Dear Members,
The clubhouse renovation project continues to advance on multiple fronts—some highly visible, others happening behind the scenes but just as important.
FRAMING AND INTERIOR PROGRESS: TAKING SHAPE FROM THE INSIDE OUT
Nearly all framing in the existing portions of the building is now complete. Only a handful of walls remain in place until steel columns arrive and can be set. These are temporary structural necessities and part of the normal sequence. Inside the building, trades are moving at full speed:
• Electricians continue to complete rough-ins throughout the structure.
• Plumbers are finishing their first-floor rough-ins.
• HVAC crews are extremely busy installing ductwork in some very tight and complex spaces.
EXPANSION AREA: FOOTERS READY FOR THE NEXT BIG STEP
Footers for the expansion have been inspected and are scheduled to be poured within the next few days.
The only thing holding up major vertical progress is the arrival of steel. Once those beams arrive and are set, the entire project will begin to take dramatic visual shape very quickly.
RUMOR MILL: WHAT’S THE LATEST?
The newest rumor circulating is that Curran & Young “just dig the old-fashioned way with a backhoe” without proper locating and scanning. Contractors rely on a variety of specialized equipment and techniques to safely identify what lies beneath the surface before any digging begins. Using tools such as ground-penetrating radar, electromagnetic locators, and radio-frequency scanners, they can detect underground utilities including water lines, electrical cables, gas pipes, and communication conduits. These devices work by sending signals into the ground and interpreting the reflected data to map the position, depth, and type of buried infrastructure. By combining advanced locating equipment with cautious excavation practices, contractors significantly reduce the risk of hitting underground utilities and ensure a safer, more efficient worksite, but not 100%.
This is just not accurate.
• Yes, a small FPL line was struck—but it had been located improperly.
• Yes, a 2-inch water valve was hit—but that valve predates the Waterside Grille and was installed back when that area was a ramp in front of the original Golf Shoppe. It was encountered during excavation for the new elevator shaft nearly 12 feet below existing grade.
In short: Every dig is scanned, located, and approached professionally. Renovation of older structures always reveals surprises and this is normal.
Let’s rock 2026!
Lonnie
