IL HR1244

Recognizes Carmen Molinaro of Algonquin for his work as Director of Golf for the Village of Buffalo Grove.

Carmen Molinaro has served at Buffalo Grove Golf Course since 1973, became head golf professional in 1977 and PGA member, and was named Director of Golf in 1987 overseeing both Buffalo Grove Golf Course and the Arboretum Club.

Elected to the Illinois High School Coaches Golf Hall of Fame in 1995 for promoting junior and high school golf programs; honored as Illinois PGA Public Merchandiser of the Year in 2005.

Received the PGA Gold Professional of the Year Award in 2007, the highest honor bestowed on a PGA professional and the 53rd such award given.

Illinois House of Representatives recognizes Molinaro as a model of hard work, integrity, and dedication, and wishes him continued success.