1/11/19
January
Board Report
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Treatments
to the affected turf areas have been successful over the past month. The
underlying issue has been identified as Bermudagrass Stunt Mites. I will attach
link to a December 2018 Golf Course Management article. In summary, there is
very little known about this pest and control measures are difficult. The mites
also allow Nematodes and disease to have more of an impact. Although still
frustrated, I am relieved that I now know what I am treating and can apply the
labeled products.
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The
maintenance building project is really showing some signs of progress. The new
offices have been framed, plumbing is installed, IT cables have been installed
as well as electrical cables. Lighting is being installed in the storage and
fuel building. Our fuel pumps are now operational and the ESD wash station will
be functioning by the end of the week.
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David
Forrey has been very busy this week along with a team of employees detailing
the bunkers. All bunkers have been edged and sand depth has been checked and
addressed where needed. Additional work will need to be completed during the
summer months to replenish sand.
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Tina
has been extremely busy spraying fairways and roughs with fertilizer and an
insecticide to help control the Bermudagrass Mites. She has also sprayed the
plants throughout the clubhouse grounds to control and prevent Whiteflies. Her
efforts are greatly appreciated.
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Both
David and Tina applied granular fertilizer to the golf course this week in
preparation for the Men’s Member Guest next week. The course should be in great
shape.
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Flavio
has been performing detail work around the clubhouse and front entrance with
trimming and the installation of new mulch to the garden beds. The pavers that
were ordered back in November “should” be delivered next week. I believe I have
been experiencing the same delays that many of our members have experienced
with their roof tiles and I apologize. I assure you that they will be installed
as soon as possible after arrival to complete this project.
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The
Practice Tee over-seed looks great and will help with divot recovery over the
next 3 months.
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There
has been a delay in sending out the Green Committee email blasts due to a
committee member having other obligations. Dick Hockman and I will be reviewing
the verbiage from last year and hope to get something out next week.
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New
plant material has been ordered for Sago Point and Wisteria Point common
grounds. The plants will be delivered and installed next week.
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Our
Mechanic, Roman Gomez, continues to impress with his hard work and attention to
detail to our equipment and cutting units. His work area has been impacted due
to the building project and he continues to provide a quality product. I truly
appreciate his efforts.
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Overall
the golf course is in good shape and has responded extremely well to the
insecticide and fertilizer applications. Additional treatments will be required
over the coming weeks to keep the Bermudagrass Mite in check. Our greens remain
in very good condition and the additional work to the bunkers really helps to
beautify the appearance of the course.
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