Aside from the joy of our sailing club, we would like to inform you of 5 of the Club’s priority structural projects:

1. High priority. The Grease Trap with associated plumbing needs to be installed to pass requirements by Sydney Water. Cost approx. $65,000. This project is in progress.
2. High Priority. The Kitchen. This is a continuation of our renovation project. At the time the kitchen was not touched but to be done in the near future. The kitchen has not been updated for at least 50 years, the oven breaks down regularly, the big commercial freezer is on it’s last legs and another fridge is needed. We have had kitchen consultants, Trippas White Group Head Chef with our chefs to advise the best possible result for our small space. All the old, damaged equipment will be replaced with new appliances and equipment. More stainless steel shelving will replace the old wooden ones and all new standards of health and safety requirements will be met. The result will be a more efficient use of the existing space. The job will take 6 weeks from signing, with only 8 days onsite for installation, 4 days either side of a weekend so that any disturbance to members will be minimal. The cost is approx $250,000.
3. High Priority. The Old part of the Wharf. Our beautiful old wooden wharf needs the rotted timbers replaced to improve the structural integrity. It will not change the look of the wharf. Cost will be $85.000
4. Mid Priority. Outdoor Lift. We would like to make it easier for members to access the top level of their club with or without wheelchairs. This would be possible with a small outdoor lift from back lawn to the back verandah. The gradient is too steep for a ramp. Quote $67,000. Timing dependant on council.
5. Low Priority. Front Lawn. Members have requested that the front lawn be levelled. This is being investigated and will take time for decisions and approval to be finalised. A preliminary quote has come in at $75,000.

With the money held back from subscriptions and the total of the development levy for capital expenditure, the club can afford $250,000 towards the projects. We therefore need to raise another $275,000 to start the projects.