Litchfield Country Club
Present: Dan Saber, Pat Richardson, Bob Bicknell, Ed Blackhurst, David Reid, Ray Crabb, Christa Bodensteiner, Tom Van Hogan, Kristen Prunier &
Phil Nelson
Dan Saber reported there are no current projects planned through the Summer however there will be a small aerification the week before Easter. The driving range had an irrigation leak which is being repaired today. Bob Bicknell of the property owners asked if additional 25 mph postings on Country Club Drive have been addressed. Dan replied he was unaware of the issue but would consult with Max Morgan. In addition Dan stated he and Max determined the yellow paint for crossing areas was sufficient.
Pat Richardson reported ladies golf play was very light also due to weather conditions. Currently the Ladies Member Guest is being planned for May 11th.
David Reid reported Men’s Member Guest is being planned for May 15th & 16th with expectations of 35 teams. The March golf scramble had good attendance with 52 players. The annual Spring Mixer is scheduled for April 10th. Also stated was the men’s Interclub at this time has 22 men participating with six and possibly seven courses scheduled.
Kristen Prunier reported the annual Foster McKissick tournament begins Thursday with 150 participants. This year there are participants from six states and Canada. Also reported was the new awnings have been installed for the Gazebos and re-surfacing of the courts is scheduled to begin within three weeks.
Christa Bodensteiner stated the tee time for the ladies groups is now at 12:30 PM and the men’s is now at 12:45 PM for their shotgun start. The “Launch Your Game” program returns to the driving range this Thursday and will continue each Thursday throughout April. In addition to the regular April 15th program will be a special putting demo presentation.
Phil Nelson reported the month of February had two transfers and three Social resignations. Also reported was the Spring membership drive has begun with the first newspaper advertisement in the Coastal Observer on March 11th. There have been no new memberships at this time however Phil stated this is typical and that people tend to join closer to the end of March and throughout April mainly due to warmer weather.
Bob Bicknell reported the POA is active in the area beautification project on Hwy 17 and will continue to be involved. The POA is currently working with Santee Cooper and has plans to increase the number of street lights throughout the neighborhood. The annual POA yard sell is scheduled for April 10th in the parking lot of the Clubhouse. Bob also asked if LCC membership information could be available for those who may be interested in joining the Club.
Phil Nelson reported the major renovations in the upstairs dining room are scheduled to be complete within two weeks. Also noted was the daily buffet changes in the downstairs member dining room has received positive reviews. Also reported were new additions entrees to the lunch menu. Phil also announced the addition of a new server and bartender to the staff. Ray Crabb added the Myrtle Beach National Company is investing approximately $100,000 for both the Racquet Club and Clubhouse renovations.
Ed Blackhurst reported has had no current meeting.
Old Business/New Business
The next meeting will be
Tuesday April 20th at 9:00am