HertsRacer 222 Posted January 10, 2017 Pie in the sky, would never get backing from the local council or the tax payer! Aren't the local council considering something similar at Oxford? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theboss 727 Posted January 10, 2017 (edited) Aren't the local council considering something similar at Oxford? Considering it is a lot different to actually doing it.... when you bear in mind the financial dire straits most councils are in, do you believe under closer scrutiny they would see it as tax payers money being well spent? Just want to add that the financial fiasco up in Manchester will not help in the future when other councils CONSIDER things like this. Edited January 10, 2017 by jchapman 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bees_Man 454 Posted January 10, 2017 So how long will the riders give it before jumping ship if they can? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midland Red 2,383 Posted January 10, 2017 I read now that Cllr Stokes is considering a Compulsory Purchase Order for the stadium. http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/sport/speedway/coventry-bees-speedway-stadium-could-12429596 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kingbee 510 Posted January 10, 2017 Yes but how many years ago was that? Must be 70 years. Would it be worth potentially alienating a large part of the fan base with a change of name considering Speedway is struggling for fans as it is?It's not 70 years .But when you talk about alienating fans he done that last season when he took the concessions of for oap and lost money on that alone but beside all that I don't want to see Cov close I've been going for a long long time and I blame Martin Ochiltree Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Woz01 3,589 Posted January 11, 2017 It's not 70 years .But when you talk about alienating fans he done that last season when he took the concessions of for oap and lost money on that alone but beside all that I don't want to see Cov close I've been going for a long long time and I blame Martin Ochiltree There's a few people you could blame for this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Little Thumper 528 Posted January 11, 2017 Pie in the sky, would never get backing from the local council or the tax payer! In the Coventry telegraph, Mr Stokes spells out that such a move would be virtually impossible and would require the support of the majority of the council tax payers. I think Mr Stokes is just trying to scare the two parties into sorting something out by issuing this rather weak threat. Either the children sort it out between themselves or it's Goodnight Vienna. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trees 2,814 Posted January 11, 2017 In the Coventry telegraph, Mr Stokes spells out that such a move would be virtually impossible and would require the support of the majority of the council tax payers. I think Mr Stokes is just trying to scare the two parties into sorting something out by issuing this rather weak threat. Either the children sort it out between themselves or it's Goodnight Vienna. How many households in the area? How much would it cost each household to pay for it. Sometimes when shared out these things don't cost too much at all ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flagrag 704 Posted January 11, 2017 I believe today could be an important day for the Bees future as they need to provide a guarantee to BSPA that they will be operating in 2017 and I don't think they will accept them on the basis that if the work is completed in time. The club has to be fair to other clubs to arrange fixtures especially with such a busy international fixture list and also trying to fit in with Championship to avoid clashes. It is also only fair to the signed riders to guarantee them a job as if not other clubs have shown interest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Woz01 3,589 Posted January 11, 2017 (edited) I get the feeling well will at least start the season at Leicester. Does Hemsley still own the stadium? Edited January 11, 2017 by woz01 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skidder1 7,632 Posted January 11, 2017 (edited) With Horton already having a lease from brandon to run the stadium, its a shame that neither Brandon nor the Council could make Horton a business loan to buy back the fixtures and fittings (or get replacements) and re-install them all. The stadium would then be operational - as would the speedway - and Sandhu's Stox could then decide if they want to use Brandon on Horton's terms?! Or maybe Coventry Speedway could seek alternative Stox providers? Edited January 11, 2017 by Skidder1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Woz01 3,589 Posted January 11, 2017 (edited) With Horton already having a lease from brandon to run the stadium, its a shame that neither Brandon nor the Council could make Horton a business loan to buy back the fixtures and fittings (or get replacements) and re-install them all. The stadium would then be operational - as would the speedway - and Sandhu's Stox could then decide if they want to use Brandon on Horton's terms?! Or maybe Coventry Speedway could seek alternative Stox providers? That crossed my mind when it was said Horton and Cllr Stokes were having discussions. They could then buy Sandhu's fixture and fittings if he indeed was happy to sell. Edited January 11, 2017 by woz01 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theboss 727 Posted January 11, 2017 With Horton already having a lease from brandon to run the stadium, its a shame that neither Brandon nor the Council could make Horton a business loan to buy back the fixtures and fittings (or get replacements) and re-install them all. The stadium would then be operational - as would the speedway - and Sandhu's Stox could then decide if they want to use Brandon on Horton's terms?! Or maybe Coventry Speedway could seek alternative Stox providers? Good idea but if this happens I would not pin any hopes on even half the stadium being operational during race nights, including the main grandstand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gemini 4,894 Posted January 11, 2017 I get the feeling well will at least start the season at Leicester. Does Hemsley still own the stadium? I don't. As to who owns the stadium who knows as it's all very confusing ~ to me anyway. Doesn't David lease it from the council rather than actually own it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TesarRacing 1,825 Posted January 11, 2017 With Horton already having a lease from brandon to run the stadium, its a shame that neither Brandon nor the Council could make Horton a business loan to buy back the fixtures and fittings (or get replacements) and re-install them all. The stadium would then be operational - as would the speedway - and Sandhu's Stox could then decide if they want to use Brandon on Horton's terms?! Or maybe Coventry Speedway could seek alternative Stox providers? But it doesn't require a business loan from the Council though. Mick Horton could get a business loan through his commercial bank - he already has a business. This assumes the business plan meets the requirements of the business loan application. If it doesn't then he shouldn't be lending the money off anyone. Is the whole thing viable without the Stock cars? Lots of questions which is why we are not hearing much I guess! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites