Pulilished by Ihc Metropolitan Golf ('olirsi* Siipeiinleiiilciils Issili ¡alimi Ildiinl oi Himlors President ROBERT NIELSEN JR., CGCS Bedford Golf & Tennis Club Vice President BLAKE HALDERMAN, CGCS Brae Burn Country Club Secretary GLEN DUBE, CGCS Centennial Golf Club Treasurer DAVID DUDONES North Jersey Country Club Past President A N TH ON Y M. GIRARDI, CGCS Rockrimmon Country Club Directors ROBERT B. A L O N Z IJR . St. Andrew's Golf Club KENNETH BENOIT JR., CGCS GlenArbor Club SEAN CAIN, CGCS Sunningdale Country Club BRETT CHAPIN Redding Country Club PAUL GONZALEZ, CGCS The Whippoorwill Club VINCENT PAVONETTI, CGCS Fairview Country Club Class AF Rep MICHAEL CO O K The Care of Trees Class C Rep SCOTT OLSON Scarsdale Golf Club Executive Secretary INEKE PIERPO IN T MetGCSA Editors DAVE DUDONES PAUL GONZALEZ F 973-942-0566 914-273-3755 Managing Editor PANDORA C.WOJICK Editorial Committee ; KEVIN COLLINS SCOTT NIVEN I PAUL GRABBE ERIC O’NEILL DENNIS GRANAHAN BILL PERLEE I CHIPLAFFERTY MIKE REEB DAVE MOFFETT MIKE TOLLNER GREGWOJICK Designer TERRIE DUNKELBERGER Photographer BILL PERLEE Advertising Manager MARK MILLETT, 914-949-4203 TEE TO GREEN is published bimonthly by the Metropolitan Golf Course Superintendents Association 4 9 Knollwood Road\ Elmsford, NY 1 0 52 3-2819 914-347-465 3, FAX: 914-347-343 7, METGCSA.ORG Copyright © 2 0 1 0 A Met First: The John Reid Lifetime Achievem ent ............................2 Award Goes to an O rganizationThe N ew York State Turfgrass Association Departments National News ..................................................................................................... 6 U pcom ing Events ............................................................................................... 9 Scorecard..............................................................................................................10 Member N ew s..................................................................................................... 11 SERIALS Current Periodicals.... „ , ,m1 DO NOT CIRCULATE0 MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES his Thanksgiving, I had a lot to be thankful for: the end of a tough season— the toughest I can recall—and the beginning of that time of year when I can spend entire weekends with my family, not to mention uninterrupted time throughout the holidays. No need to race between home and the course to check for wilt or monitor the effects of relentless humidity on the turf. The irrigation system, the mowers, and the sprayer are finally ... thankfully ... at rest. liiHiiiirii/iiio I¡oil ill Members: Old ¡mil New In the spirit of giving thanks, I would also like to thank the membership for electing me as president of the MetGCSA. Having served on the board under Tim Moore, Dave Mahoney, Will Heintz, Matt Ceplo, and Tony Girardi, I am both humbled and honored to serve as president. I apologize that I was unable to thank everyone at the Annual Meeting; however, I was scheduled that day to meet with the GCSAA and EPA regarding the Stop Sale Order of PCNB. I feel participating in this meeting was important to ensuring a posi­ tive outcome—for MetGCSA members and the industry as a whole. So let me take this opportunity, now, to recognize the individuals who have served on the board for the past two years, as well as those new to the board. Mark Chant has served as Tournament Committee co-chairman and will be sorely missed. Mark Millett was charged with both the Social Committee and Advertising. What advertiser could ever say no to Mark, and who could deny that Mark hosts one heck of a party? Steve Renzetti brought his ex­ pertise both as a superintendent and affiliate representative to the board. Matt Ceplo has finished his term as past president, marking 18 years of service to the board; we’ll, no doubt, be seeking his guidance and direction for a long time to come. Bob Nielsen, CGCS MetGCSA President Thanks goes to one and all for your contributions. Our newest board members bring both enthusiasm and new ideas to the board. We welcome Brett Chapin and Jim Pavonetti, both of whom have been active members of the association for a number of years. Mike Cook, our new Class AF rep, and Sean Cain have returned to the board. We look forward to their valued input once again. A New Era These are very exciting times for our associa­ tion. We are in the final stages of hiring an executive director for our association for the first time in more than 20 years. The benefits of this hire will be reflected in the quality of our educational, social, and golf events in the future. Our government relations efforts and industry relationships will also be enhanced as a result of reinstating this position. The coming year will be one of education, social enjoyment, and professional growth for all of us. We benefited from many insightful continued on page 12 Tee to Green December 2010 feature A Met First: The John Reid Lifetime Achievement Award Goes to an Organization— The New York State Turfgrass Association tu w im sj « A S S O C IA TIO N \r annual l\ 964-1965) 919),John John Reid Lifetime Achievement Award has been bestowed on the individual who demonstrates a lifetime’s knowledge of, and commitment to, golf and golf course man­ agement. Worthy designees in the past have included Sports Writer and industry friend Guido Cribari to last years recipient, the USGA’s David Oatis. This years recipient signifies both a break in tradition and a reinforcement of it. For the first time ever, the award will go not to an individual, but to an organization—an organ­ ization that upholds and enhances the award’s criteria and high standards of excellence: The New York State Turfgrass Association. “With the hard work and devotion of so many individuals over the past 60 years,” says Awards Committee Chairman Matt Ceplo, “NYSTA has done more to demonstrate a ‘knowledge of and commitment to the game of golf and the science of golf course man­ agement’ than any one individual could accomplish in a lifetime.” Foundations: A Commit ment to Sharing Knowledge The New York State Turfgrass Association (originally, The New York State Turf Associa­ tion) was formed at the Second Annual Cornell Turf Conference in Ithaca on March 4, 1949, following nearly a decade of teach­ ing, research, and extension activities in turf­ grass management under the direction of John Farnsworth Cornman, professor of ornamental horticulture. The important role that golf course super­ intendents played in the inception and growth of the association is reflected in the fact that its first president was John Gormley ofWolferts Roost Country Club. He also served as president in 1956, the year the first statewide educational committee was formed. Under his stewardship, the first publication of a periodical dealing with matters of inter­ est in the field of turf culture, The New York State Turfgrass Bulletin, was developed and authored by Dr. Cornman—who remained its author for the next 22 years. In 1979, Dr. Cornman was the second person ever to receive the New York State Turfgrass As­ NYSTA’s current board. Pictured from left to right, back row: Michael Maffei, CGCS, Metropolitan representative; Owen Regan, past president; Greg Chorvas, president; Rick Holfoth, CGCS, secretary/ treasurer. Left to right, middle row: Roger Lind, at large; Michael McNamara, Northeast representative. Left to right, front row'.Timothy Hahn, Finger Lakes representative;Tom Wright, at large; Robert Sanderson, vice president. Board members not pictured:foseph Potrikus, CSFM, Central representative; CraigYunker, Western representative;Jim Hornungjr., CSP, at large; Craig Currier, Long Island representative. sociation’s Citation of Merit award for his 33 New York State Agricultural Experiment years of service to Cornell University and the Station at Geneva. According to an article in turf industry. NYSTA’s Bulletin, the event “marked the successful culmination of more than a dozen years of effort by the New York State Turf­ Growth, Activism, .mil grass Association to provide better facilities Accomplishment for studies in turfgrass problems in New York In May of 1949, NYSTA had just over 100 State.” members. In 1950, the association’s second Edwin S. Brown of Lewiston continued president, A1 Schardt ofWanaka Golf Course, this approach of growth and education in the outlined a plan of action for the future. He ’70s. The annual conferences, for example, wanted to increase membership to 500 while moved for the first time off the Cornell expanding research and education at Cornell. Campus to locations in cities throughout the These two goals were met fairly quickly: state, including Port Chester, Rochester, and Grant endowments to Cornell University be­ Syracuse. In the years that followed, the at­ gan in 1950 for turf research and education, tendance grew exponentially. In fact, Melvin and the grants program has expanded to B. Lucas Jr., president in 1978 and 1979, was include SUNY Cobleskill, SUNY Delhi, and honored in 1987 with the Citation of Merit the University of Massachusetts. Turf research award for being the “spark that was ignited plots were established at Cornell to enhance which led that group from a small nucleus of data collection and provide more accurate interested turf professionals to its current membership of 850. The first trade show information to members. with equipment held during Mel’s presidency At the 1958 annual meeting, the first undergraduate scholarship was established in 1979 had grown to 185 booths and 1,300 and would thereafter be made to a “promising attending in a short six years.” and capable student in the College of Agri­ culture whose interest is to make some phase Going hililiuil of turfgrass management his profession.” 1980s saw a series of events that re­ This commitment to growth and educa­ The quired decisive action in the political arena, tion continued under the direction of Lynn most notably 1987 Environmental Kellogg of Oak Hill Country Club, elected Conservation Law,therequiring commercial pes­ president in 1960. The New York State ticide applicators to have signed contracts Legislature and Governor Rockefeller appro­ priated funds for turfgrass research at the Tee to Green December 2010 SUNY Cobleskill dedicated its new Turfgrass Building on October 11, 1989 in honor of Dr. Ralph Smalley, who started SUNY Cobleskill’s turfgrass curriculum in 1962. A second plaque in the building acknowledges the New York State Turfgrass Association for its financial support. Picturedfrom left to right: Dr. Ralph Smalley, SUNY Cobleskill plant science pro­ fessor emeritus; Robert Emmons, then professor of plant science at SUNY Cobleskill. with every customer and to post signs every 12 feet around the perimeter of a treated area 48 hours prior to each application. This insti­ gated a legal battle between the New York State Department of Environmental Conser­ vation and the applicator industry. Executive Director Elizabeth Seme led the fight against these burdensome posting regu­ lations, helping form the New York State Pesticide Coalition and positioning NYSTA as a major supporter of the New York State Green Council, which represented the indus­ try’s concerns on legislative issues, pesticides, and environmental concerns. After a twoyear struggle, the regulations were struck down in 1989. In 2001, Seme, who remains NYSTA’s the best legislation to protect and enhance the environment while maintaining turf to enjoy.” Smith was honored with NYSTA’s Cita­ tion of Merit award for his 20 years of service in the turf industry. He was one of the organizers of the first Poa Annual Tourna­ ment held in the Hudson Valley and of NYSTA’s Southeast Regional Conference. In 1999, he launched the successful Sul­ livan County Challenge golf tournament, which has raised nearly $100,000 in the past 10 years for turfgrass research and to support NYSTA’s legislative efforts. After his passing in 2007, the Sullivan County Challenge also became known as the Steve Smith Memorial Tournament. executive director, was the recipient of Lawn & Landscape magazine’s Leadership Award. She was recognized for successfully leading the industry effort to defeat the neighbor no­ tification law, promoting the legislative inter­ ests of lawn care professionals, and playing an instrumental role in growing the association. Steve Smith, who had a long career in the irrigation industry in the Hudson Valley and Metropolitan area, became president in 1990. Steve set goals not only for the education of NYSTA members, but also for the general public and the state legislature. “The future of the green industry and the environment is one of the major concerns for the coming decade,” he correctly prophesized. “Industry is in a position to help state lawmakers create SUNY Delhi celebrates the construction of a new Turf Education Center at a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on August 16,1994. NYSTA provided the lead donation for the project. Picturedfrom left to right, front row: Carol Oakley, Hudson Valley GCSA; Paul Pesci, director of sales and distribution for Ransomes, Inc.; Delhi College’s president, Mary Ellen Duncan (center);John Liburdi Jr., president of NYSTA (1994-1995); Stephen Moffett III, president of the S.V. Moffett Company (far right). Left to right, back row:Joseph Alonzi, CGCS, MetGCSA; Dominic Morales, then chair of Delhi College’s Plant Sciences Department; Brad Balschmitter, CGCS, Finger Lakes Association of GCS. Tee to Green December 2010 Hull Call: Leaders mill Innmatiims The accomplishments by NYSTA and its leaders are too lengthy to list here. And it doesn’t do these accomplishments justice to say simply that the organization’s untiring efforts in the educational, environmental, and legislative fields continue to benefit the entire industry to this day. Here, then, is a brief summary of the organization’s most recent leaders and some of the more notable industry innovations. Michael MafFei, CGCS. President: 1992, 1993,2006. and 2007. Mike Maffei s vision­ ary leadership led to the establishment of the New York Turfgrass Foundation, a perpetual endowment fund initiated to ensure the NYSTA’s Board of Directors attended SUNY Delhi’s July 23, 1996 dedica­ tion of the 13th hole at the college golf course.This special tribute recognized NYSTA’s longstanding support of Delhi’s golf education programs and NYSTA’s $25,000 contribution toward development of the back nine holes of the course. Members of the 1996 Board of Directors, from left to right: Stephen Smith, NYSTA president; Dominic Morales, then chair of Delhi College’s Plant Sciences Department;John Rizza, CGCS, NYSTA board member; Fran Berdine, O.M. Scott & Sons; Michael Maffei, CGCS, Back O ’Beyond; Elizabeth Seme, NYSTA executive director; Anthony Peca Jr., NYSTA vice president; Delhi College’s president, Mary Ellen Duncan. NYSTA President Anthony Peca Jr. donates a checkfor $50,000 to the New York Turfgrass Foundation for turfgrass research and edu­ cation at the 1998 Cornell Field Day. Pictured from left to right:John Fik, CGM, NYSTA vice president; Dr. Thomas Wciler, chair of Cornell University’s Department of Floriculture and Ornamental Horticulture;Anthony Peca Jr., NYSTA president. NYSTA V P O B O X 612 LA T H A M N Y 12110 MTE Ti'Zf lu ifo v x u £ > & .& & & future of turf research and education in New York. The recipient of NYSTA’s Citation of Merit award in 2001 for his service on the NYSTA board since 1988 and his participa­ tion in public policy, Maffei also serves on the boards of the Council of Agricultural Organizations and the New York Alliance for Environmental Concerns. He was awarded for his efforts with the 2008 Excellence in Government Relations Award in the Ad­ vocacy Category by the GCSAA Govern­ ment Advocacy and Compliance Commit­ tee. Maffei was also one of the founding members of NYSTA’s annual Turfgrass Ad­ vocacy Day, which forged the way for the Turfgrass Environmental Stewardship Fund. Joseph Hahn, CGCS. President, 2000. Passionate about increasing research funding so that students would continue to enter the workforce without a lot of training and golf maintenance crews could receive the most up-to-date knowledge available from ex­ pert turf scientists, Mr. Hahn solicited “Foundation Club” members to make annual contributions at various giving levels ranging from $100 to $1,000 per year. Joseph Hahn also worked closely with NYSTA through­ out the years, providing assistance with con­ ferences in the Rochester area. He continues to attend every annual conference, awarding Hahn Memorial Scholarships—which honor his nephew, Matthew, and his brother, Peter—to deserving turf students. Turfgrass Advocacy Day. The first NYSTA Turfgrass Advocacy Day was held in February of 2000. The purpose is to review issues and advocacy strategies that promote the interest of the turfgrass industry and meet directly with legislators to voice concerns. Participants are also given the valuable opportunity to hear legislative updates con­ cerning the turfgrass industry. Steve Griffen. President, 2003. Effective involvement in the political issues affecting SlSO OPO 0 & // 0 G tXXLARS the turf industry was—and remains—a hall­ mark of Steve Griffen s tenure and continued involvement in the organization. He received NYSTA’s Citation of Merit award for his involvement in the political process and the policy decisions that affect green industry professionals. In 1991, Griffen joined the Council of Agricultural Organizations (CAO) as NYSTA s representative. By 2006, he was chair of CAO, an organization that has enabled its members to develop a united effort on local, state, and national issues affecting the viability of agriculture in New York State. New York Turfgrass Survey. The dream of NYSTA s second president, A1 Schardt, came true in 2004 when NYSTA began conduct­ ing the New York Turfgrass Survey. This was a “first” for the industry, documenting the amount of turfgrass acreage in New York and the economic value of turf, turf production, services, and expenditures. It has become an invaluable tool at NYSTA’s Turfgrass Ad­ vocacy Day because it shows that the turf­ grass industry is a growing agricultural commodity in New York State, and it enables the public, industry, and government to work together to ensure its continued growth. and lawn and landscape, along with the Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Turf­ grass Team gathered in Ithaca. The invitees were recognized leaders with the ability to articulate a vision for turfgrass education in New York State. After two days, the summit was adjourned, with many expressing overwhelming opti­ mism that the industry could come together and build on collective strengths. Improved leadership structure, better communications, and more thorough coordination were identi­ fied as vital components in commencing the task. There was a renewed sense of connection with Cornell, and it was concluded that it would take a coordinated effort with strong leadership to keep the process moving for­ ward in a positive vein. Here to Stay: To the Benefit of Us All NYSTA’s current president is Greg Chorvas, superintendent at Cantine Veterans Sports Complex.There are currently 1,213 members and a staff of five. NYSTA continues to pro­ vide leadership in turfgrass research and edu­ cation by offering accredited education seminars, conferences, scholarships, and re­ search grants. NYSTA’s roots with Cornell University turf programs continue to grow and expand. “Last year, NYSTA celebrated its 60-year anniversary, which is proof that this organiza­ tion is here to stay,” says Chorvas. “As long as we continue to uphold the principals of our founding members and respect the accom­ plishments of those who came before us, I see no reason why this organization won’t con­ tinue to be a strong force in the industry for the next 60 years. We are proud of our past and look forward to providing excellent lead­ ership in the years to come.” The committee for the John Reid Lifetime Achievement Award obviously agrees. “NYSTA has supported superintendents since its inception, and its commitment to them continues to this day,” says Awards Committee Chair Matt Ceplo.“Our commit­ tee could not be more proud or think of a more deserving organization. Its members, now and through the years, represent a virtual ‘Who’sWho’in golf course advocacy. “NYSTA’s achievements have increased the stature and influence of the golfing industry to the benefit of us all. In the committee’s opinion, and we hope now in yours, there is no more deserving organization for this pres­ tigious award than the New York State Turfgrass Association.” Empire State Green Industry Show. In 2005, the NYSTA Turf & Grounds Expo­ sition became the Empire State Green In­ dustry Show, under the direction of NYSTA president Jim Hornung Sr. The Empire State Green Industry show combined the confer­ ences and trade shows of several green indus­ try organizations. Attendees benefit from multi-association educational programs and the opportunity to network with their peers in a related industry. Hornung received NYSTA’s Citation of Merit award in 2007 for his work in creating a united green indus­ You’ll find afull account on the New York State Turfgrass Association’s history and accomplish­ try conference. ments, authored by NYSTA PR Coordinator, Turfgrass Industry Summit. In March Denise Lewis, on our website, www.metgcsa.org. 2009, 30 turfgrass professionals from across New York State, representing sports, golf, sod, Tee to Green December 2010 National News Chaptm* Relegates Meeting Draws Near l ull limisi Delegates Debate Dues Increase, Share Success Stories, and Meet and Greet G CSAA Board Candidates by Bob Nielsen, CGCS s usual, the GCSAA drew the majority of its 91 chap­ ters to the annual Chapter Delegates Meeting, held this year October 22 through 24. I was one of 87 delegates to attend this always-informative event, where I had the opportunity to represent the MetGCSA’s views of the industry and our national organization. The meeting began with an orientation session for first-time delegates at GCSAA Headquarters in Lawrence, KS, followed by a networking reception and dinner. The meeting continued at the Airport Hilton in Kansas City, MO, where we had the oppor­ tunity to engage in discussions on GCSAA s financial metrics and new association initia­ tives, as well as listen to a variety of chapter case study presentations. Two of the chapter presentations were of particular interest. Todd Bohn from the Heart of America chapter discussed his asso­ ciation’s advertising strategies, which, al­ though similar to ours, had some interesting twists. Kevin Breen, CGCS, from the Cali­ fornia GCSA, discussed his chapters gov­ ernment relations strategies, which should be a model for all associations. Stall“of t in1GCSAA The meeting opened with a state-of-theGCSAA address by Rhett Evans, the COO, and interim CEO, of GCSAA. Although more than 25 percent of the GCSAA staff has been cut over the past few years, the association remains focused on its mission to serve the membership. With the GIS having declining numbers the past two years and the very real possibility that the upcoming GIS may have a similar turnout, the GCSAA has been forced to review each and every program to be sure there is a benefit to the majority of members. Member Dues Increase Discussed The most discussed item was a proposed GCSAA member dues increase, which would take effect with May 2011 renewals and new member applications. Class A and SM dues would increase $20 annually and Class C dues $10 annually. Tee to Green December 2010 The process for proposed dues increases was originally created by chapter delegates and uses the Consumer Price Index as a guide. GCSAA members then vote on the proposal at the association’s Annual Meeting in February.The process calls for the associa­ tion to consider a dues adjustment every two years as a means of ensuring a sustain­ able organization. The process is not automatic, and the GCSAA Board of Directors may elect not to bring forward dues adjustments according to schedule. This was the case last year when the board opted to forgo consideration of an increase. GCSAAVice President Bob Randquist said the board supports a dues increase for 2011 because it will provide muchneeded support for programs that will help members ensure the success of their careers and facilities. Dues account for 27 percent of the GCSAA budget, which is below the average of 38 to 40 percent for associations of a similar size. “The board fully realizes that raising dues in this current economic climate is diffi­ cult,” Randquist told us. “But we see this as a necessary investment by members. The in­ creases allow us to make up ground lost to inflation, which has been at 5.8 percent since our last dues increase three years ago. It allows us to continue to offer programs the members have deemed valuable. Ultimately, members will determine whether the dues will increase or not, by voting on the pro­ posal in February.” I, along with most of the other delegates, felt a $20 dues increase was justified. Clearly, the GCSAA Board of Directors has made a significant effort to cut costs in just about every area possible. This seems to be the only way to help offset rising costs, while allowing GCSAA to continue to offer all of us the quality services and programs we’ve been accustomed to. Randquist noted that GCSAA has seen a $5-million decrease in revenues over the past three years due to a struggling economy, but proactive expense management by the board and staff has resulted in a reduction of expenses by $5.4 million during that same period. GCSAA will have projected rev­ enues of $15.7 million by the end of 2010. Fii‘l AJ Tee to Green December 20 tO President's Message continuedfrom page i speakers at our Education Seminar. The December 10 Christmas party at Apawamis was a fun and festive event, and the Winter Seminar promises to offer yet another highly productive educational and networking ex­ perience. One of my first goals for the new year is to work toward enhancing the atten­ dance at our spring Business Meeting. We’ll be discussing ideas at our next board meeting. A tall lor Committee Involvement I urge you all to participate on one of the committees this year. Our Tournament Com­ mittee is proud of its work in securing topnotch venues for our golf events every year. Right now, the committee is seeking volun­ teers to help at our tournaments, as well as secure sites for the Poa Annual and Green Chairman tourneys. The Social & Welfare Committee is gener­ ating ideas for new events while looking for ways to enhance some of our existing ones. The Communications Committee is al­ ways looking for willing and able contribu­ tors to the Tee to Green, as well as help with the important job of securing advertisers. The Education Committee works to ex­ pand our programs to provide information on the latest research and turf management techniques. The best way to become involved with the MetGCSA is by serving on a committee. I encourage you to contact me or any member of the board soon, as we will be forming committees over the next several weeks. I appreciate your confidence in me as I serve as president, and I am excited to work with all of you in continuing to enhance the MetGCSA and its programs and services. I want to wish all of you a wonderful holi­ day season and a very Happy New Year. 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