Board Report

 

Meeting, March 14, 2011

Congratulations! You are reading the very first Bilge Pump Board Report I have authored. The good news is that there has been very little drama when it comes to Board issues this session, just the way we like it! While we are keeping the drama to a minimum, there are several important items that have come through of which you should be aware:

 

Our electrical inspection is complete. We should see the final report and recommendations from the engineer and contractor early in April. At that point, the Electrical Committee will develop a plan for implementation and financing.

 

New Rule 3.15 was enacted.   Each month, the Vice Commodore is to report to the board moorage violations and recommended actions. This rule formalizes and makes permanent a process we recently began in order to be more diligent about boats that are not in compliance with the moorage rules. We know our moorage is a precious commodity and should be used by our active boating members.

Rules 1.07 and 6.01 were amended to have late fees assessed 30 days after billing, the same as dues. It made no sense to have one set at 30 days and the other at 45.

 

Thank you for your thoughtful and respectful input on this issue. We received a lot of feedback from the email response and on the website forum. After careful consideration and recommendations from both Planning and Finance and the Outstation Committee, the Board voted to move ahead with the Salt Spring Marina, pre-paid moorage arrangement. Stay tuned for more information on the new process.

Remember, you can find the rules in your annual or online. In general, rule changes take effect when they are passed.

Please thank your board members when you get a chance. Each one is committed to representing the membership in helping Queen City be the best it can be. Many members help advise the board on many issues. While I cannot thank each individually, I think they all will agree that special recognition and thanks go to Gary Stone. Gary heads the Planning and Finance, Electrical and 520 Committees. His hours of devoted work to each committee continue to provide invaluable information to assist the Board of Trustees. Thank you Gary, for all you do!

 

Happy boating!

 

Tom Johnson

Board Chair

The next Board meeting is Monday, April 11, at 7 PM. All members are encouraged to attend.