Council approves renaming of Monroe Country Club Ballroom to "Clubhouse 1936," selects logo and previews simulator plans

Monroe City Council on Dec. 9 approved renaming the Monroe Country Club Ballroom to "Clubhouse 1936," accepted staff's recommended logo choice, and heard details about a new indoor golf simulator facility and related renovations.

Pete Evanick presented the renaming proposal, saying the facility has historic ties to 1936 and staff wanted a name that reflects the building's history and role. "We went through a process where we discussed with staff members, with golfers out there just to find a name fitting of this facility," Evanick said. He asked council to allow use of the 'Clubhouse 1936' name in marketing and everyday references.

Council then voted to approve the renaming. Evanick also presented three logo options and staff's preferred choice; council approved the third logo by motion and second.

Evanick described the interior and exterior renovation work: new roofing completed over a weekend, an enclosed porte‑cochère with windows, restored front porch columns, added outdoor patio and potential putting green, and installation of multiple simulators inside the venue. He said project construction is slated to be finished by mid‑February and that the simulator system is being tested now.

On pricing, Evanick told council staff are "looking at charging $40 to $55 per hour per simulator, and that up to 4 people at a simulator," and estimated a typical four‑person, two‑hour session could amount to about $100 total (roughly $25 per person). Evanick said food and beverage sales and rentals are expected to be additional revenue sources.

Councilmembers thanked staff and the design team; staff indicated the final fee schedule will be presented prior to grand opening.

The council's approvals allow staff to proceed with marketing and signage using the new name and to finalize branding materials for the facility.