GRF Board approves facilities projects; new treasurer appointed

GRF BOARD HIGHLIGHTS

by Ruth Osborn

Communications Director

The GRF Board of Directors met Jan. 28 to consider a full agenda of proposed projects, including bathroom remodels in clubhouses, pool rails and golf course walkways.

Before business began, 13 audience members expressed concern about GRF management, gate hours, traffic configuration at the Main Gate, budget increases, GRF reporting and audits, and transparency. To see the entire meeting, log on to lwsb.com and click “livestream.”

The board also regretfully accepted the resignation of Mutual 14 Director Lee Melody as GRF treasurer. The board voted to elect Mutual 17 Director Nick Massetti to serve out the term. Melody will continue to serve on the board at large. The board conducted business as follows.

Renovate Restrooms: On the recommendation of the Facilities Committee, the board voted 14-2 to approve $273,380 from reserve funding to renovate restrooms in Administration, and clubhouses 2 and 4. The revised request for proposal cut the original project plan for a savings of about 50%. The bathroom in Clubhouse 4 has not been renovated since it was originally built, and the others have not been improved for decades.

On-Site Sales Remodel: Despite the recommendation of the Facilities Committee, the board rejected a request to spend $138,890 in reserve funding to renovate the On-Site Sales Office. The board voted to send the project back to committee for review and possible downsizing.

The office handles Leisure World home sales and leases office space from the GRF near the Main Gate. Last year, the Onsite Sales Team returned $702,093.34 to the GRF as part of its lease agreement.

Golf Course Walkway:

Upon the recommendation of the Facilities Committee, the board voted 12-4 to spend $3,500 to replace the rubberized walkway from Green No. 1 to Tee No. 5 with concrete. This is a less expensive option than rubber.

Clubhouse 2 Flex Space:

Upon the recommendation of the Facilities Committee, the board voted 14-1 to spend $24,010 to replace windows and two doors in the Clubhouse 2 flex room to match new existing doors and windows at the game/billiards rooms. The GRF is seeking to lease the space for a new revenue source.

Pool Handrails: Upon the recommendation of the Facilities Committee, the board voted to spend $9,200 in capital funding to add a pool handrail so people will be able to hold on with both hands as they enter the pool.

Governing Rules: The board also approved new rules related to the Community Gardens, the Aquatic Center, the Fitness Center and GRF elections. For a complete look at changes, see the Government section on page 5.