Minutes of the Regular Meeting on February 13, 2008

CALL TO ORDER: 7:38pm

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
•    Vice-Commodore Dale Roberts
He got all the words right.

SPECIAL GUEST RECOGNITION

New member Steven Holmes was indoctrinated.

NOTING THE ABSENCE OF Commodore McGillin:
•    Part of my Commodore in training, presiding over a meeting.
•    Consider it an experiment, and if you don’t like what you see, vote no for me on election night. If you like what you see, vote no on election night.
As Vice Commodore Dale Roberts began his report he noted that with the configuration of the meeting dais he would not need to wear pants next year.

The Martini Madness hosted by Scott and McFee was a roaring success thanks to a cast of thousands & particularly jess Hill’s crack staff.

At the behest of Commodore McGillan, Dick Geving hosted an outstanding Super Bowl Party which was attended by about 30-35 people.

The Sweetheart Dinner hosted by Bob and Stephanie Marcelas was enjoyed by over 45 couples and they danced until 11:30pm when the Tonight Show started and Bob promptly went to sleep.

Coming up will be the Bremerton Heavy Weather Cruise with their predicted log race and festivities.

Waterfront construction will begin work on Dock 3 so several boats may be moved to allow access.

SENIOR MEMBER OF RECOGNITION:
•    Rear Commodore Jennerich
Gary Stone was recognized (for which he is grateful) but also recognized as the senior member in attendance and took his place in the Senior Chair, declining a runner donut.

READING OF THE MINUTES:
•    Secretary Wood / Pro tem Secretary Paul Grimm
Due to the fact that minutes were not available from the last meeting we called them “Faith-based” minutes and approved them sight unseen.

CORRESPONDENCE:
•    Secretary Wood / Pro Tem Secretary Paul Grimm

Application for new membership was received from Mike Cochran and his wife Pamela. Check did not bounce off the table so it could be good.


NEW MEMBER INDUCTION
 
 New member Steven Holmes was indoctrinated.


AGAIN, WELCOME ABROAD

VICE COMMORDORE’S REPORT

On January 26, Scott and Tracy McPhee hosted the “Martini Madness” event and it was a great success. Your junior officers were at the MBYC JO Ball, so could not attend, but we heard it was a great time for all. Thank you!

Last Friday, Bob and Marcelynas hosted the Sweetheart Dinner, and the results were incredible. Attendance was great, the food delicious and we danced late into the evening. Great job!

Upcoming events, Bremerton Heavy Weather, this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Docks: Waterfront Construction will start their work on Dock 3 probably next week. Boats that have to be moved are being notified. And there will be a temporary access to dock 3 for a short time. This is unavoidable, as the main walkway is going to be opening up.

The Planning and Finance Committee is soliciting feedback on whether the club should change what it is doing with clubhouse rentals.
For example;  - have a lower rental fee for mid-week rentals?
-A lower rate for smaller events, say 25 – 30?
-What do you think of our current rental rate?
-What adverse affects does it have on the Facility

If you have any comments, we would like to hear them.

This is my report

REAR-COMMODORE’ REPORT: Rear Commodore Ed Jennerich

On Feb. 9th a grounds clean-up took place spearheaded by Grounds Chairperson Capt. Linda Roehl her comedy team parents, Joey and Denny. If you missed this opportunity to pitch in, The Pride of Queen City Clean-up will take place prior to Opening Day on April 26th.

At the Boat Show Mark LaFontaine along with West Seattle Yacht managed to obtain and maintain a membership booth in a prime location.

The new security system update was completed to Capt Gevings pleasure. We won’t see Dick in his pajamas having to come down to the club in the middle of the night to resolve a problem. The system can be accessed from his home.


TREASURER’S REPORT: John Rogers
We have $105K in varied investments. T-Bills rate dropped in half so money is being moved to more profitable centers.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES: Rich McCroskey
They had a record breaking meeting in terms of items covered and time completed. Details to follow.


FLEET CAPTAIN’S REPORT: Paul Grimm
Bremerton heavy Weather Cruise Feb. 15-17. Pred. log racing and skits Saturday evening. F/C Grimm vowed to return the Rubber Clam Gun Trophy to QCYC.

In March we have the St. Patrick’s Day Cruise to Andrews Bay March 15-16. Irish games, songs, food and beverages.

REPORTS:

Regatta Power: Bob Lindal---HARDWAAAAARE!!!!!
Mexico race – SYC won, Dean Lentgis 3rd overall. Also participating Jeff Ewell, Russ Knapp, Dave Padgett., Andy Gerde, and Bill Anderson.

BYC Heavy Weather Predicted Log– Dick Spence won last year. February 15th -17th 

Coastal Explorer has a new version coming out

Novice and Old Timer’s Race March 15th

Membership – Mark LaFountaine
We had Boat Show Booth w/ West Seattle Yacht Club. Great location and several prospects.

We have 367 active members

House – Jim Damery
Reminder that we are a working and boating club

Modifications being made to the electrical on Dock 2.

Need help on Dock Inspections keeping track of work needed.

Dock Captains are  – Dock 1 – Ski Cegelske,  Dock 2 – Lynn Montgomery, Dock 3 – Roger Maulden

Grounds – Linda Roehl
Thanks to all that pitched in last weekend for the grounds clean-up. More to come in April

Moorage – P/C Scott Grimm
44’ slips are available and members will be notified.
Club Manager – Jess Hill
We’re busy sacrificing our livers to fill the club’s coffers.

New liquor license endorsement – We can now provide a full service bar for event needs. You can now book a cost-effective party using the club facilities to the fullest.

New barstools coming to match the bar tables and the bar stooges.

RBAW – Robert Murphy
Chuck Gould keeping close eye on the Legislature.
-New patrol boats for San Juan County
    -Illegal to be within 300 yds. of whales present company excepted.
    -Excise tax less now
    -Copies of Border and Customs changes are available
          -US Passport, Nexus Card, or Enhanced Drivers’ Lic. Required.
        -Boater education cards req.

Other Committee or Activity Reports
520 –   We’re working at keeping vigilant and getting our message across. Mtg at QCYC on Saturday to garner a consensus

The State is looking closely at 3 options.


Fuel Fool – Working like a fool to get us a deal at Mercer Marine for fuel.
Need to sign up with Tom Youngs - those interested in getting gas (no he isn’t serving food)


Opening Day – P/CDave Krows
Letter going out to the Grand 14 on Visitor Do’s and Don’ts
Getting things organized for another spectacular event

SIDE NOTE FROM - P/CDave Krows
He made a point that the Club while it is a lot more it is also a business that has its challenges that must be dealt with. He asked that we support the Bridge in that effort and display a modicum of civility and respect for a job that is not easy. We may not always agree but we must still work together.


NEW BUSINESS
None

RECEPTION—REAR COMMODORE
•    Senior member in attendance  -Gary Stone
•    Junior member in attendance - Bill Conley
•    Number of members present - Oodles
•    Past Commodores present
Lynn Montgomery, Jeff Ewell, Dave Krows, Rich McCrosky, Scott Grimm


GOOD AND WELFARE

QUARTER POT:
•    Friday lunches
Bob Meyers, Jerry Dishneau
•    Quarter pot.
Mark LaFountaine

THANK YOU AND WE’LL SEE YOU AT THE NEXT MEETING

Adjourn 8:40pm

Respectfully submitted, Fleet Captain Paul Grimm, Secretary pro tem, Man About Town and All-around Good Guy.