The retirement of Diamond Mountain Golf course’s manager has prompted the city to explore new options.
Under the successful leadership of Dave Martin over the past three years, the 18-hole course has operated profitably for the first time in years. City Administrator Dan Newton recommends that now is the ideal time to lease the course to a management firm, enabling the city to continue earning profits while eliminating staff responsibilities. However, preparing an invitation for vendors would require significant staff time.
Alternatively, the council could search for a replacement manager, which would be the easiest option. Martin has agreed to finish the current season, giving the council time to search for a replacement while exploring ways to enhance the course’s appeal to potential management companies. Councilmember Mendy Shuster suggested that this could be accomplished by building a bridge or underpass across the road to the other side of the course. This would enable the now-vacant restaurant to benefit from off-site alcohol sales, which the current liquor license does not permit.
The discussion will continue in an upcoming city council meeting.
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