Friday, January 30, 2015

ISLAND DUNES COUNTRY CLUB

Rules & Regulations

                                                                   Revised January 26, 2015

A.   DEFINITIONS

1.     Island Dunes Complex

2.     Family & Dependent Children

3.     Immediate Family

4.     Owner-Member

5.     Non-Owner Membership

a.                   Summer Members
b.                  Tennis Members
c.                   Seasonal Members
d.                  Renters
e.                   Guests

B.   CLUB OPERATIONS

C.   GOLF

1.      Member Designation
2.      Starting Times
3.      Greens Fees
4.      Play
5.      Attire
6.      Foursomes
7.      Litter
8.      Practice Putting Green
9.      Playing Repairs
10.  18 Hole Play
11.  Pace of Play
12.  Starter/Ranger
13.  Golf Carts
14.  Walking
15.  Rain Check Policy
16.  Responsibility
17.  Violations

D.   TENNIS

1.      Availability
2.      Reservations
3.      Attire
4.      Conduct
5.      Cleaning
6.      Play Limit


E.    COUNTRY CLUB PARKING LOT

1.      Use
2.      Responsibility
3.      Golf Carts
4.      Handicapped Parking

F.    PETS

G.   AMENDMENTS/ADDITIONS/DELETIONS

H.   RIVER BEACH AREA RESTRICTIONS

I.       REGULATIONS AND RULES INFRACTIONS


ISLAND DUNES COUNTRY CLUB

Rules & Regulations

The following rules and regulations have been adopted by the Board of Directors of the Island Dunes Country Club for use of the facilities of the Club by members determined to be in good standing by the respective condominium association or other designated governing body.

A.   DEFINITIONS

1.     Island Dunes Complex

The Island Dunes complex is defined as the five (5) condominium buildings – Oceanside I, Oceanside II, The Admiral, Regency I and Regency II, the single family home located near Oceanside I and Las Tortugas HOA.

2.     Family & Dependent Children

The spouse and dependent children of a member.  The dependent children are defined as the children under the age of 19 or who are fully dependent and still attending school.

3.     Immediate Family

The immediate family is defined as the spouse, dependent children, parents, grandparents, non-dependent children and grandchildren of the Owner-Member.

4.     Owner-Member

a.             An Owner-Member is a titled unit owner in good standing as determined by the condominium association or other designated governing body in the Island Dunes complex, the spouse of an Owner-Member and the dependent children.
b.            Owner-Members are entitled to use of all the facilities of the Island Dunes Country Club.
c.             Greens fees are not charged to members, but prevailing cart fees will be charged.
d.            Members are entitled to walk the golf course under the conditions described in Section C-14.
e.             Yearly assessment of Owner-Members is determined annually by the Board of Directors through the budget process.




5.     Non-Owner Membership
a.                 Summer Golf  Members

1.            The period of time for this membership is determined annually by the Board of Directors of the Club.  It is usually from May 1st. until October 31.
2.            Greens fees are not charged to these members, but prevailing cart fees and walking fees will be charged.
3.            Membership dues are determined annually by the Board of Directors.

b.                 Tennis Members

1.            A non-owner (individual or family) of a unit in the Island Dunes complex who has purchased a membership entitling eligible persons to the use of tennis courts.
2.            Membership fees are determined annually by the Board of Directors.

c.                  Seasonal Golf Members

1.            A non-owner (individual or family) of a unit in the Island Dunes complex who has purchased a membership for six months, from November 1st until April 30th.
2.            Greens fees are not charged to these members, but prevailing cart fees and walking fees will be charged.
3.            Membership dues are determined annually by the Board of Directors.
4.            This class of membership is limited. The number is determined by the Board of Directors.

d.                 Renters

1.            A non-owner (individual or family) of a unit in the Island Dunes complex who is leasing a unit in the Island Dunes complex.
2.            Renters wishing to use the facilities of the Country Club might elect to purchase a Summer Membership, a Tennis Membership, Seasonal Membership or a Monthly Membership at a fee determined annually by the Board of Directors.
3.            In the event no membership is purchased and the renter wishes to play golf, renters are considered guests of the Owner-Member and are entitled to do so.  Guests and renters will pay greens fees and cart fees.
4.            Under these conditions, the owner relinquishes no rights to use of the Country Club facilities.

e.                  Guests and House Guests

1.            A guest is considered to be any person who is not a titled unit owner in the Island Dunes community in good standing, the spouse, the immediate family, or other classes of membership.  A member must sponsor all guests.
2.            Guests, when playing golf, will be charged prevailing green fees and cart fees.
3.            The sponsor must register guests at the Pro Shop before beginning play.
4.            No guest, other than houseguests, shall have the privileges of the golf course more than four times in a thirty (30) day period.
5.            No more than three guests will be permitted each sponsor member, at any one time, without permission of the Pro Shop.
6.            A houseguest is defined as someone living in or visiting in an owner’s unit while the owner is still in residence.

B.   CLUB OPERATIONS

1.      The golf course and Pro Shop are open seven days a week, except for holidays and scheduled maintenance closings.
2.      The usual hours of Club operation are from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.  The Tennis courts are open until 5:00pm.
3.      The Club Office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. during the season. The Club and the club office may be closed on Mondays during May June, July, August and September.
4.      The Board of Directors will approve or disapprove this closing annually.


C.   GOLF

1.     Member Designation

a.             In the event a unit is owned by two or more families, or is owned by a corporation or other entity, the owner(s) may designate two (2) members per unit, this may take place only once per calendar year and must be given in writing to the Club. The two (2) designated members must qualify for one of the following combinations:

1.      any two titled unit owners
2.      one titled unit owner and either their spouse or one member of his/her immediate family
3.      if a corporation, officers shall designate, in writing, one (1) family which is a title or equity holder to be the owner member from the unit

4.      one titled unit owner and one person living in the same titled unit, with the exception of renters

b.            All other owners or equity holders of that unit shall be regarded as guests for the purpose of use of the golf course.  The designation may take place only once per calendar year.


2.     Starting Times

a.             Starting times are required and must be made through the Pro Shop.  Members shall make starting times in person or by telephone through the Pro Shop only.  Owner-Members can make reservations seven (7) days in advance of their requested playing time.  All other classes of membership can make reservations three (3) days in advance of their requested playing time. (NOTE: when an on-line Tee-time and golf information system is implemented, that can be added to the current systems for establishing t-times.)
b.            After having reserved a starting time, a Member wishing to cancel his time must inform the Pro Shop within twenty-four (24) hours of cancellation of the said starting time.  Any Member who fails to comply with the cancellation policy will forfeit his right to reserve starting times in the future under the sole discretion of the Golf Pro.  The Golf Pro, at his/her option, may also charge the Member who fails to cancel the maximum greens fees and/or cart fees.
c.             The Golf Professional shall be in sole charge of the starting times and no alterations to the starting list shall be made without reference to him/her.


3.     Greens Fees

Greens fees will be charged to all guests of an Owner-Member, non-Owner-Member and renters (who have not joined a membership classification).

4.     Play

a.             Playing Rules.  All play on the golf course will be subject to the supervision of the Golf Professional.  USGA rules will apply to all play and etiquette.  Any modifications (local rules, etc.) will be posted.
b.            Arrangements.  All play will be arranged through the Pro Shop and must commence at the first tee, with no interruption, unless otherwise authorized by the Pro Shop.
c.             Age.  Golfers under the age of 16 may play the course, but must receive prior approval from the Pro Shop.  Approval will require demonstration of the ability to play golf and an understanding of golf rules and etiquette.
d.            Equipment.  Each golfer must have and use a separate set of clubs and a golf bag.
e.             Tee.  Tee off between and within two (2) club lengths in back of the appropriate tee markers.
f.             Damage.  Each player is responsible for any personal property or golf cart damage caused by him/her.
g.            Bag Tags.  All players must have their membership tag prominently displayed and attached to their golf bag.
h.            Payment.  Payment for Pro Shop merchandise can be made by Club card, credit card, cash or check. Cash or checks are preferred for payment so the club can avoid credit card fees.
i.              Check Cashing.  The Pro Shop is not allowed to cash personal checks.
j.              Handicap.  All Members playing in a Club tournament must have a handicap approved by the Club Professional.
k.            Range Balls.  No range balls are allowed in play on the golf course.
l.              Food and Beverages.  We reserve the right to inspect coolers and golf bags for alcoholic beverages. Violations can result in immediate removal from the course and no refunds will be issued.


5.     Attire

a.             Players must wear proper golfing attire.
b.            Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times.
c.             Denim, beachwear, tennis attire and similar clothing are not permitted on the golf course.

Men: Suitable golf shirts (with collar) golf shirts with mock turtleneck styling, with golf slacks or shorts (not more than 4” above the knee).  No jump suits, tank tops or “cut-offs” are permitted.  Golf shoes with soft spikes or rubber soles must be worn.  No metal spikes are allowed.

Women: Slacks, skirts, skorts or shorts (must cover over half of the thigh), suitable shirts, or dresses must be worn.  Sleeveless shirts must have a collar.  No halters or strapless tops are permitted.  Golf shoes with soft spikes or rubber soles must be worn.  No metal spikes are allowed.








6.     Foursomes

During the season of heavy play, every attempt should be made to play foursomes.  Single matches (two people) must pair up with two other players.  The Pro Shop has the responsibility or authority to arrange four-ball play and will assist with introductions.

7.     Litter

Empty bottles, cans and other litter are to be placed in receptacles provided.

8.     Practice Putting Green

a.             The practice putting green is provided for the purpose of practice putting, chip shots, approach shots and sand trap shots are permitted only when conditions on the green are appropriate and will not damage the green. When in doubt, consult the Pro Shop.
b.            Practice anywhere else on the golf course can be done only with the prior permission from the Pro Shop.
c.             Range balls are not to be removed from the Practice Putting Area.

9.     Playing Repairs

a.             All divot holes must be filled with the soil/sand mixture from the divot repair pails located on the golf cart.
b.            Ball marks on the greens must be repaired.  The Pro Shop provides a complimentary tool to all players.
c.             Bunkers must be raked and the rakes are to be left in the bunkers.

10.      18 Hole Play

a.             Players who are playing 18 holes should alternate with starting players when teeing off on the Number 1 tee (Number 10 for the 18-hole player), unless otherwise directed by the Pro Shop.
b.            Players electing to eat lunch after 9 holes of play may not resume play until new starting arrangements are made with the Pro Shop, unless otherwise directed by the Pro Shop.

11.      Pace of Play

a.             If a match fails to keep its place on the course and is unable to play quickly enough, the group following must be allowed to play through, if requested.
b.            A foursome playing with golf carts are expected to play at the following pace; ten (10) minutes for par 3’s, fourteen (14) minutes for holes #2 and #6 and fifteen (15) minutes for holes #7 and #9. This totals just under 2 hours.

12.      Starter/Ranger

a.             When a starter/ranger is operating during periods of heavy play, all players must follow his/her instructions.
b.            Players should arrange to arrive at the starting tee, ten (10) minutes before their scheduled tee time.  If the players are late the starter has the right to send the next group to the tee and the “late” players must return to the Pro Shop for a new starting time.

13.      Golf Carts

a.             No privately owned riding carts are allowed on the golf course.
b.            Golf cart drivers must be at least 16 years of age and have a  valid automobile-driving license.
c.             The assignment of golf carts is the responsibility of the Pro Shop and such carts are not allowed off the country club property.
d.            Use of golf carts is restricted to golf course play.
e.             The Greens Superintendent has the authority to bar the use of carts on the golf course because of possible damage to the turf.
f.             Golf carts must remain on the cart path, whenever possible.
g.            All carts must follow instructions posted on the course for.
h.            No more than two people shall occupy one golf cart.
i.              Handicap flags are available from the cart attendants.
j.              Golf carts can be rented for play until 5:00 p.m.
k.            No children under five (5) years of age may ride in a golf cart.
l.              Children between the ages of five (5) and under sixteen (16) who are paying players may ride in a golf cart when accompanied by an adult.
m.          Golf carts must be kept at least thirty (30) feet from the green.

Special Cart Accommodations for Physically Challenged Golfers

Island Dunes Country Club recognized that our golf cart policy may cause a burden for some physically challenged golfers. It is the desire of the IDCC to make reasonable accommodations in the use of motorized golf carts for physically challenged individuals provided they have proper qualifications. The qualifications include Handicap Tag & paperwork, Doctor’s script, etc. For further information please contact the Pro Shop.

Those individuals will be allowed to drive inside the normal cart boundaries established for other golfers; however, certain weather and ground conditions may necessitate additional restrictions on ALL golf cart usage.

Please communicate your needs to the golf course staff in advance of and during your day with us so we can ensure that your needs are met.

14.      Walking

a.             All walking players must arrange a starting time through the Pro Shop, beginning at 8:00 a.m. of the day they want to play.
b.            All walking players must call first, and then sign in at the Pro Shop before beginning play.
c.             Walkers must begin on Hole #1, or #7 only if requested.
d.            Annual walking players must display a “walker” identification logo prominently on their bags.
e.             Playing the golf course while walking is allowed only after 3:00 p.m. During the off season players who desire to walk may begin as early at 1:00 p.m. with the Pro Shop’s permission.
f.             Golfing members, spouses and dependent children are allowed to use pull carts or carry golf bags while walking.
g.            A non-dependent member of the immediate family (see A-3 Immediate Family), accompanied by an Owner-Member may also walk. The payment of guest green fees is required.
h.            Walking players must allow faster moving players, or carts to play through.
i.              No pull carts are allowed on the tees or within fifteen (15) feet of any green.
j.              Walking players will pay an annual or daily fee determined each year by the Board of Directors.
k.            Recreational walking and jogging is not permitted at any time.
l.              Walkers are permitted on Sundays starting at 11:00 a.m. if there is a Tournament in the afternoon.
m.          All walkers who do not pay the appropriate fees will be in violation and may be subject to action under #17 of these rules and regulations.

15.      Rain Check Policy

a.             Nine Holes
1.      If players complete play on four (4) holes, no rain check will be issued.
2.      If players complete play on less than four (4) holes, a rain check will be issued.
b.            Eighteen Holes
1.      If players complete play on fewer than four (4) holes, a rain check will be issued.
2.      If players complete play on four (4) to twelve (12) holes, a nine (9) hole rain check will be issued.
3.      If players complete play on thirteen (13) holes, no rain check will be issued.

c.             Expiration
All rain checks expire in ninety (90) days.
d.            Walkers
No rain checks will be issued for walkers.

16.      Responsibility

The Country Club assumes no responsibility for damage done to golf bags, golf clubs or golf pull carts stored in the Golf Cart storage building.  Any damage to golf bags, golf clubs or golf pull carts shall be the responsibility of the owner.

17.      Violations

a.             Violations of these Golf Rules may be punished, at the discretion of the Golf Professional, in the following manner:
1.      First violation – the player must immediately leave the course.  The player will also receive a letter, under the signature of the Golf Pro, outlining the violation and future penalties if repeated.
2.      Second violation – suspension of golf privileges for one week.
3.      Third violation – suspension of playing privileges for one month.


D.   TENNIS

1.     Availability

Courts are available for all classes of membership pursuant to the tennis club guidelines, including renters of units in the Island Dunes complex.  Hard courts are available to Owner-members and their guests at no cost. Soft courts are available to all members who have paid the requisite soft court membership fees or guest fees. Team practices, clinics and round-robins are scheduled at set days and times each season by the Tennis Pro and are shown as blocked-out court time in the reservations book. Additionally, the Tennis Pro may use courts for individual lessons or practice.

2.     Reservations

a.             Reservations for play must be made at the Tennis Building where a reservations book is available.  Reservations can also be made by calling 229-8461 and leaving a message requesting time. Alternatively, reservations may also be made on-line at
Owner-Members can make reservations Three (3) days in advance of their requested playing time.  All other classes of membership can make reservations Two days in advance of their requested playing time.  Calls for all reservations must be made after 7:00 p.m. and will be booked on a first-come first-served basis until all courts are reserved. All players must register at the Tennis Building before playing.
b.            Players can reserve playing time in two (2) hour blocks.
c.             Players must cancel their court reservation if they are not able to show up.  Cancellations can be made by calling 229-8461.
d.            Players failing to arrive within ten (10) minutes of their reservation time will lose their reservation and the court can be made available to other players.

3.     Attire

a.             Players must wear proper tennis attire.
b.            Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times.
c.             Denim, beachwear, cut-offs and similar clothing are not permitted on the tennis courts.

Men:  Suitable tennis shirts, slacks, warm-ups or tennis shorts.  No jump suits, tank tops or “cut-offs” are permitted.  “Tennis” shoes with smooth, resilient soles must be worn.

Women:  Suitable tennis shirts, dresses, shorts, warm-ups or slacks. “Tennis” shoes with smooth, resilient soles must be worn.

4.     Conduct

Proper tennis etiquette and conduct must be observed at all times.

5.     Cleaning

All participants are to assist in keeping courts clean and in good condition. Hand tools are available for court grooming and line cleaning if a member wishes to do so.

6.     Play Limit

Play is limited to two (2) hours, if other players are waiting.

7.     Guests

Guests will be charged a guest fee.  All fees are to be determined annually by the Board of Directors and will be posted in the Tennis Building.






E.    COUNTRY CLUB PARKING LOT

1.     Use

a.             Parking spaces and facilities are to be used exclusively for parking automobiles of members, guests and restaurant patrons.
b.            No trailers of any description, tractors, boat trailers, mobile homes, campers, or trucks that exceed three-quarter (3/4) ton bed capacity or other commercial motor vehicles shall be parked in any space except when loading and unloading unless approved by management.
c.             No vehicle shall be parked in a manner, which unreasonably interferes with or impedes ready access to any other vehicle, and shall not, for any reason, be parked for more than twenty-four (24) consecutive hours unless approved by management.
d.            Non-operative, unlicensed vehicles and violators of these parking rules may be towed away, at the owner’s expense, at the discretion of the Country Club.
e.             No repair work on motor vehicles shall be carried out in the parking spaces, apron driveways or other areas, except emergency repair.
f.             No skating or bicycle riding is permitted in the parking areas, except for entering and leaving.

2.     Responsibility

The Country Club assumes no responsibility for damage done to vehicles parked in designated areas.

3.     Golf Carts

Golf carts are permitted in the parking area only for the purpose of loading and unloading golf clubs from vehicles.

4.     Handicapped Parking

Marked areas are provided for handicapped parking.

F.    PETS

For the health, safety, convenience and comfort of the members and their guests, no pets, except Service Animals, are allowed on or about the Club property and facilities.






G.   AMENDMENTS/ADDITIONS/DELETIONS

A motion of a Board Director and a subsequent majority vote of the Board of Directors can make Amendments/Additions or Deletions to these Rules and Regulations.


H.   RIVER BEACH AREA RESTRICTIONS

1.      Any owner of a boat, or watercraft of any description being stored on the Country Club property along the river beach must request permission from the Country Club office and be registered with the Club. Proof of ownership and current registration must be provided. Boats and watercraft must be small enough to be moved by hand. No other vehicles, trailers, etc. are allowed in this area.

2.      The Country Club assumes no responsibility for damage done to any boat, trailer, watercraft or vehicle of any description stored or beached in the river beach area.  Any damage to property, by use of any boat, trailer, watercraft or vehicle of any description, including hired and leased vehicles, shall be the responsibility of the owner or lessee involved.


I.       REGULATIONS AND RULES INFRACTIONS

1.      Infractions and violations of these Rules and Regulations, except those noted previously being enforced by the Club Professional, shall be reported, in writing, to the Board of Directors.

2.      The Board shall take such action, including suspension of membership privileges, as it sees fit to take.


3.      Any member or guest shall have the opportunity to appear before the Board of Directors to explain the alleged violation or appeal any punishment levied by the Board.

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