OCC Shutdown Announcement - January 7, 2021
Shutdown
With much heartache, the executive has come to the conclusion that it is unlikely that sports will resume in Alberta with enough time to salvage a season. I wish to emphasize that this decision was not made lightly, it has been made after much deliberation and sole searching. We feel that this is the best hope for the club’s financial survival and a full season next year.
Looking at new measures in other provinces, we are actually more “open for business” than most. It is more probable that further restrictions are forthcoming. Furthermore, there are two levels of restrictions to be removed prior to sports being green lit.
I have instructed Mike to commence with preparations to remove the ice. The weather is, so far, favourable and I hope the task is completed before any cold snap occurs.
Once everything is in place, we will turn off all unnecessary accessories, turn down the heat and implement any other cost saving measures we can find.
Refunds
I understand that the membership is wondering about a partial refund.
We will be pursuing the government to help us in this regard, we will also have to make a detailed analysis of our finances. Due to concerns of COVID, membership and league fee revenues were down substantially this year, partially topped up by government programs we qualify for. I don’t want to paint too bleak of a picture, but we will limp into next season regardless of how we proceed.
There will be more information about this at a later date.
This is a disappointing end to what we had all hoped would be a fun year of curling.
There are many members who have contributed so much to this club, and all of you do your part to keep it viable. I am particularly disheartened to have provided such a short season for the 25 new members that joined us this year. I hope everyone comes back next season and that it is a full and fun year.
In perspective, perhaps our problems are not so bad. COVID-19 has been a financial hardship to many people, closed some businesses permanently and let us never forget those that have lost their lives to this pandemic.
For the moment, let us reflect on the good we have in our lives and hope for better in the future.
Thank you and Happy New Year to all,
Tim Tomayer
President
oilfieldsccpresident@gmail.com
With much heartache, the executive has come to the conclusion that it is unlikely that sports will resume in Alberta with enough time to salvage a season. I wish to emphasize that this decision was not made lightly, it has been made after much deliberation and sole searching. We feel that this is the best hope for the club’s financial survival and a full season next year.
Looking at new measures in other provinces, we are actually more “open for business” than most. It is more probable that further restrictions are forthcoming. Furthermore, there are two levels of restrictions to be removed prior to sports being green lit.
I have instructed Mike to commence with preparations to remove the ice. The weather is, so far, favourable and I hope the task is completed before any cold snap occurs.
Once everything is in place, we will turn off all unnecessary accessories, turn down the heat and implement any other cost saving measures we can find.
Refunds
I understand that the membership is wondering about a partial refund.
We will be pursuing the government to help us in this regard, we will also have to make a detailed analysis of our finances. Due to concerns of COVID, membership and league fee revenues were down substantially this year, partially topped up by government programs we qualify for. I don’t want to paint too bleak of a picture, but we will limp into next season regardless of how we proceed.
There will be more information about this at a later date.
This is a disappointing end to what we had all hoped would be a fun year of curling.
There are many members who have contributed so much to this club, and all of you do your part to keep it viable. I am particularly disheartened to have provided such a short season for the 25 new members that joined us this year. I hope everyone comes back next season and that it is a full and fun year.
In perspective, perhaps our problems are not so bad. COVID-19 has been a financial hardship to many people, closed some businesses permanently and let us never forget those that have lost their lives to this pandemic.
For the moment, let us reflect on the good we have in our lives and hope for better in the future.
Thank you and Happy New Year to all,
Tim Tomayer
President
oilfieldsccpresident@gmail.com
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Ice Installation Update
CFEP Support Helps OCC Complete Main Floor Renovations
The Oilfields curling club would like to acknowledge the participation of CFEP by providing matching funds to our downstairs renovations. We were able to remove a dangerous step near the viewing windows as well as improve the functionality of our lobby.
It is of note that without this improvement, it would be much more difficult to implement a social distancing arrangement of seating. This provides a much better area for members to do their final preparations before enjoying a game of curling. The carpet also provides a much more cozy feel to the lobby and is easier to keep clean.
If funding becomes available, our next project will be to replace the carpet upstairs in the lounge. Stay tuned!
It is of note that without this improvement, it would be much more difficult to implement a social distancing arrangement of seating. This provides a much better area for members to do their final preparations before enjoying a game of curling. The carpet also provides a much more cozy feel to the lobby and is easier to keep clean.
If funding becomes available, our next project will be to replace the carpet upstairs in the lounge. Stay tuned!
