FAIRFIELD SENIORS GOLF ASSOCIATION
MINUTES OF MEETINGS
Minutes of 2009 General Membership Meeting Dec 16, 2009 Senior Center, Mona Drive, Fairfield, CT
President Mike Herrington opened the meeting by welcoming all attendees. A quorum was present. Mike reviewed the agenda.
Comments from Golf Commission Chairman Craig Curley
Sal Fiordelisi- Financial Review
Ron Wayne- Membership, 2010 Golf Days Request
Fred Chapman- Nominating Committee Update on 2010 Officers, Board Members
Mike Herrington- Oronoque Outing review and alternatives
FSGA Sponsorship Opportunity
Award Banquet Feedback
New business
Mike introduced Craig Curley
Craig reviewed the following:
H Smith Richardson
· 43,000+ rounds played at H Smith Richardson in 2009
· Decrease compared to 45,000 in previous years, primarily in non-Resident rounds
· Revenue up slightly due to increased rates. HSR operates at a surplus
· Major off-season focus will be on drainage and sand traps on 15th hole
· Lot of work of smaller nature on many holes ( Tree trimming/removal, cart path repaving, etc)
· New 10 year plan has been put together for long range vision of course
· Next year singles will be able to reserve time on computerized reservation system
South Pine Creek
· 27,000+ round played in 2009,down from 2008, but residence rounds up @400
· Discussions taking place around facilities improvement(meeting room,parking,putting green, etc)
· Goose problem discussed but to be resolved
FSGA Treasurer Sal Fiordelisi reviewed the general financial condition of the FSGA, with a projected year end cash balance of $4,574 compared to beginning year cash balance of $3,343. Attendees expressed appreciation of Sal’s handling of the treasury
Ron Wayne reviewed the following:
· 115 members in 2009
· 17 members are also members of HSR Men’s Club
· 23 new members joined in 2009
· Golf Day request for 2010 will be very similar to 2009
Fred Chapman read out the Nominating Committee recommendations
Mike Herrington commented that the Nominating Committee recommendations would be acted on at the 2010 Opening General Membership meeting
Mike Herrington reviewed potential for outside outings in 2010
· Outings could take place on days where H Smith Richardson course is unavailable
· Potential for Tashua Knolls, Whitney Farms, and others would be investigated in addition to Oronoque
· Only FSGA members will be eligible for longest drive, closest to the flag awards
Other Business
Mike Herrington recommended that a discussion for FSGA to sponsor a hole at HSR in 2010 and beyond will be included on the agenda for the 2010 Opening General Membership Meeting
Some feedback on Award Banquet was provided to Mike Herrington and Fred Joseph
Mike Linnane will form a tournament committee to plan 2010 schedule.
There being no additional new business, Mike Herrington asked for a motion to adjourn.
Motion made, seconded, accepted.
Meeting closed.
Minutes of July 27, 2009 Board Meeting H.Smith Richardson Clubhouse
· President Mike Herrington opened the meeting by stating that a quorum was present and requested that Sal Fiordelisi report on the FSGA Treasury status.
· Sal’s readout was as follows:
· Beginning cash balance $3343 as of 1/1/2009
· Total Reciepts to date $8000
· Cash available $11,343
· Total $5556
3. Current Cash Balance 7/27/2009 $5787
· Mike Linnane read the minutes of the June 8, 2009 Board Meeting. Minutes accepted without issue.
· Bob Sherry reported on his visit to Testo’s Restaurant in preparation for the Fall Banquet.
o Date will Oct. 14, 2009.
o Fee charged to members will be $25.00. FSGA will contribute a subsidy to keep the member’s fee at that level.
o 6:00PM Cocktails, Dinner at 7:00 PM
o Dick Silveria and Bill Hart will be asked to be Gift Committee yet one more time due to their continued success.
· Mike Herrington reviewed the New Member handicap issue raised by Al Schurman. Resolution will be
o 1)If a new member has a GHIN handicap, that handicap will apply with an adjustment based on HSR course scope
o 2) If no GHIN handicap available, player will be given a zero handicap until he plays 6 rounds, and then his handicap will be adjusted accordingly. This is the same policy as the Men’s Club.
· For the next Oronoque outing, a total of 88 slots will be available. Ron Wayne and Mike Linnane will collect sign up sheet on Aug. 5 and move forward with payment verification, foursome setup, etc where required. In addition to low net 1st/2nd/3rd prizes, there will also be prizes awarded for longest drive and closest to the pin on a par 3 hole.There will be a wine/beer cash bar.
· Mike Linnane and Tony Tivadar reviewed the status of the Seniors Club Championship. A total of 32 members have entered. Entries are now closed. 4 flights of 8 players have been established. Mike Linnane will post the match sheets and email same to entrants. Mike Linnane will monitor match progress to ensure timeliness of tournament progression.
· ABCD Tournament entry sheets have been posted.
· Ron Correnti reviewed a potential post-tournament outing to Mohegan Sun. Ron will send an outline to Mike Herrington, who will then send to FSGA members for comment.
· Mike Herrington stated that a proposal had been made by Ron Wayne that the FSGA sponsor one of the open tee markers, preferably hole #14(the #1 most difficult hole by the way) as a way of us showing our support of the game of golf and to the scholarship fund for which the money for said plaques is used. While all Board Members present were in favor of this proposal, the general consensus was that this be an agenda item at the year-end General Membership Meeting in December. Mike will include this on the agenda.
· There being no additional new business, Mike Herrington requested a motion to adjourn. Motion made, seconded, meeting adjourned.
Minutes of June 8, 2009 Board Meeting H.Smith Richardson Clubhouse
· President Mike Herrington opened the meeting by stating that a quorum was present and requested that Sal Fiordelisi report on the FSGA Treasury status.
· Sal’s readout was as follows:
· Beginning cash balance $3343 as of 1/1/2009
· Membership dues to date $4315
· Receipts from May Tournament $ 580
· Cash available $8238
· May Tournament $530
· Other(funerals,computer/bank fees,etc) $298
· Total $828
3. Current Cash Balance $7410
· Ron Wayne gave a membership update as follows:
o There are now 112 members, with 22 new members.
· Mike Herrington provided an update on the Oronoque Club outing as follows:
o Date is July 13,2009
o 7:30AM shotgun start, be at club at 7:00AM
o $25/person fee includes greens fee and cart. Put check in the HSR Pro Shop.
o 72 available slots can include guests as well as FSGA members. May be opened to Men’s Club members also if all available slots are not filled.
o Prizes based on Net score. Prizes for FSGA members only. Record actual strokes on each hole.
o Lunch (Marinated Chicken Breast, Burgers/Hot Dogs, Appled Coleslaw, Pasta/Red Potato/Dill Salads, Cookies & Watermelon, and Soft drinks/Water) will be available for $12/person on a cash basis at Oronoque. Mike Herrington will f/u on whether bar will be available & payment process.
o Sign up sheet will be posted shortly.
· Bob Sherry suggested a Board Meeting in August time frame to discuss Annual Banquet.
· Jay Lustig was recognized as a member of the Golf Commission.
· There being no additional new business, Mike Herrington requested a motion to adjourn. Motion made, seconded, meeting adjourned.
Minutes of April 22, 2009 Board of Directors Meeting
1. Membership Status – Ron Wayne
95 members today (13 new) Monday Flight – 54 Wednesday – 34
Nine Holers –7
Additional members expected from winter vacationlands
2. Financial Status – Sal Fiordelisi
Carry in to 2009 $3,343
Dues to date 3,265
Mailing costs/web site 180
3. Oronoque Outing –Mike Herrington Date of Outing: July 13
Format : Shotgun Time: 7:30 AM Tournament: Low Net
Cost: $25.00 (includes cart)
Prizes: 1st , 2nd, 3rd Treasury Awards
Sign up to be posted on or about June 13, 4 weeks in advance
For this tournament only, senior guest members will be allowed
Lunch will be available @ $15.00 per at outdoor tables
4. Tournament Updates – Tony Tividar
Schedule included in our FSGA 2009 Senior Schedule
This year’s tournaments @ $15 per person will include lunch
All are encouraged to enter 50/50 drawing
Signup will be posted 3 weeks in advance
All participants are required to follow summer rules
Members are encouraged to enter the Club Championship. Participants will follow summer rules.
5. Because of lack of interest the Arnold Palmer Tournament to attack
cancer cancelled.
Minutes of 2009 Year Opening FSGA General Membership Meeting
Mar 10, 2009
Senior Center, Mona Drive, Fairfield, CT
President Mike Herrington opened the meeting by welcoming all attendees. A quorum was present. Mike reviewed the proposed agenda.
Mike advised that First Selectman Flatto had been delayed, and introduced Jim Alexander, HSR Head Professional.
Jim reviewed the following:
· The successful implementation in 2008 of the on line tee reservation system.
· Slight increase of $1.00 for senior residents weekday greens fee
· Golf carts are now $15.00/person for 18 holes
· Golf range tokens remain at $5.00 each, but a volume discount of 10 tokens for $40.00 has been instituted.
· A new back tee on the 15th hole has been added, and a lot of trees have been removed
· HSR course will be opening shortly (March 14th in fact).
Mike then introduced First Selectman Ken Flatto, who discussed the general financial condition of Fairfield, including potential additional businesses (Whole Foods, as one example). The town will be aggressively seeking Federal stimulus funding for various projects. Additional topics briefly discussed were openings on the Golf Commission , and that the fee structure for town services was being reviewed but large scale across the board increases would not take place.
Glen Dobieski, the General Manager of Oronoque Country Club discussed the benefits of stretching before a round, as well as the general benefits of exercise regimens. Glen also offered to set up a Monday tournament for FSGA members at Oronoque as a means of introducing the course to those not familiar with Oronoque. Spirited discussion took place, and the general response was very positive. More to follow on that.
Sal Fiordelisi reviewed the 2009 budget, and projected a year end balance of @$3400.00.
Ron Wayne discussed the projected 2009 FSGA Golf Schedule, the tournament schedule and sign up process.
Mike Herrington reviewed the tournament rules and details, as well as giving a presentation on general FSGA sign in rules, score entry processes into the HSR computer system, handicap rules and the Equitable Scoring System, and the lateral hazard rules for holes 8 and 9.
There being no new business, Mike asked for a motion to adjourn.
Motion made, seconded, accepted.
Meeting closed.
MINUTES OF 2008 YEAR OPENING FSGA GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
March 14,2008
Meeting opened at 10:00 with remarks by Mike Linnane, President.
The Pro¹s Message by Jim Alexander
Jim reported that rounds were down last year by 6,000, but our 40,000
rounds exceeded those of any other area course. He explained the new
automated call in/computer system, asserting that every effort would be made
to smooth out implementation.
Golf passes and passwords will provide access to the system; only residents
will be allowed to use the system from 5-9AM, non residents having access only
after 9 AM. Only one person per foursome will need to make the
reservation for the foursome (or threesome or twosome, as the case may be).
No-show penalties were explained. Jim emphasized that every effort will
be made to assure that seniors have equitable access to the system.
He stated that the system would not apply for FSGA League block times,
and that the sign up process for League block times would remain as in years past.
Jim also discussed the policy of having outside tournaments on Mondays, and
reemphasized his commitment to ensure minimum disruption on scheduled league play
dates from the policy.
Coffee shop will be open at 6:45AM on FSGA League days
Treasurer¹s Report by Sal Fiordelisi
FSGA entered 2007 with $ 874 in the account
Income for year 2007
$8934
Expenditures and Awards for year 2007 $7814
Balance end of year 2007 $1994
League Schedule was presented by Ron Wayne. Ron then reviewed our sign up
system.
Sign up sheets will be posted two weeks before League play. After discussion
of last year¹s experience on sign-ups a motion was made as follows:
Only
those who are Monday league members could sign up for a Monday for the first
week after posting; only
Wednesday league players could sign up for a Wednesday for the first week after
posting. On the second
week after posting, any FSGA member, regardless of league, could sign up for that specific Monday or
Wednesday if tee times were still available. Motion was seconded, and resolved.
Ron Wayne will discuss process/time frames for the Pro Shop to get sign up sheets before start of play.
There being no other new business to discuss, a motion was made, seconded, and resolved to adjourn the meeting.
The
meeting was adjourned at 11:22AM
Ed Canning
MINUTES OF 2008 YEAR END FSGA GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Date Dec 10,2008
Senior Center, Mona Terrace, Fairfield
President Mike Linnane opened the meeting by stating that a quorum existed. He then asked the Treasurer to review FSGA financial status.
Treasurer Sal Fiordelisi reported that the existing balance of $3343.00 was considerably above that of Y/E 2007. Treasurer report acceptance motion moved, seconded, and resolved.
Fred Chapman reviewed the proposed Board and Officers for 2009.Slate acceptance motion moved, seconded, and resolved.
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
2 YEAR TERM 1 YEAR TERM OFFICERS
TONY CIACCIA BOB SHERRY PRESIDENT MIKE HERRINGTON
DICK DAVIS JAY LUSTIG VICE PRESIDENT RON WAYNE
ED CANNING AL SCHURMAN TREASURER SAL FIORDELISI
FRED CHAPMAN ROY FRAUENHOFER SECRETARY MIKE LINNANE
WALTER HART TONY SANTOS
Ron Wayne reviewed the submitted requested block dates for Mondays and Wednesdays. The Golf Commission is taking no action at this time until all groups submit their requests.
Ron Wayne again reviewed the League play/Flight Points/Handicap update process.
First Selectman Kenneth Flatto spent a considerable amount of time with the group. He covered issues at H. Smith Richardson as well as at the Par 3 on Pine Creek Road. First Selectman Flatto also reviewed some aspects of the current economic downturn impact on Fairfield.
There being no other business for review, Mike Linnane asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. Motion made to adjourn, seconded, and resolved.