California Community Golf Summit
Thank you to all who joined us for the California Community Golf Summit on July 8 at Lakewood Golf Course. Below are the slide presentations from the featured sessions:
GCSAA Best Management Practices
Facility Best Management Practice Guides –
Together We’re Better!
If you are an owner or general manager with a GCSAA Member (Superintendent, Assistant or Equipment Manager), we have made it easy for you to create a facility Best Management Practices Guide (BMPs).
Facility BMP Guides:
• Documents the knowledge, skills, and aptitude that are required for the superintendent in that position (other golf course maintenance staff as well)
• Provides documentation, support for operational and project budgets, maintenance practices, staff, etc.
• Addresses regulatory and risk management concerns of the facility
• Contributes to the overall bottom line of your facility
• Free of charge to GCSAA Member facilities
Participating with facility BMP adoption:
• Helps support the superintendent profession on local, state, regional and national levels
• Helps support the golf course management industry
• Assists with regulatory efforts at the local, state and national levels
Why create a facility BMP manual?
Because Together We’re Better!
You can find all the information you need to start your own facility BMP here!
QUESTIONS ABOUT BMP PLANNING?
Jeff Jensen, Field Staff, Southwest Region, GCSAA
(785) 840-7879 | jjensen@gcsaa.org
Become an Advocate for Golf!
CGCOA Golf is Good Ambassador Program
The California Golf Course Owners Association (CGCOA) is taking an active role in statewide government advocacy, and you can play a part. The CGCOA Golf is Good Ambassador Program organizes golf industry representatives, matching them with the legislators representing the district in which the ambassador’s golf course is located, and guiding ambassadors in the process of advancing the messages and priorities of California’s golf industry.
CGCOA is seeking a diverse mix of golf course owners, general managers, superintendents, golf pros, even amateur golfers and others passionate about protecting the game of golf and promoting public policies that enable golf to flourish in California.
Ambassador Training and Education
Golf is Good Ambassadors will receive the tools and training necessary to become effective advocates for golf. Resources include a recorded video presentation that can be viewed at the ambassador’s leisure covering the basics of advocacy, periodic live online trainings addressing current issues and messages, handouts detailing the Golf is Good messages and positions on key public policy issues.
Golf is Good Ambassadors who are GCSAA members will receive GCSAA service points:
GCSAA members serving in an ambassador capacity with the CGCOA will receive .25 points per year for the position and then can accumulate additional points (.25 per activity) for activities such as participating in a state golf day or being involved in an outreach effort.
Golf is Good Ambassadors who are PGA of America members will receive PGA service credits (details available soon).
Recognition
Ambassadors have the opportunity to win the CGCOA Golf is Good Ambassador Award, which honors individual ambassadors who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and engagement in advocacy through outreach and relationship development with a member of the California legislature.
Application
Take the next step to becoming an advocate for golf by completing the online Golf is Good Ambassador Application here, then returning it to CGCOA, 2235 Park Towne Cir., 2nd Floor, Sacramento, CA 95825 or info@golfcalifornia.org. Have questions? Call CGCOA at (916) 485-6361 or email info@golfcalifornia.org.
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About Our CGCOA Awards
Course of the Year Award
The Course of the Year Award honors a member of CGCOA demonstrating excellence in five areas:
- Exceptional quality of the course
- Exemplary water stewardship practices
- Exceptional quality of ownership and management
- Outstanding contribution to the community
- Significant contributions to the game
Community Environmental Award
The Community Environmental Award is presented to a CGCOA facility or management company that demonstrates excellence in Environmental Stewardship.
- Implements practices that reduce use of coveted resources such as water or electricity
- Efficient recycling program for course and clubhouse operations
- Encourages natural habitats (e.g., Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program)
- Raises public awareness that golf courses support environmental stewardship
For the Good of the Game Award
This award is presented to an individual who has worked tirelessly as an advocate for a program, initiative, or cause that helps shape the future of golf in a positive way.
- Volunteers time for golf-related causes in a professional manner
- Develops literature or programs that effectively communicate the mission
- Encourages others to support initiatives that benefit the game
- Open to CGCOA members and non-members
CGCOA Ted Horton Distinguished Service Award
This award recognizes individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the association and its members. Created in the name of Ted Horton, who provided years of stellar service to CGCOA, the award honors ongoing dedication and leadership.
- Overall service to the CGCOA
- Board of Directors or committee participation
- Event hosting or planning support
- Promotion of CGCOA programs and initiatives
- Sponsorship participation and encouraging others to support
CGCOA Employee Excellence Award
The Employee Excellence Award recognizes individuals who positively reflect on their golf course operations and the game of golf through exceptional customer service, leadership, and teamwork.
- Positive reviews by customers, supervisors, and coworkers
- Improved programs or processes that enhance customer experience
- Number of people positively impacted by their efforts
- Tenure and dedication to their property
Membership Benefits
Benefits of Becoming a Member of the California Golf Course Owners Association
The California Golf Course Owners Association (CGCOA) is dedicated to enhancing the business of our members. To achieve this, our members work together to better educate ourselves on new opportunities to run our golf courses better. Through personal contact with industry experts, whether they be fellow members or sponsors, the members of the CGCOA are exposed to the latest expertise, technology, resources and ideas to make themselves more successful. Furthermore, all members of the association pledge to themselves and the public that they will abide by core values which distinguish them from non-members. Working together, the members of the CGCOA are promoting themselves and the game of golf in a way that enhances their lives and enriches others.
To benefit all members, the CGCOA has initiated many programs including:
Semi-Annual Education and Golf Conferences – Twice a year, the CGCOA brings together panels of leading experts in California to discuss such diverse subjects as:
- Successful Marketing Strategies for Golf Properties
- Water Resource Management and Environmental Protection
- Growing the Game of Golf
- Employment and Human Resource Management for Golf Properties
- Limiting Liability and Decreasing Insurance Costs
- Dealing with Governmental Regulations and Compliance
- Smart Buying Programs
- Reducing Real Property and Income Taxes
The time spent together at these conferences addressing the pressing business issues of each member allows for a lively exchange of ideas and strategies which often leads to sharing contacts and information otherwise unattainable for members on their own. The CGCOA is dedicated to provide topical progams for which members have an immediate desire. Members are encouraged not only to share their ideas for future programs, but also to participate in the development of new educational programs.
CGCOA Group Insurance Programs – To lessen the financial burden of rising costs of insurance, CGCOA members have joined together to purchase insurance at lower group rates through programs created exclusively for CGCOA members by Golf Insurance Services, Inc. Our members are now saving thousands of dollars annually on:
- Group Health Insurance
- Workers Compensation Insurance
- Personal Injury, Business Liability and Employment Practices Insurance
Governmental Affairs, Economic Impact Studies and Environmental Issues – The CGCOA holds a seat on the Board of Directors of the California Alliance for Golf, which is a coalition formed by members of the California Golf Industry. CAG was formed to successfully advocate the importance of golf to the State of California. Because of CAG’s efforts, the sales tax on golf was defeated in Sacramento through the development of economic and environmental impact studies. Realizing a continuing need for the golf industry to have a voice, CAG retains a lobbyist in Sacramento who keeps us abreast of the latest legislation on issues affecting golf. The CGCOA is committed to funding the new economic and environmental impact studies in order to insure that our members will have the least amount of governmental intrusion possible.
California Affiliation with State Tourism Promotion efforts to assist the golf industry and tourism industries. CGCOA has established a unique partnership to promote golf in California. Members receive special placement and pricing in the California golf guides and on the golf web site sponsored by the state interests promoting tourism and golf. This is the second year that golf is being featured as a major attraction for visitors to the Golden State.
Other Benefits of Membership
- Joining the CGCOA also comes with a membership with the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) and all
of the resources they have to offer. This includes a “Listserv,” an e-mail community of NGCOA members, for gathering ideas and problem solving, marketing resources, and a Preferred Supplier and Smart Buy Program. - Members can submit job positions to our Job Postings board.
- Members have access to research surveys and reports which will provide information and resources needed to prosper in today’s challenging business climate
- Networking at the local level with other owners and operators promoting cooperation and the exchange of ideas among members
- Local and state golf promotions and marketing programs designed to increase the efficiency of golf courses and golf-related operations
- Participation available for national and local chapter conferences and trade shows
- Smart Buy Program with special purchasing benefits with vendors and suppliers
- Preferred Supplier Network: There are specific member benefits and discounts with vendor partners including Club Car, International Club Suppliers, EMPS, First Data, Pepsi and CNA Insurance. All programs are designed to help members better manage their business and to improve their bottom line
PUT MEMBER APPLICATION HERE.
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