Fairfield, CA – Nestled in the heart of Northern California’s wine country midway between San Francisco and Sacramento, the City of Fairfield’s two premiere daily fee golf courses are under new management. Marking an exciting new era for Solano County golf, Berkeley, CA-based golf management firm Touchstone Golf has been selected to operate Paradise Valley and Rancho Solano Golf Courses – voted #1 and #2 in the County – with upgrades planned for both properties. Golf industry veteran Jake Stewart, previously general manager at Blue Rock Golf Course in Vallejo, CA, will serve as the new general manager for both properties.

The acquisition brings the entire Fairfield Golf operation under the expert management of a single company, ensuring seamless integration of services designed to improve both the financial performance and quality of the experience for the golf facilities, event centers and restaurants. The announcement was made jointly by the City of Fairfield and Touchstone Golf.

“Throughout City of Fairfield’s extensive review process and interviews, Touchstone Golf consistently scored as the highest ranked firm, as well as the firm whose philosophy, values, and vision are most strongly aligned with the City’s. We are thrilled to have them as our partners,” said City of Fairfield Director Parks & Recreation Department Kristina Kaunzinger.

“We are excited to partner with the City of Fairfield to continue upholding the rich traditions and outstanding service that have made Paradise Valley and Rancho Solano Golf Courses such beloved assets to the community,” said Touchstone Golf President Mark Luthman.

Consistent in quality but distinctive in character, Paradise Valley and Rancho Solano Golf Courses offer the upscale amenities and personalized service typical to private clubs. Opened in 1993, Paradise Valley’s championship golf course was designed by Robert Muir Graves to blend seamlessly with its serene natural setting. Towering oaks frame rolling fairways and undulating greens, with scenic lakes and meandering seasonal creeks on five holes. Amenities include a practice facility named one of the Top 50 Public Ranges in the U.S. by the Golf Range Association of America; a full-service golf shop; a vibrant restaurant with panoramic views; and flexible meeting and event space.

Designed by Gary Roger Baird, Rancho Solano Golf Course’s stunning layout features the largest greens in Northern California, with lush rolling terrain, undulating greens and elevated tees. Named the Best Golf Course in Solano County in the Daily Republic’s Daily Readers’ Choice Awards since opening in 1990, the golf course is complemented by an expansive golf practice center; a restaurant; and banquet space accommodating golf tournament banquets, weddings, charity events, business meetings and other events.

Available to golfers at both courses, the Fairfield Golf Academy offers a variety of instructional programs for golfers of all ages and skill levels taught by PGA of America professionals.

Touchstone Golf LLC is one of the industry’s preeminent golf management and advisory firms, providing comprehensive management and targeted consulting resources for the golf course industry. For more information about Touchstone Golf, visit www.touchstonegolf.com. For information about Paradise Valley and Rancho Solano Golf Courses, visit www.fairfieldgolf.com.