Golf Board of Governors Meeting August 17, 2026

The City of Wichita Golf Board of Governors held a meeting on August 17, 2026, focusing on operational updates and upcoming projects related to city golf courses. Key procurement-related discussions included the progress on irrigation system upgrades, with a finalized construction design ready for an RFP to be issued soon. The RFP will be open for three weeks with a pre-bid meeting planned, aiming for vendor selection by mid to late September. The board also discussed plans for a turf conversion project scheduled for September, which will impact course play temporarily. Financial updates highlighted strong revenue despite some operational challenges, and there was mention of budgeting for necessary repairs such as a $24,000 pipe repair and ongoing maintenance costs. Additionally, the board reviewed plans for future golf cart replacements, considering lease timelines and maintenance issues. No formal votes on contracts were recorded, but the meeting included detailed planning and budgeting discussions that will influence upcoming procurement activities.