November 2006
RESORT UPDATE
Whilst the rest of the country is going around changing
city, airport and street names we promise to keep Bantry
Bay the same and changing only the things that count in
keeping your timeshare in top condition.
In June we completed the bathroom renovations on the 3rd
floor which brings to an end this project. We also replaced
the carpets in the apartments and completed the
refurbishment programme in the one bedroom and luxury
studio apartments. We have now replaced all the toasters,
kettles and coffee machines with lovely new stainless steel
ones and plan to replace the microwaves and fridges next
year.
This year we undertook to redecorate the entire exterior of
Bantry Bay which required scaffolding the block in various
stages. Due to good rains in winter and the amount of repair
work required on the building this project took longer than
anticipated. I would like to thank all those owners who
endured this difficult period but I am sure that when you
next visit you will agree that the block now looks like new.
In the lounge we set up a hot spot connection to enable you
to link up to the internet with your own lap top via your
wireless connection and this has proven to be very
popular,- not that we are encouraging you to bring your
work on holiday.
During May we experienced a very difficult period with the
lift being out of operation for some 3 weeks whilst a part
was sourced from Italy. After a full inspection of the lift
and lift shaft we were advised that it should be replaced as
they could not guarantee the working operation any longer.
After a thorough tender process Otis was appointed to
replace the lift which will take place in weeks 1 to 8 of
2007.
Next year we will be starting the upgrade of the kitchens
and retiling of the apartments and balconies. This will be
completed in stages similar to the bathrooms starting on the
1st floor in August 2007.
It was with great regret that we had to wave Manie (from
reservations) a fond farewell after 10years service, but am
pleased to announce the promotion of Shaun Abrahams to
the position. In addition we welcome Arsula and Pelele to
our front office team and Gino to maintenance.
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As always I wish to extend my sincere thanks to the
Directors, Management Company and Staff for their
support and dedication to the overall operation of the resort.
I trust you will all have an enjoyable and peaceful holiday
break and look forward to yet another successful year at
Bantry Bay International.
Sean Daly
General Manager
CHAIRMANS REPORT 2006
This year my report to you via the Bantry Buzz is very
short indeed. Sean Daly (General Manager) has left
extremely little for me to report.
From his report you will see that we have been very busy
painting, retiling, replacing, renovating, etc, all over the
inside and outside of the resort.
We have now completed the retiling of the stairwell and are
well on the way to completing the passage ways.
The bathroom for 301 has now been completed and
certainly improves the value of that apartment.
I hope you like the new stainless steel kettles and toasters
and the new coffee machines. Look out for new fridges
and microwaves planned for next year.
As you may recall, Cape Town experienced some major
power outages earlier this year. The purchase and
installation of a generator was considered. All the owners
were contacted and we received ± 90 replies with
approximately even numbers for and against. When put to
the owners at the AGM nobody was prepared to second the
motion and as such it was not carried and quashed.
Hopefully we will be able to manage without one!
However, we have installed automatic emergency lights
which go on in case of a power failure and a device in the
lift to bring it safely to a stop at one of the floors. Our
computers are protected by a UPS (I have been told!)
As usual I must praise Sean Daly and his staff for another
great year, and our “team” of directors who keep us all on
our toes – my personal thanks and appreciation to all of you
and to our Managing Agent Fred Jenkings – who keeps us
in line regarding finances and legal matters.
Come to Cape Town and enjoy your beautiful resort!
I.Sacker
Chairman
MANAGEMENT REPORT
Many owners often question why we are constantly
changing and upgrading the resort rather than leaving
things the same and in so doing keeping the levy increase
down. As your management company one of our key
functions is to constantly review costs and possible savings,
but at the same time we must be mindful of the market and
customer demands.
Together with the directors and management of the resort
we review the guest feedback on a regular basis which
helps us identify areas of concern. We then set out short,
medium and long term plans for the resort and review them
on a regular basis and in doing so ensure that the owner and
customer demands are addressed.
In 2006 we completed some major renovations of the resort
as can be seen from Sean’s report and will continue in 2007
with these improvements. In particular a complete
replacement of the lift, which has been an area of concern
for some time now, has been scheduled for the early part of
2007. It is never easy to schedule major upgrades in a fully
sold resort, as the disturbances will inevitably affect
someone and we would like to thank all owners for their
understanding during these times.
As always I would like to wish our owners, directors,
management and staff of Bantry Bay all the best for the
festive season and coming year.
FRED JENKINGS
OVLAND TIMESHARE AND LEISURE
SPIRE PROPERTY SERVICES GROUP
LEVIES
Please remember to use your unit and week number as a
reference when making direct bank deposits and electronic
transfers.
Levies are due on 01st January 2006 and are interest
free if payment is received before 31st January 2006,
thereafter interest will be charged monthly on
outstanding balances.
DATES FOR RENOVATIONS
Lift Upgrade – Weeks 1 to 8
During which time we will not have use of a lift and there
will be some noise when they replace the landing door
frames.
1st Floor Kitchen Renovations and tiling – August 2006
Flexi occupation requests during weeks 31to 35 will be
accommodated in similar room types. The noise levels may
be an inconvenience but these will be kept to reasonable
times in the day.
TEAM BUILDING WEEKEND
This year saw the Bantry Bay team travel to Monkey
Valley Resort to discover our STAR potential, under the
guidance of motivator and facilitator Mike Swanepoel.
2005/2006 AWARDS
Bantry Bay International
Employee of the Year
Robert Mabusela - Reception
Room Attendant the Year
Albert and Tommy - Housemen
RCI Awards
Gold Crown Resort 2005/2006
Special Recognition Awards for excellent and consistent
service towards RCI and its members: Melita Andrews
Manie Smith
AA Quality Assured Programme
Highly Recommended 2006/2007