City Council Study Session Summary 2011 08 23

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City Council Study Session Summary August 23, 2011 Page 3of 5 MayorSiskencouraged the GCAB to stay on track. Director Stevens credited Western Golf Properties on their exceptional staff. The recent fundraiser for CPRA went very well at the golf course andDirector Stevenswas complimentary to Western Golf staff. Bobby Heath mentionedthe LoyaltyProgram offered at Coal Creek and how well it’s doing with 1,400 to approximately 1,500 Loyalty members. Commentson the proposed improvements to the clubhouse were: The proposed improvements at the clubhouse would also bring the structure to ADA-compliant. Leave the pavilion –the design group explained that adding decking and overhang would replace the pavilion. Preserve the majestic view to the west for diners –currently the dining areais on the opposite side and would not have a view of the Flatirons. What happened to designing alarger facility to accommodate social functions. –City Manager Fleming said that’s the purpose of the RFP to get proposals on hotel and banquet facilities. Lodestone Design Group -Money spent on improvements to clubhouse would not be wasted if a hotel/banquet hall gets built. Western Golf Properties –Wants to ensure the improvements make sense financially for Western Golf. Take another look at a banquet hall. Need locker rooms for day-to-day use. Improve restrooms so that golfers have room to changeif coming directly from work. Let’s not get distracted by hotel/banquet facility proposals; favor the clubhouse improvements and support the RFP. Malcolm Fleming –RFP is a test to see if we get responses. May go forward with banquet facility, but can still exam the budget issues. Hank Dalton –expressed his appreciation for the time the members spend on improving the golf course and said “it’s going to pay off.” GCAB Chairperson Ken Gambon thanked all members who attended tonight’s meeting. The Mayor announced that Ron Sackett will be the Council liaison to the Golf Course Advisory Board. Information on the proposed RFP for a hotel/banquet facility was available in the meeting packet.