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• Big Island — Maintenance and cleaning were performed weekly throughout the summer, and septic tanks
<br />were pumped out —a significant task for an island.
<br />• Tree Maintenance — Many trees in the parks were trimmed to remove dead branches, raise the canopy,
<br />and improve overall health. Several Ash trees were removed due to the impact of the Emerald Ash Borer
<br />(EAB). The Parks Department staff, along with a certified arborist, are currently implementing a Tree
<br />Management Plan. This plan will guide the city and staff in making thoughtful decisions as we address the
<br />Emerald Ash Borer damage throughout our parks, facilities, and right-of-way's. This project was made
<br />possible by a grant awarded by Hennepin County, representing an exciting opportunity for the City of
<br />Orono to maintain and protect one of its greatest assets.
<br />6.05 Golf Course.
<br />The Orono Orchard Golf Course had another successful year. Kim Linder,
<br />the clubhouse manager, played a key role in introducing new leagues and
<br />expanding the junior golfer program. Last year, all league nights were fully
<br />booked, and they are returning this year with additional morning leagues.
<br />The golf course hosted four tournaments, all of which had great turnouts.
<br />Spring rains temporarily alleviated drought conditions, but summer
<br />brought heavy rains that created wet conditions, impacting cart usage on
<br />the course and leading to fewer rounds played. By September, near -
<br />record warm temperatures and minimal rainfall returned drought
<br />conditions in the fall of 2024, which increased the need for staff to
<br />manage watering and irrigation repairs.
<br />Additionally, drainage repairs were completed between the 4th green and the 5th tee box, as well in and around
<br />the clubhouse.
<br />Golf Course Revenues
<br />Year
<br />2020
<br />2021
<br />2022
<br />2023
<br />2024
<br />Greens Fees
<br />$246,026.24
<br />$252,577.16
<br />$240,372.36
<br />$275,949.80
<br />$230,790.11
<br />Rentals- Golf Carts &
<br />Clubs
<br />$85,925
<br />$101,383.11
<br />$103,678.33
<br />$113,071.04
<br />$90,666.09
<br />Alcohol Sales
<br />$12,066.89
<br />$16,159.11
<br />$20,686.46
<br />$26,161.23
<br />$20,175.92
<br />Concessions
<br />$5,163.29
<br />$9,048.63
<br />$11,561.61
<br />$12,267.26
<br />$10,522.98
<br />Merchandise
<br />$3,928.32
<br />$6,053.66
<br />$5,966.67
<br />$6,013.00
<br />$6,584.00
<br />$353,109.60
<br />$385,221.67
<br />$382,265.43
<br />$433,462.33
<br />$358,739.10
<br />&XL.m �"`- In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the golf
<br />300Yea Celebration course, a new pavilion was built, with generous support
<br />from the Orono Lions Club, and new apple trees were
<br />planted nearby. Tree and buckthorn removal also
<br />became a significant focus for the staff at the course.
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