2024 ANNUAL MEETING
C O M M I T T E E R E P O R T S
REHOBOTH BEACH COUNTRY CLUB
Chair: Jimmy Horty HOUSE COMMITTEE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
David Boyle
Caitlin Harvey
Mary Kupfer
Riess Livaudais*
Garrett Lyons
THE TALON TRIBE
F & B T E A M A T A G L A N C E
DEPARTMENT HEAD
Jerry Schreck
NUMBER OF CULINARY TRIBE MEMBERS:
Full-Time: 15
Part-Time: 8
Seasonal: 7
NUMBER OF FRONT OF HOUSE TRIBE MEMBERS:
Full-Time: 13
Part-Time: 15
Seasonal: 25
Steve Montgomery
Joan O'Toole*
Mark Pipkin
Shae Searl*
Carl Vizzi
* Denotes Art Committee which is a sub-committee of House.
KEY TRENDS
2 0 2 3 - 2 0 2 4
HCurrentappenings
Recruiting the top available staff for both full-time as well as seasonal
Planning a creative and innovative Club calendar of events for next year
Continuing to execute an achievable and sustainable “Green Initiative” program for 2025 calendar year
Continuing to improve the Member experience
Constant development of culinary skill and technique
Creating events for younger Members (23 – 40)
Accomplishments
Expanded Member engagement by encouraging interaction around special events and menu offerings
Laid the foundation of a positive work culture where staff enjoy coming to work and being around those they work alongside
Enhanced Halfway House food offerings and décor
Transformed Bayside Grill space to attract a la carte diners previously not finding the room welcoming
Executed pool food service from the Bayside Grill which provided a more precise service standard allowing for an expanded menu and experience
Established a new Wine Club with 24 couples and an increased the wine locker program
The current cover count for FY25 YTD running April 1, 2024 through July 31. 2024 is
COVER COUNTS BY MONTH & FISCAL YEAR
BANQUET & EVENTS
$656,958
$744,647
$328,050
$179,328
$104,481
$1,116,455
Chair: Ed Brown GOLF COMMITTEE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Brian Barrows
Tina Brinsfield
Ann Huffman
Joe Kirchner - BOG
Robert Randa
Britny Whitby
MK Wills-Smith
THE TALON TRIBE
G O L F T E A M A T A G L A N C E
DEPARTMENT HEAD
Pat Mastrian, PGA
NUMBER OF TRIBE MEMBERS:
Full-Time: 6
Part-Time: 4
Seasonal: 30
Current Happenings
Centennial Planning
Fall season event preparations
2025 Calendar Planning
Working on completion of the Golf Performance Center
Accomplishments
Implemented a new golf calendar aimed at increasing course availability which allowed for an increase in starting times available
Merged the 9- & 18-Hole Ladies’ groups into the same day for a successful Ladies’ Day
Added the greeter’s gazebo including new services such as scented ice towels
Added fencing around the cart barn to visually clean up the areas around the barn used for storage
Hired 3 seasonal PGA interns and 1 highly experienced PGA Assistant Professional in a difficult market
Increased merchandise revenues year after year with greater offerings
KEY TRENDS
2 0 2 3 - 2 0 2 4
1,000,000 1,500,000 2,000,000
Chair: Mike McGuiness GREENS COMMITTEE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
William Allan
Buck Booth - BOG
Michael Davey
Steven Harvey
Bailey Scheurer
Mike Wetzel
THE TALON TRIBE
DEPARTMENT HEAD
Alan FitzGerald, CGCS MG
NUMBER OF TRIBE MEMBERS:
Full-Time: 12
Part-Time: 5
Seasonal: 18
HCurrentappenings
To continue optimizing agronomic plans, team building and the structure for the future
Training the turf to be stronger by watching, studying and recording the problem areas this year to come up with solutions to have it adapt to its microenvironment and prevent the issues happening again
Planning to replace the sod on areas like 18 fairway with more salt and drought tolerant bermudagrass
Planning to possibly replace sand in the bunkers over the winter
Working on a comprehensive flooding study, drainage plan and course redesign to prepare for the implementation of a future master plan
Getting the electric pump for the canal behind the barn installed and running to eliminate the noise from the tractor
KEY TRENDS
2 0 2 3 - 2 0 2 4
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Kept the course conditions as consistent as the weather allowed Currently, the greens roll 12-12.5ft daily and all the mowing is on a proper schedule to make sure the presentation is consistent.
Squared off the tee boxes and extended them as needed for better aesthetics and playability
Switched to native perennial plants around the property to encourage pollinators and wildlife. We returned some rough areas back to natural grasses to provide definition between holes, add some contrasting color, with the added bonus of saving resources such as labor and fuel due to the reduced mowing.
Removed hazardous trees from around the property to ensure the safety of the Members and guests
Removed the bulkhead on 6 and replaced it with a grassy bank improving safety from the failing bulkhead and improving aesthetics
Rebuilt the 19th hole after the bulkhead was replaced and set up a putting course near the pool area
Implemented new software for our chemical & fertilizer record keeping including inventory
Implemented a new digital job board which saves time by having the jobs posted when the team is finished with their morning tasks. It also tracks the labor for better budgeting and planning.
Included the new GS3 ball from the USGA which has been a great addition as it records different performance metrics from the greens and provides consistent/comparable results.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Chair: Dan Luckenbaugh
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Chuck Brinsfield
Elise Coar
Jane Humphries
Thomas Jensen
Riess Livaudais
Mike McGuiness - BOG
Dan Payne
Renee Simonton
Kathy Tsokas
M E M B E R S H I P &
DEPARTMENT HEAD
Bethany Ackerman
NUMBER OF TRIBE MEMBERS:
Full-Time: 3
Concierge: 2
KEY TRENDS
2 0 2 3 - 2 0 2 4
Accomplishments
Updated the Designated Companion policy to reflect Club and industry standards
Eliminated the Dormancy category and clearly defined the Leave of Absence policy
Continued work on the refinement of categories to present to the Board and subcommittee regarding the membership categories and 501(c)7 IRS tax rules
HCurrentappenings
Analyzing historical and projected capital based on initiation fees
Refinement of categories based on data analysis and projection to define operational dues and align Full Member Equivalent (FME) with the complete strategic plan and brand identity
Fine-tuning new Member onboarding including an upgraded orientation and implementing a welcome drip email campaign and new Member gift
Waiting list management and the incorporation of enhancing the waiting list member experience
Planning for the Club’s Centennial with the Hospitality Committee
Tracking statistics on Member usage and/or lack of usage to gauge retention
TOTAL MEMBERSHIPS
INITIATION FEE INCOME
RACQUETS COMMITTEE
Chair: Gerry Desmond
THE TALON TRIBE
DEPARTMENT HEAD
Terri Gaskill
NUMBER OF TRIBE MEMBERS:
Full-Time: 1
Seasonal: 5
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Greg Agnew
Beverly Billingsley
Janice Browne
Ann Clair
Dave Eason
Lisa Krausz
Christopher Shipp
KEY TRENDS
2 0 2 3 - 2 0 2 4
Increased levels of play with expanded offerings. Pickleball play from April – August 7 increased 26% YOY with 1397 (Members & guests) utilizing courts for reservation play alone. Tennis reservations increased 30% (Members & guests) YOY, with 1548 utilizing courts for reservation play alone.
Usage reflects more Regular Members using the pickleball courts at 70% reservations being from Regular Members and 30% Social Tennis reflects 57% Regular and 43% Social
Play for events, clinics and drill groups totals 2736 participants through early August! Nearly every event on the Calendar has been full with a wait list Many clinics and drill groups are at capacity with waitlists as well The demand for instructional play is at peak levels and additional Professional Staff will be required to meet this growing demand!
Accomplishments
Placed fencing and furniture around the pickleball courts to isolate the courts from the nearby maintenance equipment and increase seating
Delivered and utilized the new shed for storage of balls, equipment and racquet related needs
Increased participation for clinics, drill groups, more private instruction (as demand continues to increase for instructional needs) since Bill Wissinger entered into his 2nd year as Head Racquets Professional
Completed our third year of winter gatherings in Florida with great success and growing interest culminating in events on both the east and west coast of Florida
Increased parking lot pad in size and drainage installed to alleviate water build up around courts
Increased food and beverage sales by charging for some events and increasing happy hour play which in turn increased racquet participation and enthusiasm through these gatherings
HCurrentappenings
Assessing and conceptualizing the staffing needs for 2025 and beyond. Head Racquets Professional staying through the end of the calendar year to continue to offer clinics and lessons. The demand for lessons/clinics/drill and events is reaching peak levels. We can no longer service the growing needs without increasing the Professional teaching staff Increased Professional Staff will be the greatest need in 2025, in order to meet Member demands.
Continuing to foster the community feeling and involvement for the racquet’s community. The biggest differentiator for RBCC is the community we have built within the racquet’s program
Enhancing and continued enforcement of racquet rules and requirements –particularly regarding guest policies, required check-in and appropriate attire.
Continuing as a Member-centric staff. The racquets team has a primary focus on member participation and enthusiasm We continue to search for opportunities to enhance our offerings and increase overall satisfaction.
Chair: Buck Booth POOL & FITNESS COMMITTEE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
John Curling
Tina Desmond
Linda Ferrara
Matthew Greenberg
Terry Matan
Tara Rhodes
THE TALON TRIBE
P O O L & F I T N E S S
T E A M A T A G L A N C E
DEPARTMENT HEAD
Spaska Ivanov
NUMBER OF POOL & FITNESS TRIBE
MEMBERS:
Full-Time: 2
Seasonal: 14
Current Happenings
Scheduling of fall and winter fitness classes
Planning for the 2025 Swim Team
Budgeting for fiscal year 2026
Reviewing all activities and events hosted in 2024 to better plan for 2025
Accomplishments
Hosted three successful meets this summer for the RBCC Dolphins
Qualified for the State Championship with 6 RBCC swimmers
Upgraded pool amenities with speakers around the pool and a new water filtration station
Introduced an expanded and healthier menu that was executed from the Bayside Grill so that the Upper Deck Sweets and Snacks could offer only snacks this season
Improved the service at the pool with prompt, attentive, trained and courteous staff
Introduced a variety of new fitness classes offered at the Club (Power Sculpt, Ab Blast, and Balance and Core)
Well received fitness classes with Member participation in all of them
Included three new machines (Leg Extension, Leg Curl, Inner and Outer Tigh machine)
Hosted a wellness speaker series
Fitness Specialist Colleen Beck received Level 1 certification through Titleist Performance Institute. She offers complimentary golf swing analysis.
Offered 11 weeks of Youth Summer Camps. Kids had the opportunity to learn tennis, golf, sailing, skim boarding, how to fly drones, acting, dancing and how to be a RBCC Ninja Warrior.
Youth Camps Coordinator Erika Rubbico was a new addition to the team overseeing the camps this summer She brought a lot of knowledge, care and made every camp memorable for all the kids
ANNUAL MEETING Inform t
SATURDAY, AUGUST
1 0 A M I N T H E B A L L R O O
DAY OF TIMELINE:
9am - 10:30am
Ballot Voting in the Clubhouse Lobby
Approximately 11:30am Following the presentation there will be a Q&A session
The Annual Membership Meeting is open to all RBCC Members and will be available via Zoom for those not in the Rehoboth Beach area.
HIGHLIGHTS
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...AND A THANK YOU TO ALL BUILDINGS
Chair: Joe Kirchner
Jorge Goytisolo
Guy Marcozzi
Steve Rogers
Charles Werhane
GOVERNANCE
Chair: John Caruso
Sharon Covington - BOG
Richard Garabedian
Doug McCabe
Karen Schneiderman - BOG
Michael Stakias
FINANCE
Chair: John McCooey
John Collins
Lew Fader
Stephen Gale
Sanjay Kapuria
Karl Martin
Andrew Metz - BOG
Philip Morse
MK Wills-Smith
Jim Zambito
LONG RANGE PLANNING
Chair: Dan Coar
Morgen Busch
Frank Devine
Matthew Hastings
Scott Lanham
Denis O'Toole
Suzanne Rowland
Greg Slonaker
Laura Truchio
Chris Vanuga
NOMINATING
Chair: Mike Stakais
Brian Barrows
Gerry Desmond - BOG
Lora Drewer
Sanjay Kapuria
Joe Kirchner - BOG
Suzanne Rowland
ADDITIONAL COMMMITTEES!
LEGAL & INSURANCE
Chair: Andrew Metz
Ed Brown - BOG
Christopher Browne
Steve Fennell
Riko Metzroth
Jay Rosenblum
Renee Simonton
Scott Talbott
Joan Wolfle
Dick Zaragoza
GRIEVANCE
Chair: Douglas McCabe & Bob Friend
Ronald Chaney
Gary Klein (in memoriam)
Kathy Tsokas
AD-HOC COI/BYLAWS
Chair: John Caruso & Andrew Metz
Dan Coar - BOG
Nancy Freebery
Dan Krausz
Mike Stakias
HOSPITALITY
Chair: Karen Schneiderman
Jeremy Fitzgerald
Frank Fraser
Lori Hardwick
Kimberly Hutzel
Peggy Marilley
Marilyn Martens
Raquel Maynes
Sally McDonough
Susie Nevins
Diane Palmieri
Barbara Sievers
Anne Slonaker
Laura Truchio
Kathy Werhane
Cathy Zambito
AD-HOC
CAPITAL DUES
Chair: John McCooey
John Caruso - BOG
Sharon Covington - BOG
Dan Coar - BOG
Nancy Freebery
Andrew Metz - BOG
Jim Zambito
Clubhouse: 302-227-3811
Golf Shop: 302-227-3616
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