Cliffside Newsletter
February 06

Presidents Report

        I hope everyone is looking forward to another outstanding Golf season. We have been very fortunate this winter and have actually had some good golf days to enjoy. I hope you have had a chance to see some of the changes going on out on the course that will enhance the true nature of Cliffside.
        I want to thank the outgoing Board Members Ron Toler, Drew Dunkle, and Brett Epling. These gentlemen spent a lot of their time over the last several years to improve Cliffside and make it a great place to play golf. Thanks for all you did. Our new board members are Rick Van Gundy, Mike Burke, and Ron Wright. They are taking a very active role in the operations of the course. I also want to thank Joe Liberatore for all of his efforts to improve the course and serve on the board. Joe had to resign due to work obligations but will continue to serve on the grounds committee and assist us as needed. Debby Barcus has agreed to finish Joe’s term and I would like to welcome Debby to the board. I would also like to thank Willis Funeral Home for sponsoring this month’s newsletter.

        The organization for this year’s board of directors is as follows:

Officers: President - Randy Finney Vice President - Jack Rife Treasurer - Mike Haynes Secretary - Fred Bryant

Committee Chairs: Advertising/Web Site Debby Barcus Youth Golf League Mike Haynes Finance Fred Bryant Grounds Ernie Saxon House Ron Wright Social Rick Van Gundy Sports & Pastimes Mike Burke Bylaws & Newsletter Jack Rife

        This group of people, along with Bobby Kincaid and his staff, will lead us through another successful year. If at anytime you have any questions about what we are doing, please feel free to ask any board members or attend the meetings on the second and fourth Tuesday’s of the month. Please give the board and the committees your support and if there is anything you can do to help any of the committees, please do not hesitate to contact the committee chairs. With everyone’s help we can enjoy a great golf course.

                                                                                       President
                                                                                    Randy Finney

General Manager’s Report

        Thankfully winter has remained mild allowing many to enjoy some off season golf. Although sustained low temperatures are still a possibility during the next 5-7 weeks, the 2006 season is just around the corner. Work on the course has not slowed as we systematically move through parts of the course to improve drainage, repair construction scars, remove trees and brush, update irrigation, and complete scheduled maintenance on the equipment. Work on the driving range was delayed while we waited for utilities to be located and marked, but we should get back on schedule over the next 2-3 weeks. It is our intention to have a full service range in operation by the spring of 2007.   
        The tournament/outing schedule for ’06 will be included in an upcoming newsletter. However, please be aware that the schedule is subject to change during the season and updated versions can be found at http://www.cliffsidegolf.com. Anyone interested in scheduling a tournament/outing should contact the Proshop at 740-446-4653.
        Our handicap provider, the Ohio Golf Association, has changed software and will not longer be using the scoretrac system. The new software which was designed and issued by the United States Golf Association has been installed at our facility and will be in operation as soon as the active handicap season begins. Questions regarding operation of the new system should be directed to the proshop staff. Local numbers for those who used the service in the past have been imported and will remain unchanged.
        Poker night has been met with enthusiasm and gives our members the chance to enjoy the club during the winter months. The Games of Skill, which were placed in the clubhouse late in the season have been removed for the winter, but will return with the warm weather. Hopefully, that will be sooner than later and we will see everyone soon.

                                                                                     General Manager
                                                                                      Bobby Kincaid



                                                       By-Laws & Newsletter

        Welcome to 2006! Remember this year’s dues and memberships are to be paid by March 1st, 2006 to avoid paying green fees. Single cart fees for members have been raised to $12.00 for 18 holes and $7.50 for 9 holes to cover the cost of fuel increases.

2006 Rates Single $ 650 Family $ 950 Single Cart $ 800 Family Cart $ 1250 12 Month, Non-Member Play Pass $575 12 play card with cart $325

        Update on the driving range: As weather permits, the remaining trees and debris will be removed from the site and then the Range Committee will be mapping out the area for the actual pre-construction sketch. There is currently $5,000 in the budget from the sale of the timber. Anyone who is interested in being on the Driving Range Committee or donating to the range, please contact Jack Rife at 441- 1461, Ron Wright, or John Patrick.

                                                                                 By-Laws & Newsletter
                                                                                          Jack Rife



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