We have a major problem with the Club premises. Having lasted 90 years since being built from ex-military huts, the centre section containing toilets, kitchen and office is now beyond economic repair and will become unusable within 2 to 4 years.

Your committee has accepted that this vital section must now be replaced, and has set an ambitious target of being ready to start work in January 2011. Plans have already been drawn up and the necessary planning approvals are in place, so the obvious concern is how we should pay for it.

At the AGM it was approved that we proceed with the new building. The internal layout is still to be finalised and we will have an informal meeting for all members to air their views.

Total cost is estimated at around £180,000.

We are already seeking grants from external bodies but we must also be ready to raise much of the funding ourselves. At this moment we have £50,000 in the kitty and the first few promises of donations by individual members. Now we need a big collective effort to find the rest.

If you have experience of organising major fund-raising we especially want to hear from you, but all members can play some part according to their circumstances and ability. We appreciate that cash is in short supply for some, whilst others are more able to contribute - but remember that you don't always have to spend your own money to bring extra money into the Club.

Apart from a donation or sponsorship below are some ways you could help:

1	Apply for life membership
2	Encourage potential new members
3	Suggest money raising events
4	Come to the Club more often (the food has improved dramatically in the last year)
5	Reserve club facilities for your family parties or celebrations
6	Encourage other clubs/associations to use our facilities