Acushnet: Golf Committee Sept. 22, 2026

The Acushnet Golf Committee convened on September 22, 2026, to review operations, revenue performance, equipment updates, and course maintenance. Golf operations reported record-breaking revenue for August of $429,700 (compared to the previous record of $413,000 set in June) and year-to-date revenue of $795,000, significantly exceeding both budget targets and prior-year actuals. Food and beverage sales also performed strongly, nearly doubling the monthly forecast at approximately $57,000.

The committee addressed ongoing equipment difficulties, specifically regarding aging golf carts experiencing starter generator brush failures and a 20-year-old beverage cart that frequently broke down. Members voted unanimously to resubmit a recommendation to the Board of Selectmen to purchase a Toro Workman MDX utility vehicle for $17,858.14 (approximately $17,860) using remaining capital article funds, while simultaneously pursuing a separate lease option for a dedicated beverage cart ahead of the next spring season. Golf Superintendent Steve delivered the maintenance report, detailing fall aerification, fairway management, equipment maintenance costs, potential hole and tee box redesigns (particularly for holes 5, 11, and 16), and the benefits of commissioning a digital course map for approximately $9,000.

Finally, the committee reviewed architectural proposals for the new clubhouse project, having received submissions from seven qualified firms. The committee agreed that members would submit their top three selections via email to consolidate a shortlist. Tentative plans were set to hold interviews with the top three architectural firms on October 1, 2026, starting at 4:30 PM at the Town Hall or Police Station, with the next regular meeting scheduled for October 22, 2026.

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