From the Helm

Thank you to everyone that participated in the Annual Meeting, whether that was in person or through proxy vote. It was our first time using the proxy vote since it was approved at the 2024 Annual Meeting. It worked quite well. The items that were voted on were all approved. There was email sent out that summarized the results. I wish to congratulate again the awards recipients this year - Boosters of the Year - Paula & Larry Straupe, James V. Morgan Award - Nancy Dykeman, Sailor of the Year - John Dudley, Junior Sailor of the Year - Mattea Dieken.

If you happen by the club this month, you will see some work being done for erosion remediation. This work is much needed as I’m sure you have noticed recently. The club has reserved a booth at the 2025 Daffodil Festival, and we will be participating in the parade again. Social Chair - Joshua James will be sending out some information on that, so be on the look out if you want to participate. It was a lot of fun last year and I’m sure that it will be again.

On a slightly more serious note, people using the club facilities that are neither members or guests has become a problem. The board is looking to ways to address the issue, but in the meantime, if anyone knows anyone that is doing this, please let them know that the facilities are a benefit of membership.

Let’s have a great 2025!