Saturday, July 22, 2006

Clubhouse survey results

The clubhouse renovation survey produced some interesting results and you can view them at

http://www.surveymonkey.com/Report.asp?U=231609379874

We had 53 responses, all from SOSA members and 100% thought that the clubhouse renovations were needed. Most stongly agreed that the renovations helped to maintain community spirit, added a comfortable atmosphere, and encouraged social intraction.

Also most respondents thought that the renovations will help to retain existing members although more thought that the renovations will appeal to new members. That certainly seems to be the case with greater recent numbers reported by Mike Sury.

A more frequent use of the clubhouse and the intention to bring a spouse and family were expressed by most members

As far as further projects are concerned the survey revealed a wide variety of suggestions.
  • Internet connection seemed to be popular although Martin says that this is not feasible at the moment
  • Pool s also a popular suggestion and the Board has discussed this old chestnut many times and but is concerned with liability apart from the maintenance and cost. Discussion is on-going
  • Office was also a frequent request and as you now know there is an office trailer located behind the clubhouse. Plans are to have a computer with See You and other software.
  • There are many others and that were very interesting and willget further consideration.

Thanks very much for your responses.

Many people were involved with the project and to single out some without others is difficult. However to be congratulated for extraordinary effort in undertaking the clubhouse renovations are Angelo Savoia and Dave Springford assisted ably by Virginia Thompson.

Paul Fish