Staff to centralize first-point contact for golf charter clubs; Crooked Putter furniture inquiry moves forward

The Golf Committee on April 10 heard two operational items: a proposal to make golf operations the first point of contact for chartered golf clubs, and a furniture inquiry for the Crooked Putter restaurant at Grandview.

Centralizing club requests Staff described a planned change so golf operations would be the initial contact for the 18 chartered golf clubs when they request tees, tables, grills or other assets. Staff said the clubs would remain chartered clubs and retain scheduling priority for league days; the change is intended only to reduce confusion about whom to contact. Pat O'Hara would be the first point of contact and would route requests to Recreation Center scheduling staff (Casey) when a facility or rec-center room is required.

Crooked Putter furniture Committee members said the Recreation Center owns some of the patio furniture at Grandview, and staff described outreach to vendors to source tables that the Crooked Putter owner prefers. Staff said the proprietor favors 46-inch round tables; staff will meet with a sales representative to identify options and return to the committee with cost information. The committee noted there is $10,000 in the budget for Grandview this year and asked staff to present cost estimates in coming weeks.

Why it matters: Centralizing the contact point aims to reduce administrative delays and double bookings for clubs. Furniture purchases affect the Crooked Putter business environment and course patio use.

Next steps: Staff will present proposed vendor options and cost estimates for Crooked Putter patio furnishings and will follow up with the golf clubs and the golf council when implementing the first-contact change for chartered clubs.

Ending: No formal vote was taken; staff said they would notify club presidents through the established golf council channels before operational changes are finalized.