Patrick - I think you're right, but (if I may be so bold):
I believe there is only one type of golfer who has both an inherent penchant to have golf courses favour his own game and the ambition/clout to have a great classic course renovated to serve this selfishly personal end:
A low handicap committee member.
In other words, a golfer just like you!
Now, don't get me wrong: I don't mean specifically you; I mean the Pat-Mucci-type, without of course the charm and architectural savvy.
You have to get on this, and quickly Pat. There is no one on this board better positioned to address this issue than you.
(One piece of unsolicited advice: don't quote Jaka B. It won't sound good coming out of your mouth. Personally I don't know how Tom D will get away with it either, but I know that if I tell him not to he'll be more determined than ever to do just that!)
Hoping you read this in the spirit it was intended
Peter