This month, the city of Rock Island received a $901,800 state grant to replace the clubhouse.
Todd Winter, assistant parks and recreation director, says it's seen better days.
"We've made repairs and renovations to it over the years, you know, put a new roof on it, that kind of stuff," he said. "It's at the point now where it really doesn't fit the quality of the golf course."
Winter says the new Saukie clubhouse will be able to stay open year-round. It will include a meeting space, dining area, offices, outdoor seating and two golf simulators.
"It's right in the middle of a neighborhood, so I think having a year-round facility will get a lot of use, just because it's so convenient where it's located."
"That's the intent, just to have that year-round revenue source, year-round business, and keeping our golfers and all of our schools and clinics and First Tee and everything engaged," he said. "And those indoor simulators will help us have business year-round."
The grant will cover most of the cost, Rock Island plans to raise money to cover the rest. Construction is set to start later this year.
