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Board of Park Commissioners Honoring the 70th Anniversary of the Women’s Municipal Golf Association in the Madison Area.
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WHEREAS, the Women’s Municipal Golf Association “WMGA” began in 1953 with the goal of enriching its members’ golf experiences while learning and enjoying the life-time game of golf; and,
WHEREAS, WMGA was formed at a time when there were few options for women to participate in golf leagues, with exception of those that were members of private country clubs who could play with their husbands; and,
WHEREAS, over the last 70 years, WMGA has continued to host weekly 9 and 18-hole leagues for women golfers on City of Madison golf courses, providing women regular access and opportunities to play on public courses; and,
WHEREAS, 1977, WMGA and Madison Parks showcased Yahara Hills Golf Course and made history by co-hosting the first United States Golf Association National Public Links Tournament, which was the first ever tournament for women public links golfers; and,
WHEREAS in 1995, WMGA was recognized by the City of Madison Board of Park Commissioners with a Certificate of Appreciation for “Enhancing the quality of Parks in Madison Today and for Future Generations”; and,
WHERAS, WMGA continues to promote the game of golf among women and recognizes the role that golf can play in maintaining physical, mental, emotional and social well-being; and,
WHEREAS, WMGA continues to help the Madison Golf Program work towards its goal of promoting equity and inclusion at all courses; and,
WHEREAS, the 2023 season has concluded with 89 WMGA members playing approximately 1260 rounds of golf at Monona, Odana Hills and Yahara Hills golf courses; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Madison Board of Park Commissioners recognizes and appreciates that the Women’s Municipal Golf Association has made a genuine impact on the residents of Madison and Dane County, as well as the Madison Parks Golf Program; and,
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Board of Park Commissioners congratulates Women’s Municipal Golf on the Celebration of their 70th Anniversary.