Questions & Answers

Questions and Answers

The Committee felt it should take the opportunity to publish the following requests for more information. We have answered the questions to the best of our ability. If you have any further questions please use the email link to submit them. We will not publish your name under any circumstances

What will this proposed regeneration cost the community financially?
Nothing, whatever happens will be borne by Portgordon Community Harbour Group Ltd. Remember it will be a charitable organisation with limited liability status. Everyone is working to make this an asset not a liability. This is not a new way of running a harbour there are a number of similar groups doing just this and successfully

I am not opposed to the scheme but I am opposed to paying for it?
The answer to the question above applies. We understand there may be doubt but what we are aiming for will not place a financial burden on any individual in the village

To suggest villagers will have to pay for this scheme is wrong and unhelpful what we need from the village is support. We are trying to improve things. We are all on the same side.

When will we see changes taking place?
The group has already made cosmetic changes, however the major part of the scheme depends on finance and that is the groups focus at present it all takes time and office bearers, although committed, cannot work full time on this scheme

I don't have a boat nor do I intend to get one. Where is the benefit for me?
When this scheme began the Group felt individual benefits may well be there but took the stance that it should adopt a view of what's in it for us, us being the local area hence the name Portgordon Community Harbour Group, with community being the operative word.

To go further the group would expect more visitors who in turn may well make use of traders in the village thereby helping their business needs, remember they operate in a commercial world that can only benefit from more trade. If they benefit so should we all
It isn't just about money, take a look down the road at Findochty, see the people wandering round enjoying the harbour it just adds life to the area

Will you achieve charitable status?
Yes provided we can demonstrate our capabilities in meeting the requirements to obtain this.

Will you get Lottery Funding?
We shall be applying for it. Clearly the money needed for this scheme will take the form of a grant or grants, the Lottery fund being one source. We are working toward this. In addition local funding from Raft Race & Gala Day, New Years Eve Dance and Tombola all generate funds and publicity for the Group

Can you give a date when it will all be finished?
In short, No. This is one of the most frequently asked questions, understandably so, however the Group has examined this aspect closely and it would be unfair to speculate because there are so many variables involved. What we can say is we are making progress

From the onset I liked the idea of harbour regeneration what can I do? I live in the village
For a start you can offer support. There are several options, just telling others you think it's a good idea to improve the harbour is helpful. Join in or even help with fundraising. Join the group make your voice heard. Offer help, advice. In short do as little or as much as you wish whatever support you offer will be most welcome