Media Release
Kawartha Golf and Country Club Revitalization Plan is Endorsed with Overwhelming 92% Support
At a special meeting of the Members of Kawartha Golf and Country Club last night, 92% voted in favour of the Revitalization Plan endorsed by the Board of Directors. This tremendous commitment to the sustainability of this historic golf club leads the way to the following significant changes and opportunities for the golfing community:
- New facilities including Club House, Practice Area and Maintenance Buildings
- Restructured Membership Categories,
- Fresh Corporate Organization ,
- Long Term Fiscal Stability
In summary, the following points highlight our all inclusive plan:
- Land sale of 21 acres fronting Clonsilla Avenue will create new opportunities for further development in the city.
- An 8.5 million dollar investment in our city will provide a much needed quality club house and banquet facility with significant capacity in an ideal local setting designed by renowned architect Richard Wengle
- 2 new holes designed by architect Ian Andrew will enhance the Stanley Thompson Course
- New club house facilities will attract prominent events and tournaments, positively impacting tourism to our city
- The Plan will provide increased retention of local business and increased employment opportunities in the community
- Kawartha was recently ranked 13th in Canada for courses offering some public play. (Canadian Golf Magazine….June 6, 2014) The new facilities and enhancements to the golf course should stabilize and improve our National Ranking.
- Under Corporate Restructuring, the current debenture program is eliminated, and with the new Membership Framework, we have provided the opportunity for all golfers to enjoy Kawartha Golf and Country Club.
- A fiscally responsible plan secures the stability of Kawartha as a prominent historic city golf course for years to come. We are 82 years old this year and look forward to the 100th anniversary in 2032.
In the heart of our great city, Kawartha Golf and Country Club will provide a National Class Golf Facility with a variable membership structure within reach of all golfers. The powerful endorsement of the membership underscores the comprehensive nature of the plan and assures the success of Kawartha Golf and Country Club.
Quote from new GM Kevin Greenwood:
“Kawartha Golf & Country Club is one of the best and purest golf courses in Canada, and I am pleased that it’s Membership and Directors have confidently supported a plan to move the Club forward. They have demonstrated forward-thinking and a true understanding of what it takes to be successful in this competitive market; and I am excited to be a part of what is to come.”
