›› Questions for the Board, September 2007
How much of the £250,000 for Hayter has been received so far, and how has it been spent?
The actual figure received was £190k not £250k. It is being paid in payments as most transfers are and 1/2 is owed to Playershare.
What was the monthly wage bill for the last month of last season, and the first month of this season?
Wage payments are not normally disclosed (commercial confidence) but the current wage bill reflects our desire to achieve on the pitch.
The East Stand lift is not yet operative. Are there Health and Safety problems?
The Lift is being dealt with by Derek Borthwick and Rod Taylor. The Supporters Trust will follow this up.
Bradford City had a scheme whereby they sold Season Tickets at half price, if 10000 were sold. This was achieved. Will the club consider this for next year?
Yes it is a great idea and will be looked at. A target figure of 6000 is being considered.
How has the Key Equipment sponsorship money been used?
This is over a 3 year period and is commercially sensitive information.
Has the manager been given an ultimatum, or is his job safe, irrespective, because of the club’s financial position?
All managers are judged on results and ultimately Kevin will be judged on this, although it is still early into the season.
By signing players with a history of injury, do we make it difficult for ourselves?
Players histories are considered when contracts are drawn up.
Are we entering the Hampshire Cup this year?
Yes.
Why are the Bournemouth Poppies known as Bournemouth ( Saturday )?
No idea.
Why has the booking ticket fee doubled since last year?
There are alternative ways of purchasing tickets. The cost reflects normal costs.
Is smoking to be completely outlawed at half time, even outside the stadium?
The pass-out scheme is still on trial subject to fans behaviour and our Vice Chairman Steve Sly requests fans behave themselves so he can continue to have his half time cigarette.
Why is Cherries Official Website commercial page still not working properly?
At our club resources are always an issue. This is being looked at.
Why is the scoreboard still not working properly?
See the previous answer! Laurence Jones is working on resolving this, as the club is aware of the impression that a non-functioning scoreboard can give, and the commercial opportunities it can bring.
Any news on potential investors?
The club is always looking at ways to attract new investors and has recently produced a DVD for sponsors of all kinds. This is part of the oncoming programme of seeking investment.
Now that Target 1 ( to start the new season ) has been achieved, what’s the next target?
To end this season in the highest league position possible.
Were the Board surprised by the few negative comments made after they went into the North Stand v Walsall?
Disappointed but heartened by the overwhelming support we were given. Thanks to all the fans that gave their support.
Do the Board think that 3 defensively minded senior football staff may be the reason that we are struggling in the final third?
Coaching includes the ability to utilise the skills of every player. We have forwards with good track records of scoring goals.
Was KB told that we must take Begovic and play him whenever he is fit, in order to have other loans given to us from Portsmouth?
No.
Are we a feeder club for Portsmouth in all but name?
No, but we thank Portsmouth and all other clubs that have helped us in the past.
There is discontent in the supporters bar
Will the Board discuss this with Sodexho?
Prices are excessive and there will be a meeting with the Supporters Trust and Sodexho very shortly. The queuing system is a good idea and will be raised at the meeting. (Note: The Supporters Trust and Sodexho will be setting up a working group. We will be drawing up a survey to get your views).
AFC Bournemouth Supporters Trust