Golf 1996/03/28 GOLF ADVISORY COMMISSION
MINUTES
Thursday, March 28, 1996
4:00 P.M.
4th Floor Conference Room
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chairman Ed Klein
Vice - Chairman Jim Riley
Commissioner Bill Martin
Commissioner Jerry LeMar
Commissioner Howard Bartholomew
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Jack Kudron, Don Lewis, Gary Wimberly, Bob Johns, and
Cathy Godoy.
GUESTS PRESENT: Ed Stevenson
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Klein at 4:05 p.m.
Minutes of the February 29, 1996 meeting were approved on a motion by Commissioner Riley and
seconded by Commissioner Bill Martin.
ACTIVITY REPORT:
Jack Kudron reported the #11 Tee at Anaheim Hills will be redone, which will consist of opening
up and lowering the front of the tee, resulting in the creation of a blue tier, white tier, and a red
tier. Work will begin after the City Tournament.
ANAHEIM HILLS SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT:
Don Lewis reported on activities currently in progress at the golf course, such as aerification of
greens, application of gypsum, and overseeding the greens. Staff is in the process of removing the
old irrigation system and fine tuning the new system. Herbicide and fertilizer was applied to the
fairways to control the English daisy. The #12 Green is now open, with good comments coming
from the golfers. During the month of April the course will be detailed, which will include
planting color, installation of all new directional signs, and repair of the damaged areas from the
irrigation project. The lake will be drained and cleaned. Behind #12 Green, shrubs and trees are
being planted and installation of new chains around the small putter will be completed. The
television camera on #6 has been repaired. Vandalism has increased slightly, therefore, a security
guard has been hired until it subsides. Commissioner Bartholomew inquired on the oak tree on
#10. Don explained 50% of the oak tree was damaged during the last wind storm, and it was
necessary to remove the remaining sections of the tree.
DAD MILLER SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT:
Gary Wimberly reported on current activities completed on the course. Aerification of the
fairways took place, which consisted of fertilization, slicing the fairways, and application of
herbicide. A contractor also sprayed for English daisy and sprayed the pine trees for mites and
insects. A new cart path has been added on #2 Green and #3 Tee and an extension of #4 Tee.
Staff is working diligently getting the course ready for the City Championship Tournament.
Vandalism has increased slightly. The new light fixtures have been installed on the driving range
illuminating the teaching area and practice green.
DIRECTOR OF GOLF'S REPORT
Bob Johns reported that all cart batteries have been replaced at Anaheim Hills Golf Course.
E -Z -Go determined the batteries were defective. The cart barn storage area has been rearranged
so the carts will be rented out on a sequential basis. There is now a new "Courtesy Check"
system in place to enable the employees to correct a customer problem when it occurs, such as
mechanical cart problems, or an inconvenience to the golfer while visiting our course.
At Dad Miller Golf Course there are two new handicapped golf carts currently being tested for a
45 -day trial period. The cart is designed for the disabled golfer. In order that the City comply
with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), it is necessary for the golf course to be accessible
for the physically disabled. The carts are being provided by a manufacturing company and are
being tested nationwide. Bob Johns reported there has been a great deal of mechanical problems
with the carts. The carts are very unstable and feel as if they are going to turn over. The first
Senior Golf Association Tournament was very successful, with 28 participants. Next event is
scheduled April 16th.
FINANCIAL REPORTS:
A. February Financial Summary
Jack Kudron reported on the February Financial Summary Report. The course flooded
twice this month at Dad Miller due to rains, causing lower rounds this month. Rounds
were down 500 at each course. Revenue is still good year -to -date.
OLD BUSINESS:
A. City Tournament Status
Jack Kudron reported the advertisement street banners are in place. Ed Klein noted the
registration is up to 272 entries. Publicity is good this year, including the new Golf Section
in the Register and the LA Times. Discussion ensued.
B. Marketing Plan Status
Staff will work on recommendations of the Marketing Plan during the month of April, and
will bring back a plan to the Commission at the April Golf Commission meeting. A report
has been sent to the City Manager's Office describing the concepts on course names and
logos. An extensive discussion took place.
C. Dad Miller 7/8 Reconfiguration
Jack Kudron reported the 7/8 Reconfiguration Project is currently out to bid, with bids
closing in two weeks and construction to start by May 15th. There will be minimal impact
on play due to the construction. Jack Kudron answered questions from the Commission.
D. Anaheim Hills Driving Range Improvements
Jack Kudron reported the project is out to bid. A pre -bid contractors meeting took place
this week at the course. The bid opening is scheduled for April 4. There has been a lot of
interest on this project, with over 20 contractors pulling plans, which is a good indication
of competitive bids. Staff is hoping construction will start right after the City Tournament,
which would be around May 1. Construction will be approximately 60 days. While under
construction, there will improvements made to the range building, which after construction
is completed and the range opens, will have an attendant available to the golfer, similar to
Dad Miller. New targets and yardage indicators for the range, will be installed. Some
relandscaping will take place.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Ideas for Course Improvements Next Year
Jack Kudron asked for input from the Commission on possible ideas for course
improvements for next year. Commission Klein asked about the bunker on 3 at Dad
Miller. Jack Kudron indicated it would be completed this year. The Commission and staff
had an extensive discussion on various projects at both courses.
B. New Courtesy Check System
Jack Kudron explained the new courtesy check system. If the course has caused the golfer
an inconvenience or problem, i.e. cart battery problem, course maintenance problem,
depending on the inconvenience, golf staff would provide a courtesy check to the golfer
for a complimentary round and /or cart. The system has audit controls so no improper
issuance of a courtesy check should occur.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:13 p.m.. The next Golf
Commission meeting will be April 25, 1996 at 4:00 p.m.
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