3. Rear Commodore's Report
Greetings. Thanksgiving celebrations will be over by the time you get your December Bilge Pump, however, Lois and I still want to extend our best wishes to you for that special day. Thanksgiving is such a great time to gather with friends, family and loved ones.
It’s December, and time for members to check out the QCYC calendar of events. We have a lot of activities planned for December and are looking forward to your company. One QCYC event you will want to be sure to attend is the Captain’s dinner on Dec. 9. Also, the Special People’s Cruise on Dec. 5 is a winner, as well as participation in the Lighted Boat Parade on Dec. 10. Don’t miss the opportunity for the grandchildren to meet and see Santa at the Annual Queen City’s Children’s Christmas Party on Dec. 11. And, of course what better way is there to end Dec. than attending our fantastic New Year’s party on Friday, Dec. 31?
As I noted above, the Special People’s Holiday Cruise is coming up on Sunday, December 5. This wonderful boating activity is sponsored by Seattle Seafair each year. QCYC members have always participated in this special event which has become so important to these folks. Please consider joining us and volunteer a few hours of time on Sunday, Dec. 5.
REPORTS:
GROUNDS: My recent inspection of the clubhouse grounds including the west hill bank area shows all areas to be stable and handling the early surface water runoff we have been having this year. Our parking lot drainage and catch basins are fully functioning, and are not in need of any special attention at this time.
SECURITY: Capt. Rod Hilden confirms there are no security issues on our facilities to report and that all facilities are safe and secure at this writing.
MEMBERSHIP: Kudos to Capt. Chris Benson for adding three new members at the November general meeting. Welcome aboard to our new members. QCYC has many activities to offer and I encourage our new members to become actively involved in the club.
Our membership at the end of Nov. was 358 active members. Our 2011 goal is to add 45 new memberships; we are currently at 22 % of our goal.
REMINDER: December is a time when we meet lots of new people during the holiday season. Please don’t forget to mention our club and all the benefits offered through a membership at Queen City. Actually, Lois and I became members of Queen City when a couple from our church invited us to visit the club.
In closing, we wish you a wonderful and joyous Holiday Season and a Happy NEW YEAR.
Bob Stettner
Rear Commodore
