LEADERSHIP
Based on the analysis and recommendations in the report, as well as much discussion at the meeting, the Board unanimously decided to pursue the option of locating a dedicated pickleball facility at the current Sales Office location. The biggest challenge to turn this option into reality is a change to the current Tract Declaration which will require a community vote for approval. We will have further details and a complete description of the process in the coming weeks. In addition to the newdedicated pickleball facility, the Board discussed several other projects that are current priorities: • Improvements to the existing tennis facility, primarily the pro shop. • Renovating the restrooms on the golf courses and throughout the community including an improved ramada and other enhancements to the covered bridge park. • Adding a new restroom near Meadow #13 tee • Rescheduling the previously postponed Canyon pool renovation including hot tub and zero depth entry • Reconstruction of the Canyon Maintenance building’s roof which has been a critical need for many years. • Re-evaluating the need for any further enhancements to Bailey’s Curve on Griffiths Spring Road • An update or enhancement to the Meadow Range which may include a hitting bay or an experience center • Most importantly, addressing the water and wastewater infrastructure recommendations presented by DBS&A Engineering at last month’s board meeting. The total cost of all of these projects is estimated to be over $12.5 million. The water & wastewater improvements alone comprise $6 million. Obviously, further analysis on timing, priority, and financing of each project is critical.
The Finance Committee and the Board will work closely in 2022 on the evaluation of these projects in determining their necessity, immediacy and appropriate phasing over the next several years. Funding methods will ensure that the Capital and Reserve accounts are maintained at healthy levels. As always, the focus is preserving and enhancing our facilities while maintaining home values for the continued longevity and viability of our community. Your Board and Leadership Team will keep members informed on the status of these projects as decisions are made over the course of the next year. The November 22 meeting was Teri Schwab’s last meeting as a member of the Board of Directors. We express our sincere thanks to Teri for her 3 years on the board and the many contributions she made during her tenure while serving on the Finance Committee as Treasurer, the Recreation & Racquet Committee and the Golf Committee. Her dedication and care for our community were evident and we appreciate her commitment to the betterment of our Club! The golf courses may be closed for the winter, but there is still plenty to enjoy at the Club. The Meadow and Family Recreation Center remain open on the weekends and the Flagstaff area is packed with activities throughout the Winter. We are eagerly awaiting the first real snowfall, but regardless of snow or not, be sure to make plans now for our winter holiday activities including the Dickens Dinner and New Year’s Eve festivities. On behalf of the entire Board of Directors and Leadership Team, we wish you and your families a very Happy Holiday season and hope we all share in much success, health, and happiness in 2022.
Todd Weber Board President Forest Highlands Golf Club fhgcboard@fhgc.com
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