2019-03 Board Meeting Minutes

PHGA MINUTES THURS MARCH 14-APPROVED ON APRIL 11, 2019

Call to order:  7:03 PM

 

PRESENT:  Mike Bower, Bob Bem, Bob Doherty, Tim Geier, Eric Schorsch, Dan Hotchkins, Jim Jessogne, Bill Knudsen, Larry Niemczyk, Joe Petricca, Bob Mathieson, Harry Spila, Bill Crowley.

 

ABSENT:  Greg Brunks, Karl Costello, Jim Romanek, Dan Stockwell, John Helpap, Joe Saccomanno, Jim Toth.

 

1.      Minutes of 2-7-19.  Minor change to MIP program, motion to approve 1st Bob Doherty and 2nd

Jim Jessogne.  Approved

      

2.     Golf Course Update-Pro Dan Hotchkins

a.     Earliest to open will be 3-25 due to wet/frozen grounds.

b.     Lost some trees but not a major issue.

c.      In budget $100,000 to start first phase to control flooding.  Possible to start in 2020 in culvert area and should not be an issue for the golfers.

d.     Special Olympics date 6-6-19. Dan requested 10 volunteers from the PHGA.  Larry Niemczyk and Bill Crowley to organize volunteers.

 

3.      Treasurers Report-Joe Sacco absent.  Computer expense of $2275.  Motion to table until April meeting, Bob Bem 1st and 2nd Jim Jessogne-approved.

 

4.      Park District Report- Joe Petricca-Budget passed with 1st phase approval for $100,000 to start repairs on  flooding issue at golf course. 

 

5.     Committee Assignments Update.   Eric Schorsch accepted chairman of Adopt A Hole. 

 

6.     Webmaster Update- Greg Brunks absent- Bob Bem reported Greg has been changing and updating website and is on target.  Suggestion from the floor to add a website link to

the Palatine Hills Golf Course, Bob mentioned he would bring issue to Greg’s attention to add.

     

7.      Scorekeeper-Bob Bem

a.     New system Version 1.0 on stream and complete.

b.     Takahashi Classic.  Bob sent spread sheets to Mark the programmer to look at possible costs to continue with program.  Bob reported that the future update costs will have a window of $2,800 to 3,600 expense.  Bob motioned to approve future costs with a $3,600 maximum, discussion, motion 1st by Bob Doherty and 2nd by Bill Crowley, motion carried/ approve

 

8.     Travel Events- Bob Bem. Travel events to be held on 5/16, 6/20, 7/25 and 8/15.   Bob to send information  to members as to course, format, costs, etc.  Approved by committee members, B. Bem, D. Stockwell and Fred Hall.  If B.Bem does not attend the event, he can do the scoring and post it on the website if a player in attendance sends a photo copy of the scorecards.  Players will receive their payouts before leaving the course.

 

9.      MIP program. Funded for 2019.  In addition same mystery donor will provide a Makray  foursome for the spring kick off raffle on April 12. 

 

10.    New Member Committee-Karl Costello absent but sent detailed update for meeting.  To date we have 7 new members.  Karl to send an email St Patrick’s day weekend to the members reminding them to recruit. Karl also sent an update on the Scramble in which 13 teams have already  signed up to play. .  Karl mentioned the Scramble is a great way to bring in a new member as a partner. Another email will be sent to the members reminding them to attend.

 

11.  Match Play: Bob Mathieson- to date we have 14 sign ups with a field of 32 max. 

 

12.  Gem Committee- Bob Mathieson.  Bob handed out update to Gem program.  With committee approval the black tees have been added for those golfers with a handicap of 8 or below. Black tee players must maintain 8 handicap or revert back to the blue tees after their first five qualifying rounds.  Changes have to be requested thru Gem committee with one change per year.  Updated information to be placed by Bob Bem on website. 

 

13.  Member Guest-Bob Mathieson. Report tabled until April meeting.

 

14.  Rules Of Play- Eric Schorsch and Bob Doherty.  Adoption of USGA Rules of Play for the local rule.

As described in Palatine Hills Scorecard, preferred lies(winter rules) adverse course condition and alternative to stroke and distance. Unanimous approval by the board.  See website for 2019 rule changes.  Eric Schorsch volunteered to hold a 30-45 minute seminar on 2019 Rules Change prior to Kick Off reception on April 12.

 

15.   Pace Of Play- Eric Schorsch. Eric gave us many suggestion to improve pace of play.  Refer to USGA Rule 18.2a lost ball, rule 17.3 limiting ball to identity, rule 13.1 actions allowed on putting green and rule 13.2a leaving flagstick in hole.  In addition: ready golf, plan your shot ahead of time, mark your ball, help others find ball, green and putt when ready.  Cart golf: drop off partner and go to your ball, exit green promptly, score at next tee box.  Help search others for missing ball but after you hit your own ball to keep the game moving.

 

16.   Historian-John Helpap absent. No report.

 

17.  Members health:  Gary Schwietz-still going thru tests and treatment. 

 

       OLD BUSINESS

 

              By-law changes for board positions:  Bob Doherty

PHGA proposed law change under Article VI Section III.

After “The secretary shall email notice of the annual elections to all regular members along with the instructions as to procedure”.

“The nominating committee shall present their recommended slate to the full board for approval for the ensuing year.  The nomination committee slate will be noted on the ballot as the nominating committee proposed slate.  Should any other active PHGA member wish to nominated himself/herself as a candidate for any of the Executive Committee position he/she may do so within thirty days of election or July 31(whichever date comes first), he/she will be placed on the ballot with his/her picture plus the office in which they are seeking election”

Above motion was proposed by Bob Doherty and 2nd by Bob Bem.  Discussion and approved by Board.

 

NEW BUSINESS.

 

1.      Salute update:  Bill Crowley.  Salute website is open to accept golfers and sponsors: www.saluteinc.org    This year we are earmarking funds for a young parachutists who was mangled  in a jump.  The golf outing will be held at Rolling Green Country club, Rolling Meadow on Monday July 15, 2019.  We expect to have another full slate of 120 golfers with the support of the PHGA volunteers.  Fred Hall is this year Chairman and we ask for key sponsors for the luncheon, outing green and practice range. We ask for volunteers to work mainly from 9:30 to noon. Also requested will be items for the silent auction.   Larry Kozlicki has already committed to be our main donor for naming rights under Time Savers/Salute Charity Golf Outing.

I will be sending out email blasts after the kick off activities in April.

 

2.      Spring Kick Off Friday April 12/ Scramble April 13. Mike Bower

Kick Off Friday, April 12 at 6:15-6:30 seminar on 2019 rules change.  Followed by 7:00 PM

Food, drink, raffle, introduction to new program and scoring. No cost but ask for a $25.00 min donation for a raffle prize.  Also 49th PHGA Anniversary letter sent out to ask for donations from retailers, restaurants, etc.  At meeting can pay dues and Scramble costs.

2 man scramble held at Palatine Hills on Sat April 13 with start at 8 AM. $20 team entrance.

Inform Mike Bower/Karl Costello of team with PHGA member number.  

 

Next meeting Thursday, April 11 at Palatine Hills Clubhouse

 

Motion to adjourn at 9:00 PM, 1st Jim Jessogne, 2nd Bob Doherty and approved.

 

Secretary Bill Crowley

2019-02 Board Meeting Minutes

PHGA Board Meeting (2/7/19) = Minutes (FINAL)

Palatine Hills Clubhouse (7PM)

Recorder: Karl Costello subbing for Bill Crowley


Call to Order: 7PM

 

PRESENT: Bob Bem, Mike Bower, Greg Brunks, Karl Costello, Bob Doherty, Tim Geier, Dan Hotchkin, Jim Jessogne, Bill Knudsen, Larry Niemczyk, Joe Petricca, Jim Romanek, Dan Stockwell

 

ABSENT: Bill Crowley, John Helpap, Bob Mathieson, Joe Saccomanno, Harry Spila, Jim Toth


1. Minutes of Dec. 13, 2018 Mtg. (Karl Costello subbing for Bill Crowley)

  1. Minor changes made to MIP information

  2. Jim J.  motion; Dan S. 2nd; approved                         

 

2. Golf Course Update (Dan Hotchkin)

  1. Permanent Tee Times Start April 27 (one week later than normal)

  2. Palatine Hills Two Man Event (April 20)

  3. PHGA Two Man Spring Scramble (April 13)

  4. Dan is willing to provide USGA Rules updates for PHGA members to start 2019 season

  5. PHGA Member/Guest may be moved to an earlier date; Dan currently in discussions about this with Bob M.

  6. Dan and Patrick Kissane have discussed Palatine Hills hosting a competition involving other local Golf Associations during 2019 (a Friday PM would be the ideal date/time).

 

3. Treasurer’s Report (includes 2019 budget analysis) (Joe Saccomanno absent; Mike Bower presented an abbreviated report)

  1. 2019 dues increased to $60.00 - needs to be communicated to entire membership

  2. Bob B. motion to table report until March PHGA Board meeting; Karl C, 2nd.

 

4. Park District Report (Joe Petricca) - No Report

 

5. Committee Assignment Update (Mike Bower)

  1. New Member Committee is missing Jim Behrendt now; Jim resigned his position from the Board.  The NM Committee Chair will remain open for the short term, but Karl C. will fill-in as acting Chair.

  2. Bob Doherty will approach Eric Schorsch to determine if Eric is willing to replace Jim B. on the PHGA Board

  3. Adopt-A-Hole is also in need of a Chair

  4. Discussion took place about developing a PHGA 50th Anniversary Brochure

 

6. Webmaster Presentation (Greg Brunks)

  1. Registration online discussed briefly.  Board reached a consensus that the membership. at this time, is not fully prepared to make any transition to online registration.

  2. USGA Rules Updates discussed:

    1. focus on OB/Lost Ball change to USGA rules - Greg B. has uploaded info. pertaining specifically to this rule (and others) on the PHGA website

    2. early consensus to encourage members to putt with the flag IN and/or discuss before teeing off WHO will control handling the flagstick.

    3. Greg B. has prepared an email to begin the education of the 2019 USGA Rule changes for the entire membership

  3. Scoring results will be automatically uploaded to the website once all scorecards are turned in and scores entered into the computer by the designated scorer; then members will be able to access immediately on their cell phones/computers these results.

 

7. On-Line Event Registration (Greg Brunks) - see agenda item #6. a. above

 

8. Scorekeeper Update (Bob Bem)

  1. New system status

    1. Up and running (ie. set up for year end payouts and printing of envelopes)

    2. New system’s capability would enable Bob B. to “score out” Travel Events from his home

  2. 2019 Membership Roster will no longer be posted on the website.  Greg B. will email at the beginning of the year a 2019 PHGA membership roster (as an attachment) to all members enabling all to have contact info. of fellow members (Bill K. motion; Karl C. 2nd; approved)

  3. Possible future cost anticipated for latest upgrades to the new scoring system = $23.00/hour @90? Bob B. still negotiating this with developer Mark Nagle.

  4. Black Tees are now included as a viable tee designation for any PHGA member selecting to play from the Black tees.  The GEM Committee will determine these designations based on handicap criteria (ie. proposed handicap of 6 or less) and the existing application process.

  5. Minimum # of PHGA players required for an event to be official is 8.


9. Travel Events (Bob Bem) - see agenda item 8. a. ii. above


10. MIP Program (Bob Bem/Dan Stockwell) - funded for next 3 years

  

11. New Members (Karl Costello pro temp replacing Jim Behrendt)

  1. 1 (one) new member (Mike Nugent) - click on LINK PHGA 2016/2017/2018/2019 New Member Spread Sheet.xlsx

  2. After May 1 any PHGA member not paying their 2019 dues ($60.00) will have to pay a $70.00 renewal fee.

 

12. Match Play (Bob Mathieson) - no report

 

13. GEM Committee (Bob Mathieson) - no report

 

14. Member Guest (Bob Mathieson) - no report

 

15. Rules of Play for 2019 (Greg Brunks/Bob Doherty)

  1. Local OB rule - see agenda item 6. b. i. above

  2. Others - see agenda items 6. b. ii. and iii. above

 

16. Pace of Play (Greg Brunks)

  1. Ranger Discussion

    1. Effectiveness pertaining to “Pace of Play”; Dan H. indicated that effectiveness is a by-product of two factors: a rangers’ proactive communication ability and a golfer’s listening ability

    2. Dan H. also recommended the PHGA Board review the “Pace-of-Play” times Dan posts throughout the season.  The Board would then follow up with that particular group. Greg B. stated he would focus on this during season.

  2. Other - no issues

 

17. Historian (John Helpap) - No report

 

18. Member Health (All)

  1. Larry N. reported that 3 Bricks (Bernie Rogers, George Gahalla; John Vlcek) and holding have already been established for the 2019 season

  2. Gary S. attended the Palatine Park District VOTY Luncheon (Feb. 2) and looked great!!

  3. Bill K. present at VOTY (Feb. 2) and Feb. 7 PHGA Board member - vision issues improving!!

  4. Mike W. new knee

 

19. Old Business (All)

  1. Karl Costello departure update (Mike Bower) - ETD May/June 2019

  2. By – law changes for board positions (Bob Doherty) - tabled until March Meeting

 

 

20. New Business: (All)

  1. Jim Behrendt Replacement (Mike Bower) - see agenda item #5. b.

  2. Salute 2/6 meeting results (Mike Bower)

    1. Anticipating another sell-out in 2019

    2. Sponsorships have started well = Dinner, Beer Hole and Cart Sponsors closed!

    3. Single ($195.00); Foursome ($1,000.00 = includes lunch, dinner, greens fees, 2 carts and a hole sponsorship)

  3. Greg B. proposed the idea of soliciting sponsors for ad space on the PHGA website = another revenue source to offset costs for Scoring System.

  4. Jim J. proposed a PHGA Super Bowl Party Event to promote good fellowship to be hosted at the Palatine Hills Clubhouse; couples event. Jim J. and Bob D. volunteered to further research this new Event for possible launch in 2020.

  5. Karl C. mentioned that a CDGA Net Series Event will be held at Palatine Hills (July 2019)

 

21. Adjourn (8:49PM):  Adjournment = Bob D. motion; All 2nd = approved.

2018-12 Board Meeting Minutes

PHGA Board Meeting Minutes

Salute HQS-7 PM

Call to Order 6:50 PM

PRESENT:  Mike Bower, Bob Doherty, Karl Costello, Bill Crowley, Joe Saccomanno, Bob Bem, Greg Brunks, Tim Geier, Bob Mathieson, Joe Petricca, Jim Romanek, Harry Spila, Jim Toth, Dan Hotchkins,  Brad Helms, Steve Nagel, Fred Hall.

 ABSENT:  Dan Stockwell(connected via tele conference), Jim Behrendt, John Helpap, Jim Jessogne, Bill Knudsen, Larry Niemczyk

1. Minutes of Oct 11, 2018 Meeting(Bill Crowley)- Karl C motion, Bob B 2nd-approved

2. Golf Course Update(Brad Helms, Steve Nagel, Dan Hotchkins) extensive review of proposed updates from engineering companies since 2010 with possible improvements to clubhouse, flooding issues and practice facilities.   Up for approval in 2019, improvements earmarked for completion in 2020-channel and/or culvert improvements at a cost of approximately 2.5 million.

 3. Treasurers report:  Joe Saccomanno- Joe distributed balance sheet thru Oct 11, 2018.   Balance sheet reflects a net balance of $8227.  Decision to remove Pay Pal as the procedure is inconvenient and additional costs.   Motion to approve budget by Bob B, 2nd Karl C and approved.

 4.  2019 Dues Discussion:  Mike Bower-In light of new scoring program and to increase the cushion back to approximately $8,000  The motion was made by Bob Doherty to increase annual dues to $60 per year.   Discussion the increase would be a three year payback to pay the program cost.  Motion, 2nd by Bob B and approved.

 5.   Park District Report:  Joe Petricca-  no report.

 6.   Committee Reports:  Mike Bower- Bob Bem:  Scorekeeper 2019 committee to include H. Spila, T. Geier and S. Feldmiller.  Bob B reported that new scoring program to be completed for 2019 season.  

 7.   Webmaster Presentation:  Greg Brunks- New website to be running in Dec 2018.   Slide presentation to familiarize the Board with the updates.  New scoring program will not print results but can be viewed on smart phones or home computer.  Golfers will have a three year history of scores/results.  Greg B switched providers from Blue Host to Squarespace.

 8.  Travel Events:  Bob Bem-sent out email to members to see who would be interested in hosting any/all the events.   Bob mentioned three members showed an interest to host or help:  Carl Stevens, Fred Hall and Jim Fieck.  Bob will follow up and report more information at the Feb meeting.

 9.  MIP Program(Most Improve Player):  Bob Bem- 2019 will be the 2nd year of a four program.  On schedule for 2019 and within budget.  Most Improved Players for the 2018 season were: Doug James, Dave Henneman and Bill Knudsen.

 10.  New Member:-Jim Behrendt- no report as Jim is not able to attend tonight’s meeting

 11.  Match Play:  Bob Mathieson- no report- committee to review program after 1st of the year.

 12.  Gem Program:  Bob Mathieson- no report-committee to review program after 1st of year.

 13.   Rules of Play:  Greg Brunks/Bob Doherty- New website will have all the 2019 changes/rules on website.  Rules committee to review any deviations from rules of play for the PHGA.

14. Pace of Play: Greg Brunks-Discussion as to rangers to be more involved in pace of play.  Greg B to contact Dan Hotchkins to see if rangers can time on holes 6, 9 and 16.  Also post pin position on 1st hole or starter to inform players on 1st tee.

15.  Historian:  John Helpap- no report as John is not able to attend meeting.

16.  Members Health:  All.  Bill Knudsen to have additional eye operation on detached retina.  Larry Niemczyk tore ham string and will be recovering six to eight weeks.   Gary Schwietz still fighting and going thru a chill period. 

Old Business:

1.    Karl Costello Departure:   Karl moving to Arizona and move will be determined on sale of his Chicago condo.   Position of Vice President to be filled by Karl until his departure.  Further discussion in Feb 2019.

 

2.   VOTY(Volunteer of the year).  Doug James will be honored on Feb 2, 2019 at the Cotillion for his volunteer work with the PHGA.  Members that would like to attend please notify Mike Bower before the end of the year. 

 

3.   By Law Changes: Bob Doherty- discussion on changing wording in by laws as who and how an member is eligible to run for a major position on the Board.   Bob D proposed an amendment.  Tabled for further discussion at Feb meeting.

 

4.   Salute: Fred Hall- Fred H thanked the PHGA for the support given to Salute for our veterans the past two years.    Fred H, Chairman for the Salute Golf outing on July 15, 2019, Monday at Rolling Green asked for continued support as players, sponsors, diners and volunteers.

 

Respectfully submitted by Secretary Bill Crowley on Dec 15, 2018.

2018-10 Board Meeting Minutes

PHGA Board Meeting Minutes DRAFT Oct 11, 2018

Palatine Hills Clubhouse, 7 PM

 

Call to Order 7 PM By President Mike Bower.

 

PRESENT:  Mike Bower, Karl Costello, Bill Crowley, John Helpap, Dan Hotchkins, Bob Mathieson, Larry Niemczyk, Joe Petricca, Jim Romanek, Dan Stockwell, Jim Toth, Harry Spila, Bob Bem and  Jim Behrendt

 

ABSENT:  Joe Saccomanno, Jim Jessogne, Greg Brunks, Tim Geier, Bob Doherty

 

SALUTE:  Executive Director Mary Beth Beiersdorf thanked the Board for supporting the 2018 golf outing.   Over $25,000 was raised to help our veterans

As The PHGA volunteers were responsible for the majority of the money and hours donated.

 

MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER:  Unanimously approved.

 

NEW BOARD MEMBERS:  President Mike Bower welcomed Harry Spila and Jim Behrendt.

 

TREASURERS REPORT:   Motion to table until Dec 13 meeting as Joe Saccomanno is absent and questions concerning more comprehensive report to indicate income, expenses and bottom line balance.  Motion by Jim Toth, 2nd by

Bob Bem and unanimously approved.

 

PARK DISTRICT REPORT:   Joe Petricca no report.  

 

GOLF COURSE UPDATE:  Head Pro Dan Hotchkins- tough year with rainouts-course in good shape for Ryder Cup.  Discussion by Board with comments by  Harry Spila, and John Helpap  concerning how to improve the flooding of holes 15-16-17-18.  

Possible meeting with Brad Helms and/or construction company Gewald Hannick.

 

COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS:   Updated assignment sheet sent out to Board by President Mike Bower on Oct 19.   In addition the new webmaster is Greg Brunks

 

SCOREKEEPER:   Bob Bem new program.  A little behind schedule but should be up to time line after upcoming meeting with programmer Mark Nagle, Bob Bem and Tim Geier.

 

TRAVEL EVENTS:   Jim Jessogne absent.  Update tabled to Dec or Feb meeting.   Bob Bem to send out email to members to determine who would be interested in chairing the travel events.

 

NEW MEMBERS:   Karl Costello- plus 22 members in 2018.   2019 chairman will be Jim Behrendt.

 

MEMBER GUEST:  Bob Mathieson reported 42 players and event is well received by members.   Bob looking into having the food served at Palatine Hills next year to keep all activities in one location.

 

GEM COMMITTEE:   Bob Mathieson reported program is working well and no changes expected.

 

MATCH PLAY:   Rain backed most matches up this year however all matches were played and winners awarded.  Winners announced in Sept minutes and format the same for 2019.

 

RULES OF PLAY:  Greg Brunks absent but member John Helpap recommended three books from the PGA.  Change of Rules, Unabridged Rules of Golf and Decision Book.

 

PACE OF PLAY:   Greg Brunks absent-no report.

 

LABOR DAY: event cancelled due to rain.

 

HISTORIAN:  John Helpap- no report

 

MEMBER HEALTH-  Bill Knudsen emergency eye surgery.   Don Kriley, former member had a heart attack.

 

 

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

    TAKAHASHI:   Comments from members, BBQ Ribs and chicken good.  Steaks were fair.   Event and supplemental standing posted.

 

MOST IMPROVED- Bob Bem and Dan Stockwell reported program is funded for 2019. Same format.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

Karl Costello to move to Arizona in fall of 2019 but will fulfill VP duties in 2019.

 

VOTY- Bob Bem and Dan Stockwell reported luncheon is scheduled in Feb. 2019 to honor our VOTY, Doug James.

 

SALUTE:   Bill Crowley entered a motion to roll the $500 seed money to Salute for the 2019 Golf Outing on July 15, Monday.  Motion discussed and approved.

 

BY-LAW CHANGES FOR BOARD PRESIDENT:   Tabled until Dec or Feb meeting. 

 

2019 MEMBER DUES INCREASE:  Tabled until Dec or Feb meeting. 

 

Respectfully submitted by Bill Crowley Sec, Oct 17, 2018

 

2018-08 Board Meeting Minutes

PHGA Board Meeting Minutes (Aug 9, 2018)

Palatine Hills Clubhouse, 7:00PM

 

Call to Order:

 

PRESENT: Bob Bem, Mike Bower, Greg Brunks, Karl Costello, Bill Crowley, Bob Doherty, Mark Faruzzi, Tim Geier, John Helpap, Jim Jessogne, Bill Knudsen, Bob Mathieson, Larry Niemczyk, Joe Petricca, Jim Romanek, Dan Stockwell, Jim Toth

 

ABSENT: Bill Horton, Dan Hotchkin, Joe Saccomanno

 

1.   Minutes of July 12, 2018 Mtg. (Karl Costello): Motion - Jim J; 2nd -Jim T.; Minutes approved.

 

2.   Golf Course Update (Dan Hotchkin): No report