January 23, 2025
To Our Valued Members
Camp John Hay Golf Club, Inc.
Subject: Protecting Our Club’s Assets and Member Rights Amidst BCDA’s Aggressive Takeover
Dear Members,
We write to you in the wake of the events that have unfolded following the execution of the Writ of Execution and Notice to Vacate, which has placed our Club in a situation that demands our collective attention and awareness. It is with deep concern that we inform you of the ongoing disregard for the vested rights and privileges of our members, as provided in the Club’s By-Laws and SEC-approved Registration Statement.
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and its interim management have treated this transition not as a professional turnover but as an aggressive takeover, with little to no regard for the members who have built and sustained this Club over the years. Despite our repeated assertions, BCDA has shown a deliberate unwillingness to recognize or uphold the rightful privileges of our members, effectively erasing the history, legacy, and commitments that define Camp John Hay Golf Club.
Securing the Club’s Movable Assets
To protect the interests of our members and shareholders, the Club has taken necessary measures to withdraw and safeguard its movable assets and equipment, including turf maintenance machinery, golf carts, and other essential items that rightfully belong to the Club and its stakeholders.
Let us be clear: this is not an act of defiance, but a rightful step to protect what belongs to the Club and its members. The Club has abided by the legal directive to vacate; however, BCDA has no authority to claim ownership of these assets without acknowledging and honoring the membership rights that remain in full force and effect.
Despite BCDA's failure to provide a structured transition plan, we have made it known to them that they may make use of these assets—but only on the condition that they recognize and respect the rights of our members, as stipulated in our SEC registration statement. Their refusal to do so only further proves the utter disregard they have shown towards fairness and due process.
Upholding Member Rights and the Club’s Legacy
Camp John Hay Golf Club, Inc. exists because of its members. Your membership rights are vested, valid, and protected under Philippine law. We will continue to take all necessary legal actions to ensure that these rights are not erased or ignored by any entity seeking to rewrite the history of this Club for their own agenda.
As we move forward, we will remain transparent with you, our valued members, regarding developments in this ongoing struggle. We ask for your continued support as we stand firm in protecting what is rightfully ours.
For any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Membership Affairs Office.
Sincerely,
Camp John Hay Golf Club, Inc.
Membership Affairs Office
Contact Information:
(Baguio Office)
0998-594-0385 | 0998-594-0379
membership.cjhgolfclub@gmail.com
The Bases Conversion Development Authority (BCDA) recently sent an Open Letter to the members of CJH Golf Club, Inc. (the Club) stating that it “will not and will never interfere those rights within your [the members] club” and that “[s]ustaining the privileges of the Club members is the obligation of the Club. Falling short of such obligation, the Club, and not BCDA, is liable to its members.” However, we would like to remind BCDA that the right to use the golf course and facilities until 2047 is one of the vested rights of a member. This right is guaranteed not only in the Club’s By-laws but also in the certificates of membership that were issued by the Club pursuant to the SEC-approved Registration Statement. By not allowing the members to use the golf course and facilities in accordance with rights as provided in the Club’s By-laws and the SEC-approved Registration Statement, the BCDA is in fact interfering with the rights of the members. The Club firmly upholds its position that the rights of its members must not only be acknowledged but must also be respected and safeguarded.
The responsibility of upholding the privileges of Club members lies not only with the Club but also with the BCDA.The construction of the golf course and its facilities was carried out in accordance with the mandate issued by the BCDA, which subsequently served as the basis for the SEC to approve the Registration Statement and authorize the public sale and issuance of securities. Had it not been for the representations made by the BCDA, the Club would not have proceeded with the sale of membership certificates to the public. The BCDA cannot overlook the rights of the members under the pretext of reclaiming the golf course from the Golf Club. Legally, the BCDA is obligated to uphold the integrity of its commitments in good faith.
Notwithstanding BCDA's stance, the Club remains committed to achieving a peaceful resolution to this conflict. The Club is open to allowing BCDA and the new golf management to the use of movable assets of the Golf Club (e.g. turf maintenance equipment, golf carts, and furnishings), on the condition that the BCDA acknowledges and respects the rights and privileges of the Club’s members as specified in the Club’s By-laws and SEC-approved membership certificates.
For inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us using the details provided below. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Camp John Hay Golf Club, Inc.
Membership Affairs Office
Contact Information:
(Baguio Office)
0998-594-0385 | 0998-594-0379
membership.cjhgolfclub@gmail.com