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Future of municipal golf in many cities uncertain I Golf Advisor Page 9 of 27 <br />Special events generate revenue that tee times can't. The Haggin Oaks Golf Expo, touted as "America's <br />Largest Demo Days" for the past 43 years, attracts thousands of golfers every April. The sold -out 'Golf & <br />Guitars' country music festival - paired with a golf outing that raises money for charity - was a big hit <br />May21. <br />More: Matt Ginella on the muni transformation at Goat Hill Park <br />(https://www.golfchannel.com/video/goat-hill-parks-reopening-success/) <br />Generally, the path to success for most munis is similar: Charge an affordable price and provide enough <br />services so golfers feel like they're getting their money's worth. Whether the green fees are $40 or $60, <br />golfers have the same expectations. Keep the course in decent condition, especially the greens, and <br />make sure rounds don't turn into five -hour slogs. <br />The rebirth of the nine -hole Winter Park Golf Course (https://www.golfadvisor.com/courses/2673- <br />winter-park-golf-course/) near Orlando is a prime example. Golfers can overlook its lack of length <br />(2,500 yards) because the $1.2-million redesign by Keith Rhebb and Riley Johns <br />(https://www.golfadvisor.com/articles/winter-park-country-club-renovation-orlando-florida-16167.htm) <br />has made the layout fun, fast and still affordable, all buzz words in today's industry. <br />If they're run right, munis can provide value - both for the golfers playing them and for the communities <br />they serve. <br />"What I've learned is all golf is local," Singer said. "Every municipal course has its own unique story. It <br />has its own unique clientele. The ones that work best reflect the community that owns it." <br />Is your local muni in trouble and worth saving or not? Is it run right? Let us <br />know in the comments below. <br />Jun 01, 2018 <br />Join the conversation <br />Post a comment Q <br />❑ Notify me when someone replies to my comment <br />Name <br />Email <br />Submit <br />https://www.golfadvisor.com/articles/municipal-golf-crossroads-17751.htm 6/29/2018 <br />