Meadowood Golf and Tennis Club

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1 (Incorporated under the name Meadowood Golf & Tennis Club, Inc.) GENERAL CLUB RULES 1

2 MEADOWOOD GOLF AND TENNIS CLUB TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I...3 GENERAL...3 MEMBER CLUB ACCOUNTS...4 FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM...4 RESIGNATION, REINSTATEMENT, SUSPENSION AND TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP...4 LOSS OR DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY OR INSTANCES OF PERSONAL INJURY...5 RESERVATIONS AND CANCELLATIONS...6 GRATUITIES...6 CHILDREN...6 DRESS CODE...7 MAILING ADDRESSES...8 CLUB SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES...8 GUESTS...8 LESSEE PRIVILEGES...9 SECTION II...10 POOL...10 SECTION III GOLF GENERAL GOLF RULES GOLF STARTING TIMES TOURNAMENTS HANDICAP FLAGS HOLE IN ONE HOURS OF PLAY DRIVING RANGE GENERAL GOLF CART RULES PRIVATE GOLF CART RULES HANDICAPS GOLF COURSE ETIQUETTE GOLF LOCKERS SECTION IV TENNIS

3 od Golf and Tennis Club is for the use of Members in Good Standing and their guests. Members and their guests are required to adhere to the, which will be enforced for the protection, safety and well being of its Members and staff. Should there be a conflict regarding the interpretation of the, the Board of Governors shall have the final say. SECTION I GENERAL 1. The Club and its facilities shall be open on the days and during the hours as may be established from time to time by the Club. 2. Performance by entertainers will be permitted on the property of the Club only with the permission of the Club. 3. Dining room activities for groups will be permitted only with the permission of the Club. 4. Card and game playing is permitted in the main dining room or in the bar areas only if these areas are available and not in use. 5. Alcoholic beverages will not be served or sold, nor permitted to be consumed, on the premises during hours prohibited by law. Alcoholic beverages will not be sold or served to any person not permitted to purchase the same under the laws of the State of Florida or be sold for off-premises consumption. All alcoholic beverages consumed or otherwise possessed on the premises of the Club must be sold and purchased at the Club. 6. Commercial advertisements shall not be posted or circulated in the Club without the prior approval of the Board of Governors. 7. Petitions may be originated, solicited, circulated or posted on any property of the Club only with the prior approval of the Board of Governors. 8. It is contrary to the policy of the Club to have its facilities used for functions or fund raising efforts for the benefit of a political cause, except as specifically permitted by the Board of Governors. The Club s facilities shall not be used in connection with organized religious services. 9. All food and beverages consumed on Club property must be furnished by the Club except as permitted under item 4 of the Club Services and Activities paragraph of Section Employees of the Club are not permitted to deliver food or alcoholic beverages to locations away from the immediate area of the clubhouse, pool or other designated areas of the Club without the permission of the General Manager. 11. Members must not request special personal services from the employees of the Club who are on duty. 12. Children under the age of twelve are only permitted in the men s or women s locker rooms when accompanied by an adult. 13. Dogs and other pets are permitted on the Club s premises only with the prior approval of the General Manager and must remain on a leash at all times. 14. All complaints, criticisms or suggestions of any kind relating to any of the operations of the Club must be in writing, signed and addressed to the General Manager. 3

4 15. It is unbecoming for any member or guest to abuse any of the Club s employees, verbally or otherwise. All service employees of the Club are under the ultimate supervision of the General Manager and no member or guest shall reprimand or discipline any employee or send any employee off the premises of the Club for any reason. Any employee not rendering courteous and prompt service should be reported to the General Manager immediately. 16. The roster or list of members in the Club shall be furnished only to members and shall not be used or given to anyone by a member of the Club for any reason whatsoever. 17. Members and their Guests are required to adhere to the Club s parking notices displayed throughout the Club premises for automobiles and golf carts. 18. Violation of any of these rules or conduct in a manner prejudicial to the best interests of the Club will subject the person in violation to disciplinary action in accordance with the By-Laws of the Club. 19. The Board of Governors of the Club reserves the right to amend or modify these rules when necessary and will notify the membership of any change. MEMBER CLUB ACCOUNTS 1. All food, beverage, merchandise and services of the Club charged to the member s club account will be billed monthly and shall be deemed delinquent if not paid within thirty days after the date of the monthly statement. Past due bills will accrue a one and one-half percent service charge per month from the date of the statement until paid in full. 2. If the club account of any member is delinquent, the Club may at its option take whatever action it deems necessary to effect collection. If the Club commences any legal action to collect any amount owed by any member, or to enforce any other liability of any member to the Club, and if judgment is obtained by the Club, the member shall also be liable for all costs and expenses of the legal action and reasonable attorneys fees (including fees required in connection with appellate proceedings). FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM 1. Food and Beverage Minimum(s) are determined annually by the Board of Governors. It is not necessary to require one for any year. 2. A member with a Single Non Equity Membership or an Equity member with a Single Certificate is billed Single Food and Beverage Minimum. 3. A member with a Family Non Equity Membership or an Equity Member with a Family Certificate having a spouse/partner or children under the age of 23 or children attending school on a full time basis living with them will be billed Family Food and Beverage Minimum. An equity member with a Family Certificate will be billed Single Food and Beverage Minimum if he or she does not have a partner/spouse or children under the age of 23 or children attending school on a full time basis living with them. 4. Any portion of a Food and Beverage Minimum that is not used prior to the end of the Club year, October 31 st, will revert to the Club s General Funds. RESIGNATION, REINSTATEMENT, SUSPENSION AND TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP 1. A member may resign membership in the Club by delivering to the Club Secretary written notice of resignation in accordance with the By-Laws of the Club. Notwithstanding any resignation, termination or suspension of an Equity Membership, the Equity Member and the member s spouse shall remain liable for any amounts unpaid on the member s club account and annual dues, assessments and other fees until the earlier of: (a) the end of the membership year in which the Equity Member resigns, or (b) once the Club repurchases the member s membership. 4

5 2. A resigned Equity Member may be reinstated to Equity Membership in Good Standing subject to availability of such category of Equity Membership, the payment of all outstanding dues, fees, charges and assessments and any penalty fees as set forth by the Board of Governors from time to time. 3. A member may be terminated or suspended by the Club if, in the sole judgment of the Club, the member: a. fails to meet eligibility for membership, or b. submits false information on the application for membership or for guest or lessee privileges, or c. permits his or her membership account to be used by anyone other than the designated holder, or d. exhibits unsatisfactory behavior, deportment or appearance, or e. fails to pay any amount owed to the Club in a proper and timely manner, or f. fails to abide by the rules and regulations as set forth for use of the facilities of the Club, or g. treats the personnel or employees of the Club in an unreasonable or abusive manner, or h. fails in or refrains from any other conduct or obligation determined by the Club as appropriate for termination or suspension of memberships as determined by the Club, from time to time, for any reason whatsoever. 4. The Club may at any time, and from time to time, restrict or suspend, for cause or causes described in the preceding paragraph, any member s rights to use any or all of the facilities of the Club. No such member shall on account of any such restriction or suspension be entitled to any refund of any membership contribution, membership dues or any other fees. During the restriction or suspension, dues and other charges shall continue to accrue and shall be paid in full prior to reinstatement as a member in good standing. 5. Notwithstanding termination or suspension of membership, the member shall remain liable for any and all amounts owed to the Club. The member will not be entitled to a refund of annual dues or fees previously paid to the Club and will not be relieved of any obligations to the Club, including without limitation, payment of any annual dues and assessments. 6. Any member of the Club who has had his or her membership terminated for any reason other than the failure to meet eligibility for membership shall not again be eligible for membership nor admitted to use the facilities of the Club under any circumstances. LOSS OR DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY OR INSTANCES OF PERSONAL INJURY 1. Each member as a condition of membership, and each guest as a condition of invitation to the premises of the Club, assumes sole responsibility for his or her property. The Club shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to any private property used or stored on the premises of the Club. 2. Property or furniture belonging to the Club shall not be removed from the room in which it is placed or from the Club s premises, without proper authorization. Every member of the Club shall be liable for any property damage and/or personal injury at the Club, or at any activity or function operated, organized, arranged or sponsored by the Club, caused by the member, any guest or any family member. The cost of any damage shall be charged to the member s club account. 3. Any member, guest or other person who, in any manner, makes use of, or accepts the use of, any apparatus, appliance, facility, privilege or service whatsoever owned, leased or operated by the Club, or who engages in any contest, game, function, exercise, competition or other activity operated, organized, arranged or sponsored by the Club, either on or off the Club s premises, shall do so at his or her own risk. The member shall hold the Club and its governors, officers, employees, representatives and agents harmless from any and all loss, cost, claim, injury, damage or liability sustained or incurred by him or her, resulting there from and/or from any act or omission of any governor, officer, employee, representative or agent of the Club. Any member shall have, owe and perform the same obligation to the Club and its governors, officers, employees, representatives and agents hereunder in respect 5

6 to any such loss, cost, claim, injury, damage or liability sustained or incurred by any guest of the member. RESERVATIONS AND CANCELLATIONS 1. Dinner reservations are required prior to 12 noon on the day involved to assist in maintaining required service levels. For a party of ten or more, a minimum additional twenty-four hour notice is requested, and it is further suggested that for these larger parties a set menu be arranged whenever possible. The courtesy of providing notice of necessary changes or cancellations is requested no later than 3:00PM on the day involved. Special events may have other reservation and cancellation requirements as indicated on promotional material. 2. Reservations are required for most activities of the Club and are taken on a first-come, first-served basis by preregistering with the appropriate personnel of the Club. 3. Reservations for dining will be held for only fifteen minutes after the reserved time. GRATUITIES 1. A service charge, as determined from time to time by the Board of Governors, will be added to all food and beverage sales, which will be distributed to the service personnel. 2. Tipping is permitted by members of the Club for wait, parking, and cart barn staff. 3. In November, it is customary to send a letter from the President providing an opportunity for the members to contribute to a Holiday Fund for employees, and a suggested contribution, of which payment will be voluntary, and will be included on each member s November bill. As you know, the Club employs many people, and this Holiday Fund provides the membership with an opportunity to show our appreciation of their efforts. The Board of Governors shall be responsible for the distribution of these funds. CHILDREN Children under twelve years of age are permitted on the Club property only if accompanied or supervised by an adult. Children under the lawful drinking age are not permitted in any bar or lounge unaccompanied by an adult and may not sit at the bar.. 6

7 DRESS CODE 1. It is expected that members will choose to dress in a fashion befitting the surroundings and atmosphere provided in the setting of our Club. It is also expected that members will advise their guests of our dress requirements. 2. The current Club Dress code is included below as well as posted on the Club website and in hard copy at various locations around the Club. The Dress Code may be updated from time to time by the Board of Governors. Any changes made by the Board will be posted on the website and around the Club before they go into effect GENERAL CLUB DINING. No denim permitted on the golf course. Country Club Appropriate denim (properly sized; in excellent condition without holes, rips, or frayed material; consistent in color; does not include shorts, work type denim shirts, bibs, painter s pants, or jeans that are worn extremely low cut) is permitted in the clubhouse and tennis center. Gentlemen are not permitted to wear hats in any dining area. Shoes must be worn at all times on Club property except in the immediate swim area or locker rooms. Golf Casual until dusk, then Club Casual, except for some occasions when specific dress is indicated in promotional material. Golf Casual will be permitted at Lite-Bite Golf Casual Golf attire including shorts Club Casual Women slacks/capris, skirts, dresses Men jackets optional, no shorts Semi-formal Women skirts, dresses, pants outfits Men jackets required, no shorts Formal Women gowns, cocktail dresses, pants outfits Men jackets w/ties/ascots, suits, tuxedos Women: Golf skirts, mid-length golf shorts, slacks, golf blouses. GOLF ATTIRE Men: Shirts with collars and sleeves, mock turtle-neck golf shirts, golf or walking shorts, slacks. TENNIS ATTIRE POOL ATTIRE Shoes: Only soft spikes or spike less golf shoes are allowed. The golf shop must approve use of shoes other than golf shoes. Only soft-court shoes are permitted. No denim permitted on the tennis courts Conventional bathing suits only 7

8 MAILING ADDRESSES Each member shall be responsible for filing with the Secretary of the Club in writing, preferably on a form provided, or via our web site, his or her mailing address and any changes thereto, to which the member wishes all notices and invoices of the Club be sent. A member shall be deemed to have received mailings from the Club ten days after they have been mailed to the address on file with the Secretary of the Club. CLUB SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES 1. The Club provides a variety of social, cultural and recreational events in which all members are encouraged to participate. 2. The Club desires to encourage the use of the clubhouse facilities by members for private parties, on any day or evening, provided it does not interfere with the normal operation of the Club, or with the services regularly available to the members. Members are requested to make reservations with the appropriate Club personnel for available dates and arrangements. 3. Private parties are not permitted on the Club premises unless prior approval is obtained from the General Manager by a member who assumes full responsibility for the conduct of the member s guests in accordance with these rules. The member of the Club sponsoring the private party shall be responsible for any damage caused by the installation of party décor and shall be responsible for the removal of all such party décor. 4. Events may be held at the Pool or Tennis Pavilion where members may bring food and beverages, provided permission is received, prior to the event, from the Club General Manager. GUESTS Guests of members may be extended guest privileges subject to applicable guest fees, charges and rules and regulations established from time to time by the Board of Governors. Guest privileges may be denied, withdrawn or revoked at any time for reasons considered sufficient by the Board of Governors in its sole and absolute discretion. All guests shall be houseguests or day guests. A houseguest is defined as a guest temporarily residing in a member s residence. All other guests of a member shall be considered day guests. Guests may not have personal charging privileges. They may pay for any services by charging to the sponsoring member s club account or pay with cash or charge card. The sponsoring member shall be responsible for all charges incurred by the guest that are not paid for by the guest. Day Guests 1. Day guests may not use the golf or tennis facilities of the Club more than a cumulative total of six times per membership year. 2. Day guests may attend special social activities or functions at the Club a maximum of four (4) times per Club year and must be accompanied by a member. This does not include being a guest of a member at the Club, for lunch or dinner, if it is not a special function. 3. Day guests must be accompanied by the member at all times when using any facility of the Club, unless otherwise determined by the Club from time to time. Day guests will be charged guest fees for use of the facilities of the Club as determined from time to time by the Board of Governors. 4. Day guests will be entitled to use the facilities of the Club only in accordance with the privileges of the membership of the sponsoring member upon payment of daily fees. 5. Day guest privileges may be limited by the Club, from time to time, in the sole and absolute discretion of the Club. Notice of such limitation will be given by the Club 6. The sponsoring member is responsible for the conduct of a day guest while at the Club. If the manner, deportment 8

9 or appearance of any day guest is deemed to be unsatisfactory, the sponsoring member shall, at the request of the Club, cause such day guest to leave the premises of the Club. Houseguests 1. Houseguests who will be using the Club unaccompanied by the sponsoring member, must be registered by the sponsoring member for a maximum length of time of two (2) weeks. 2. Houseguests will be entitled to use the facilities of the Club only in accordance with the privileges of the membership of the sponsoring member upon payment of daily fees. 3. Houseguests are permitted to use the facilities of the Club unaccompanied by the member in accordance with the rules and regulations set by the Board of Governors from time to time. 4. Houseguest privileges may be extended by the Club, from time to time, at the sole and absolute discretion of the Club. LESSEE PRIVILEGES 1. Equity Members may designate the lessees of their residential unit who have a lease term complying with the property owner s documents, as the beneficial users of the members membership upon application, approval by the Club, and the payment of all required fees as may be established from time to time by the Board of Governors. The lessee must be approved by the Board of Governors and the required administration fee must be paid by the lessor or the lessee. 2. Charge privileges for use of the facilities of the Club shall be available to the lessee and a charge number and the length of stay of the lessee will be issued when lessee registers at Club office. The lessee is responsible for payment of all charges incurred at the club. The member shall be fully responsible for the payment of all charges incurred by a lessee that are not paid within the customary billing and collection procedure of the Club and for the deportment of the lessee. 3. Equity Members are required to provide the Club with a copy of the lease with the designated lessee prior to the issuance of membership privileges at the Club to the lessee. Should any changes be made to a lease agreement, the Club must be notified immediately. 4. Membership use privileges of a lessee will terminate on the earlier of the expiration of the lease term or the membership use privileges. 5. During the period the Equity Member has designated a lessee of his or her residential unit as the beneficial user of the membership, the member shall not be entitled to use the facilities of the Club with respect to the designated membership. An exception to this is when the member is visiting the Meadowood Club community or the vicinity of the Meadowood Club community during the period the member has transferred the membership to a lessee. The member will then pay fees as indicated for a guest of a member. This privilege may not exceed two (2) weeks during the period the lessee has been designated the beneficial user of the membership. 6. A lessee shall be entitled to the same rights to use the facilities as the lessor member upon payment of the appropriate fees and charges as may be established from time to time. 7. Lessees may join the Men s and Women s Golf Associations on payment of fee. There are restrictions as to who can play or be a guest in certain tournaments. The Pro Shop can advise the player on both of these issues. 8. Lessee may use lessor s golf cart on any part of Club property, however, the lessor s trail fee is not transferable to the lessee and the lessor must pay a cart fee when playing golf. 9

10 SECTION II POOL 1. Use of the pool facilities at the Club at any time is at the swimmer s own risk. 2. Swimming is permitted only during open hours of the pool. 3. Children under twelve years of age are permitted to use the pool facilities only if accompanied and supervised by an adult. 4. Showers are required prior to entering the pool. 5. Glass objects, drinking glasses and sharp objects are not permitted in the pool area. 6. All swimmers must wear bona fide swimming attire. Cut-offs, dungarees and Bermuda shorts are not considered appropriate swimwear. 7. Children wearing diapers are not permitted in the pool. 8. Running, ball playing and noisy or hazardous activity will not be permitted in the pool area. Pushing, dunking and dangerous games are not permitted. 9. Snorkeling equipment, other than a mask, is not to be used in the pool area except as part of an organized course of instruction. 10. Radios may only be used at a low volume or with earphones. 11. All persons using the pool furniture are required to cover the furniture with a towel when using suntan lotions. The use of these preparations stain and damage the furniture. 12. All persons using the pool area are urged to cooperate in keeping the area clean by properly disposing of towels, cans, cigarettes, etc. 13. Smoking is permitted only in designated sections in the pool area. 14. Saving of chairs for persons absent from the pool area is not permitted. 15. Private parties may be held in the pool area only with the prior approval of the General Manager. 16. Food is only allowed in designated areas of the pool facilities. 17. Flotation devices are permitted for non-swimming children up to the age of five years. Any non-swimming children must be accompanied in the water by their parent or adult guardian. Small toys such as balls, water guns, rings, etc. may be permitted, dependent on the number of persons in the pool and in the manner in which the toys are used. Tire inner tubes are not permitted. Air mattresses will be permitted, dependent on the size of the mattress and the number of persons in the pool. 18. The throwing of balls, Frisbees, wet clothes, etc. is not permitted at any time. 19. Members must register all guests with the Head Tennis Professional at the Tennis Center Office or with staff at the pro shop before entering the pool area. 20. Children without adequate swimming ability must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian. 10

11 SECTION III GOLF GENERAL GOLF RULES 1. The rules of golf of the U.S.G.A. together with the Rules of Etiquette as adopted by the U.S.G.A. shall be the rules of the Club, except when in conflict with local rules or with any of the rules herein. 2. All members and guests must register in the pro shop before beginning play 3. Cutting-in is not permitted at any time. All players must check in with the starter. Under no circumstances are players permitted to start play from residences. 4. Practice is not allowed on the golf course. The driving range and practice putting green should be used for all practice. 5. If a foursome or other group of players fails to keep their place on the course through slow play or searching for a lost ball and loses more than one clear hole on the players ahead, they must allow the following group to play through. 6. All players who stop after playing nine holes for any reason must occupy the next tee before the following players arrive at the tee or they will lose their position on the golf course. 7. All tournament play must be approved in advance by the Golf Committee. 8. A group stopping for refreshment during the course of a round will lose their position. When stopping between nines, players must get permission from the starter to resume play. 9. Enter and leave bunkers at the nearest level point to the green. Smooth sand over with a rake upon leaving. 10. Repair all ball marks on the green. 11. Replace all divots with sand provided in buckets on all carts. 12. Ball hawking is not allowed on the course at any time. 13. Golf rangers may be on duty to help regulate play and enforce golf cart regulations. The golf rangers have full authority on the golf course to enforce all rules and speed of play. Your cooperation is appreciated. 14. Each player must have his or her own set of golf clubs. 15. Appropriate golf attire is required for all players. All players are expected and required to wear proper attire at all times. A description of proper attire shall be posted prominently in the men and women s locker rooms from time to time. Members are expected to insure that their guests and children adhere to such rules. Men: Shirts with collars and sleeves, or mock turtleneck, slacks, golf shorts or walking shorts are considered appropriate attire. Tank tops, tee shirts, fishnet tops, cut-offs, jams, sweat pants, blue jeans, bathing suits, tennis shorts, or other athletic shorts are not permitted. Women: Dresses, skirts, slacks, golf shorts, mid-length shorts and blouses are considered appropriate attire. Halter-tops, tee shirts, fishnet tops, bathing suits, sweat pants, blue jeans, tennis dresses, athletic shorts or cutoffs are not permitted. 11

12 Shoes: Appropriate golf shoes or approved shoes are required on the golf course and practice areas. Use of shoes other than golf shoes must be approved by the golf pro shop. Club does not allow golf shoes with metal spikes. This dress code is mandatory for all players. Improperly dressed golfers will be asked to change before playing. If you are in doubt concerning your attire, please check with the pro shop before starting play. Any misuse or disregard of these rules may cause privileges to be reviewed or suspended. 16. If lightning is in the area, all play shall cease and players should seek shelter. 17. The Club Management may close the course at their sole discretion. When the course is closed, no play is permitted on the golf course, driving range or putting green. 18. In order to provide the utmost playing pleasure for all members, the Club reserves the right, from time to time, to establish rules governing access with respect to the golf course. 19. Jogging, bicycling or walking is not permitted on the golf course at any time. 20. No beverage coolers are permitted on the course unless supplied by the Club. 21. Discontinued Play credit: less than three holes full eighteen hole credit; less than twelve holes - nine hole credit. 22. Twosomes may play at the discretion of the pro shop and will be permitted to start after 1:30 p.m., if space is available. Twosomes should not expect to play through foursomes and should not exert any pressure on the groups ahead. Foursomes shall have the right of way. 23. Twosomes and singles will be grouped with other players, if available. GOLF STARTING TIMES All Players must have a starting time reserved through the Pro Shop in person or by phone. The staff shall assign the starting time depending on availability. Current starting time reservation policy is as follows: 1. Members having golf privileges may make tee times 7-days in advance. 2. Outside play is allowed only as permitted by the Board and may make tee times 3 days in advance of the date of play. TOURNAMENTS The Pro Shop can advise you on the restrictions as to which members may play or be guests in the various golf tournaments. HANDICAP FLAGS 1. A blue handicap flag will be given to members who present a letter from their doctor stating their health is such that to play golf, they need to drive their cart closer to areas of the course that are otherwise restricted. 2. A blue flag on a pole will be placed in their golf bag to identify that they have this designation. 3. Carts must stay on cart paths as much as possible when approaching greens. 4. Carts must never be closer than 30 feet from the edge of the green. 5. Collars (first cut) and approach areas (front of the greens) are to be avoided as much as possible. 6. If two handicapped flag members are playing in the same group, it is requested that they ride together in the same cart. 7. These rules are designed to help our members enjoy golf and should not be abused. Disregard for these rules may 12

13 result in withdrawal of blue flag privileges and/or disciplinary action. HOLE IN ONE 1. Belonging to the Hole in One Club is optional for individual Members who have an annual membership. Members must sign up for the Hole in One Club. 2. A person who gets a Hole in One during a 9 or 18 hole round receives $200 in Pro Shop credit. 3. Members who belong to the Hole in One Club are billed each time a member of the club has a hole in one. 4. The golfer must have 2 witnesses (be playing in a 3 some or 4 some). 5. When a person scores a Hole in One, he/she is to report to Pro Shop. 6. Drinks will be served when a Hole in One person arrives at the bar and will continue until the $ plus tax and gratuity is spent. If the money is not spent by the closing of the bar that day the check is closed out. 7. Only those who are members of the Hole in One Club may get complimentary drinks at the bar. 8. A list of those who belong to the Hole in One Club will be given to the General Manager and the Pro Shop. HOURS OF PLAY The hours of play and Pro Shop hours will be posted in the pro shop. The golf course superintendent is authorized to determine when the golf course is fit for play. His decision shall be final. In his absence, the Golf Professional on duty shall make this decision. When the course is deemed not playable and closed, there shall be no play whatsoever on the course (cart or carry). DRIVING RANGE 1. The driving range is open during normal operating hours as may be posted from time to time in the Pro Shop. At times to be posted in the Pro Shop, the driving range will be closed for general maintenance. 2. Range balls are for use on the driving range only. Range balls are not permitted to be used on the golf course. 3. Golf carts are not permitted on any tee area. Parking of golf carts is allowed in designated areas only. 4. Balls must be hit from designated areas only. No hitting is permitted from the rough or sides of the driving range. 5. Proper golf attire is required at all times on the driving range. 6. Handbag ball shaggers are not permitted. GENERAL GOLF CART RULES 1. Golf carts shall not be used by a member or guest on the property of the Club without proper assignment and registration in the Pro Shop and office. 2. All golfers must schedule a tee time, and report to the Pro Shop prior to play. Those paying green and/or cart fees must obtain a duplicate receipt. One is for golfer s records. The second is to show the cart barn if cart is required and then should be given to the starter. 3. Persons may walk the golf course and use a pull cart or carry their clubs after 3:00PM., only with the approval of the Pro Shop and starter. 4. Each operator of a golf cart must be at least sixteen years of age and have a valid automobile driver s license. 5. Club fleet golf carts may not be used off the Club property, unless it is necessary to cross a roadway to get to the 13

14 next hole. 6. Only two persons and two sets of golf clubs are permitted per golf cart. 7. Obey all golf cart traffic signs. When on the roadway, traffic rules apply. 8. Always use golf cart paths where provided, especially near tees and greens. Players are required to remain on golf cart paths, without exception, on Par 3 holes. 9. Except on cart paths, a golf cart should not be driven within thirty feet of a green, a tee or a bunker. Exceptions may be granted to approved members having a disability. These members must fly a blue flag, supplied by the Pro Shop. For information on rules and regulations and obtaining a blue flag, see page 12 of the, Handicap Flags. 10. Never drive a golf cart through a hazard. 11. Be careful to avoid soft areas on fairways, especially after rains. Use the rough whenever possible. 12. Operation of a golf cart is at the risk of the operator. Members using a Club fleet golf cart or a private cart will be held fully responsible for any and all damages, including damages to the Club fleet golf cart, or other cart, or property, that are caused by the use or misuse of the golf cart by either the member or their guest, and the member shall be responsible to reimburse the Club for any and all damages sustained by the Club. 13. Course Closed, Hole Closed or Ninety Degree Only signs are to be adhered to without exception. 14. Golf carts shall be driven on the golf course only when the course is open for play. 15. The use of golf carts is mandatory, except as provided in General Golf Cart Rule #3. Violations of these rules and regulations may result in the revocation of playing privileges and/or suspension or termination of membership privileges. PRIVATE GOLF CART RULES 1. The right to use privately owned golf carts on Club property is currently granted by Meadowood Golf and Tennis Club to: a. Annual Members approved in the Golf Trail Fee Application and Agreement may have a private cart and pay a Trail Fee. This right is non-transferable and non-assignable and may be cancelled at any time. b. Annual Members owning private cart, who do not have a Trail Fee, may drive their carts on Club property provided they conform to all of the cart rules and regulations and sign a Private Cart Application and Agreement (No Trail Fee). When golfing, they must pay a cart fee even if they are using their own private cart. This right is non-transferable and non-assignable and may be cancelled at any time. 2. Each year, before an identification number and decal is issued permitting use of the cart on Club property, an annual member owning a private golf cart shall be required to: a. Provide the Club with proof that the operation of the golf cart is covered by a liability insurance policy of the member, with policy limits in such amounts as determined by the Club. b. Cart must be approved by the Club as complying with the appearance and other standards as may be determined by the Board of Governors. c. Complete and sign a Trail Fee Application and Agreement or Private Cart Application and Agreement (No Trail Fee). d. Make appropriate payment to the Club. 3. Only carts displaying an identification number and current decal will be allowed access to the golf course 4. The identification number and yearly decal should be placed on the front bumper of the golf cart (above headlight if 14

15 applicable) in clear view. 5. The amount of the annual Trail Fee, for privately owned carts, shall be established by the Board of Governors. 6. The annual Trail Fee will be billed on a membership year basis with November 1 st the effective date. The annual Trail Fee is non-refundable. 7. The annual Trail Fee shall not be prorated except in the first year when a member applies for private cart privileges. 8. The annual Trail Fee includes only the member, spouse and the member s dependent children age twenty-three or younger living at home or attending school full time, with a valid driver s license and who are named on the Trail Fee Agreement. These persons may ride free when riding with a member in a private golf cart that is properly registered with the club. All guests and members, who do not belong to the Trail Fee program, will pay the current cart rate when they ride in such private cart. 9. If the members, who belong to the Trail Fee program, are playing separately on the same day, one member would use their cart and the other may use a Club fleet cart at no charge, if required. 10. Members with private golf carts are required to ensure that use of their private carts is restricted to licensed drivers who will operate the cart in a safe, prudent manner and in accordance with all government and Club regulations. 11. Members with private carts may ride in each other s cart without having to pay cart fees but may not loan their cart to other members or to guests. As an exception, a private cart may be loaned to the Club Pro or General Manager who will acknowledge such loan and acceptance by the Club of liability resulting from any and all use of the private cart. 12. No privately owned golf carts will be stored, charged or maintained by the Club at any time. 13. Privately owned golf carts will be electrically operated, Club Car make, tan in color and equipped with rake kit, sand bucket and a factory roof. No other style, make or color of golf cart is permitted. 14. Privately owned golf carts are not to be decorated with the exception that owners may have their name(s) on the cart as follows: a. Last name across the front of the cart in Script or Block letters with a maximum height of three (3) inches. b. Individual first name(s) only may be painted to match on the side(s) in an appropriate size. c. The color should be the same as the trim. d. NO OTHER FORM OF DECORATION WILL BE PERMITTED. e. Those names printed prior to November 1, 2007 are granted an exemption. Violations of these rules and regulations may result in the revocation of private cart privileges, playing privileges and/or suspension or termination of membership privileges. HANDICAPS 1. Handicaps are computed under the supervision of the Golf Professional in accordance with the current U.S.G.A Handicap System. 2. All Annual Golf Members must maintain a handicap. All members with a U.S.G.A. approved handicap may participate in Club tournaments. All handicaps submitted may be reviewed by the tournament committee. 3. The handicap fee is included in the dues of all Annual Golf Memberships. Seasonal members, lessee, and others may obtain a handicap by paying the handicap fee. 4. To establish a handicap, a member must have turned in a minimum of ten scores. Members are responsible for turning in all their scores on a daily basis. Any member failing to turn in a score will result in a score being posted 15

16 that is equal to their lowest score on record. 5. Accurate records are to be kept of scores turned in and recorded for all full rounds played. The Golf Professional will determine if there are violations by members in turning in their scores. GOLF COURSE ETIQUETTE Persons using the golf course should do their part to make a round of golf at the a pleasant experience for everyone. Here are some suggestions: 1. Do not waste time. Anticipate the club or clubs you may need, and go directly to your ball. Always be near your ball to play promptly when it is your turn. If a player is delayed in making his shot, it would be courteous for such player to indicate to another player to play, which should not be deemed playing out of turn. 2. The time required to hole out on and around the green is a chief cause of slow play. Study and clear the line of your putt while others are doing the same. Be ready to putt when it is your turn. 3. Be sociable, but reserve your extended conversations for the 19th hole. 4. When approaching a green, park your golf cart on the cart path on the best direct line to the next tee. This can save about one-half hour per round. Never leave the golf cart in front of the green where you will have to go back to get it, while the following players wait for you to get out of the way. 5. When play of a hole is completed, leave the green promptly and proceed to the next tee without delay. Do the scoring for the completed hole while the others in your group are playing from the next tee. 6. If you are not holding your place on the course (see General Golf Rules #5), allow the players behind to play through. 7. Repair your ball marks on the greens. 8. Any divots made in the fairways should be filled with sand contained in the sand buckets located on the golf carts. 9. Carefully rake sand traps after use. 10. The golf rangers will report slow play and all breaches of golf etiquette to the Golf Committee, which will take the appropriate action. GOLF LOCKERS All Memberships with golfing privileges may have a complimentary locker, if available. 16

17 SECTION IV TENNIS 1. The rules of tennis of the U.S.T.A., shall apply at all times, except when in conflict with the local rules or with any of the rules herein. 2. Players without a prearranged game are encouraged to come to the tennis courts where the Tennis Professional will assist in forming matches. Court reservations may be made by phoning the pro shop. The group captain must give his or her name and membership number and the names in his or her group. No standing reservations will be accepted. 3. At the end of their playing period, players must promptly relinquish their court to the next players. Once a member is off the court, the member may sign up for the next available court time. 4. Singles may each play on a court for an hour and doubles may play on a court for an hour and a half (except for certain times designated by the Tennis Professional when doubles will be an hour and singles possibly eliminated). 5. Proper tennis attire as determined by the Tennis Professional is required at all times. Colors are permitted, but cutoffs, bermudas, jams, bathing suits, gym shorts, tee shirts, slacks and running shorts are not permitted. Regulation tennis shoes are required. 6. Proper tennis etiquette should be observed at all times. Excessive noise, racquet throwing or profanity will not be permitted at any time. 7. Use of the tennis courts and facilities at the Club shall at all times be subject to the control of the Club s Tennis Professional and his or her assistants. The Tennis Professional shall determine the suitability of the tennis courts for play. Courts will be closed when necessary for maintenance operations or when dictated by safety considerations or by reason of adverse weather conditions as determined by the Tennis Professional in his or her sole discretion. 8. The Tennis Professional is authorized to implement temporary rules as may be necessary during peak periods of play and tournaments, including, without limitation: a. Junior players shall only be permitted if a court is available and not in use by adults. b. One court may be reserved for tennis instruction at all times, except during tournaments and exhibitions. c. Players may secure only one reservation time per day and cannot make additional reservations for members of their family or friends. Only if a court is available may players play a second time on the same day. 9. A backboard may be used on the tennis courts only when there are no players waiting to use the courts. 10. Children under the age of twelve are not allowed on the courts without adult supervision. 11. All Members that have tennis privileges may make court reservations 5 days in advance. 12. All Members that have tennis privileges may have a complimentary tennis locker, if available. 17