I support the redevelopment of Cliftonhill and the creation of a sports hub to support young people and promote sport in the local area.
“We would like to have a sports hub here at a redeveloped Cliftonhill.
“There is enough ground to build a sports barn which would be a multi-purpose facility.
“If we turned the pitch around, we could get two of them in. There is also enough space for three or four five-a-side pitches.
“I would say a capacity of 1500 would be suitable for the club’s needs.
“There is a lot of unused ground here and you think what could be done with a bit of imagination.
“We estimate that a £3.5million cash injection from the various funding sources could see the delivery of a top-notch hub."
As someone who cares deeply about the club (and its fortunes) Frank's words provide a lot of encouragement. Not only would we be improving our home ground, but we would be providing the local community with a top class (and accessible) sports facility. As a direct result, this would support healthy (and active) living in the area. The benefits of that are numerous and can only have a positive effect on Coatbridge and its surrounding areas.
Local SNP councillor Fulton MacGregor is also behind the plans. In an interview with the Coatbridge & Airdrie Advertiser he emphasised the need for such a redevelopment:
“I think this type of hub would help both people in the community and the team."
So, aye, if you believe that this is something that should be brought forward - and you support the proposed redevelopment - pop your name on the petition. Every single signature counts. We want to send a message to this with power that there is enough support for a development and this is one way in which to do it.
Thanks again.
Updates
October 30, 2012
The petition has now surpassed two hundred and fifty signatures in support of the Cliftonhill redevelopment proposal. This level of interest demonstrates a clear desire for modern sports facilities in our local area.
Reached 250 supporters
October 29, 2012
October 29, 2012
The feedback I receive regarding the potential for a new sports hub continues to highlight how much this facility is needed by our young people. I am currently working to organize a formal presentation of your collective interest to the local planning representatives.
Reached 100 supporters
October 25, 2012
October 23, 2012
We are currently approaching one hundred signatures for this proposal. Please consider posting the link to your personal social media accounts to help us reach this milestone.
6 Comments
This is a must. The last thing we want to see is a club like the rovers without a home in years to come. The likes of Clydebank come to mind....
CLIFTONHILL FOREVER. Keep the history by building the future. A sports hub is exactly what this town is missing.
Been going since the 80s and it breaks my heart seeing it like this. Hope this actually goes through this time.
Bout time someone did something about this. My son plays for the youth team and they deserve better than freezing changing rooms and mud.
The ground is falling apart. Used to be lucky to get a hot pie back in the day but now we just need a proper facility for the kids in coatbridge. Let's get it done.
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I support the redevelopment of Cliftonhill and the creation of a sports hub to support young people and promote sport in the local area.
“We would like to have a sports hub here at a redeveloped Cliftonhill.
“There is enough ground to build a sports barn which would be a multi-purpose facility.
“If we turned the pitch around, we could get two of them in. There is also enough space for three or four five-a-side pitches.
“I would say a capacity of 1500 would be suitable for the club’s needs.
“There is a lot of unused ground here and you think what could be done with a bit of imagination.
“We estimate that a £3.5million cash injection from the various funding sources could see the delivery of a top-notch hub."
As someone who cares deeply about the club (and its fortunes) Frank's words provide a lot of encouragement. Not only would we be improving our home ground, but we would be providing the local community with a top class (and accessible) sports facility. As a direct result, this would support healthy (and active) living in the area. The benefits of that are numerous and can only have a positive effect on Coatbridge and its surrounding areas.
Local SNP councillor Fulton MacGregor is also behind the plans. In an interview with the Coatbridge & Airdrie Advertiser he emphasised the need for such a redevelopment:
“I think this type of hub would help both people in the community and the team."
So, aye, if you believe that this is something that should be brought forward - and you support the proposed redevelopment - pop your name on the petition. Every single signature counts. We want to send a message to this with power that there is enough support for a development and this is one way in which to do it.
Thanks again.
Updates
October 30, 2012
The petition has now surpassed two hundred and fifty signatures in support of the Cliftonhill redevelopment proposal. This level of interest demonstrates a clear desire for modern sports facilities in our local area.
Reached 250 supporters
October 29, 2012
October 29, 2012
The feedback I receive regarding the potential for a new sports hub continues to highlight how much this facility is needed by our young people. I am currently working to organize a formal presentation of your collective interest to the local planning representatives.
Reached 100 supporters
October 25, 2012
October 23, 2012
We are currently approaching one hundred signatures for this proposal. Please consider posting the link to your personal social media accounts to help us reach this milestone.
6 Comments
Forget the Old Firm, it's the likes of Albion Rovers that make Scottish football what it is, without the small clubs there's no big clubs. #againstmodernfootball
This is a must. The last thing we want to see is a club like the rovers without a home in years to come. The likes of Clydebank come to mind....
CLIFTONHILL FOREVER. Keep the history by building the future. A sports hub is exactly what this town is missing.
Been going since the 80s and it breaks my heart seeing it like this. Hope this actually goes through this time.
Bout time someone did something about this. My son plays for the youth team and they deserve better than freezing changing rooms and mud.
The ground is falling apart. Used to be lucky to get a hot pie back in the day but now we just need a proper facility for the kids in coatbridge. Let's get it done.
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Forget the Old Firm, it's the likes of Albion Rovers that make Scottish football what it is, without the small clubs there's no big clubs. #againstmodernfootball