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CityCouncil | 2012-05-15 | 15 | style, to which Mr. Kelly responded in the affirmative; stated early articles describe the South course as being links style; characterized links style; further stated the North course would never play similarly; there would be two distinctly different styles available. In response to Councilmember Johnson's inquiry regarding pesticides use reduction, Mr. Kelley responded that he has not been able to see the current pesticides used; Greenway Golf's pesticide reduction has been anywhere from 30% to 70%. Councilmember Johnson inquired whether Greenway Golf could commit to pesticide reduction during the negotiation phase. Mr. Kelly responded in the affirmative; stated Greenway Golf's turf management program involves less inputs: less water, less pesticide, and less fertilizer; less grass is grown to reduce input. Councilmember Johnson inquired whether pesticides reduction is because there is less grass. Mr. Kelley responded said reduction is because of less growth, not less grass; discussed grasses. Councilmember Johnson inquired whether it would be the same for the North course, to which Mr. Kelley responded in the affirmative; stated the North course would start almost immediately; a special machine from Australia introduces kokua grass into the surface with minimal disruption; explained the process. In response to Councilmember Johnson's inquiry regarding animal management, Mr. Kelley stated there is not really a friendly way to deal with animals. Councilmember Johnson stated that she would prefer not killing unwanted animals; using natural predators does not bother her; a better way than trapping and euthanizing should be sought and discussed during negotiations; inquired how the matter is handled now. The former Recreation and Parks Director responded dogs are used to deal with the goose problem; stated there is not an active trapping program. In response to Councilmember deHaan's inquiry regarding the Mif Albright course, Mr. Blake stated a new practice area will be built, the greens will be resurfaced, and the quality will be raised. Councilmember deHaan inquired how the area would work as a training academy. Ben Blake, KemperSports, responded the driving range will be significantly improved, which will help with teaching; there are a series of steps; beginner golfers are taught how to hit the ball; the first step is to go to the Mif and learn the nuances of the game Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 15 May 15, 2012 | CityCouncil/2012-05-15.pdf |