Submitted By: Julie Johnson
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Presentation By: Julie Johnson
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Department: Recreation and Parks
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve additional expenditures under the Agreement for Ocala Golf Club Management with Indigo Sports, LLC, in the amount of $390,000
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OCALA'S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Operational Excellence, Fiscally Sustainable
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
N/A
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BACKGROUND:
The Ocala Golf Club is the City-owned 18-hole golf course. Amenities include a full-service pro shop, driving range, snack bar, and banquet facility.
Course conditions, specifically turf maintenance, are a priority for a golf course. Maintaining the intended course design preserves the integrity of the course. Consulting services provide knowledge, expertise, and strategic direction to address potential or existing problems. These services offer another level of protection for the City's asset.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
On July 17, 2012, the City Council awarded the Agreement for Ocala Golf Club Management to Billy Casper Golf, LLC (the Original Agreement), Contract Number REC/12-011, for an initial term of five years with two optional five-year renewal terms. On January 1, 2021, Troon Golf, LLC purchased Antares Golf, LLC (formally known as Billy Casper Golf, LLC) and assumed all rights, interests, and obligations held by Anteres Golf, LLC under the Original Agreement. Troon Golf, LLC, legally changed its name to Indigo Sports, LLC (Indigo Sports) in September 2021. On July 12, 2022, City Council approved the Fourth Amendment to the Original Agreement effectively exercising the second and final renewal term with Indigo Sports under the Original Agreement.
Pursuant to the terms of the Agreement, Indigo Sports is required to provide day-to-day operations and management of the Ocala Golf Club, including employment of club personnel; supervision and management of club operations; identification of required equipment and maintenance needs; pro...
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