DECEMBER 2017
THE PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE — David Stein, President As we approach the holidays and the New Year, it is a good time to reflect and give thanks. First, a special thanks to Steve Callaway for leading Sequoyah through a year of transition. Under his leadership, I have inherited a strong foundation to build upon for the coming year. A special thanks also to Dave Cannon who served not one, but two years as President and has now completed his duty as Immediate Past President. And last but not least to Peter Scott, whose voice on the Board for three years was always heard in strong support for improving the members’ experience. Dave and Peter, you now have more time for golf and to enjoy the wonderful Club that you helped shepherd. The 2016-17 year was truly a year of transition — of change. And, hand in hand with change comes challenges. Sequoyah is fortunate to have emerged from the year with a strong leadership team, a clear vision, and a plan to make 2017 – 18 a great year. Our new general manager, Bryan Richardson, hit the ground running in August; cost effectively improving operations. Plus, he is a nice guy — get to know him, you will be impressed. Chef Javier has upgraded the food quality. If you haven’t yet tried the fixed price dining, you are missing out — wonderful meals, with a fresh, farm-to-table concept. One transition that was seamless was the retirement of Terry Grasso. Terry planned ahead and
lined up his replacement, Armando Sanchez. The Greens crew, under Armando’s leadership, has done a great job with our biggest asset, the golf course. Santos Mejia continues to lead our maintenance team. And, last but certainly not least, the return of Sally Otsuka has improved our special events and catering. Welcome back, Sally! We welcome two new Board members and a new Recording Secretary. Robin Nelson, former Recording Secretary, has now joined the Board and will chair the Membership Development Committee. Neal Fox has also joined the Board and will chair the Greens Committee. Jerry Bajada will continue on the Board and serve as Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee. He stepped in a few months ago when an unexpected vacancy occurred and has done an amazing job with the finances in a short
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time. Finally, Fred Blickle will serve as the Recording Secretary and remain active on the Water committee. Continuing their service on the Board are: Bob Wright – Chair House Committee; Steve Hart – Chair Long Range Planning and Vice President; Marc Cunningham – Golf Activities Chair; Michael Stearns – Chair Facilities Upgrade; and Don Steffen – Finance Committee and Secretary About the time this hits the press, the new golf performance center will be open. In January, the first floor of the club house will receive a face lift: new drapes, carpet, paint, furniture and much more. This will require reduced food service, but the golf course will remain open and you will still be able to get a glass of wine and a bite to eat after your round or workout, or just for fun.
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Annual Toy Drive Toys without batteries or that can be played alone are suggested Please Bring Unwrapped Toys to the Main Office All Donations are to be in by Sunday, Dec 17th Toys without batteries or that can be played alone are suggested.