pages: CityCouncil/2008-07-01.pdf, 19
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CityCouncil | 2008-07-01 | 19 | issue a RFP for an interim operator for maintenance as well as operations until a RFP is issued for a long-term operator, and that the community would be engaged regarding other options stated she was never in favor of an open ended RFP because a lot of professionals would think responding would be a waste of time if the community did not know what they wanted; bracketing the parameters would be helpful. Councilmember deHaan stated the banquet facility should be a long- term option. Councilmember Gilmore stated an operator would want to stabilize infrastructure before considering amenities. Mayor Johnson stated golfers think that it is more important to address Golf Course issues first before spending money on a banquet facility. Ms. Sullwold stated tournament business cannot be encouraged without a banquet facility; tournament business is the highest revenue stream at golf courses higher rates are charged; a banquet facility is more urgent than it seems; the Golf Commission has not been given any information on interim management options. Mayor Johnson stated there are a number of ways to address a banquet facility. Ms. Sullwold stated the operational review has a list of expenses on what to do the first year, which includes building a banquet facility, improving the driving range, and improving the south and north courses. Councilmember Matarrese stated on-site management is key an individual would be contracted to manage the Golf Course on an interim basis; he would like the RFP to include both a hybrid with the City contracting the management operation and a fully contracted operation. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether an individual would be hired to run the Golf Course full time in the interim, and the City would still be responsible for maintenance and operating costs. louncilmember Matarrese responded the maintenance and operating costs are already in place; a person would be brought in on a commission basis salary would depend on how many rounds are generated. Mayor Johnson stated community feedback has indicated that the City should not be subsidizing the Golf Course. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 19 July 1, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-07-01.pdf |