relationship to the beach access and with the club room on the upper floor to take full advantage of the views over the beach and sea as well as the Harbour and marina. This is their professional and independent opinion.

We appreciate that this element of the project is beyond our existing mandate and might be considered to be radical but it will have many advantages to our members and could provide us with financial security for the future, with identified additional income streams.
 

Marina Projects Ltd has acknowledged that a substantial events market exists and Pwllheli has a strong reputation, particularly for hosting dinghy events arising from the natural advantages of the location. Marina Projects Ltd recognises the potential to expand this market but it will require investment in infrastructure. Without that investment our existing business and potential opportunities might be compromised by developments at other venues. It is our opinion that to do nothing is not considered a sustainable option nor in the long-term interests of the Club.
 

It had been the Technical Group’s original intention to have a public exhibition in January 2008 when the findings of the consultants could be shared with the Club members and public. An unforeseen delay has meant that the exhibition has now been scheduled for March 6th, 7th and 8th in Neuadd Dwyfor, Pwllheli. This exhibition is very much focused on providing an update on progress to date and identifying the next steps.
 

It is our intention to have a pre-exhibition presentation to the members on Wednesday 5th March at 1930hrs. The PSC team will be available to answer any questions that you may have. We will also hold a post exhibition meeting at the Club House at a convenient date to be arranged.

We must, however, emphasise that the scheme is still in concept stage and that there are many technical, operational and financial issues yet to be resolved. In the next phase of the study the consultants must test the business case, identify an implementation programme, consider operational matters and of course the whole scheme must pass the test of sustainability.

Information about the exhibition will be featured on the Club Web page as soon as practicable.

We will provide further information as the scheme progresses and will consult with you at each stage. We will, of course, continue to promote the interest of Clwb Hwylio Pwllheli Saling Club through our representation on the Technical Group and we expect that our key role in driving the proposal forward will be maintained enabling the club to become the beneficiary of this scheme when it comes to fruition.

Stephen Tudor For the PSC Members of the Technical Group

04/03/2008

Gwynedd Council: Pwllheli Sailing Academy Exhibition
 

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The Technical Group has now approved the ‘Vision Statement’ and ‘The Statement of Objectives’ and these are attached. We would urge you to read these to understand the wide reaching objectives of the proposal.

Following approval of the Vision Statement & Objectives a number of possible options have been developed: these range from “do nothing”, extend the existing Club facility through to construction of a new building in different locations. The Marina Projects team has also undertaken an objective and robust appraisal of each of the options against criteria arising from the agreed Vision Statement.

Marina Projects Ltd presented its interim report to the Technical Group on 13th February. It is extremely encouraging and confirms that our original ideas are worthy of further detailed study and scrutiny. Despite our expressed opinion that other options for the positioning of the building are more suitable for the scheme, Marina Projects Ltd has presented a compelling case, with valid reasoning, that the project would be better served with a new Club building in an alternative location. They are recommending a building located with a direct relationship to the beach access and with the club room on the upper floor to take full advantage of the views over the beach and sea as well as the Harbour and marina. This is their professional and independent opinion.

We appreciate that this element of the project is beyond our existing mandate and might be considered to be radical but it will have many advantages to our members and could provide us with financial security for the future, with identified additional income streams.
 

Marina Projects Ltd has acknowledged that a substantial events market exists and Pwllheli has a strong reputation, particularly for hosting dinghy events arising from the natural advantages of the location. Marina Projects Ltd recognises the potential to expand this market but it will require investment in infrastructure. Without that investment our existing business and potential opportunities might be compromised by developments at other venues. It is our opinion that to do nothing is not considered a sustainable option nor in the long-term interests of the Club.
 

It had been the Technical Group’s original intention to have a public exhibition in January 2008 when the findings of the consultants could be shared with the Club members and public. An unforeseen delay has meant that the exhibition has now been scheduled for March 6th, 7th and 8th in Neuadd Dwyfor, Pwllheli. This exhibition is very much focused on providing an update on progress to date and identifying the next steps.
 

It is our intention to have a pre-exhibition presentation to the members on Wednesday 5th March at 1930hrs. The PSC team will be available to answer any questions that you may have. We will also hold a post exhibition meeting at the Club House at a convenient date to be arranged.

We must, however, emphasise that the scheme is still in concept stage and that there are many technical, operational and financial issues yet to be resolved. In the next phase of the study the consultants must test the business case, identify an implementation programme, consider operational matters and of course the whole scheme must pass the test of sustainability.

Information about the exhibition will be featured on the Club Web page as soon as practicable.

We will provide further information as the scheme progresses and will consult with you at each stage. We will, of course, continue to promote the interest of Clwb Hwylio Pwllheli Saling Club through our representation on the Technical Group and we expect that our key role in driving the proposal forward will be maintained enabling the club to become the beneficiary of this scheme when it comes to fruition.

Stephen Tudor For the PSC Members of the Technical Group

04/03/2008

Gwynedd Council: Pwllheli Sailing Academy Exhibition
 

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