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Proposal Number P-595
Submitted to:
The Director of Purchasing
and Risk Management
256 West Mountain Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80521
What special, new, and/or unique proposals, ideas, financial arrangements do you have to offer
Collindale or the City of Fort Collins (i.e., payments to the City, in -kind contributions/service,
etc.)?
Included below are some of my ideas/proposals:
• I would like to continue with the Range Punch Card promotion. This promotions represents
an approximate 20% savings over regular prices.
• If approved, I would like to install lights on the Driving Range (see the Payment Schedule for
more details).
• I would like to see a new computer system installed in the Pro Shop to automate various
recordkeeping tasks. This new system will benefit both the Head Professional and the City
of Fort Collins in that it will increase efficiency, customer satisfaction, and revenues. I will
share in the cost of this new system.
• I would like to increase the capacity of the phone system for incoming calls. An upgraded
phone system will help raise customer satisfaction.
• 1 would like to renovate the Locker room facilities at Collindale. I am willing to share in
the costs associated with upgrading the facilities; a fair and reasonable fee will be charged
for use of the facilities.
• I would like to establish a city trophy or tournament in the name of Bill Metier.
• I would like to install a "Tournament Board;" a board located in a prominent area showing
local tournament schedules, standings, etc. I think this will be an effective communication
tool for local tournament players.
• I plan to relocate the area for cleaning range balls to a suitable location near the cart barn
by moving the ball washer out of the men's shower area. I believe this will help us devel-
op our professional image in the Pro Shop.
• I would like to wire a speaker to the driving range so golfers at the range can hear tee -time
announcements. I want to position the speaker so it will be audible only to the range area.
• I plan to have a new logo designed for Collindale that will be used on literature, merchandise,
etc.
• I would like to have the tee markers moved on the range daily and apply sand and seed to fill
divots (with the sand and seed to be provided by the City).
• I would like to install a Range Ball Dispenser machine.
• I would like to donate one unrestricted Junior Annual Pass annually in the name of Bill
Metier (called The Bill Metier Junior Pass); the selection process for the winner of this award
is yet to be determined, but may be an essay contest about "Why golf is the greatest game in
the world."
• I want to monitor golf cart usage more closely. I will make sure every cart has a number and
will rotate cart usage using a tracking system.
• I want to bring a large-scale tournament to Collindale. My ultimate goal is a Nike
Tournament Event. Also, I would like to bring back a Colorado PGA ProAm event.
• Use a club fitting system such as Ping, Callaway, Zevo, or Cobra.
• I would like to find sponsors for the City Tournaments.
• I would like to build a chipping green north of the #1 tee box.
What services do you plan to provide for tournaments, "leagues," and special events, as well as
cooperation and coordination with the snack bar vendor/concessionaire?
With the cooperation of the Tournament Director, I would provide scoresheets, scorecards, and
scoreboards. I also plan to provide the players and public at Collindale a schedule in the Pro Shop
listing all upcoming Tournaments and special events, and the dates and times the course will be
closed to outside play. I would like to work with the Snack Bar Concessionaire to cater special
events.
For League play, a USGA Handicap will be included in the entry fee. Any day that does not con-
flict with other special events would be available for tournaments or special League events and
would be posted in advance. I will make the necessary staff arrangements for all special events.
If awarded the contract, I will insist any food or beverages on the Course must be provided by the
Snack Bar at Collindale. Kevin Wilcox, the Snack Bar Concessionaire, and I have had a healthy
working relationship for the past year, and if awarded the contract, I will do everything possible
to help support his operation. Cooperation between the Pro Shop and the Snack Bar is a must to
provide golfers with the most enjoyable experience possible, and as Kevin's letter of recommen-
dation can attest (see the Letters of Recommendation section), I feel our combined efforts will
help Collindale achieve the highest level of customer service possible.
I will try to play with the Mens and Ladies Associations, and periodically donate prizes for their
major events. I plan to be on -site should any rules questions arise, and I would like to help the
groups organize their events. The Big Tournament Board currently used by Collindale is great; I
will either buy or lease the board and continue to use it.
I will also provide Tournaments with clean carts, closest -to -pin markers, shotgun start starting
assignments, rules officials, cart assignments, and complete cooperation.
I believe the Head Professional should be a part of every event; my main concern is for every par-
ticipant in every event to feel like he or she is truly a first-class customer.
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I believe I have a definite advantage to offer Collindale due to my 18 years experience as a Head
Professional. I understand my staff and I will represent the Collindale Golf Course, the Fort Collins
Parks and Recreation Department, and the City of Fort Collins. It will continue to be a requirement of
my staff and I to be courteous, polite, and understanding to the public at all times.
I understand it is my duty to keep full and accurate business records under the terms of the contract,
and to keep all my credit accounts in good -standing.
I understand that my staff and I will handle the City of Fort Collin's daily books, and that it is my
responsibility to hire honest, competent, and upstanding employees.
I understand the importance of keeping a quality relationship with the Superintendent. Doing so will
allow both to effectively do our jobs and provide the best services possible.
I understand the importance of continuing a great junior golf program at Collindale. I will do every-
thing possible to keep expanding the junior program.
I understand the importance of paying all local, state, federal, social security, sales, and personal
property taxes. I understand the importance of paying unemployment and workers compensation
insurance under the terms of the contract.
I understand that as the Head Professional, I am responsible for all my employees.
I understand that as the Head Professional, I must devote all my time to my job at Collindale. I
believe it would be detrimental to maintain other business interests.
I understand that tournaments are a high revenue source for the golf fund, and I will continue to pro-
mote tournaments for the course. However, I will remain sensitive to the public and be sure that
weekends are not limited just to tournaments. I will develop a system at Collindale that is beneficial
to the public and golf tournaments.
I understand marketing and promotion of the course is needed to sustain full play.
I understand I am to abide by the PGA's code of ethics.
I understand it is my responsibility to maintain good relations with other golf courses in the city and
their Head Professionals.
I will interview all existing Collindale employees who are interested in working for me (the Head
Professional).
Golfing should be an enjoyable experience. I know that if there are any problems or complaints, it is
my responsibility to correct them. I want people to return to Collindale because they enjoyed the
course and the experience they had.
I have enjoyed my tenure at City Park Nine for the last 18 years and look forward to moving forward
with my career at Collindale.
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ANNUAL PAYMENT SCHEDULE STATEMENT
(To and/or From the City)
The City of Fort Collins will establish a schedule of City fees and charges, and will keep all revenues
generated from green fees, annual passes, tournament fees, City -owned powered golf car rentals, sur-
charges, private golf car usage fees, reservation fees, building rentals, etc. at the Collindale Golf
Course.
The Golf Professional will purchase and own, and will keep all income/revenues generated from the
sale of golf merchandise, pull cart rentals, golf club cleaning, golf club repair, golf rentals, locker and
storage, and from the operation of the driving range and from providing professional golf
lessons/instructions, etc., and will pay for their own staff at the Collindale Golf Course.
Therefore, in consideration of the aforementioned...
You may desire to pay to the City of Fort Collins an annual fee payment in either a flat -rate amount
or on a percentage basis, or make an in -kind contribution of a specific dollar value. If so, how much
money/percentage/value will you (Golf Professional) pay in each year listed to the City of Fort
Collins to be the Golf Professional at Collindale Golf Course?
1997-
$ 20.000 or
% or
1998-
$ 21.000 or
% or
1999-
$ 22.000 or
% or
2000-
$ 23.000 or
% or
2001-
$ 24.000 or
% or
(Please see reverse.)
(If you need to explain any of the above, you may attach such written explanation)
***and/or***
How much money annually in each of the five (5) years will the City of Fort Collins pay you (Golf
Professional) to be the Golf Professional at Collindale Golf Course?
1997-
$ 48.000 (In writing:
Forty
Eight Thousand )
1998-
$ 50.000 (In writing:
Fifty
Thousand )
1999-
$ 52.000 (In writing:
Fifty
Two Thousand )
2000- $ 54.000 (In writing: Fifty Four Thousand
2001- $ 56.000 (In writing: Fifty Six Thousand
(If you need to explain the above annual payments, such as variable monthly monthly amounts, you
may attach such written explanation).
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Explanation of payments:
Additionally, I am willing to share the cost of installing a computerized system in the Pro Shop.
Additionally, I am willing to share in the cost of upgrading the Locker Rooms at Collindale Golf
Course.
Additionally, I am wyling to donate an unrestricted Junior Annual Pass for the Bill Metier Junior
Pass annually. MaUd
Additionally, all expenses associated with installing the lights on the Driving Range will be
deducted from that year's payment to the City.
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PROPOSAL
PROPOSAL NO: P-595 DATED THIS 30th DAY OF October , 1996
CONTRACT FOR SERVICES: Collindale Golf Professional Services
1441 East Horsetooth Road
Fort Collins, CO 80525
TO: City of Fort Collins
Office of the Director of
Purchasing and Risk Management
256 West Mountain Avenue
P.O. Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
To Whom it May Concern:
1. The undersigned, pursuant to the Request for Proposals, which requested proposals for a Golf
Professional to manage and supervise the golf operations and pro shop functions at the
Collindale Golf Course, having examined all documents, the golf course site, and having
become familiar with all the conditions existing and relative to same, hereby proposes to
operate same in accordance with the proposal documents.
2. I/we acknowledge receipt of the following addenda and have included their provisions in this
proposal:
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Addendum No. O, Dated
Addendum No. O, Dated
In submitting this proposal, the undersigned warrants that he/she has complied with all the
provisions of the "Request for Proposals, Instructions, and Specifications," and can furnish
the labor and materials and business acumen to carry out the golf professional operation using
the highest of modern professional golfing standards as employed at leading golf clubs and
golf courses, in all respects, as specified in the proposal documents.
The undersigned submits the following proposal, which includes all permits, licenses, insur-
ance, fees, and taxes, etc., included in the following documents, fully completed, as a condi-
tion of submitting as acceptable proposal:
A. Proposal Questionnaire
B. An Annual Payment Schedule To/From the City
C. Non -Collusion Statement
The undersigned also agrees that he/she will not withdraw his/her proposal for a period of
sixty (60) days from the closing date for receiving proposals.
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RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
NAME: James H. Greer
ADDRESS: 5031 Bluestem Court
Fort Collins CO 80525
TELEPHONE: 970-223-8420
BY: { Q-9nature)
TITLE: PGA Golf Professional
END OF PROPOSAL
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James Henry Greer, being first duly sworn, deposes and says that:
1. He is the Bidder that has submitted the attached Bid;
2. He is fully informed respecting the preparation and contents of the attached Bid and of all
pertinent circumstances respecting such Bid;
3. Such Bid is genuine and is not a collusive or sham Bid;
4. Neither the said Bidder nor any of its officers, partners, owners, agents, representatives,
employees, or parties in interest, including this affiant, has in any way colluded, conspired,
connived, or agreed, directly or indirectly with any other Bidder, firm or person to submit a
collusive or sham Bid in connection with the Contract for which the attached Bid has been
submitted or to refrain from bidding in connection with such Contract, or has in any manner,
directly or indirectly, sought by agreement or collusion or communication or conference with
any other Bidder, firm or person or fix the price or prices in the attached Bid or of any other
Bidder, or to fix any overhead, profit or cost element of the Bid price or the Bid price of any
other Bidder, or to secure through any collusion, conspiracy, connivance or unlawful agree-
ment any advantage against the City of Fort Collins, Colorado, or any person interested in the
proposed Contract; and
5. The price or prices quoted in the attached Bid are fair and proper and are not tainted by a col-
lusion, conspiracy, connivance, or unlawful agreement on the part of the Bidder or any of its
agents, representatives, owners, employees, or parties in interest, including this affiant.
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In the following pages I hope to prove I am the most qualified person for the Head Golf
Professional position at Collindale Golf Course.
I have extensive experience as a Head Golf Professional and ambitious plans for the future. I
have the vision and the desire to make Collindale Golf Course even more successful, and my
past demonstrates this. I want to make Collindale Golf Course the most popular and profitable
in Fort Collins and provide its patrons with world -class customer service.
Additionally, I invite you to tour City Park Nine Golf Course to observe my management style
and techniques. I know you'll be thoroughly satisfied.
I respectfully submit my proposal.
Sincerely,
James H. Greer
970-221-6803 (fax)
970-223-8420 (home)
970-221-6650 (office)
5031 Bluestem Court
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Be it known that
James H. Greer
is a member classified as
Class A
and is entitled to all rights
which attach to said membership under the
Association's Constitution and By -Laws
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Mr. James H. Greer A-1
City Park Mine Golf Club
411 S. Bryan
Pt. Collins, Co. 80521 solo
Dear James:
We are pleased to advise you that you have been elected to membership in
the Professional Golfers' Association of America as of this date, We know
you will be a continued asset to the Association and look forward to your
increasing involvement.
You vill continue to receive the PGA Magazine, of course, plus full member
mailings on other activities. You now have at your disposal many excellent
member services, including the Pension Plan, Credit Union, pc; Prize Catalog,
member insurance, various member tournament programs and our ever expanding,
educational program. Our PGA Mall -Order Bookstore offers you a variety of
materials which Will help you became an ever better professional. tinder
separate cover you will receive a kit including information on these various
membership benefits.
We do hope you take advantage of all that is offered and will observe the
various restrictions of each program. It is this mutual cooperation that
helps PGA increase its effectiveness in Promoting Golf in America, by build-
ing a market of now golfers and creating a demand for more courses and equip-
nt...therefore, of course, needing better golf professionals at higher
income.
Enclosed is a receipt for your payment of membership dues and fees for the
current fiscal year, along with your membership card showing classification
and Sectional affiliation. As a PGA member, you are also automatically
covered by our group Liability Insurance, as noted on the back of your card.
Your membership certificate is being sent to you under separate cover.
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NPUALDIIY 425 MEADOW STREET
P.O. BOX 901
CHICOPEE, MA 01021,01"
0 413.538.1200/TELEX NUMBER 955"9
TO: THE COLLINDALE GOLF PROFESSIONAL SELECTION COMMITTEE
FROM: DAVE RICHARDSON, TERRITORY MANAGER TOPFLITE GOLF
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN,
I WAS RECENTLY ASKED BY JIM GREER TO WRITE HIM A LETTER OF
RECOMENDATION FOR THE POSITION OF HEAD PROFESSIONAL AT
COLLINDALE GOLF CLUB. SELDOM IF EVER DO I GET INVOLVED IN THE
SELECTION PROCESS FOR A NEW HEAD PROFESSIONAL AS IT COULD
EASILY BE CONSTRUED AS A CONFLICT AND ALSO QUITE POSSIBLY THERE
COULD BE SEVERAL CANDIDATES APPLYING FOR THE POSITION THAT
KNEW AND LIKED AND COULD RECOMMEND. IN THIS CASE I AM HONORED
THAT JIM HAS MADE THIS REQUEST OF ME. I HAVE HAD THE PLEASURE
OF WORKING WITH JIM FOR SOME EIGHTEEN YEARS AND CAN HONESTLY
SAY THAT RARELY HAVE I KNOWN A FINER INDIVIDUAL THAN JIM GREER.
JIM HAS AN OUTSTANDING KNOWLEDGE OF ALL PHASES OF THE GOLF
BUSINESS FROM TEACHING TO MERCHANDISING AND MAINTAINS ONLY THE
HIGHEST QUALITY MERCHANDISE AND THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF SERVICE
IN HIS SHOP. FOR THESE REASONS I BELIEVE IT WOULD BE DIFFICULT FOR
YOU TO FIND A MORE QUALIFIED INDIVIDUAL TO FILL THIS POSITION.
Chicopee, MA, U.S.A./Melbourne, Australia/Toronto, Canada/Tokyo, Japan
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SPALDING SPORTS WORLDWIDE
ALDIN(j 425 MEADOW STREET
P.O. BOX 901
NPCHICOPEE, MA 01021-0901
0 413.536-1200/TELEX NUMBER 955449
IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OF ME OR MY ASSOCIATION WITH
JIM PLEASE FREE TO CALL OR WRITE ME AT,
DAVE RICHARDSON
3906 WEST 103RD COURT
WESTMINSTER, COLORADO 80030
303466-2476
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DAVE RICHARDSON
Chicopee, MA, U.S.A./Melbourne, Australia/Toronto, Canada/Tokyo, Japan
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September 21, 1996
Collindale Golf Professional
Selection Committee
To Whom It May Concern
By way of introduction, please let me identify myself. I have been in the golf business as a
sales representative for the past 21 years. My brother and I have also created the largest
distributorship of golf accessories in the Rocky Mountain region.
During this career I have become acquainted with every type of golf professional
imaginable: from the very good to the uninterested, ill -prepared, soon to be ex -golf
professionals.
Jim Greer is definitely one of the very best from my perspective. He is one of the few I
know who takes his business seriously and is obviously motivated to provide a quality
product for the golfing public. Jim is very focused and has devoted all his working life to
his profession and the growth of public golf in Fort Collins.
In terms of his business practices, I know Jim to be very professional and is among the
very best of my customers with his always prompt payments for the merchandise he
purchases.
I know Jim would be the perfect choice for the Collindale Golf Professional position. Jim
has proven himself with his record at City Park Nine and certainly has the skills and energy
to make Collindale Golf Course the quality operation the city and its residents deserve.
Thank you for allowing me to express my opinion on this matter of great concern to the
golfing public of Fort Collins.
Sincerely Yours,
Chris Jenkins
JENKINS MARKETING COMPANY
3602 S. Jason • Englewood, Colorado 80110
303/781-7881 800/321-7881 Fax 303/781-7882
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At this Ume t ^ttauld like to recommend Jim Clrrcr as the new conccssionairc and goat
prolesstonal at the Collmndaie tiott' Course. 1 lmv known Jim career in a processional retartionstup for the
last tow years.
1 am the regional sales mpresentativv lot Callaway Uolt Sates Company, and 1 had Jim very
knovilolgeable in all the new high tech golf ciltup ncoc Hestdcs his product knowledge, his current golf
shots is welt stocked and merchandised with the newest Bolt products,
t rind Jim one of the treat merchandisers in the Colorado Section as well as a caring individual for
the Bolters of Fort Collins Who play at City Park. Nine, lase don't hesitate to rail dyou have any
questions.
Stnc:erEly
Whiteside
8 Mule Leer Trail M Littleton: CO 80127
Telephone: (303) 932-O455 4 Outside California: (800) 228-2767
FAX: (303) 932-1068
Hank One. Colorado, NA
September 16, 1996
Collindale Goff Professional Selection Committee
Fort Collins, GO
Dear Ladies & Gentlemen.
I am happy to provide a reference for our good customer, Jim Greer, owner of City Park
Nine Pro Shop. Jim has been a customer of this bank since May 1991, The Bank
considers Jim a valued customer, as he has always handled his relationship well
without exception. The Bank has committed to a line of credit of $35,000 for Jim's use
in his business. All payments have been made as agreed.
Information requested of Jim has always been provided promptly. He Is courteous, and
a pleasure to work with him and his business. We wish him much success.
if I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
���aser
Vice President
cc: Jim Greer, City Park Nine Pro Shop
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WILCOX INC.
1441 E. HORSETooTH RD. • FORT COLLINS COLORADO80525 • (970) 221-6652 • Fax:
October 3, 1996
Selection Committee for Head Pro at Collindale
City of Ft. Collins, Golf
231 N. College Ave.
Fort Collins CO, 80521
Dear Committee Members:
I have been acquainted with Jim Greer for several years . I am writing this letter to serve as a
recommendation for his professional role at Colhndale Golf Course. Jim has shown his continued passion and
support to golf through many facets of his career and private life. He has the background and knowledge that is
required, the personality that is demanded and the integrity that is expected to not only meet the current needs of
Collindale but to grow with it.
Of all the ways that Jim affects golf, the most obvious portal is PEOPLE! Jim Greer, is the most
personable professional I know. I am often over -hearing comments about his good will to customers, his
consistency with employees and his friendships with all. It is common knowledge among most local golfer; that
Jim can and will get any equipment you want, but most importantly he gets it at a fair price, a correct fit, and is
always timely.
Jim Greer has been easy to work with, easy to respect, and easy to be -friend. Collindale would benefit
greatly from his involvement. His wealth of knowledge, patience with people ,and strong commitment to this
service industry will ensure a robust future for all who golf here. I myself, am looking forward to working along
side of Jim.
Since;
l�y,
Kevin L Wilzox
President
James H. Greer
5031 Bluesfem Courf • Fort Collins, CO 80525 • 970-223-8420(H) • 970-221-6650(W)
Summary
Demonstrated ability in strategy creation and application as well as in all facets of materials man-
agement, including negotiating, budgeting, forecasting, and application. Respected for interper-
sonal skills, integrity, and leadership.
Strong organizational skills; oriented toward cost control so that bottom line is impacted positive-
ly without sacrificing superb customer service levels, and able to maximize potential of person-
nel.
Professional Sfafus
Class A-1, PGA Golf Professional; elected to membership January 1, 1985.
Professional Experience
CITY PARK NINE GOLF COURSE
Head Golf Professional October 1977-Present
• Manage all golf operations including Driving Range, Pro Shop, Club House, Golf carts,
club repair, lessons, and concessions.
• Supervise development and training of staff in all above areas.
• Achieved consistent sales increases in the Pro Shop over the past several years.
Assistant Golf Professional April 1977-October 1977
• Began as the primary teaching professional.
• Assisted Head Golf Professional with duties.
Playing Background
• Placed First in the Colorado PGA Golf Marathon in 1990 and 1992.
• Played in the 1981 PGA Club Pro Series.
• 1980 Colorado Section Apprentice Champion.
• 1980 finished third in the Rocky Mountain Open.
• Played in the Colorado Open 1979-1984.
• Played on the Colorado State Golf Team 1973-1974.
• Participate in several Colorado PGA Pro-Ams annually.
• Participate in numerous charity tournaments annually.
Education
Colorado State University
1970-1976
PGA Business School I and II
1979 and 1981
Club Car Technical Training Seminar
1994 and 1995
PGA recertification every three years
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October 3, 1996
City of Fort Collins Golf Board
City Park Golf Club
411 S. Bryan
Ft. Collins, Colorado 80521
To whom it may concern,
7421 South Harrison Way
Littleton, Co. 80122
My name is Mick Sweetman, and I have been a manufacturers repre-
sentative for several major golf companies for the past twenty six
years. I call on golf professionals in a four state area, including
Colorado.
I have known Jim Greer for the last sixteen years. I have found Jim
to be very professional and successful in his business. He is an
excellent teacher and runs a smooth operation. He is a reputable
businessman with good merchandising skills. He pays his bills on
time which makes him a desirable customer with whom to do
business. It is often hard to find all these attributes in a golf
professional today. Jim is a good man.
If you would like to contact me, please call me at (303) 770-7267.
Yours very truly,
Mick Sweetman
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Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, October 21, 1996
It is hard to imagine 18 years ago, when Jim Greer became the Head Golf
Professional at City Park Nine Golf Course, that he would become a wonderful asset not
only to City Park Nine, but also to golf as a whole for the City of Fort Collins. I grew up
in Fort Collins, learned my basics for golf at City Park Nine Golf Course, and have
chosen a career playing professional golf, which is on its fourteenth year and includes
three U.S. Opens, one year on the PGA Tour, and just completed my second year on the
PGA Nike Tour. There is one reason why I come back to City Park Nine, and it is Jim
Greer. He has been a close friend since my high school days at Poudre. Since then, Jim
has expanded his knowledge in all areas that golf covers: starting with the business itself.
He has a good pro shop, keeps up with the most modern equipment, and he knows how to
run a municipal golf course. Jim is also very knowledgeable on the golf swing and rules
of golf. The PGA of America demands this of its membership to remain in good standing.
Most importantly Jim is personable with the golfing public and is well -liked among most
everyone who knows Jim. There are many reasons why Jim should become the Head
Golf Professional at Collindale, but not one reason why he should stay at City Park Nine.
I would use my best asset at my best golf course and not lose him to a different
municipality. Collindale Golf Course and the City of Fort Collins is best served with Jim
Greer.
Respectfully,
Rick Cramer
PGA Tour
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October 23, 1996
To Whom It May Concern:
I have had the pleasure of working for Jim Greer at City Park Nine from the time I
was thirteen until I went to College and again for two years as his First Assistant in
1991-1992.
By working for Jim, I learned invaluable information about the game of golf, the
business end of the golf industry and life in general. This allowed me to receive and
benefit from the following:
♦ A College Golf Scholarship,
♦ The ability to teach at the beginner level on up to the PGA Tour level and
high end corporate outings, and
♦ Employment at Royal Grip, Inc, in charge of Tour Promotions in 1992 which
has led to my current position, Director of OEM Operations. My department
designs, builds, and produces grips for companies such as Cobra Golf,
Odyssey Sports, Tommy Armour Golf, Titleist & Foot -Joy Worldwide,
Mizuno, just to name a few.
I am just one individual of many who have greatly benefitted 110m Jim's tutelage and
guidance.
I feel that by not moving Jim to Collindale G.C. in the past was a major discredit and
this vastly effected revenues for the city, the attitude, as well as the image that Bill
Metier worked very hard to build since the day Collindale opened.
In closing, please feel free to call the if I may answer any questions pertaining to this
matter.
Sincerely,
ROYAL GRIP, INC.
Bill Riddle
Director, OEM Operations / Tour Promotions
BR dkb
444 West Geneva Drive, Tempo, AZ 66282
(6021 $29.9000 • FAX (602) 829.9100
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Now, for a touch of nostalgia....
These are clippings about the first tournament ever held at Collindale Golf Course.
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Nike, Inc.
One Bowerman Drive Lynx
Beaverton, OR 97005 16017 E. Valley Blvd.
City of Industry, CA 91749
Foot Joy, Inc.
144 Field Street MacGregor
Brocton, MA 02165 11780 US Highway #1
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Etonic
Brocton, MA 02403
Mizuno
5125 Peach Tree Industrial Blvd.
Norcross, CA 30092
La Mode
13301 South Main Street
Los Angeles, CA 90061
Pal Joey
99 S. Pine Street
Newark, Ohio 43055
Jones Sports Co.
2222 N.E. Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232
Reebok Golf
42 Thomas Pattern Drive
Randolph, MA 02368
Antigua Sportswear, Inc.
9319 North 94th Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Bolle America, Inc.
3890 Elm Street
Denver, CO 80207
Imperial Headwear
5200 East Evans
Denver, CO 80222
Ram
2020 Indian Boundary Drive
Kasco Corporation of America
Melrose Park, IL 60160
5238 Royal Woods Parkway, Suite 140
Tucker, GA 30084
Slazenger
PO Box 7259
Karsten Manufacturing Corp.
Greenville, SC 29611
PO Box 9990
Phoenix, AZ 85008
Spalding
425 Meadow Street
Chicope, MS 01021
Ben Hogan Corp.
8000 Villa Park Drive
Richmond, VA 23228
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Pro Group, Inc. Titleist Company
6201 Mountain View Road PO Box B965
Ooltewah, TN 37363 New Bedford, MA 02741
TI Shaft Company
4300 N. Avenue A Airport
Wilson Golf
Pasco, WA 99301
2233 West Street
River Grove, IL, 60171
Yonex
3520 Challenger Street
Torrance, CA 90503
Douglass Sports Co.
8230 Graphic Drive
Callaway Golf
Belmount, MI 49306
2345 Camino Vida Roble
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Dynacraft
71 Mahohn Street
Cleveland Golf Company
Newark, OH 43055
14508 S. Garfield Avenue
Paramount, CA 90723
Hornungs Pro Golf Sales, Inc.
815 Morris Street
Cobra
Fond Du Lac, WI 54935
4645 North Avenue
Oceanside, CA 92058
Wittek
3650 N. Avondale Avenue
Chicago, IL 60618
Daiwa Golf Company
7421 Chapman Avenue
Garden Grove, CA 92641
Paragon Sports
210 W. Baywood Avenue
Orange, CA 92665
Dunlop Golf Company
PO Box 3070
Greenville, SC 29602
H & B Powerbuilt
PO Box 35700
Louisville, KY 40232
Royal Grip, Inc.
444 West Geneva Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282
Taylor Made
2271 Cosmos Court
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Nicklaus Golf Equipment Co.
7830 Byron Drive
Westpalm Beach, FL 33404
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Dexter Shoe Co.
114 Railroad Avenue
Dexter, ME 04930
Cross Creek Apparel
Highway 52 South
Mount Airy, NC 27030
Forrester's
1875 South East Belmont
Portland, OR 97214
Gear for Sports
9700 Commerce Parkway
Lenexa, KS 66219
I220 Systems
12364 West Alameda Parkway
Unit M
Lakewood, CO 80228
Odyssey Sports, Inc.
1945 Camino Vida Roble
Suite J
Carlsbad, CA 92008
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What are your qualifications for this position?
Since 1978 I have been the Head Golf Professional at City Park Nine Golf Course. From 1976 to
1978 I was the Assistant Professional at City Park Nine. Except for a few part-time jobs while attend-
ing college, I have been devoted to the golf business and the best interests of the game my entire life.
I completed the PGA's Business School I certification program in 1979, the PGA's Business School
II certification program in 1981, and was awarded my Class A PGA card from the PGA of America
in 1985. My status has remained in good standing since I was awarded my card.
I take special pride in the fact that I started the first club repair business in Fort Collins. I have pro-
vided local golfers with fast, high quality service for all types of club repairs. Presently, Stacey Neal,
my Assistant Professional, assists me with all facets of club repair and would continue to do so at
Collindale if I am awarded the contract.
I believe golf lessons are essential for the sport since they promote the game and help to make it
more enjoyable for everyone. I am proud to say I have introduced thousands of people in this area to
the game of golf through the lessons I have given. I place a high value on teaching with my employ-
ees, as well. Some of the more prominent golfers to come out of Fort Collins were instructed by me
and later went on to serve as Assistant Professionals under my instruction. Included in this group are
Rick Frye, Harold Garrison, and Robin Stroup, all current Class A PGA professionals. In addition,
Rick Cramer, Scott Lane, Mike Musgrave, Derek Cordova, and Bob Vanscoy are all former employ-
ees of mine. Dave McCleave literally grew up on my driving range. As you may be aware, he was
awarded a scholarship at Wyoming University and became the first all-American golfer in the history
of the school. It gives me great satisfaction to have played such an important role in the development
of these golfers.
I try to fill my staff with people who love the game of golf. Honestly, golfers understand golfers.
Stacey Neal has expressed great desire to continue to work for me should I be awarded the contract.
Every one of my staff members is experienced in the duties and responsibilities associated with the
Pro Shop and the game of golf.
I know all aspects of the golf business, and I continually try to improve my knowledge. I have an
excellent relationship with the Golf Course Maintenance Staff and encourage my staff to do the
same.
I am a good player who is constantly trying to improve my game. I have been playing golf since I
was nine years old. Playing in Colorado Section Events helps keep my love for the game high and
helps me understand the golfing public.
My product knowledge is one of my strongest qualifications. The years have shown me what Fort
Collins golfers look for in merchandise. I will offer the golfers of Fort Collins the best price on Pro
Line golf clubs, and I can answer any question concerning golf club specifications.
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What qualifications will you require of your assistant(s) and other employees? Please outline
your staffing plans for peak, transitional, and off-season times.
A successful business means more than quality products, it means quality service. I contribute much
of my success to my employees. I try to hire people who are honest, polite, service -oriented, and
well-groomed. But the single most important qualification is the love of golf. I live, breathe, and eat
golf, and I expect the same from my employees. I look for employees with good skills on the course,
but more importantly I look for a deep understanding of the game. Again, golfers understand golfers,
and to provide the type of world -class service I know we are capable of, my employees must relate
well to golfers. A primary goal of mine is to provide a comfortable, relaxed feeling in the Pro Shop —
a feeling that encourages someone to return. Of course, if I am awarded the contract, Collindale Golf
Course will be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
My extensive experience at City Park Nine has taught me a great deal about work scheduling and the
need for quality employees. If awarded the contract, I will maintain my presence as the primary per-
son on -site. Presently I average 50-55 hours per week at the course and that number will not
decrease. I currently have one Assistant Professional, Stacey Neal, who is in the apprentice program.
Over the past few years he has demonstrated his knowledge and love of the game, and superb cus-
tomer service skills. Additionally, I plan to hire an Assistant to be a designated Teaching Professional.
Ideally, this Assistant will be a Class A PGA member with an extensive teaching background. He or
she will help me develop and coordinate an improved instruction program with increased exposure to
young people. I would like the program to span all seasons. Both of my Assistants will receive fair
compensation packages including Health Insurance.
PEAK SEASON
The Pro Shop will be open approximately 15 hours per day. My assistant(s) or I will be on duty
throughout the entire day. I will have a part-time worker fill in any hours my assistant and I are
unable to be in the Shop (due to teaching, marshaling, or other related activity).
TRANsmoNAL
Transitional times are the hardest to predict. Normally, my two assistants and I will be the only staff
members unless unusual circumstances arise. If we become unusually busy, I may consider another
temporary person, and if we become unusually slow, a single assistant and myself will be the only
staff. Experience has shown me that flexibility is key during this time of year.
OFF-SEASON
A single assistant and I will take over the Pro Shop during this time of year. It has been my philoso-
phy that the course shall remain open unless weather makes it unsafe to play. I have found that with
the success of the club repair and sales portion of my business, I can maintain a steady amount of
business year-round. The off season also provides me with the time to reflect and plan for the upcom-
ing golf season. It is my intention to be the full-time Collindale Golf Professional during the summer
and winter months.
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What special and/or unique needs or requirements do you see at Collindale, and how will you
deal with them (i.e., marketing strategy, special issues, etc.)?
Competition has become fierce in the golf business in Fort Collins. I anticipate this competition to
increase through the year 2001. In order to build a successful clientele, golf professionals must
actively promote their courses throughout the community. At City Park Nine, my major marketing
target was Colorado State University. I still see the University as a largely untapped market.
At City Park Nine, I have introduced a coupon promotion to the students which has been quite suc-
cessful. If I am awarded the contract, I would like to develop a similar program at Collindale for stu-
dents who chose to remain in Fort Collins during the summer. At City Park Nine, I have participated
in a significant amount of advertising in the Rocky Mountain Collegian (Colorado State's student
newspaper) and will continue if I am awarded the contract.
I have prided myself on my reasonable prices in the Pro Shop, and if awarded the contract, this will
certainly continue. During the last 10 years, business people have come to realize the importance of
customer service. I see customer service as the prominent player in any successful business. I believe
Collindale's customer service levels can be improved, and if I am awarded the contract, they will be
improved. If a new customer does not like the way he or she was treated at a golf course, that person
will not return, regardless of how much he or she enjoyed playing the course. In Fort Collins today,
Collindale can simply not afford to lose this business, and if I am awarded the contract, we will not.
I do not, however, believe Collindale Golf Course should limit itself to the Fort Collins community
for its clientele. I will actively pursue new business throughout the state. By advertising in state mag-
azines and adjacent communities, I know Collindale can increase its customer base, evidenced by my
success at last year's Denver Golf Expo. At the Expo, I was able to promote City Park Nine to state
and regional golfers who had never heard of it. Consequently, we have exposed new golfers to the
area. I plan to continue with similar promotions at Collindale if I am awarded the contract.
I believe it is vital to have an active line of communication with the Course Superintendent; if award-
ed the contract, I plan to have a cooperative relationship with Doug Evans, the Collindale
Superintendent. I will meet with Doug or a member of his staff weekly to coordinate schedules and
plan for events. I plan to have a similar relationship with the Presidents of the Mens and Ladies
Associations.
If awarded the contract, my Pro Shop will carry more inventory than Collindale has ever had in the
past. Tournament prizes, in the form of gift certificates, is a high source of revenue for the Golf
Professional and is a good way to increase customer satisfaction with the Course. I believe it is
imperative for the Pro Shop to remain well -stocked at all times so golfers can redeem their prizes.
The issues of marketing and communication have never played a more prominent role in the life and
business of a golf professional. My experience in the business and the community has proven invalu-
able many times.
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What are your plans to operate the Collindale Pro Shop with regards to : A) Merchandise; B)
Services Offered; C) Customer Services; D) Teaching?
If I am awarded the contract, I will provide a full line of golf products. I will have superior quality
products, excellent prices, and world -class customer service. I will stock full sets of men's, women's,
junior's and senior's club sets. I will also display single drivers, putters, wedges, and utility clubs, and
a few left-handed clubs. I will carry all major brands of golf balls, including logo, used, and compres-
sion balls.
My shop will carry a wide selection of the latest men's and women's clothing consisting of shirts,
sweaters, jackets, rain suits, socks, shorts, shoes, and more. In addition to clothing, I will also carry a
variety of hats. I intend to promote all types of golf bags from lightweight to heavier staff bags. I will
stock a selection of headcovers and golf gloves, as well as all types of pull carts.
I would like to see the Pro Shop completely computerized. I believe this will increase efficiency, thus
increasing customer satisfaction, and consequently, revenues. I would be willing to share in the costs
associated with making this transition.
My staff will be a reflection of my desire to please the customer —they will be properly dressed in
collared shirts and name tags, courteous, and helpful. My philosophy has always been that if you are
to survive in business, you must provide superior customer service. I plan to incorporate this philoso-
phy into every aspect of the golf business if I am awarded the contract. I plan to provide the follow-
ing services:
• Club repair and custom fitting
• Free clinics
• Handicaps
• Lessons (see below)
• Provide rental sets
• Provide rental pull carts
• Efficiently -run tournaments
• High -quality range balls
• All major credit cards accepted
• Well -organized Men's and Ladies Associations
• Video lessons
• Marshaling
• Demo clubs from major manufacturers
• Demo Days
• Driving Range
• Knowledgeable Pro Shop staff
• Colorado Links Handicapping Services
Finally, teaching golf is one of the most important and most overlooked aspects of being a PGA club
professional. I believe it is a mistake for the Head Professional to not be an active and enthusiastic
teacher. If I am awarded the Head Professional contract at Collindale, I will coordinate a first-class
instruction program along with my Teaching Assistant that offers a full range of private, group,
junior, senior, and playing lessons seven days a week during peak season.
If awarded the contract, my Teaching Assistant and I will give most of the lessons. My pricing will be
as follows:
Private Lessons Group Lessons
45 Minutes $30.00 4-6 people $50.00/hr
Playing (9 holes) $45.00 Junior prices 50% off
Junior prices 50% off
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Response to Question 1.......................................................3
Response to Question 2.......................................................5
Response to Question 3.......................................................7
Response to Question 4.......................................................9
Response to Question 5......................................................11
Response to Question 6......................................................13
Response to Question 7......................................................15
Response to Question 8......................................................17
SupplementalPage.........................................................19
PaymentSchedule..........................................................21
Proposal.................................................................23
Non -Collusion Statement....................................................25
Letters of Recommendation...................................................27
References...............................................................41
With regard to course monitoring and maintaining an acceptable pace of play, outline specifi-
cally what program you will implement. Also, how much will you (as resident pro) be involved?
Slow play has become a serious problem in golf today. With golf becoming more and more popular,
slow play has become a major issue for many players. With some effort and increased awareness
among players, I believe we can help ease the problem.
If I am awarded the contract, I will implement several new ideas to help speed up play. I will provide
marshals daily during the peak season. I will also provide marshals during off-season months on as
"as -needed" basis.
I will require Pro Shop staff to take a tour of the course at least one time during each shift. I will not
be excluded from this duty, as I believe the Head Professional must play an important role in increas-
ing play pace.
A Slow Play Committee was formed to discuss slow play issues for 1996.1 served on this committee,
and will incorporate the committee recommendations into Collindale procedures if I am awarded the
contract.
In addition, I think these suggestions may help speed up play:
• Have a wallet -size card produced with hints for quicker play. These cards could be distributed
when a player registers. Laminated cards could be kept for many years by each golfer.
• Improve yard markers on the course. In addition to the sprinkler yardage markers, we should
install perimeter markers, similar to the ones currently being used at City Park Nine and
SouthRidge Golf Courses.
• Increase the amount of signage on the course. We should install signs denoting the expected
time to reach each sign so that golfers would have more of an idea of their pace.
• The Pro Shop staff should remind each group approaching the first tee that they are expected
to finish in two hours and 5 minutes on the first 9 holes, and to finish all 18 holes in 4 hours
and 5 minutes, including time in the Caddy Shack Restaurant.
• As the Head Golf Professional, it would be my obligation to teach my students about course
etiquette and the importance of quick play. I will devote part of every lesson to speak about
slow play issues and to provide hints on how to play more quickly. I will encourage my assis-
tants to do the same.
• Group lesson participants will be given one of the Collindale Slow Play Policy Handouts.
• Make timely announcements over the PA system reminding golfers of the Course Pace
Rating.
• The Golf Staff will speak to slow groups as they finish to provide tips and suggestions on
how to speed up play for future rounds.
• Have a 10 Tips to Quicker Golf handout posted in prominent locations throughout the club-
house, including locker rooms, bulletin boards, etc.
• Have two-way radio communication between the pro shop and marshal.
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