County Golf Division – Policy and Procedures Manual

COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO

Department of Regional Parks - Golf Division

Policy and

Procedures Manual

Revision Date: August 2019

Prepared by: Greg Bliek, Golf Division Manager

Approved by: Liz Bellas, Director

 Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

 Cherry Island Golf Course

 Mather Golf Course

S ACRAM EN T O C OU N T Y G O L F D I VI S IO N

Policy and Procedures Manual

Golf Division

10361 Rockingham Drive, STE 100

Sacramento, California 95827

Phone 916-875-6757• Fax 916-875-6050

County Golf Division – Policy and Procedures Manual Revision Log

Revision Date Page(s) Revised Section Revised Description of Revision(s)

January 2015 All All Position updates, Fees, PAP

May 2016 D1-D6 Fee increases

August 2019 All Any related to addresses or position changes

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Table of Contents

Page

General Information ............................................................................................... 1

1.1 Introduction........................................................................................................................... 1

1.2 Our Vision ............................................................................................................................. 1

1.3 Our Mission .......................................................................................................................... 1

1.4 Purpose of This Manual ........................................................................................................ 2

1.5 Updates and Revisions .......................................................................................................... 2

1.6 Golf Division Contact List .................................................................................................... 2

Description of Facilities ........................................................................................ 1

2.1 Ancil Hoffman Golf Course .................................................................................................. 1

2.2 Cherry Island Golf Course.................................................................................................... 1

2.3 Mather Golf Course .............................................................................................................. 2

2.4 Campus Commons Golf Course ............................................................................................ 2

Responsibilities ........................................................................................................ 1

3.1 Course Operation & Maintenance........................................................................................ 1

3.2 Security and Law Enforcement ............................................................................................. 1

3.3 Golf Shop and Restaurant Operations .................................................................................. 1

3.4 Player Assistant Program ..................................................................................................... 2

3.5 Course Affairs Committees ................................................................................................... 2

3.6 Sacramento Golf Council ...................................................................................................... 2

3.7 Equal Access Provision......................................................................................................... 2

Facilities and Services .......................................................................................... 1

4.1 Golf Course Public Access Information ............................................................................... 1

4.2 Golf Shop .............................................................................................................................. 1

4.3 Driving Range ....................................................................................................................... 1

4.4 Restaurants ........................................................................................................................... 1

4.5 Alcohol Policy ....................................................................................................................... 2

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4.6 Tournament Room ................................................................................................................. 2

4.7 Ancil Hoffman Trophy Room ................................................................................................ 2

4.8 NCGA Computer- Policy/Procedures ................................................................................... 2

4.9 Ancil Hoffman Picnic Area Policy ........................................................................................ 2

Course Play and Operation Policies ................................................................ 1

5.1 Etiquette and Rules for Golfers............................................................................................. 1

5.2 Removal of Golfers from the Golf Course ............................................................................ 1

5.3 Golf Carts.............................................................................................................................. 2

5.4 Disabled Golfer Golf Cart Policy ......................................................................................... 2

5.5 Turf Condition Categories .................................................................................................... 4

5.6 Golf Bags and Clubs ............................................................................................................. 4

5.7 Number of Players ................................................................................................................ 4

5.8 Shotgun Starts ....................................................................................................................... 4

5.9 Shoes ..................................................................................................................................... 4

5.10 Dress Code ........................................................................................................................ 4

5.11 Rain Check Policy ............................................................................................................. 5

5.12 Inclement Weather Closure ............................................................................................... 5

5.13 Frost Policy ....................................................................................................................... 5

5.14 Cooler/Ice Chest Policy .................................................................................................... 6

Administrative Policies ......................................................................................... 1

6.1 Green Fees ............................................................................................................................ 1

6.2 Holidays ................................................................................................................................ 2

6.3 Complimentary Play ............................................................................................................. 3

6.4 Student Team Play ................................................................................................................ 4

6.5 Nine-Hole Play...................................................................................................................... 5

6.6 Time of Day/Year Play .......................................................................................................... 5

6.7 League Play .......................................................................................................................... 5

6.8 Junior Golf Etiquette Classes ............................................................................................... 6

6.9 Starting Times/Intervals ........................................................................................................ 6

6.10 Reservations for Starting Times ........................................................................................ 6

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Home Clubs ............................................................................................................... 1

7.1 General Description.............................................................................................................. 1

7.2 Home Club Privileges ........................................................................................................... 1

7.3 Benefits to the Golf Course ................................................................................................... 1

7.4 Designated Home Clubs ....................................................................................................... 2

Tournament Procedures ...................................................................................... 1

8.1 Home Club Tournaments ...................................................................................................... 1

8.2 Special Tournaments ............................................................................................................. 2

8.3 Tournament Reservation Deposits- Home Clubs .................................................................. 2

8.4 Other Tournament Groups .................................................................................................... 3

8.5 Sacramento Golf Council ...................................................................................................... 3

8.6 Tournament Booking and Cancellations .............................................................................. 5

8.7 Tournament Start Policy ....................................................................................................... 7

8.8 Premium Tournament (Shotgun Tournaments) .................................................................... 7

8.9 Weekend Special Events (Tournaments) ............................................................................... 8

8.10 Allocation of Fees ............................................................................................................. 8

8.11 Booking Procedures .......................................................................................................... 8

Club House/Maintenance..................................................................................... 1

9.1 Club House Maintenance Guidelines ................................................................................... 1

9.2 Ancil Hoffman Golf Course Club House Maintenance ........................................................ 1

9.3 Cherry Island Golf Course Club House Maintenance .......................................................... 1

9.4 Mather Golf Course Club House Maintenance .................................................................... 2

Equipment at Sacramento County Golf Courses ....................................... 1

10.1 County Owned Equipment ................................................................................................ 1

Emergency Procedures ....................................................................................... 1

11.1 Emergency Procedures ..................................................................................................... 1

Course Affairs Committee Guidelines ............................................................ 1

A-1 Introduction........................................................................................................................... 1

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A-2 History................................................................................................................................... 1

A-3 Committee Composition ........................................................................................................ 1

A-4 Purpose ................................................................................................................................. 2

A-5 Committee Member Appointments ........................................................................................ 2

A-6 Duties of Officers on the Committees ................................................................................... 4

A-7 Duties of the Committees ...................................................................................................... 5

A-8 Course Evaluation Guidelines .............................................................................................. 6

Organizational Chart .............................................................................................. 1

Sacramento Golf Council By-Laws .................................................................. 1

Sacramento County Golf Course Fee Schedule ......................................... 1

D-1 Golf Fee Schedule ................................................................................................................. 1

Player Assistant Program .................................................................................... 1

E-1 Program Overview ................................................................................................................ 1

E-2 Slow Play Policy & Implementation Procedure ................................................................... 2

E-3 Additional Player Assistant Duties ....................................................................................... 3

E-4 Enforcement Of Course Rules ............................................................................................... 3

E-5 Observed Misuse of Golf Course .......................................................................................... 3

E-6 Non-Golfers........................................................................................................................... 3

E-7 General Guidelines ............................................................................................................... 4

E-8 Player Assistant Benefits....................................................................................................... 4

Sacramento County Liability Incident Report ............................. 1

Location Maps .......................................................................................................... 1

Adaptive Golf Cart Policy ..................................................................................... 1

H-1 Use of Adaptive Golf Carts ................................................................................................... 1

H-2 Cart Availability.................................................................................................................... 2

H-3 Cart Fees and Revenue Breakdown ...................................................................................... 2

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Golf Course Evaluation Guidelines and Form .............................................. 1

I-1 Evaluation Guidelines .......................................................................................................... 1

I-2 Evaluation Form .................................................................................................................. 7

Golf Course Maintenance Standards ............................................................. 0

County of Sacramento .......................................................................................... 1

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General Information

1.1 Introduction

Interest in golf has increased in Sacramento County, as it has throughout the United States.

There has also been a tremendous increase in competition for golf rounds between various

daily fee and municipal golf course operators. Those who use the County’s golf courses may

desire information about our policies and procedures. This manual will assist in clarifying

questions and concerns. It will become necessary to periodically examine the golf course

manual to ensure that it meets the diverse needs of all those who use our facilities.

1.2 Our Vision

“To offer the highest quality public golf course facilities and services to the widest range of

County residents and visitors to the region, at affordable prices.”

1.3 Our Mission

Sacramento County managers and staff strive to provide quality golf experiences for

customers and Sacramento County residents by:

A. Assessing reasonable rates

B. Providing well operated and maintained facilities

C. Hiring and training employees whose attitude and skill level enhances the recreational

experience for our customers

D. Improving facilities consistent with capital improvement goals

E. Applying sound management practices in the operation of the golf courses

F. Providing equal access to all

G. Growing the game of golf as called for by the United States Golf Association (USGA)

H. Insuring that the Golf Fund remains self-supporting (as directed by the Board of

Supervisors)

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1.4 Purpose of This Manual

A. The purpose of this manual is to establish uniform policies and procedures to govern the

operation, maintenance and use of Sacramento County owned and operated golf courses.

This manual provides information of a directive nature for members of the Sacramento

County Department of Regional Parks staff, fee managers, and concessionaires operating

each golf course.

B. In order to keep the manual up-to-date, Department staff will attempt to review and revise

the manual every two years. However, the manual should be reviewed and revised as

necessary to remain an effective tool in managing County Policy. Suggestions for clarity

of content are welcome and should be submitted, in writing, to the Golf Division.

Greg Bliek, Golf Division Manager

Department of Regional Parks

Golf Division

10361 Rockingham Drive, STE 100

Sacramento, CA 95827

1.5 Updates and Revisions

The manual has been designed so that changes, additions, and revisions can be distributed and

inserted into the manual without altering the page numbering system. A log sheet should be

maintained by each designated “holder” of the manual to insure that it is kept up to date.

A. Golf Policy Procedures Manual Holders – Distribution List

Position

Holder

Agency Head, Robert Leonard

Exec. Secretary

Parks Director

Liz Bellas

Golf Division Manager

Greg Bliek

Ancil Hoffman - Golf/Park Maintenance

Golf Shop Manager

Food & Beverage Manager

Greg Bliek

Asa Jenning

Derek Smith

Cherry Island - Golf Shop Manager

Golf Course Superintendent

Food & Beverage Manager

Marcus Patterson

Craig Strong

Jeff Stevens

Mather - Golf Shop Manager

Golf Course Superintendent

Restaurant Manager

Curt David

Moody Ayeb

Daniel Fuchino

Fee Managers - CourseCo Inc. and Empire Golf Inc.

merged in 2019. Empire will dissolve at expiration of agr.

Mike Sharp

Rod Metzler

Sacramento County Recreation & Parks Commission (5)

Commissioners

Sacramento Golf Council, All Members (26)

Members

Course Affairs Committees, All Members (15)

Members

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1.6 Golf Division Contact List

Automated Tee-Time Reservation System 368-PUTT (7888)

NOTE: The area code for all numbers is 916 unless listed.

Administration Work Fax Email

Greg Bliek, Golf Division Manager 875-6757 875-6050 [email protected]

ASO III – Adriane Rosemond 875-5925 875-6050 [email protected]

Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

Maintenance

Greg Bliek, Park/Golf Maintenance 482-9792 482-9796 [email protected]

Johnny Galvan, Park Maint. Worker 482-9792 482-9796

Jay Nilan, Park Maint. Worker 482-9792 482-9796

Golf Shop 482-3284 482-1206

Asa Jennings, Golf Shop Manager 482-3813 482-3089 [email protected]

Kyle Metzler, Head Professional 482-3813 482-3089 kmetzler@golfancilhoffman.com

Restaurant

Derek Smith , F&B Manager 481-1701 [email protected]

Cherry Island Golf Course

Maintenance

Craig Strong, Superintendent 991-7659 991-0771 [email protected]

Golf Shop 991-6875 991-6512

Marcus Patterson, Golf Shop Mgr 991-7293 991-6512 [email protected]

Restaurant

Jeff Stevens, F&B Manager 991-2451 [email protected]

Mather Golf Course

Maintenance

Moody Ayeb, Superintendent 364-4361 364-4360 [email protected]

Golf Shop 364-4354 364-4360

Curt David, Golf Shop Manager 364-4354 364-4360 [email protected]

Restaurant

Daniel Fuchino, F&B manager 364-4354 364-4360 [email protected]

Campus Commons Golf Course

Dale/Wendy Arinno, Maint./Operations 922-5861 [email protected]

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Description of Facilities

2.1 Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

A. Ancil Hoffman Golf Course is a nationally ranked (top 75 public golf courses by Golf

Digest), 18-hole, championship golf course, par 72 for men and par 73 for women.

The course ratings are as follows:

Gold Tees (Men)

Rating 73.3

Slope 131

7,009 yards

Blue Tees (Men)

Rating 71.3

Slope 126

6,538 yards

White Tees (Men)

Rating 68.8

Slope 120

6,016 yards

White Tees (Women)

Rating 74.8

Slope 132

6,016 yards

Black Tees (Men)

Rating 66.6

Slope 116

5,517 yards

Black Tees (Women)

Rating 71.5

Slope 125

5,517 yards

Green Tees (Men)

Rating 64.7

Slope 113

5,107 yards

Green Tees (Women)

Rating 69.1

Slope 117

5,107 yards

B. The course was designed by William Bell Jr. and opened for play on May 15, 1965.

The facility includes a 2186 square foot full service golf shop, a 2163 square foot

restaurant with a full service bar, a tournament room in the clubhouse, and the Ancil

Hoffman Trophy Room building, which is now used as the performance studio for the

teaching academy. The golf course has a driving range, two practice putting greens

and a practice bunker available for instruction and individual use. (See attached

location map at Appendix G)

2.2 Cherry Island Golf Course

A. Cherry Island Golf Course is an 18-hole, championship golf course, par 72 for men

and par 72 for women. The course ratings are as follows:

Blue Tees

Rating 71.9

Slope 129

6,562 yards

White Tees

Rating 70.8

Slope 124

6,201 yards

Gold Tees

Rating 71.8

Slope 121

5,556 yards

Red Tees

Rating 70.0

Slope 117

5,163 yards

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B. The course was designed by Robert Muir Graves and opened on June 1, 1990. The

facility includes a 2603 square foot full service golf shop and a 4231 square foot

restaurant with a full service bar and patio area. The golf course has a driving range,

practice putting and chipping greens for instruction and individual use. (See attached

location map at Appendix G)

2.3 Mather Golf Course

A. Mather Golf Course is an 18 hole, championship golf course, par 72 for men and par

74 for women. The course ratings are as follows:

Blue Tees

Rating 71.8

Slope 125

6,734 yards

White Tees

Rating 70.3

Slope 123

6,436 yards

Red Tees

Rating 72.4

Slope 119

6,028 yards

Forward Tees

Rating 71.7

Slope 123

5,811 yards

B. The course was designed by Jack Fleming and built by the U.S. Air Force. The first

nine holes opened in 1958 with the second nine opening in 1963. The County

purchased the golf course from the Air Force and opened it for public play in May

1994. The facility includes a 6,700 square foot clubhouse including a full service golf

shop and restaurant with covered outside seating. The outside facilities include a

driving range, practice bunkers, putting and chipping greens as well as a reservable

practice and teaching area. (See attached location map at Appendix G)

2.4 Campus Commons Golf Course

Campus Commons Golf Course is an “Executive” 9-hole golf course located within the

American River Parkway. The golf course was designed by William C. McDowell and was

built in 1973. This County-owned, nine-hole golf course is currently under a long-term lease

to independent contractor CAMPUS COMMONS GOLF COURSE PARTNERSHIP for

development, operations, clubhouse, and parking area. Maintenance and operation of the golf

course is performed solely by the private operator, with limited County involvement. As a

result of the lease provisions, this course is excluded from these policies and procedures. The

Campus Commons lease term expires April 30, 2012, with a ten-year option for extending the

agreement.

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Responsibilities

3.1 Course Operation & Maintenance

The following golf courses are owned by Sacramento County and managed by the

Department of Regional Parks, Golf Division.

Golf Course

Maintenance Responsibility

Ancil Hoffman

County

Cherry Island

Empire Golf Inc.

Mather Golf Course

CourseCo Inc.

Campus Commons

Campus Commons Golf Partnership

3.2 Security and Law Enforcement

The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department and the Department of Regional Parks’s

Ranger Unit provide enforcement of laws and ordinances within the park/golf course.

3.3 Golf Shop and Restaurant Operations

Agreements are publicly bid and awarded by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors.

Negotiation, supervision, control and monitoring of the contracts are responsibilities of Golf

Division staff.

A. Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

1. The Golf Shop at Ancil Hoffman Golf Course is operated under a fee

management agreement with Empire Golf, Inc.

2. The Restaurant at Ancil Hoffman Golf Course is operated under a fee

management agreement with Empire Golf, Inc.

B. Cherry Island Golf Course

All facilities at Cherry Island Golf Course are operated under a fee management

agreement with Empire Golf, Inc.

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C. Mather Golf Course

All facilities at Mather Golf Course are operated under a fee management

agreement with CourseCo Inc.

D. Campus Commons Golf Course

All complete facility at Campus Commons Golf Course is operated on a long term

lease between the County of Sacramento and CAMPUS COMMONS GOLF

COURSE PARTNERSHIP.

3.4 Player Assistant Program

Player Assistants are volunteers whose services are used by the County of Sacramento to serve

the public good. Their duties include regulating pace of play and coordinating emergency

services on the golf course as may be necessary. Managing Player Assistant services is the

responsibility of the Fee Managers. Services are required during peak periods of play,

tournaments, and at other times, as needed, to reduce slow play and maintain orderly play on

the golf course. See Appendix E for a detailed list of the duties and responsibilities of Player

Assistants.

3.5 Course Affairs Committees

A. A Course Affairs Committee has been established at each golf course and serves as an

advisory body to the Director. The Committees are typically involved in green fee

evaluations and course condition reviews. The composition of the Committee is

described in this manual in Appendix A. An organizational chart that depicts the

relationship of golf course organizations and agencies to the Golf division is included

in Appendix B.

B. The Department encourages ‘Home Clubs’ from each golf course to provide

representation on the Course Affairs Committee at each course. Organizations

currently recognized as ‘Home Clubs’ are identified in Section VII of this manual.

3.6 Sacramento Golf Council

The Sacramento Golf Council is a non-profit, non-political, voluntary organization composed

of a maximum of 26 members who are residents of the City and County of Sacramento. The

Golf Division Manager, County Golf Division and the City of Sacramento Golf Administrator

jointly appoint individuals to the Golf Council for two-year terms. (See Appendix C, Council

By-Laws)

3.7 Equal Access Provision

The County of Sacramento prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin,

age or disability in their programs or activities. If anyone believes he or she has been

discriminated against in any recreation activity, program, or facility, a complaint may be filed

with the Department of Regional Parks, 4040 Bradshaw Road, Sacramento, California 95827,

or call (916) 875-6961.

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Facilities and Services

4.1 Golf Course Public Access Information

Sacramento County golf courses are scheduled to be open for play each day of the year. Play

is normally permitted on each golf course, seven days a week, from sunrise until dark. In the

event a golf course becomes unplayable, the Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Shop Manager,

or his/her designated representative may close the golf course. These individuals, for each golf

course, are listed on page 2-3. In the event the Golf Course is closed, the Superintendent or the

Golf Shop Manager must notify the Golf Division Manager.

4.2 Golf Shop

The golf shops are operated under a fee-for-service management agreement with the County.

Hours of operation are from sunrise to dark, seven days a week. Services provided:

A. Starter and reservation services

B. Player Assistant services

C. Golf merchandise sales, services and repair

D. Golf instruction

E. Driving range

F. Equipment rental

G. Golf cart rental and maintenance

H. Tournament booking

I. Participation with course affairs committee activities

J. Minor facility improvements

4.3 Driving Range

The driving range is open to the public during golf shop hours. The golf shop is responsible

for all driving range operations and up-keep. The Golf Course Superintendent is primarily

responsible for maintaining the turf on the range and determines when use is allowed.

4.4 Restaurants

The restaurants are operated under contract with the County. Services consist of restaurant

food and beverage sales, on-course food and beverage cart sales, and catering services. Hours

of operation may very but are typically from sunrise until dark, seven days a week during peak

periods, unless the course is closed earlier due to inclement weather. Restaurant hours may

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vary with the season, as well as, differences in operating hours spelled out in each operating

agreement.

4.5 Alcohol Policy

Restaurant managers and serving staff will abide by the laws of the State of California when

serving alcohol. Responsible sale of alcohol is the primary responsibility of the restaurant

manager, but all staff must use good judgment when serving alcohol. Alcohol certification

training is required by all restaurant managers and is recommended for all serving staff.

4.6 Tournament Room

The Ancil Hoffman Tournament Room is located in the clubhouse for use by recognized

tournament groups. There is no fee for its use. Empire Golf Inc. staff is responsible for

keeping the bulletin boards clean and organized.

4.7 Ancil Hoffman Trophy Room (Oak Room)

The Ancil Hoffman Trophy Room, now called the Oak Room, has 1,149 square feet of floor

space. The building was opened in 1976 and named in honor of the late Ancil Hoffman, who

was a member of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors. The room is now used by the

teaching academy as an indoor teaching and fitness room as well as offices for instructors. A

netted hitting station and putting surface were installed in 2013. Empire Golf Inc. is

responsible for up-keep and care of this room. The room contains men and women’s restroom

facilities. There are no kitchen facilities.

4.8 NCGA Computer- Policy/Procedures

The Home Clubs at each golf course are responsible for the maintenance, upkeep, reporting of

errors and problems, and upgrading of the NCGA Computer at each golf course. The golf

staff will determine where the computers are located.

4.9 Ancil Hoffman Picnic Area Policy

The Ancil Hoffman Restaurant Manager is allowed to use the Picnic Area adjacent to the

Ancil Hoffman Golf Course for catered events, both golf and non-golf related (see attached

map at Appendix G). The Restaurant Manager will be the only person allowed to reserve this

picnic area, other than those events designated by the Department and handled internally by

Department Staff. As part of the responsibility for reserving this area, the Restaurant Manager

must coordinate with the Department’s Ranger Unit to advise them of the reserved use of this

area. The following procedures must be followed for events where the Ancil Hoffman

Restaurant Manager is using the designated picnic area.

A. Informing the Ranger Unit

The attached form to Section 4, contains information listed below that is required

by the Ranger Unit. The Restaurant Manager must complete and fax this form to

the Ranger Unit at 875-6632 at least one week in advance of a scheduled event.

1. Date and time of the Event

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2. Name of the group using the picnic area

3. Whether the event is golf or non-golf related

B. Golf Related Event Procedures

These are events that precede or follow a golf outing where the participants are

having the food catered by the Ancil Hoffman Restaurant Staff.

1. The Ranger Unit must be notified so they can advise the kiosk personnel

with the name (and location) of the event so the participants will not be

charged for parking and can be given directions.

2. The event participants need to be advised to tell the kiosk operator that

they are there for the event (by name) so they will not be charged for

parking.

C. Non-Golf Events

Events that are strictly catered by the Ancil Hoffman Restaurant Staff with no

golf involved.

D. Ranger Notification

The Ranger Unit must be notified so they can provide the kiosk personnel with

the name (and location) of the event so directions can be given and to ensure the

parking charges are handled in one of the following pre-arranged formats:

1. Pre-Paid Parking - Parking is paid in advance through the Restaurant

Operator to the Ranger Unit and participants are provided with proof of

payment chits to give to the kiosk.

2. Normal Payment Process - Participants in the event pay as they enter

individually and are advised of the park fee in advance.

3. Post-Payment Parking - Arrangements are made in advance with the

Ranger Unit to have the kiosk staff keep track of the number of participant

vehicles so that a bill can be sent after the event to either the Restaurant

Operator or to the group holding the event for payment.

E. Restaurant Operator Reservation Procedures

1. The Restaurant Manager will place a permanent sign in the picnic area

stating “This area is reserved by the Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

Restaurant for catered group events by calling (916) 481-1701.”

2. The Restaurant Manager will insure the reserved area is identified the

evening before the event to preclude a non-scheduled group from claiming

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it the morning of the event. This can be done with signs or by taping off

the designated area.

3. The Restaurant Manager and Staff will insure that no vehicles are allowed

to drive or park on the turf areas around the picnic area.

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Ancil Hoffman Park Picnic Area

Event Notification Form

The following event is being catered at the Ancil Hoffman Park Picnic Area by the

Ancil Hoffman Restaurant.

Date of Event: ______________ Time of Event: _______________

Name of Group & Event: __________________________________________

Contact Person: ____________________________ Phone: _________________

Estimated Number of Attendees: _____________________

Is this event part of a Golf Tournament?: Yes: No:

Is this strictly a catered event?: Yes: No:

(If yes, complete the following)

How will the Parking Fees be handled?

____ Pre-Paid (Payment in advance through the Restaurant Operator.)

____ Normal Public Paying Process (Each vehicle pays at the kiosk.)

____ Post Payment Parking (Make arrangements with Ranger Unit to have kiosk

track the number of cars so one bill can be sent.)

Billing Name & Address:

Form Complete By:

FAX COMPLETETED FORM TO: The Parks Ranger Unit @ 875-6632

Attn: Kathleen Utley

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Course Play and Operation

Policies

5.1 Etiquette and Rules for Golfers

A. Golfers are expected to comply with all rules established by the United State Golf

Association while playing golf

B. Golfers are expected to use proper and accepted golf etiquette while using

Sacramento County golf courses and adjacent facilities

C. Golfers must conduct themselves in a safe manner

D. Golfers must not be abusive to fellow players, the golf course, or course personnel

E. When a golfer or group of golfers is playing too slow, compared to the golfers

they are following, they must speed up their pace or move to the next forward set

of tees in order to keep pace

F. No golfer shall hit into other golfers playing in front of him/her

G. Courtesy to fellow golfers must be practiced at all times

5.2 Removal of Golfers from the Golf Course

A. The Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Shop staff, Golf Player Assistant, Park

Ranger, and golf course maintenance personnel are authorized to request that

golfers follow the rules published in this manual, printed on the score card, and

posted at the golf course (SCC 9.36)

B. If any golfer needs to be reminded of golf rules, etiquette, or accepted safety

practices on more than one occasion, he/she may be asked to leave the golf course

C. Under extreme circumstances a golfer may be asked to leave the golf course and

the County property immediately and without warning

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D. In cases where property damage has occurred as a result of improper behavior, in

addition to removal from the golf course, no refunds will be made and additional

charges may be assessed depending on the extent of the damage.

E. Normally, removal of a golfer form the golf course will be done only if the golfer

has impaired the health, welfare, or safety of others, has damaged the golf course,

or failed to comply with established rules, regulations, or policies

F. Removal may be approved by the Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Shop

Manager, Supervising Player Assistant, Park Rangers, Sheriff’s Patrol or a

combination of these individuals

G. Removal actions shall be done firmly, politely and only after all the facts bearing

on the situation have been ascertained

H. When in doubt regarding a rule violation or situation that may warrant removal of

a golfer from the course, contact should be made with either the Golf Course

Superintendent, Golf Shop Manager, and/or Park Rangers before taking action

I. If the Golf Course Superintendent or Golf Shop Manager cannot be reached and

the Park Rangers are unavailable, good judgment must be exercised

J. As soon as it is possible to do so, notify the Golf Course Superintendent and Park

Rangers of action (s) taken

K. Prepare a complete written incident report of the situation, including all names,

dates, times and details of the incident, and actions taken, then submit this report to

the Golf Course Superintendent, the Deputy Director, Golf Division, and the Park

Rangers no later than 24 hours following the incident

5.3 Golf Carts

Golf carts shall be operated in a safe manner at all times. The minimum age for renting and

operating a golf cart is 18 years of age. Carts that are operated in an unsafe manner or that risk

bodily injury or damage to the cart or the golf course shall be confiscated from the offending

golfers. The Golf Shop Manager, Player Assistants, and Golf Course Superintendent are all

authorized to take appropriate action if improper operation of a golf cart is observed. Golfers

must sign a rental agreement whereby they are held liable for damage to their assigned golf

cart. All golf carts, both power and pull carts, must be kept 30 feet from greens and tees. All

power carts must remain on cart paths from tee to green, unless advised otherwise. Wet turf

conditions will determine whether golf carts will be permitted off of existing cart paths at each

golf course, on a daily and even hourly basis by the Golf Shop Manager. Management staffs,

or their designated representatives, are responsible for making this determination. Golf carts

are required for Premium Shotgun Events and Weekend Special Events.

5.4 Disabled Golfer Golf Cart Policy

The purpose of the Disabled Golfer Golf Cart Policy is to provide guidance to Golf Shop

Managers that insures that golfers with permanent and temporary disabilities are treated

fairly and that reasonable accommodations are offered to all.

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A. Cart Flagging Policy

1. Each golf course will maintain a sufficient number of approved disabled

cart flags that can be attached to golf carts for customers with disabilities

that require mobility assistance.

2. Customers requesting use of a flagged golf cart will be accommodated

depending on turf conditions (see below) at that time. When turf

conditions are appropriate, flagged golf carts will be allowed off the

established cart paths using the 90-degree rule so long as they remain 30

feet from all greens and tees.

NOTE: The 90-degree rule permits a golfer to drive the golf cart on the cart path

to a point even with their golf ball and then allows that golfer to drive out to their

golf ball (across the turf) at a 90-degree angle to the cart path avoiding flooded

areas and potholes in the turf. After their shot, they must then drive back to the

cart path using the same course of travel before continuing on to their next shot.

B. Adaptive Golf Carts

At Sacramento County golf courses where adaptive golf carts* are available, the

golfer is requested to notify the golf course at least one day in advance, preferably

when they make their tee time, to reserve the adaptive golf cart. The cart will be

rented out on a first come first serve basis. The rental rate for use of the golf cart

on the golf course is one half the price of a full cart rate. The specific policies

governing the actual use of an Adaptive Golf Cart are contained in Exhibit H,

Adaptive Golf Cart Policies. Individuals that bring their own Adaptive Golf Carts

and Equipment to the golf course must insure that their personal equipment is

approved by the golf course staff prior to taking it out on the golf course. These

individuals must also comply with Exhibit H, Section 1B.

*Specially equipped single rider golf carts for golfers who are not able to walk.

C. Golf Cart Restrictions

Wet turf conditions will determine whether Adaptive and/or Flagged Golf Carts

will be permitted off of existing cart paths at each golf course, on a daily and even

hourly basis by Golf Shop Managers. Management staffs, or their designated

representatives, are responsible for making this determination. There shall be

three (3) categories used to define golf course turf conditions. (see Para 5.5)

D. Medical Verification of Disabled Golfers

Golfers requesting accommodation for a disability generally are not required to

present medical verification of their disability. However, the County reserves the

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right to request medical verification if at any time there is suspected abuse of this

policy.

5.5 Turf Condition Categories

A. Dry - Use 90-degree rule. All carts may drive directly across the fairway at 90

degrees from the cart path to hit their ball and then return directly to the cart path.

B. Wet - Only persons having special medical permission (Flagged or Adaptive Golf

Carts) are permitted to drive directly across the fairways to their ball and then return to

the cart paths.

C. Very Wet - No golf carts will be allowed off the cart paths.

D. As turf conditions improve (Changing from Very Wet or Wet Conditions to Dry)

golf carts will be allowed off the cart paths (always using the 90 degree rule). The

decision to permit golf carts to drive on turf areas shall be based on public safety and

protection of the golf course.

E. Each golf course will display a sign near the first tee, indicating the Turf Condition

Category in effect at that time. Golf shop staff will update the sign as conditions

change.

5.6 Golf Bags and Clubs

Each player must have his/her own golf bag and clubs. Two or more persons using one set of

clubs is prohibited.

5.7 Number of Players

No more than four players per reservation time shall be allowed except when approved by the

Golf Shop Manager at each golf course. This should be done to solve an operational problem

for that day as an exception rather than the rule. When five players are allowed to play at one

time, they must all ride power carts and if they delay the pace of play, they will be divided into

two groups (of two and three).

5.8 Shotgun Starts

Shotgun starts are permitted on a limited basis. (See Section 8, Paragraph 8.8,

Premium/Shotgun Tournament Policy).

5.9 Shoes

Only approved golf footwear or shoes with flat soles are allowed on the golf course. Bare feet

or shoes with rubber cleats that are not intended for golf are not permitted (e.g. baseball,

softball, football or multi-cleat shoes). Soft spikes are encouraged.

5.10 Dress Code

As a courtesy to other players it is recommended that appropriate golf attire be worn. Shirts

must be worn at all times.

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5.11 Rain Check Policy

Employees should recognize that rain checks are a customer service recovery tool. Customer

service should be a foremost consideration when issuing rain checks

A. Rain checks may be given to any golfer after he/she has started play (teed off). The

following guidelines apply:

1. There is a confirmation that the customer paid a green fee and at what rate (use

the customer’s receipt or tee sheet to determine this)

2. The rain check is issued at the green fee rate the customer paid. For

example: If a customer is playing at twilight, do not issue a rain check for

peak rates.

3. Golf cart rental should be based on the number of holes remaining in the

customer’s round

4. Rain checks will be filled out completely by the Counter Staff

5. Rain checks should be issued with an expiration date of 90 days from date

of play

B. Reasons to issue a rain check:

1. Customer or member of the group has to depart due to an emergency

2. Customer or member of the group has taken ill

3. Customer or member of the group is asked to leave due to slow play

4. The Course is closed for any reason (other than normal closure) after play

has started

5. If a customer requests a rain check due to inclement weather (unless

otherwise posted)

5.12 Inclement Weather Closure

In the event of heavy rain or electrical storms/lightning the golf course may be closed. Rain

checks may be issued in the event of an inclement weather closure, as determined by Golf

Course Golf Shop Manager or his/her designated representative.

5.13 Frost Policy

A. The purpose of the Frost Policy is to accommodate golfers that have been delayed due

to frost conditions by getting as many golfers out on the golf course as soon as

possible in an orderly and efficient manner. The frost policy will be implemented by

decision of the Golf Course Superintendent or a designated representative. To

compensate for the anticipated delays when weather forecasts indicate that frost is a

possibility, each golf course should block out sufficient tee times, as determined by the

Golf Shop Manager, between 12 noon and 1 p.m. to prevent the morning backups

from delaying the scheduled afternoon tee times. The Golf Shop Managers and Staff

will determine the manner in which play will commence from the following:

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1. Delayed Start – Normally used when delays are short, less than one (1)

hour. Move all tee times up to when play starts and send each scheduled

group out in order off the #1 tee

2. 1-10 Start – Normally used when delays are more than one (1) hour. Start

groups in the order of the scheduled tee times with the earliest times going

off on holes #1 and #10. Send all 9-hole groups out on #10 while 18-hole

groups start on #1. If there are no 9-hole groups or after all 9-hole groups

have gone out on #10, then send alternating 18-hole groups with tee times

out on #1 and #10 tees until tee times are caught up or groups start making

the turn. Fill in any gaps with the remaining golfers.

3. Shotgun Start – Used only when delays are extremely long (two hours or

longer) and a sufficient number of golfers are waiting. Start many golfers

at the same time on different holes when you have enough golfers to fill

out at least nine holes.

5.14 Cooler/Ice Chest Policy

Coolers (ice chests) are not permitted on the golf course except when obtained through the

golf course restaurant. Sacramento County Ordinance 936 states that any food items,

beverages or golf-related equipment not purchased from County golf course operations may

not be distributed on or around the golf course. Any individual(s) that brings food, beverages

or golf-related equipment for distribution will be asked to remove these items, and this

individual(s) may be denied reservation for future tournaments at Sacramento County golf

courses

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Administrative Policies

6.1 Green Fees

A. Except as otherwise provided in this Section, all persons playing golf on the

Sacramento County golf courses will pay green fees. The Sacramento County Golf

Course Fee Schedule of currently applicable fees is provided in this Manual (see

Appendix D). The following administrative policies regarding age categories shall be

used to determine which fee shown in Appendix D is applicable. Proper identification

must be shown to the starter at the time of play or no age or low-income discount will

be given.

1. Adult. A person who is eighteen years or older or who is under eighteen

and does not have a junior etiquette card (See Paragraph 6.8) (except for

members of a recognized high school), is defined as an adult.

2. Junior. A person who is under eighteen years of age and who possesses

and displays an etiquette card obtained by completing a required training

course in golf rules and etiquette at a recognized golf facility is a junior.

3. Seniors. A person who is sixty years or older and possesses a picture ID

qualifies for the senior rate.

4. Low Income Resident/Family. A person who possesses verification of

low-income qualification from the County of Sacramento Department of

Social Services.

B. Types of low-income verification are:

1. Income Verification Printout (Provided by their social workers)

2. A check stub verifying proof of their monthly aid

3. Services Access Card (SAC) with current month’s check stub

4. Benefit Issuance Card (BIC)/Medi-Cal Card

5. The Automated Food Stamp Issuance Card (FAIR)

6. General Assistance Bus Pass Card (Photo ID)

7. Aid in Kind Program (AIK) check stub for current month

Low-Income Senior. A person who is sixty-five years or older and

possesses one of the above forms of verification is considered a low-

income senior.

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6.2 Holidays

Holiday rates shall apply to the following holidays for the 2015 season.

Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

Dates – 2015

A. New Year’s Day

Thursday, January 1

B. Martin Luther King,

Jr’s Birthday

Monday, January 19

C. Presidents’ Day

Monday, February 16

D. Memorial Day

Monday, May 25

E. Independence Day

Friday, July 3

F. Labor Day

Monday, September 7

G. Veteran’s Day

Wednesday, November 11

H. Thanksgiving & Day

After

Thursday, November 26

and

Friday, November 27

I. Christmas Week

Thursday, December 24

through

Thursday, December 31st

Cherry Island Golf Course

Dates – 2015

A. New Year’s Day

Thursday, January 1

B. Martin Luther King,

Jr’s Birthday

Monday, January 19

C. Presidents’ Day

Monday, February 16

D. Memorial Day

Monday, May 25

E. Independence Day

Friday, July 3

F. Labor Day

Monday, September 7

G. Veteran’s Day

Wednesday, November 11

H. Thanksgiving & Day

After

Thursday, November 26

and

Friday, November 27

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I. Christmas Week

Thursday, December 24

through

Thursday, December 31st

Mather Golf Course

Dates – 2015

A. New Year’s Day

Thursday, January 1

B. Martin Luther King,

Jr’s Birthday

Monday, January 19

C. Presidents’ Day

Monday, February 16

D. Memorial Day

Monday, May 25

E. Independence Day

Friday, July 3

F. Labor Day

Monday, September 7

G. Thanksgiving & Day

After

Thursday, November 26

and

Friday, November 27

H. Christmas Week

Thursday, December 24

through

Thursday, December 31st

If a holiday falls on Sunday it is observed on the following Monday. If a holiday falls on

Saturday, it is observed on the preceding Friday. Home clubs will not be granted preferred

starting times on any recognized holiday as outlined in this Section.

The annual holiday calendar has been adopted by the Recreation and Park Commission for

perpetual use. The annual holiday calendar will be posted at the golf courses by January 1 of

each year.

6.3 Complimentary and Reduced Rate Play

A. Except as noted below, complimentary and reduced rate play privileges apply only to

weekdays. The following persons shall be allowed to play golf on the Sacramento

County Golf Courses without paying green fees or for a reduced rate (as noted) under

the circumstances listed: (Name and organization must be written on starter sheet, and

the appropriate identification must be shown.)

1. Visiting Golf Professional and Apprentices (to reciprocate for

complimentary play privileges at their course) who are members of the

Professional Golfers Association (PGA)

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2. Visiting Class ‘A’ and Class ‘B’ members of the Golf Course

Superintendent’s Association to reciprocate for complimentary play

privileges extended at other courses

3. County Representatives include the Director of the Sacramento County

Department of Regional Parks Director, the Deputy Director responsible for

the Golf Division, and the Superintendent of Golf. These individuals may

play any day their work schedule allows.

4. The Head Golf Professional and Golf Shop Manager at each Sacramento

County Golf Course and his Assistant Golf Professionals may play any

Sacramento County Golf Course.

5. The Golf Course Superintendent and the Assistant assigned to each of the

Sacramento County Golf Courses, when inspecting the course conditions

or planning maintenance activities may play any Sacramento County Golf

Course.

6. Retired Directors of the County of Sacramento Department of Regional

Parks. (Limited to weekdays only).

7. Friends of the County of Sacramento Department of Regional Parks -

These persons shall obtain prior approval of the Director before playing

and shall be either performing a service without a charge to Sacramento

County or evaluating the course as a part of their job responsibilities.

8. Sacramento Golf Council members, on weekdays only may play at a

reduced rate. (At courses where tournaments are held only). The current

reduced rate is $6 for greens fee and $4 for cart rental.

9. Rating Committees from the N.C.G.A; P.W.G.A.; golf course consultants;

Course Affairs Committee members; and visiting parks and recreation

officials responsible for maintenance and operation of public golf courses.

10. Golf Course Player Assistants will adhere to the Player Assistant

agreement.

11. Special Issuance - Complimentary or Promotional Passes issued under the

authority of the Director of Regional Parks, Recreation and Open Space for

special promotions or customer compensation. The days of the week play is

allowed will be listed on the passes.

B. Each golf course shall maintain a complimentary play binder (log) and shall ask

each person playing under the complimentary play policy to sign the log sheet

before playing.

6.4 Student Team Play

A. All requests for authorization to play matches or tournaments at Sacramento County

golf courses must be submitted in writing to the Golf Course Manager six weeks prior

to the scheduled start of the league play. Team schedules must be submitted to the

Golf Course Manager two weeks prior to the first scheduled match or tournament.

B. Supervision of the various golf teams shall be the responsibility of the respective golf

coaches. They shall supervise each of their school’s scheduled matches and

tournaments and see that play on the golf course conforms to all established rules. No

play will commence without the supervising coach present. Failure to abide by this

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policy may result in revocation of golfing privileges at the respective Sacramento

County Golf Course for that school. Requests for practice rounds and match starting

times must be made by the Golf Coach in charge of each team. High School rounds

will not commence prior to 3:00 p.m.

1. High School Schedule:

The dates permitted under this policy for the high school golf schedule

shall be from February 1

through April 30

, Monday through Thursday,

excluding holidays and Premium Shotgun events. A maximum of five

consecutive tee times (20 players) per day will commence at 3:00 p.m. for

recognized match play.

a. The Golf Shop needs a master schedule of all practice and league

play by January 1.

b. All schedules must be accompanied with a published C.I.F.

(California Interscholastic Federation) league schedule.

c. Failure to notify the Golf Shop of cancellations of scheduled times,

including practice and match play, eight days prior to the

scheduled date will result in revocation of golfing privileges at the

respective Sacramento County golf course.

d. Student Team Play fee rates are reflected on the fee schedule.

e. The Inclement Weather Closures (Paragraph 5.9) also pertains to

High School Play.

f. Scheduling for team play will be considered on a case-by-case

basis.

g. Women’s High School Team Play will also abide by these rules

with the exception of scheduling. The scheduling of Women’s

High School Team Play will be handled with each golf course

Manager on a case-by-case basis.

6.5 Nine-Hole Play

Only the first hour and one-half of tee times each day will be allowed to play the back nine

holes (Sun up back nine). Nine hole players may be permitted to play the front nine holes

during twilight golf time or if no golfers have requested 18-hole play.

6.6 Time of Day/Year Play

All times of day/year rates are outlined in Appendix D.

6.7 League Play

A. Shall be accepted on a space available basis

B. Available at all three County Golf Courses

C. Available all year

D. Shall be permitted on the front 9 holes only

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E. Considered to be tournaments and are subject to the same regulations regarding

deposits, cancellation, and minimum number of players

6.8 Junior Golf Etiquette Classes

The staff of the Golf Shop shall conduct Junior Golf Etiquette Classes for persons under the

age of 18. These classes shall be held at least twice a year. The classes shall be designed to

teach young golfers golf etiquette and the rules of golf. A Junior Golf Etiquette Card shall be

issued to all persons who complete a class. This card shall entitle the holder to play golf at the

junior green fee rate at the County Golf Courses. Etiquette Cards issued by other golf courses

will be accepted to meet this requirement.

6.9 Starting Times/Intervals

A. As a rule, eight minute intervals between starting times shall be administered at

each golf course for regular play. These intervals shall be used unless otherwise

directed by the County.

B. Persons with reserved starting times must check in at the starter’s desk at least 15

minutes prior to their scheduled tee off time or they will lose their reservation.

6.10 Reservations for Starting Times

A. All Weekday, Weekend and Holiday starting times will be available by phone or

in person at the Golf Shop seven (7 ½) days in advance starting at 12 noon. (i.e.

Friday at noon you may schedule for the next Saturday’s tee times).

B. The County may choose to implement an advance reservation procedure that will

allow tee times beyond 7 ½ days in advance. If this is done, the procedures will be

individually defined and policy will be distributed accordingly.

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Home Clubs

7.1 General Description

A golf club designated as a home club enjoys a special relationship with its golf course. Both

the club and the golf course benefit from this relationship.

7.2 Home Club Privileges

A. Use of facilities as approved by the Golf Shop Manager and the Deputy Director,

Golf Division.

B. Preferred tournament starting times are available to home clubs.

C. No tournament fees are required since they provide their own slow-play reduction

program.

D. They receive assistance from the Golf Shop Staff in running their events.

E. The Golf Shop Staff provides educational programs at home club meetings.

F. The Golf Shop Staff provides accounting and record keeping support.

G. They receive added value pricing on prize fund purchases.

7.3 Benefits to the Golf Course

A. Home Clubs represent the course through the Northern California Golf

Association (NCGA) or Pacific Women’s Golf Association (PWGA).

B. They promote the course by carrying its name into the golf community when they

compete in tournaments at other courses.

C. Home Clubs support the course by purchasing tournament prizes at the golf shop

and food and beverages items at the golf course restaurant.

D. They have a vested interest in assuring the quality of course maintenance and

operations. As such, they help improve the course by assisting in the formation of

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policies and procedures as part of their representation on the Course Affairs

Committees, and donations of services or materials.

E. Their familiarity with course policies makes it easier for staff to support their

tournaments. Less staff time is required for home club tournaments than for non-

home club tournaments.

F. The Home Clubs provide members who represent the Clubs and the Golf Course

on selected advisory committees.

7.4 Designated Home Clubs

The following listed golf organizations shall be considered home clubs at their respective

courses.

A. Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

Ancil Hoffman Golf Club

Ancil Hoffman Tuesday Women’s Golf Club

Ancil Hoffman Parkway Ladies’ Golf Club (Disbanded 2008)

Ancil Hoffman Business Women’s Golf Club

B. Cherry Island Golf Course

Cherry Island Golf Club

Cherry Island PWGA Golf Club

C. Mather Golf Course

Mather Golf Club

Mather PWGA Golf Club

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Tournament Procedures

8.1 Home Club Tournaments

Dates for home club tournaments must be requested by the individual clubs by November

of each year for two years out. Example: Home club dates must be submitted by

November 1, 2004, for tournaments to be held in 2006 (January through December 2006).

The requested schedules are to be sent to the Golf Shop Manager for the respective golf

course. Conflicts in requested tournament dates shall be resolved by the Golf Shop Manager

at that golf course. In the event of inclement weather (see Paragraph 5.9) a tournament may

be cancelled and released from the Tournament Agreement. Frost, resulting in a delay of one

hour or more from the tournament’s first scheduled tee time, will exempt that tournament

from the 90% rule. The tournament may be cancelled if there is insufficient daylight to allow

the tournament to finish.

A. Ancil Hoffman Golf Club

The Ancil Hoffman Golf Club shall be permitted 16 weekday and 21 weekend

tournament dates distributed as equally as possible throughout the year. The

starting time for these tournament dates shall be 8:00 a.m.

B. Ancil Hoffman Tuesday Women’s Golf Club

The Tuesday Women’s Golf Club shall be permitted 50 tournament dates per year

with a standard starting time of 8:30 a.m. on Tuesdays only.

C. Ancil Hoffman Friday Parkway Ladies’ Golf Club (Disbanded in 2008)

The Friday Parkway Ladies’ Club shall be permitted 45 tournament dates with a

standard starting time of 8:30 a.m. on Fridays only. The standard/applicable

weekday rate will apply to Friday play by the existing club membership.

D. Ancil Hoffman Business Women’s Club

The Business Women’s Club shall be permitted 40 tournament dates with a

standard starting time of 8:30 a.m. on Sundays only.

E. Cherry Island Golf Club

The Cherry Island Golf Club shall be permitted at least 30 tournament dates

distributed as equally as possible throughout the year. The starting time and

number of tee times must be presented to the Golf Professional 8 days prior to the

tournament date.

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F. Cherry Island Monday Club (PWGA)

The Cherry Island Monday Club (PWGA) shall be permitted 47 Monday

tournament dates (Holidays excluded -- 5 per year) with a standard starting time

of 9:00 a.m.

G. Mather General Golf Club (NCGA)

The Mather General Golf Club (NCGA) shall be permitted 42 tournament dates,

distributed as follows:

1. Up to 26 weekday dates annually, with a standard starting time of 8:00 a.m.

2. Up to 16 weekend dates, with a standard starting time of 8:00 a.m.

H. Mather Club (PWGA)

The Mather Golf Club (PWGA) shall be permitted 51 Thursday tournament dates

(Thanksgiving Day omitted) with a standard starting time of 8:00 a.m. Holidays

are an optional play date without transfers (Holiday rates apply).

8.2 Special Tournaments

The master calendar for tournaments opens on January 1

of each year for the next year. For

example, on January 1, 2011, the master calendar for tournaments opens for calendar year

2010. The following organizations are granted the privilege of booking annual tournaments

prior to the master calendar opening on January 1

each year. Tournaments may be held on

the respective courses by the recognized home clubs and outside organizations as listed:

A. Sacramento County Department of Regional Parks

B. United States Golf Association

C. Northern California Golf Association

D. Sierra-Nevada Golf Course Superintendents Association

E. Pacific Women’s Golf Association (two tournaments)

F. Sacramento Golf Council

G. Ancil Hoffman Golf Shop

H. Cherry Island Golf Shop

I. Mather Golf Shop

8.3 Tournament Reservation Deposits- Home Clubs

The following policies and procedures apply to Home Club tournament reservations:

A. A $100.00 refundable tournament security deposit may be required from each

home club for the purpose of reducing the number of cancellations and no-show

golfers within each home club’s play date schedule.

B. Each home club may be required to submit to the Golf Shop the $100.00

tournament security deposit before the calendar year’s first scheduled play date

and must maintain the deposit at the $100.00 level throughout that year to

maintain this privilege.

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C. Each home club must have at least 90% of the players who have reserved starting

times pay green fees. Failure to maintain a 90% show rate could result in the

home club being charged a security deposit.

D. Continued no show problems could result in the home club privileges being

revoked.

E. Each home club is responsible for and must reimburse the security deposit, when

required, for any expenditure before the next scheduled play date in order to

maintain the $100.00 deposit balance.

F. Each home club is responsible for and must notify the Pro Shop eight days before

a scheduled play date of any starting times that will not be used. The Pro Shop is

responsible for and must release those starting times to the general public and must

recalculate that Home Club’s 90% no-show number.

8.4 Other Tournament Groups

The following policies and procedures apply to outside groups conducting tournaments at the

Sacramento County golf courses.

A. Groups of 20 or more players shall be classified as a tournament group and shall

be allowed to reserve time in advance of the normal weekend or weekday sign-up

policy.

B. Other than special tournaments for groups listed in 8.2A above, the master

calendar for tournaments opens for events two years out on January 1

each year.

Advance Tournament Application Forms may be submitted on or prior to

December 31

annually, but will not be processed or confirmed prior to January 1

annually for events during the following year. Example: Turn in applications for

tournaments on or before December 31, 2009, for January-December 2011

tournament dates; thereafter, applications will be accepted anytime on or after

January 1

for January-December 2011 events.

C. The Golf Shop Manager will provide the Golf Course Superintendents an updated

schedule of group events.

8.5 Sacramento Golf Council

A. The Sacramento Golf Council shall be permitted to conduct tournaments with a

standard starting time as early as 7:00 a.m. at the County golf courses. Distributed as

equally as possible throughout the year.

B. The number of SGC tournaments allowed is at the discretion of the County.

C. Tournament Contracts and dates for the following year’s tournament must be

completed within 30 days of the current event that’s being conducted.

D. The first starting time for all 1

tee starting events will be dependent on the number of

players estimated to be in the event. Each venue will work with the Tournament

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Director at each course on an appropriate event start time that will allow for public

access play prior to the event when the course is not needed for the entire day.

E. Tee time intervals that deviate from the venues standards in the contract will result in

additional green fees being charged to the tournament to offset lost revenue of the

hosting course. Contact each facility for standard tee time intervals. Adherence to the

selected tee time intervals must be maintained or additional charges may be warranted

based on the number of additional tee times that are required to tee off the field.

F. Final confirmation of the expected number of players in the event is required 9 days

prior to the date of the event, 90% of that final 9 day number will be charged to the

event if any cancellations should occur. Any additional entries maybe added at the end

of the event if space is available.

G. A pace of play standard must be agreed upon by the Tournament Directors for each

event and the operators of each course. It is our belief that a pace of play policy must

be strictly enforced to enhance the enjoyment of all the participants. This pace of play

policy must include:

 Adherence to the 8 or 10 minute starting times must be enforced by Golf Council

first tee starters.

 A pace of play/rules team must be created for each event. The number of officials

must be sufficient to ensure rounds of golf that meet the following standards:

 Under 4:45 hours - Straight Start Tournaments

 Under 5:15 hours – Shotgun Tournaments

 The course operators will also assist by making the volunteer Player Assistant staff

available for events in needed.

H. All tournament prizes and tee prizes must be purchased through the hosting golf

course. Competitive pricing for selected goods will be offered.

I. All tournament food and beverages for participants must be purchased through the

hosting golf course

 Exception: bottled water and ice may be purchased from an outside vendor for

distribution on the course only.

J. A F&B contract must be signed by the Sacramento Golf Council Tournament Director

and returned to the golf course operator

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8.6 Tournament Booking and Cancellations

The following policies and procedures also apply to outside groups holding tournaments at all

Sacramento County golf courses.

A. Each group must also submit a $100.00 tournament deposit to the Golf Shop

before the calendar year’s first scheduled play date for that group (one $100.00

deposit per group is required and must be maintained at the $100.00 level for

subsequent tournament bookings during that calendar year).

B. Each tournament group must submit a fully completed tournament contract (which

will be mailed by the Golf Shop to the requesting group) to the Golf Shop for each

date requested.

C. The tournament date(s) requested will be considered committed when the Golf

Shop has received the signed tournament contract and the group’s initial

tournament deposit; failure to submit one part without the other will classify the

request as incomplete and non-committed.

D. The maximum period of time a date will be “held” by the Golf Shop without

payment of the deposit and submission of the tournament contract is two weeks

(14 days).

E. A tournament must be cancelled no less than ninety (90) days prior to the

tournament date to receive a refund of the $100 tournament deposit.

F. One hundred percent (100%) of all tournament fees, less the $100 deposit, must be

received by the Golf Shop fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the requested

tournament date, or the tournament shall be canceled. For Tournament groups

using Sacramento County Golf Courses more than three (3) times per year, the

two week (14 day) pre-payment policy will be waived by the golf course so long

as the tournament group pre pays for 100% of the tournament fees on the day of

the tournament at least 1 hour (60 minutes) before the first tee time. For a group to

be granted this exception to the policy, they must also remain in good standing

with the golf course by continuing to meet their 90% player requirement and have

not cancelled or not shown for a tournament date inside the 14-day window. The

tournament group’s deposit and event fees are to be made payable to the

respective course, as follows:

1. Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

6700 Tarshes Drive

Carmichael, CA 95608

2. Cherry Island Golf Course

P.O. Box 1388

Elverta, CA 95626

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3. Mather Golf Course

4103 Zinfandel Drive

Mather, CA 95665

G. A tournament group shall have a minimum of 20 players. If over 20 players have

been confirmed 14 days in advance of the play date, at least 90% of the confirmed

player count shall pay green fees in order for the group to receive full credit of the

tournament deposit. The amount of the deposit credited will be the $100 deposit,

less the amount of green fees used to bring the tournament group to the 90%

minimum.

1. Tournament groups that notify the Golf Shop 14 days prior to the

requested tournament date will be allowed to reduce the number of players

to a minimum of 20 players without forfeiture of any part of the security

deposit. They may increase the number of players if the golf course can

accommodate them.

2. Tournament assistance or special equipment arrangements are to be made

with the Golf Professional 14 days prior to the scheduled date of the

tournament.

3. A tee-times/pairings list of participants (grouping participants by

foursomes) must be turned in to the Golf Shop not less than 24 hours prior

to the first scheduled tee-off time.

4. Golf cart reservations shall be made in advance through the Golf Shop.

5. At Sacramento County golf courses, tournament tee-time scheduling will

be as follows due to seasonal daylight restrictions:

a. For the first tournament of the day, and no-shows will delay the

start of that tournament by the appropriate number of starting

times. This will help keep multiple tournaments blocked together

and general play isolated from tournament play.

b. Each player must check in with the starter not less than 15 minutes

prior to tee-off time.

c. Starting services and control of the first tee shall remain with the

starter’s desk. The Golf Course Golf Shop Manager must approve

any exception.

d. All tournament groups must follow any course-designated pace-

of-play policies and procedures currently in effect at the facility.

e. The Golf Shop and Restaurant Staffs are able to supply any and all

services required by tournament groups.

f. Sacramento County Ordinance 936 states that any food items,

beverages or golf-related equipment not purchased from County

golf course operations may not be distributed on or around the golf

course. Any individual(s) that brings food, beverages or golf-

related equipment for distribution will be asked to remove these

items, and this individual(s) may be denied reservation for future

tournaments at Sacramento County golf courses.

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8.7 Tournament Start Policy

A. Standard tournament start times are not earlier than 9:00 a.m. on Monday through

Thursday and not earlier than 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

However, those tournaments that reduce the number of paid players must reduce

their tee times from the start of their tournaments, thus starting the tournament at a

later time.

B. Weekend Special Events and Home Club Tournaments are allowed to start prior

to standard tournament start times.

C. Golf Shop personnel at each course have the authority to adjust tournament

starting times for large tournament groups to accommodate the completion of 18-

hole tournament play based on pace of play and course capacity on the tournament

day.

8.8 Premium Tournament (Shotgun Tournaments)

A. General

Any individuals or organizations may request shotgun tournament events at Ancil

Hoffman, Cherry Island or Mather Golf Courses for tournament play. Morning or

afternoon bookings allowed. [Note: Public Play will be scheduled at the opposite

end of the day’s schedule (morning or afternoon starting time)]. Premium

(Shotgun) Events are allowed at all County golf courses (Monday through Friday

only). The County may restrict the number on Premium (Shotgun) Events held at

each golf course. Advance reservation is required with a $500.00 non-refundable

deposit required 14 days after booking the event. The deposit will apply to the

green fee portion of the package price. A reservation can be made up to twenty-

four months in advance. Balance of fees due 14 days in advance of the group

event date. Golf carts are required for Premium Shotgun Events.

B. Guidelines

A non-refundable $500 deposit is required within 14 calendar days of booking a

Shotgun event. The deposit is forfeited if reserving party cancels tournament. The

forfeited deposit shall be credited to the County of Sacramento Department of

Regional Parks as golf revenue.

1. Start times may be adjusted to accommodate seasonal daylight time

changes and weather conditions on the date of the event.

2. Returning shotgun tournament groups will be given first consideration for

same date future bookings.

3. The Golf Shop Manager will notify the Restaurant Manager of any

scheduled Shotgun Tournaments within five days of receiving the non-

refundable deposit, and no later than nine days in advance of the event

date.

4. Inclement Weather Policy: Events will remain scheduled during

inclement weather at the discretion of the Golf Shop Manager.

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5. A $500.00 advance cart deposit may be required to protect against

damage.

8.9 Weekend Special Events (Tournaments)

Weekend Special Events may be held at the golf courses as standard tee time tournaments (not

shotgun tournaments) that start earlier than 10:00 a.m. These tournament fees will be at a

higher rate than other tournaments since they start during peak golf times. The fees for these

events are listed in the table at 8.12. Golf carts are required for Weekend Special Events.

8.10 Allocation of Fees

Tournament fees are divided into different revenue categories: Green Fees, Cart Rental,

Merchandise, and Food and Beverage. Please refer to the table shown in Section 8.12 for the

allocation of fees required for Premium (Shotgun) Events & Weekend Special Events.

8.11 Booking Procedures

A. Premium Tournament requests shall be handled by the Golf Course Golf Shop

Manager (or Tournament Coordinator if one is assigned) in the Golf Shop of the

requested golf course.

B. Upon booking the Premium Tournament, the tournament director shall be notified

that a $500 non-refundable deposit is due at the golf course to hold the date.

C. Within 5 business days of receiving the $500 deposit, the Golf Course Golf Shop

Manager shall insure the tournament director and Restaurant Manager receive a

copy of the written contract.

D. Full payment of Premium Tournament fees, less $500.00 deposit, must be

received by the Golf Shop 14 days prior to the tournament date, or the tournament

shall be cancelled and deposit forfeited. Within 3 business days of receipt of full

payment by the Golf Shop Staff at Ancil Hoffman, a check for $1,008 shall be

made to the Restaurant Manager.

E. A Shotgun Tournament Report will be completed by each Golf Course Golf Shop

Manager and submitted to the Department in conjunction with the starter sheet for

golf course statistical reporting purposes.

1. DEPARTMENT CONTACT:

Greg Bliek – Golf Division Manager

Department of Regional Parks

4040 Bradshaw Road

Sacramento, CA 95827

Phone Number - (916) 875-6757

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2. GOLF COURSE CONTACTS:

a. Ancil Hoffman Park Golf Course/Golf Shop Manager

6700 Tarshes Drive

Carmichael, CA 95608

Contact: Asa Jenning (916) 482-3813

b. Cherry Island Golf Course/Golf Shop Manager

2360 Elverta Road

Elverta, CA 95626

Contact: Marcus Patterson (916) 991-7293

c. Mather Golf Course/Golf Shop Manager

4103 Zinfandel Drive

Mather, CA 95655

Contact: Curt David (916) 364-4354

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Club House/Maintenance

9.1 Club House Maintenance Guidelines

It is important that the Club House at each golf course be maintained in a clean and attractive

manner. The policies and procedures listed below shall be followed.

9.2 Ancil Hoffman Golf Course Club House Maintenance

A. The Golf Course Superintendent and Golf Shop Manager will furnish all cleaning

supplies.

B. The Golf Course Golf Shop Manager will arrange all janitorial service, including

window washing and maintenance of refuse containers, and shall keep the club

house areas used and occupied by them in a neat, clean, and sanitary condition at

all times.

C. The Restaurant Manager shall be responsible for cleaning the restaurant area,

including the tournament room, and the Trophy Room (Oak Room).

D. The golf course maintenance crew shall clean the clubhouse grounds, including

the breezeway, on weekdays. On Saturday and Sunday it shall be the Golf Shop

and Restaurant Staffs responsibility to clean the areas located adjacent to their

facilities.

9.3 Cherry Island Golf Course Club House Maintenance

A. The Golf Course Golf Shop Manager will arrange all janitorial service, including

window washing and maintenance of refuse containers, and shall keep the club

house areas used and occupied by them in a neat, clean, and sanitary condition at

all times.

B. The area within approximately 150 feet of the club house building on the golf

course, to include turf areas, parking areas and walkways, shall be cleaned of all

trash and refuse on a regular basis by Golf Shop Staff.

C. The golf course maintenance crew shall clean the clubhouse grounds, including

the breezeway, on weekdays. On Saturday and Sunday it shall be the Golf Shop

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and Restaurant Staffs responsibility to clean the areas located adjacent to their

facilities.

D. Area maintenance shall take place at least once per day.

9.4 Mather Golf Course Club House Maintenance

A. The Golf Course Staff shall supply their own janitorial service, including window

washing and maintenance of refuse containers, and shall keep the all areas in a

neat, clean, and sanitary condition at all times.

B. The golf course maintenance crew shall clean the clubhouse grounds, including

the breezeway, on weekdays. On Saturday and Sunday it shall be the Golf Shop

and Restaurant Staffs responsibility to clean the areas located adjacent to their

facilities.

C. Area maintenance shall take place at least once per day.

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Equipment at Sacramento County

Golf Courses

10.1 County Owned Equipment

Sacramento County golf courses are operated and maintained by the Department of Regional

Parks, Recreation, and Open Space. The Ancil Hoffman Food and Beverage Operation is

contracted to a concessionaire. All Golf Shop Operations, the Cherry Island and Mather Food

and Beverage Operations, and the maintenance operation at Mather are operated under fee

management agreements with private operators. Interruption of the operations at the facilities

or the services rendered by minor malfunctions of equipment shall be minimized. It shall be

the Golf Course Superintendents’ and Operation Managers’ responsibility to determine

whether the equipment repair needed is minor or major, the amount of time needed for the

repair, and what is the best method to accomplish the repair. The following guidelines shall be

followed in order to make a proper decision if the situation arises:

A. Equipment owned by a Concessionaire or Fee Manager that is operated at the

facility and the Golf Course Superintendent determines is important in generating

revenue for the County and/or it provides a service to the public may be given

immediate emergency attention by County personnel for minor repair. The

repairs shall be made only when they are of a minor nature, when time is available

without interrupting other important regular work required to be done by County

personnel, and when the repair task does not require an extended period of time.

All such repairs shall be approved by the Golf Course Superintendent before the

repair work is started. When approved, equipment repairs made by County

personnel shall be done on site, using County tools and minor parts.

B. Concessionaire and Fee Managers shall be allowed to park mobile equipment in

the corporation yard when the equipment is not in use. A specific parking space

may be assigned by the Golf Course Superintendent for their use if space is

available.

C. All County owned equipment will be repaired in the most economical and

expeditious manner available. Use of County personnel must always be

considered as the first option for repairing County owned equipment.

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D. All major, non-emergency, time-consuming repairs on Concessionaire or Fee

Manager -owned equipment shall be the owner’s responsibility. Whether these

repairs will be done on-site or off will be determined by the nature of the repair.

If a repair requires an extended period of time to complete, it will be done off-site.

It shall be the Concessionaire’s/Fee Manager’s responsibility to have their

equipment transported to a shop or other site to complete the needed repairs.

However, repairs requiring only a short period of time using normal “in-field”

repair tools may be done on-site, if the repair work does not interfere with normal

use of the facility or with normal County employee-related work and does not

create an unsightly situation.

E. The Concessionaire/Fee Manager shall pay for any repair work done on

Concessionaire/Fee Manager-owned equipment or for any County-owned

equipment loaned to the Concessionaire/Fee Manager in an emergency situation.

Rates to be used in all billings shall be those labor and rental rates current at the

time repair work is accomplished or equipment loaned. Any parts purchased by

the County and used for repair of a Concessionaire/Fee Manager-owned piece of

equipment shall be billed to the Concessionaire/Fee Manager at the actual cost of

the parts. Immediately after making any repair or loaning any County-owned

equipment to a Concessionaire/Fee Manager, the Golf Course Superintendent

shall make a report on the incident to the Deputy Director, Golf Division. The

report shall include:

1. The number of County-employee hours spent on the repair job.

2. The labor rate(s) applicable to the hours spent on the job.

3. A list of the parts used on the job with the cost price of each.

4. Rental costs involved, if applicable.

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Emergency Procedures

11.1 Emergency Procedures

It is expected that all County employees and golf course staff involved will handle all

emergencies occurring on the Sacramento County golf courses appropriately, quickly and

smoothly.

A. Phone numbers for emergencies The following table provides the telephone

numbers for emergencies at each Sacramento County golf course.

Agency

Ancil Hoffman

Cherry Island

Mather

Emergency

911

Sheriff

874-5128

Fire Department

228-3035

Ranger Unit

875-6672

Carmichael Water Dist.

483-2453

---

Citizens Utility Company

---

481-7350

---

Mather Water -Sac County

---

875-5555

Effie Yeaw Nature Center

489-4918

---

Maintenance

482-9792

991-0603

364-4361

Water Quality

875-7000

Water Quality (After

Regular Hours)

875-5000

Golf Shop

482-3813

991-7293

364-4354

Restaurant

481-1701

991-2451

364-4354

County General Services

(Building Maintenance)

875-6221

---

County General Services

(After Regular Hours)

875-5000

---

County Phone Repair

875-6611

B. Irrigation Sprinkler and Water Main Problem

If sprinklers are found operating when they are not supposed to be and the regular

maintenance crew is not on duty, take the following actions:

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1. Try to contact the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent for

instructions.

2. If you have staff trained in turning off the water, have them do so and

notify the maintenance personnel as soon as possible.

C. Broken Water Line

If a broken water line is found when the regular maintenance crew is not on duty,

take the following actions:

1. Contact the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent immediately for

instructions.

2. If you cannot reach any maintenance personnel, call the following

agencies on the telephone and explain the problem and what actions you

have taken:

Ranger Unit - 875-6672

Water Quality - 875-7000

Water Quality - 875-5000 (after regular hours/County Central)

D. Vandalism

If vandalism damage to any buildings or grounds is found, take the following

actions:

1. Notify the Ranger Unit at 875-6672 or Sheriff’s Office at 874-5128 and

request that a damage report be taken.

2. Inspect the vandalized area.

3. Make an assessment of immediate needs:

a. Take immediate action if safety or a life-threatening situation is

involved.

b. If immediate repair is not needed, make a report on the situation to

the Superintendent or Supervisor and Deputy Director, Golf

Division on the next regular working day.

4. Complete and turn in the standard accident/incident report form

Note: A copy of the Accident Report form is attached as Appendix F.

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Course Affairs Committee

Guidelines

A-1 Introduction

The Department of Regional Parks wants to enhance current mechanisms to involve the

golfing public in the decision-making process utilizing Total Quality Management principles

and thereby improve the quality and playing experience at each golf course. The objective is

to harmonize the effort of the customer and supplier in such a way that everyone participates

in improving how the work gets done. Through Total Quality Management, the Department

hopes to enhance the relationship between the customer and supplier.

A-2 History

A. The Course Affairs Committee at Ancil Hoffman was first formed in 1990, at Cherry

Island it was formed when the golf course opened in 1990, and at Mather it was

formed when the County purchased the golf course in 1994. The purpose and

responsibilities of the Course Affairs Committee at that time was to act as a

communication link between the organized golf clubs and Department administration

on such items as tournaments, course maintenance, operating procedures, and fee

increases. Each course was represented by a Course Affairs Committee made up of

one member from each club, one member from each concessionaire and the golf

course superintendent.

B. In February of 1994, the Director of Regional Parks recommended to the Board of

Supervisors that the County formally redefine and expand the role of the Course

Affairs Committee at each County course. The Committee would advise the Director

on all golf course related issues and provide quarterly written comments on current

maintenance conditions.

A-3 Committee Composition

A. Ancil Hoffman Course Affairs Committee – 9 Voting Members

1. One Representative from each Home Club

Ancil Hoffman Golf Club 1

Ancil Hoffman Women’s Golf Club 1

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Hoffman Park Business Women’s Golf Club 1

2. General Manager or Operations Manager 1

3. Park Maintenance Worker I or II - Selected by maint. personnel 0

4. Golf Course Superintendent 1

5. Sacramento Golf Council Representative (if available) 1

6. Two At-Large Appointees (by the Supt. of Golf) 2__

B. Cherry Island Course Affairs Committee Members – 10 Voting Members

1. Two Representatives from each Home Club

Cherry Island Golf Club 2

Cherry Island Monday Golf Club (PWGA) 2

2. Operations Manager 1

3. Park Maintenance Worker I or II - Selected by maint. personnel 0

4. Golf Course Superintendent 1

5. Sacramento Golf Council Representative (if available) 1

6. Two At-Large Appointees (by the Director) __2__

C. Mather Course Affairs Committee Members – 11 Voting Members

1. Two Representatives from each Home Club

Mather Golf Club 2

Mather PWGA Golf Club 2

2. General Manager or Operations Manager 1

3. Golf Course Superintendent 1

4. Sacramento Golf Council Representative (if available) 1

5. Two At-Large Appointees (by the Director) __2__

A-4 Purpose

The purpose of the Course Affairs Committee is to facilitate communications throughout and

between the golfing community, the golf course employees, concession operators or fee

managers, the Golf Division Staff, and the Director. The Course Affairs Committee shall

provide a forum whereby golfers of all ability levels can participate in matters of importance

and, as a result, help improve the overall quality of operations and the recreational experience.

A-5 Committee Member Appointments

A. Consideration shall be given in all appointments to level of ability and

background/population diversity.

B. Members shall serve for a term of two years beginning on January 1.

C. It is recommended that members serve only two (2) consecutive terms, but may serve

beyond that length with the approval of the Golf Division Manager.

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D. Appointments are made in the following manner:

1. Club Representation

a. Ancil Hoffman – Each home club (4) shall appoint one member to

the committee.

b. Cherry Island – Each home club (2) shall appoint two members to

the committee.

c. Mather – Each home club (2) shall appoint two members to the

committee.

2. Concessionaire/Fee Manager

a. The General Manager or Operations Manager will be a member of

their course’s committee.

b. In the absence of either manager, another member of their staff

will attend to provide their oral report.

3. Superintendent

a. The Superintendent of each course will be a member of that

course’s committee.

b. Will provide an oral report at all meetings

4. Park Maintenance Worker

a. One full-time maintenance worker shall be elected by the other

full-time maintenance workers at each golf course to represent

them at that course’s committee if needed.

5. Sacramento Golf Council Representative

a. If a Sacramento Golf Council Member is available to sit on this

committee, they are invited to do so. If no SGC Member is

available, this position may be used as an additional at-large

position.

6. At-Large Appointments

a. The Golf Division Manager shall appoint two members at-large

from the golfing public for each golf course. Appointees are

selected from volunteers who either:

i. Apply directly to the Golf Division Manager , or

ii. Are nominated by the Director of Parks and Recreation

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7. Special Appointments – The Golf Division Manager may appoint other

individuals to sit on the Course Affairs Committees to meet the needs of

the County.

8. The County Board of Supervisors may appoint representatives to sit on

one or all the Course Affairs Committees.

A-6 Duties of Officers on the Committees

A. Officers

1. Chairperson

a. Conduct meetings and coordinate with the Golf Division Manager

or designated representative for preparation of the agenda for each

meeting.

b. Represent the committee at meetings of the Board of Supervisors

and Recreation and Parks Commission when needed.

c. Schedule special meetings as requested by the Director or other

committee members.

d. Assist in preparation of an annual report.

2. Vice-Chairperson

In the absence of the Chairperson, the County Representative or the Golf

Shop Manager will perform those duties.

3. Recorder

a. Take notes and produce minutes from all meetings.

b. Forward minutes to the Superintendent or designated

representative for distribution to committee members.

4. Superintendent or Golf Shop Manager at Mather

a. Coordinate with the Chairperson and/or County Representative in

advance to provide information for the meeting agenda.

b. Coordinate the scheduling of the quarterly golf play day.

c. Insure the minutes are provided to the Golf Staff for distribution.

d. Superintendents at Ancil Hoffman and Cherry Island shall act as

the liaison to the Golf Division Manager and shall serve as staff to

the committee.

e. Assist in preparation and presentation of all reports for the

committee

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5. Golf Division Staff

a. Will insure distribution of agendas, minutes, and meeting

reminders as needed.

b. Will prepare all necessary reports on committee activities.

A-7 Duties of the Committees

A. Golf Course Maintenance

1. The Committee assists in gathering information, identifying problems, and

making recommendations regarding maintenance standards at each golf

course.

2. The Committee provides recommendations to resolve problems and helps

develop recommended operational priorities.

3. The Committee compares maintenance practices and course conditions to

other similar facilities in the area.

B. Golf Shop Services

The Committee provides suggestions regarding merchandise, special promotions,

improvements in service, or any problems encountered by golfers in dealing with

the Golf Shop.

C. Food and Beverage Services

The Committee forwards golfers comments regarding special menu promotions,

pricing, opening hours, and on-course availability of food/drink or any problems

encountered by golfers in dealing with the staff.

D. Administrative Policies

1. The Committee reviews and comments on current golf-related

administrative policies, provide advice on new policies, and give feedback

as to how policies are received by golfers.

2. The Committee provides input as to the best way to implement new

policies.

3. The Committee periodically reviews Department administrative golf

policies and advises the Deputy Director, Golf Division of any proposed

modifications.

4. The Committee identifies issues and helps develop a plan of action that

may lead to improving the County Golf Program.

5. The Committee makes recommendations to the Deputy Director, Golf

Division on policies and practices with regard to golf course operations.

E. Review/Updating Golf and Golf Course Policies and Procedures Manual

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The Committee reviews the Golf Course Policies and Procedures Manual

periodically and recommends modifications to the Deputy Director, Golf

Division.

F. Fees

1. The Committee recommends fee adjustments at the County golf courses,

according to its review of current maintenance levels at the County golf

courses and at comparable area courses.

2. The Committee shall review the relationship of expenditures and

maintenance costs to golf revenues.

3. The Committee makes fee recommendations based on their cost and

revenue comparison, golfer comments, maintenance goals, and equipment

replacement.

4. The Committee annually reviews green fees of similar type golf facilities

in the area and uses this information to make fee recommendations.

G. Improvements

The Committee periodically reviews and prioritizes needed improvements to

facilities at its respective course.

H. Public Education

The Committee recommends, as needed, a public education program to deal with

items of concern to all golfers such as slow play, capital improvement program,

and others.

I. Other Matters

1. The Committee addresses other subject matters not included in the general

scope of responsibility; and in such case, submits a proposal to the Deputy

Director, Golf Division for review. The proposal shall:

a. Identify the issue

b. Provide the method of investigation

c. Site reasons why the Committee should involve itself in the issue

d. Address effects that may result if the Committee does not address

the issue

2. The Deputy Director, Golf Division or Director may request the

Committee, from time to time, take on special golf related projects and

report back findings of the Committee.

A-8 Course Evaluation Guidelines

Golf Course Evaluations need to be completed by all participants of the Course Affairs

Committee Evaluation/Play Days. The guidance and forms (listed at Appendix I) need to be

provided to the golfer by the Golf Shop on the day of play. The forms must be completed in

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reviewed and compiled into a spreadsheet that will be provided back to the Course Affairs

Committee at the next meeting. The golf course staff will forward the evaluation forms and

compiled spreadsheet to the Golf Administrative Officer of the Golf Division who will route

this information through the Deputy Director, Golf Division and the Director. The Golf

Administrative Officer will maintain these documents for use in completing Division reports.

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Organizational Chart

Appendix

Sacramento County

Department of Regional Park

Golf Division

County of Sacramento

Board of Supervisors

Nav Gil

County Executive

Robert Leonard

Agency Administrator

Municipal Services Agency

Liz Bellas

Director

Dept of Regional Parks

Recreation and

Parks Commission

Course Affairs Committees

AHGC, CIGC, MGC

Sacramento Golf

Council Co-Sponsored

Tournaments, Junior

Programs, City &

County Support

Greg Bliek

Golf Division Manager

Contract Mgr/Leases

Maintenance & Operations

Golf Budget

Ancil Hoffman GC Pro Shop and

Restaurant

Asa Jennings MGR (CCI)

Derek Smith, F&B Mgr (EGI)

Cherry Island GC (Empire Golf)

Marcus Patterson MGR

Craig Strong, Supt.

Jeff Stevens, F&B Mgr

Mather GC (Course Co. Inc.)

Curt David, MGR

Moody Ayeb, Supt.

Daniel Fuchino, F&B Mgr

Ancil Hoffman GC and Park

Maintenance

Greg Bliek, Supt.

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Sacramento Golf Council

By-Laws

AMENDED & ADOPTED FEBRUARY 2, 2004

Appendix

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SACRAMENTO GOLF COUNCIL (SGC) BY-LAWS

AMENDED & ADOPTED FEBRUARY 2, 2004

ARTICLE I

NAME & DEFINITIONS

Section 1 There is created a non-profit, non-political, voluntary organization known and

designated as the Sacramento Golf Council (SGC).

Section 2 As used in these by-laws, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the

context:

A. “Council” shall mean the Sacramento Golf Council (SGC).

B. “Member” shall mean a member of the Sacramento Golf Council (SGC).

C. “Regular meeting” shall mean the monthly Council meetings held on the first Monday of

every month. If the first Monday of the month falls on a Holiday, the following Monday

shall be the Council meeting day.

D. “City” shall mean the City of Sacramento, California.

E. “County” shall mean the County of Sacramento, California.

F. “City Director” shall mean the Golf Manager, Capital City Golf, City of Sacramento,

California.

G. “County Director” shall mean the Director, or approved representative of the Department

of Regional Parks for the County of Sacramento, California.

Section 3 The Council’s fiscal year shall coincide with the calendar year (January through

December).

ARTICLE II

OBJECTIVES

Section 1 To coordinate, conduct, and promote annual Sacramento golf tournament events

at City and County golf courses, as approved by the City and County, and on behalf of the City

and County.

Section 2 To promote the game of golf in the Sacramento Metropolitan Area.

Section 3 To act as a coordinating body for and among organized golf clubs of the

Metropolitan Area of Sacramento. To establish a calendar of SGC events in the Sacramento

Area.

Section 4 To represent the City and County golf programs in a positive light.

Section 5 To maintain and promote a high standard of sportsmanship among golfers, and to

promote a closer bond and fraternity among those playing the game of golf.

Section 6 To receive and consider all proposals for innovations, material changes or

improvements to establish procedures surrounding Sacramento Golf Council (SGC) events.

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Section 7 To adjudicate matters of conflict affecting all golfers participating in Sacramento

Golf Council (SGC) events.

Section 8 To support junior golf organizations, such as the non-profit 501© 3 organization

known as the Sacramento Area Youth Golf Association (SAY Golf) and other approved youth

golf organizations.

Section 9 To coordinate the efforts of volunteers to the Sacramento Golf Council events.

Section 10 To maintain a strong relationship and cooperation with City and County golf

courses and their staff members. (Amended & Adopted 2/2/04)

ARTICLE III

MEMBERS

Section 1 The Council shall consist of a maximum of twenty-six (26) members with efforts

to achieve equal representation between City and County residents, each of whom shall be

appointed by mutual agreement between the City and County (Amended & Adopted 2/2/04).

Section 2 The members of the Council shall represent a broad segment of the golfing public

involved in the use of public golf courses in the Sacramento area and persons who are

knowledgeable and experienced in one or more of the following areas: conducting quality golf

tournament events; fundraising; junior golf programs; media, marketing, finances, public

relations; and volunteer coordination.

Section 3 Request for membership to the Council must be submitted to the City or

County using the appropriate Sacramento Golf Council (SGC) Membership Application Form.

Vacancies on the Council will be filled from candidates submitting their SGC Application Form

and successfully participating in a personal interview conducted by City and County Directors or

their designees.

Section 4 Honorary life Members shall be designated by a plurality vote of the

Council and must meet with the approval of the City and County Directors. Honorary Members

shall have no vote in the affairs of the Council, nor receive any benefits or privileges as a result

of this designation.

Section 5 The Council Treasurer shall be selected and appointed by City and County

Directors. The Council Treasurer position is not subject to the Council term limit provision and

serves at the pleasure of the City and County Directors. (Amended & Adopted 2/2/04)

ARTICLE IV

MEMBER TERM OF OFFICE

Section 1 The terms of office shall be two years for each Member of the Council. Members

may be re-appointed after their initial term, but in no event shall any Member serve more than

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four consecutive two-year terms on the Council. Members who have served four consecutive

two-year terms are eligible for re-appointment after one year has past. (Amended & Adopted

2/2/04)

Section 2 In order to maintain continuity on the Council, the City and County Directors will

endeavor to select and appoint Members such that their term limits do not expire all at one time.

(Amended & Adopted 2/2/04)

Section 3 Serving any portion of an unexpired term shall not be counted as service of one

term. A Member who is not eligible for reappointment may continue to serve until his/her

successor is appointed.

Section 4 The terms of office for Council Members shall terminate on the first Monday in

December.

Section 5 The members of the Council shall receive no compensation for the performance

of their duties, unless expressly provided by the City and County Directors.

Section 6 Appointments to fill vacancies on the Council shall be handled in the same

manner as original appointments. When a vacancy occurs during a term, the appointment to fill

such vacancies shall be for the unexpired portion of the term.

Section 7 Members of the Council may be removed from Council by the appointive

authority. Members of the Council may be impeached by a two-thirds majority vote of the

Council membership. Impeachment proceedings require that a notice be provided each member

at least ten (10) days prior to meeting at which a vote is taken. Listed below are some examples

of reasons for removal of a Member from the Council:

A. Absence from three consecutive meetings without official permission

expressed in the official minutes.

B. Incompetence, malfeasance, misfeasance, neglect of duty, or conviction of

a crime involving turpitude.

Section 8 It is the responsibility of each Member of the Council to know the dates of regular

meetings. If a Member knows that he of she will not be able to attend a regular meeting of the

Council, it is his or her responsibility to so notify the Council Secretary at least 24 hours before

the meeting. If this procedure is followed, the absence will be recorded in the Council minutes

as an excused absence. Two successive excused absences, or two unexcused absences in a

calendar year, will be reported to the City and County Directors. Decisions regarding removal of

Council members due to poor attendance will rest with the City and County Directors.

The Council Secretary, or presiding officer, will take roll call for attendance purposes at the

beginning of each meeting. The minutes of each meeting shall list the names of Members in

attendance, those who are excused, those who are unexcused, and those who arrive late to a

meeting or leave a meeting prior to adjournment.

ARTICLE V

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OFFICERS & THEIR DUTIES

Section 1 Council officers shall consist of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer,

and Media/Marketing/Public Relations Coordinator.

Section 2 The office of President, Vice President and Secretary shall be elected by the

Council Members for a term of one-year, and may serve no more than two consecutive terms.

These offices shall be elected by the Council members during the Annual Meeting which is

usually the first meeting in December. The Annual Meeting may be the first regular meeting

after the City and County Directors confirm appointments and re-appointments of Members to

the Council.

Section 3 The City and County Directors shall assign staff to assist the Council, within the

limits dictated by fiscal constraints.

Section 4 The duties of the Council officers shall be as follows:

A. President - The President shall preside at all meetings and appoint all

Committees of the Council. The President shall ensure that the Council by-

laws, rules and regulations are enforced. The President shall prepare and

distribute in a timely manner all meeting agendas. All agendas will be

reviewed by the City and County Director designees prior to distribution. The

President shall be an ex-officio member of all Committees. In the absence or

incapacity of the Treasurer, the President may sign checks written from the

Council funds. The President shall be invited to participate in interviews for

appointment of Council Members. The President shall ensure the completion

of the Council’s Annual Report to be submitted to the City and County

Directors by January 15tb each year outlining Council activities of the

previous year.

B. Vice President - The Vice President shall assist the President in carrying out

his/her duties and in the absence of the President shall perform all duties

usually performed by the President. The Vice President shall assist in the

recruitment of potential Members to fill vacancies on the Council.

C. Secretary - The Secretary shall record the minutes of all Council meetings,

Committee reports and ensure that minutes are distributed to Members and

City and County Directors, or their designees, in a timely manner. The

Secretary shall ensure that the official approved minutes of each meeting are

given to the City and County Directors, or his/hers designees, within ten (10)

days after each meeting. The Council Secretary shall submit an attendance

report in January of each year for the preceding calendar year to the City and

County Directors. The Secretary shall ensure that the SGC tournament dates

are reserved with City and County golf courses each year, and shall assist in

the preparation of the Council’s Annual Report.

D. Treasurer - The Treasurer shall be charged with the responsibility of collecting

all moneys for Council events and keeping accurate records of all moneys

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received and expended by the Council. The Treasurer shall be responsible for

preparing and presenting a monthly financial report and distributing it to

Members and City and County Directors, or their designees, in a timely

manner. Payment of all Council expenses, other than tournament expenses

shall be authorized by majority vote at any regular meeting of the Council. In

the absence or incapacity of the Treasurer, signature cards will have been

prepared allowing duties to be performed by the President or Secretary as

second alternate. Upon request of the Treasurer, and approval of the

President, all items other than Council tournament expenses of less than

$50.00 may be paid without authorization of the Council. The Treasurer shall

be responsible for preparing the financial report to be included in the Council’s

Annual Report.

E. Media/Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator - shall be charged with the

responsibility of; 1) creating the master copy of each Council tournament flyer

and delivering to City and County Directors for printing; 2) maintaining the

Council’s website; 3) maintaining the Council’s participant computerized

database and provide mailing lists to Council members; 4) publicizing and

promoting all Council events to ensure maximum participation; 5) working

with tournament directors, creating an annual SGC tournament calendar, and

ensuring that the calendar is distributed to appropriate agencies such as

NCGA, etc.; 6) standardizing and ensuring quality control of the Council

tournament registration flyers, news releases and sponsorships; 7) maintaining

the SGC handbook, Reference Book, Tournament Book, SGC tournament

brochure racks and SGC photo plaques; 8) acting as a liaison between the

media, sponsors and Council; 9) preparing Council marketing, media and

public relations activities to be included in the Council Annual Report; and 10)

assist with Council events as a co-director, he/she is not required to direct a

Council event. (Amended & Adopted 2/2/04)

ARTICLE VI

MEETINGS

Section 1 Regular meetings of the Council shall be on the first Monday of every month at

7:00 p.m.

Section 2 A majority of all the Members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of

business at any regular meeting. A motion shall carry upon the affirmative vote

of the majority of the Members present at any regular meeting.

Section 3 A quorum being present, the order of business at all regular meetings of the

Council shall be as follows:

A. Roll Call

B. Introduction of Guests

C. Approval of Minutes & Secretary’s Report

D. Treasurer’s Report

E. City Report

F. County Report

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G. Media Marketing/Public Relations Coordinator’s Report

H. Tournament Reports

I. Unfinished Business

J. New Business

K. Comments from the Public and Guests

L. Adjournment - Next Meeting Date

Section 4 Approved minutes of all Council meetings shall be kept and filed with the City

and shall be sent to the County Director.

Section 5 The Council shall promulgate such Rules and Regulations for its conduct, as it

deems necessary.

Section 6 All adopted rules shall be promptly filed with the City and shall bear the signature

of the presiding officer.

Section 7 The Annual Meeting shall be the first meeting after the City and County Directors

have confirmed the appointment or re-appointment of members.

Section 8 A Special Meeting may be called by the presiding officer of the Council, or by a

majority vote of the Council members.

ARTICLE VII

COMMITTEES

Section 1 The President shall appoint Committees. The President may appoint special

committees and Ad-Hoc Committees as needed.

Section 2 The President shall be an ex-officio member of all Committees.

Section 3 Committees shall consist of less than a quorum of the entire Council.

ARTICLE VIII

COUNCILS ANNUAL REPORT

Section 1 The Council shall prepare and deliver their Annual Report to the City and County

Directors and their designees by January 15

outlining the Council’s activities for the previous

year. The Council’s Annual Report may include new recommendations, and shall include the

following:

A. The full name of the Council.

B. The Council’s annual goals and objectives.

C. The summary report of all Council events, including but not limited to,

event participation, event finances, event sponsorship information and

recommendations for improving the event in the future.

D. A record of Member’s meeting attendance.

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E. A summary of Council correspondences and public input received, as well

as the Council’s response.

F. The number of meetings held.

G. The amount of money, if any, expended in support of the Council.

H. A list of the City and County staff who regularly assist the Council.

I. A summary report from each of the Council Officers regarding their

activities; including but not limited to the Council’s Annual Financial

Report prepared by the Treasurer, and the Media/Marketing/Public

Relations Coordinator’s Report.

J. A summary of Council actions taken as prepared by the Secretary.

ARTICLE IX

AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS

Section 1 These by-laws may be amended at any regular meeting of the Council by a

majority vote of the Members present, provided that notice of such amendment shall have been

given at the previous meeting.

Section 2 The by-laws and future amendments shall be subject to the final approval of the

City and County Directors.

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Sacramento County Golf

Course Fee Schedule

Effective May, 2016

D-1 Golf Fee Schedule

A. Fee Adjustment Authority

A consolidated schedule of golf fees for Ancil Hoffman, Cherry Island, and

Mather Golf Courses is attached to this schedule. These fees will be adjusted, as

necessary, to immediately respond to extreme weather conditions or extraordinary

circumstances (such as course repair/construction activities), or significant shifts

in peak-play time periods, or other market conditions that may require fee rate

changes which correspond to play demand. The time of day schedules and user

fee categories may also be adjusted to correspond to changing market conditions

or play demand as needed.

The County Board of Supervisors is the authority that governs fee changes at the

County of Sacramento golf courses. On April 23, 2009, the Board delegated

authority to the Director of Regional Parks to approve fee changes within certain

limits. The Director has the authority to approve fee changes up to a ceiling of

$43.00 (which is adjusted annually by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Consumer

Price Index (CPI) for February of each year) and downward to not less than 10%

of permanent pricing levels. Based on two years of CPI adjustments, the new

maximum green fee ceiling in March 2011 is $45.00.

B. User Fee Categories (Descriptions)

The user fee categories and rate structures (listed on the attached rate schedule)

established at Cherry Island, Mather and Ancil Hoffman Golf Courses are unique

to each individual course and are based on time-of-day course utilization, as well

as day of week (Weekdays, Fridays, or Weekends and Holidays) usage. All

schedules are subject to seasonal adjustments due to daylight restrictions. The

following provides a general description of each user fee category.

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1. Sun Up-Back 9 (First 1-1/2 hours)

2. Weekend Premium/Holiday (Weeknd primetime and approved Holiday)

3. Standard (Daily prime-time user fee rate)

4. Midday (Standard Midday rate)

5. Twilight (Reduced Twilight rate)

6. 9-Hole (Standard 9-hole rate)

7. Senior (Picture ID required, 60 years or older)

8. Junior (Junior etiquette card issued in the County of Sacramento required,

under 18 years)

9. Low-Income Family (County of Sacramento identification card required)

10. Low-Income Senior (Proof of eligibility required, 60 years or older)

11. Tournament (Weekend tournament rate)

12. Premium Event (See subsection #4)

13. Weekend Special Event (See subsection #6)

C. Tournament reservation security deposit: $100.00, per tournament group. Deposit

due upon submission of tournament application(s).

1. Deposit is applied to green fees (of last scheduled tournament date) if up

to 90% of reserved slots are used; deposit is otherwise forfeit and shall be

credited to the County of Sacramento Department of Regional Parks as

golf revenue.

2. Deposit is refunded only in the event the requested tournament date is

unavailable and cannot be assigned to reserving party.

3. If requesting group requests more than one date, a single deposit is

required per course. After each scheduled tournament, the security deposit

will be applied to the next scheduled tournament.

D. Premium Event Tournament Fee

1. Check with the Tournament Director at each course for fees, terms, and

availability

2. Special Conditions: Each golf course will be allowed to schedule 20

premium event dates per calendar year. Each golf course may schedule

two premium events per date; however, premium events may only be

scheduled at two of the three County golf courses on the same date.

Any exceptions to these conditions must be approved by the Golf Division

Manager.

E. Premium Event tournament reservation security deposit

$500.00, per date requested (deposit applied to green fees). Deposit due upon

submission of premium event tournament application.

1. Deposit is forfeited if the reserving party cancels the tournament. The

forfeited deposit shall be credited to the County of Sacramento

Department of Regional Parks as golf revenue.

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F. Weekend Special Events

Weekend Special Events may be held at the golf courses as standard tee time

tournaments (not shotgun tournaments) that start earlier than 10:00 a.m. These

tournament fees will be at a higher rate than other tournaments since they start

during peak golf times.

1. Weekend Special Event Rates: Check with the Tournament Director at

each course for fees, terms, and availability

G. Golf Cart Fees

The fees charged for the rental of power golf carts is established by the Director.

The fees are established at each of the golf courses separately. The golf cart

rental fees for each golf course are listed on the attached fee schedule. All

courses do charge a standard rate of $16.00 - $18.00 per person for the use of a

power golf cart for persons with disabilities.

H. Golf Course Marketing & Promotional Programs

The Director shall have the authority to approve golf course marketing and

promotional programs and applicable fees subject to the following conditions:

1. The program is for a limited period of time, not to exceed 12 calendar

months duration;

2. The program is designed to encourage play during off-peak periods (as

determined by the Director);

3. The program is designed to increase overall usage and revenue of the

affected golf course(s) [to include, but not be limited to, programs

designed to immediately respond to extreme weather conditions or

extraordinary circumstances, such as course repair/construction activities,

or significant shifts in peak-play time periods or other market conditions

which may require (as determined by the Director) fee rate changes which

correspond to play demand];

4. The fees charged for the marketing or promotional program do not exceed

the rate ceiling approved by the Board of Supervisors for “Standard” 18-

hole play at each County golf course.

I. “Value-Added” Preferred Customer Programs

The Director shall have the authority to implement “Preferred Customer” program

offerings and establish corresponding fee rates for new “value-added” benefits,

which may be made available to the golfing public at the County golf courses,

subject to the following conditions:

1. The program is designed to increase customer loyalty by offering added

benefits and services available at the County’s golf facilities.

2. The program is designed to increase overall revenue at the affected golf

course(s).

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J. High School Play

1. An annual green fee charge for high school teams which covers practice

rounds and league or non-league match play during the February 1

through April 30 league play season: $750.00/team (limited to three High

School teams per golf course). Fee includes high school players and one

supervising golf coach who are members of an organized golf team from a

high school in Sacramento County. The fee also includes the opposing

team’s green fees for play within the same league. For any practice or

non-league match, the visiting team must pay the current nine-hole junior

green fee; however, practice or non-league match rounds with teams

assigned to other golf courses with reciprocal play privileges within

Sacramento County boundaries are allowed at no additional charge.

2. The dates for the high school golf schedule shall be from February 1

through April 30

, Mondays through Thursdays, excluding holidays and

premium shotgun event days. For practice and league/non-league match

play between two schools, a maximum of five consecutive tee times (20

players) per day will commence at 3:00 p.m. League or non-league match

play between three schools will be allowed to be scheduled only by

omitting a previously scheduled two-school league or non-league match.

For recognized match play between three schools, a maximum of six

consecutive tee times (24 players) will commence at 3:00 p.m.

K. Miscellaneous Fee Provisions

1. By resolution of the Board of Supervisors adopted on January 9, 1996, the

Standard (Monday-Thursday) golf fee rate will apply to Friday play by the

Ancil Hoffman Friday Parkway Women’s Golf Club membership.

2. By resolution of the Board of Supervisors adopted on January 9, 1996, the

Standard (Monday-Thursday) golf fee rate will apply to play by groups

booking “Incentive Tournaments” on Fridays (groups booked on the

opposite end of Friday Premium Shotgun Events).

3. The “Weekend Tournament” fee category applies to all Friday, Saturday,

Sunday and Holiday tournament play.

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Attachment A- 2019 Rate Schedule

GREEN FEE RATES

Ancil

Hoffman

Cherry

Island

Mather

STANDARD RATES:

Weekday Sun-up-Back 9

$ 22.00

$ 17.00

$ 15.00

Mon-Thurs 18-Hole

$ 31.00

$ 32.00

Weekday Tournament (Mon-Thur)

$ 35.00

$ 34.00

Friday 18-Hole

$ 38.00

$ 35.00

$ 34.00

Weekend Sun-up - Back 9

$ 26.00

$ 21.00

$ 18.00

Weekend 18-Hole Standard

$ 41.00

$ 39.00

$ 41.00

Weekend Tournament (F,S,Su,H)

$ 48.00

$ 44.00

$ 46.00

Weekend 18-Hole Holiday/Premium

$ 45.00

$ 44.00

Mon-Thurs 9-Hole

$ 24.00

$ 19.00

$ 20.00

Friday 9-Hole

$ 29.00

$ 23.00

$ 21.00

Weekend/Holiday 9-Hole

$ 29.00

$ 24.00

$ 23.00

SENIOR WEEKDAY RATES:*

Mon-Thurs 18-Hole

$ 28.00

$ 26.00

$ 28.00

Friday 18-Hole

33.00

$ 26.00

$ 28.00

Mon-Thurs 9-Hole

N/A

Friday 9-Hole

N/A

JUNIOR RATES:**

Mon-Thurs 18-Hole

$ 17.00

$ 15.00

Friday 18-Hole

$ 17.00

$ 15.00

Weekend/Holiday 18-Hole

$ 17.00

$ 15.00

Mon-Thurs 9-Hole

$ 12.00

$ 10.00

Friday 9-Hole

$ 12.00

$ 10.00

Weekend/Holiday 9-Hole

$ 12.00

$ 10.00

MIDDAY RATES:

Mon-Thurs Play

$ 24.00

$ 19.00

$ 25.00

Friday Play

$ 27.00

$ 24.00

$ 26.00

Weekend/Holiday Play

$ 27.00

$ 24.00

$ 26.00

TWILIGHT RATES:

Mon-Thurs Play

$ 18.00

$ 16.00

$ 20.00

Friday Play

$ 20.00

$ 17.00

$ 20.00

Weekend/Holiday Play

$ 20.00

$ 18.00

$ 21.00

*Senior Rates apply all day Mon-Thurs and on Friday prior to 10:00 a.m.

**Junior Rates apply Mon-Thurs and after 12:00 (noon) on Fri, Sat, Sun and Holidays

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GREEN FEE RATES CONT’D

Ancil Hoffman

Cherry Island

Mather

Premium Events:

Mon-Thurs

$37.00

$32.00

$34.00

Friday

$43.00

$39.00

$40.00

Saturday

N/A

Cart Rates:

Golf Cart (Full)

$36.00

$34.00

$36.00

Golf Cart (Single)

$18.00

$17.00

$18.00

*Senior Rates apply Mon - Thurs, and Fridays prior to 10am

**Junior Rates apply Mon - Thurs and after 12:00 (noon)

on Fri, Sat, Sun, & Holidays.

Time of Day Schedules

Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

Rate/Time Schedule

Weekend Premium &

Holidays

Standard

Midday

Twilight

Nov. thru Feb.

Open till 11:00 am

Open till 1:00 pm

1pm - 3pm

After 3:00 pm

March and Oct.

Open till 12:00 pm

Open till 2:00 pm

2pm - 4pm

After 4:00 pm

April thru September

Open till 1:00 pm

Open till 3:00 pm

3pm - 5pm

After 5:00 pm

Cherry Island Golf Course

Rate/Time Schedule

Weekend Premium &

Holidays

Standard

Midday

Twilight

Nov. thru Feb.

Open till 10:00 am

Open till 12pm

12pm - 3pm

After 3:00 pm

March and Oct.

Open till 11:00 am

Open till 1:00 pm

1pm - 4pm

After 4:00 pm

April thru September

Open till 12:00 pm

Open till 2:00 pm

2pm - 5pm

After 5:00 pm

Mather Golf Course

Rate/Time Schedule

Weekend Premium &

Holidays

Standard

Midday

Twilight

Nov. thru Feb.

Open till 11:00 am

Open till 1:00 pm

12pm - 2pm

After 2:00 pm

March and Oct.

Open till 12:00 pm

Open till 2:00 pm

1pm - 3pm

After 3:00 pm

Sept., April, Aug.

Open till 1:00 pm

Open till 3:00 pm

3pm - 5pm

After 5:00 pm

May thru July

Open till 1:00 pm

Open till 4:00 pm

4pm - 5pm

After 5:00 pm

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Player Assistant Program

E-1 Program Overview

A. Golf Shop Managers are responsible for the administration, daily supervision,

monitoring, and management of the Player Assistant Program at each Sacramento

County golf course. Player Assistants (also known as course guides, marshals or pace

directors) shall be volunteers selected from local area seniors, retirees, and

experienced golfers wishing to provide these services. Player Assistants must be at

least 18 years of age and possess a California Driver’s License before they are eligible

to serve as a volunteer in this capacity. Their knowledge and tact will contribute to the

effective management of daily golf rounds and on-course emergency situations. Full-

time coverage by Player Assistants will be provided on a daily basis throughout the

year, seven days a week, from one hour after the course is opened to dark, subject to

change due to inclement weather or during slow play periods with prior approval of

the Director. One Player Assistant will be scheduled for routine coverage, except as

modified during the off-season or during inclement weather. One additional Player

Assistant will be provided for full-time coverage when 60 or more tournament players

are on the course. The Golf Shop Manager will provide on-going training for all

Player Assistants and will provide each Player Assistant a copy of this Player

Assistant Policy and will have each Player Assistant sign a statement that they

received a copy of this policy.

B. The policies and procedures for the Player Assistant Program are as follows:

1. The Player Assistant is to have a two-way radio with him/her at all times

in order to maintain contact with the starter and the Golf Shop. A radio is

necessary to better monitor the speed of play, to handle security and safety

issues, and for the protection of players, the golf course and equipment.

The Player Assistant will be provided with transportation in the form of a

golf cart, which is clearly marked as “Player Assistant” (or “Golf

Marshal”). All Player Assistants will wear shirts or jackets with nametags

identifying them as a Player Assistant.

2. The Player Assistant is responsible for maintaining pace of play consistent

with tee time intervals for that course. Pace of play on the County’s three

golf courses should be two hours fifteen minutes for nine holes.

3. The Player Assistant shall check on tee times with the Golf Shop to find

out when a particular group started in order to judge their pace of play.

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G O L F P O L I C Y & P R O C E D U R E S M A N U A L

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4. It is important for the Player Assistant to monitor the pace of play of early

groups especially on busy days. One slow group will result in slow play

for the rest of the day.

E-2 Slow Play Policy & Implementation Procedure

Slow play will not be tolerated. It is not fair for one or two slow groups to ruin the day for the

rest of the players.

A. FIRST WARNING:

1. Group is warned they are playing at a pace of more than two hours fifteen

minutes per nine holes, or;

2. They are not keeping pace with the group(s) ahead of them.

B. SECOND WARNING:

If a group falls one hole behind, the group will be approached and told they must

catch up to the group in front of them within two holes.

C. THIRD WARNING:

If the group has still not caught up to the group in front of them (within two

holes), they will be asked to pick up their ball(s) and proceed to the next hole to

close the gap.

D. REMOVAL FROM GOLF COURSE:

1. If the first three warnings have been given and the group obviously cannot (or

will not) maintain the required pace of play, the following steps should be

initiated:

a. The group should be approached and politely told that they are in violation

of the County’s Pace of Play Policy and then escorted to the Golf Shop,

where a FULL REFUND for green fees and carts (as applicable) will be

offered to them.

b. Suggest that they try playing at an “off peak” time when the course is not

full, such as late afternoons or evenings.

2. If the customer has further comments or concerns after discussing the

County’s slow play policy with the Golf Shop Manager, they may call the

Sacramento County Department of Regional Parks (Monday-Friday 9AM to

5PM) at 875-6961 and ask to speak to the Golf Division Manager.

E. WRITTEN NOTIFICATION TO DEPARTMENT

The Golf Shop Manager and staff should document in the daily log any incident

where the removal of a golfer or golfers occurs. In cases where a removal does

occur, the incident should be described in writing (letter, memo, or email) to the

Golf Division Manager.

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E-3 Additional Player Assistant Duties

The Player Assistant shall perform the following duties while guiding pace of play:

A. Pick up litter and trash from course.

B. Replace towels on ball washers AS DIRECTED.

C. Refill ball washers, and other miscellaneous duties that may be requested by

course management or superintendent.

D. Keep necessary records and complete patrol logs in a legible manner.

E-4 Enforcement Of Course Rules

The Player Assistant shall enforce the following on course rules as specified by the County of

Sacramento and Golf Shop Manager:

A. Enforce all operational rules for motorized golf carts.

B. No personal ice chests or coolers will be allowed on premises.

C. Remind golfers TO USE proper golf etiquette and enforce the rules of golf and the

local rules of the course.

D. Remind golfers to repair ball marks and replace divots.

E. REPORT EMERGENCY OR UNSAFE CONDITIONS TO GOLF SHOP

IMMEDIATELY.

F. COORDINATE EMERGENCY RESPONSES TO GOLF COURSE

LOCATIONS AS DIRECTED.

E-5 Observed Misuse of Golf Course

Any Player Assistant observing groups or individuals misusing the golf course shall approach

the individual(s) and inform them of what they are doing wrong. If they do not discontinue

the described behavior, they will be asked to leave the golf course without a refund. The types

of offenses that require this type of action include:

A. Blatant disregard for posted golf course rules.

B. Misuse of golf carts.

C. Intentionally damaging golf course turf areas, equipment, or other County

property.

D. Use of loud or abusive language or profanity.

E. Conducting themselves in an inappropriate manner, unfitting in a public place.

E-6 Non-Golfers

Player Assistant procedures for dealing with non-golfers on the golf course:

A. Walkers and joggers: People walking or jogging on the golf course should be

approached and politely informed that they must leave the area, and then escort

them from the course.

B. Bicyclists, skateboarders, and rollerbladers: They should be approached and told

that at no time are these activities allowed on the golf course. They should be

escorted immediately off the course.

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C. Unauthorized golfers: Individuals, many times local residents, will walk onto the

golf course and hit balls or play without checking in with the golf shop. These

individuals should be politely approached and asked if they started on the first

hole, paid their green fee, and have a receipt. If they do not have a receipt and did

not pay the appropriate fee, they should be escorted from the course. If in doubt,

contact the Golf Shop for verification of authorized individuals. If they decide to

leave, attempt to get their names for the daily report sheet.

D. Uncooperative Trespassers: If under any of the preceding circumstances the

individuals confronted become defiant, abusive, and unwilling to cooperate, the

Player Assistant shall radio in to the Golf Shop for directions. UNDER NO

CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE PLAYER ASSISTANT GET PHYSICAL

OR VERBALLY ABUSIVE IN ENFORCING ANY POLICY OF THE

COUNTY! If the individual(s) confronted are uncontrollable and the situation

cannot be handled by additional Golf Shop staff, the Manager shall contact the

Park Rangers or Sheriff’s Department for assistance.

E-7 General Guidelines

A. The Player Assistant will be required to travel the golf course in a reverse pattern to

the flow of play. This will allow the Player Assistant to see and resolve problems

before they escalate.

B. The Player Assistant will carry a limited supply of emergency medical equipment that

may include, but is not limited to, a first aid kit, blanket, and small pillow. He/she

should also try to carry a limited supply of water at all times. He/she will also handle

emergency situations as described in the accident report procedure. The Player

Assistant is to be courteous, but firm, at all times. If a situation arises whereby an

individual doesn’t want to abide by the rules, the golf shop shall be radioed for

assistance. THE INTENT OF THESE PROCEDURES IS TO MAKE THE DAY

ENJOYABLE FOR ALL CUSTOMERS. WE DO NOT WANT TO ALIENATE

ANYONE. HOWEVER, IT IS BETTER TO ALIENATE ONE GROUP OR

INDIVIDUAL THAN IT IS TO ALLIENATE OUR LOYAL CUSTOMERS

PLAYING BEHIND THE SLOW PLAYERS.

E-8 Player Assistant Benefits

A. Assistant Passes (Sample posted at the end of Appendix E)

Player’s Pass will be provided to each Player Assistant for each six hours of

volunteer service.

B. Golf privileges (one round of golf per pass)

Player Assistants may use the Player Assistant Pass as follows:

1. Home Course Player Assistants

a. Anytime (Monday through Friday) at their home course.

b. On weekends (Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays) at their home

course on a stand-by basis only (non-reserved time slot) when no

other paying customers are waiting to play.

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c. Permitted for weekday home club tournament play only and only

if the Player Assistant is a member of the home club.

2. Visiting Player Assistants

a. Midweek (Monday through Friday) after 12:00 noon.

b. On weekends (Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays) after 12:00

noon on a stand-by basis only (non-reserved time slot) when no

other paying customers are waiting to play.

C. Complimentary Carts [one ride (half cart) per pass]

Golfers sharing a cart with a Player Assistant are subject to a half-cart fee.

D. Driving Range Usage (one small bucket of range balls per pass)

Player Assistant’s may use this privilege without using the total Player Assistant

Pass by having the pass punched by the Golf Shop when they use the Driving

Range only. (The Golf Shop will punch out the R on the pass.)

E. Player Assistant discount on Golf Shop merchandise

Player Assistants who have been volunteering their services at one of the County

golf courses for 90 days will be allowed to purchase non-sale merchandise at their

home course for the discounted rate of cost plus 20%.

Notes:

1. Player Assistant passes are non-transferable and shall be used by the

person they are issued to.

2. Player Assistant passes shall expire one year from the date issued.

3. Player Assistant passes shall expire 30 days from the date the Player

Assistant has ended service in the program.

Sample Player Assistant Pass

Player Assistant Pass

Sacramento County Golf

Division

Player Assistant is entitled to:

One (1) Round of Golf

One-Half (1/2) Golf Cart Rental

One (1) Small Bucket of Range Balls

(Pass expires one year from date issued)

One pass may be issued for each 6 hours

of volunteer service

Name ___________________________

Date Issued ______________________

Issued by ________________________

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Sacramento County

Liability Incident Report

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Send original to Risk Management Office within 24 hrs. of incident. Fax: (916) 876-5156, Mail Code 58-600

AGENCY_________________ Liability Incident Report

Risk Mgmt. File Number (Dept. use ONLY)

DEPARTMENT______________________ Please: PRINT or TYPE

DIVISION______________________ In case of serious accident, call 9-1-1 for FIRE, POLICE, and AMBULANCE services.

SECTION______________________ This form is NOT to be used for accidents involving County vehicles or drivers.

Person Involved (use separate forms if more than one person)

______________________________________________________ Date of Birth _________________

Last First M.I.

______________________________________________________________________________________________

Street (or P.O. Box) City State Zip Code

Phone Number ( ) ( ) ( )

Home Work Other

Date/Time of Accident / Incident / Loss (MM/DD/YYYY Time pm /am

Location of Accident / Incident / Loss

How Did This Accident / Incident / Loss Occur?

(Please use the back of this form if more space is necessary)

Describe Damage / Injury / Loss

(Please use the back of this form if more space is necessary)

Witnesses

Name Address Phone Number

Preparer’s Information

Name (please print) Title

Phone Number

Signature of preparer Date

COPY TO: County Safety Office Mail Code: 58-600

Workers’ Comp. Mail Code: 58-600 (ONLY if County employee was injured)

For general questions, call the Risk Management Office at 876-5251 Revised: 06/01

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Location Maps

Appendix

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Adaptive Golf Cart Policy

H-1 Use of Adaptive Golf Carts

A. Eligibility Requirements

1. Any Disabled Golfer who is unable to use a standard golf cart as

determined by the Manager or Head Professional at the golf course.

a. The disabled golfer must be certified on the operation, etiquette

and safe usage of the adaptive golf cart by the Head Professional or

his/her designated representative.

b. The disabled golfer must sign the Adaptive Golf Cart Liability

Waiver.

B. Knowledge Requirements

1. All Disabled Golfers will be provided with a copy of the United States

Golf Association’s Pamphlet on the Modification of The Rules of Golf for

Golfers With Disabilities. The Golfers will adhere to these rules during

their play. Golfers must conduct themselves in a safe manner and must

not be abusive to fellow players, the course, or course personnel. Golfers

must maintain pace of play at all times. When a golfer or group of golfers

is playing too slowly in comparison to the golfers following, they must

speed up their pace or move to the next forward set of tees in order to keep

pace. No golfer shall hit his/her ball into the area where another golfer is

playing. Courtesy to fellow golfers must be practiced at all times. The

Golf Course Superintendent, Pro Shop staff, Golf Marshal, Park Ranger

and maintenance personnel are all authorized to request that golfers follow

the rules published in this manual and printed on the score card. If any

golfer needs to be reminded of golf rules, etiquette, or poor safety

practices on more than one occasion, he/she may be asked to leave the golf

course. Normally, removal of a golfer from the golf course will only be

done if the golfer has impaired the health, welfare, property or safety of

others, or has failed to comply with established rules, regulations, or

policies. Removal may be done by the Golf Course Superintendent, Head

Professional, Golf Course Marshal, Park Rangers, Sheriff’s Patrol, or a

combination of these. Removal actions shall be done firmly, politely and

only after all the facts bearing on the situation have been ascertained.

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2. All Disabled Golfers are required to use their best judgment while safely

operating the Adaptive Golf Cart to avoid personal injury and damage to

the golf course. This includes:

a. Approaching and climbing all slopes including tee boxes and

greens at a 90-degree angle.

b. Avoiding flooded or muddy areas anywhere on the golf course.

c. At no time will the cart be driven into a bunker or within 15 feet of

any water hazard or ravine.

d. Complying with all special instructions provided by the golf course

at the time of play concerning areas unable to accommodate the

cart.

C. Equipment Requirements

1. Disabled golfers may use their own golf equipment or can use the

equipment made available at the golf course for their use.

2. The equipment provided on the golf cart will include:

a. Golf Clubs (if the golfer doesn’t have their own)

b. 1 Ball retriever to retrieve their ball from unplayable areas (i.e.

bunkers)

c. 1 Floatation Cushion for emergency use

d. 1 Copy of the USGA Pamphlet on the Modification of The Rules

of Golf for Golfers With Disabilities

H-2 Cart Availability

The Adaptive Golf Cart must be reserved in advance through the Golf Shop at the time

the golfer’s tee time is reserved. Reservations will be on a first come, first serve basis.

A. The use of the Adaptive Golf Cart on the golf course on the day of play is at

discretion of the Golf Shop Staff in coordination with the Maintenance

Superintendent, with the final authority on whether course conditions can allow

it’s use being with the Maintenance Superintendent.

B. Training on the use of the Adaptive Golf Cart will be scheduled through the Golf

Shop. There is no charge for the cart during training and practice. Range balls

will be provided by the Golf Shop to the golfer during training.

H-3 Cart Fees and Revenue Breakdown

A. The fee for use of the Adaptive Golf Cart during course play will be one half the

price of a regular two-person golf cart.

B. All revenue produced by the Adaptive Golf Cart rental will be retained by the

Golf Shop to cover expenses required for the maintenance of the golf cart and the

costs incurred while training the disabled golfers.

C. All green fees generated through this program will be calculated and paid in the

same manner as regular green fees. If a disabled golfer is either asked to

discontinue his/her round of golf due to slow play or if for a physical reason, they

are unable to complete their round, the Golf Shop will issue the Golfer a rain

check to cover the unplayed holes.

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Golf Course Evaluation

Guidelines and Form

I-1 Evaluation Guidelines

The following guidelines should be used to determine the ratings while evaluating the County

Golf Courses. The ratings should not be based on how the golfer played, rather on the

conditions of the golf course. Exaggerated ratings are discouraged in order to get a fair

assessment of the golf course. If any category is not observed, leave it blank or write N/A.

Comments are requested to help clarify the ratings and to assist in improving the conditions

noted. Please insure the golf course played is marked on the form and that the name of the

golfer is legible.

1. Greens Possible 5 points

The greens on a golf course are the most commonly discussed by golfers and the hardest part

of the golf course to maintain.

1. Quality and Playability: 100% turf cover, smooth, well drained, consistent, and

uniform in texture – firm but not too hard and of suitable speed. Greens hold

approach shots hit correctly. Cups are cut cleanly and in proper location, in

accordance with USGA recommendations. Generally free of weeds, insects,

rodents and turf diseases. Flagsticks are of good quality, standing straight, and are

uniform on all greens.

2. Appearance: Turf is uniform in color and mowing direction. Collars

and aprons have definition and are cut to uniform standard.

2. Practice Greens Possible 5 points

This includes all practice putting and chipping greens. The Practice Greens should also meet

the same standards as the 18 greens on the golf course. They should also meet the following

standards:

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Expectations: Practice greens should be clearly defined and properly posted as to

being open or closed. There should be a sufficient number of practice holes to handle

the traffic, within the limits of the practice green.

3. Tees/Amenities Possible 5 points

Tee areas provide the first impression of each hole and can add or detract from the complete

golfing experience.

a. Tee Quality: 100% turf cover with smooth, firm, and level surface.

Generally free of weeds, disease, or rodents. Uniform mowing, adequate top

dressing and seeding program is evident. Tees drain well with no mud buildup.

b. Perimeter Areas Around Tees: Area between cart path and tees is uniformly

mowed and smoothly turfed. Generally free of identifiable traffic patterns and

worn areas on the tee. Ball washers are clean and filled with treated water and

have a clean towel. Benches and signs are in good condition and properly placed.

All surrounding landscaped areas are in good condition and adequately

maintained. Tee markers are properly placed.

4. Fairways Possible 5 points

The fairways are important visually and for play conditions at the golf course.

a. Quality and Playability: Turf is firm, but not hard, well defined and properly

supports the ball for play. Irrigation systems must be used to deliver sufficient

water to provide coverage to all turf areas, trees and shrubs without impacting on

the playability of the course due to dry areas or wet areas.

b. Appearance: Fairways are smooth with a uniform turf color. Generally,

irrigated turf should look uniform whether on greens, fairways, roughs, slopes,

sunny areas or shaded areas. Yardage markers and other courses markers are

well placed, visible, and in good repair. Valve boxes, sprinkler heads, and

time clocks are level with grade and adequately trimmed for function and

appearance.

5. Roughs Possible 5 points

Rough areas have a direct affect on the playability of the golf course and the pace of play.

Expectations: Rough areas are properly mowed to a predetermined height. The rough

areas throughout the golf course are maintained consistently and safely. Course

markings are visible and well maintained. This includes distance markers, hazards,

out-of-bounds areas, and all other staked areas.

6. Irrigation Possible 5 points

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This is not an evaluation of the irrigation system. Rather, an evaluation of whether the system

is being used to properly irrigate the golf course.

a. Quality and Playability: Irrigation must deliver sufficient and uniform watering to

provide coverage to all turf areas (greens, tees, fairways and roughs), trees, and

shrubs throughout the golf course, parking lots, and buffer lands, without

impacting on the playability of the golf course due to dry areas and wet areas.

b. Appearance: Generally, irrigated turf should look uniform whether on

greens, fairways, roughs, slopes, sunny areas, or shaded areas. Valve boxes,

sprinkler heads, and time clocks are level with grade and adequately trimmed

for function and appearance.

7. Lakes Possible 5 points

Lakes are environmentally important to each golf course. They affect the condition of the golf

course and are the habitat for many forms of wildlife.

a. Appearance: Water is generally clean, clear of weeds or other growth, foul

odor, or floating litter or debris. Banks are trimmed except for natural areas

identified as a “hazard” or “out-of-bounds”.

b. Perimeter Areas: Shorelines and the ground around the lakes and streams are well

defined, attractive, mowed, trimmed, and have a smooth and clean surface;

generally free of debris—except in areas identified as a “hazard”.

c. Support Equipment: Pumps, well areas, and electrical panels are properly fenced

and maintained to provide a neat, clean, and generally quiet and unobtrusive

appearance.

8. Bunkers Possible 5 points

Bunkers directly affect the playability and definition of the golf course.

Expectations: Sand surface is uniform and raked smoothly throughout, with adequate

depth for play. Sand is of a consistent texture throughout the golf course. Rakes are

adequate in number, in good condition, and evenly spaced throughout the course.

Traps are edged, generally free of weeds, rocks, or debris.

9. Trees and Shrubs Possible 5 points

Trees and shrubs directly affect the play and visual aesthetics of the golf course.

Expectations: All trees and shrubs must be maintained in a safe, healthy, structurally

sound, and aesthetically pleasing condition. All pruning shall be in accordance with

ISA standards. Trees and shrubs shall be pruned to maintain cart, mower, and

pedestrian traffic clearance for a minimum of 7 feet. All automobile, service, and

delivery traffic areas shall be pruned to a minimum of 14 feet. Tree bases are neat and

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clear of stumps, sucker growth, or downed limbs. Staked trees shall be properly tied

to promote good health for the tree or shrub needing support.

10. Cart Paths Possible 5 points

Cart paths provide visual definition to the golf course and their condition effects the golfing

experience. Golf cart longevity can also be impacted by the cart path conditions. Paths should

be smooth with no raised surfaces due to root damage or buckling.

a. Quality: The condition of the cart paths should be relatively smooth with no

raised surfaces due to root damage or buckling. Any cracks, holes, or breaks

should be repaired. Curbs should be properly edged. Paths should be free of

weeds, excessive dirt, debris, and litter.

a. Traffic Control: Ropes, stakes, and other traffic control devices are clean, in good

condition, and repaired as necessary.

11. Entrances/Parking Lots Possible 5 points

Entry areas and parking lots provide the most important first impression of the golf course.

a. Entrances: Entrance areas are attractively landscaped and well maintained with

healthy plants suited for the area. All planter areas are generally free of weeds,

litter, and debris. Entrance signs are in proper locations, attractive, and

informative.

b. Parking Lots: Parking lots have good traffic flow and directional signs. Parking

lot surface is clean and smooth, generally free of potholes, cracks, or signs of

excessive wear. Striping is bright and clearly evident with special logos for

handicapped parking in good condition and repair.

12. Fences Possible 5 points

Fences on and around the golf course provide definition and security to the facility.

Expectations: Perimeter and protective fences and screens are generally free of holes,

tears, and splits and are stretched to the original design. Support posts are in place,

straight, properly anchored, and tied tightly to all fence material. Fence lines are

maintained clean and clear of weeds and other growth. Signs or warning notices are

clear and easily readable.

13. Clubhouse/Grounds Possible 5 points

The clubhouse and grounds is a major contributor to the successful image of the golf course.

a. Clubhouse: The clubhouse area, breezeways, public restrooms, patio areas, utility

enclosures, walkways, and refuse containers are clean, orderly, well maintained,

and in good repair. The exterior and interior surfaces are well maintained, painted

surfaces are clean and in good repair, signs are also in good condition. Employee

areas are clean and in good condition. Signs and bulletin boards are neat and

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orderly with current information only. Walkways are clean, edged and generally

free of litter and debris. Windows and floor coverings are also clean and in good

repair.

b. Landscaped Areas: Turf and shrub beds around the clubhouse shall receive the

same level of attention as does the rest of the golf course. Landscaped areas

should enhance the clubhouse and be an integral part of it.

14. Restrooms Possible 5 points

Restrooms are commonly the hardest areas to maintain at a public facility.

Expectations: Restrooms are consistently cleaned, stocked with paper products, and

well maintained. All fixtures are operational. Interior and exterior areas are clean and

orderly. Restrooms are properly identified for men and women. Restrooms should be

attractive to the public.

15. Food/Beverage Services Possible 5 points

All restaurant and snack bar operations are of the highest quality. Are customer needs being

met.

Expectations: Food items must be served at the proper temperatures and in an

attractive and appetizing manner. Food is well prepared and meets customer

expectations. Employees are well groomed and courteous to customers. Both snack

bar and restaurant services operate adequate hours as posted and spelled out in

contracts. There is adequate staff to maintain excellent service. The alcoholic

beverages meet all code requirements and are served responsibly and professionally.

16. Food/Beverage Areas Possible 5 points

All food service areas and bar are clean, orderly, and receive adequate and continuous

cleaning in order to insure that food items are stored and served in the most sanitary of

conditions. Food service operations are to be well organized and properly displayed.

Expectations: All food service areas are maintained to the highest possible standard

and meet health code requirements. Refrigeration and cooking equipment are also

clean and operate at the proper temperatures.

17. Mobile Food Service (On-course beverage cart) Possible 5 points

If the on-course beverage cart was operating during your round, did the cart sufficiently meet

your needs.

Expectations: The on-course beverage cart is required to meet the same standards as

the restaurant for service, quality, cleanliness, courtesy, selection, etc. with the

understanding that the cart has limited capabilities as to menu. Did the cart service

your group a sufficient number of times during your round?

18. Golf Shop/Professional Services Possible 5 points

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The Golf Shop oversees all golf operations at the golf course, including starter services,

merchandise selection and sales, cart rental, and lessons.

Expectations: The staff is courteous, knowledgeable, helpful, presenting a clean and

neat appearance, and is in appropriate attire.

19. Golf Shop Area/Merchandise Possible 5 points

This item involves the physical aspects of the golf shop.

Expectations: The Golf Shop is clean, visually attractive, in good repair, and has a

good selection of merchandise. All required signs are prominently displayed and

contain correct information. All windows, walls, ceilings, and floors are clean. The

exterior of the Golf Shop is in good repair.

20. Golf Carts Possible 5 points

The condition, availability, and management of the golf cart fleet.

Expectations: The golf carts are sufficient in number to meet customer demand. Seats

are in good repair. Golf carts are cleaned throughout, including floor mats. Carts

work properly. Cart storage area(s) are clean and orderly. Carts are clear of trash and

graffiti. Maintenance area is clean and orderly and meets state and local employee

safety standards.

21. Pace of Play (Marshaling) Services Possible 5 points

The Pace of Play Program is imperative to maintaining pace and control of play on the golf

course. Courtesy is an important aspect of this program.

Expectations: The marshals are visible and assertive in maintaining the pace of

play on the golf course. Marshals are well trained and professional in moving

slow play along. Marshals should take action to deal with rowdy behavior.

Marshals must report unsafe conditions to the Golf Shop or the Maintenance staff.

Marshals should be appropriately dressed and easily identifiable as a course

marshal.

22. Driving Range Possible 5 points

The driving range should receive the same level of attention as the rest of the golf course.

Expectations: Turf areas are well maintained, ball dispensers, baskets, driving range

mats, and yardage markers are well maintained and appropriate for the golf course.

Walkways are clean and properly maintained. Balls are generally in good condition,

free of cuts or loose covers, and clean. Practice areas, including bunkers, are in good

shape and afford proper protection for other golfers.

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23. On Course Signage Possible 5 points

Signage is important to maintaining safety and keeping the golfers informed on the golf

course.

Expectation: The signage on the golf course and around the clubhouse is informative,

legible, in good repair, well located, and sufficient for conveying the messages

intended.

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The Evaluation Form listed below will be used to evaluate the County Golf Courses.

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COUNTY OF SACRAMENTO

Department of Regional Parks, Recreation, and Open Space

Golf Division

Golf Course Evaluation Form

Date of Inspection: ________________ Time of Play: _________________

Golf Course: [ ] Ancil Hoffman [ ] Cherry Island [ ] Mather

Quarter

[ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]

1/1 – 3/31 4/1 – 6/30 7/1 – 9/30 10/1 – 12/31

Area/Facility Rating (Circle One)

Low ------------------- High

1. Greens 1 2 3 4 5

2. Practice Greens 1 2 3 4 5

3. Tees/Amenities 1 2 3 4 5

4. Fairways 1 2 3 4 5

5. Roughs 1 2 3 4 5

6. Irrigation 1 2 3 4 5

7. Lakes 1 2 3 4 5

8. Bunkers 1 2 3 4 5

9. Trees and Shrubs 1 2 3 4 5

10. Cart Paths 1 2 3 4 5

11. Entrances/Parking Lots 1 2 3 4 5

12. Fences 1 2 3 4 5

13. Clubhouse/Grounds 1 2 3 4 5

14. Restrooms 1 2 3 4 5

15. Food/Beverage Services 1 2 3 4 5

16. Food/Beverage Areas 1 2 3 4 5

17. Mobile Food Service (On-course beverage cart) 1 2 3 4 5

18. Golf Shop/Professional Services 1 2 3 4 5

19. Golf Shop Area/Merchandise 1 2 3 4 5

20. Golf Carts 1 2 3 4 5

21. Pace of Play (Marshaling) Services 1 2 3 4 5

22. Driving Range 1 2 3 4 5

23. On Course Signage 1 2 3 4 5

1 = Poor 2 = Fair 3 = Standard 4 = Good 5 = Excellent

COMMENTS ON OVERALL CONDITION OF INDIVIDUAL AREAS OR GENERAL

AREAS/PROBLEM AREAS.

(Please be as specific as possible – e.g. Tee Area on hole #12 is wet)

(Continued on Reverse)

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Safety Concerns:

Overall Impression:

Customer Services:

Suggested Improvements:

Reviewed by (Print Legibly): ____________________________________________________

Form Revision Date: 5/1/04

Official Use [ ] Pro Shop [ ] Food & Beverage [ ] Maintenance

[ ] Quarterly Customer Survey Results (Attached)

[ ] Public Comments (Attached)

[ ] Department Staff Comments (Attached)

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Golf Course Maintenance

Standards

Appendix

DEPARTMENT OF REGIONAL

Golf Division

Golf Course

Maintenance Standard

Introduction

Over 250,000 rounds of golf are played annually on golf courses owned or managed by

Sacramento County. There are over 100 public and private employees that help to maintain

the golf courses, work in the golf shops or restaurants, or teach golf lessons. There are nearly

as many golf marshals that interact with customers in order to maintain pace of play, answer

questions, handle emergencies, and enforce golf course rules and regulations.

This entire workforce is driven by customers willing to pay green fees in order to play golf.

The purpose of these guidelines is to communicate to all employees, directly or indirectly

involved in the maintenance of our golf courses, how often and to what standard maintenance

activities shall be performed.

By providing a systematic approach to maintenance, customers can expect a product that

offers good value and reliable service. By meeting or exceeding these maintenance standards,

the golf courses can achieve our mission, which is:

“To offer the highest quality public golf course

facilities and services to the widest range of County

residents and visitors to the region, at affordable prices.”

The Recreation and Parks Commission and joint Course Affairs Committees support these

Maintenance Standards. Course Affairs Committee members are invited to play each golf

course on a quarterly basis to evaluate course conditions against these standards. Results are

shared with the Recreation and Parks Commission on an annual basis. Through these

combined efforts volunteers and paid staff alike share a common understanding of golf course

conditions and the tremendous effort it takes to produce a quality product for our customers.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION i

TABLE OF CONTENTS ii

C H A P T E R 1

Golf Course Maintenance 1

C H A P T E R 2

Greens Maintenance 2

C H A P T E R 3

Tee Maintenance 3

C H A P T E R 4

Fairway Maintenance 3-4

C H A P T E R 5

Bunker Maintenance 4

C H A P T E R 6

Maintenance of Other Turf Areas/

Roughs/Mounds 4-5

C H A P T E R 7

Maintenance of Nursery 5

C H A P T E R 8

Maintenance of Accessory

Equipment 5

C H A P T E R 9

Irrigation 6

C H A P T E R 10

Irrigation System Maintenance 6-7

C H A P T E R 11

Tree Maintenance 7-8

C H A P T E R 12

Maintenance of Non-

Play/Riparian/Natural Areas 8

C H A P T E R 13

Drainage 8

C H A P T E R 14

Fence Lines 8

C H A P T E R 15

Landscaped Areas Around

Buildings 8-9

C H A P T E R 16

Lake Maintenance 9

C H A P T E R 17

Building Maintenance 9

C H A P T E R 18

Parking Lots & Road Maintenance 9

C H A P T E R 19

Other Required Duties 9-10

C H A P T E R 20

Equipment Maintenance 11

C H A P T E R 21

Safety 11

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County of Sacramento

Golf Course Maintenance Standards

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Golf Course Maintenance

These Golf Course Maintenance Standards have been established as guidelines to be

used to manage the maintenance activities at our three golf courses. The

implementation and scheduling of the maintenance tasks required to meet these

Standards is the responsibility of the Superintendent of the golf course. Adjustment

will be necessary to accommodate changing weather conditions, play, and other

maintenance practices. Budget constraints were considered when defining these

Standards. The County Golf Manager must approve variations from these Standards

should budget reductions become necessary. These Standards have been adopted

with the support of the Recreation and Parks Commission and the Course Affairs

Committees.

The areas maintained shall include:

A. The 18-hole regulation golf course

B. Driving Range

C. Clubhouse and Grounds

D. Golf Course Maintenance Yard and Storage Areas

E. Miscellaneous Structures

F. Landscaped and Slope Areas

G. Environmentally Sensitive Areas

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 Greens Maintenance

Maintain all greens according to accepted playability and industry

wide standards,

observing the following minimum requirements:

A. Change location of cups and repair ball marks daily.

B. Mow greens daily March through October and a minimum of five times per week

(Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday) November through February.

Greens shall be mowed with a reel-type mower with no less than nine (9) blades

per reel. Mower shall be designed specifically for mowing golf greens and shall

be of the type, make, and model accepted by the golf industry.

C. Verticut and topdress all greens monthly March through November as controlled

by the Superintendent based on severe weather conditions.

D. Core aerify greens at least two (2) times per year or more frequently, if needed,

and remove plugs the same day. Top dress material as to type and quantity

following each aerification of greens. Overseed after each aerification with ½ to 1

pounds, per thousand square feet, with creeping bentgrass. Other means of

aerification including hydrojecting, spiking, or solid tine aerification practices will

be employed by the Superintendents as needed.

E. Apply a very light amount of topdressing sand to all greens at least once each

month, including practice greens, during the growing season (March through

November)

F. Have the soil analyzed at least once per year.

G. Apply fertilizer and amendments in the quantity and type recommended by soil

analysis in a manner to provide uniform growth of turf.

H. Treat greens with proper chemicals to control insects, disease, weeds, and other

pests incorporating Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices.

Unless other wise indicated “Growing Season” shall be March through November.

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 Tee Maintenance (Including Driving Range Tee)

Maintain all tees according to industry wide standards at all times, observing the

following minimum requirements:

A. Service tees daily by moving tee markers, benches, and ball washers as

applicable. Change tee towels weekly and keep ball washers cleaned and filled

(daily) to the proper level with water and an appropriate cleaning agent.

B. Mow tees three times weekly with reel type mower to the specified height of

½” to 5/8”.

C. Verticut tees as needed for thatch removal.

D. Aerify tees at least two (2) times per year or more frequently if needed and top

dress and overseed at least once per year (Over seed in September or October).

E. Repair worn and damaged turf areas as they occur by overseeding or

resodding to ensure playable tees at all times. (Sand and seed containers, if

used, shall be maintained daily on all par 3 tees as a minimum).

F. Treat tees for control of insects, disease, weeds, and other pests as necessary to

maintain healthy turf.

G. Apply four to six pounds of actual Nitrogen per 1000 square feet of turf per

year. Applications shall be timed to turf conditions, weather and fertilizer

formulation.

Fairway Maintenance (Including Driving Range Area)

Maintain all fairways according to accepted playability as determined by industry wide

standards at all times, observing the following minimum requirements:

A. Mow fairways with a reel type mower three times a week during the growing

season at the height of ½” to ¾”; once or twice per week during the remainder of

the year.

B. Mow the Driving Range once a week during the growing season to a height of 1”

to 1 ½”. Maintain that mowing height during the remainder of the year.

C. Verticut fairways as necessary for turf health and acceptable playing conditions.

(Optimal item based on equipment and budget allocations.)

D. Aerify all fairways at least two times per year (Spring and Fall).

E. Over seed and top-dress (or re-sod) worn or bare areas of fairways as necessary.

F. Treat turf to control weeds, diseases, insects, and other pests as necessary to

maintain weed free and healthy turf.

H. Apply four to six pounds of actual Nitrogen per 1000 square feet of turf per year.

Applications shall be timed to turf conditions, weather and fertilizer formulation.

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Bunker Maintenance

A. Bunkers shall be raked daily on weekends and at least every other day (as a

minimum) during the weekdays.

B. Bunker rakes shall be inspected on a weekly basis and replace as needed.

C. Bunkers shall be edged twice per month with a power edger or string trimmer

during the growing season, and monthly during the rest of the year.

D. Sand shall be replaced twice per year (spring and fall) and more often if necessary

to insure proper playing conditions.

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Maintenance of Other Turf Areas – Roughs, Mounds,

Collars, and Aprons

Maintain turf and landscaped lawn areas at an acceptable level, observing the following

minimum requirements:

A. Mow roughs at least once per week May through October and as growth

requires November through April at heights between 1” and 2”.

B. Mow collars and aprons at least twice per week at heights between ½” to 5/8”.

C. Verticut as necessary to promote healthy growth.

D. Aerify at least two times per year (spring and fall).

E. Over seed and top dress (or resod) worn or bare areas as necessary.

F. Treat turf to control weeds, disease, insects, and other pests as necessary to

maintain a healthy turf.

G. Apply four to six pounds of actual Nitrogen per 1000 square feet of turf per year.

Applications shall be timed to turf conditions, weather and fertilizer formulation.

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Maintenance of Nursery

Maintain at least one (2-3,000 SF) sod nursery for greens at all times:

Greens - Bentgrass.

1. Maintain according to greens Maintenance specifications as specified in

Section 2, herein.

2. Following removal of sod, replace soil and reseed.

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 Maintenance of Accessory Equipment

Maintain all golf course accessory equipment in a clean, safe, functioning, and

aesthetically pleasing condition at all times, replacing with County approved

equipment and /or materials as necessary, including but not limited to the following:

A. Signs.

B. Tee Benches.

C. Tee markers and mats.

D. Ball washers, including tee towels and soap.

E. Out-of-Bounds markers.

F. Directional flags and poles.

G. Distance markers (150 yards, etc.)

H. Green flags, poles, and cups.

I. Practice greens markers and cups.

J. Trash receptacles.

K. Cleat brushes.

L. Sand and seed bottles.

Irrigation

Irrigate as required to maintain adequate moisture for growth rate and appearance.

Adequate soil moisture shall be determined by visual observation, plant resiliency,

turgidity, examining cores removed by soil probe, moisture sensoring devices, and

programming irrigation controllers accordingly:

A. Consideration must be given to soil texture, structure, porosity, water

retention, capacity, drainage, compaction, precipitation rate, run off,

infiltration rate, percolation rate, evaporation and transpiration rates,

seasonal temperatures, prevailing wind conditions, time of day or night, type

of grass plant and root structure. Additional syringing and watering during

the day may be required dependent on weather conditions.

B. Turf areas should be firm to promote good playing conditions but moist

enough to promote healthy turf conditions without saturation. During

periods of overseeding, moisture must be maintained for proper germination

of seed.

C. A soil probe or tensiometer may be used to determine the soil moisture

content in various areas.

D. In the event of a reduction of the volume of water supplied to a golf course

during peak demand periods, or periods of drought, the priority of water

distribution shall be as follows:

1. Greens

2. Tees

3. Fairways

4. Other turf and landscape areas

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Irrigation System Maintenance

Maintain the entire water delivery and irrigation system in good repair, functioning

properly and conforming to all related codes and regulations at all times, including but

not limited to: backflow prevention devices, gate valve assemblies, main lines, lateral

lines, valves, sprinkler heads, controllers, and communication devices and systems.

A. Monitor the water delivery and irrigation systems on a regular basis (daily),

provide for appropriate coverage, adjusting when and where necessary by

clearing clogged lines and removing obstacles.

B. Check system daily in order to adjust and/or repair sprinkler heads causing

excessive runoff, including slope areas, or those heads which spray directly

onto roadway paving or walks within a right-of-way or need to be raised

because of settling of the head or heightened turf areas.

C. All controllers shall be inspected and adjusted on a weekly basis or more

frequently as needed; or when circumstances warrant.

D. When repairs are made that require holes being dug, priority will be given to

these projects to ensure public safety. All areas where holes are dug must be

marked or barricaded to prevent unauthorized personnel from entering.

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Tree Maintenance

Maintain all trees on the premises in a safe, healthy, structurally sound, and

aesthetically pleasing condition. Maintenance practices shall employ acceptable

arboricultural practices approved by the International Society of Arborists (I.S.A.).

A. Prune trees to maintain and stimulate proper health and growth by cutting out

dead, diseased, weak, insect-infected, and damaged limbs.

B. Regularly prune trees to maintain a clearance of seven (7) feet in all areas of

pedestrian traffic and areas accessible to golf cart traffic. Maintain a clearance

of fourteen (14) feet in all areas of vehicular traffic such as parking lots,

driveways, and tree extensions over and through fence lines and into roadways

and adjacent streets. Such pruning shall provide safe vehicular and pedestrian

visibility and clearance in order to prevent or eliminate hazardous situations.

C. Trim and shape trees to provide a symmetrical appearance typical of the

species and to a height that allows for adequate irrigation coverage.

D. Remove and dispose off site, any downed trees whether caused by natural

causes or otherwise. Stumps shall be removed to twelve (12) inches below

grade and wood chips removed and the resultant hole back fill to grade.

E. Keep surrounding turf mowed and sprayed around tree bases to a maximum

width of 24”.

F. Leaves will be removed from fairways and roughs as much as possible to

eliminate lost balls and slow play.

G. No live trees may be removed (cut down) without the expressed permission of

the Director of Parks and Recreation.

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Maintenance of Non-Play/Riparian/Natural Areas

Maintenance of non-play, riparian, and natural areas.

A. Riparian and Natural Areas shall be maintained by restricting access to the

areas by maintenance of signs and fencing.

B. IPM (Integrated Pest Management) shall be used in these and other areas of

the golf course.

C. Riparian and Natural areas shall be managed to promote the establishment

and preservation of natural habitats.

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Drainage

Maintain and keep in good repair the major storm drains and creekways that take

storm water and runoff away from the golf course and all drainage swales and

structures that traverse the golf course. All surface drains and swales shall be kept

clear of debris so that water will have unimpeded passage to their outlets. All inlets to

sub-drains shall be kept clear of turf, plant material, leaves, paper, and other debris to

ensure unimpeded passage of water.

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Fence Lines

Maintain, replace, and repair the County owned golf course fence lines within and

around the golf course including but not limited to, those golf course fences designed

to control the flight of the golf balls, those golf course fences separating the premises

from private property and structures, and public streets.

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Landscaped Areas Around Buildings

Maintain the flowerbeds and planters surrounding the clubhouse, golf shop, and other

buildings. The flowerbeds must be kept weed-free and cultivated on a frequency of at

least twice per month. All shrubs and hedges must be kept in a neat appearance at all

times. Adequate amounts of water fertilizer and pesticides must be applied to ensure

healthy growth and development of all plant materials. All trees must be kept free of

sucker growth and tree branches and limbs kept trimmed and thinned out. All plant

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materials are to be maintained in order to promote healthy growth, and to maximize

their aesthetic appearance.

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Lake Maintenance

Keep the water and shorelines free of litter and debris. The lakes shall be kept free of

algae and undesirable aquatic weeds. Chemical use shall be in compliance with all

Federal, State, and Local laws, including those rules and regulations imposed by the

County Agricultural Commissioner and following IPM Standards.

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Building Maintenance

Keep all buildings located on the golf course and buildings and structures that directly

serve golf course needs in good condition and on a regular schedule of cleaning and

routine maintenance. This can be done by concessionaires, fee managers, County

Park staff, or other County agencies, as is the current policy with the Department of

General Services, Facilities Management Division. Rest rooms should be cleaned and

sanitized daily. Food service areas should also meet current health code standards for

cleanliness and upkeep.

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Parking Lots and Road Maintenance

A. Maintain parking lights, fencing, service road areas, and driveways in a safe,

clean, and weed-free condition at all times.

B. All golf course parking lots, walkways, interior paved and/or unpaved service

roads shall be maintained in a clean and safe condition at all times.

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Other Required Duties

Other duties are required of the maintenance staff to keep the golf courses maintained

in the proper condition at all times.

A. Remove all litter daily from golf course grounds including the golf course

proper, areas of natural vegetation, golf course maintenance yard, service

roads, perimeter fence lines, parkways, landscaped areas, and driving range.

Remove all trash and debris daily resulting from golf course maintenance as it

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occurs. Clean, repair, and replace trash receptacles daily as necessary to

maintain clean, safe, and sanitary conditions at all times.

B. Maintain shrubs, ground cover plantings, and lawn areas in a manner to

promote proper health growth and an aesthetically pleasing appearance at all

times. Shrub beds shall be maintained monthly to control weeds, cultivate

soil, and maintain appearance.

C. Take whatever preventive steps are necessary to protect all slope areas from

erosion, fire, and rodent damage at all times.

D. Control rodent and other animal pests as necessary to prevent erosion and

destruction of plantings on golf course property.

E. Maintain and repair, as necessary, surface flow lines, swales, catch basins,

grates, sub-surface drainage system, and other drainage structures in clean,

weed-free, and properly functioning condition at all times.

F. Observe all legal requirements and safety regulations in the use and storage of

chemicals, hazardous materials, supplies, and equipment at all times according

to Federal, State, and Local government standards.

G. Maintain golf maintenance storage building and yard in a clean, orderly, and

safe condition at all times, conforming to all applicable laws and regulations.

H. Protect the golf course from damage during periods of frost, rainy weather,

and other unusual conditions.

I. Maintain bridge abutments and approaches in a safe, stable condition at all

times.

J. Maintain walkways, steps, and handrails on walkways, header boards, and cart

paths in a safe, clean, edged, weed-free condition at all times.

K. Maintain and repair all fencing, driving range netting, and fence lines in safe,

secure, and aesthetically pleasing condition at all times.

L. Maintain the following systems on a daily basis and repair as needed:

1. All area lighting systems for safe and functioning condition.

2. All golf course buildings and accessory structures for clean, safe, and

secure condition.

Remove all debris and clippings from sidewalks and gutters daily.

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Equipment Maintenance

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These standards shall apply to the care and servicing of golf course maintenance

equipment as well as the general care and upkeep of the equipment shop:

A. Routine preventative maintenance shall be performed on assigned

maintenance equipment by the equipment operator and/or the Shop

Mechanic. Work shall be performed based on the following:

1. Work shall be done in accordance with manufacturer’s

recommendations, including frequencies, hours of use, or visual

inspection and wear patterns.

2. Under no circumstances shall safety protections, lights, warning devices,

or shrouds be tampered with or removed.

B. Proper records shall be maintained on all assigned equipment. Records shall

accurately log hours of use, actual service performed, repairs made, and

parts used. In addition, scheduled maintenance shall be logged on

equipment maintenance boards (as applicable) and service date and hours

written on all filters.

C. Shop areas shall be kept clean, well organized, and free of hazards.

Established “Codes of Safe Practices” for the equipment shop shall be

adhered to and followed by all employees working on equipment or working

in the Shop Area.

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 Safety

All personnel must comply with the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Open

Space Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), including the adherence to

established codes of safe practices, and all Federal, State and Local laws and

regulations.

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