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Golf course posts strong participation but remains subsidized; maintenance and trail construction will affect play
Summary
Staff presented a Tumwater Valley golf operations update showing rising rounds, strong merchandise sales and regional tournaments but noted the course remains subsidized (about $600,000/year) and faces deferred maintenance, a planned water‑department test well and trail construction that could close the front nine temporarily.
Golf operations staff summarized performance, participation and capital needs for Tumwater Valley, highlighting rising rounds, tournament hosting, youth programs and merchandise revenue but also deferred maintenance and near‑term disruptions from other city projects.
A presenter referenced by staff as Russell described year‑over‑year growth in rounds, events that attract college and regional tournaments, and growing junior programming. He said the course is a regional draw for tournaments and youth development programs. "We have year after year…
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