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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESIDENT
Mal McLaren Award
Craig Kachline
440.785.0870
VICE PRESIDENT
Sean McHugh, CGCS
440.232.7247
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
CHAPTER ADMINISTRATOR
Communication/Benevolent
Michelle L. Frazier-Feher, CGCS
216.469.9287
TRUSTEES
Golf & Tournament/ Website
Jason Bennett
330.725.9996
Program & Education
Social/Government RelationsScott Brickley
330.725.2829
Secretary
Membership
Strategic Planning
Mark Figurella
330.562.1691
Treasurer
Membership
Tobin (Toby) Lane
330.332.9095
Program & Education
Brent Palich
440.285.8304
Social
Eric Snodgrass
330.477.5111
ASSISTANT GCS RELATIONS
Dave Willmott
330-239-2383
INDUTRIAL RELATIONS
Scholarship & Research
Morgan Timberlake
330.353.0816
&
Ryan Miller
440.796.7990
Mission Statement
Promoting the profession of the golf course
erintendent through education, camaraderie and
operation among fellow members in Northern
Ohio since 1923 2
Schedule of Events 3
Superintendents Korner 4
GCSAA News
OTF News 6
H2B Visa Rule 7Committee Reports 8
On The Road With the USGA 1
By the Board 1
Tim Hughes, SCPS Receives Green Blazer Award 1
Reverse Raffle Information 1
Advertiser Directory 1
Michael Collins Golf Course Superintendent of Green Hills Golf Club attended his first ann
meeting as a new member of NOGCSA. Congratulations Michael and welcome.
At the annual meeting two new members were voted upon to join the NOGCSA Board. M
Connor of Fairlawn C.C. and Bryan Fitch of Bob-O-Link Golf Course. Both these gentlemen
bring a wealth of knowledge to the board. Mark with his background in the private sector
golf and Bryan with background as a owner/operator of a public facility.
A great debt of gratitude goes to Craig Kachline for leading the way for NOGCSA these pas
several years as President. Under his leadership the association has kept its head above thwater mark. While the golf industry has endured some difficult times these past years.
The association needs to give Chuck Hayes a well deserved thank you for all his guidance a
past President and his outstanding work with our web site.
So you can see I have some very large shoes to fill, not only to keep pace with the motion
which we are currently moving, but also to raise the bar to the next level and all the while
continue the strong tradition of the oldest established golf course superintendent
association, the Northern Ohio Chapter. Thank you to all our members for making us one
the strongest association and thank you to the board for your hours of dedication.
Happy Holidays.
Sean P. McHugh, CGCS
NOGCSA [email protected]
I would like to thank all the members of NOGCSA
for their vote of confidence to elect me as your
President.
Tom Bolon and the Lake Forest C.C. were so kind
to offer their facility and host the annual
meeting. Although the weather did not permitanyone to play golf it was good to connect and
chat with old friend.
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OTF Conference & ShowDecember 5 8, 2011Columbus Convention Center
January 18, 2012NOGCSA Round TableCloverleaf LanesTime: 9:00 AMCost: $27Points: 0.35 education points
SPORTS SHORT COURSE ANDGOLF SPRING TEE-OFFFebruary 9-10, 2012Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau4-H Center (OSU Campus)
February 29 - March 1, 2012Golf Industry ShowLas Vegas, Nevada
March 24, 2012REVERSE RAFFLERaintree Country ClubTime: 6:00 P.M.Cost: $65/person
May 2012Club Officials Meeting
August 11, 2012
Family PicnicClays Park
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With temperatures
beginning to rise, the
snow that has been on
the ground for most of
December is beginning
to melt. Although in
the snow belt region of
Northeast Ohio the
likelihood of snow
disappearing is remote. Given the weather snow mold
severity is a concern on creeping bentgrass and Poa annua
turf. The various snow molds are:
Typhula blight (Typhula incarnata) is a common snow mold
in Ohio and is first evident at snowmelt in late winter.Symptoms appear as circular areas of straw to grayish brown
turf. The turf may also appear matted with the appearance
of a grayish-white mycelium at time of snowmelt. The
mycelium often dries and becomes encrusted over the patch.
A diagnostic key to
Typhula blight is the
appearance of small hard
spherical fruiting
structures called
sclerotia. Often times
these sclerotia appear
reddish to reddish-brown
in color (photograph on
the left).
Pink snow mold and/or fusarium patch is probably the most
common snow mold found in Ohio. It is often associated with
Typhula blight. Pink snow mold is the term used when this
disease occurs with snow melts, while fusarium patch is used
for the disease in the absence of snow.
The Snow Molds
In both cases the
organism causing
the disease is
Microdochium
nivale. Circular
patches of pinkish-
orange to brown
infected turf are
common symptoms
(photograph on the
left).
The following snow molds, Coprinus snow mold and
snow scald, are not common in Ohio, but are a problemfarther north and west of Ohio. Coprinus snow mold
(Coprinus psychromorbidus) is often associated with the
northern high elevation locations where extended
periods of deep snow cover occur. The pathogen,
Coprinus psychromorbidus, is considered a low-
temperature basidiomycete, thus the term low
temperature basidiomycete is often used to describe
this disease. Two strains exist of the pathogen one that
produces sclerotia and the other does not.
Under deep snow, snow scald (Myriosclerotinia
borealis) may also occur. Snow scald is more severe ifthe ground is frozen. With both Coprinus snow mold
and snow scald, promoting early spring melt will help
reduce disease severity.
Authors: Karl Danneberger
Reprinted from the:
OSU Buckeye Turf Program Website
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membership as the association's webcasts are now free ofcharge.
Members will have free access with no limitations on
quantity to both live and on demand events.
Nonmembers will continue to be charged $60 for access
to live and on demand webcasts.
"Education is at the core of what GCSAA provides to its
members and the golf course management industry,"
GCSAA CEO Rhett Evans said. "Being able to provide free
webcasts to members is a win-win for them and theirfacilities. There is no doubt the challenging economic
times of the past few years has limited some of our
members in participating in continuing education
activities. This will help to relieve some of that pain.
Webcasts offer great flexibility to participants in that thprovide short, deliberate bites of education; direct acce
to subject matter experts without the time and cost of
travel; and 24/7/365 access.
Contact Gregg Schaner
at 614-878-6746 or
to learn more.
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members
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No federal funding can enforce new H-2B visa wage
rule before Jan. 1, 2012
President Obama signed into law Nov. 18 a "minibus"
appropriations package (H.R. 2112), which includes
language that prohibits any FY2012 federal funding to
be used to implement, administer or enforce the new
H-2B visa wage rule prior to Jan.1, 2012. The rule waspreviously scheduled to go into effect Nov. 30. The
"minibus" package also includes a continuing resolution
extension that keeps the federal government funded
through Dec. 16 of this year.
The package also includes the FY2012 Agriculture
Appropriations Bill; the Commerce, Justice and Science
Appropriations Bill; and the Transportation, Housing
and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations Bill.
The U.S. Senate approved a conference committeereport by a 70-30 vote on Nov. 17, hours after it passed
the U.S. House of Representatives, 298-121. H.R. 2112
contains the following legislative language regarding
implementation of the new H-2B visa wage rule:
None of the funds made available by this or any other
Act for fiscal year 2012 may be used to implement,
administer, or enforce, prior to January 1, 2012, the rule
titled, "Wage Methodology for the Temporary Non-
agricultural Employment H-2B Program" published by
the Department of Labor in the Federal Register on
January 19, 2011 (76 Fed. Reg. 3452 et seq.).
A Joint Explanatory Statement from the minibus
conference committee report also states:
Section 546 prohibits any funds from being used to
implement, administer, or enforce the "Wage
Methodology for the Temporary Non-agricultural
Employment H-2B Program" prior to January 1, 2012, to
allow time for Congress to address this rulemaking. In
making prevailing wage determinations for the H-2B
nonimmigrant visa program for employment prior to
January 1, 2012, the conferees direct the Secretary of
Labor to continue to apply the rule titled, "Labor
Certification Process and Enforcement for Temporary
Employment in Occupations Other Than Agriculture orRegistered Nursing in the United States (H-2B Workers);
and Other Technical Changes" published by the
Department of Labor on December 19, 2008 (73 Fed.
Reg. 78020 et seq).
GCSAA will continue to work with the H-2B Workforce
Coalition to help pass a more permanent fix to the new
H-2B wage rule.
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Review of 2011
We did it! Though it
seemed the weather
was against us, we
floated through the
2011 season.
Morgan Timberlake
volunteered to stay
on the board for a
one year extension and will be stepping down for the
2012 season. Ryan Miller will continue his role for the
2012 season, as a new representative will be elected
for the upcoming season to fill Morgans role.
We were pleased with the attendance and also the
overall ticket sales at the reverse raffle last March.
We sold 160 tickets in 2011. This was a slight drop
from last years ticket sales. We hope to duplicate or
surpass that participation moving forward as we all
know the importance of our scholarship and research
fund. The team at Raintree Country Club does a
fantastic job of hosting this important fundraiser and
it will remain there in 2012.
The 4thconsecutive Industry Day, at Sable Creek GC,
was also a well attended event with 18 vendors and
65 attendees. The Frases, and their staff were
excellent hosts and the golf course was in fantastic
condition. It was a great event in all aspects golf, food
and weather.
Thank you all for your support at these events in
2011. It wasnt always easy to leave your facilities
during the trying summer that we endured. Also,
thank you for the opportunity to serve on your board
during this past year. I look forward to my role during
the upcoming season.
Respectfully,
Ryan Miller
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Program and Education 2011 Events
January Meeting:
Golf Budgets- Whats
the other guy Doing?
A panel ofSuperintendents
including: Jim Noel
(Lakewood C.C.),
David Willmott (Sharon Golf Club), William Roeder
(Manakiki Golf Course) and Kim Derr CGCS (Mohican
Hills Golf Club) discussed their operating budgets in
detail. The meeting was organized and moderated by
Bill Prest (Sweetbriar Golf Club).
April Meeting
The board elected to add a spring meeting back into
the schedule this year. Medina Country Club and JimCavey, Superintendent hosted the meeting. Larry
Alyward, Editorial Director of Superintendent
Magazine, was our guest speaker prior to golf.
May Meeting: Club Official
Unfortunately the weather did not cooperate and we
had to cancel the event this year. Barrington Golf Club
and Mark Figurella, Superintendent planned on
hosting the event.
July Meeting: Vendor Day
Sable Creek and the Frase family hosted the event.
Thanks to all the vendors that shared their equipmentand knowledge with us.
September Meeting: Clam Bake, Annual Research
and Scholarship
For the second consecutive year Ridge Top Golf Course
and Greg Bobbs, Superintendent hosted the event.
November Meeting: Annual Meeting / Elections
Lake Forest Country Club and Tom Bolon,
Superintendent are hosting the meeting.
November Meeting: How to Build a Better TeamOn November 28th, The Country Club will host speaker
Bryan Dodge, as he will give an inspiring talk on team
building.
Respectfully Submitted,
Brent Palich
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2011 Golf And Tournament Report
APRIL MEETING
April meeting was
hosted by Medina
Country Club and Jim
Cavey.
Rain cancelled the golf
for the day
Speaker was Larry
Aylward
MAY MEETING
May meeting was to be hosted by Barrington Country
Club and Mark Figurella.
Rain cancelled the entire meeting.
Schedule for the meeting was a show case of golf
course maintenance and many pieces of old
equipment were to be brought to show how far
equipment and technology has advanced over the
years.
JULY MEETING
July meeting was hosted by Sable Creek Golf Club and
the Frase Family.
53 people attended the meeting and enjoyed a greatday of golf at the 2011 NOGCSA Industry Day.
Many vendors brought equipment and literature for
attendees to keep up on the newest advancements
and products in our industry.
Golfers were flighted into 4 categories
Winners for each flight were:
A flight Bryan Fitch (72) Scorecard Playoff
B flight Rod Bragg (84)
C flight Jack Hopkins (105)D flight George Noll (83)
Several pinshots/contests were awarded throughout
the day to reward the best shots of the day!
SEPTEMBER MEETING
September meeting was hosted by Ridge Top Golf Club
and Gregg Bobbs.
The format for the outing was a scramble which was
followed by our annual clam bake.
Taking 1st place in the scramble was the group of Mark
Esposito, Maerrily Zales and Jack Polding with a score
of -12 , 59.
There was a skin purse of which only one skin was
awarded.
There were several pinshots/contests awarded
throughout the day to reward the many great shots
96 golfers enjoyed a break in the weather and a fun
day of golf.
OCTOBER MEETING
October meeting was hosted by Sandridge Golf Club
and Mike Yenny and Brent Palich.
The weather was perfect for golf and many
members/pros/GMs enjoyed the day which was
followed up with a clambake
OHIO CUP
The 2011 Ohio Cup was scheduled to be at The
Country Club at Muirfield on October 8th.
It was rescheduled due to a rainout of a prior event
the week before.
Members of the NOGCSA that were scheduled to play
were:
Jason Bennett Shale Creek GCNorton Brick Century Equipment
Bill Prest Sweetbriar GC
Terry Boehm Avon Oaks CC
Craig Kachline Acacia CC
Mike Yenny Mayfield Sandridge GC
Morgan Timberlake Advanced Turf
Solutions
Jim Noel Lakewood CC
2011 was a challenging year for all of us on the golf
course as well as trying to get golfing events in with all
of the rain we had this year. We had 5 golf outingsscheduled, with two of them being cancelled or
altered due to rain. Hopefully 2012 will bring better
weather allow more golf outings to take place. Thank
you to all of the host courses for 2011 and the
superintendents that worked hard to provide great
golfing conditions! Congratulations to all of the
winners at our events!
Respectfully Submitted,
Jason Bennett
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Social report
At the beginning
point in the year we
all have great ideas
and goals that we set
for the year at ourrespective courses
and businesses. Well
this year we needed
all the fellowship and
social gathering we could get. This is a recap of the
years social events.
We started the year in March with the Reverse raffle
at Raintree. Everyone had a great time, and we in
the process raised money for the association. The
silent auction had some really cool items this yearthat we should thank all those who donated to the
cause. This is always the best attended and well put
together event we have. Thanks goes out to Michelle
for all the work she does at this event. I had a great
time just checking in people that in the 10 years I
have been in the association I still dont know
everyone.
In June we enjoyed the outing at the Indians game.
We got cheap seats in the bleachers, and it was dollar
dog night. I couldnt attend this event, but I heard
everyone went away full and happy. The Indiansstarted out hot and that was good for attendance.
We had 50 tickets and I am sure we could sell more
next time. Everyone who didnt get to attend we are
definitely doing this again next year, so be ready to
go. At this point maybe we could get cheap Browns
tickets. Just a thought...
Our last Social only event was an event that made its
come back this year after a couple years of not being
on the schedule. We scheduled a family day picnic
at Clays Park in Canal Fulton. This was a little far for
some of you guys up north, but we still had about 50
people come. Some people came for the day and
some came and camped all weekend. Kids had a
great time some brought their bikes and some stayed
at the lake all day long. This was a time to let loose
and let your family and yourself have a great day.
We all enjoyed the food and adult beverages, thanks
to our cooks Ryan Miller and Dave Willmott. All the
kids in attendance got a gift of some sort courtesy of
the association. I know my kids have already asked if
we can go there again. This was very special to me
because my family gets to see that I am involved in a
great career with great friendships that are formed
over the years.
The year had it trials that is for sure. Dont lose sightthat we all need to relax and recharge to do a great
job at our place of business. We all want the best for
our courses, let the association help you make it the
best for you and your family.
Have a great rest of the year and see you at our next
event.
Respectfully Submitted,
Eric Snodgrass
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NOGCSA WEBSITE COMMITTEE REPORT 2011
Chuck Hayes, Jason Bennett. Website Committee.
The 4th generation NOGCSA website was launched
last month, (September 2011), with a new layout
improving our website functionality and keeping the
information up to date. We now have five ways to
communicate with the membership through regularemails, our web page, Face book, Twitter, and our
Newsletter. The past upgrade in 2009 was light-
years ahead of our older system and this upgrade is
no different. One of the many improvements with
this upgrade is on the members side. Once your
contact, payment, and preferences are saved, you
will not have to reenter your contact details again.
We have also added our email archive directly on
the site allow you to go back through any email you
may have missed or deleted. This is you website,
please send us pictures articles of interest or
anything that is related to the turf industry.
Highlights:
Improved communication. Facebook, Twitter,
and regular emails.
Credit Card use for all forms of Payments.
Greater Sponsorship exposure for the Industry
Partners.
Dues/Meeting/Scholarship/Advertising Forms.
Online version of our Turf Newsletter.
Biographical Resume Forms. Industry Website Links.
Job Postings.
Please visit us at: www.nogcsa.com
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GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC RELATIONS
By: Scott Brickley
There certainlywasnt a shortage
of political topicsduring 2011 thathave, or willImpact the GreenIndustry.
Of these, thefollowing were, or are, the most critical.
Imprelis
H-2B Visa Program
NPDES Permits
Imprelis
On June 17, 2011Dupont issued a letter to
professional applicators cautioning against
the use of Imprelis where Norway spruce or
white pine trees are present on, or in close
proximity to the property being treated.
June 27, 2011 Dupont acknowledged to the
EPA that there has been damage to trees
associated with Imprelis use. Dupont
developed an internet web page to provide
information and updates concerning Imprelisuse.
August 4, 2011 Dupont voluntarily suspended
sales of Imprelis and announced that it will
soon conduct a product return and refund
program.
August 11, 2011 The EPA issued an order to
Dupont directing the company to
immediately halt the sale, use or distribution
of Imprelis.
H-2B Visa Program
The past February, the Department Of Labor (DOL)issues new wage regulations for all H-2B
employers.
Under the DOLs own calculations, these new wagerules will increase the hourly rate of H-2Bworkers by an average of $4.38/hr.
Beginning January 1, 2012, golf facilities will likelyhave to pay far more for their H-2Bworkforce even though the market andeconomic realties many not warrant it.
On June 28, 2011 the DOL issued a proposedamendment to the H-2B wage rule to acceleratethe affective date to October 1, 2011 from January1, 2012.
IN ADDITION THE NEW WAGE REQUIREMENT, THE
DOL HAS ALSO PROPOSED NEW RULES THAT WILL
FUNDAMENTALLY CHANGE THE WAY THE H-2B
PROGRAM WORKS. THESE NEW RULES ARE AS
FOLLOWS:
Advertise their seasonal jobs to more people,in more places and for a longer period oftime
Hire American workers who apply forseasonal jobs up to three days prior to thearrival of their new H-2B workers
Pay transportation and housing cost forAmerican workers who are hired and do notlive close to the golf course
Expand to definition of a full timeemployee from 30 to 35 hours and requiregolf courses to provide a guaranteednumberof work hours pay regardless of the timeactually worked by an H-2B worker during a 4week period
The DOL announced September 22 that is woulddelay implementing the September 30th effectivedate of the new H-2B Visa wage rule by 60 days.
Two federal lawsuits have been recently filedagainst the DOL in an attempt to stopimplementation of the new H-2B Visa wage rule.Stay tuned for more to come on the H-2B
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2011 Historical Committee
Past Presidents meeting in January
Attendance has always been an issue
Cost and issue - worked hard to keep
costs around $45 in 2011
Frank Dobie accepted in to the NOGA Hall of Fame
The entire NOGCSA Board and the Historical
Committee urge everyone to complete their
biographical resumes and periodically update themto help us keep a good record of our strong
organization.
1st NOGCSA HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Presented
by Bill Prest were Colonel John Morley and John
Spodnick
NPDES PERMITS
On March 2, 2011, Bob Gibbs (R-OH), Jean Schmidt (R-
OH), and Joe Baca (D-CA) introduced the H.R.872- the
Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act of 2011; a bi-partisanbill to reduce the regulatory burdens posed by the case
of National Cotton Council vs. EPA (6th cir 2009). This
legislation would eliminate the requirement of a NPDES
permit.
NPDES permitting deadline was initially April 9, 2011.
The final week of March, an extension was granted
until October 31, 2011
On March 31, 2011, The House of Representatives
passed H.R.872
June 21 the Senate Agriculture committee passes
H.R.872.
Senators Cardin (MD-D) and Senator Boxer (CA-D)
places bill H.R.872 on hold June 29, 2011
Senate goes on summer recess from July 4th through
October, we expect no action on H.R.872 until after
recess.
Yes! Event if the stay is over, H.R.872 could be passes
and would make NPDES permitting null and void.
Future Topics
Great Lakes CompactPossible water use restrictions
Public Relations
August 27th, we had a handful of volunteers fromour association who took part in trimming and overseeding of the horse pastures at Camp Cheerful.Camp Cheerful is a facility that hose manytherapeutic activities for children with variousdegrees of disabilities.
We, as an association, are proud to be able todonate time and equipment to such a greatorganization such as Camp Cheerful. A specialthanks to Sean McHugh and the Metroparks forproviding the equipment necessary to perform thework.
We are very excited with our recent relationship with
Green Care For Troops! This partnership will provide
much needed assistance to families whose spouse or
family member is serving overseas.
We will be distributing information packets that will
notify people of our partnership with Green Care For
Troops and what services we will be able to perform
for the upcoming year.
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By Bob Vavrek, senior agronomist, North Central
Region
December 15, 2011
few more courses try to protect greens with covers
every time a region is affected by a severe bout of
winterkill. Unfortunately, conditions for winter injury
from ice suffocation and crown hydration have been
quite favorable these past several seasons, so the
number of courses trying covers for the first time has
increased dramatically.
The top frequently asked questions with respect to
green covers for the first time user is the issue of
timing. Superintendents that have little or no
experience with covers want to know the optimal time
to install and remove the protection. Experienced
superintendents know this is a crapshoot.
Why worry? First, installing a cover too early may delay
or reverse the turf hardening process. Temperatures
will increase quickly under a cover during a few
consecutive days of mild, sunny December weather, and
this may encourage the turf to break
dormancy. Similarly, mild weather during late winter
can encourage early green-up and turf growth beneath a
cover. This could make the turf susceptible to lowtemperature injury once the covers are removed.
The standard rule of thumb regarding covers is to install
the material as late as possible before the first
significant snowfall and then remove the covers early in
spring. Some courses try to acclimatize greens to
increasing spring temperatures by removing the covers
during the day and replacing the covers during the
evening if the night temperatures are predicted to
plummet. Obviously, this requires a lightweight cover
and an appropriate amount of labor at a time when
staffing will likely be limited.
Several courses in southern Wisconsin installed covers
during mid-to-late November in anticipation of cold
temperatures and snow. No snow cover and mild
weather has made several superintendents second
guess this decision; even more so when they see green
grass under the cover and little, if any, frost in the
soil. Their question is: Do I remove the cover and try to
allow the turf to harden off before the really cold
weather arrives? The answer would be simple if we
could predict the weather with any more probability
than a coin toss.
Yes, removing the cover and exposing the turf to severa
consecutive days of temperatures in the 40s and nights
in the high 20s to low 30s would benefit the grass with
respect to cold tolerance. Yes, removing the cover may
also expose the grass to cold temperature injury and
crown hydration (much more likely in mid-December
versus mid-November). Yes, you might remove covers
for a couple of days and then have no way to quickly
replace and anchor covers back into frozen turf just
ahead of the next snowstorm. Weather plays a big partin what you can or cannot, should or should not do
when the decision is made to use green covers. Is it any
wonder that covers tend to provide the most consistent
benefits when they are used in the northern reaches of
the region where once it gets cold, it stays cold and
where consistent snow cover is the rule, not the
exception.
No doubt, the recent mild weather presents a Decembe
dilemma for those who covered greens early. Hopefully
Santa can provide everyone healthy turf and plenty of
happy golfers next spring regardless of whether coversare used or not.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all
Source: Bob Vavrek, [email protected] or 262-797-
8743
Reprinted from the USGA website
the temperature
at ground level
beneath a
standard woven
cover can reachthe low 80s on a
sunny day when
air temperatures
barely climb into
the mid 40s. No doubt this can disrupt the natural
hardening process of turfgrass during fall and the de-
hardening process during late winter and early
spring.
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President Kachline called the Board of Trustees of
the Northern Ohio Chapter of the Golf Course
Superintendents Association of America meeting to
order at 9:19 A.M.
Roll Call: Bennett, Brickley, Feher, Figurella, Hayes,
Kachline, Lane, Miller, Palich, Snodgrass,
Timberlake, present. McHugh, Willmott Absent
Industrial Representative Timberlake moved to
except the minutes from the August 10th regular
meeting. Trustee Figurella seconded. Motion
passed.
Budget and Finance: Chapter Administrator Feherreported that there is currently $6,538.18 in the
checking account, $28,501.35 in the money market,
$23,370.96 in the Scholarship & Research account
and $463.25 in the PayPal account. The Profit &
Loss statement shows a net income of $18,254.75
through September 13, 2011.
Program and Education: Trustee Palich reported
that the Annual Meeting Date is set for November
9
th
at Lake Forest Country Club. He is still waitingfor an e-mail confirmation for pricing. Chapter
Administrator Feher reported that the date is set for
the joint education seminar with the CMAA. The
board discussed pricing and decided on $75/person.
This will not cover all of the costs, but will offer our
members an affordable educational opportunity.
Editorial: No report
Golf & Tournament: Trustee Bennett reported that
the Ohio Cup was cancelled due to weather. It is tobe rescheduled and we are supposed to receive an
e-mail at some point today. The Pro/Super at
Sandridge C.C. is next week.
Membership & Welcoming: No Report.
Social: Chapter Administrator Feher reported that
Clays Park is set for August 11, 2012. We had 46
attendees this year. There was discussion about the
Ohio room. The chapters will be voting on location
at the Ohio Cup. There was also discussion about
possibly setting up a Northern Ohio room at OTF.
Strategic Planning: No Report
Historical & Benevolent: No report
Public Relations: Trustee Brickley reported that
Camp Cheerful went well and that Jason Bennett
has the photos. We are now a partner with Green
Care with Troops and Michelle has received all the
information.
Industrial Relations: PNCB will not make it back on
the market this year.
Assistant Relations: Board recommended having
applications at the annual meeting for
superintendents to fill out.
Employment Relations: Ed Smith was asked to step
down at Canterbury Golf Club.
Mal McLaren Award: No Report.
Scholarship and Research: There was discussion
about supporting a bacterial wilt research study
through Ohio State University. Dr. Rimelspach sent
an outline on what the study would entail. The
Board discussed to supporting the study by
donating $2,000 with the other four Ohio chapters
there is also the possibility of the GCSAA awarding
matching funds. Industrial RepresentativeTimberlake motioned to donate the $2,000
contingent upon the GCSAA approving the study
and matching the donated funds. Trustee & Past-
President Hayes seconded. Motion passed
Reverse Raffle date is set for March 24, 2012
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Government Relations: NPDES we are still
awaiting the hold to be lifted.
Website: No report.
Old Business:
New Business:
Chapter Administrator Feher presented the
following members for reinstatement:
Goris Passchier Growth Products, ltd. AFF
Joe Dwyer Briarwood Golf Club SM
Mike Rainieri Paradise Lake G.C. SM
Motion was made by Industrial Representative
Timberlake to accept the above as members.
Trustee Bennett seconded. Motion passed
The next meeting is scheduled Wednesday,
November 9, 2011 at 8:00 A.M at Lake Forest
Country Club.
President Kachline adjourned the meeting at 10:10
AM.
Toro Announces Distributer Award Recipients
Tim Hughes, SCPS Receives Green Blazer Award
Bloomington, Minn., (November 2011) The Toro
Company announced its 2011 distributer sales award
recipients at the annual Toro awards presentation held
in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Toros awards recognize
distributor personnel for customer-focused sales
programs in the turf equipment market.
Tim Hughes, SCPS, of Cdentury Equipment Received
the prestigous Green Blazer Award for hisaccomplishments in equipment sales.
This award is given to a sales representative who has a
minimumm of three years experience selling Toro
products. It recognizes indiviuals who are contributing
to the industry and bringing enhanced knowledge to
their customers.
Tim has built a reputation as a complete resource for
his customers, said Jim Heinze CSR, Director of
Commercial Sales and Training for Toros commercialbusiness. He helps solve customers issues because
he actively listens to what they have to say.
The Toro Company is a leading worldwide provider of
turf and landscape maintenance equipment, and
precision irrigation systems. With sales of nearly $1.7
billion in fiscal 2010, Tors global presence extends to
more than 80 countries though its reputation of world-
class service, innovation and turf expertise. Since
1914, the company has built a tradition of excellence
around a number of strong brands to help customers
care for golf courses, sports fields, public green spaces,
commercial and residential properties and agriculturalfields. More information is available at www.toro.com
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