COVID-19 UPDATE May 1, 2020 Dear Members, On Monday, April 27th Texas Governor Greg Abbott, by way of executive order GA-18, released his “Texans Helping Texans” plan to re-open the Texas economy effective today. The governor’s plan is a phased approach to reopening Texas businesses while observing safe working conditions to protect consumers and employees. Boot Ranch will observe Governor Abbott’s phased reopening guidelines, with adaptations from Gillespie County and City of Fredericksburg leadership, while strictly abiding by the safeguarding protocols recommended by the CDC and OSHA that help our members and employees remain healthy. On the following pages, you will find our latest operations status and protocols. The biggest change is availability of sit-down dining in the Clubhouse and Men’s Grill for a limited number of guests at one time, by reservation only. We are also reopening the Golf Shop. Please read this vital information and share it with your vertical family members who use the Club. As you are aware, changes are occurring regularly, and updates will be provided on a consistent basis. You can always find the latest information in the Today at Boot Ranch enewsletter, on the BootRanchClub.com website, and on the mobile app. Teamwork is the keystone to our success. Working together and remaining mindful of each other will continue to ensure that Boot Ranch remains a healthy haven throughout this crisis. We have plenty to be joyful about and are excited that we are gradually moving back toward normal operations. Thank you for your continued cooperation and support.
Best regards,
Emil Hale, PGA General Manager
COVID-19 OPERATIONAL CHANGES EFFECTIVE MAY 1, 2020
PROTOCOLS FOR BOOT RANCH STAFF Upon arrival to work each day, all staff members must answer COVID-19 symptoms screening questions and have their temperature taken. Anyone who does not meet wellness thresholds will be sent home immediately. Ongoing cleaning and disinfecting practices are being done according to CDC guidelines with regular sanitization of high-touch surfaces and availability of hand sanitizer. Social distancing guidelines and modification of employee scheduling have been implemented to mitigate exposure in the workplace. Staff members working indoors or within close proximity to members will wear recommended cloth face masks and gloves to help protect against the spread of the virus. All personnel will adhere to increased hygiene practices of frequent hand washing.
PROTOCOLS FOR MEMBERS AND GUESTS Members and guests are strongly discouraged from visiting Boot Ranch if within the previous 14 days they have experienced any of the symptoms of COVID-19, been exposed to anyone with symptoms of the virus, or have been in situations where social distancing or protective measures were not enforced. At Boot Ranch, six-foot social distancing is to be observed at all times, indoors and out. Other protocols will be enforced based on the facility, as described on the following pages.
DINING • • • • • • • •
The Clubhouse and Men’s Grill will reopen on May 1 for seated dining at 25% capacity RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED for dine-in seating, including outdoor seating on the porch Members and guests will be subject to a verbal wellness screening and temperature check upon arrival, and must use hand sanitizer before being escorted to their reserved table Parties are limited to 6 guests at a table unless all guests reside in the same household Gathering at the bar is prohibited Table settings will be reduced to rolled silverware and menus will be disposable Buffets and communal snacks will not be available To-go menus and take-out alcohol sales will remain available for curbside pickup
For reservations call (830) 990-7634 Clubhouse Hours: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Wednesday – Monday, closed Tuesday Men’s Grill Hours: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm Wednesday – Monday, closed Tuesday
GOLF • • • • • • • • •
The Golf Course, Practice Park, Short Course and Putting Park continue to be open for play The Golf Shop will be open with a limit of 6 individuals in the shop at one time Six-foot social distancing is to be observed at all times Carts are single rider only; household members may ride together Golf groups limited to 4 players Preferred lies in bunkers Flags must remain in hole during play Lessons will continue to be available one on one No group outings are allowed
Golf Course and Practice Park Hours: 8:00 am – dark Wednesday - Monday Golf Shop Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday – Monday (830) 990-7656
LAKE CLUB • • •
Paddle boards, kayaks and fishing equipment are available for use; all equipment is sanitized after use Playground closed until further notice Caddie Shack closed until further notice
Lake Club Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Wednesday – Monday; closed Tuesday
RANCH CLUB • • • • • • • •
Lap pool available for adult exercise only All other pools are closed until further notice Food and beverage service is suspended until further notice Bicycles are available, sanitized after each use The tennis and basketball courts remain open for play Players must bring their own tennis racquets and balls Basketballs are provided and will be sanitized between users The playground is closed until further notice
METZGER MARKET • •
The Market remains open, with a limit of 6 individuals in the store at one time The playground is closed
Metzger Market Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm Wednesday – Monday, closed Tuesday
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES • • •
A limited number of outdoor fitness classes and activities are available each week; check the website, mobile app or Today at Boot Ranch for schedule Summer youth camps are unavailable until further notice Member social events are unavailable until further notice
FITNESS ROOM – Closed until further notice
SPA – Closed until further notice
LODGE SUITES & RESIDENTIAL RENTALS – Unavailable until further notice
MEMBER SERVICES Please call Member Services with any questions between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm daily
(830) 990-7888