A reasonable and concrete plan most often attracts energy and resources. Of equal importance is that the plan be built collaboratively by engaging the right expertise and interested parties. The strategy for your community must reflect community needs, be aligned with municipal priorities and have appeal to the broader population.

While the timing of developing and launching a plan is critical; having a plan that is ready and can be communicated and presented at opportune times is as beneficial. Letting the decision-makers know that the aquatic community has been thoughtful and reasonable and is a partner in the support of aquatic activity is good positioning at any time. There are times in municipal governance and administrative planning cycles that will clearly get the plan for an aquatic sport friendly facility greater visibility and traction.