Lake Arlington Golf Course to Close for Renovations

Lake Arlington Golf Course is about to get its first major renovation since it opened in 1963. The project consists of renovations to all eighteen regulation greens, the practice putting green and the #1, 2 and 10 tee boxes, as well as turf conversion of all eighteen fairways.

The renovation project will bring the greens and fairways up to industry standard and improve customer expectations and satisfaction. Additionally, the food and beverage area will undergo improvements and the clubhouse will be painted.

“This is a project that is much needed to provide a quality facility that meets the playing needs of our customer,” said Evonne Sandas, Director of Golf for Arlington Parks and Recreation.

In order to make the renovations, Lake Arlington Golf Course will close April 1, 2008. Golfers will be able to enjoy one last round before the closing at the “Out with the Old... ” tournament Saturday, March 29.

A grand reopening and “...In With the New” tournament is scheduled for Labor Day weekend, August 30th through September 1st, 2008. The clubhouse will remain open for customer convenience throughout the renovations but with reduced hours of operation.

The project is projected to run about $700,000 and will be funded from a combination of 2005 voter approved Parks Bond Program funds and gas lease revenue.

Lake Arlington Golf Course is a traditional eighteen hole par 71 facility which sits on 185 acres that blends open and tree-lined fairways, long challenging par 3’s and scenic greens set to appeal to every level of player. The course offers challenging golf along with a practice putting green and chipping area. The clubhouse features a full line pro shop, club repair and snack bar concessions.

For more information on the project, call the Lake Arlington Golf Course office at 817-451-6101. For more information on the tournament visit www.arlingtongolf.com.