Our local munis are under heavy pressure to be 'self sustaining' so this concept of 'by the hole' would undoubtedly generate more revenue.
One of these courses has an easy entry point on Hole #7 that would allow 3 holes before returning to the clubhouse. The 'cherished' early morning tee times would thus allow individuals/groups to then tee off on #1 (those looking to play 18), #10 (those looking to play 7, 9, or even 18). And #7 for those interested in playing 10, 12, or even 18 holes). It gets more players on the course during 'high time' thus generating more revenue.
I also believe the typical person that would partake of this limited play offer is a player already strapped for time so they are under the gun to play faster anyway.
I don't know why the government is insisting our muni owned courses need to try and live without subsidies from taxpayers. The public isn't charged to access the boat ramps and lake amenities, stroll through the botanical garden, or visit the parks. The admission fees for the waterparks and pools, the zoo, or the Performing Arts Center don't come close to covering the operating costs and thus they receive heavy subsidies. I guess golfers are aware of municipalities that have shut down some courses across the country so this segment of the population just goes along with the mandates to keep their public golf options open. That is a discussion for another day in another thread.