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Orono Planning Commission 4-21-2025 <br />Woodhill Country Club Renovation Project <br /> <br />Our goal is to restore Minnesota’s only original Donald Ross-designed golf course to <br />its original intent, integrating modern players, technology, and agronomics with Ross’ <br />classic design. This project was initiated due to pressing player safety concerns and the <br />need to repair crumbling infrastructure essential for the land's function as both a sports <br />facility and wildlife habitat. During the planning process, Woodhill’s mission and goals <br />expanded to enhance sustainability efforts, which have been a cornerstone of Woodhill’s <br />mission since its designation as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary in 1994. Additionally, <br />we aim to improve playability for players with slower swing speeds, thereby increasing <br />accessibility for a wider demographic of golfers. <br />Work will include the installation of a new irrigation system, replacement of bunker <br />sands and drainage, minor aesthetic tweaks, widening of fairways, installation of new <br />teeing grounds, removal of select trees, replacement of a crumbling storm sewer system <br />and removal and replacement of bituminous cart paths. We will also be filling in two man- <br />made ponds that no longer function as golf course features and fail to facilitate natural <br />drainage on the property. <br />The project will run from July 8th to November 30th, 2025. Construction will occur <br />M-F from 7am to 6pm and Saturdays from 7am – 1pm. Delivery frequency will vary by work <br />stage. There will be no material hauling off site. Expect up to 20 contractor vehicles daily. <br /> <br />137