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GolfCommission | 2018-01-09 | 3 | B. Discussion of South Course Rates for Alameda Residents Mr. Campbell stated that the rates have not been finalized, as he plans to get back to the Commission in March for their recommendation and then on to the City Council for approval. There will be multiple rate structures which will include Residents. County rates, northern California rates and non-resident rates, as they feel that the golf course will appeal to a large demographic. The weekday rates that are being considered for walking are $35-$43 for peak times, and twilight rates will be offered. The rates with a cart would run from $50-$58 which is about $6-$10 above current rates. The current proposed weekend rates would run $45-$53 for walking and $60-$68 with a cart. The county rate is being considered as several golfers consider Corica their home course, but are not Alameda residents, and don't want to lose them as loyal customers. Also being considered is offering an Alameda County Loyalty card which would run from $199-$250 per year that would provide residents of Alameda County comparable to the resident rate structure. Chair Downing asked about the purchase of the loyalty card if that would guarantee the comparable resident rate, and Mr. Campbell stated that they are still working through, he feels that the easiest way is to purchase the annual card. He stated that the northern California rate would possibly be about $15 more than the resident rate. There will also be a non-resident rate that will top out at about $100-$125 including a cart. Chair Downing asked for clarity on the Golf Commission's role in the setting of rates, as the lease agreement states that Greenway can set the rates they want, with a discount to residents, and are comparable to rates in the area. Ms. Wooldridge stated that the Commission is an advisory body for the City as their input in valuable in advising the City on what they feel is a fair rate for the resident. Mr. Campbell stated, that they are seeking the Commission's endorsement, but contractually it only requires the City Manager's approval. Chair Downing asked about the approval of the rates other than the resident and was informed that Greenway can set them without approval from the City. Mr. Campbell was asked about the youth rate structure and also access to the south and he stated that they will have access to the south, and as long as the north is still open, they will alternate events between the two courses, and the rate structure for the south has not been determined. Commissioner Van Winkle asked about monthly and annual passes for the south course, and Mr. Campbell stated they will not be offered in 2018. Chair Downing asked about the Founders Club regarding how many memberships have been sold and Mr. Campbell stated that 19 of 20 have been sold, and was asked if the limit might be increased, and stated that they are considering increasing it to 25. Commissioner Taylor asked if they were going to offer a senior rate for the south course and Mr. Campbell stated that they are working on it based on residency. He is drafting the concepts and is working with the operations team as well as comparing to other courses in the area. There will be a senior rate, but there may not be a differential between resident and non-resident. The cart policy will not change, and there will be no mandatory cart at any time. 3 Golf Commission Minutes - -Tuesday, January 9, 2018 | GolfCommission/2018-01-09.pdf |