Gardner Golf Commission Grapples with Golf Course Irrigation Challenges

Overview: The Gardner Golf Commission recently convened to discuss significant operational matters, including the refurbishment and potential failure of the golf course’s irrigation pumps, the driving range’s irrigation issues, and financial discrepancies. Given the potential impact on golf course maintenance and operation, these topics took precedence in the discourse.

Gardner Golf Commission Debates Non-Resident Membership Policy

Overview: At a recent Gardner Golf Commission meeting, the Commission engaged in a comprehensive debate regarding an ordinance that involved potentially opening commission membership to non-residents. The discussion centered on whether to maintain the current policy that limits commission membership strictly to Gardner residents or to allow non-residents who contribute to the golf course to have voting rights on the commission. This was a particular point of contention, as some members felt it would be more equitable to allow individuals who are financially invested in the golf course, regardless of residency, to have a say in its operations.

Gardner Golf Commission Explores Veteran Discount Program and Updates on Golf Course

Overview: The Gardner Golf Commission discussed a new initiative to support veterans and provided updates on the golf course’s operations, including technological upgrades and preparations for the new season. A significant topic was the proposal to join a program that offers discounts to veterans at various businesses. The Commission considered participating in this initiative as it aligns with the existing veterans’ discount offered at the golf course. The program would feature the golf course in pamphlets and on social media, at no extra cost to the Commission, and would provide a decal for display.