Winter 2015 Newsl - OLD COLONY YACHT CLUB

Old Colony Yacht Club
OCYC Newsletter - WINTER 2015
Commodore's Corner
Dave Burke (OCYC16@gmail.com)
Greetings all and I hope this letter finds everyone
warm and dry. As we struggle through this brutal
winter, rest assured the boating season is just
around the corner.
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In February the new Board Of Directors met for the
first time and began to examine needs and wants for
Old Colony in the upcoming season. Amongst the
items discussed were dredging; float construction,
yard space issues including delinquent boats and
trailer storage, finances, and membership. We also
met our first group of 4 new candidates for
membership via screening committee.
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We are trying to lay tracks for a banner season while
working on managing club expenses and revenue in
an effort to reduce debt. Our efforts will continue to
fill our club roster, which seriously declined during
our recent economic recession and unemployment
issues. We are slowly making progress but we ask
any member that knows of quality candidates for
membership to actively pursue sponsorship of these
prospects. Please note the screening committee
does not accept applications which have previously
been denied with due process.
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One of our main goals this season is to improve the
condition of our yard, especially during the summer
months when vehicle parking is a major issue. This
problem not only affects the members and their
guests, but it makes it very difficult to rent out our
beautiful function facility, which we rely on for much
needed revenue. We will be re-dedicating our efforts
at removing delinquent boats. Anyone who falls into
this classification would be well advised to make
serious plans for removal of such vessels from club
property or we will be doing it for you, which will
adversely affect your membership status.
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We are moving steadily forward with the dredging
permitting process, with our eyes on the spring of
2016 for completion.
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I would like to welcome our new daily daytime
bartender John. He will be working hard to reestablish an afternoon crowd with good food and
cheer, so please drop in and introduce yourself and
try and utilize our galley for your lunchtime plans.
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As Commodore I wish to start a new tradition of
acknowledging one member each year for a lifetime
achievement in service to OCYC. I think it only fitting
that our first Lifetime Achievement Recognition
should go to Mr. Ray Penwarden. As we all know
Ray has maintained one of the toughest positions in
the club as Yard Master. Ray has decided to hang
up his clipboard but we hope to continue to seek his
experienced council. On behalf of all the members, I
offer our most sincere gratitude. Many, many thanks
to our friend Ray.
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As always, I look forward to seeing you all at the
upcoming body meetings to hear your input, ideas,
and concerns. Until then, stay warm and dry.
Respectfully submitted, Dave Burke, Commodore
OCYC
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Member of the Month
November 2014 - Fleet Captain Bob Lesenachal for accommodating every member request for winter storage, outstanding job Bob, thank you!
December 2014 - Chairman of the election committee Joe Higgins. Joe worked extremely hard making sure our club elections were conducted in
an orderly and honorable fashion, Great job Joe, Thank You!
January 2015 - Treasurer Dave Harrington and Financial Secretary Jay Earner. Our unsung heroes log countless hours behind the scenes
working on the club’s finances. They seldom get much praise and I'm sure they are fine with that, but from all of us, thank you both very much!
February 2015 – Dan Conley for plowing us out during these storms and for arranging snow removal with NStar. Thank you Dan!
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Fleet Captain’s Report
Bob Lesenchal
Vice Commodore’s Report
Brian Burns
The date has been set for Opening Night. It will be
held on May 23rd. I will begin selling ads in March,
and I look forward to your support.
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Rear Commodore’s Report
Mark Healey
Hi all, I would like to thank the hearty souls who
came out for my first meat raffle on January 18th and
made it a success! Your support is greatly
appreciated. Although the snow keeps flying, come
down and enjoy food, sprits and fun at meat raffles
scheduled for February 21st and March 14th. Enjoy
the scenic views from our beautiful “Buccaneer”
lounge and maybe head home with a bag full of
fresh cut sirloin steaks. Also following the March 14th
meat raffle stay and enjoy our St Patty’s Day lounge
party with complimentary buffet and entertainment
(DJ top 40 and Irish mix).
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Election Results
Election results are in, here are your 2015 elected officers:
Commodore – Dave Burke
Vice Commodore – Brian Burns
Rear Commodore – Mark Healey
Fleet Captain – Bob Lesenchal
Secretary – Chris Croke
Financial Secretary – Jay Earner
I would like to join everyone in thanking Ray
Penwarden for his years of service, and welcome
Neil Smith as our new Yard Master.
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Launch dates are being formulated and will be
forth coming.
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Secretary’s Report
Chris Croke (ccroke13@hotmail.com)
To keep our membership roster accurate please
email me any changes to your address, phone
number and email.
Financial Secretary’ Report
Jay Earner
Please be aware of the upcoming due dates for
financial obligations.
• March 31st – Membership dues
• July 1st – Dredging fund fee
Please note: you do not have to pay the gift card all
at once; you can pay as you go.
Treasurer – Dave Harrington
Board of Director – Owen O’Neil
Board of Director – Mike Boyce
House Committee – John MacDougall
House Committee – Dan Gilson
From the Galley
Running now through March the lounge will feature 3 daily weekday lunch specials available from 11am-3pm.
Choose either a Cheeseburger Plate, a Fresh Wing Plate (4 flavors to choose from) or a 2 Topping Pizza all for
$4.50 each.
Come in for lunch and meet Joe Burke (no relation to the Commodore so be nice to him) our new friendly daytime
bartender.
 Meat Raffles – February
21st
and March
14th
Upcoming Events
@ 2pm
 St Patty’s Day Lounge Party – March 14th immediately following the meat raffle
 Opening Night – Saturday May 23rd time TBD
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 Body Meeting – Every 3rd Wednesday of the month @ 7pm
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