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Last summer my husband and I traveled 6,745 miles around our western states an d
Canada . We played golf on the municipal courses in many places where we stopped for
the night or several days . We were always comparing them with our courses, especiall y
Laguna Lakes . Most places the prices were comparable . Due to the differences in climat e
the greens and fairways were not up to our community course standards .There were
however, some very challenging courses and most were 18 holes . Most of the course s
offered a place for their high schools to practice and learn the game . We were very aware ,
after playing a few courses, of the "little jewel" we have in Laguna Lakes . This is like the
diamond in the crown of our community !
We have people parks, bike paths, walking trails, dog parks but only one in-tow n
community golf course . How lucky we are !
I am well aware of the tough financial times we are facing but it's important to look at
the big picture and the lasting repercussions some decisions can have .
Laguna Lakes serves a diverse group of people both children with their families, colleg e
students and the senior set . We are providing an opportunity for children to exercis e
while learning the game of golf and good sportsmanship . The education department s
have cut back recreation programs at the same time stating our children don't get enoug h
exercise .. Somehow this doesn't make sense to me . So we as a community must offe r
every opportunity to keep our families healthy .
In considering golf course maintenance costs compared to park maintenance costs I'm
sure it is more . But not much, since the golf course does have some income .
I hope in considering golf versus park you members of the council will realize what a n
asset the Laguna Lakes Golf Course is to the all over image of our lovely communit y
and what an opportunity it affords so many people to enjoy exercise and the outdoors ..
Sincerely ,
Mary C . Hough
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May 20, 201 0
Re: Laguna Lakes Golf Cours e
Dear Council Members ,
1701 Los Osos Valley Rd .
Los Osos , CA . 93402
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