2012 Budget - South Suburban Parks and Recreation

South Suburban Park and Recreation District
Mission and Goals
Recreation Services and Facilities Department (continued)
2012 Goals and Objectives (continued)
To strive continually to improve our product, our delivery, and our communication
with the public. (District Goals #2GO)
To ensure that new and innovative programming is constantly being developed and
implemented. (District Goals #2GO, #4GO)
To strive for full utilization of existing facilities and programs. (District Goals #2GO)
To ensure communication is achieved throughout other departments in order to
properly plan for events and to schedule facility maintenance and improvements.
(District Goals #2GO)
To continue with our planned goals to enhance the Family Sports Center, in order to
increase user visits and revenues. (District Goals #2GO)
Golf Department
Mission
The Golf Department’s mission is to promote interest in the game of golf by providing the
opportunity for District residents to enjoy the game of golf on well maintained, affordable
golf facilities. The District’s golf courses should satisfy the skill levels of all players and
should provide services that enhance the social aspect of the game of golf.
Department Overview
The Golf Department provides 4 golf courses of different design qualities that provide
playing opportunities for golfers of all levels, as well as complete practice and learning
facilities at each course. Through comprehensive lessons and junior golf programs staffed by
PGA and LPGA-certified golf professionals, the department assists new players in learning
the game of golf, as well as allowing existing players to improve their skills. The department
facilitates numerous clubs and leagues, which provide social and competitive opportunities
for residents and guests, as well as to providing a venue for company and organizational golf
outings. Each golf facility provides food/beverage service to enhance each guests visit to the
facilities.
Accomplishments
Provided learning and playing opportunities for over 450 youth through the junior
golf program.
Continued to provide exceptional playing conditions throughout the year.
Developed extensive marketing program to enhance revenue potential of golf courses
and food/beverage operations. Hired new marketing specialist to assist with plan
development.
Increased levels of service and product presentation in food/beverage areas of
operation
Assumed operation control of Avalanche Grill at the Family Sports Center.
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