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Chesapeake Hills driving range safety netting

Calvert County

Summary

Parks & Recreation wants $390,000 to install safety netting at the county golf course driving range in Lusby, where six people were reportedly hit by errant balls last season. The board heard support and criticism and will decide in ten days.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Mar 17, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

$390,000 — $150,000 reallocated from a closing software CIP and $240,000 from the general fund.

✅Who benefits

Golfers, neighbors, and golf course staff near the range are protected from errant balls; the course also saves on lost range balls and mower damage.

⚠️Who could be affected

Critics argue taxpayers fund a golf amenity out of cycle that should be covered by course revenue.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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