Northern Ohio GCSA March/April 2014 Newsletter

2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT

Mal McLaren Award Government Relations

Scott Brickley [email protected]

330.725.2829

VICE PRESIDENT Strategic Planning/Historical

Mark Figurella [email protected]

330.562.1691

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Sean McHugh, CGCS

[email protected] 440.232.7247

CHAPTER ADMINISTRATOR

Finance/Communication/Benevolent Michelle L. Frazier-Feher, CGCS


TRUSTEES

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Golf & Tournament Bryan Fitch


Program & Education

Lance Green [email protected]

440.725.3442

Website Craig Kachline


Membership

Tobin (Toby) Lane [email protected]

330.332.9095

Program & Education Sam Leatherberry


Social/Assistant Relations

Eric Snodgrass [email protected]

330.477.5111

ASSISTANT GCS RELATIONS/ Program & Education Dave Willmott


INDUTRIAL RELATIONS Scholarship & Research

Matt Kilpeck [email protected]

440.724.1223 &

Lenny Marino [email protected]

216.401.1152

Mission Statement Promoting the profession of the golf course superintendent

through education, camaraderie and cooperation among fellow members in Northern Ohio since 1923

Schedule of Events 3 GCSAA News 4 By The Board - December 6 By The Board - January 8 On The Road with the USGA 10 Chad Mark named Superintendent of the year 11 April Meeting Notice 12 OSHA News 16 OSU Family of Fungicides Chart 17 GCSAA Field Staff Update 20 Advertiser Directory 21

Im sure most of us have had the opportunity to observe the impact that this winter has had on our turf. Ive seen a wide array of conditions on my course from extensive leaf desiccation to greens that looked perfectly fine whether due to location or timely blankets of snow cover. Whatever your

case may be, be thankful that we didnt have to deal with the extensive periods of ice cover like our colleagues up north are having to manage. The good news for all of is April is right around the corner and looks like it will be bring some seasonal temperatures for us to enjoyThank You Lord! Our Reverse Raffle was another success for the benefit of Scholarship and Research Programs. Later this year we will be presenting The George Biddulph and the Legacy Award Scholarships to some deserving students, not to mention NOGCSA will be partnering with the GCSAA and other Ohio Chapters to provide funding for research on the use of Giberrellin Synthesis-Inhibiting Plant Growth Regulators for the Prevent of Acidovorax avenae Infection of Creeping Bentgrass. Please keep in mind that none of this would be possible without your generosity and support. I sincerely want to thank each and everyone of you who has been a part of this great event throughout the years, its because of you we are able to provide these scholarships and do the research improve our industry. I also, would like to thank Raintree Country Club for hospitality, food and spirits. The staff at Raintree C. C. always does an outstanding job! Last but not least, thank you to Michelle Feher and the entire Board for tireless effort in making this event a success year after year. Thanks again to everyone!

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March 1, 2014

Reverse Raffle

Raintree Country Club

Cost: $65/person

Time: 6:00 PM

April 6, 2014

NOGCSA Education

Place: Lake Forest C.C.

Host: Tom Bolon & NOGCSA

Cost: $35/pp

Time: 8:30 AM

Topics: OSHA Consulting & Trench Safety

Points: 0.3 education points

May 8, 2014

Grantwood G.C.

Host: David Peck

Cost: TBD

Time: TBD

Speaker: TBD

Points: 0.1 TBD

June 9, 2014

Club Officials Meeting

Shady Hollow C.C.

Host: Chuck Hayes

Cost: TBD

Time: TBD

Speaker: TBD

Points: 0.1 TBD

June 13, 2014

NOGCSA Family & Friend Night

Akron RubberDucks

Place: Canal Park

Cost: $7/pp

Time: 7:05 PM

July 26-27, 2014

Family & Friend Picnic

Place: Clays Park

Cost: $25/pp for both days

or

$15/pp for Sat. or Sun.

August 13, 2014

Industry Day

Bob O Link G.C. Hosts: Bob & Bryan Fitch

Cost: Demo & Lunch - $0

Golf TBD Time: TBD

Points: 0.1 TBD

September 17, 2014

Annual Clam Bake

Ridge Top G.C.

Host: Gregg Bobbs

Cost: $75

Time: 12:00 PM Shotgun

Points: 0.1 service points

November 2014

Annual Meeting

November 21, 2014

Night at the Races

Northfield Park Rocksino

Host: NOGCSA

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The Program and Educational Committee along with the Golf and Tournament Committee has done an outstanding job in solidifying the 2014 schedule of events and currently taking reservations to host an event for 2015. Please act fast these dates are going quickly! April 9th we will have an educational meeting hosted by Tom Bolon and NOGCSA at Lake Forest Country Club. We are privileged to have Richard Minks CSP, CHMM, with OSHA Onsite Safety and Health Consultants and Josh Robles with Baker Corporation discussing Trench Safety Systems. Also Mark Jordan will be giving us an update on the GCSAA and Brian Laurent bring us to speed on whats new with OTF. This certainly will be a very informative meeting, dont forget to reserve your spot before the deadline arrives. Our May 9th Meeting takes to Grantwood Golf Course for our first round of The Club Officials Championship. On June 9th we find ourselves at Shady Hollow Country Club for the second round of The Club Officials Championship both of these beautiful tracks will test your skill as well as your patients, so bring your A game. Im certainly excited about August 13th Vendor Day being held at Bob o Link Golf Course. Mark Figurella, Matt Kilpeck, Lenny Marino and Jason Bennett in coordination with host Brian Fitch have taken it upon themselves to create an event that will certainly want you coming back for more. This will not be your ordinary Vendor Day and you could possibly find yourself walking away with a hundred dollar bill in your pocket, but dont take my word for it come see for yourself on Aug 13th. Our September 18th Meeting takes to one of Medina

gems, Ridge Top Golf Course will be hosting our Annual Clam Bake. Always a popular event. Dont be left out! Oct 20th we are currently on a joint meeting with Greater Pittsburg GCSA to be held at Youngstown Country Club. Please stay tuned for more details to come soon. Dont forget about our social events. Boss events are still going strong and April 23rd is your next opportunity take part in an impromptu get together with fellow Superintendents at the Montrose winking Lizard. Please contact Dave Willmott for details. also Toby Lane will be hosting a Boss get together at the Pour House Pub May 2nd. Please contact Toby for details. June 13th we will find ourselves at Akron Rubber Ducks game. Tickets are $7.00 each and its fireworks night. The Kids Picnic slated for July 26th & 27th. This is outstanding venue for the kids with plenty of activities from swimming, waterslides to hiking and biking and even miniature golf. Camping is available to anyone interested. As you can see Board has been hard at work. Please keep in mind these dates and try to attend at least one of these meetings if your schedule allows. I guarantee you will take something away of value from every meeting. Hope to see you there. Warmest Regards, Scott Brickley NOGCSA President [email protected]

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Have you been to a BOSS Day Yet?

If you havent made it out to your area BOSS Day keep an eye on your e-mails! One will be coming near you soon! These are great no muss, no fuss networking events . Come out and chat with fellow members of the NOGCSA. They have be come very popular with anywhere from 10-35 people stopping by to say hi!

Burntwood Tavern

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President Brickley called the Board of Trustees of the Northern Ohio Chapter of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America meeting to order at 1:15 P.M. Roll Call: Bennett, Brickley, Feher, Figurella, Fitch, Green, Kachline, Kilpeck, Lane, Leatherberry, Miller and Willmott, present. Snodgrass Late. Conner, McHugh Absent. Industrial Representative Kilpeck moved to accept the minutes with corrections from the November regular board meeting. Past President Kachline seconded. Motion passed. Budget and Finance: Chapter Administrator Feher reported that there is currently $3,905.29 in the checking account, $29.781.67 in the money market, $31,299.73 in the Scholarship & Research account and $112.85 in the PayPal account. The profit and loss shows a net income of $7,422.53. The year to date comparison of 2013 vs. 2012 shows a positive net income of 219.6% or an increase of $5,099.81. The Board asked what contributed to the increase in income this year. Chapter Administrator reported it was due to increase in advertising dollars & reverse raffle income. Program and Education: Trustee Green reported that he was spinning his wheels trying to find panelists. The Board recommended to see if John Miller could moderate Each Board Member would also supply five questions to be used to ask the panelists. Future speakers recommended were Bill Brown from Philadelphia & Keith Happ from the USGA Editorial: Chapter Administrator Feher reported she needed articles from the BOD. Trustee Willmott said he would send out the questions for the Superintendent profile and start gathering profiles for the newsletter. Golf & Tournament: No Report.

Membership & Welcoming: Chapter Administrator Feher will put together new member list for Trustee Lane. President Brickley recommended that packets should go out in a timely fashion. Social: Trustee Snodgrass will contact Northfield Park to get info for a night at the races, similar to events we used to do there. The BOD discussed doing the Rubber Ducks game on June 13. Chapter Administrator Feher to see if date is available and purchase tickets. Feher also reported that Clays Park is scheduled for July 26 & 27. Strategic Planning: The Board set the strategic planning meeting for January 27, 2014 at Barrington C.C @ 8 AM 3 PM. We need three new binders. Historical & Benevolent: President Brickley discussed the need to start planning for the 100th Anniversary. He suggested a need to set up a fund or allocate monies to an account. The BOD will discuss further at strategic planning meeting. Chapter Administrator Feher reported that there were a couple people interested in our 80th anniversary books. She asked if we are willing to sell them. The BOD agreed to do so. Public Relations: No Report. Industrial Relations: The BOD discussed the candidate for the next Industrial Representative appointee. Assistant Relations: No Report. Employment Relations: Chapter Administrator Feher reported Lyons Den Golf Course requested our help. Mal McLaren Award: No Report. Scholarship and Research: Industrial Representative Kilpeck will follow up with Dr. Gardner on his research project. continued on page 8

Barrington Country Club December 10, 2013

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Government Relations: No Report Website: Trustee Bennett will discuss Facebook with Kregg. Old Business: Reverse Raffle Industrial Representative Miller will work on getting a block of room at the Cambria Suites. Chapter Administrator Feher discussed gathering of Silent Auction Items and starting now. Regional Impromptu Social Gathering December 11 Kachline & Figurella will host at Burntwood Tavern at 3:00 today January 9th Fitch at Paninis Westlake New Business: Chapter Administrator Feher presented the following applications for membership: Luke Morgan Windmill Lakes C.C. Class C Jim Keller Shearer Golf Equipment Class AFF Chapter Administrator Feher presented the following members for reinstatement: None

Chapter Administrator Feher presented the following members for reclassification: None Trustee Fitch motioned to accept the above for membership pending payment and Trustee Kachline seconded. Motion passed. OPAR Meeting NOGCSA was requested to meet with OPAR on December 18. President Brickley will be going if anyone else can attend please let him know Turf Scholarship Chapter Administrator Feher reported that we received on application from Andrew Northeim. Industrial Representative Kilpeck motioned to award a $1000 scholarship to Andrew Northeim and Trustee Snodgrass seconded. Motion Passed Correspondence: The NOGCSA received a Thank you note from Megan Webner. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 27, 2014, at 8:00 A.M. at the Barrington C.C. President Brickley adjourned the meeting at 2:48 P.M.

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President Brickley called the Board of Trustees of the Northern Ohio Chapter of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America strategic planning meeting to order at 8:50 AM ROLL CALL: Bennett, Brickley, Feher, Figurella, Fitch, Kilpeck, Leatherberry, Marino, McHugh, Miller, Willmott present. Lane Late. Conner, Green, Kachline, and Snodgrass Absent Mark Jordan was supposed to give a report on running for the GCSAA and a government relations update, but he was unable to make it. Trustee Bennett moved to accept the minutes from the December 10, 2013, regular board meeting. Secretary/Treasurer Fitch seconded. Motion passed PRESIDENTS MESSAGE President Brickley thanked the outgoing board members and welcomed the new and returning board members.

Brickley told the Board that he was looking forward to working with everyone. He asked that everyone please reply all to e-mails respond to all e-mails and try to attend every meeting or at least make a majority of them. He requested that if you are unable to attend a meeting to please send a report a head of time. Committee chairs dont feel that you should take the brunt of the duties and do it all yourself. Get help and take advantage of your committee members. Brickley encouraged each committee chair and co-chairs to get two non-Board members on to your committees. The Board suggested several members to ask such as Kent Turner, Mike Minks, Matt Kolcun, and Jim Robinson. It was also recommended that we put out an e-blast for committee members to see if we can get some additional members interested in joining a committee. continued on page 9

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President Brickley reported that Trustee Green had resigned and that Trustee Kachline will possibly be leaving the board within the next six months. COMMITTEE REPORTS Budget & Finance Chapter Administrator Feher reported that there was currently $3,915.14 in the checking account, $30,302.36 in the scholarship & research account, $28,784.17 in the money market account and $939.79 in the Pay Pal Account. The Profit & Loss for 2013 shows Net Income of $6,219.72. The Net Income for 2013 versus 2012 increased by 27.7%. Secretary/Treasurer Fitch asked why we have so much money in our accounts. Chapter Administrator reported that it is standard operating practice to carry one years operating funds in our accounts. Currently, excluding our Scholarship & Research account, we only have six months of operating funds in the Money Market. Program & Education President Brickley asked Trustee Leatherberry how Georgia booked meetings. Trustee Leatherberry said that they were set a year out. Assistant Relations Liaison Willmott said he should put a list of topics/ speakers together and get them lined up. Willmott asked about an educational seminar in April instead of golf. Suggestions were for a full day OSHA seminar and global MS sheets seminar. Chapter administrator Feher reported that we needed the information two months out. Willmott reported that he would talk to the OSHA consultant Sharon Country Club uses. Industrial Representative Kilpeck also reported that Brian Laurent would like to get on the schedule to talk to members. Editorial Chapter Administrator Feher reported that the January/February issue will be out this weekend and advertising contracts out this week. Feher also passed out a sample of the Rocky Mountain Chapter Industry Partner Level. Industrial Representative Kilpeck partner levels have not been right, and recommends that we tie them in to the entire association level. The question was raised again about meeting sponsorship. Past President McHugh believes we should open our meetings up for sponsorship. Industrial representative Marino doesnt believe we should open meetings up for sponsorship. The Board discussed what kind of money we would be looking at for sponsorship. There was discussion about doing hole sponsorship throughout the entire year at all meetings.

Industrial Representatives Kilpeck and Marino with Ryan Miller will look at Industry Partner levels for 2015 and put some suggestions together. Golf & Tournament - May will be hosted by Grantwood G.C.; June Club Officials meeting will be hosted at Shady Hollow C.C. Dates are still to be determined. BobO Link G.C. will host vendor day on August 13. The Board discussed putting together a program showing the Demo of products. We will tell members to come and look at equipment; they dont have to play golf, possibly have people set up on tees or do demos. Change the name to something like Technology Show (the Board will work on the name). The Board also agreed to offer a free lunch of hot dogs, brats, chips & sodas during the event. The Clambake is scheduled at Ridge Top C.C. for September 17 Mark Jordan wants to do a joint meeting with Greater Pittsburgh @ Youngstown C.C. Trustee Leatherberry will follow up with Jordan for date. Bennett reported that we need to replace wax proximity pens. We also still have proximity at Brookledge The Board discussed doing framed letter again not as extravagant as the ones in the past. It was also recommended that the Board send thank you notes to all hosts after the meetings. Vice President Figurella suggested offering a half-day with the USGA for hosting a meeting The Board discussed the meeting costs, and agreed that $45 was still a good target and would like to try to keep it in that range. There was also discussion about 9 hole rounds and doing a meeting where that mixed up people playing golf. Membership & Welcoming Trustee Lane reports that he got an e-mail from Chapter Administrator Feher and he took info in to get packets sent out to all new members. The Board discussed putting together a welcoming committee to call new people.

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RECOVERY WILL BE PART OF THE PREPARATION FOR THE SEASON

By Keith Happ, director, North-Central Region March 19, 2014

It has become clear that for some golf facilities in the North-Central Region a major factor in preparing for the upcoming season will be recovery. Despite all efforts to prevent turf loss during severe winter weather, some of the weaker grasses may have succumbed to Mother Nature. Damage to Poa annuaand perennial ryegrass from direct low-temperature kill or anoxia has already been observed in portions of the North-Central region. During a typical spring, superintendents prepare for the season by aerating soils to stimulate root growth and promote turf health. Spring is a critical time for cool-season grasses during which an abundance of natural root growth occurs. Aerating in the spring takes advantage of this natural occurrence thereby helping prepare turf for the stresses of summer. If turf damage has occurred, turf density must be re-established to provide an adequate playing surface. To help re-establish turf populations this spring, aerating damaged areas can be done to facilitate seed incorporation and help speed recovery. Commercially available tools, such as the Job-Saver attachment, are designed to help ensure maximum seed-to-soil contact. This attachment can be installed on most types of aeration equipment and is used to dimple the soil surface prior to seeding. The Job-Saver attachment is often used following conventional aeration and topdressing. One common procedure for using the Job-Saver is as follows: First, core-aerate and topdress to fill the aeration holes; then apply seed to the damaged areas; and lastly, use the Job-Saver attachment on the damaged areas. We know that there has been varying degrees of surface damage on putting greens, low-lying areas of fairways and portions of tees in the North-Central region. Reestablishing surface quality on damaged greens will be the main priority this spring, and aeration strategies will play a key role in the recovery process. Please give our office a call if you have any questions. Source: Keith Happ [email protected] USGAs Course Consulting Service Contact the Green Section Staff

(T) Poa annua does not tolerate prolonged periods of ice cover or extended periods of severe low temperatures. Northern portions of the North-Central Region have experienced the full wrath of the winter conditions. (B) The Job Saver attachment can be used to maximize seed-to-soil contact and help speed recovery of damage caused by severe winter conditions.

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Syngenta-sponsored award recognizes superintendents commitment to golf course management. Syngenta-sponsored award recognizes superintendents commitment to golf course management. Applicants evaluated on experience with overcoming challenges, mentoring, service to the golf course and more. GREENSBORO, N.C., USA, February 25, 2014 Chad Mark of The Kirtland Country Club in Willoughby, Ohio, was named the 2013 TurfNet Superintendent of the Year, which is sponsored by Syngenta Turf and Landscape. The award ceremony held on February 6, 2014 also recognized nominated finalists at the Syngenta booth during the Golf Industry Show in Orlando, Fla. Providing career opportunities for new generations, maintaining the courses No. 1 ranking for golf courses in northeast Ohio and handling a major flood in a few days are important factors from Chads references, said Bob Goglia, head of marketing for Syngenta Turf and Landscape in North America. They prove he is a passionate and well-rounded superintendent. Applicants who apply for Superintendent of the Year are evaluated on their experience with overcoming challenges, mentoring their colleagues and assistants, service to the golf course, renovation projects and other factors. Mark was selected as Superintendent of the Year out of 96 applicants and six finalists. The following were also selected as finalists: Matt Gourlay of Colbert Hills in Manhattan, Kan.; Brad Joliff of Kickingbird Golf Course in Edmond, Okla.; Curtis Nickerson of University Park Country Club in University Park, Fla.; Josh Saunders of Longue Vue Club in Penn Hills, Pa. and Matt Shaffer of Merion Golf Club, host of the 2013 U.S. Open in Ardmore, Pa. Mark has served as superintendent of Kirtland Country Club for 10 years where he portrays outstanding dedication to his staff, club members and the golf course every day. Chads thoroughness and

communication skills have helped our membership gain an appreciation for his craft, said Brian Zollar, president of Kirtland Country Club. He helps us achieve a deeper understanding of what it takes to manage turf conditions which help provide a superior course each member-family can enjoy on a daily basis. To learn more about the Superintendent of the Year award, please visit www.TurfNet.com or watch the award announcement. For more information about Syngenta Turf and Landscape, visit www.GreenCastOnline.com. You can follow Syngenta Turf on social media through Twitter (@SyngentaTurf). About Syngenta Syngenta is one of the world's leading companies with more than 28,000 employees in over 90 countries dedicated to our purpose: Bringing plant potential to life. Through world-class science, global reach and commitment to our customers we help to increase crop productivity, protect the environment and improve health and quality of life. For more information about us please go to www.syngenta.com. Media Contacts: Lyndsey Newnam (919) 870-5718 [email protected] Mark LaFleur (336) 632-6138 [email protected]

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The Board discussed a New Membership drive. We would put together an info packet to show benefits to new members & make personal calls to them. Social - Trustee Snodgrass sent an e-mail report about Northfield Park. He recommends we will look at for October for this. Chapter Administrator Feher reported that the RubberDucks game is set for June 13th, the cost is $7/pp and game time 7:05 PM + fireworks, Family & Friends Picnic & campout is July 26th & 27th. It was suggested that we add testimonials to the flyers. Strategic Planning Meeting today Historical & Benevolent Vice President Figurella reports that we need to do the same program for the Hall of Fame as last year and advertise it more. Public Relations Past President McHugh will get a date for us for Camp Cheerful. McHugh will also see if there is more we can do to help. We should also add testimonials to the flyer and advertise more. Industrial Relations Additional discussions on Industry Day Industrial Representatives Marino and Kilpeck, Trustee Leatherberry, Assistant Liaison Willmott, and Ryan Miller will work on the plan and schedule and present it to the Board. Assistant Relations no report Employment Relations Lyons Den G.C. is in 2nd interview process, Berkshire Hills G.C. possibly may be open, Jim Noel is no longer at Lakewood. Mal McLaren Award no report Scholarship & Research Industrial Representative Kilpeck reported that Dr. Gardner did get funds from GCSAA but NOGCSA did not get info in time so he will not receive matching funds for our contribution. Gardner did say he would like our $3000. Past President McHugh will follow up with the GCSAA to see if we can get the matching funds. Kilpeck will forward Fehers info to Dr. Gardner for billing. Government & Environmental Relations President Brickley had a quarterly briefing discussing the state of the government & impact on current issues. Farm Bill (NPDES & Clean Water) & immigration reform big topics. Chava McKeal from the GCSAA brought up that

they will launch a government relations e-portal and newsletter. Hop topics, Methyl Bromide use extension until Nov. 30, Scottie Heins discussed about BMPs for water usage. Trustee Leatherberry recommended that we see what we can do to be in front of this BMPs instead of the State dictating them to us. President Brickley reported that Mark Jordan was supposed to be working on this with several others. Brickley will touch base to see if Mark Jordan has done any further work on this. Website The Board discussed sending and E-blast/survey section out requesting committee volunteers & looking for course hosts in 2015. Chapter Administrator Feher needs to update BOD pictures. The Board also discussed the need to do a better job of updating the website and keep it up dated There was also discussion about adding a philanthropy page. We will look at revisiting in the future once we have the website updated. NEW COMMITTEE Bylaws & Ethics Chapter Administrator Feher reported by laws updated last time in 2008 Brickley, Fitch & Willmott will be on committee, committee will write a committee description to start. OLD BUSINESS Reverse Raffle Update The Board discussed Tickets Sold, Silent Auction Items and went over sales Regional Impromptu Social Gatherings Sectary/Treasurer Fitch reported he had 20 people at his January 9 Boss event. Bennett & Brickley will host on February 12 at Johnny Js in Medina at 3:00. Willmott will do one for the Akron group with the date TBD. continued on page 14

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100th Anniversary - Bank Account & Contributions President Brickley would like to set up a new bank account for 100th anniversary. Vice President Figurella made a motion and Secretary/Treasurer Fitch 2nd to open a 4th bank account ear marked for 100th anniversary. We will start the account with $1,000 and every year at the strategic planning meeting the BOD will decide how much goes in for the next year. It was also suggested that we do a 50/50 raffle at every meeting. Ron McArdle Shale Creek President Brickley will contact him to touch base with him in regards to further update and progress. NEW BUSINESS Chapter Administrator Feher presented the following applications for membership: Jason Shafer Kurtz Brothers Aff Chapter Administrator Feher presented the following members for reinstatement: None Chapter Administrator Feher presented the following members for reclassification: None Trustee Leatherberry motioned Secretary/Treasurer Fitch seconded to approve the above for membership. The motion passed. OPAR Meeting Brickley reported he attended the meeting and they have one of the top lobbyists in the State of Ohio with Belinda Jones. Related more to the farmers. Big picture with OPAR is, they are in trouble and $20,000 in debt. Dues collection is part of the problem. In future all Association will be $500 they want to do individual notices at $25 for individual memberships. Matt Welch Research Project Request with one product we are unwilling. We would consider if there were other similar products. Chapter Administrator Feher to put letter together and send to Brickley & Figurella for review and then go to rest of board Wee One Foundation OTF will be having a

fundraiser for them. We will advertise the event on line and send to membership once we received details. Assistant of The Year Application Chapter Administrator Feher presented one application for Assistant of the Year - Matt Kolcun. The Board agreed to give it to Matt Kolcun and pass out the award at April education meeting. Chapter Administrator Job Description & Salary - The Board discussed Chapter Administrator Fehers duties and salary. The Board agreed upon a $1,500 increase this year. Feher would make a job description of the duties the Chapter Administrator should be doing. Contingent upon completing duties agreed upon by NOGCSA an additional $1,000 would be added in 2015. Motioned was made by Past President McHugh and seconded by Secretary/Treasurer Fitch. Motion passed Chapter Administrator Feher will put Action items together in e-mail when minutes are sent out as well as putting the date, time and place reminder in the e-mail. Except for February the Regular Meeting times 2nd Thursday of every month @ 11:00 AM There was no correspondence. The next Board meeting is set for February 18, 2014 at 11:00 AM at Barrington C.C. President Brickley adjourned the meeting at 2:30 P.M.

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(Jerry) Gerald E Husemann Senior Sales Specialist Phone: 937-492-8597 Mobile: 937-604-5617 [email protected]

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SPRING IS COMING! Here in the Great Lakes region some of us are finally seeing turf again. This has been one of the harshest winters we have seen in quite some time. Heavy snows, wind and extremely cold temperatures have been with us since November, and while we are having a quick thaw, more cold is on the way. Now that we are seeing peeks of sun and warmth, I am sure your golfers are getting anxious to be out on the golf course. It is this time of year that superintendents have to make those tough decisions, such as should the golf course be open or be closed. At these times, it is important for superintendents to be great communicators and back up that communication with information. This information comes in the form of articles written by the experts and GCSAA can help you get your hands on those articles. One of the benefits of being a GCSAA member is the access you have to the Turfgrass Information Files (TGIF) housed at Michigan State University. The university staff has taken all of the articles ever written about turf and digitized them. Once you are on the TGIF site, just type in the topic you want to research, such as winter golf or freeze thaw damage, and you will get a list of articles available about those topics. TGIF can be accessed in the Course section of the GCSAA website at www.gcsaa.org/course/. We are just back from the very successful GCSAA Education Conference and Golf Industry Show. The numbers were up in all categories and this is a very encouraging sign for the golf industry. If you were not able to attend, or if you attended and missed some of the events, many of them have been captured by GCSAA TV, which you can access at gcsaa.tv. Take a look at the video of Bill Engvall at the closing session, it is terrific. Congratulations to the new GCSAA board of directors, including Keith Ihms, CGCS, who is the new President. Election results can be viewed on the GCSAA website. The conclusion of the conference and show usually signals that the season is close to starting in the Great Lakes region, which means monthly meetings will be starting soon. I will be attending as many monthly meetings as I can and hope to see many members at every event. If I miss you at an event, and you have a question or if I can help you with your GCSAA membership please don't hesitate to contact me. Have a great spring!

John Miller, CGCS | Field Staff, Regional Representative (Great Lakes) Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) [email protected] www.gcsaa.org | www.eifg.org

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Arms Trucking

Brian Bates

800.362.1343

Baker Vehicle Systems

Harland Baker, Rick Baker,

Kevin Kroll, Lenny Marino

330.467.2250

BASF Corporation

Gerald Husemann

937.604.5617

Century Equipment

Norton Brick - Tim Hughes -

Ryan Miller - Ron Smolik

800.522.8676

Harrells Turf Specialty Glenn Omori

440.439.1393

H & S Stump Removal

Jack Hopkins

330.654.2347

Perk Air

Bob Doty

330.296.7307

Precision Golf Construction

Mike ODonnell, CGCS 440.285.2117

South East Golf Car Co.

888.684.4653

Syngenta

Gregg Schaner

614-878-6746

TERRA Links

Walker Supply

Mike Sekula - Bill Walker

800.792.5537

Wolf Creek Company

Scott Knowles

937.854.2694

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