5. Short | Medium | Long Term Goals

Short Term Goals (2003)

i. Secure the use of at least one more playing/training area on grass.

ii. Seek planning permission, secure funding for and install an all-weather, Astroturf training facility at the rear of the Clubhouse.

iii. Seek planning permission for the demolition of the existing pre-fabricated structure which houses the bar, lounge, and assembly hall and for its replacement with a new permanent structure containing dressing rooms.

iv. Formalise 3-year sponsorship arrangements with 3-4 sponsors.

v. Improve the safety for Club members with the construction of new footpaths, a designated road crossing and signage at the roadside to the front of the Club premises.

vi. Open discussions with Limerick County Council, with the assistance of the Limerick County Sports Partnership, on the possibility of locating further playing areas for use in the long term. These discussions could commence on the publication of the Clubs 5-year plan.

Medium Term Goals (2004-2005)

i. Secure the long-term use of further playing areas.

ii. Construct new changing rooms – Further Lottery funding to be sought.

iii. Continue to raise the standard of coaching at all levels within the Club.

Long Term Goals (2006-2008)

i. Have in place and operational an adequate number of playing areas of suitable standard for all the teams within the Club.

ii. To have earned the reputation for providing top class facilities and for producing well coached players and teams while exercising integrity and fairness.