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Lancaster February 2015 Country Club Inside this issue: President’s Message 2 Manager’s Notes Membership News 3 Spring Golf Offer Food and Beverage Articles 4 Women’s Association News Catering Corner 5 Member Rewards Italian Buffet Night 6 February Sunday Brunch Valentine’s Day Dinner 7 Steak Night Buffet 8 Pub Night Buffet Winterfest Event 9 March Sunday Brunches 10 St. Patrick’s Martini Night 11 FEBRUARY HOURS OF OPERATION Brunch with the Bunny 12 Business Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Member Advertising 13-15 Grillroom Hours: February & March Calendars 15-16 Club Re-opens Thursday, February 12, 2015 MONDAY - WEDNESDAY: Club Closed THURSDAYS: 11am - 8pm, serving Lunch & Themed Dinner Buffet Staff and Phone Extensions FRIDAYS: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, serving Lunch & Dinner Club House (716) 684 - 3700 SATURDAYS: 4:00 - 8:00 pm, serving Dinner only SUNDAYS: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, serving Brunch only Director of Catering Lisa Alessi ext. 13 Office Manager Lisa Buseck ext. 12 MARCH HOURS OF OPERATION GeneralManager MarkMaier ext.11 Office & Reservations Judy Jacobi ext. 10 Grillroom Hours: Main Bar Paul Adamczak ext. 28 MONDAY - WEDNESDAY Club Closed THURSDAYS: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, Lunch & Dinner Grillroom Scott Schuldes ext. 21 FRIDAYS: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm, Lunch & Dinner Executive Chef Richard Obarka ext. 29 SATURDAYS: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, Bkfst, Lunch & Dinner Grounds Super: Gary Powers 684-3725 SUNDAYS 1st & 8th: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Brunch only ProShop/TeeTimes (716) 683-1854 ext.22 SUNDAY 15th & 22nd: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, Bkfst, Lunch & Dinner Head Golf Professional Mike Dziabo SUNDAY 29th: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, Bunny Brunch & Dinner Asst. Golf Professional Brad Hill Pool (seasonal) (716) 206-0046 Dear Members of Lancaster Country Club, For the last several years the Lancaster Board of Directors and staff have been working together to provide all members with an ever-improving experience; a greater return on the investment each of you have made as members of Lancaster Country Club. This effort of continuous improvement is important to all of us - not only to satisfy and fulfill the expectations of our current mem- bers, but also to position our Club as an attractive choice for prospective new members. Each year at this time, the Board assesses the club's financial position and determines, based on several criteria, whether an increase in dues is necessary, and if a monthly operational assessment should be continued, increased, or decreased. The cri- teria that are evaluated for the upcoming fiscal year are: increases in the cost of health and property insurance, equipment needs, statutory wage increase (minimum wage,) and a projected inflation rate of 2.3% for 2015. All of these increases in oper- ating expenses are weighed against our current dues line. With that in mind, we have approved a monthly dues increase of $10.00 for Primary and Social members and $2.00 for Associate Spouses; as well as the continuation of the monthly operating assessment of $35.00 per month for golf members and $20.00 per month for social members. We are very sensitive to everyone's financial concerns. We believe that your trust in the leadership of the Club has not been misplaced; the improvements that you see on the course, in the building and in our equipment are proof that the Board and staff are creating a significantly improved Club experience. But you can help, too! As we reach our membership goals, the need to impose assessment decreases. Please reach out to your friends, family, and associates and invite them to join your club. Or simply provide us with contact information and we will invite them on your behalf. With the 2015 season almost upon us, you and your guests will soon have the opportunity to enjoy the remodeled Clubhouse, and shortly thereafter, the improvements on our beautiful golf course. Lancaster Country Club is your club - a private club to be proud of. Help us show it off! Thank you for your commitment to Lancaster Country Club. Your Lancaster Board of Directors Manager’s Notes by Mark Maier Welcome back to your newly updated club! We’re excited to show you and tell you about the many changes that took place during our January closing. But first, I would like to give our sincere thanks to Henry Bourg who has been instrumental in the refinancing process that made this renovation project possible. We also extend much gratitude to House Chair Rich Lund for volunteering his time to participate in the planning of the Clubhouse renovation. When you enter the club you will first notice the fresh new décor. You will see that the coatroom was relocated and office space added to the main office. The Lobby, Cayuga Room, Grillroom, and bar area have a sharp new look that we think you and your guests will admire. Special thanks to our members, Liz Reilly Meegan, Brian, Dave, and Ted Kulbacki, Perry Costa, and Dave Wienckowski (Karen Lund’s father) for the beautiful job they have done! In addition, much thanks to our staff, Mark D. (Maintenance,) Tom D. (Grounds,) and Matt W. (Halfway House,) for their major roles in the renovation. The new kitchen equipment was installed after a deep cleaning and painting, but we’ve made some internal changes as well. As a General Manager, building a strong management team is high priority. The many positive comments we received about our staff as a result of our recent Member Survey supports my belief that we have some of the best talent around. Together with the Board, the responsibility to ensure that we are using these skills and experience to the best advantage of the club, in the most cost - effective way, lies squarely on our shoulders. Some of our less positive survey comments pointed to a need to restructure our culinary team. Again, our goal has been to provide a balance of necessary skills and coverage while maintaining quality, consistency, and cost management. I would like to thank Food and Beverage Director Richard Obarka for his efforts and success in the F & B position over the past two seasons. Richard graciously left his duties as Sous Chef when he was most needed, but always longed to return to the kitchen. We would like to welcome him back as Executive Chef with our congratulations and appreciation. I would also like to introduce a new member of our team, Scott Schuldes, who has taken over the Food and Beverage Direc- torship. We welcome Scott, who comes to us with many years of country club F & B management experience, as detailed in his bio on page 4 of this newsletter. Lastly, I would like to thank Chef Warren Drew for his many years of dedication to Lancaster Country Club, and wish him all the best in his future endeavors. He has been a great friend to employees and members alike and will be missed! Please endeavor to keep an open dialogue with me, Scott, Lisa, Paul, and Richard while we fine-tune your dining experience at LCC. We’re looking forward to seeing you! MEMBERSHIP NEWS Please join us in welcoming these new members to Lancaster Country Club: Len and Mary Jane Cislo Thank you to Dennis Sommer for the referral! Jon and Stephanie Mateczun Thank you to the following members for their referrals in January: Dennis Sommer, Al Thiemke Spring2015Golf Membership Offer Exclusive, limited-time offer On behalf of the Board of Directors and the Membership of the Lancaster Country Club, you are invited to join us in Membership If you take advantage of this special invitation, you will enjoy the following benefits: No Initiation Fee No Dues until June 1, 2015 No Food & Beverage Minimum until June 1, 2015 No Assessment Prior to June 1, 2015 Full Club Privileges upon signing agreement Three (3) Complimentary Guest Passes in 2015, 2016, and 2017 Club Credit Value Pack which includes a 2015 Season Cart Pass (for one person) and the following Club credits: Complimentary Entry into the following events: ABCD Opening Scramble Your choice of one (1) of four (4) Couple’s Nights Out March 13th Martini Night for two people One Free (1) Golf Lesson 18-hole Guest Pass for three (3) players Plus discount coupons for these events: $25 off Men’s or Ladies’ Member/Member $50 off Men’s Two - Day Invitational $50 off Men’s or Ladies’ Fall Harvest $30 off Men’s or Ladies’ League Yearly Fee $25 off your choice of one (1) of three (3) Guest Days $25 off Buyers Club Fee for one (1) year Extend your membership to December 31, 2018 and receive a complimentary 2016 Individual Season Cart Pass! Refer a new Golf member and receive a complimentary 2015 Individual Season Cart Pass, Three (3) Guest passes per year for 2015, 2016, and 2017, and participation in all three levels of our member Loyalty Lottery! Expiration Date: January 15, 2015 Authorized By: ______________________________ Mark A. Maier, General Manager Dear Members, I have just completed my fourth year at Lancaster Country Club. I was Sous Chef for the first two seasons, and then assumed the role of Food and Beverage Director for the past two. I have enjoyed the position of F & B Director and wouldn’t trade the experience. I greatly enjoyed the daily member interaction; whether discussing food and beverage, family and daily events, or the great game of Golf. That being said, my true passion in life has always been cooking. As a chef for almost 13 years, the kitchen is my home.