Proposed Ordinance to Restrict Cortez Golf Course Access Hits a Snag

A proposed ordinance intended to ban unauthorized entry onto the Cortez municipal golf course landed in the rough at Tuesday’s council meeting after a half-dozen concerned residents objected. City attorney Mike Green said the ordinance was designed to limit the number of access points and  reduce the ongoing problem of people entering the course from different places without checking in. But several golf-course neighbors argued it went overboard. Joyce Humiston said more rules are not needed but there is a need for access from the east side. Others agreed and said they had bought homes adjoining the course because they love golf. The council agreed to table the ordinance and give the golfers and city officials a chance to work out a solution.