Annual Meeting November 15, 2023 Officers/Directors Reports
President: Ray Welch opened meeting with Thanks for so many Members playing in today’s
Shotgun 7 AM Home Tourney. He reminded everyone that 1 beverage and bag of chips is being
provided by Triple S Seniors Golf Club. Ray also discussed the new Member Guest rules, being
able to invite Guests 4 times per year and the Same Person Only Twice, then they need to join
Our Club or Hit the Road.
Secretary/Hospitality Director: Bill Baker mentioned that we needed to approve minutes from
Oct. 16the Board Meeting, which voted on by Members and they were Approved. He also stated
that it was a Tough & Sad year that we lost 4 Members = Roland Schnabel in January, Richard
Lee in March, Pete Angelus in May, and Paul Sandler in July. We also had several members that
couldn’t play due to injuries or health issues = Al Ayala, Darrell Gamber, Frank Garza, Ron
Swopes, and Ronnie Contreras. Get Well Soon and Join Us ASAP!!
Treasurer: Herman Whitfield gave a full Financial Report as noted:
Income: Membership fees $7115 and President’s cup $600 =$7715
Expense: Paid to SCGA $4392, SWEBS $135, Supplies $275, President’s Cup $556,
Hospitality $100, Club championship $1550, Hole-in-one $ 200, Bank fees $32, Annual meeting
$395=7635. After Herman was done with his report, Ray presented him with a Plaque for all his
service as Treasurer over the years. We are glad that Herman decided not to Retire.
Membership Chairman: George Del Garmen stated that we currently have 122 Members, but
Only 93 have renewed their 2024 Membership at the $60.00 rate. There are 29 Members that
haven’t renewed yet and after 11/30/23, their renewal rate will be $85.00. George also discussed
SCGA Junior Program that is having a Fund Raiser on 12/9/23 Don Knabe Golf Center in
Norwalk, CA. from 2PM to 4PM, Helicopter Ball Drop cost $ 20.00 per ball. George also
brought up the current Covid-19 vaccine policy for new members and asked for a vote if we
should continue it. Membership voted to not require Covid vaccine proof for future Triple S
Seniors Members.
Handicap Chairman: Neil Thomas said there will be some changes in 2024 World Handicap
System, but they will have little effect on us. He reminded everyone to continue Posting Hole by
Hole.
Rules Chairman: Kevin McGonagle gave a report and recognized the Winners of the Paul
Sandler Memorial Club Championship. Results for all Flights are posted on our Website. We had
a lively discussion on La Mirada Course Rules, Club Rules, and SCGA Rules. Kevin
recommended All members should Play the Ball as It Lies and Finish All Putts.
Home Tournament Commissioner: Dennis Borla said that 2023 was a Good Year with only a
few hiccups and biggest issue was that L.A. County Golf Courses now only allow Foursomes as
max number for Golf groups. He will always let us know prior to Home Tournaments when Lift,
Clean, and Place is Allowed.
