December 2018 GCSANE Superintendent Profile by Eric Richardson Colin Smethurst Golf Course Superintendent – Hillview Golf Course North Reading, MA Tell us about yourself? I grew up in Duxbury, Mass. I enjoy spending time with my family which includes my wife of seven years, Janine, our son Dominic, and Border Collie puppy, Jasmine. Now that my son is three, we hope to spend more time as a family on the ski slopes and playing golf. As a young man, I dreamed of working in sports and was fortunate to have two great experiences as an intern for the MLB Commissioner’s Office and the Cape Cod Baseball League. How did you get into the turf industry? What is your work history? While attending college, I spent my summers on the staff at White Cliffs Country Club in Plymouth, Mass. under Lianne Larson. There, I discovered my true passion, and after graduating from Ithaca College, I set my sights on my new goal of becoming a Golf Course Superintendent. I became the 2nd Assistant Superintendent at White Cliffs after graduating from the UMass Winter School for Turf Managers. After one year at White Cliffs, I accepted a First Assistant Superintendent position at Bellevue Golf Club in Melrose, Mass. under Brian Skinner. I had six great years with Brian, but I felt that I needed a new challenge and wanted to give warm season turf a try. My wife was on board, and I was able to obtain an Assistant Superintendent position at Colonial Country Club in Fort Myers, Florida. Being under the Troon umbrella helped, my work had not gone unnoticed and after three years was promoted to Head Superintendent of the North Course at BallenIsles Country Club in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. After a couple of years at BallenIsles, my wife and I realized that we wanted to move back home. Luckily, a great opportunity at a Human Resource firm in Charlestown, Mass. presented itself to my wife, and we decided to move back home. After moving back home without a job, I was fortunate to meet Steve Murphy of Golf Facilities Management Inc., and he offered me the Superintendent position at Hillview Golf Course. How was the transition to Florida? What are some misconceptions and challenges about working with warm season grasses? Florida is a different world in every aspect. The weather, people and turf were all so different. There is a misnomer that managing warm season turf is easier than managing cool season turf and I found that to be very far from the truth. The grind is constant, 365 days a year and you can lose a TifEagle Bermuda green just as easily as you can lose a Poa/Bentgrass green. What kind of standards did the clubs in Florida expect? At BallenIsles, membership standards were off the charts. The North Course had oppressive nematode counts during a period where no nematicides were available to purchase. The challenge was simple, keep grass on the putting surface while producing tournament green speeds every day. The political pressures were intense, but I found a way to manage their expectations successfully and provided high quality playing conditions every day. What kind of challenges do you face at your current facility? What actions have you taken to overcome those challenges? What goals have you set for the future? Coming from a club with a large budget, I had to accept that Hillview was a municipal course with the #1 priority of generating rounds and making a profit. With that in mind, I had to prioritize greens above all else and strip down my programs to the essentials. Over the last year, I have successfully implemented a new fertility program based on soil and water tests, audited the irrigation system, created detailed irrigation programs based on soil moisture readings, and developed a staff that has a singular vision for the property. My goal is to continue to find ways to improve Hillview and take it to the next level. Continuing to improve the golf course will allow Hillview to better compete in a crowded golf marketplace. Profile Continued by Eric Richardson What has surprised you the most about the turf industry? The support from colleagues in our industry is truly unique. Everybody is rooting for each other and willing to help where they can. Is there a story or message you would like to share? Take some time from your busy schedule to stop and appreciate your efforts every so often and tell your staff that you appreciate them and what they do for you and the club. We thank Colin for stepping up and participating. If you are interested in having your story in the newsletter, please contact Eric Richardson at erichardson@essexcc.org Topdressing Sand -Bulk, Bagged and Super Sacs! Bunker Sand -HD, Buff, Pro White Divot Mixes -Bulk, Bagged or Super Sacs! 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Rappoccio, CGCS Concord Country Club 246 ORNAC, Concord, MA 01742 978-371-1089 Fax: 978-369-7231 Email: gcs@concordcc.org DIRECTOR, AFFILIATE Keith Tortorella Country Club Enterprises 2D Express Drive, Wareham, MA 02571 508-982-4820 Email: ktortorella@ccegolfcars.com DIRECTOR Bob Dembek Lexington Golf Club 55 Hill Street, Lexington, MA 02420 978-870-8669 Email: lexgc@rcn.com DIRECTOR Brian F. Skinner, CGCS Bellevue Golf Club PO Box 760661, Melrose, MA 02176 781-248-0216 Email: brianskinner@bellevuegolfclub.com PAST PRESIDENT Michael Luccini, CGCS Franklin Country Club 672 E. Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038 508-528-6110 Fax: 508-528-1885 Email: Mluccini@franklincc.com EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Donald E. Hearn, CGCS 300 Arnold Palmer Blvd., Norton, MA 02766 774-430-9040 Email: donhearn@gcsane.org GCSANE Headquarters 300 Arnold Palmer Blvd., Norton, MA 02766 Tel: (774) 430-9040 Web Site: www.gcsane.org Any opinions expressed in this publication are those of the author and/or person quoted, and June not represent the position of GCSANE. Information contained in this publication June be used freely, in whole or in part, without special permission as long as the true context is maintained. We would appreciate a credit line. 2 The Newsletter Thoughts From Your Executive Director by Don Hearn The December meeting was held at the Warrior Ice Arena with lunch and education taking place at the Stockyard restaurant, which is a short walk from the arena. The Boston Bruins went through their practice drills and created a lot of excitement for those attending. During the meeting, Andy Ingham, representing Cushman, E-Z Go and the ownership of Five Star Golf Cars and Utility Vehicles, made a very generous donation to the Association. The funds for this donation were the result of the “Growing Greens Initiative” established to support regional GCSAA Chapter pro- grams. For every new Cushman Hauler utility vehicle purchased a portion of the sale goes towards this initiative. The entire staff of Five Star Golf Cars and Utility Vehicles is committed to giving back to the GCSA of New England for their members’ support of Cushman products. The check given was based on the number of new clubs within Andy’s territory that purchased Cushman Utility products in 2018. After a wonderful buffet dinner at the Stockyard, we listened to Steve Boksanski, a principal of BCB Government Relations and the liaison between the Green Industry Alliance (GIA), of which the GCSA of New England is a member, and the legislature. Steve reviewed current and future legislation and how various bills may have an impact on the way we maintain turfgrass and conduct day to day business. Special Thanks to Jeff Urquhart who collected, and those who donated, coats to the less fortunate The article below was submitted by GCSA of New England member Ryan Green, CGCS at Crystal Lake Golf Club in Haverhill, MA. At our NHGCSA annual meeting, we had Frank Rossi of Cornell speak and he gave us some ideas on managing maintenance area wash pad run off. There are a lot of courses in residential areas with neighbors that may be complaining about the pollution, odor and unsightly mess this creates. The reason I bring this up is because some courses are currently being faced with correcting this with a pre-manufactured self contained system which can cost anywhere from $100,000 to $300,000 depending on the scope of the project. This is not in the budget for the average facility. Here is a YouTube link to an inex- pensive solution ($5,000) created by a superintendent in Rochester NY. Link: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3C0TL3KeARg Rich Gagnon, superintendent at Meadow Brook Golf Club in Reading, MA is featured in the December 2018 issue of Golf Course Management maga- zine. Some know of Rich’s avocation – photography. And he’s good at it! To read about Rich and his travels in the world of photography, please click on this link. 3 December 2018 From left: Richard Luff, President, NEGCOA; Ron Bibeau, President, NEPGA; Elaine Gebhardt, Executive Director, NEGCOA; Dave Johnson, President, GCSA of New England; Jesse Menachem, Executive Director/CEO, Mass Golf The New England Golf Course Owners Association (NEGCOA) held their Annual Meeting at the Andover Country Club, November 14, 2018. Executive Director Elaine Gebhardt had a full house of active participants eager to learn more about the business of golf course ownership. In addition to the education program, election of officers and directors took place and the Course of the Year Award was presented to the leadership of Greathorse, located in Hampden, MA. Greathorse will now be in the running for the National Course of the Year award. The winner of this award will be announced at the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) Golf Business Conference in San Diego in February. From the right: Brian Skinner, Alan Belden, Mike Higgins, Mike Bradshaw, Ron Bibeau, Donny D’Errico, Dave Johnson, Don Hearn Last month we were the dinner guests of the officers and execu- tive director of the New England PGA. We and the New England PGA alternately host this dinner of our respective officers and it’s a nice way to get to know our counterparts in the New England PGA organization. This dinner provides the opportunity to listen to and share with them the challenges we have. While our areas of responsibility are different, ultimately our jobs come down to making golfers happy. Our methods to accomplish this are very different. By getting together to share our successes, explain what we do and why and when we do it helps increase the understand- ing needed to have both professions be winners. We look forward to hosting our friends next year. Representing the GCSA of New Englnd were Dave Johnson, President; Donny D’Errico, Secretary/ Treasurer; Brian Skinner, Director and Don Hearn, Executive Director. Representing the New England PGA were Ron Bibeau, President; Alan Belden, Vice President; Mike Bradshaw, Secretary; Mike Higgins, Executive Director. Ted Horton Tom Tanto Two people known to many in our area have been named recipients of GCSAA’s Col. John Morley Distinguished Service Award. Ted Horton attended the Stockbridge School at UMass and has been a speaker at many educational seminars in the area, as well in other parts of the country. Among his many honors is being an honoree of the UMass Alumni Turf Group. Tom Tanto is the founder of Tanto Irrigation, an irrigation installation company considered one of the best in the country. Tanto’s installations have been done at many courses in our area and across the globe. Please read the entire article about Ted and Tom and their impressive accomplish- ments here. 4 The Newsletter His Name Was Pat & “Life Balance” both previously appeared in the December issue of GCI Magazine TURFHEADS TAKE OVER WORK-LIFE BALANCE association, we would talk sev- eral times throughout the year. Mainly it was because we both managed bentgrass putting greens and it was always thera- peutic to share the experiences of summer, but Pat would also routinely express his thoughts and ideas about the chapter as if he knew someday I would serve on the board. (Side note: I was elected to the Board of Directors of the Carolinas GCSA in November 2014 and was elected President for 2019 at last month’s Confer- ence and Show.) I’m embarrassed to admit I didn’t pay close enough atten- tion then to all the signals that were right there at the time. When I look back on my rela- tionship with Pat and our times together, he generally seemed unhappy. He complained a great deal about his club, board, committee, GM, etc. It was a struggle in Pat’s eyes to produce the level of conditioning New Burn CC desired and he desired to produce with the resources and support he was provided. Obviously, I was someone Pat felt comfortable venting those frustrations to and I recall one phone conversation where he expressed more should be done and provided by the association. At the time, I wasn’t entirely sure what he meant, but I think Pat’s work-related struggles were an ever-increasing stress on him mentally and physical- ly. I think Pat was asking for mental health assistance from either the chapter or GCSAA long before mental health became a “hot topic” on social media like present day. Which is why I’m writing this. I missed the early signs Pat was sharing with me in those days, but the reality is this his, as if fate was trying to en- courage us to become friends. At that time, I was superin- tendent of Swan Point Yacht & CC in Issue, Md. I didn’t re- locate to Charlotte, N.C., until May 2005 and it wasn’t until November 2006 that I attend- ed my first Carolinas GCSA Conference & Show in Myrtle Beach, S.C. I think I continued to see and reunite with Pat at both GIS in Orlando 2005 and Atlanta 2006, but in November 2006 I definitely remember seeing and reconnecting with Pat. I was now the superinten- dent of Carolina Golf Club and a member of the same GCSAA chapter. As the years went by, we would always make time to sit together during the general education sessions and catch up with one another in Myrtle Beach. I always looked forward to seeing Pat. In time, I became involved with my local association in the greater Charlotte area, the North-South Turfgrass Associ- ation and served on its board of directors from 2009-13, in- cluding President in 2013. Even though Pat was across the state and member of a different local golfcourseindustry.com DECEMBER 2018 15 5 HIS NAME WAS PAT Matthew Wharton wonders if more can be done to help superintendents experiencing mental health struggles. Patrick Connell, CGCS, and he was the golf course superin- tendent of New Burn Country Club in New Burn, N.C. A little while later we dis- covered we were in the same seminar and as the week of Conference and Show contin- ued (it wasn’t called the Golf Industry Show until 2005), we would continue to bump into one another. I recall Pat telling me about a former boss of his who ex- plained each year at the Conference and Show there is this one guy you meet and the two of you always seem to con- tinue crossing paths throughout the week. I guess in 2004 Pat was my guy and I was T he year was 2004 and I walked to the San Diego Convention Center very early that morning be- cause I wanted to find my room before others arrived. I was registered for a full-day seminar (we used to do that regularly back in those days) and was excited to be in California for the first time. After locating my seminar room, I stepped out back of the convention cen- ter onto the large area overlooking the beautiful ma- rina. The weather was perfect and the view stunning. There was one oth- er guy out there taking it in and he said hello. His name was Wharton K C O T S E B O D A | C O D H T A P December 2018 TURFHEADS TAKE OVER WORK-LIFE BALANCE Older generations were viewed as tough guys because they didn’t show their feelings and they tended to keep things bottled up, at least until they had consumed enough from a bottle to release those frustrations in other ways.” wonderful job we all love and enjoy can be stressful. Older generations were viewed as tough guys because they didn’t show their feelings and they tended to keep things bottled up, at least until they had con- sumed enough from a bottle to release those frustrations in other ways. This past year I saw many different posts on social me- dia encouraging men, and women to talk about their mental health. I’ve been an International Member of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association since 2010 and BIGGA is defi- nitely making a conscious effort to provide educational content to their members to help raise awareness and provide outlets for relief. I have served on the GCSAA Conference Education Task Group for the past three consecutive years and during our meeting in Lawrence, Kan., earlier this year to select the educational offerings at next year’s GIS, I mentioned how BIGGA has made the topic of mental health a priority and suggested GCSAA do likewise. Back to Pat. He eventually resigned from New Burn CC and left the business. I’ve al- ways thought somehow the business failed him. Pat was a darn good superintendent, but the stress overwhelmed him to the point he elected to walk away from a career he worked hard to achieve. I’m embarrassed to admit when I lost my phone in 2014 and all my contacts, I lost touch with Pat. Through the years, I’ve managed to rebuild an exten- sive network of contacts, but Pat still eludes me. Earlier this year when the idea for this ar- ticle first struck me, I managed to track down a number on file with Carolinas GCSA, but messages left at that number were never returned. If you or someone you know sounds like Pat, encourage them to talk about their strug- gles and listen to them more closely than I ever did to Pat. And Pat, if you’re out there somewhere, please know I’m sorry I didn’t do enough to help you when you needed it the most. The golf course superintendent fraternity lost a good one when Pat left the business. I sincerely hope in 2019 the brotherhood and sis- terhood bands together to take better care of ourselves and one another. Matthew Wharton, CGCS, MG, is the superintendent at Carolina Golf Club in Charlotte, N.C. 16 DECEMBER 2018 golfcourseindustry.com 6 Greg Cormier puts a different label on a topic confounding numerous superintendents. I recently had a conversation with one of my mentors who said, “I don’t know why it has to be a work-life bal- ance. Isn’t work part of your life?” We hear that term so much in our in- dustry and I am sure you have heard one or more of the following from various people speaking or writing to superintendents: • Make sure you keep a good work-life balance. • I’m changing jobs for more of a work-life balance. • I could never work the hours you do because I like having Cormier more of a work-life balance. • I can’t believe you work seven days a week. I could never do that. • You are going to miss your kids growing up. You really should find a better work-life balance. Maybe it’s better to say that because work is part of your life, it doesn’t have to be one or the other, just simply “life balance.” Think of it like eating a balanced diet to stay physically healthy: you can and should lead a balanced life to keep you mentally healthy. We all know people who dread Monday mornings and can’t wait until Friday evening because their entire life is spent not liking their job. As a superintendent, driving to work you hear someone on the radio counting how many days are left until the big three-day holiday weekend. You The NewsletterARE YOU DOING A GOOD JOB AT KEEPING THAT “LIFE BALANCE?” TURFHEADS TAKE OVER WORK-LIFE BALANCE decisions. If your staff knows how to make some of these decisions on their own, and you encourage them to do so, you won’t feel like you need to be everywhere at once. This may even allow you to put down your radio and phone while you are trying to type that im- portant email or work on your budget. They know you are the boss. Share responsibilities. It helps others grow and gives you more time. 3. Utilize technology to become more efficient. There are so many tools avail- able now to improve efficien- cy in the workplace. If you can communicate with staff, share information and access information faster using these tools, then why not do it? It can be scary to change your tried and true methods, but those who are utilizing technology are making their jobs easier and saving themselves time. From irrigation management to fleet maintenance records, agronomic planning tools, digital job boards, social media to communicate with golfers, there are numerous ways to become more efficient. The bottom line is find a job that you are passionate about and balance your life. Rely on your team to support you when you leave the course to attend an important event for your kid, a grandparent’s milestone birthday, backyard BBQ or a family weekend getaway. It’s about quality time spent with family, not quantity. If you force yourself to take a certain day off for “family time,” but you are either sleeping on the couch or feeling like you should have been at work, then it isn’t time well spent. Don’t be ashamed if you went in for a few hours and then spent quality time the rest of the day with family or friends. Remember, the key to find- ing that “life balance” isn’t necessarily cutting back to 40 hours a week or taking all weekends off. It’s about being happy and being in control of your life and your schedule so that you can allocate your time as needed. Greg Cormier, CGCS, is a former golf course superintendent who works for Massachu- s e t t s - b a s e d Tom Irwin, Inc. He’s the GCSA of New England’s newsletter editor. think, “I’ll be working all three days, because it’s one of my course’s most important tour- naments of the year.” As we all know, a career in golf course management is a lifestyle, not a job. The old saying if you find a job that you love, you will never work a day in your life comes into play here. One of the greatest things about being the head superintendent at a golf course is that you usually have the ability to make deci- sions all day, every day to either positively or negatively impact the golf course, your career and your quality of life. In other words, you are in control of your life and how much time you allocate to each activity that you do. The best superintendents work very hard at getting the right team of people in place. Depending on others allows you to share the workload when you chose to be away from the golf course. If you try to do it all yourself and call every shot at work, at home or in other groups you are a part of, life becomes too stressful and overwhelming. Some super- intendents may not have the budget or resources to build a team of more than two or three people. In this case, they better be two or three really good peo- ple. If not, you need to help the management and/or ownership understand why they need to invest in quality people instead of doing it all yourself, getting burned out and then becoming unhappy. In that case, if your boss expects you to do it alone, maybe it’s time to work for a different facility. I think what people mean when they say work-life bal- ance is that you never want to focus so much on one aspect of your life that you miss some- thing else. It’s similar on the golf course. If you only focus on having great greens, you might suddenly realize the tees have very little grass on them – and then you are rushing to repair them. Here are three examples you could try to implement to improve your life balance. Some may fit your situation, others may not: 1. Find a “career assistant.” Mentor someone and help them gain the knowledge and skill to become a great assistant superintendent. The days of requiring a turf degree and past golf course experience are over. Find a great person who is willing to learn and achieve these things with your help. (Take a close look at your existing crew to see if he or she is already there.) Maybe they can become a “permanent” as- sistant superintendent to help balance out your workload. Not everyone wants to be a head superintendent, especially if you can pay them a fair salary they can live on. You can still have other team members that come and go every three to five years if you want to. It’s great to mentor people and see them move up and on, but maybe one of them could stay for a while and help you. This person should be able to fill in for you when you are not there. 2. Become a better leader. Recognize that the more your staff knows, the more they can help you and you can rely on them. You don’t have to show them you are the boss by being the one who makes all golfcourseindustry.com DECEMBER 2018 17 7 K C O T S E B O D A | I I C C M F E Z O J December 2018 How To Explain Your Firing by Don Hearn I came across an article written by Alison Doyle that offered some tips on how to handle a situation that can be an extremely uncomfortable experience. I’ve edited some text to make it more relevant to our industry. Please keep in mind that many people go through this. You’re not alone. How do you explain you were fired to friends, professional contacts, colleagues, and prospective employers? It’s not an easy task. In fact, responding to questions about the circumstances surrounding a termination can be a serious challenge.  For most of us, emotions run high in that situation, and there can be a temptation to vent those feelings. However, acting on this impulse can be damaging to your reputation and sabotage your efforts to restart your career. The Best Way to Explain That You Were Fired When you’re talking about your experience of being fired, it’s important to be aware of who you’re talking to. Sharing your reaction with a small inner circle of close friends, confidants, or a counselor can be an important and necessary step as you recover emotionally from a termination. You should limit that group to just a few individuals who have an unshakable, high regard for your abilities and who you trust, absolutely, to keep your feelings confidential. When discussing your firing beyond that inner circle of special people, try your best to carefully gauge what you say about the incident. For example, when you’re talking to someone who you don’t consider to be a close, trusted friend, you should be mindful of what role he or she might play in your job search. Job leads can emerge from the most unexpected people and places, so when you discuss your firing, frame the situation to minimize any negative perceptions about your ability to perform on future jobs or your ability to connect with coworkers. Options for Discussing a Firing 1. The Job Wasn’t a Good Fit While you’re trying to figure out what to say, start by reflecting on your termination and determining if it would be a good move to redirect your career based on your firing. One of the easiest ways to explain a firing is to characterize the past job as a less than ideal fit for your interests and personal abilities. This explanation works best if you have decided to pursue a significantly different role. The key is to differentiate your current career goals from the failed job experience. 8 The NewsletterLearn more about our products and services at:PRODUCT CATEGORIES• Granular Fertilizers • Specialty Nutrients • Control Products • Soil Conditioners • Turfgrass Seed • Golf Course Accessorieswww.northeastnursery.com Exclusive Distributor for Rain Bird GolfMA, NH, VT, ME and RINortheast Golf & Turf Supplya division of Northeast Nursery, Inc. - Est. 1982NORTHEAST CONTRACTOR CENTERPeabody, MA NORTHEAST TURF & IRRIGATION SUPPLY Londonderry, NH NORTHEAST TURF & IRRIGATION SUPPLY Dennis Port, MA 2. You Needed to Work on Your Skill Set What should you say if you’re sticking to the same career path? If you were fired due to a personal limitation and have taken steps to upgrade your skill set, then you can share a story about how you have addressed any weaknesses in your abilities. For example, perhaps particular presentation skills were essential for success in your past job, and you have since taken a workshop to enhance your proficiency.    3. The Company Wasn’t a Good Fit Another angle is to explain your termination as the result of a poor fit with the course, club or company. Again, this will play better if you can describe a different employer, industry affiliation or organizational culture that you are now targeting.  For example, if you were in a conservative industry like golf and your efforts to introduce change were not well received, then you might mention your focus on how your strengths match up with the new type of environment you’re seeking, rather than how you didn’t fit into a past role. 4. It Wasn’t Your Fault In some cases, a termination can be explained by unavoidable factors such as budget cuts. Even if the termination was the result of a situation beyond your control, be ready to convey evidence of your personal success in the role and to provide a clear explanation of why you lost your job. Don’t Be Negative Regardless of your reasoning, it’s perhaps most important to avoid criticizing past management or colleagues. If you talk badly about your situation, you might seem like a pessimist with a poor attitude. This can lead to questions about your ability to develop positive working relationships. Also, keep in mind that you never know what information might get back to your employer. Even if you left under bad terms, you don’t want to fuel the fire. Of course, you can convey your disappointment in losing a job, but avoid speaking negatively about the situation. While it’s important to be genuine, try to seem as neutral, and as positive, as you can. Keep It Short and Sweet Overall, you should try to be as brief as possible when explaining your firing with networking contacts or employers: • Don’t dwell too much on the negative. • Shift the focus to more positive topics such as your excitement about the new skills you’ve learned since your termination or your new job interests.  • Practice your delivery prior to meetings and interviews, so you can tighten your story and stay on script.   Have a Conversation Even though it’s easier to send a quick email or social message, it’s better to have a conversation. Either in-person or on the phone works best – especially if you’re spinning the terms of your departure. You shouldn’t put anything in writing that isn’t 100 percent accurate. You also don’t want to share the hard feelings about getting fired that you have at the moment, which may be tempered once some time passes. How to Handle Interview Questions You may need to know how to answer questions about how your job ended. Review these tips for answering interview questions about termination, so that you can frame your departure as positively as possible. 9 December 2018 OUR PASSION IS YOUR SUCCESS With Tom Irwin, you’re not alone Harris Schnare | 800-582-5959 | harris@tomirwin.com 10 The Newsletter EPA and Army Propose New “Waters of the United States” Definition 12/11/2018 Contact Information: EPA Press Office (press@epa.gov) WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army (Army) are proposing a clear, understandable, and imple- mentable definition of “waters of the United States” that clarifies federal authority under the Clean Water Act. Unlike the Obama administration’s 2015 definition of “waters of the United States,” today’s proposal contains a straightforward definition that would result in significant cost savings, protect the nation’s navigable waters, help sustain economic growth, and reduce barriers to business development. “Our proposal would replace the Obama EPA’s 2015 defini- tion with one that respects the limits of the Clean Water Act and provides states and landowners the certainty they need to manage their natural resources and grow local economies,” said EPA Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “For the first time, we are clearly defining the difference between federally protected waterways and state protected waterways. Our simpler and clearer definition would help land- owners understand whether a project on their property will require a federal permit or not, without spending thousands of dollars on engineering and legal professionals.” The agencies’ proposal is the second step in a two-step process to review and revise the definition of “waters of the United States” consistent with President Trump’s February 2017 Executive Order entitled “Restoring the Rule of Law, Federalism, and Economic Growth by Reviewing the ‘Waters of the United States’ Rule.” The Executive Order states that it is in the national interest to ensure that the nation’s navigable waters are kept free from pollution, while at the same time promoting economic growth, minimizing regulatory uncertainty, and show- ing due regard for the roles of Congress and the states under the Constitution. “EPA and the Army together propose this new definition that provides a clear and predictable approach to regulating ‘waters of the United States.’ We focused on developing an implementable definition that balances local and national interests under the Clean Water Act,” said R.D. James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works. “I have heard from a wide range of stake- holders on Clean Water Act implementation challenges. This proposed definition provides a common-sense approach to man- aging our nation’s waters.” The agencies’ proposed rule would provide clarity, predict- ability and consistency so that the regulated community can eas- ily understand where the Clean Water Act applies— and where it does not. Under the agencies’ proposal, traditional navigable waters, tributaries to those waters, certain ditches, certain lakes and ponds, impoundments of jurisdictional waters, and wetlands adjacent to jurisdictional waters would be federally regulated. It also details what are not “waters of the United States,” such as features that only contain water during or in response to rainfall (e.g., ephemeral features); groundwater; many ditches, including most roadside or farm ditches; prior converted cropland; storm- water control features; and waste treatment systems. The agencies believe this proposed definition appropriately identifies waters that should be subject to regulation under the Clean Water Act while respecting the role of states and tribes in managing their own land and water resources. States and many tribes have existing regulations that apply to waters within their borders, whether or not they are considered “waters of the United States.” The agencies’ proposal gives states and tribes more flexibility in determining how best to manage their land and water resources while protecting the nation’s navigable waters as intended by Congress when it enacted the Clean Water Act. Robust, publicly accessible data is also a key component of common-sense, cost-effective environmental protection. In response to requests from some states, EPA and the Army are exploring ways the agencies can work with our federal, state, and tribal partners to develop a data or mapping system that could provide a clearer understanding of the presence or absence of jurisdictional waters. The agencies invited written pre-proposal recommendations and received more than 6,000 recommendations that the agen- cies have considered in developing this proposal. The agencies listened to those directly affected by the regulations, and this proposal balances the input the agencies received from a wide range of stakeholders. The agencies will take comment on the proposal for 60 days after publication in the Federal Register. EPA and the Army will also hold an informational webcast on January 10, 2019, and will host a listening session on the proposed rule in Kansas City, KS, on January 23, 2019. More information including a pre-publication version of the Federal Register notice, the supporting analyses and fact sheets are available at: https://www.epa.gov/wotus-rule. Contact Us to ask a question, provide feedback, or report a problem. 11 December 2018 December 5, 2018 Mamaroneck, NY played host to the fourteenth annual Joseph Troll Turf Classic where Stephen Rabideau, CGCS was honored by the Alumni Turf Group [ATG]. Rabideau was introduced to turf as a career and a college major at the now closed Petersham Golf Club in Massachusetts. He then interned at Farm Neck Golf Club on Martha’s Vineyard. Next came a stint at Seawane, a Devereux Emmet designed club in the Five Towns area of greater New York City, then Hamlet Golf and Country Club, and then one final stop before Winged Foot: a decade-long tenure at Wheatley Hills, another Devereux Emmet design. Press Release December 5, 2018 For more information, contact: Bob Ruszala, President Alumni Turf Group, hrcc40@aol.com University of Massachusetts Alumni Honor Stephen Rabideau at Winged Foot Golf Club On September 4, 2018 the Winged Foot Golf Club in Sponsorship Chairman Jonathan Heywood stated that spon- sorships were the key to the success of the tournament. “The Alumni Turf Group would like to express its deepest apprecia- tion to Tom Irwin, Inc. for their unparalleled support in being our Premier Sponsor for 14 years and running. The relation- ship between Tom Irwin, Inc. and Dr. Joseph Troll runs deep. Jack Peterson was the previous owner and the (late) father of Chris Peterson, President of Tom Irwin, Inc. Both had a great relationship with Dr. Troll. This mutual respect and friend- ship continue to be honored today as we continue to grow the turfgrass program at University of Massachusetts Amherst and Stockbridge School of Agriculture.” Press Release For more information, contact: Bob Ruszala, President Alumni Turf Group, hrcc40@aol.com University of Massachusetts Alumni Honor Stephen Rabideau at Winged Foot Golf Club On September 4, 2018 the Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck, NY played host to the fourteenth annual Joseph Troll Turf Classic where Stephen Rabideau, CGCS was honored by the Alumni Turf Group [ATG]. Rabideau was introduced to turf as a career and a college major at the now closed Petersham Golf Club in Massachusetts. He then interned at Farm Neck Golf Club on Martha’s Vineyard. Next came a stint at Seawane, a Devereux Emmet designed club in the Five Towns area of greater New York City, then Hamlet Golf and Country Club, and then one final stop before Winged Foot: a decade-long tenure at Wheatley Hills, another Devereux Emmet design. Dave Pease, ATG’s Executive Director, stated “This year’s event raised over $83,000. This will add to ATG’s support for " The Alumni Turf Group is very happy to have Steve Rabideau as UMass that has provided tangible impacts such as direct funding for research, facility equipment, and research staffing.” our honoree for the 14th annual Dr. Joseph Troll Classic Fund Raiser. The yearly award goes to a turf grass professional who demonstrates exceptional leadership and professionalism, and who is a friend and or graduate of the Stockbridge/UMASS turf program. He has given back so much to the turf program at UMASS by being a mentor and educator to many. I am happy to say that knowing Steve for many years and seeing his career unfold truly makes all of us UMASS turf alumni very proud,” said ATG President Robert Ruszala. “Steve is not only a great golf course superintendent, he is a great leader. It is exciting to see a UMass alum preparing Winged Foot for the 2020 US Open where he will showcase his masterful artwork to the world. All of the UMASS turf family and friends congratulate Steve, are proud of all his accomplishments, and wish him well in the future!” The annual golf tournament rotates locations throughout the northeast, to keep as many alumni connected to the event as northeast, to keep as many alumni connected to the event as possible. It also serves as the main fundraiser to support turf possible. It also serves as the main fundraiser to support turf research at the University. ATG has raised $1.5 million dollars research at the University. ATG has raised $1.5 million dollars to to date, with distributions going to fund an endowment (now date, with distributions going to fund an endowment (now worth over worth over $300,000), the turf research center, equipment, and $300,000), the turf research center, equipment, and turf research at turf research at the University of Massachusetts. the University of Massachusetts. " The Alumni Turf Group is very happy to have Steve Rabideau as our honoree for the 14th annual Dr. Joseph Troll Classic Fund Raiser. The yearly award goes to a turf grass profes- sional who demonstrates exceptional leadership and profession- alism, and who is a friend and or graduate of the Stockbridge/ UMASS turf program. He has given back so much to the turf program at UMASS by being a mentor and educator to many. I am happy to say that knowing Steve for many years and seeing his career unfold truly makes all of us UMASS turf alumni very proud,” said ATG President Robert Ruszala. ATG was formed in 2005 and is a 501c3 organization of turf professionals who are graduates of Stockbridge School of Agriculture and University of Massachusetts. Through fund- raising, ATG hopes to further research and education, promote UMass alumni in the turf management profession, and instill pride and commitment in the turf programs at the University of Massachusetts. “Steve is not only a great golf course superintendent, he is a great leader. It is exciting to see a UMass alum preparing Winged Foot for the 2020 US Open where he will showcase his masterful artwork to the world. All of the UMASS turf family and friends congratulate Steve, are proud of all his accomplish- ments, and wish him well in the future!” Entry forms, additional information for this event, member- ship applications, and ATG information are available online at www.alumniturfgroup.com. The annual golf tournament rotates locations throughout the 12 The Newsletter 13 December 2018 14 The NewsletterYour Golf Irrigation SpecialistTanto Irrigation has proudly providedthe Golf Industry withIrrigation Servicesfor over 50 years.Let us know how we can servePlease Contact:Steve Kubicki(203) 988-6620OrPaul L. Guillaro(914) 262-7324 Divot Drift CONGRATULATIONS TO Alex Daly now Superintendent at Wenham Country Club Mike Hughes now Superintendent at Oak Hill Country Club Brain Marfione, now Superintendent at Sterling National Country Club WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Chad Brown Assistant Superintendent, Norfolk Golf Club Richard Chessia Assistant Superintendent, Charles River Country Club WELCOME BACK Joel Cyr, Assistant Superintendent, Blue Hill CC We wish Keith Tortorella good luck going forward after his recent surgery. Back Issues! Past issues of the NEWSLETTER are available using this link: http://bit.ly/GCSANEnewsletters. As in the past, The Newsletter continues to invite Affiliate members to submit a press release about new personnel, new products or a company bio. We will print each and every release free of charge. This is a great way to advertise for free. Who said nothing in this world is free? Free advertising to better your company, wow what an offer. GCSANE Offers Website Banner advertising at www.gcsane.org The price is $500 for one year which will be re-occurring annually from your first billing unless otherwise specified. For more information, please contact Don Hearn at 774-430-9040 or donhearn@gcsane.org 15 December 2018 16 The Newsletter 17 December 2018 Please patronize these Friends of the Association Agresource, Inc. 110 Boxford Rd. Rowley, MA 01969 BACKED by BAYER Building on an already solid foundation of proven products to help you succeed. Crop Production Services Suppliers of Chemicals, Fertilizer, & Grass Seed (978) 685-3300 Nick Burchard (401) 601-7213 Drew Cummins (401) 952-4219 www.cpsagu.com Cub Cadet / MTD Products Cub Cadet’s innovative products utilize advanced technologies to enable turf managers to achieve consistently excellent turf conditions, reduce operational costs and improve overall turf health. From robotic greens mowers to all-electric pitch mowers, explore how Cub Cadet is “Unlocking Possible” and setting the standard for turf that delivers: www.cubcadetturf.com DAF Services, Inc. 20 Lawnacre Rd. Windsor Locks, CT 06096 Custom pumping solutions. Custom pump controls. Complete pump service. Serving all of New England. Dick Young (860) 623-5207 DeLea Sod Farms 486 Church Street Wood River Junction, RI 02894 DeLea Sod Farms provides first quality tallgrasses & bentgrass to the landscape & golf markets. Full line of U.S. Silica Greens topdressing & bunker sands. Scott McLeod 800-344-7637 smcleod@deleasod.com www.deleasod.com Dependable Petroleum Service One Roberts Road Plymouth, MA 02360 UST / AST facility maintenance, installation & compliance testing. Bruce Garrett / Francis Turner (508) 747-6238 bgarrett@dependablecompany.com www.dependablecompany.com Brian Giblin (508) 439-9809 brian.giblin@bayer.com www.backedbybayer.com Beals & Thomas, Inc. 144 Turnpike Road Southborough, MA 01772 32 Court Street Plymouth, MA 02360 Civil Engineers–Landscape Architects–Land Surveyors–Planners–Environmental Specialists Sarah Stearns 508-366-0560 sstearns@bealsandthomas.com Beals & Thomas specializes in golf course site design services including irrigation pond analysis & design, drainage & utility improvements, permitting, hydrogeologic evaluations, construction administration, boundary & topographic surveys, master planning & project design. The Cardinals, Inc. 166 River Rd., PO Box 520 Unionville, CT 06085 Golf course & landscape supplies. John Callahan (860) 916-3947 Dennis Friel (617) 755-6558 Cavicchio Greenhouses, Inc. 110 Codjer Lane Sudbury, MA 01776 Annuals, perennials, garden mums, ground covers, loam, & mulch. Darren Young (978) 443-7177 Charles C. Hart Seed Co., Inc. 304 Main St. Wethersfield, CT 06109 Authorized distributor for Bayer, Syngenta, Grigg Brothers foliar fertilizers, & Aquatrols. Specializing in custom seed blends. Robin Hayes (508) 237-2642 Country Club Enterprises PO Box 670, 29 Tobey Rd. W. Wareham, MA 02676 Club Car golf cars, Carryall utility vehicles. Keith Tortorella (508) 982-4820 Danny Brown (603) 365-6751 Mike Giles (978) 454-5472 Agresource Inc. is a proud manufacturer and distributor of quality compost, soil, and sand throughout the northeast for over 30 years. Agresport, a division of Agresource focused on materials and services specifically for the golf and sports fields market working together to enhance and maintain your unique properties Dave Harding office: (978) 388-5110 cell: (978) 904-1203 Mike Carignan 978-270-9132 mcarignan@agresourceinc.com www.agresourceinc.com Atlantic Golf & Turf 9 Industrial Boulevard Turners Falls, MA 01376 Specializing in agronomy through the distribution of fertilizer, seed & chemicals throughout New England. Chris Cowan (413) 530-5040 Paul Jamrog (401) 524-3322 Scott Mackintosh CPAg (774) 551-6083 www.atlanticgolfandturf.com A-OK Turf Equipment Inc. 1357 Main St. Coventry, RI 02816-8435 Lastec, Tycrop, Blec, Wiedenmann, Therrien, Graden, Sweep & Fill, Baroness, & used equipment. Mike Cornicelli (401) 826-2584 www.pavewithasi.com Barenbrug USA Suppliers of supercharged bentgrasses now with Aquatrols, Turf Blue HGT, Regenerating perennial rye (RPG), and Turfsaver RTF, the only rhizomatous tall fescue on the market. 10549 Hammond Hill Road East Otto, NY 14729 BASF Turf & Ornamental PO Box 111 West Dennis, MA 02670 “We don’t make the turf. We make it better.” Pete Jacobson (919) 530-9062 peter.jacobson@basf.com 18 The Newsletter DGM Systems 153A Foster Center Road Foster, RI 02825 Harrell’s LLC 19 Technology Drive Auburn, MA 01501 Golf & Sports Turf Specialty Products & Services Turf & Ornamental supplies. Office (401) 647-0550 Manny Mihailides (401) 524-8999 David Mihailides (401) 742-1177 Visit www.dgmsystems.com Finch Services, Inc. Finch Services is your premier John Deere Golf Distributor in the Northeast. Wesley Weyant (978) 758-8671 Bill Rockwell (508) 789-5293 Dan Paradise (978) 853-2916 Eric Berg (516) 473-3321 Call or visit our website at www.finchinc.com Five Star Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles 724 MacArthur Boulevard Pocasset, MA 02559 E-Z GO Golf Cars, Cushman Utility Vehicles Tim Russell (603) 557-3463 Andrew Ingham (617) 780-5482 Andrew@fivestargolfcars.com MA Territory G. Fialkosky Lawn Sprinklers PO Box 600645 Newton, MA 02460 Irrigation services to golf courses throughout New England. Gary Fialkosky (617) 293-8632 www.garyfialkoskylawnsprinklers.com Green Sight Agronomics, Inc. 12 Channel Street, Ste 605 Boston, MA 02210 844-484-7336 Whether its autonomous drone service to keep your turf dialed in or a digital platform to keep your data on point, GreenSight has you covered! With our acquisition of Turf Cloud, we can offer even more! Jason VanBuskirk VP Sales & Marketing (774) 244-2630 jvb@greensightag.com drift.me/jvb Stephen Ohlson VP Product Development (617) 571-9475 sohlson@greensightag.com www.greensightag.com @greensiteag Chuck Bramhall (508) 400-0600 Jim Cohen (978) 337-0222 Mike Kroian (401) 265-5353 Mike Nagle (508) 380-1668 Jim Favreau (978) 227-2758 Helena Chemical Company 101 Elm Street Hatfield, MA 01038 National distributors of all your turf chemicals & fertilizers. Extensive line of Helena Branded wetting agents, foliars, micro nutrients & adjuvants. Louis Bettencourt, CGCS (978) 580-8166 Chris Leonard (339) 793-3705 www.helenachemical.com International Golf Construction Co. 5 Purcell Rd. Arlington, MA 02474 Golf course construction. Antonios Paganis (781) 648-2351 (508) 428-3022 Irrigation Management & Services 21 Lakeview Ave. Natick, MA 01760 Irrigation consultation, design, & system evaluation. Bob Healey, ASIC, CID (508) 653-0625 Ken Jones Tire, Inc. 71-73 Chandler St. Worcester, MA 01613 Distributor of tires for lawn & garden, trucks, cars, industrial equipment, & golf cars. Gerry Jones (508) 755-5255 Larchmont Engineering & Irrigation 11 Larchmont Lane Lexington, MA 02420 Offering a full range of inventory for irrigation drainage, pumps, fountains & landscape lighting products & services for all of your residential & commercial needs. (781) 862-2550 Susan Tropeano Lazaro’s Golf Course Supplies & Accessories dba Hammond Paint & Chemical Co., Inc. 738 Main St., Suite 223 Waltham, MA 02154 Complete line for all your of golf course supplies. Par Aide, Standard, Eagle One, turf & ornamentals, aquatics, turf marking paint, safety items, adjuvants. Joe Lazaro–cell: (617) 285-8670 Fax: (781) 647-0787 Email: jlazaro698@aol.com www.lazarogolfcoursesupplies.com Maher Services 71 Concord Street N. Reading, MA 01864 Well drilling, pump service & well maintenance Peter Maher cell: (781) 953-8167 or (978) 664-WELL (9355) Fax (978) 664-9356 www.maherserv.com Maltby & Company 30 Old Page Street, P.O. Box 364 Stoughton, MA 02072 Provides expert tree pruning, tree removal & tree planting services. Our two other divisions include Natural Tree & Lawn Care, which treats for winter moth caterpillars, ticks & mosquitoes etc. Forest Floor recycling manufactures color enhanced mulch & natural composted leaf mulch. For more information or to speak with one of our arborists please call Bill Maltby at (781) 344-3900 MAS Golf Course Construction LLC 51 Saddle Hill Rd. Hopkinton, MA 01748 Fulfilling all your renovation and construction needs. Matthew Staffieri (508) 243-2443 www.masgolfconstruction.com McNulty Construction Corp. P. O. Box 3218 Framingham, MA 01705 Asphalt paving of cart paths, walkways, parking areas; imprinted asphalt. John McNulty (508) 879-8875 19 December 2018 Please patronize these Friends of the Association MTE, Inc. – Turf Equipment Solutions 115 Franklin Street Extension Derry, NH 03038 New England’s source for equipment: New & pre-owned mowers, tractors, & maintenance items from: Jacobsen, Turfco, Smithco, Ventrac, Redexim, Neary Grinders, Ryan, Buffalo Turbine, Mahindra, Gravely, Standard, Par-Aide & others. Sales, Parts, & Service all brands. Derry Shop: (603) 404-2286 Mark Casey: (617) 990-2427 Eastern MA Jess Hamilton: (603) 500-3936 NH Sean Smith: (207) 385-6684 ME Lisa Golden: (978) 857-3726 Alan Hubbard: (413) 355-0603 Mungeam Cornish Golf Design, Inc. 195 SW Main Street Douglas, MA 01516 Golf course architects Office: (508) 476-5630 Cell: (508) 873-0103 Email: info@mcgolfdesign.com Contact: Mark A. Mungeam, ASGCA www.mcgolfdesign.com New England Specialty Soils 435 Lancaster Street Leominster, MA 01453 1mm. Top Dressing Sand, High Density Bunker Sand, Rootzone Mixes, Tee Blends, Divot Mixes, Bridging Stone, Cart Path Mix, Infield Mixes, Inorganic Amendments, SLOPE LOCK Soil. Bob Doran (978) 230-2244 Nate Miller (978) 660-0480 www.nesoils.com New England Turf Farm, Inc. P.O. Box 777 West Kingston, RI 02892 Many types of tallgrasses and bentgrass available for golf courses, sports turf and landscapers. Expert installation available. Office: (800) 451-2900 Ernie Ketchum (508) 364-4428 erniesod@comcast.net Mike Brown (508) 272-1827 www.newenglandturf.com NMP Golf Construction Corp. 25 Bishop Ave. Ste. A-2, Williston, VT 05495 Golf course construction Mario Poirier (888) 707-0787 20 Northeast Golf & Turf Supply 6 Dearborn Road Peabody, MA 01960 Complete line of Golf Course, Landscape & Lawn Care Construction & Maintenance Supplies Tom Rowell (978) 317-0673 Jeff Brown (508) 868-8495 Dan Ricker (978) 317-7320 North Shore Hydroseeding 20 Wenham St. Danvers, MA 01923 Hydroseeding & erosion control services. Brian King (978) 762-8737 www.nshydro.com On-Course Golf Inc., Design/Build 16 Maple Street Acton, MA 01720 Golf Course Craftsmen. We serve all your remodeling and renovation needs. You can trust your project with us! We make you look good! Sean Hanley (978) 337-6661 www.on-coursegolf.com Precision Laboratories 1428 S. Shields Drive Waukegan, IL 60083 Specialized chemistries that enhance plants, seeds, soil and water. Greg Bennett 978-877-3772 www.precisionlab.com Putnam Pipe Corp. Hopkinton & Taunton, MA Distributor of water, sewer, drain and stormwater pipe & fittings. Erosion & sediment control products. Free delivery & 24-hour service. David Putnam 508-435-3090 Read Custom Soils 5 Pond Park Road, Suite 1 Hingham, MA 02043 Consistent sand for the next twenty years. Top dressing sands, root zone blends, high density bunker sand,“early green” black sand, divot & cart path mixes. Mark Pendergrast (617) 686-5590 Garrett Whitney (617) 697-4247 Ed Downing (508) 440-1833 www.readcustomsoils.com Saturated Solutions 18 Evergreen Road Northford, CT 06472 Greg Moore (203) 980-1301 Saturated Solutions is the sole distributor of the Air2G2 Machine for sales & contracted services. Replenish your soils with oxygen when it needs it most in any conditions with no disruption. saturatedsolutionsllc.com Select Source 3208 Peach Street Erie, PA 16508 National, full line distributor of turf, ornamental & specialty products. Exclusive distributor of Prime Source branded pesticides & specialty products. Mike Blatt, Northeast Territory Manager (814) 440-7658 SiteOne Landscape Supply, LLC 300 Colonial Parkway, Suite 600 Roswell, GA 30076 Offering our customers the most complete line of products, service & expertise in the industry. Ron Tumiski (800) 321-5325 ext. 6219 Sodco Inc. PO Box 2 Slocum, Rl 02877 1-800-341-6900 Black Beauty, Tall Fescue, Green & Fairway Height Bent, Short Cut Black Beauty, Short Cut Blue, 90-10 Fine Fescue Installation options available Contact: Pat Hogan, Alicia Pearson Southwest Putting Greens of Boston P.O. Box 827 Westford, MA 01886 Synthetic turf, tee lines, practice greens, outdoor & indoor practice facilities. Douglas Preston (978) 250-5996 Stumps Are Us Inc. Manchester, NH Professional stump chipping service. Brendan McQuade (603) 625-4165 The Newsletter Winding Brook Turf Farm Wethersfield, CT and Lyman, ME 240 Griswold Road Wethersfield, CT 06109 Kathy Arcari (401) 639-5462 karcari@windingbrookturf.net www.windingbrookturf.com WinField United 29 Gilmore Drive–Unit C Sutton, MA 01590 Using industry-leading insights to provide you with the products that help you win. Mark Guyer 508-372-9121 Winterberry Irrigation Pump service, installation and sales. Irrigation installation, service, repairs, and sales. Wire tracking, GPS mapping, grounding testing, start-up, and winterization. Matt Faherty 860-681-8982 mfaherty@winterberrylandscape.com Visit www.winterberryirrigation.com WSP USA Offices throughout CT and MA Hydro-geologists and Engineers Rob Good 860-678-0404 rob.good@wsp.com Water supply investigation, development. engineering, and permitting; including groundwater, surface water, ponds and pumping systems. Syngenta Professional Products P.O. Box 1775 Wells, ME 04090 John Bresnahan (413) 333-9914 Melissa Hyner Gugliotti (860) 221-5712 Target Specialty Products 165 Grove Street, Suite 70 Franklin, MA 02038 Supplier of fertilizer, chemicals & grass seed. Jim Pritchard, Territory Manager 401-862-1098 Glenn Larrabee 774-670-8880 Tartan Farms, LLC P.O. Box 983 West Kingston, RI 02892 Dave Wallace (401) 641-0306 Tanto Irrigation 5 N. Payne street Elmsford, NY 10532 Golf Irrigation specialists. Proudly providing the Golf Industry with irrigation services for over 50 Years. Bill Bartels 914-347-5151 tantoirrigation.com Tom Irwin Inc. 13 A Street Burlington, MA 01803 (800) 582-5959 We bring you a network of professionals and innovative solutions dedicated to your success. With Tom Irwin, you’re not alone. Tree Tech, Inc. 6 Springbrook Rd Foxboro, MA 02035 Foxboro, Wellesley, Fall River Full service tree service specializing in zero impact tree removal, stump grinding, tree pruning & tree risk assessments by our team of Certified Arborists. Andy Felix (508) 543-5644 Tuckahoe Turf Farms, Inc. PO Box 167 Wood River Junction, Rl 02894 Many varieties of turfgrass sod for the golf course. Bentgrass, Bluegrass, Fine and Tall Fescues, Blends and Mixes. 800-556-6985 Turf Enhancement Enterprises Featuring Floratine products, JRM tines and bed knives and Greenleaf Turbo Drop air induction spray nozzles. Tom Fox 508-450-9254 Brian Juneau 781-738-3201 Turf Cloud, Inc. 39 Mountain Gate Road Ashland, MA 01721 Whether you’re focused on your turf, your family, your friends, or your hobbies, our goal is to provide administrative assistance to your operation, so you can have just that, more time! Turf Cloud, Inc.’s unique passion for technology, coupled with years of turf grass experience can offer you superior data tracking programs and insight to web strategies to increase your time and productivity. Ask us how today! Jason VanBuskirk (774) 244-2630 jvb@turfcloud.com www.turfcloud.com Turf Products 157 Moody Rd. Enfield, CT 06082 Toro Equipment & Irrigation– Serving the industry since 1970 800-243-4355 Bill Conley Nat Binns (332) 351-5189 Tim Berge (860) 490-2787, Andy Melone (508) 561-0364 www.turfproductscorp.com U.S. Pavement Services 41 Industrial Parkway Woburn, MA 01801 Ken Sprague 781-825-3290 Providing asphalt paving, cart paths and walkways, line striping and concrete work. 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