The Ross Development Trust SCIO founded in 2016 Aim to replace Ross Theatre and improve WPSG Accessible to all – A Place for People Currently working with CEC within a development agreement to allow fundraising and construction
Ross Fountain Restoration Donated to city 145 years old Hasn’t worked since 2010 122 Pieces Restoration due for completion by Summer 2018
International Design Competition 125 submissions 7 shortlisted 1000 visitors to the Exhibition Technical review held 27 June 17 Independent Jury agree winning concept 11 July 17
Winning Concept American architect’s wHY Local partner - GRAS Flexible performance space 20% more green space Improved Access Public Favourite in Scotsman vote 96 million online reach
Where are we now? Potential donors have expressed caution regarding the future maintenance Reassurance needed from CEC to donors that their contributions will leave a legacy for the City Fundraising and design development temporarily suspended until we can give this assurance
Working with CEC to develop a Business Case (OBC) 3 facilitated workshops held in January to identify key areas of OBC Agree what can be offered for donor assurance Develop a sustainable maintenance model Reassurance to the public on access and usage Complete Business Case for review at Finance and Resources Committee in March
Next Steps Complete and approval given on OBC Resume Fundraising Further work on concept design development