Thursday, September 8, 2016

This Day in History

 Florida
September 8th, 1565




 A Spanish expedition established the first permanent European settlement in North America at present-day St. Augustine, Florida

Wednesday, September 7, 2016

Maintenance Employee of the Month

 
AUGUST 2016
MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Uriel Leon
 
It took Uriel until August to win the award for Employee of the Month, but his hard work throughout the season finally paid off.  Uriel was in the running just about every month. His attention to detail on the bunkers as well as volunteering to perform tasks that most people don't really want to do, really put Uriel out ahead of everyone else. His passion for the beauty of the golf courses has been unwavering all season long. Thanks to Uriel for all of his hard work and congratulations to him for winning the award.
 
Once again, there were many people who worked hard during the month of August but only one person can win the award per month.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
JULY 2016
MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Emilio Martinez
 
June is the hardest month to maintain here at the Wyndgate, however, July is the hardest month to work. The conditions are not favorable for the employees and attrition is certainly settling in. One employee did not let any of these factors interfere with his daily activities - in fact, he performed them without a hitch and to the highest level possible. Emilio has been here for a long time and I don't think we have ever heard him complain about anything. He does his job extremely well and has an unbelievable amount of pride in whatever he does. Phil, Wilson and myself were very proud to award Emilio as our July Employee of the Month!
 
Will Young and Uriel Leon were also considered for the award as they too performed their daily tasks at a high level. Several others who are not eligible for the award but put forth an effort worthy of winning it were - Charlie Early, JJ Leon, Chris Condeff, and Manuel Leon
 





 
 
 
 
 
 
 
June 2016
Maintenance Employee of the Month
Tyler Pattullio
 
 
 
 
The employee to don the month of June is none other than Tyler Pattullio.  Tyler is a new recruit for the 2016 growing season and has demonstrated over and over his understanding in both equipment care, use and attention to detail.  He has always wanted to work on different projects with out asking.  He is constantly the employee who finds myself or Ron to say that he would enjoy staying and mowing rough into the evenings to help.  He even stayed to mow tees until 11:30 at night during the Invitational to make sure all the tees, collars and approaches were finished for the next day.  His strong work ethic and great attitude are what make him a good man and a great asset to The Wyndgate.
 
 
Others who were in the running for the month of June were Big Will Young, J.J. Leon, Alec Mihm and Kyle Campbell.  Again all of our employees worked very hard this month with preparing the course for the Invitational.  Ron and I appreciate all of our employees for their continuous hard work through the growing season.  
 
 
                                                                                                                                               
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MAY 2016
MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Justin Tignanelli
 
 
As many of you probably already know, the month of May at The Wyndgate is one of the more grueling months for the maintenance staff, due to our Men's Invitational preparation. To earn Employee of the Month during this period is hands down an achievement. Justin Tignanelli displayed a work ethic that was unmatched by anyone on our staff. He went above and beyond what he was asked to do, each and every day. Justin, on numerous occasions, volunteered to work extra hours, extra job assignments and even work extra days to keep us from getting behind on our tasks. We can't say enough how we appreciate not only the hard work but also the positive attitude that Justin brings with him everyday when he punches in. He truly earned this award and set the bar high for the month of June!
 
Like the previous months, most if not all, gave 100% of what they could. We are extremely grateful to have, not only Justin, but everyone in our maintenance department. Others who were in contention for May were: John Chambers, Will Young, Emilio Martinez, Arturo Hernandez, Alec Mihm, Tyler Pattullio, and Dalton Pecar. Employees who are exempt from winning the award because of department position or because they have already won, but deserve recognition are: JJ Leon, Manuel Leon, Martin Medrano, Charlie Early and Chris Condeff.
 
                                                                                                                                   
 
 
 
 
 
APRIL 2016
MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Chris Condeff
 
 
Although there were many worthy candidates for this months Employee of the Month, one person really stood out and excelled in everything that was asked of him. Voting was cast by Phil Hopper, Ron Betz and Alex Wilson - all of which voted for Chris. He demonstrated a work ethic that most of his peers really noticed and began to emulate. Chris not only did what was asked but he, like Martin the month before, performed tasks that were not asked of him to do. He excelled in ALL jobs that he performed to the level of long-term veterans. We in the maintenance department would like to congratulate Chris on winning the Employee of the Month for April and that we appreciate all the hard work that he did during that time.
 
We also would like to thank all of the employees for their hard work and dedication to the golf course. Other persons who were in the running were - Justin Tignanelli, Manuel Leon, John Chambers, Don Tencza and Uriel Leon.
 
                                                                                                                                    
 
 
 
 
MARCH 2016
MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Martin Medrano
 
 
 
Phil and I wanted to reward the hard work of our employees by incorporating an "employee of the month" award. This is the first year that we have tried it, but we think it will be beneficial to us and our staff.
Martin Medrano is our first recipient of the award and probably won't be his last. Martin showed great initiative and leadership for the day's that he worked. He did everything that was asked of him and even performed tasks that were not asked, which saved us time and ultimately money. His strong work ethic is nothing new to Phil and I, which makes it nice to see him as our first Employee of the Month.
 
Congratulations Martin!