Fairfield Park

[jasonc]

There really isn't a date for completion. Things will get done as the RLAPD does them. It's not a surprise for me but it's still a bummer.

As usual they say they have too much work to complete the project this summer. They are supposed to rent the machine to do final clearing this fall. Baskets are supposed to be moved early spring 2013. Who knows when the tee pads will be done. I wouldn't expect that much before fall of 2013 but I wouldn't be surprised to see it move in to 2014.

That is a bummer.  I am still willing to help out organizing/participating in a work day if RLAPD allows it.

I wish I could help out with a $$$ contribution to help the cause, but my 2 month old son has been spending all of it lately. 

[CEValkyrie]

They did some clearing recently. The course is really taking shape. If you haven't walked it print a map and walk the new holes. It's going to be awesome! I'm really hoping they go ahead and move the baskets this fall. It's been so dry it'd be nice to get them moved.

[discmonkey]

Just walked all the new holes today.  WOW!!!!  The map simply doesn't do it justice.  I though I was excited before, but after being out there where you can visualize each of the holes, I can't wait.

The course really flows nicely.  It's a good mix of all types of holes.

With the leaves changing, it's really a nice looking course back there too.

Many thanks to all involved.  I live 5 minutes from Fairfield and regularly drive to other courses to play.  Don't see that happening much once this new layout is in the ground.

[stpitner]

Are there any plans to expand the parking lot at all - or even better, add a pavilion???  With this kind of awesomeness coming in running any kind of tournament there is going to be super tough on parking.

[CEValkyrie]

There are no plans to expand or improve the parking lot. To do that it would cost a ton. It would involve major work and a turn lane on Fairfield. The good thing is hole one will be right across the road of the subdivision. There is plenty of parking on those streets.

Chuck Kennedy talked to them about a pavilion. It's a possibility but I wouldn't count on it.

If we can fast forward to 2014 maybe we can get a completed course.

[Trevor Greene]

Where do I go to get an updated hole map?  I play Fairfield alot and I have seen the clearings, but not sure where the new holes will be.   I am going out today if anyone wants to throw!!!

[jasonc]

Where do I go to get an updated hole map?  I play Fairfield alot and I have seen the clearings, but not sure where the new holes will be.   I am going out today if anyone wants to throw!!!

See Page 18 on this thread...post from May 24th had an updated map attached. 

[Trevor Greene]

Awesome thanks I am going out today in a few minutes.  Come out if you can!

[Trevor Greene]

When is this set to be completed?  I am assuming by spring of 2013??    I am willing to help in anyway that I can.  I am new to the sport and I am stoked about it!  Please let me know if I can do anything.  I live close by in Mundelein, and want to help make this a great course.

[jasonc]

While there is no guaranteed date of completion, it looks like 2014.  Maybe end of 2013 if we are lucky.  Either way, it will be a very nice improvement.   

[CEValkyrie]

Total completion is going to be a while.

I talked to Chuck on the phone a few weeks ago. Phase 1 is supposed to be completed early next spring. That involves getting the WHITE layout in place. Baskets will be moved but no tee pads yet. On to Phase 2 later in the year.

[Trevor Greene]

When I went out yesterday, they were working on the new holes.  I walked it with some of the workers it will be really nice.  I am super excited.  I thanked them for all their hard work, and One of the guys also thanked us for utilizing the space.  Please let me know if I can help out in any way.

[roman]

Trevor, it is my understanding that the park district wants their own people working on this. Not sure if this is for insurance reasons or because of union labor, but it is what it is. We all offered our help in the past and were rejected.

[Trevor Greene]

Thanks man, I will do anything I can to make that course better!!  It is great, and I can't wait for the new layout!

[Jon Brakel]

They used to allow volunteer help. We used to organize work days a couple times a year. The last two that we did only Brett and I showed up but we got a lot of work done on those days.

[CEValkyrie]

Chuck informed me today that the RLAPD budget was increased. There is enough money to purchase all baskets and tee pads in 2013. Phase 1 will take place this spring. The White layout will be playable. Phase 2 will take place later in the year and the course should be complete by the end of 2013.

[Dan Michler]

 

[discmonkey]

Sweeeeeet!!!

I've been out there every Friday for the last couple months and they are almost always out there working.

Can't wait!

[Clonan]

HOLY SMOKES!

[Trevor Greene]

That is GREAT news....  Im going  to play today if anyone wants to go