Docks Committee

Waterfront Construction is here replacing some seriously degraded wood. We ask everyone to use a little extra caution around the docks where planking might be loose, some obstacles may be present, or lines and cords might be out of place. It’s expected that work will continue through at least the first week of March. All three docks are scheduled for additional work, so you are not immune. Please check your tie-ups after work has been done in your area.

The next phase of roofing removal and replacement happens to the first roof unit on dock #2 during the week of either March 30, or April 6. The scaffolding will be set up near the crane as it was last summer and we will repeat the whole project you witnessed then. The project will involve the displacement of all boats moored in slips #209 through #220. The Docks Committee will be in touch with you about alternative moorage. Let us know if you have special needs, but understand that insurance issues prohibit this work unless all boats are removed. We ask that you watch carefully for hazards on the pier during this work, too. Two roof units on dock #1 are scheduled for the same treatment come July or early August.

Work parties are now a scheduled activity here. Figure on a work party on the second Saturday of every month, commencing with a short meeting and opportunity for breakfast by Willie at 8:30am. Lunch will be furnished by the committee and will be Willie’s standard fare. The committee really needs people to take ownership of a vast array of different projects. Pressing needs include planking replacements, replacement of draft stops (They are a secret that I’ll reveal to those who are interested and equipped with hammers) safety ladder replacements and repairs, fire hose and cabinet issues, fire extinguisher additions and relocations and plenty more.

Arthur Mauldin
Docks Committee Chairman