Member News
December 2020 Tee Talk
- Update on candidates for director openings.
- Tournaments score Club profits.
- Clubhouse temporary site for Caney youth wrestling winter practice.
- Tee Talk will be on hiatus in January 2021. Check www.caneygolf.com or the Club’s Facebook site for news.
November 2020 Tee Talk
- Board governance and leadership transition planning starts now. Consider and let Criss Davis know if you would be willing to serve on the board of directors.
- One or more members will be needed in 2021 to handle communications (newsletter, website, flyers, schedules, forms, meeting minutes). Janice will close out 5 years’ support in April.
- The residential lot sales plat will be available to view in Tee Talk and in the clubhouse.
- To clear up tournament weather delays, a policy has been put in place. The policy is enclosed with the November dues installment invoice. It is also posted in the clubhouse.
- Brandon Montgomery will assemble a tournament committee in January 20201. Let Brandon know if you are willing to participate.
- A year-to-date financial update provides an explanation of board decisions on holding a cash position vs. paying off debt to meet residential lot development costs.
Safety precautions in effect
PLEASE COMPLY WITH SAFETY PRECAUTIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- Putts: Cups have been raised 1” above ground. Knocking ball on elevated cup counts as successfully putt.*
- Flagstick: Leave the flagstick in the hole; do not touch.
- Bunkers: Rake with feet.
- Golf balls: Do not use ball washers or pick up others’ ball.
- Proximity: Stay at least 6 feet away from others.
- Scoring: Don’t shake hands. Read scores aloud to verify. Do not exchange scorecards
- Carts: 1 rider per cart unless riders live in the same household. Wipe steering wheel.
- Clubhouse: Wash hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. Use paper towel to wipe faucet and door knobs.
- Payment: Honor system for guests continues: use envelope in green box for fees and place in green pipe.
*USGA announced scores with any modified hole are permissible and scores can be posted for handicap purposes.
Club Etiquette
- Check the Member News page for course closing dates.
- Players looking for lost ball must let faster players play through.
- No outside beverages allowed for non-members.
- Call 620-879-2055 to reserve/rent a cart. After hours call 620-515-1332.
- Observe 90 degree rule.
- Use cart paths where possible.
Policies
Tournament weather delay/cancellation policy
In the event of rain or threat of severe weather, tournament start may be delayed no later than 3 pm. A decision will be made by 2 pm and posted on Facebook @CaneyGolfClub.
Weather delay Play is expected through moderate rain or other inclement weather such as wind. During play, if there is lightning in the area, a siren will be sounded to alert golfers and players will be ordered off the course. If severe weather such as heavy rain and wind occurs, the tournament director will temporarily suspendplay. In the event of a lengthy weather delay, a decision will be made if enough time remains to resume suspended play. Play will be resumed once weather clears. Download the entire policy for specifics on 1-day and 2-day tournaments. See "downloads" section.
Cart usage and storage policy
A policy has been adopted governing rules and regulations for use of private and rental golf carts, as well as terms for member personal golf cart shed space rental. It is posted on the bulletin board, the Club’s Facebook page and at caneygolf.com.
The policy is necessary to be good stewards of the property. Due to the amount and frequency of damage to cart shed doors, hinges and locks when shed doors are left open, the sheds have been inspected and repaired.
Clubhouse rental
Clubhouse rental rate for members: $100 includes $50 refundable deposit. Non-member rental rate is $200 and includes $100 refundable deposit. Download, complete and mail Member Clubhouse Rental Agreement or Non-Member Clubhouse Rental Agreement to reserve a date. Amenities include 6-foot conference tables and folding chairs.
Cart usage and storage policy
What you need to know
Rules and regulations for use of private and rental golf carts at Caney Golf Club effective 10/1/2020
- Drivers/renters must be 17 or older. Limit two persons per cart.
- Anyone who rents a CGC cart will be responsible for damages from negligent operation.
- Report rental cart damage or operational issues to the greenskeeper.
- Keep golf carts at least 30 feet from tee boxes and greens, and on paths where provided. Observe 90-degree rule from cart path unless otherwise posted.
- CGC management may restrict use of golf carts on the course at any time.
- CGC is not responsible or liable for losses incurred by private cart owners. You are solely responsible for providing your own liability and casualty insurance for your cart.
- As a condition of your cart storage and/or use at CGC, you agree to indemnify, defend and hold CGC harmless from and against any personal injury or property damage resulting to your cart or from the use of your cart.
- In the event of a private cart becoming inoperable while on the golf course, it CGC’s personnel or equipment is used in assistance, CGC is not liable for any personal injury or damage to your cart that occurs as a result of said assistance.
Terms for personal golf cart shed space rental by members of Caney Golf Club
- Cart shed space rental is limited to those who are actively paying membership dues.
- Privately-owned carts loaned to a non-member are subject to these restrictions: Drivers must be 17 or older; a $5 trail fee should be placed in an envelope and deposited in the green tube on the clubhouse front porch.
- Cart sheds are the property of CGC and those renting a space must be a good steward of the property. Renters are always expected to keep the doors closed and locked, other than during ingress and egress with carts. Do not leave cart sheds open as wind can inflict damage on people, nearby vehicles as well as hinges, doors, hasps, and framing of the shed space as well as the adjacent doors and connected structure.
- CGC is responsible for maintaining the sheds in operable order or providing a temporary space if repairs are underway, with exception of catastrophic weather events that eliminate available shed space.
- Damage to the shed, door, hinges, lock, hasp and framing due to leaving the doors open, colliding with structure or other forms of negligence are the responsibility of the renter. CGC will have damages repaired and pay for repair cost. CGC will mail an invoice to the renter to reimburse CGC for these expenses.
- Renters will not be held responsible for damage to cart shed from environmental events, structural failures or damage caused by other renters.
- Cart shed space must maintained in the condition it was received, free from debris and excessive dirt.
- Cart shed spaces are non-transferrable. CGC reserves the right to terminate for cause any cart shed space rental.
- Only the golf cart on record may occupy the shed space.
Cart fees
- Rental cart: $10 per rider for 9 or 18 holes. Does not include non-member green fee.
- Trail fee: $15
Pay at Snack Bar, if staffed. Otherwise, place money in envelope and deposit in green pipe on porch wall.
- Electric cart shed space: $190 a year pre-paid or $16 monthly installment invoice.
- Gasoline cart shed space: $165 a year pre-paid or $13.75 monthly installment invoice.
Staff
MEET OUR GREENSKEEPER - ZACH BURRIS
Zach Burris is equipment maintenance and greenskeeper.
Zach has managed the T-Bar Ranch Kennel, performed grounds maintenance and assisted in farming and ranching operations in Havana for 15 years. He moved to Havana three years ago to assist his father with cattle. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
Although he is not currently a golfer, Zach plans to pick up the game. “I’m excited for this opportunity to learn greenskeeping on the job,” Zach said. “With guidance from Jarrod, club members and Ron Brown, I plan to continue to improve course conditions to help grow the Club.”
Especially during his first season, members with resources, skills and knowledge will play a vital role in bringing Zach up to speed. Please welcome Zach and let him know how and when you can assist. Contact him in person, call or text 620-879-2055.