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| SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | JULY 2025 | 9 Riverside County has released its $10 billion recommended budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. The recommended budget were reviewed by the Board of Supervisors last month. The recommended budget was shaped by in-depth talks with County departments and expanded outreach to hear from the community, such as surveys and workshops. It includes $2.8 billion for health services, $2.3 billion for public safety, $2.0 billion for human services, and $1.2 billion for public works. I encourage you to view the recommended budget at rivco.org/ budget. Supervisor's Message By Supervisor Yxstian Gutierrez From the Pro Shop Respecting the Game: Dress Code, Pace of Play, and Course Care at Sun Lakes Country Club Sun Lakes Country Club is proud to uphold the traditions of golf through its commitment to etiquette, player responsibility, and course stewardship. To ensure a rst-class experience for all members and guests, the Club emphasizes three essential areas: proper dress code, pace of play, and care for the course. Pace of Play: Why It Matters Pace of play refers to the time it takes a group to complete a round of golf. While golf is not meant to be rushed, slow play can negatively impact everyone's experience. A consistent and reasonable pace keeps the course owing, ensures fairness, and makes the game more enjoyable. Tips for Improving Pace of Play: 1. BE READY TO HIT Anticipate your turn. Plan your shot and choose your club while others are playing. 2. KEEP UP WITH THE GROUP AHEAD Your place on the course is behind the group in front, not ahead of the group behind. Maintain this rhythm to avoid backups. 3. LIMIT PRACTICE SWINGS One or two practice swings are sucient. Excessive preparation can add to unnecessary time. 4. USE READY GOLF In stroke play, the player who is ready should hit rst (when safe). is simple strategy oen speeds up the round. 5. WATCH THE BALL Pay attention to where your ball and your partners' balls land. is reduces time spent searching. 6. LET FASTER PLAYERS PLAY THROUGH If you are playing as a vesome in the aernoon and see players waiting for you, allow them to play through. is helps pace of play for the rest of the course. Care for the Course: Protecting the Playground Golf courses are living landscapes that require consistent maintenance and care. Every golfer has a role in preserving the course for others and for future play. Ways to Care for the Golf Course: 1. REPAIR BALL MARKS Use a repair tool to gently x pitch marks on the green. Unrepaired marks can scar the surface and impact putting. 2. REPLACE OR FILL DIVOTS Fill the divot with sand provided by the course. is promotes quicker healing. 3. RAKE BUNKERS Always rake the sand aer your shot to smooth out footprints and club marks. Leave the bunker in good condition for the next player. 4. AVOID DAMAGING GREENS Don't drag feet or place bags on the green. Avoid standing too close to another player's putting line. 5. FOLLOW CART RULES Stay on paths when directed, observe signs, and avoid wet areas. Carts can cause long-term damage when misused. Please drive on cart paths on all par 3's. 6. DISPOSE OF TRASH PROPERLY Keep the course clean by using provided bins. Littering is not only disrespectful, it's harmful to the environment. A Shared Responsibility Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, pace of play and course care are responsibilities shared by all golfers. ese habits ensure that golf remains enjoyable, fair, and sustainable. ey also uphold the game's deep-rooted traditions of honor, respect, and courtesy. In essence, playing eciently and caring for the course are more than rules—they are reections of the integrity and spirit of golf itself. Respecting the Game: Dress Code Sun Lakes Country Club maintains a strict dress code on all practice areas and the golf course. is policy reects the club's dedication to the traditions of the game and promotes a respectful, professional atmosphere for all players. Acceptable golf attire includes: PROPER MEN'S ATTIRE: Collared or mock turtleneck shirts, tucked in, or shirts designed to be worn outside pants, with shorts, knickers or slacks and shoes, sandals or other athletic footwear with no metal spikes. PROPER LADIES' ATTIRE: Shirts or blouses with shorts, golf skirts, knickers or slacks and shoes or eece suits with straight legs. Shirts and blouses may be either collared with or without sleeves or collarless with sleeves. Unacceptable apparel for men or women includes tank tops, halter tops, spaghetti straps, shnet tops, t-shirts, cut-os, sweatpants, gym/running shorts, bathing suits, blue denim clothing, or ip ops. Players not in compliance will be asked to change before using the golf course or practice facilities. ~ David A. Goldstein II PGA, Director of Golf

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