It was a dark and gloomy day. Huge storm clouds rolled over each other as they raced in from the west. White caps covered the water, boats rigging creaked and docks rocked as they struggled against their moorings. But still one lone sailor remained on the water …
This has nothing to do with the minutes, just trying to get you to read them:)
Leatherlips Yacht Club
Meeting Minutes
March 25, 2013
BOG In Attendance:
Kevin Flanagan
Jack Boyles
Rick Wohleber
Tom Clarke
Ben Terrien
Lee Vance
Mike Clowes
Bruce Cameron
Guests:
Christie Whitt
Dave Chapman
Blaise Pierson
LYC UPDATES
Jack called the meeting to order.
February meeting minutes were approved via email before the BOG meeting.
LTS - Blaise asked that the BOG reconsider having a YLTS program for a two week session. After discussion from both pro and con, it was decided that a committee be formed to determine what a 2 week program would look like. The committee consists of Tom, Lee, Blaise and Mike. Tom volunteered to head the committee. It is expected that this would provide the building block for the future YLYC program. The 2 week program for youth is to be presented at the April BOG meeting. This timing is important to allow for advertising and preparation should the plan be approved.
Mike shared that he has LTS flyers to pass out at Docks IN.
Racing & Safety – Lee proposed buying a ladder for the North dock. He pointed out the work that Anne and Steve did on the rules that go in the Directory.
House – Kevin reviewed quotes for fixing the fireplace. He looked at several alternatives including gas logs and a fireplace insert. Quotes ranged from $1,300 to $4,600. There is no budget line item to fix the fireplace. Dave suggested getting an additional quote from a fireplace builder he knows.
Secretary – Bruce handed out a membership update showing members paid/unpaid and dropped.
Jr. Racing – Dave has a coach in mind and is currently conducting a background check. Informed the BOG that he has submitted a grant for $7,500. Grant will be awarded April 16th. Dave explained that the Jr Racing program would like to move to 420’s which he shared was the future of racing. The added benefit of 420’s is that they are also viable for LTS. Asked for a future discussion around selling the FJ’s and replacing them with 420’s. The 501c3 has sponsored the purchase of (2) used 420’s for the Jr. Racing program. If the grant is secured, it is intended for the purchase of 420’s.
Budget – Tom reviewed the budget with each committee head asking for approval or modification. It was stressed that the budget is tight for 2013 and that each line item must be adhered to and expenditures must be approved by the board member responsible. Tom pointed out that the Jr Racing budget included $3,000 for the purchase of a 420 for the Jr. Racing program. It was noted that a material purchase over $1,000 needs to be approved by the members. The boat purchase was approved by the BOG for submission to the membership at Docks IN*. Cost for the boat was separated from the Jr. Racing line item to a line of its own.
Jack made a motion to approve the budget. Tom seconded. Motion passed.
Miscellaneous
Rick asked that Joe McHenry have his membership dues (associate) waived. Tabled for discussion.
The balance of the meeting revolved around Docks IN and being sure that all aspects were covered.
Tom made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Lee seconded asking that each member police themselves in future meetings to help ensure a 2 hour meeting. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned.
*Addendum: The decision to present a Jr. Racing boat purchase to the membership was later reversed via email discussion. It was decided that the total budget for Jr. Racing be presented at Docks IN without a boat purchase line item. A decision to purchase another 420 with club funds will be reviewed and voted on at a later date. The current budget will be used to fund items other than material assets.