Just a couple of points of clarification on Ferry Point. John Sanford was the Construction Manager of the project. Jack Nicklaus was the solo designer. The collaboration comes in because Sanford was chosen in an RFP to bring all the needed disciplines to complete the project and his company oversaw the construction of the project. The golf course contractor was selected in a separate bid by NYPR. Trump also won an RFP to maintain and operate the golf course for the NYCPR. Trump's deal was he would construct the maintenance facility and the clubhouse as part of his contract. The golf course was going to be completed, as Trump came in at the very end when the grow in was beginning. His superintendent and management team in doing a terrific job at Ferry Point.
In regards to the golf course construction starting before Sebonack, is just not factual. There was an original routing done by Nicklaus Design, but it was for a completely different style golf course than what is out there today. I know that because I went through the routing changes as the project evolved from the original private developer to NYCPR taking over the project and moving it forward with the RFP that Sanford was awarded. Part of Sanford's team was a golf course designer, and Jack Nicklaus was asked by Sanford to participate under the Sanford RFP team. Jack had considerable time and effort already in the project for several years, and he was happy to change the course style when it was determined that the necessary fill dirt for the present concept could be delivered to the site, and he saw great potential in what could be created. Hope this adds some clarity to what transpired over several years.