MENS GOLF ASSOCIATION 18 December 2011 QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES December 14, 2011 The 14 December dinner

/ Association meeting began before 5:00 PM with an enjoyable social hour. Dean and Randy prepared a tremendous steak dinner. This should be the last time they have to cook the meat outdoors in inclement weather since we should be in our new Clubhouse for the next Quarterly Meeting. Besides steak there were baked potatoes, corn-on-the-cob, baked beans, salad, and dessert. As always the fare was wonderful. Dean and Randys staff were all dressed in black. James dining room staff were dressed in black slacks and red blouses with Christmas ties. Everything was absolutely superb. More than 80 members and Management Representatives enjoyed the social hour, dinner, and meeting. ATTENDANCE: Board members present included: Dave Fletcher, President; Deal Hembree, Vice President; Steve Jones, Secretary; Paul Schaefer, Handicap Chair; Ed Saldana, Tournament Chair; Dave Schultze, Greens Committee Representative; and Ray Milewsky, Social Chair. Steve Esposito, General Manager; John Gunby, Head Golf Professional; Virgil Robinson, Head Greens Keeper; Ed Hale, Assistant Golf Professional; and Hannes Slabbert, Outside Services, represented The Club at Prescott Lakes. OPENING REMARKS: Dave Fletcher called the meeting to order at 6:58. After noting that the next General Membership meeting would be in our own clubhouse, Dave stated that Dave Hackathorn had an announcement and what an announcement. Dave, who won 40 passes for the Waste Management Tournament from a drawing for John Gunbys prize from the JGAA Tournament, said that he was donating the passes to Club members. Additional information will be coming out after the first of the year. (THANKS DAVE FOR A VERY GENEROUS GIFT) Dave Fletcher then introduced Chuck Zunker, incoming Handicap Chair. HANDICAP PRESENTATION: Chuck gave a very informative overview of the Handicap System as it applies to the USGA, AGA, and PL. He emphasized the handicap systems reason for being and the responsibilities of his committee and all PL members. Chuck also noted the members of his Handicap Committee include: Jerry Brust, Steve Miedema, Mike Benoit, and Dave Fletcher.

OLD BUSINESS: 1. Dave introduced Dave Otto who gave an update on the clubhouse. - Things are going well. Punch lists are being worked. - A walk through with the project manager and architect is scheduled for the week of 19 December. - Dave noted the inside was nicer looking than he had imagined. - The patio is under construction and will seat more than 100 people. - The Members Lounge and Pro Shop will be closed on the 19th. - The lower level of the clubhouse will receive an occupancy permit to store the golf carts as of December 19. 2. Dave then introduced Ray Milewsky for an update on the MGA website. - Ray indicated that the site is up and running. - Ray briefly provided an overview of the sites usefulness to members. - He also provided handouts to all attendees with instructions for registering on the site. - Ray emphasized the need to populate the sites Members Roster as well as the capability for registered members to share golf travel experiences, golfing stories, or golf jokes (suitable for the website) with all members. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Dave then summarized the proposed changes to the PLMGA By-Laws. Ned Dolan moved and Dave Schultze seconded the motion to approve stated changes. The vote passed unanimously. 2. Dave noted the Board had unanimously approved keeping the dues for a Regular MGA membership at $50 for the next calendar year. MANAGEMENT REPORT: 1. Steve Esposito thanked the membership and stated that the goal established at the beginning of 2011 had been achieved. We are currently at 395 members an increase of about 250 members since APGM took over. Steve credited the success to the members. He also explained the approach to the rental carts. It is hoped that with storing and charging the carts in the new clubhouse the batteries will last until spring. If so, a new fleet of EZ GOs will be acquired the first of April. If not, EZ Go has indicated they can have a new fleet to us within two weeks. 2. John Gunby thanked the membership for its support and acceptance of him. 3. Virgil Robinson also thanked the membership for its support and understanding. COMMITTEE REPORTS: 1. GREENS: Dave Schultze: 1. Expressed praise of Virgil and his crew for their accomplishments, to include the adjustments made to the increased number of members and the new fairway exit on # 14, which he noted was Dave Duttons idea. 2. There are a number of things that need to be done. These include: beginning to redo the bunkers and repair / replace the bridges on the course that

were damaged during the massive storm last year. These are both capital expenditures. Work will begin next year on replacing yardage markers that are broken 2. SOCIAL: Ray had nothing to report. 3. TOURNAMENT: Ed introduced Jim Molinari as the new Tournament Chair. Ed then noted the 2012 Tournament schedule was complete. 4. HANDICAP: Paul nothing to report. PRESENTATION OF MEMENTOS: Dave Fletcher asked Paul Schaefer and Ed Saldana to come forward. He then announced that the Board had approved special awards for the many years of service Paul and Ed had contributed to golf at Prescott Lakes. Paul served as Handicap Chair since the club opened and Ed served as both Social Chair and Tournament Chair for more years than anyone can remember. Dave then presented Paul and Ed with plaques for their valued service. PRESENTATION OF NEW BOARD MEMBERS: Dave introduced the two incoming Board members Chuck Zunker Handicap Chair and Jim Molinari Tournament Chair who will begin serving their two year tours next month. Dave also asked for volunteers to serve on the Clubs Greens Committee. TREASURERS REPORT: Since Roger was on travel, Dave reported that it is estimated the MGA will have an excess of between $2,500 and $3,000 in the savings account at the end of the year. The Board has been discussing possible uses of that money to enhance the new Clubhouse. A decision on how the money will be used will be determined at next months Board meeting. MEMBER-AT-LARGE: Michael indicated the Hole-In-One club will now be two clubs one for men and one for women. (Rationale: The women are scoring holes-in ones at almost a 2:1 rate. Thats costing the men too much.) VICE PRESIDENT: Deal reviewed plans to conduct a members survey. It will be designed to determine how the MGA can be improved and how we get a better turn-out for Wednesday Mens Day play and tournaments. Deal encouraged all members to participate and express their desires. SECRETARY: I had NTR. UPCOMING MEETINGS: The date for the next General Membership meeting is to be determined. The next Board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 10th at 2:00 PM in the Activities Room at the Athletic Center. All members are invited to attend ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:30. Respectfully Submitted, Steve Jones Secretary