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Golf committee outlines near‑term spending priorities; revolving fund balance reported at about $98,600
Summary
Members reviewed potential near‑term uses of the golf revolving fund, discussed a reported balance of about $98,600, and sketched a proposed allocation that would include fencing, a first‑hole cart path, and architect fees for tee refurbishments.
At its March 11 meeting the Town of Southborough Golf Committee reviewed likely near‑term spending priorities and asked staff to coordinate a budget proposal for Select Board approval.
Committee members said the golf revolving fund balance is approximately $98,600, though they noted they would confirm current balances with Mark (town staff). The committee discussed a town guidance cap on single withdrawals of $75,000 but noted the cap can be exceeded if the Select Board and advisory committees agree.
The committee sketched an initial, informal allocation: roughly $25,000 for the fence behind the third green (back‑of‑envelope estimate), about $25,000 for replacing/extending the first‑hole cart path, and a $10,000 architect fee to prepare plans and bid documents for refurbishing three tee boxes. Committee members said that a larger refurbishment of tees was estimated at about $85,000, which the group said would likely be prioritized for a later phase.
Members discussed procurement steps and permitting: cart path work will need conservation and SVT ("S. V. T.") sign‑offs as appropriate, and some work could require formal town permits and a Select Board authorization to spend from the revolving fund. Committee members agreed to coordinate with Mark to prepare a budget allocation and confirm the latest fund balance before taking a funding request to the Select Board.
The committee also discussed smaller items that could be funded, including benches (estimated $2,000–$3,000 each) and ongoing maintenance such as irrigation installation, which committee members described as the highest‑priority capital need for the course.
Ending: Committee will prepare a proposed budget package and return estimates and permitting requirements to a future meeting for a possible Select Board request.
