Golf Committee Draft Minutes of Meeting - 8/12/11
Present:  Fred Sakacs, Dick MacAvoy, Jim Lagrosa, Barbara White, Larry Lutz, Frank Grau, Vito Montone, Ken Heavey, Bill Rooney, Mike Kline, Al Lutzi
Meeting called to order at 9:00 a.m. by acting Chairperson Dick MacAvoy
Minutes: Mike Kline stated that the architect’s drawing he brought in at the past meeting was of the first hole not the ninth hole as written in the minutes. Correction made and minutes approved as read.
Reports: Golf Course Superintendent -Mike Klein - Hole #1 is coming along nicely. The gravel, drainage, greens and tee mix are in place. They are presently working on irrigation around the tee boxes. Irrigation on the fairways should begin next week. The cart path is planned to go down the left side of the hole and around the green. Vito Montone was concerned about a steep drop in the cart path near the old white tee box. Mike said he would look into it. Jim Lagrosa asked how we would exit the course after finishing the ninth hole. Mike stated a path should be put in near the trees on the south side of the clubhouse. A discussion ensued as to where the carts should be parked after Hole #1 is completed. It was decided to follow up on this item at a future meeting. Mike Kline stated his crew had been working on the bunkers, weed whacking, and filling in depressions as needed.  Mike said the # 9 tee box had improved enough to open it again. Vito Montone asked what was going on with all the black looking soil on Hole #1. Mike Kline responded by saying that was the soil that was being removed from the installation of the stormwater collection and distribution system. Arrangements were made with a local landscaping contractor to give us a truckload of clean topsoil for each truckload of swamp soil we gave him. Mike mentioned that because we could not use the removed soil, this arrangement was a good thing. Dick MacAvoy asked about the purchase of a pump to remove water from the traps. After much discussion it was decided that Mike Kline would look into purchasing a gas-powered pump which would be paid for by the golf committee. 
Treasurer - Barbara White -Balance is $ 2,093.46.
Pro shop – Al Lutzi - The Play for Pink tournament went very well. The Senior Club championship is under way. The Rooney/Cowley Tournament is 8/27 & 8/28. Because of an expected large turnout, the nine hole 911 Tournament, will have two different starting times. The tournament which will be held on Sunday, 9/11/11, will have starting times of 10:00 and 1:30. The Annual Golf Awards Ceremony has been moved to Saturday, September 10th.  Al Lutzi stated because of the rainy weather and certain demographics we are about 700 rounds of golf behind last year at this time. Al noted that the decline in golf is a national problem and next year we will have a reduced twilight golf rate to try to get more afternoon golfers. A discussion ensued about our golf fees as compared to other area courses. The general consensus was that our fees might be too high.
HWGA  - No representative 
Tuesday League – Vito Montone - Everything is fine.
Thursday League – Dick MacAvoy – Rainouts have been made up and all is going smoothly with three weeks to go.
HASG – Carol Mihok absent.
Old Business: It was determined that the water around the tee boxes on Hole #2 was just excess ground water from all the rain we have had. Mike Kline said his crew should be able to come up with a way to divert the water to alleviate the problem in the future. Sari Lang was not present to discuss purchase of tables and chairs.
New Business: Frank Grau asked about putting in another set of tees that would have a total yardage shorter than the white tees and longer than the red tees. Jim Lagrosa stated the USGA is trying to get golfers to play from tees that have a yardage that is based on their average driving distance. The USGA’s thinking is that if golfers play from tees more suitable to their game, they will enjoy the game more, and in turn, play more golf. Hopefully this would help diminish the decline in golf course revenues. Jim Lagrosa and Larry Lutz will look into putting out a temporary set of tees (green tees) to be used on a trial basis until the end of the year. Frank Grau asked Mike Kline if he could put gravel in the ruts next to the cart paths. After some discussion it was decided it was not a good idea.  The cart paths for the holes to be renovated in the future will be wider and this should alleviate some of the rut problem. A member questioned if handicaps could be used for the Club Championship tournaments in order to get more people to play. Larry Lutz explained that handicaps could not be used when determining club champions. Larry said that some golf clubs, in addition to holding a Club Championship, have a tournament called the President’s Cup that uses handicaps. Larry will work with the pro shop to see if a President’s Cup tournament is possible. Jim Lagrosa brought up a problem that has been caused by the renovation of Hole # 1.  Jim’s concern is that there is no defined delineation between the road and the tee box area of the hole and it would be very easy for someone to drive off the road.  He was also concerned that during the snowy season, the problem could become worse. Mike Kline said he would look into putting boulders and/or shrubbery where it is needed. A letter to the POA describing the safety and protection issues and recommendations was approved by the committee and handed to Bill Rooney. Bill indicated he would have the Board examine for remedies.
  Meeting adjourned at 10:08am.
Respectfully submitted,
Larry Lutz

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Golf Committee Draft Minutes of Meeting - 7/8/11

Present:  Fred Sakacs, Dick Macavoy, Jim Lagrosa, Bob Dingee, Bruce Cameron, Barbara White, Sari Lang, Larry Lutz, Ralph Graf, Frank Grau, Vito Montone, Carol Mihok,
Meeting called to order at 9:04 a.m. by acting Chairperson Dick Macavoy
Minutes: Approved as read.
Reports: Golf course superintendent -Mike Kline stated that the unusual amount of rain we have had in the last month has caused considerable problems for maintenance of the golf course. Work has finally begun on Hole # 1. Eight additional trees from the original plan were removed as they were dying and would have to be taken down in the near future. The burlap that has become exposed in some of the sand traps has been removed. The velcro that holds the rain covers up on the golf carts has been replaced.  The #9 white tee box has been verticut, seeded and top dressed. A temporary tee has been set up. The temporary summer help has weed whacked all the holes and painted the storm shelters. Vito Montone raised a question about pumping the water out of sand traps after a heavy rain. Mike said it could be done and would look into purchasing a pump. Jim Lagrosa suggested moving the club washer from the first hole to the second hole until Hole #1 is reopened. Jim Lagrosa asked if the depression on the tee box of hole # 5 could be fixed. Mike said he would take care of it. Vito Montone asked how often the tee markers are moved. Mike said they are moved every day.  The problem of the geese on Hole #4 was brought up and Mike stated he would look into it and see what could be done. Larry Lutz asked if a sand / seed bucket could be placed at the mats to repair the divots from people hitting off the grass. Mike said he would put a bucket there. Mike was asked to raise the water pressure at the drinking fountain by the bathroom on hole #4. Mike stated that he is adding sand to the small depressions on the putting greens of hole #2 and #7.
Treasurer - Barbara White stated that on 6/10/11 our balance was $1,768.46. She collected money for 17 handicaps which makes the present balance $1,853.46. A total of 146 golfers have paid their handicap fees.
Pro shop – Jim Graham -The Camp Cadet Tournament was filled up and was very successful. Jim said the Golf Awards Ceremony on 9/11/11 would start at 12:00 instead of 1:00. The handicap computers have been adjusted to reflect the closing of hole #1. Jim stated sign up has begun for the HDA tournament on 7/23 and the Rally for the Cure tournament on 7/29. Jim mentioned that children under the age of 18 could play for free on Thursday afternoons between 12:00 and 3:00 when accompanied by an adult.
HWGA  - Jim Graham stated the league has 32 players and is trying to get more.
Tuesday League – Vito Montone - Everything is fine.
Thursday League – Dick Macavoy - A couple of rainouts need to be made up, but all is going smoothly.
HASG – Carol Mihok – The new tee time is working great.  Many people are going to the lunch special after golf.
Old Business: Sari Lang will look into having the Clubhouse purchase 3 eight foot tables and 20 folding chairs for use in the room opposite the pro shop.
New Business: Jim Lagrosa asked if anything could be done with the faulty culvert that goes under South Fairway near hole #9. Ralph Graf said they would be working on it but is going to be quite expensive to repair.  Mike Kline brought in a copy of the architect’s drawing of the new ninth hole which could be reviewed by the committee after the meeting.
Meeting adjoined at 10:03
Respectfully submitted,
Larry Lutz

Golf Committee radft minutes of Meeting - 5/13/11

Chairman Vito Montone called the meeting to order at 0900 and asked that Al Lutzi keep the minutes as Secretary Dave Pierce was unable to attend.
  In Attendance were Vito Montone, Dick Macavoy, Carol Mihok, Barbara White, Fred Sakacs, Bruce Cameron, Bob Dingee and guest Mike Kline and Al Lutzi.
Acceptance of previous minutes: The 4/8/2011 minutes were approved unanimously.
Superintendent’s Report: The pieces are falling in place for the start of construction on whole number one.  A pre construction meeting was held and we are awaiting the final permit from DEP.   We hope to begin construction on or around June 1.  The fairways and roughs have been fertilized and some cart path work has been completed. Mike is rethinking the gate valve installation until the construction to holes number one and nine are completed. The course is in real good shape considering we had over 7 inches of rain in the month of April
Treasurer’s Report: Barbara White reports she wrote a check for $107.98 for the T- caddies leaving a balance of $I,168.46 in the operating fund account. The scholarship account has a zero balance at the present time.
Pro Shop:  Al Lutzi reported that the Early Bird Tournament had to be cancelled due to the late opening of the golf course. The next tournament is the six person event on June 4.  The first social golf event will be held on Friday, May 27.  The dress code is now being enforced. All the new products for the 2011 season are in and he encourages everyone to come in and shop. George the new Food and Beverage Director has kept food cost increases for the golf outings to a minimum.
Leagues:  The HASG has a full roster and will start on June 2 with beer and hotdogs in the Clubhouse following the round. The Thursday men’s league started on May 12 and consists of 26 two man teams. The Tuesday men’s league starts on May 31. Their meeting is May 24 at 10:00 in the adult game room. The Monday Women’s league will start on June 6.
Old Business:  The broken T-boxes are complete and will be put on the course shortly.  The requirements for the golf scholarship were raised and it was suggested we table the issue until Ronnie Duffey returns at the next meeting.
New Business:  With renovation of hole number one, Al Lutzi thought a sign welcoming golfer’s, indicating that days cart rule, reminding golfer’s to repair ball marks, fix divots, rake traps, etc. could be constructed possibly by the woodworkers. Vito Montone suggested we put this in the budget for next year. The next meeting will be on Friday, June 10, 2011 at 0900 hrs. The meeting will be chaired by Ronnie Duffey.
Respectfully submitted Al Lutzi




Golf Committee Draft Minutes of Meeting - April 8, 2011

  Chairman Nick Kelly called the meeting to order at 9:01am in the Clubhouse Adult Game Room. In Attendance: Members Ronnie Duffey, Nick Kelly, Jim Lagrosa, Carol Mihok, Vito Montone, Dave Pierce, Fred Sakacs, Barbara White.  Guests Jim Graham, Al Lutzi, Mike Kline.
Acceptance of previous Minutes: 10/8/10 Minutes approved unanimously, Nick Kelly motion, Barb White second.
Reports: Superintendent:  Mike Kline spoke to Ralph Graf (who was scheduled at another meeting) to update information re hole #1 renovations as noted in the April Hideabout.  The approvals required from DEP on our erosion and sediment control plan have been received; those for the storm water collection and distribution (all made per state recommendations) are still pending.  If that occurs this month as anticipated, reconstruction will begin May 2.  Mike said the course survived the winter in good shape, there was very little snow mold damage this year.  Hopes are to open by Easter, weather permitting.  He also said the Board approved the leasing of 24 new golf carts, replacing those put in service in 2004 and 2005. 
Treasurer: Barb reported no changes since last meeting excepting receipt of one handicap fee, bringing our Operating Fund balance to $1276.44.  She reported number of Handicap Fee collections was about same (210 to 208) as previous year, but that receipts were taking place earlier.
Pro Shop:  Al Lutzi reported that the tournament schedule for the coming season is set (the pro shop will sponsor what has been the Ryan Beschner outing, Ryan will not be available this year as he is being married at about that time).  Pro shop also plans three socials for this season, probably on a Friday before Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day, details to follow.  The shop will continue to offer used golf clubs for sale, new dress code will be enforced this year and shop is ready to be opened.
Leagues:  HASG will go to a single 9am Thursday morning shotgun start with a membership of 68 players and 11 subs available, with an instructional meeting on 5/19 and play beginning 6/2.  Women’s League should be a 6/6 start, the TMML (64 players) a 5/31 start, and the TNML (could use some additional players) probably 5/5.  Details on meetings and confirmation of starting date will be published in the usual manner.
Old Business:  Ronnie Duffey presented recommendation for the Scholarship Committee (Ken Heavey, Dick MacAvoy are still away) addressing rules and qualifications for this year’s award.  Committee made comments which she will incorporate for consideration at next meeting.
  Dave Pierce reported that work on 30 square wooden containers (one for each tee marker location) with a screen bottom for broken tees was about 2/3 completed.  Vito Montone and Dave used the Woodworkers shop for assembling them; Dave was reimbursed with a committee check for $107.98 for the material cost.
  Nick officially stepped down as Committee Chair; committee agreed that the members would take turns as Acting Chairman for each meeting, Vito volunteered for the May meeting and Ronnie the June.
New Business: Discussion of new business was tabled to the next meeting when most of our committee members will have returned from their winter trips.  That meeting is scheduled for Fri., May 13, 9am in the Clubhouse Adult Game Room, at which time we adjourned.
Respectively submitted,  Dave Pierce