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Granada Golf debate spotlights equity, heavy use and steep budget shortfall as commission pauses final action
Summary
A heated, hours‑long exchange over recent fee hikes and membership restructuring at Granada Golf Course left the City Commission deferring final policy changes. Staff data showed a small group of members accounts for a large share of rounds while generating a small share of revenue; commissioners and users disagreed on how to balance access, tradition and financial sustainability.
A prolonged public debate at the April 14 commission meeting focused on the future of Granada Golf Course after staff presented usage and revenue data showing a wide imbalance: roughly 86 paid "granada" members accounted for nearly a quarter of rounds played but contributed a small share of total revenue, while the course was projecting a material operating shortfall and growing capital needs.
Staff said the course has been used well beyond recommended capacity for…
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