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City Council Meeting Minutes February 2, 2010 Page 4 of 8 however, he felt there were not opportunities provided for golfers to participate. He stated local golfers feel the Coal Creek Golf Course is the poorest operated and maintained golf course in the area. He stated Louisville is known for the quality of life and the golf course should reflect a high standard. He noted the contract renewal is March 1, and Staff recommends moving forward with the contract. He disagreed with the City awarding a contract without getting competitive bids. Mayor Sisk also expressed his concern with conducting an open house on February 12 and deciding on a contract renewal on March 1. He asked why the meeting was not conducted in December. He stated the residents do care about the golf course and suggested Council consider the comments from the letters received relative to the issue. He noted Staff will make a recommendation on the contract however Council ultimately makes the decision on a contract renewal. City Manager Fleming comm13nted the Staff did not meet Councils' expectations in this matter. He outlined thH process Staff used to evaluate Western Golf Properties, which included convening a golf course focus group to look at draft proposals and getting their feledback. He received a letter from Mr. Gambon, who made excellent points, which need to be addressed. He noted the existing contract with Western Golf Properties expires March 1. The contract can be discussed at the February 16 meeting with information from the open house public comments and additional background information. He noted golf courses across the nation are experiencing challenging environments. Councilor Yarnell voiced her concern over the Council Communique summary, which indicated the contract would be renewed. She preferred to look at the licensing agreement prior to considering the ordinance. She requested more information. Mayor Sisk suggested Staff discuss the Coal Creek Course with the past golfers. Councilor Sackett presented his examples of poor management at the golf course including, moving the ~lolf holes during a tournament and the lack of drinking water along the course. REGULAR BUSINESS ORDINANCE No. 1565, SERIES 2010, AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A LOAN FROM THE WATE:R AND WASTEWATER UTILITY FUND TO THE GOLF COURSE FUND FOR IFISCAL YEAR 2009 - 1 ST READING - Set Public Hearing 02/16/10 Mayor Sisk requested a City Attorney introduction.