2021 - May Beacon

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March 11, 2021

Approval of Agenda Revision 2

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Motion to approve February’s agenda Motion by: Al Douglas Second by : Melissa Winkler Motion : Carried by all

Approval of Meeting Minutes

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Motion to approve February 11th, 2021 meeting minutes. Motion by: Tom Altobelli Seconded by: Kevin Rae Motion: Carried by all

Commodore’s Comments

Commodore, Glenn Nixon

Sheila and I hope our members continue to be safe and healthy. It appears we are finally seeing some improvements in the COVID-19 situation. In any case, the Board and Flag remain committed to continuing progress toward readying the club for opening in our traditional timeframe but keeping the health and safety of the membership as our number one priority. Sheila and I have moved forward with cancellation of the Commodore's Ball at the Royal Park Hotel. We were not able to see any clear path to holding the event in a timely manner considering the ongoing restrictions placed on this and alternative venues. As I mentioned last month, we are working on the possibility to hold some type of event at the Club. Again, we are staying optimistic we can have a formal event that will help us maintain our traditions and will be enjoyable for all. Planning for rendezvous for this coming season is becoming more definite. At this stage we anticipate having only two rendezvous rather than the traditional three. We do have confirmation from Lexington Harbor for the weekend of July 23-25 and St. Clair Harbor for the weekend of August 13-15. Continue to watch for fanouts from your Fleet Captains for updates. It does not seem possible that we are only a bit over 5 weeks away from our first Elite Brigade on April 17th! I am sure we are all very excited about getting started on readying our boats for spring and preparing the clubhouse and harbor and grounds for another great season. In the meantime, the Board and Flag are very busy planning the needed project activities, along with bringing on a raft of new members and approving weekday rendezvous. Please everyone keep an eye on your email for fanouts and stay informed. The time is going to go quickly now. We are looking forward to robust turnouts to the Elite Brigades as well as regular work parties. We look forward to seeing our fellow members very soon. Everyone please stay safe and have a happy and productive March.

Glenn Nixon Commodore - North Channel Yacht Club