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Council approves new three‑year management contract for Willow Creek Golf Course
Summary
The City of Lamar approved a three‑year golf course management contract with a private operator; compensation will increase $5,000 per year while the flat monthly fee and commission option remain unchanged.
The City of Lamar City Council approved a new three‑year management contract for Willow Creek Golf Course and authorized the city administrator’s recommendation to renew management under the proposed terms.
Under the contract presented to council, compensation to the manager will increase by $5,000 annually over the three‑year term. The contract maintains a flat fee option of $2,666.66 per month or a 14% commission structure; council discussion noted the course has received consistent positive feedback this season. The clerk recorded an approving voice vote: “Aye,” and the motion carried.
Council comment and record: Council members said the course had a strong season and expressed support for the contract. The transcript records a council member asking whether the season was closed and another saying the course had been run well.
Next steps: Staff will finalize and execute the management contract with the named operator (listed in the meeting materials as JBBS LLC / JVDS LLC in the agenda packet).
