SCP MGA SPRING MEETING MARCH 3, 2022
Vice-President Ron Thompson welcomed members and called the meeting to order. He also mentioned that President Denis Barry could not
make the meeting today.
Owner Byron Cook welcomed us and wished us well. Ron expressed thanks to the kitchen staff.
Ron also welcomed new MGA members since the first of the year: Steve West, Rick Francolini, Roy Holmes, Eddie Duke, Bill Craddock,
Jim Lally, and Russ Brian. Bud Long and Brick Mason were announced as new at-large members on the Board of the MGA.
Minutes of the last MGA Officer's Meeting are posted on the website.
Treasurer Dale Fields presented the treasurers report: Current balance- $4,296 with 162 members.
Tournament Director Blain Harvey talked about Match Play and explained today's Step Aside scramble.
Don D'Amato talked about the Skins Game.
Old Business: The minimum age to join the SCP MGA is 55. To see your credit balance, you can log into scpgolf.com.
New Business: We will move starting times for Tuesday, Thursday, and other MGA events to 9:00 a.m. beginning April 1, 2022.
Meeting adjourned.
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SCP MGA GENERAL MEETING
NOVEMBER 11, 2021
Larry Lange was recognized for his hole-in-one. New members Dennis Mock and Mike Gibson were recognized. Veterans were recognized.
Byron Cook welcomed us and thanked us for supporting the club. President Jerry McCarthy shared that we put about $35,000 in the Pro Shop.
We remembered those that have passed, Joe Kurey and Butch VanderMulen.
Service awards were presented to Dean Wern and Tournament Director Wayne Schwartz. Tom Brooke presented our financial review.
Club Champions were recognized: Blaine Harvery, Club Champion Dave Smith, Senior Champion Dick Flading, Super Senior Champion Ben Phillips, Octogenarian Champion
Officers were elected for a two-year period: Dennis Barry, President; Ron Thompson, Vice-President; Blaine Harvey, Tournament Director; Dale Fields, Treasurer; and Mike Sinyard, Secretary.
President McCarthy expressed thanks to the kitchen for a great meal.
The meeting was adjourned.
SCPMGA ANNUAL MEETING
FEBRUARY, 21, 2019
President Don called the meeting to order and informed the membership that the ABCD Tournament, scheduled for today will be played next Thursday February 28th.
Don then introduced Derron Deraney , SCP General Manager. Derron stated that Club Corp is very impressed with the progress made at SCP. According to the member surveys completed last year, SCP received the highest ratings among all Clubs in Georgia. He indicated he continues to increase staffing to meet customer demands and that training remains a high priority. He is currently looking to hire an Assistant Pro. The use of Golf Genius continues to grow and is being facilitated by MGA Tournament Director, Wayne Schwartz. Derron went on to discuss course conditions and indicated that the excessive rain we have received has caused CPO to be used extensively. Sand traps have experienced some washouts and additional sand has been purchased and will be distributed. Derron thanked the members for their support of the annual Charity Classic. The event raised over $30000 in 2018. The GSGA will visit SCP this year to review the course set up, as well as, the slope and ratings of the tees
President Don asked for introductions of new members. He also reminded everyone about the Hole in one club available through Club Corp.
Pat Lawless went over the 2018 financial information for the membership. That expenditures for last year are as follows:
1000 veterans
700 Leukemia Fund
1113 Breakfasts
327 Trophy shop
1651 Dinner and NYE supplements
800 Match Play
1200 Medal Play
1000 Towels
Wayne Schwartz, Tournament Director, provided an update of this year’s events. All formats will remain the same with the exception of Match Play. This year there will be a 2 day qualifying event using 100% of the players handicap. Play will be an aggregate 36 hole net score. The low 16 players will advance to the single elimination Match Play. A concern was raised that this format will, most likely, result in low handicap members not playing since they will not be able to compete. Wayne explained that he had done some research using last year’s tournament results and he did not feel that should be the case. In any event, we will see how it goes this year and make adjustments in the future, if necessary. Wayne has diligently worked to master the Golf Genius program and has now set it up so members can register for tournament using this program. There will be some changes to the Horse Race format allowing for faster elimination and quicker completion.
Bill Richman, Vice President, addressed the membership regarding respect for the Golf Course and Slow Play. CPO means wheels on the cement, not in the rough. Players need to be cognizant of pace of play. Keep up with the group in front. Play in 4 hours. Pick up if out of the hole. Fix divots and ball marks.
Tom Brooke then gave the membership an update on his efforts to establish and inter club league. It has been an arduous task but he is still trying to set something up. It may be with courses that are not in Club Corp.
Tom Keehbauch asked everyone to make sure the date of play is included on each scorecard when turned in after play.
Having no additional discussion, President Don adjourned the meeting .
Respectfully submitted,
Dean Wern, SCPMGA Secretary
SCPMGA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
January 31, 2019
In attendance: Mike Sinyard, Pat Lawless, Wayne Schwartz, Bill Richman,
Bob Francis, Dean Wern
- Pat informed the Board that the membership list is up to date.
- The spring Business meeting will be held on February 21st. Breakfast will be at 8:00 followed by the meeting. The ABCD Tournament will kick off at 10:00. The MGA will provide beer and soda after play. President Don some of the topics to be discussed including a Financial update, Tournament update, and Golf Genius. Steve Sisson, head groundskeeper, may be asked to attend.
- Wayne discussed tournament changes. All events will remain the same with the exception of Match Play. The tournament will begin with two rounds being played as stroke play. The top sixteen players will then advance to individual match play format. Play will be completed before aeration of the course begins.
- Dinners will be held for players and spouses after the Masters/US Open/Member-Member/Club Championship. The MGA will again help offset the cost to members.
- There will be three Breakfasts this year. February, October and November. This is the year for Board elections.
- The need to check in with the Pro Shop prior to play will continue to be stressed to the members.
- Members need to be aware that Cart Path Only means “wheels on the cement”. No exceptions.
Respectfully submitted,
Dean Wern, Secretary
SCPMGA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
NOVEMBER 29, 2018
In attendance: Don D’Amato, Bill Richman, Wayne Schwartz, Pat Lawless, Dean Wern, Jerry McCarthy, Bob Francis and Don Matton.
President Don informed the Board that the purpose of this meeting was to discuss next year’s events and solicit any suggestions, from the Board, for any changes.
Pat gave a brief update on the current financial condition of the Association. We currently expect a carry over of approximately $1600 into the new year. Next years dues is not due until the end of December. The Board has authorized $ 600 for the New Year’s Eve party.
We anticipate funding for 3 breakfasts to be held in February, October and November. Dinners will be held after the Masters, Member/Member, and Club Championship events. Beer will be provided after some events, however, rather than purchasing a Keg, tickets will be utilized for free beverages. The methodology will be determined at a future meeting.
A lengthy discussion took place regarding the tees to be used for Association events with a decision made to continue as it is. A discussion also involved paying 2 Gross winners in the 1st flight for events. That idea was nixed.
Wayne discussed the Horse race, Medal Play, and Match Play. He has several ideas to shorten the Horse Race which he is working on with Lenny Porzio. Richard Trull is not interested in running the Match Play next year. Don Matton volunteered to coordinate this event. Hopefully, Mike Skrabak will continue with the Medal Play. If not, Jerry McCarthy will step up.
The Board discussed the Veteran’s tournament at length. It was decided to switch that event with the 4 Club event.
The idea of having the overall “Club Championship” held on a different day than the other Championships was discussed and will be explored by Wayne. Craig Langbehn is not interested in overseeing this event next year.
Jerry McCarthy suggested that the Board might want to recognize Mike Skrabak for all his work rewriting the Quota Game Program. The Board approved giving Mike a $50 Club Corp Gift Card.
Don brought up the idea of holding an MGA end of year Program. This would include awards and various entertaining skits. More information will be forthcoming.
Respectfully submitted,
Dean Wern, Secretary
MGA Board of Directors Meeting
Dec 19, 2017
The first meeting of the incoming MGA Board of Directors was called to order by President Don D’Amato at 2:45 on December 19, 2017. In attendance were: Don D’Amato, Bill Richman, Dean Wern, Pat Lawless, Wayne Schwartz, and George Brown. Also attending were guests Craig Larzelere and Warren Laing.
Craig gave a brief presentation on the Larry Bergen Memorial Golf Tournament. This event is held to remember MGA members who have passed away. Any money raised is to be donated to a charity chosen by the widow of the deceased member(s). In the event no members passed away during the year the BOD will donate the proceeds of the tournament to a selected Veterans charity. The Board voted unanimously to classify this an MGA event to be held each May during Memorial Day week. It will be a Low Net event with the winner playing the following year at no charge and having his name placed on the Bergen Trophy.
Warren Laing presented a list of Tournaments and dates for 2018. Wayne indicated he had secured most of the Tournament Chairs for all Tournaments. He does have some possibilities for the remaining positions. He will redo a tournament description for the Bergen Memorial and all other tournament descriptions will remain as they were last year. The Board agreed to establish a new Tournament to honor Veterans. This new event will be held each year around Veterans Day.
The Board also discussed the moneys for the Match Play and Medal Play and decided all payments will be handled by the Treasurer. Payments must be separated by event. The Board also agreed the any player playing against Par will use 100% of their Handicap
The Board also discussed the Medal Series and the fact that a large percentage of players did not complete the 5 out of 8 required play dates. In order to make it easier the discussion centered around reducing the number of play dates or the number of required rounds. The Board unanimously approved reducing the event to 4 out of 7 rounds beginning in April.
Respectfully submitted,
Dean Wern, Secretary
SCPMGA Post Election Meeting –December 12, 2017
Meeting called to order by President Jerry McCarthy at 2:30 pm
Board members present: Jerry McCarthy, Warren Laing, Bob Francis, Dean Wern, Don D’Amato,
Bill Richman, Wayne Schwartz and Treasurer John Sherry.
The SCPMGA board of directors held its final meeting or the year today. The purpose of this meeting was to discuss a number of issues as well as transition to the newly elected board.
Issues resolved:
Discussion of Red Tees which was brought up at the last breakfast meeting with no final decision at
the meeting without further feed back from members due to how it would be implemented and
tracked. The Red Tees have been rated and posted on the “bulletin board” outside the pro shop. The Red
Tees will not be used for play by the MGA.
By unanimous approval from the board, all tournaments and Tuesday/Thursday games will be played
from the Green Tees, with the exception as noted in the tournament descriptions and listed below:
ABCD Tournament, Red White Blue Tournament, and the Club Championship.
The March to November has been dropped. The intent this event the last two years was to bring in additional
Members to the MGA Tournaments as well as Tuesday and Thursday play. In our assessment the objective was not met. The final March to November event will be replaced with a new event.
New rules of golf as discussed by Erik at our last breakfast meeting will begin starting Jan. 1, 2018 as local rules. Members were given a copy of the rules during the November meeting.
We have added a new event tp 2018. In early November we will have an event to benefit Veterans. Date
to be finalized later.
Meeting adjourned 4:00 pm
Respectfully Submitted
Warren Laing, Secretary
SCPMGA Breakfast Officer Election Meeting – November 14, 2017
Meeting called to order by President Jerry McCarthy at 8:30 am
Board members present: Jerry McCarthy, Warren Laing, Bob Francis and Treasurer John Sherry.
General Overview of Tournament Highlights for 2017
Club Championship
Club Champion – Blaine Harvey
Senior Champion – Craig Langbehn
Super Senior – Mike Skrabak
March to November
1st – Craig Langhbehn
2nd – Loyd Bruce
3rd – Mike Skrabak
4th – Bill Richman
5th – Ron Carlson
November Financials/John Sherry
$2,328 MGA balance of Nov. 1st
$1,618 March to November balance
$500 Today Breakfast (est)
$250 Expenses balance of year
Red Tees have been certified, SCPMGA to determine criteria.
New Officers:
Don D’Amato – President
Bill Richman – Vice President
Wayne Schwartz – Tournament Director
Dean Wern – Secretary
Pat Lawless – Treasurer
Eric discussed new rules of golf for year 2018. SCPMGA BOD may elect to implement them effective
January 1, 2018.
Meeting adjourned 9:45 am
Respectfully Submitted
Warren Laing, Secretary
SCPMGA Breakfast Nomination Meeting – August 10, 2017
Meeting called to order by President Jerry McCarthy at 8:30 am
Board members present: Jerry McCarthy, Dean Wern, Warren Laing, Bob Francis and Treasurer John Sherry.
General Overview of Highlights for 2017
Member generosity and support was outstanding
· Christmas collection for SCP wait staff
· Memorial event $1,500 for 2016, $2,500 in 2017, monies donated to local veterans groups.
Memorial for veterans will be slightly different for 2018. Details to follow.
· Hurricane relief $900
· Christmas collection for 2017 will also be slightly different. In the past monies were withheld by
ClubCorp for distribution to all courses in our group (Heron Bay & Georgia National). Eric stated this year that all donations would stay at SCP and not shared with other courses.Event Chairmen were acknowledged for the efforts of running the tournaments as they are a large part of providing the critical ingredients for the success of all our events.
New tournaments added in 2017 were the Bubba and 5-club events. They will be added to the calendar for 2018. We are also asking for recommendations for new types of events.
Minutes of the last BOD meeting were summarized by Secretary Warren Laing with the highlights being the nominations of new of new officers and how monies are handled in future Match and Medal play events with all proceeds collected and disbursed by the treasurer after the events.
A suggestion for having the Red Tees rated to allow for older members to compete was brought to the boards attention and approved unanimously. Eric will contact the needed person(s) to get this completed by start of the 2019.
It was also brought to the memberships attention about proper use of Handicap Cart rules, and how tie breakers will be used to split prize monies.
Treasurer John Sherry provided a brief overview of the SCPMGA financial expenses and the ending balance as of 8/10/2017 being $5,438.52. Major expenses for the year were nomination breakfast and election breakfast, trophies, subsidizing dinners, and the Hurricane Harvey recovery.
Nominations for the New Board for 2018/2019 were as follows:
President Don DAmato
Vice President Bill Richman
Tournament Director Wayne Schwartz
Secretary Dean Wern
Treasurer Pat Lawless
No nominations were submitted from the floor
Meeting adjourned 9:15 am
Respectfully Submitted
Warren Laing, Secretary
SCPMGA Board Meeting Minutes – August 3rd, 2017
Meeting called to order by President Jerry McCarthy at 3:00 pm
Board members present: Jerry McCarthy, Dean Wern, Warren Laing, Bob Francis and Don D’Amato, Treasurer John Sherry was absent.
Board discussed potential dates changes for Member-Member Tournament in case of rain. President McCarthy will send out a message to all participants today regarding possible changes.
Don D’Amato discussed potential slate of new officers for 2018. It appears the board will have enough people to fill the slate but if anyone wants to be considered for an open position they need to let Don or a board member know at the earliest.
It was brought forward an item to better control the monies for the match and medal play series in the future as we currently do not have a system in place to monitor receivables and expenditures in a professional manner.
To eliminate confusion of the Match Play and Medal Play funding, all proceeds collected will be held by the Treasurer and disbursed after the events conclude.
The October MGA breakfast will be held Tuesday October 10th to announce new slate of officers and other business.
The November MGA breakfast will be held Tuesday November 14th for election of new officers for 2018.
The March to November final will be held on November 9th with the awards dinner to held the following week on November 14th in the clubhouse.
Meeting adjourned 3:45 pm
Respectfully Submitted
Warren Laing, Secretary
SCPMGA Board Meeting Minutes – June 20, 2017
Meeting called to order by President Jerry Mccarthy at 9:30 am
Board members present: Jerry McCarthy, Dean Wern, Warren Laing, Bob Francis and John Sherry. Pro Kyle Mimbs attended first part of board discussion.
Board discussed with Kyle, the recent memo received from a member regarding the conditions of our bunkers and suggested local rules until the bunkers are repaired. No information from ClubCorp has been received about this subject other than nothing is scheduled in the near future. After much discussion on this subject it was determined that we continue to play under current Local Rules regarding Cotton in bunkers (25-1) and Stones in bunkers (24-1) until such time bunkers are returned to a usable condition.
Reviewed financial status of the MGA with John Sherry and we are in good financial health with a $3,869.00 balance as of today’s date. Further discussion about subsidizing dinners etc. for future tournaments will be determined at a later date.
John brought forward an item to better control the monies for the match and medal play series in the future as we currently do not have a system in place to monitor receivables and expenditures in an professional manner.
Received comments from members playing in the Memorial Tournament and funds raised for Waypoint Griffin ($2,245.00) and a decision was made to leave the format as written for 2018 unless changed by New board in 2018: Craig Larzelere, Rick Schwessinger and Mike Skrabak will be in charge for the 2018 Event).
The current Team Match Play tournament scheduled for August 31st has been canceled.
President McCarthy was charged with selecting the members to develop the slate for the new Board of Directors to be presented to the members at the October meeting.
It was approved that Lenny Porzio be provided $300 for a New Years eve party supported by the SCPMGA.
After reviewing the Red, Whie, Blue tournament scheduled for July 6th, their appeared to be some question about tees being used. Bob Francis and Jerry McCarthy will meet with the tournament director to determine final tees to be used.
Meeting adjourned 11:30am
Respectfully Submitted
Warren Laing, Secretary
SC MGA Board Meeting Minutes – February 7, 2017
Meeting called to order by President Jerry Mccarthy at 3:00 pm
Board members present: Dean Wern, Warren Laing, Bob Francis, Don D’Amato and John Sherry
Bob Francis was nominated to fill the position of Tournament Director due to the resignation of previous Tournament Director Mike Skrabak. Bob received unanimous approval.
John updated on present funds in the bank of $5,634.00.
Bob will contact tournament chairs on the list of scheduled events to verify chairs and work with the ABCD tournament chair if assistance is needed.
A suggestion was made for a change for sign-up sheets for Tues-Thurs games going from White/Green to one sheet. A trial will start in March to see if it helps the pros enter data for pairings to even out the teams. Players will still play from the default tees they are currently registered. Jerry will work with Eric and Kyle to work on Tuesdays for random pairings and Thursdays to make the teams as even as possible.
Discussed postponing the first meeting and breakfast if dining room remodel is not completed in time. New pricing has been developed for lunches/dinners in the club house and it will be used on a trial basis. The SCPMGA will subsidize some of the events.
Discussed who will be running the medal play tournament this year and Jerry will be contacting Howard Moreau for the needed spread sheets. Members playing in the medal tournament should check there Scoring the first couple of events to assure scores are being correctly entered. Anyone interested in Volunteering for this event can submit their name to the board.
The board is still discussing possible changes of tees for the membership. Further information will be made available as it is developed.
Work is still moving forward to make some changes in the Memorial event to raise more money for our Veterans. The charity selected will receive the funds in the name of our members who have passed.
Meeting was adjourned at 4:30 pm
Respectfully Submitted
Warren Laing, Secretary
SCPMGA Board Meeting Minutes
January 4, 2017
Meeting called to order by Preseident Jerry Mccarthy at 4:00pm
Board members present: Dean Wern, Warren Laing, Mike Skrabak, John Sherry, and Don D'Amato.
The first tournament of the year, ABCD, was discussed and the general meeting (breakfast included). The tournament will be held February 23rf and kicks off the 2017 March to November event.
The 2016 March to November was determined a great success in bringing in new members to the club and increasing our Tuesday-Thursday play. Bill Richman was our 2016 winner having to go into sudden death and winning in a chip off.
A nominating committee will be formed to provide a new slated of officers in the months ahead. The committee will present the curren board with the new slate by the September board meeting. This in turn will be present to the members at the October meeting. Also at that time nominations from the floor will be accepted. The final election will be held at the Annual meeting on November 14th.
Lots of discussion of pros/cons of which tees were to be used during the Master's, US Open, and Member-Member tournaments. After many ideas and thoughts, it was voted to use the "Green Tees' for those events in 2017. All other tournaments will be played form the tees as noted in the official tournament schedule and descriptions.
President Mccarthy will be meeting with Eric in the next few weeks to discuss pricing on food and beverage costs for all tournaments that will be acceptable to the members. Currently all food after tournaments is listed as Optional or TBD in an effort to support our restaurants. All paid MGA members are eligible for beer and sodas when offered after events.
Mike has developed tie breakers for all tournaments and are listed in the new Tournament Directory to be published shortly and differs between 18 and 36 hole events.
Rain dates for all events are also listed. To play or not will be determinetd by the Club Manger.
We also have a new tournament in August to replace the ACC/SEC vs Pac-12, Big-10 & Big-12.
There is a possibility to revise the Memorial Tournament to possibly partner with the SCLGA to help raise more funds for chairity. This will be decided after the SCLGA meets in late January.
Respectfully Submitted:
Warren E. Laing, Secretary
SCPMGA Board Meeting Mintues
November 10, 2016
Meeting called to order by President Jerry Mccarthy @ 8:20 AM
All board and members at large and 63 MGA members were present. Jerry provided a general update and the purpose of the Sun City Men’s Golf Association (SCPMGA) to promote the sport of golf at Sun City Peachtree. Jerry also provided an overview of the March to November event, its purpose and results, with the final 19 introduced that would participate in the “Shoot Out” Following the breakfast meeting.
He also touched on the success of last year’s Memorial Tournament and plans for the 2017 event to possibly join with the women’s association to make this a large fund raiser for veteran assistance or other charities.
An increase in dues was brought forward to increase them by $5.00 to $25.00 to provide for more lunch events and other activities for 2017. This was passed unanimously effective for the 2017 golf season. Introductions of New members in attendance and the March to November players involved in the “Shoot Out” by Vice President Dean Wern.
Jerry also provided an overview of the March to November event, its purpose and results, with the final 19 introduced that would participate in the “Shoot Out” following the breakfast meeting. He also touched on the success of last year’s Memorial Tournament ($1,000 raised) and plans for the 2017 event to possibly join with the women’s association to make this a large fund raiser for veteran assistance or other charities.
Treasurer John Sherry provided an overview of revenue and expenses with a Net Balance of $2,987.00 as of November 10, 2016. The club currently has 158 paid members.
Mike Skrabak provided an overview of the tournaments played in 2016 and introduced the tournament chairs. Mike also discussed proposed changes for 2017 and a discussion on tees to be used in 2017. The tee changes will be discussed in committee and brought forward at a future meeting. Remember the ABCD tournament to kick off the 2017 season will be February 23, 2017.
The winners of the 2016 Men's Championship were as follows:
Club Champion – Richard Trull
Senior Champion – Brent Cromer
Super Senior Champion – Don Nolen
Warren gave an overview of the October 24, 2016 meeting.
Respectfully submitted
Warren Laing
SCP MGA Board Meeting Minutes
October 24, 2016
Meeting called to order by President Jerry Mccarthy @ 3:00 PM
Board Member Present: Dean Wern, Mike Skrabak, George Brown and Don D'Amato
1. John Sherry gave a financial update and we are in good shape for the coming year.
2. Mike Skrabak presented a suggestion for a dues increase:
- Beard agreed with a $5.00 increase
- Matches WGA
- Opportunity to provide more paid events for members
3. Mike Skrabak gave the board an update on the tournaments for 2016 and 2017
Recommendations
- Moving from red and green tees is suggested for all tournaments. Waiting on feed back from members
- Changes to the Memorial Touranment to include WGA and make it a major fund raising event.
Respectfully Submitted
Warren Laing - Secretary
SCP MGA Board Meeting Minutes
September 6, 2016
Meeting Called to order by President Jerry Mccarthy @ 2:30 PM
Board Members Present: Dean Wern, Warren Laing, Mike Skrabak, George Brown, and Don D'Amato
1. Discussed March to November dinner options and location. Four selections wer presented:
a) John Henry's
b) Amenties Center - Catered
c) Amenties Center - Southern Pig BBQ - We clean-up
d) Revisited options from the golf club restaurant, cost was excessive
Selection "C" was approved after discussion to include shoot out participant and spouses, 2016 tournament chairs and spouses
2. Shoot out will be held November 10th after the MGA general meeting (breakfast included)
3. Club Championship - October 18 & 20, with rain dates as soon as can be scheduled if course receives excessive rain. Pro shop
will determine if course is playable.
4. Discussed the Memorial Tournament to be a major event to include SCWGA with the goal to increase particpation and funding for
local veterans orginizations. More discussion to follow after the tournament committee meets after the season officially ends.
5. Goal to improve all tournaments of hte past year and possibly a new tournament to replace the SEC/ACC vs the World.
6. A discussion of using Senior tees for some Thursday games and tournaments in 2017 provided several options to be discussed before
a final determination is made.
7. Will work with pro shop to try and further balance the participants in the Thursday team events.
8. A questionaire wil go out shortly to get inputs for the 2017 Thursday games from members.
9. Due to the treasurer being out of town, no financial review was conducted.
Respectfully Submitted
Warren Laing, Secretary
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SCP MGA Board Meeting Minutes
June 28, 2016
Meeting Called to order by President Jerry McCarthy at 3:00PM
Board Members present: Dean Were, Warren Laing, John Sherry, Mike Skrabak
- John presented the board with current treasury status and projected monies at the end of March. Due to the increased cost of meals provided by the MGA to members, it has been drawing down our surplus from previous years and we may have to propose a small increase to the membership for 2017 or reduce provided meals.
- Non voting members George Brown and Don D'Amato were approved by unanimous vote and will officially join the MGA board at our next meeting.
- Mike discussed the ABCD tournamnet and possible changes for next year. He will present the proposed changes to his tournament committee and bring the final recommendations back at the next meeting. The suggestioins related to the tees used and a new proposal will address the comments make by members regarding the A players as we do not have enough A players for this event.
- A short discussion about the "March to November" found that currrently we are having a larger turn out especially for the Thursday games which was the main goal. Dean and Warren will work with Justin to provide a status board to be posted in the locker room.
- The board discussed a change in the Memorial Day tournament and we will select one local charity for this event. Jerry/Dean will work with Bob Brown and Dick Flading to review optios for the award and names of deceased members will be noted on the donation.
Respectfully submitted
Warren Laing
Board members present: Dean Wern, John Sherry, Warren Laing, Mike Skrabak, George Brown,
and Don D’Amato
1. Discussed General Membership meetings and determined to have them 3 times a year when there is not election. Four times during the electioncycle, but after reviewing the bylaws mandate that we meet 4 times a year. We will have a meeting in September and November, both before Tuesday or Thursday play.
Next general meeting (no breakfast) will be held on July 7, 2016 before the Red-White-Blue tournament. Next meeting after July will be in November before one of our Tuesday-Thursday events to include breakfast.
2. John presented our financial status and we are in good shape for the balance of the year. Currently we have a good balance in the March to November Fund ($926.00) with four months to the final and our aggregate balance as of June 27th is $5,311.13. Cost of where and dinner to be determined but looks like it will be in the Amenities Center with the dinner catered, President Jerry will make the final decision after consultations with board members who are currently looking at options.
3. Board reviewed the Memorial and US Open tournaments and possible tweaks will be made in the US Open for next year, to include possible tee changes, etc. so members can play together regardless of tees played during the year. These will be discussed with Mike’s committee and brought back to the full board for final discussion/approval, except for special tournaments like the RWB.
Board also discussed changes in the shootouts and SEC/ACC challenge.
Discussed possible changes for the Memorial Tournament to allow us to raise more money for Veteran’s groups. Another suggestion was to include the Women’s GA. We will contact them to determine their interest. We raised $1,000.00 that was presented to the local VFW to assist our Veterans in need. Awards in the future will continue to add members who have passed over time.
4. A general discussion regarding club dinners and when and where they will be held. All dinners after tournaments have been cancelled until this issue is finally resolved. The only dinner left on the schedule is the “awards” dinner after the March to November. We have reserved two rooms at the amenity center for November 15. This is the Tuesday following our final shoot out on November 10.
Respectfully Submitted
Warren Laing, Secretary
SCP MGA Board Meeting Minutes
February 25, 2016
Meeting called to order by President Jerry McCarthy at 8:45am
Board members present: Dean Wern, John Sherry, Warren Laing, Mike Skrabak
1. John presented the board with current treasury status and projected monies to be spent
for MGA activities for the remaining year.
2. Mike gave a presentation on changes in the tournaments for 2016 and explained the tees
to be used in the different events. It appears that with this discussion the majority of
members now have a better understanding of which tees they will be using.
3. Mike also provided the membership with the importance of using the new book with all
the tournament information, sign up dates, etc., food and other pertinent information.
Dinners will be held for the Masters, US Open, March to November, all lunches/dinners
will be optional.
4. John Sherry will be central contact point for providing new member information to fellow
Board members to include (Name, Address, Phone, e-mail and Tees played).
5. March to November – Discussed the new event, March to November. All MGA members are eligible. Points are accumulated for each Tuesday and Thursday event played. Additional points are added by Tournament participation. Top 19 qualify for a playoff first week of November. Expenditures from money accrued from March to November
with cash payouts to the first five places (TBD) and dinner for all 19 qualifiers and wives.
6. Medal play on Thursdays will count 5 points toward the March to November.
Entry in the medal play is one 5 point award, not 5 points for each Thursday played.
7. Passed by law change to allow members previously grandfathered into the SCPMGA to be recognized as official members subject to all rules and regulations of the association.
8. Memorial Tournament – Mike explained that the money collected by participants will be paid to a charity(s) to be determined by the MGA board. Names of all deceased
members noted on the donation.
9. Craig Langbehn – Craig provided a report on happenings of the golf course. Pre-emergent
has been applied to the course to control the weeds that have been a problem the last
couple of years. The Bunker repairs are high on the capital list for refurbishing as funds
become available.
10. Steve Ferencie will be in charge of the Medal Series play this year and mentioned that
players will play from the tees they have been playing at the beginning of the year. If they take the option to change tees during the year, they must play the medal series from the same tees all year.
11. Tom Keehbauch reminded everyone to turn in all score cards and post them in the computer,
he also explained that rounds played by the player only can no longer be posted. Warren, I don’t know what this means.
12. Dean Wern and Warren Laing will be responsible for providing the points accumulated by members in the March to November event. Will find a location to provide current updated
Standings.
Respectfully submitted
Warren Laing
SCPMGA Board Meeting Minutes
January 6, 2016
Meeting called to order by President Jerry McCarthy at 3:00pm.
Board members present: Dean Wern, John Sherry, Warren Laing, Mike Skrabak, also attending Howard Moreau and Justin Waffle.
- Howard presented the board with current financial documents for incoming treasurer John Sherry and board members.
- New members – Board will develop an article for the Buzz to inform potential members about the MGA and also provide a letter to be inserted in new resident packet. John Sherry will be central contact point for providing new member information to fellow Board members to include (Name, Address, Phone, e-mail and Tees played).
- March to November – Discussed expenditures from money accrued from March to November with cash payouts to the first five places (TBD) and dinner for all 19 qualifiers and wives.
- Medal play on Thursdays will not count in the March to November only points towards the club championship.
- Discussion on breakfasts (2) to be paid for by the MGA before annual meetings.
- Memorial Tournament Discussion – Money collected by participants will be paid to a charity(s) to be determined with names of all deceased members noted on the donation. MGA selection to be determined at MGA meeting in February.
- Mike has made up a new book of all tournament information which will be in the located in the pro shop. This will include sign-up sheets for tournaments and dinners, etc. Dinners will held for the Masters, US Open, March to November, all lunches/dinners will be optional.
- Although new to the position of Treasurer John brought to our attention to the big expenses for the coming year (2 MGA breakfasts and the March to November).
- Dean and Warren will be responsible for providing the points accumulated by members in the March to November event. Will find a location to provide current updated posting for members .
- Discussion of membership to review by-laws to include the members originally grandfathered into the SCPMGA, and will vote on this change at the February meeting.
- Goal this year to assure we make new residents aware of the SCPMGA and benefits for new residents to join the Club Corp family.
Respectfully submitted
Warren Laing
Greens Committee – CraigLangbehn
Fairways that are Cart Path only to remain as currently staked, discussed clean-up laps and apron situation (budget item), continue 90 degree fairway policy.
Acknowledged Club Champions:
Club Champion – Dave Piver
Senior Champion – Wally Pratt
Super Senior Champion – Bill Richman
Additional:
- 2016 Men’s Dues $20 in book, if cash payment – put name on piece of paper who it is from.
- When tipping in the Restaurant – Pay in cash if you can.
- Santa Claus Open coming up in December
- Need volunteers for tournaments
- Look for tournament sign-up sheets in the book, slight change in format.
Meeting Adjourned
MGA GENERAL MEETING
MGA GENERAL MEETING
SCPMGA BOARD MINUTES
MARCH 28, 2015
All Directors and the Member At Large were present for this 2:30 PM meeting.
TOURNAMENT TEES
President Dean Wern after reviewing the current MGA rules for determining tees made a proposal that was unanimously approved changing the criteria for participation as follows:
From the “ White Tee “ provision for teams with both white and green tee players all future MGA tournaments will consist of White only, Green only and Mixed Tee only teams. The prize money per flight will be based on the number of teams in the flight.
MASTERS TOURNAMENT
Vice President Porzio advised that at conclusion of the tournament there will be a Horse Race consisting of the 6 low gross and 6 low net teams. Specifics of this will be communicated by E-Mail prior to the event.
MISCELLANIOUS
The Board approved the suggestion that a plaque be purchased for posting the name of the Match Play winner. All previous winners with the exception of 2012 will be shown on the plaque.
The Board also approved the purchase of a half keg of beer to be used the Thursday night of the Member/Guest.
Meeting adjourned at 3:15 PM.
Respectfully Submitted
Brian Smith
SCPMGA BOARD MINUTES
FEBRUARY 24, 2015
All Directors, the Member at large and 64 additional MGA members were present for this breakfast meeting.
The meeting was called to order at 8:35 AM by President Dean Wern with a thank you for the effort made in inclement weather by those in attendance.
Dean made note of the obvious, that the ABCD tournament scheduled for that day was canceled. He also paid special recognition to those members that had stepped up to run the Tuesday quota group and the Thursday team event.
The Secretary read the minutes from the last full MGA meeting held this past October 28th. It was moved, seconded and voted on that the minutes be approved as read.
Howard Moreau gave the treasurers report by first stating that as of that morning there were 126 paid up members, 8 of which were new to the club. The Association currently has a balance of $4,954.54 in the checking account. $1,300 of this amount is carry over from the original Pulte contribution of a number of years back.
Tournament chairman Joe Kurey reviewed with the group plans as they presently exist for a number of this years events.
. The ABCD tournament has been rescheduled for March 19th. Do to the lack of sufficient A players participating ,changes to tees were made accordingly………A players will tee off from the white tees, B players from the senior member, C players from green and D players from red. Those planning on playing in this event must sign up for the regular Thursday group scheduled for the 19th.
. Medal play begins the 1st Thursday in April. Members were encouraged to sign up ASAP.
. The Masters will be played as usual in April. Check the web site for details.
Lenny Porzio announced that the social aspects of this years tournaments will remain the same as in 2014. [dinner/entertainment] The para mutuals [shoot outs] will increase from 2 to 3. New Years Eve will once again fall on December 31st.
The new General Manager/Pro Justin Waffle introduced himself to the group by first encouraging members to get behind the proposed Member/Guest. He also shared his intent to play with the members as much as time permitts during the upcoming season. In response to a question he advised that bunker repairs etc will begin during the May/June timeframe. [this year] The individuals selected to be on Club Corps Board of Governors will be announced this week.
A lengthy discussion was held on what to do with the $1,300 held over from the original Pulte contribution. It was decided that a portion be spent to subsidize making our dinners an even better experience. More beer/soda occasions was felt to be worthy of funding from this pool as well. Some of the monies will be held over for future as yet to be named purposes.
Dean next brought up the issue of By Laws revisions/changes. The main item of consideration centered around the method for selecting the officers of the Association. After a short discussion it was moved,seconded and voted on to approve the revisions as written. The newly revised By Laws will appear on the MGA web site.
Frank Peluso shared plans for the Member/Guest being worked on by the committee of 6 responsible for this event. The dates will be April 23, 24 and 25. The cost is $450.00 per team plus any voluntary participation in a cash pool. The official prizes will consist of Pro shop credits. [This provision brought about considerable discussion…..mostly negative] In an effort to encourage early sign ups there will be a drawing for one team to participate at half price. To be eligible the team must register by March 1st.
Meeting adjourned at 9:30 AM.
Respectfully Submitted
Brian Smith
SCPMGA BOARD MINUTES
JANUARY 29
All Directors and the Member At Large were present for this meeting.
ABCD TOURNAMENT
This tournament being held on 2/24 will be a combined meeting, breakfast and golf event. Members when signing up should indicate whether they are breakfast only, golf only or both. Vice President Porzio is working with the Club Corp food and beverage manager to determine the cost to the MGA for the breakfast.
FOOD COST FOR 2015 TOURNAMENTS.
No prices were available at the time of this meeting. TBD.
BY LAWS REVISION
The President will be sending a copy of the proposed By Laws revisions to the full MGA membership for their review prior to the 2/24 meeting. If there are no significant changes offered up from the floor a vote will be taken to accept the revisions as written.
SPEND DOWN OF EXCESS DOLLARS
There is $1,300 remaining in the MGA excess funds category. At the 2/24 meeting the members will be asked for ideas on how this money should be spent. Several options the board thought worthy of consideration were 1} Cocktail party with heavy hors d’oeuvres . Drinks not included. 2} Lunch for members after the Memorial Tournament . 3} A $10:00 credit for all members to be used on food/beverage at the club.
MATCH PLAY
The Match Play Tournament will be run by Richard Trull. His recommendation that the event be flighted by Green tee and White tee players was fully supported by the Board. The entry fee will be $20:00. Spectators are encourage to follow the players during the finals. All MGA members doing so will be given a ticket[s] good for a free beer from the Club Corp beverage cart.
2015 BUDGET
Howard Moreau {Treasurer} will prepare a 2015 budget for member review at the 2/24 breakfast meeting. As of 1/29 there are 123 dues paying members.
THURSDAY PLAY
When the occasion demands that threesomes compete in Thursday play the person{s} acting as the blind draw will be identified to the team prior to the start of play. This will facilitate in determining winners as each group will be able to determine their team score before turning in their card. Every effort will be made to select the appropriate A/B/C/D player from that days participants.
MISC.
The Board voted unanimously to make a revision in the format of the Member/Member Tournament.This will now be played as a “ 2 day “ best ball 36 hole event.
Meeting Adjourned at 3:30 PM
Respectfully Submitted
Brian Smith
SCPMGA BOARD MINUTES
DECEMBER 11
All Directors including the Member at Large were present for this 2:30 PM meeting.
Consistent with his commitment to the membership at the October breakfast meeting President Dean Wern prepared a draft of revised SCPMGA By-Laws for the Board to review and discuss. After lengthy and inclusive discussion on a number of proposed changes it was agreed that Dean would write a final draft for the Board to read and approve for future presentation to the full membership. No decision was made as to how and when this will be done. Dean will include this as an agenda item for a future Board meeting.
Very importantly the issue of tees and equitable handicaps for 2015 tournaments was brought up for discussion as a follow up to a full membership vote at the October meeting. It was moved, seconded and unanimously approved that in any and all MGA sponsored tournaments [Including weekly Thursday play] the club will invoke the USGA guideline as concerns “Mixed Tee Events”. Where White and Green tee players are competing as partners and/or opponents the White tee player will be awarded an additional 3 stokes vs. his official handicap. NOTE: This is a change from the 2 strokes as was reported in the !0/28 Minutes.
Dean advised that the 2015 tournament schedule and tournament descripitions have been posted in the book in the pro shop.
Meeting adjourned at 3:30PM
Respectfully Submitted
Brian Smith
SCPMGA MINUTES
NOVEMBER 4
All Directors including the Member at Large were present for the Board meeting which began at 2 pm with President Dean Wern providing a copy of the days agenda.
Tees for 2015 Tournaments…. The Board approved the following:
The Club Championship will be played as follows: CLUB CHAMPION from the Blue tees, SENIOR CHAMPION from the White tees, SUPER SENIOR CHAMPION from the Green tees. All other MGA sponsored events will be played from the tees regularly played. When Green tee players are playing against White tee players the White tee player will get an additional 3 strokes. This is based on the differential of the course rating for the two tees in question. All tournaments will be flighted by tees.
2015 MGA Budget including entertainment…Board action was as follows:
The issue of the Budget was tabled until we know the total number of members for the year. The Board approved a $300 contingency fund to cover entertainment expenses that may exceed the fees posted for each tournament where entertainment is planned.
2015 Tournament Schedule
The schedule was completed and approved and will be posted on the Web page and in the book after Joe Matheny reviews and agrees that it fits well with Club Corp course management and commitments for the year. The Board agreed that 30 to 40% of the field will be paid in each of our tournaments. The winners and the amount won will be posted for all members to see.
Age for Super Senior Championship….The Board approved the following:
The age for qualifying for the Super Senior Championship is 70.
Tuesday Quota Game Changes
Beginning with play on Tuesday. 11/11 the payout will be based on points achieved above the players quota. The formula will be total funds available divided by total points above quota achieved by the group that day. Whatever that dollar amount is { say $3.00 } will be paid per point over quota to all achieving a plus score.
With no further discussion the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully Submitted
Brian Smith
SCPMGA MINUTES
OCTOBER 28, 2014
All Directors, the Member at Large and approximately 65 MGA members were present for this breakfast meeting. General Manager Joe Matheny was in attendance to answer a question relative to new score cards.
President Dean Wern opened the meeting at 8:00 AM with a thank you for the outstanding attendance. He outlined the agenda for the meeting placing special emphasis on the question of TEES for next years MGA tournaments.Dean wanted this resolved so the Board could study and make recommendations for changes/revisions to the clubs By Laws.
Howard Moreau presented the treasurers report for our 3rd quarter. $1300 in carry over funds are available to be spent next year with the full MGA membership the recipients. The balance of this years dues is fully committed to past events and the breakfast the membership enjoyed today. Howard reminded the group that next years dues [$20.00} are payable now and until the end of the year.
Lenny Porzio was interested in finding out how the members felt about the socials held in conjunction with several of the years tournaments. There was a feeling expressed and supported unofficially that this is a golf club and not a social club. That being said , with a show of hands the members agreed that the number events next year should basically mirror those of 2014. Social events should be self supporting and not be funded from dues. Lenny reminded the group of this years New Years Eve party. The cost as best can be determined now will be $37.50 per person. This could be less based on attendance.
Joe Kurrey opened the discussion on tournament tees with a special thanks to Tom Keehbauch for his past service as chairman of the Club Championship. Tom advised that he is not available next year so this tournament will be run by Joe and his committee. After hearing considerable feedback from the members it was decided by a show of hands that this important event should be played from the Blue/White/Green tees with the club champion being the winner from the Blue. The issue of qualification for playing for the Super Senior championship was discussed and age is to be the determining factor. By a show of hands it appeared that 75 is to be the magic number.
On the subject of the other MGA tournaments the recommendation from the members favored White/Green tees. Partners in these events must play from the same set of tees.
Frank Peluso reminded the group of next years Member/Guest. More information on this will be found on the MGA web site.
The meeting adjourned with members scrambling to their golf carts to participate in the regular Tuesday Quota game.
Respectfully Submitted
Brian Smith
SCPMGA MINUTES
JUNE 30, 2014
All Directors were present. Absent was Member at Large Warren Laing.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Howard Moreau presented a detailed financial report for the 6 month period ending June 30, 2014. After a general discussion where by all concerned gained a complete understanding of the revenues/expenses incurred, it was moved, seconded and unanimously passed that the report be accepted as presented. The membership will have access to this on the web-site.
TOURNAMENTS
Joe Kurrey led the Board in a discussion of this years remaining Tournaments.
1] Red, White and Blue{2 man scramble} This will be played from 3 tees the 6 holes used by each to be determined by the teams prior to the start of play. The cost will be $35.00, $15.00 of which will go for food. The balance of $20.00 will be distributed as pro shop credits on a flighted basis. [Number of flights TBD] It was agreed to pay 40% of the field .
2] Member/Member.This will be played from the Senior Member tees.The cost is as follows: tournament fee $20.00,dinner for one $35.00 and dinner for two $50.00. [Cocktails 6:30, Dinner and entertainment 7:00] This will be a flighted event paying one low gross and three low nets per flight. At the conclusion of the first days play there will be a Horse Race; participants to be the days six low gross and six low nets.
3] Club Championship. The Board unanimously agreed on the following: The Championship flight will be played from the MEMBER tees [blue/white]. Regular White tee players not opting to be ing the Championship flight will play from the SENIOR MEMBER tees. Only those whose default tees are green may play from the GREEN tees. [White tee players will not be allowed to move to the Green tees]
4] Football Tournament. This is an entirely new event taking place on the first Tuesday of September. It is designed to pit those opting to represent the SEC against ALL OTHER CONFERENCES. Played from the Senior/Member tees this will have two man teams of like or similar handicaps representing their conference. The cost will be $6.00. There will be more information on this tournament on the web-site.
MISCELLANIOUS
1] At the request of Lenny Porzio the Board voted [3 to1] to approve the expenditure of $100.00 each for entertainment at the dinners associated with the Member/Member and Club Championship tournaments.
2] Dean Wern received unanimous support for his suggestion to poll the membership on the idea of Dinners/Entertainment after tournaments. He will contact Tom Hain to have this set up.
Respectfully Submitted
Brian Smith
SCPMGA BOARD MINUTES
MAY 26, 2014
All Directors were present. Absent was Member at Large Warren Laing. Cannongate General Manager Joe Matheny joined us briefly during the meeting for the purpose of providing perspective on two of the agenda items.
BUSINESS MEETING.
Following a motion and second the Board voted to conduct the next MGA business meeting after golf on July 22nd.
MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT.
With 36 players signed up there will be two flights of 7 players each from the green tees and two flights of 11 players each from the white tees. The payout will be as follows: $442.00…. 3 places for the green tees and 4 places for the white tees [40% of those playing]. $250.00 will be set aside for a contribution to a charity in the name of Larry Bergen. $100.00 will be placed in an escrow account.
MATCH PLAY PAYOUT.
There are to be no changes this year to the formula designed by Richard Trull. The Board will take this up again prior to next years event.
PAR 3 SAND CONTAINERS.
The Board reviewed a proposal from Dave Scherr for the construction of sand containers for our par 3 holes. These would be priced at $40.00 each. After lengthy discussion it was ultimately moved, seconded and passed to ask Dave to build a prototype. [He will be paid $40.00 for this]. Brian Smith volunteered to deliver this request to Dave.
MISCELLANIOUS.
Lenny Porzio presented a proposal for a MGA sponsored tournament to be held the first Tuesday of September. The concept is to have teams representing the SEC vs the rest of the NCAA. A motion was made, seconded and approved to turn this over to the Tournament Committee for working out the specifics. They will report back to the Board at a future meeting.
Respectfully Submitted
Brian Smith
SCPMGA BOARD MINUTES
APRIL 22, 2014
All Directors as well as Member at Large Warren Laing and Cannongate General Manager Joe Matheny were in attendance.
President Dean Wern opened the meeting at 2 PM by providing the Board with a list of topics for discussion and resolution.
RESULTS OF THE MASTERS TOURNAMENT
Feedback from the membership as well as the general consensus of the Board was that with few exemptions the event was viewed very positively. It was agreed that next year we should structure the tournament utilizing the same format.
MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT
A notice will be sent out advising that sign up must be made by 5/20 for the tournament date of Thursday, 5/29. The cost will be $35.00 with checks to be put in an envelope located in the pro shop. The tournament committee along with the Vice President responsible for social will determine the manner in which the funds are to be distributed.(food and drink/prizes/ donations).
The Board agreed that this will be a flighted tournament to be played from the Green and White tees with prize money based on individual low nets per flight. The person with the lowest net score of the day will be Trophy Champion.
US OPEN TOURNAMENT
Date to be held Thursday, 6/12/14. By unanimous agreement it was decided that this event be set up in the identical fashion as the recently completed Masters. The cost will be the same,$20/$35/$50 and will be again be played from the Senior Member tees.Teams will select their pro the morning of the tournament at sign up. Dinner will be limited to 120.
Lenny Porzio suggested that a “shoot out” be held after completion of play pitting the six low net and six low gross teams. This would be alternate shot with two teams eliminated each hole. Interest in this would be piqued by allowing paramutual betting. The tournament committee will be asked to evaluate this proposal and make a recommendation to the Board for final resolution.
TOURNAMENT FOR SEPTEMBER
Referred to the Tournament Committee for their recommendation.
MISCELLANEOUS
The club is closed for play Tuesday, 4/29 due to aeration of fairways and greens. Howard Moreau's motion to delay Medal Play by one week did not receive a second so failed. After further discussion it was decided it would be scheduled for Thursday, 5/1 as originally planned.
The President recognized and thanked Howard for his work in putting the club financials on the web-site. It got an appreciative second from all.
There will be a MGA business meeting on Tuesday, 6/3/14 at 8AM prior to golf.
Respectfully Submitted,
Brian Smith
SCPMGA GENERAL MEETING
FEBRUARY 27, 2014
MINUTES
All Directors as well as 61 voting members were in attendance.
Ballots for the 4 previously communicated issues under consideration were handed out along with a separate questionnaire prepared by a 6 member committee proposing a Member/Guest Tournament.
President Dean Wern opened the meeting by announcing the rescheduled date [3/11] for the ABCD tournament along with the procedure for sign-up. Any doubts as to status should be resolved by checking the book in the pro-shop.
Richard Trull talked briefly on the need to get adequate participation in the Match Play event. A lack of interest will result in the cancelation this year.
Frank Peluso spoke to the desire of a committee of 6 to have a Member/Guest tournament this year. Members were asked to complete the informational hand out so as to test the level of interest. Frank has a target of 24 or more teams but is holding out other options should this number not be met.
Dean revealed that only 50% of the membership have registered on the MGA web site. This is to be the principle means of disseminating information in the future so if a member wants to hear or be heard registration is a necessity. Dean also urged that once on the site personal information be checked for its accuracy.
Craig Larzelere made a request for support of a Flowergate proposal for a $600 donation from the MGA for the purpose of purchasing 30 Azaleas to be planted behind the 7th green. Representing Steve Sisson who could not be present he also shared several of Canongate's plans for the coming season. These include aerating the fairways [as well as greens],utilization of new chemicals designed to enhance the growth of grass and the sodding of areas around the greens in particular need. It appears that major sand trap renovation may not be affordable at this time.
Lenny Porzio reminded the group that Master tournament sign-ups should include the number of dinners required as the cost will be determined by the entry fee plus meals. He also stated that the MGA will host a New Years Eve party this year……date to be determined.[per Deans question]
John Lockwood announced that Couples Golf will commence on March 24th. and be held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays thereafter. Sign up for these events can be made the Monday prior.
Steve Ferencie in what was most appropriate offered a special thanks [roundly supported] to Tom Hain for the creation of our new web site. He encouraged new members to stay for their picture.
Bob Brown asked for our support again this year of the Toys for Tots tournament to be held October 24th.
Howard Moreau answered a request from the floor by agreeing to post a financial status report on the web site.
The general meeting was adjourned at 9:15.
At the conclusion of the general meeting the Board met to discuss the results of the balloting. It was moved, seconded and approved without objection to endorse the membership vote as follows:
- MGA logo hats will be purchased for all current members.
- The Medal Play tournament will be played from the White and Green tees. [ as determined by each players default tees ]
- The MGA will contribute up to $600 to Flowergate for the purchase of Azaleas as per their request.
- The MGA will sponsor a Member/Guest tournament [assuming one is scheduled] to be run by a committee TBD and reporting to the MGA Tournament Committee chaired by Joe Kurey.
Respectfully submitted
Brian Smith
SCPMGA BOARD
FEBRUARY 13, 2014
MINUTES
All Directors were present as well as the newly appointed Member at Large Warren Lang.
The President opened the meeting by providing the Board an agenda consisting of six topics for review/resolution.
- MGA MEMBER SPEND BACK …Consistent with the Boards previous decision to liquidate the $3,000 of carry over funds by spending $1,500 a year over the next two years a discussion was held on the selection of a gift for each of the members the idea of which was approved at a past meeting. A motion was made, seconded and approved for the purchase of a quality hat. [MGA stitched] Based on the price obtained we will buy up to 12 dozen of these. This amount would cover not only the membership but allow for the sale of any surplus to those wanting a 2nd one for themselves or as a gift. The estimated cost is $800 to $900.
- MEMBER GUEST TOURNAMENT…At the February 27th meeting the members are to be questioned so as to determine their interest in a member/guest tournament. No particulars will be available this will simply be a yea or nay as to interest level only.
- PARENT CHILD TOURNAMENT…A decision was made to table this idea. This will be developed further at a future meeting with the potential of combining this with a regular Thursday event.
- ABCD TOURNAMENT COMMITTEE …Joe Kurey or a member of his committee will see to the collection of the entry fee [$5.00 cash] the morning of the event. $1.00 for closest to the pin is optional.
- FLOWERGATE REQUEST…A lengthy discussion was held on the $600 Flowergate request, the monies to be used for the purpose of purchasing plants to be placed behind the 7th green.Among other points it was noted that of the $1,500 available for spend back this year the Board has already spent $500 on the January breakfast meeting and have just committed another $800 to $900 for member gifts. On the premise that it would not be fair to ask the membership to vote on an issue where the result may not be practical to achieve a motion was made, seconded and passed without objection that the Board should make this decision. Separately, a motion was made, seconded and approved that based on the previously described spending decisions the request from Flowergate be denied. The President will advise Craig Larzelere accordingly and communicate that the Board will be open to receiving a future request that could then be included in the $1,500 committed for spend back next year.
- WHITE/GREEN TEES FOR THE MEDAL PLAY SERIES .It was agreed that at the February 27th meeting the members will be asked by show of hands whether Medal play should be conducted from Green/White versus the Senior Member tees. The Board fully supports the decision to play green/white but felt that member input was critical on this given the importance/significance of the event.
Apart from the agenda the question of whether there should be a losers bracket for the Match Play Tournament was brought up. It was agreed that The Tournament Committee Chairman will work this out with the person who is running this event. The Board will support the results of that discussion.
The Board reiterated its intent to meet the first Monday of each month at 3:30 PM at the golf club.
Respectfully submitted,
Brian Smith
SCPMGA Board of Directors
February 3, 2014
Minutes
All Directors were present along with Brian Smith (Member at Large )
- First item of business was a proposal from Dave Piver, President, which stated “all executive board members, upon leaving office shall prepare a written report, and deliver all records, information, and other properties belonging to SCPMGA to their successors”. It was decided to present this proposal at the annual meeting in October.
- The ABCD Tournament date has been changed to February 27. There will be a meeting before the tournament and the SCPMGA will provide breakfast for the members.
- The following fees for the Masters Tournament will be: $20 for golf, $35 for golf and one dinner and $50 for golf and two dinners.
- All tournaments will allow as many golfers as sign up, but the meals will be limited to 120.
- The request for a Member/Guest tournament will be handled by the individuals who want to sponsor that tournament. This tournament will not be sanctioned by the SCPMGA.
- The Parent/Child Tournament will be presented to the membership at the next meeting along with the Flowergate Planting behind hole #7 and the membership gift (hat/ball marker/divot tool).
- The Board of Directors will be meeting the first Monday of each month in the Golf Clubhouse at 3:30 PM.
- Dave Piver submitted his resignation effective February 3, 2014.
Respectfully submitted,
Joe Kurey, Secretary
SCPMGA Breakfast Meeting
January 21, 2014
1. Opening remarks and introduction of Board
2. New and improved website - simply type in scpmga.com to view all upcoming events as well as exciting new information. Soon the site will be interactive allowing your thoughts and comments to be shared.
3. Current options for treasury balance
a. Member gifts - either hats, ball markers to be voted on by membership in February
b. Flowergate planting - azaleas to be planted behind #7; to be voted on in February
c. Tournament dinner/entertainment - members will have option to partake in complete tournament offering(play/dinner etc.) or choose to play only and not participate in 19th hole activities; to be voted on in February
4. Major tournament tees: all will play from the newly established Senior Tees (White/Green Combination); exception will be Club Championship - remember that these tees will replace modified tournament tees which we have been using in the past without objection.
5. Q+A session - please send questions/concerns to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for immediate response; your questions will be responded to in a timely manner once answers are secured from appropriate parties.