Columbus, Georgia

THE GREATER COLUMBUS GOLF AUTHORITY



MINUTES OF MEETING



October 26, 2004





The Greater Columbus Golf Authority held the scheduled monthly meeting at Oxbow

Creek Golf Course. Members present were Chairman Donald Clack, Floyd

Washington, Michael Silverstein, Richard Hagler, Nancy Wilkeson, and June

Holder. Earl Bagley, Rhudine Nelson and Rev Willie Hill had an excused

absence. Staff member present was John Milam.



Minutes of the September 28, 2004, meeting were approved as presented. Motion

made by June Holder and seconded by Michael Silverstein





Report of Superintendent by John Milam



The practice green and all tee boxes have been over seeded. Drain tile and

catch basins at 11 East tee and between the driving range and 9 East green have

been installed. Continuing to edge the bunkers and cart paths. Repairing the

low area in some fairways.

Planned work for the coming month includes removal of dead trees, silt removal

of the lake by 18 West green and 3 East green, drainage work and edging.



The red, white and blue flags for the greens have been ordered. Michael

Silverstein suggested a line be painted near 3 West green indicating where

carts are to be parked giving Bull Creek further protection from liability.





Report of John Milam, Director of Golf



Godwin Creek



Godwin Creek made $104 last month. For the past nine months, Godwin Creek has

lost $11,726. The First Tee Program has plenty of students and coaches. The

better players that move up to the next level are practicing at Oxbow Creek.



Oxbow Creek



Oxbow Creek has increased their rates $1.00. Revenue was slightly down for the

month of September compared to the same time period last year due to three

tropical storms that passed through the area. The tees have been over seeded.

Richard Hagler stated that the course is in excellent condition.





Bull Creek



Bull Creek?s revenue was higher in the month of September; however, lower than

anticipated ($10,000 to $15,000) due to the storms. Year to date net is about

$70,600 and this will help us through the lean winter months. Bull Creek makes

approximately $3,000 on Wednesday dollar days. June Holder suggested that we

need new furniture for the outer lobby. John has contacted several local

furniture stores for donations or promotional advertising. It was also

suggested that once the new carpet is laid, that the old furniture be removed.



A motion was made at 4:30 p.m. to adjourn by Richard Hagler and seconded by

June Holder.



Respectfully submitted,





Nancy Wilkeson, Secretary