Heres A pie in the sky idea...Trust me, I had many great races at stanmore in the mid 90s, and im not ready to let them go, but how about this idea?
The clubs in question say they have approx. 2000 members, if those members can all afford to chip in $100 each, that would give them A considerable amount towards buying their own block of land. I am certain that land could be purchased somewhere inland around the border. Yes, there would be more travelling, but whats the alternative? I believe that the local bike shops and industry related businesses would contribute to the cause, increasing the revinue even more (you could even put livestock on adjistment for A small fee, keeping the grass down). The councils SHOULD be interested in supporting this idea, because they can wash their hands of the whole situation, providing they approve the project.
Insurance should not be A problem, A friend of mine runs Lytton track with their own insurance, they have not had A single problem with regards to claims.
M.A has a responsability to promote & grow the sport, possibly offering A grant to assist as well.
There is an opportunity to possibly become the masters of our own destinity if the right people with the drive to make it happen, make it happen.
Maybe i'm just dreaming...
