August 2023 Beacon

North Channel Yacht Club August 2023 Beacon

From The Flag It is hard to believe we are only days from our September General Membership Meeting and the kids are headed back to school. North Channel Yacht Club has been vibrant with activities and the number of members on the island continues to be very strong for the year. Thanks to all the members and guests that have participated in all the great activities this year. The chair people did an outstanding job, and they were all very successful. We still have a lot more activities to come in September with Kid’s Campout, Smoke on the Water, Commodore’s golf outing and the Polish dinner. Make sure to come out and attend, you don’t want to miss any of the fun. I would like to thank our Fleet Capitan’s, Shelly and Gary Schroka for three great rendezvous. We had some rough weather, but it didn’t stop us from having a great time and great camaraderie. We would like to thank all the OD’s and weekday managers for stepping up and doing an outstanding job. It is a very large commitment to keep our great club going and making all our visitors feeling welcome. A special thanks to the Nominating Committee for putting together a very strong slate of candidates for the 2024 Board of Directors and Flag. The Board and Flag would like to thank all the candidates that have stepped forward for the election on Haul Out weekend and looking forward to the results on October 7 th . Thank you to all our members for their dedication in making this the greatest club on the lake. See you at the September General Membership Meeting. Your Flag,

Brian Fringer Commodore

P/C Rick Romatz Vice Commodore

Bill Burkhardt

Rear Commodore

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A Message from Chaplain Mark Javery

August Chaplain Notes Since the last Beacon was published many members of our NCYC family have experienced the heartache of the loss of a loved one and others have faced serious health concerns.

Member Frank Zrepskey passed away on July 22, 2023. Keep his wife Bea and their entire family in your prayers.

Member Archie Archibald passed away on July 26, 2023. Keep his wife Patti, Shelly & Gary Schroka, Jill & V/C Rick Romatz, Tracey & Jim Henkel and the rest of Archie’s family in your prayers. Both of these families need our prayers at this time of loss and mourning. We have two widows that now face tough decisions while grieving. Former member of NCYC and the Chrysler Yacht Club Leroy Klicki passed away August 6, 2023. Members Dave Klicki and Joanne Hilden are mourning the loss of their brother and members Jennifer and James Robertson are mourning the loss of their grandfather. Keep them in your prayers. I pray each and every member in our club family during times of sickness and loss are shown and know their NCYC family’s genuine care and support.

Keep Ron Braun and his wife Colleen in your prayers. We are thankful for a successful procedure on Ron’s spine and a good pathology report, but a long recovery is anticipated, and he still has pain control concerns. Pray for his inpatient rehabilitation to go well and that he has a speedy recovery. Continue to pray for P/C Denise Huntley and husband Tom as her treatment for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia continues. So far Denise has tolerated the treatment protocol well, but this is a long road she is on and we need to pray that our God will strengthen her on this journey. Continue to pray for Linda Pagel and P/C Randy. Linda also has a long journey as she recovers from a broken femur and the procedure that repaired it. He loves Me Most of All

When I begin to feel alone Or when the shadows fall…. I talk to Jesus one on One; He loves me most of all.

When trouble knocks upon my door And tries to stay awhile… Jesus comes to shelter me; He brings my heart a smile.

Every time I start to cry Or feel I can’t go on… Jesus holds me in his arms; He keeps my spirit strong.

Jill Lemming

First Mates Mention Summer 2023

2023- Ladies’ Week: Our very own First Lady Rachel Fringer, said each day, “Best Day Ever!” This was truly felt by all of us. A Huge THANK YOU to Jill Romatz and to her team of helpers that made the week fabulous! Here is some highlights of the food, events, and pictures that were on Face Book.

 Sunday Night Activity: Euchre Night with Chili Cheese Fries

 Monday thru Friday: Continental Breakfast  Monday & Friday: Full Body Work Out

 Monday Luncheon: Taco soup & Open Face Tuna Cheese Melts  Monday Activity - Craft Day - Mod Podge Pics on Flower Pots  Monday Dinner: Italian Night

 Tuesday Luncheon: Tortellini Soup  Tuesday Activity – Float Down and Cocktails

 Tuesday Dinner: Polish Night

 Tuesday Casino Night

 Wednesday Luncheon: Bring your own Hors D’oeuvres and Wine Contest

 Wednesday Dinner: Mexican Night

 Thursday Activity: Spa Day  Thursday Luncheon: Chicken Salad Croissant  Thursday Dinner: Greek Night

 Thursday Evening Murder Mystery Party Hawaiian Luau

If you spent a few hours, a day or two, or was fortunate to spend the whole week, you were lucky that you didn’t miss out on this tradition, celebrating N.C.Y.C. Ladies. There is SO MANY Ladies to thank, so we wanted to Thank Everyone that helped make this week happen!

First Mates General Membership Saturday, September 2 nd is our next meeting date. Our Member Continental breakfast is at 9:30 and our meeting will start @ 10:00a.m. You still can join us, it’s never too late to

become a member! Please contact Membership Director, Colleen Hall at mossieoak@sbcglobal.net or 586-536-4220 to become a member.

We are looking for donations for our Labor Day raffle. Let’s fill the “Patio Bar” with Liquor/Beer, mixers, bar condiments, bar snacks, gift cards, and/or anything you would like to donate! Tickets will be on sale all Labor Day Weekend and the winner will be picked on Sunday, September 3 rd after our Polish Dinner. If you would like to donate, please contact Shannon Nagaj, (First Mates Social Director) @ 586-839-5746, email address: shnagaj@yahoo.com

Sunday, September 3 rd @ 5:30p.m. - Polish Labor Day Weekend Dinner: We are taking reservations for our Polish dinner. ($25.00 per person) Make check out to N.C.Y.C. First Mates You can send your check to Susan Burkhardt 7372 Flamingo Clay Twp., Michigan 48001 If you have any questions, please call Susan @ (586) 405-3792, email address; susansusb@gmail.com

Don’t delay , mail it out because the deadline is August 19 th ! After that date, the tickets go up to $30.00 per person.

President’s Charity: A First Mates Fan Out went out for donations for residents that live at Martha T. Berry Medical Facility. Note: The items and prices are a reference for you to look at and to get an idea of what is needed. (Prices may change!) If you have any questions, feel free to contact First Mates President, Charrae Trocki @ (586) 214-2556, email address charrae@comcast.net and/or First Mates Vice President, Susan Burkardht @ (586) 405 3792, email address; susansusb@gmail.com

Resident Gift Options

$ 15.95

Short story book “40 Inspirational True Stories”

$ 17.35

Short story books “The Unbreakable Dolls Trilogy: Twenty True Stories of Amazing Pioneer Women of the Southwest”

$ 24.98

Reader’s Digest large print magazine subscription

$ 19.97

Wheelchair/walker storage pouch

$ 18.97

Walker storage pouch

$ 48.50

Walker Squawker – animatronic bird with sensors to identify and alert residents when they try to walk without their walker

$124.99

Interactive robotic pet cat

$139.99

Interactive robotic pet dog

$ 69.99

Weighted lifelike baby doll

$ 69.99

Dementia therapy newborn doll

$ 20.99

Soft body baby doll

$ 9.99

Disappearing milk bottle and pacifier for baby dolls

$ 22.95

Personal CD player

$ 39.99

Roku streaming stick with TV controls

$ 99.88

Language translator device

$ 26.97

Fleece button poncho – women’s wrap shawl

$ 59.99

Adaptive sweater for memory care residents

$ 57.90

Memory loss fidget board

$ 26.99

Wooden puzzle memory game

$ 59.99

Pipe tree cognitive activity

Short Story Books/Reader’s Digest Subscription

Wheelchair/Walker Bags

Walker Squawkers

Interactive Pets

Sensory Dolls

CD Player

Roku

Translator Device

Fleece Button Poncho

Adaptive Sweater

Memory Loss Fidget Board

Wooden Tile Game

Pipe Tree

Colleen Hall is still collecting those returnable this year! You can place your empty can/bottles in the Forest Green Rubbermaid trash can that will be labeled. If you have a lot of them, please label and place your bag in the “Empty Keg” shed. Colleen will be glad to take them. All of the money will go back to the club!

Looking ahead…..

First Mates Christmas Party :

Will be on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at Tina’s Country House.

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North Channel Yacht Club Board of Directors - Regular Meeting July 20, 2023

Approved: August 17, 2023

Commodore, Brian Fringer

Call to Order

Commodore Brian Fringer called the meeting to order on July 20, 2023, at 7:03 pm. The meeting was held at Your Mother’s Restaurant.

Secretary, Mark Javery

Roll Call

Absent Excused

Present

F LAG O FFICERS Commodore

Brian Fringer Rick Romatz Bill Burkhardt

x x x

Vice Commodore Rear Commodore

D IRECTORS

Transportation

Tom Lisowski

x x x x x x x x x

Harbor & Grounds

Terry Steinmacher Philip Maniaci Christa Betts Melissa Winkler

Activities Treasurer

Publications

Secretary

Mark Javery Shelley Sweier

Membership

Supplies

Al Douglas

Club House

Bill Frederiksen

P/C Dale Hall

I MMEDIATE P AST C OMMODORE

x

A PPOINTED P OSITIONS Board Recorder

Frank Corcoran

x x

Parliamentarian Fleet Captain

P/C Bill Hendricks

Gary & Michelle Schroka

x

Pledge of Allegiance All.

Approval of Agenda

Motion: P/C Hall to approve the agenda. Second: Shelley Sweier. Motion Carried

Approval of Meeting Minutes

Motion: Philip Maniaci to approve Minutes from previous Board Meeting. Second: Al Douglas. Motion Carried

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes July 20, 2023 Page 2 of 8

Commodore, Brian Fringer

Commodore’s Comments

Brian expressed his gratitude for all Members and Directors that have continued to help operate the Club this season.

Vice Commodore, Rick Romatz

Vice Commodore’s Comments

I would like just to say Hat’s off to this Board and the Membership for all the well supported and well attended Events and Rendezvous. I t’s been a great year so far this year so far and Kids Day this coming up weekend is forming up to be the same. Shelby has well over 100 Kids signed up at this time. Again, I want to mention Hat’s off to the group of guys that assembled the Pergola in front of the First Mates Boatique, led by a familiar group Sweier, Lutz, and Braun; they did an awesome job as usual! Thank You to the whole team. Save the date: The 2024 NCYC Commodores Ball will be February 3, 2024, at Marriott Auburn Hills. Further details will follow as we progress.

Thank You for your support.

Rear Commodore, Bill Burkhardt

Rear Commodore’s Comments

Short and sweet. I thought the opening overall went fantastic. Big thank you to everyone who contributed. A special thanks to Sweier and Braun for installing the new garage door.

Secretary, Mark Javery

Correspondence

Following received from Members:

1. Mark, per our discussion, I am writing to you regarding a situation that requires attention. June 9-11, 2023, was my weekend to manage as OD. We had two Members staying on the second floor in rooms 2 and Sam's room. On June 10, one of the Members made me aware there was a person roaming the second floor. I immediately went to the second floor to find out who it was. I noticed room 3 door was closed but not locked. When I opened the door, to my surprise, someone was staying in the room. It turns out the Member had been using the room for some time. When approached, he said weekday managers gave him permission. We were not informed of this when transferring responsibility to me. Sunday morning, I asked if he was checking out and that I would need the room key. He said he didn't have a key. I told the Member he cannot use rooms without requesting permission from the OD. He immediately packed up and left the island. This Member ’s boat has been at the Club for weeks. Not sure why he doesn't use it. The whole situation made it uncomfortable for the Members staying on the second floor and myself. A reminder to Members about policies and procedures might help.

Regards,

PC Jim Angers

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes July 20, 2023 Page 3 of 8

2. A Member requested permanent relief and a reduction in work hours for personal reasons. Motion: Philip Maniaci to approve the request. Second: Christa Betts. Motion Carried

3. Received from a Member and read by Christa Betts:

Can you please read this at the next board meeting? I just received an email regarding the Lake St. Clair outing and Shelly is requesting that we mail her the checks for the outing. I would like to know why we do not have a more secure way to pay for things of this nature? Systems such as Google Pay and Venmo are two examples. From what I understand, these are extremely simple to set up. This can be used not just for outings, but for weekend events (i.e. steer roast, smoke out, etc.), and annual dues. And I am sure I am not the only Member expressing this concern. Even the US Post Office doesn’t recommend sending checks through the mail anymore.

Thanks – keep up the good work. Greg Brigman

P/C Dale Hall

ABYA Report

P/C Hall provided brief commentary on East Harbor Lease status. No ABYA meeting in July.

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes July 20, 2023 Page 4 of 8

Treasurer, Christa Betts

Financial Report

NORTH CHANNEL YACHT CLUB Profit & Loss by Class

Jun-23

Jan - May 2023

Year to Date 2023 2023 Budget

Income Activities Clubhouse

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

3,340.86

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

- -

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

3,340.86

$ $ $ $

26,750.00

- - -

-

-

H&G

9,386.00

9,386.00

9,350.00 1,200.00

Publications

-

-

Supplies

24,366.64

1,117.83

25,484.47 158,455.00

$ 120,000.00 $ 167,350.00

Membership

(420.00)

158,875.00

Treasurer

434.26

2,411.54

2,845.80

33,000.00 $

Transportation

- - -

-

-

$ $ $

-

Flag

14,155.00

14,155.00

17,000.00

Kids Tip Jar

-

-

-

Total Revenue

27,721.76

185,945.37

213,667.13

$ 374,650.00

Expenses Activities Clubhouse

3,560.60 9,253.73 6,258.28

4,300.52 11,820.25 14,255.21 5,622.35 19,299.09 3,800.56 40,713.39 1,399.33 16,312.13 117,522.83

7,861.12 21,073.98 20,513.49 5,790.98 32,866.78 6,110.30 50,036.52 1,979.52 20,312.13 166,544.82

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

19,000.00 50,000.00 50,000.00 6,600.00 85,000.00 8,950.00 62,450.00 12,000.00 26,000.00

H&G

Publications

168.63

Supplies

13,567.69 2,309.74 9,323.13

Membership

Treasurer

Transportation

580.19

Flag

4,000.00 49,021.99

Total Expenses

$ 320,000.00

Commodore Projects Walk-in Garage w/ Cooler

5,486.37

9,084.48 84,564.00

14,570.85 84,564.00 1,180.01

$ $ $ $

25,000.00 82,000.00 10,000.00 6,000.00

Robison Seawall

-

Walkways South and West of Boatique

728.34

451.67

Pedastals

-

-

-

Total Expenses

6,214.71

94,100.15

100,314.86

$ 123,000.00

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes July 20, 2023 Page 5 of 8

Treasurer, Christa Betts

Financial Report (cont’d)

North Channel Yacht Club Cash Summary June 2023

December

December

December

June 2023

2020

2021

2022

Fifth Third Bank

$145,900.00 $145,900.00

$245,900.00 $245,900.00

$277,378.83 $277,378.83

$184,223.24 $184,223.24

Total Operating Funds

Cash Reserve Fund

$98,300.00 $244,200.00

$98,300.00 $344,200.00

$126,781.60 $404,160.43

$177,888.97 $362,112.21

Total Cash

NOTE: Jun-23 YTD Commodore Projects $100,314.86 Expenses in the amount of $49,021.99 Income in the amount of $27,721.76 Net loss in the amount of $21,300.23 June Interest Earned $434.26 Cash on Hand $362,112.21

Motion: P/C Hall to approve the financial report. Second: Al Douglas. Motion Carried

I. CURRENT BUSINESS

Philip Maniaci

Activities

Philip provided a financial summary of recent activity events.

Melissa Winkler

Publications

Melissa indicated recent Beacon has been issued; NCYC Website was recently revised and improved.

Mark Javery

Secretary

Administration of changes to work schedule continuing.

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes July 20, 2023 Page 6 of 8

Bill Frederiksen

Clubhouse

Well, the Clubhouse is still there. I’m grateful to the Membership: First, letting me know when there are issues in the Clubhouse and second, in some cases taking the initiative to address issues in the Clubhouse as they present themselves. Of course, there are going to be issues throughout the season, and I appreci ate everyone’s engagement in letting me know and addressing them.

We have a couple of issues ongoing, that we’re continuing to work through:

• We’ve engaged a contractor to update our internet connectivity. The work, unfortunately, is ongoing. The most significant bit of progress is that our Point-of-Sale registers behind the register have not had issues maintaining their internet connections. However, contrasting with that progress is that our internet connectivity for the Membership still needs to be addressed. In particular, the connectivity in the Harbor and Robeson is poor and bandwidth is not reliable. I continue to work with our IT Officer and Contractor to move this work forward and hope to have this to a resolution and acceptable steady state before the end of the month. • The Big Pig – As a requirement for our generator, we have doubled the capacity of our propane tank at the mainland dock from 500 lbs to 1000 lbs. Cummins, the generator vendor visited the island on 7/18/23 to perform their testi ng. As a result of that testing, we’ve identified an issue with the gas pressure coming across the channel. As a result, we are not getting full capacity on our generator currently. There have been preliminary discussions on what can be done to improve pressure for the generator. None of them are particularly palatable or inexpensive. So, we’re going to need to do some more homework to assess what we can do to address this issue. • Finally, I’ll be scheduling another pest control treatment, date to be T BD but I will be cognizant of event schedules and rendezvous and coordinate with the weekday OD.

Terry Steinmacher

Harbor & Grounds

If you have been to the island or may have seen some pics online you are aware that the trees on the Robinson that where topped are coming in beautiful and our shade is returning rather quickly, so much so that we have decided to continue with the topping of the trees. Next one up is the first willow on the river closest harbor.

I would like to give a shout out to Jenn Grant Robertson for their generous donation of a new basketball net, basketballs, and football for all to enjoy.

I’m not sure if anybody has been paying attention to our new once lit buoys out in the river. Both lights have been removed from the buoys and what I am being told is that they have been hit and the lights come off and returned to us. If we decide to relight the buoys, we are going to have to figure out a better way to secure them. I will be looking for a few helpers once again to help with cleaning the BBQ’s and getting them back into tip top shape so your BBQ experience at the island will be second to none. Please keep a look out for the fan out. Also please let someone know if you notice a shortage of full BBQ tanks so we can get them refilled in a timely manner.

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes July 20, 2023 Page 7 of 8

Al Douglas

Supplies

Updated Board on current Supplies status.

Tom Lisowski

Transportation

Report on current operational status of the Fin fleet.

Shelley Sweier

Membership

Shelley provided a summary of current Membership statistics as follows: Current Members – 273 Waitlist – 16 (includes 3 pending deposit receipt)

Discussion regarding an expelled Member ’s request for reinstatement to NCYC; Member was expelled earlier this year for nonpayment of dues. Motion: R/C Burkhardt to approve the request, provided all past amounts owed are paid no later than 1/1/2024; Expulsion to remain in effect through 12/31/2023. Second: R/C Hall. Motion Carried

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes July 20, 2023 Page 8 of 8

II. OLD BUSINESS

A. Capital Project Update

The treasurer provided a brief year to date summary of expenditures.

B. Incoming Rendezvous Schedule – additions to schedule:

1) Harborview – Four boats; 7/31-8/3. Motion: R/C Burkhardt to approve; Second: Mark Javery. Motion Carried. 2) Port Clinton – One boat; 8/13-15. Motion: Christa Betts to approve. Second: Philip Maniaci. Motion Carried.

C. Jr. Members – revised policy to be issued.

III. NEW BUSINESS

A. Mainland Wells – Board reviewed proposed update to current policy. Motion: Bill Frederiksen to approve proposed updated policy. Second: R/C Burkhardt. Motion Carried.

B. Dockbox Policy – Board reviewed proposed policy. Motion: R/C Burkhardt to approve proposed policy. Second: P/C Hall. Motion Carried.

C. Bylaw / Policy Regarding Limitation on Percentage of out of State Members – Discussion; action deferred.

D. 2024 BOD / Flag Candidates – Action deferred to August meeting.

Member of the Month – Shelby Romatz.

Motion: Philip Maniaci to propose. Second: Melissa Winkler. Motion Carried.

Good of the Order

A Member attended the July 20, 2023, Board Meeting and presented a proposal to the Board, requesting authority to park their personal utility vehicle in the NCYC parking lot for the entire season which the Club is open. The Board agreed to evaluate the request.

Adjournment 10:40 p.m.

Motion: V/C Romatz to adjourn. Second: Al Douglas. Motion Carried.

Next Meeting

Date and Time: August 17, 2023

North Channel Yacht Club Board of Directors - Regular Meeting June 8, 2023

Approved: July 20, 2023

Commodore, Brian Fringer

Call to Order

Commodore Brian Fringer called the meeting to order on June 8, 2023, at 7:03 pm. The meeting was held at Your Mother’s Restaurant.

Secretary, Mark Javery

Roll Call

Absent Excused

Present

F LAG O FFICERS Commodore

Brian Fringer Rick Romatz Bill Burkhardt

x x x

Vice Commodore Rear Commodore

D IRECTORS

Transportation

Tom Lisowski

x

Harbor & Grounds

Terry Steinmacher Philip Maniaci Christa Betts Melissa Winkler

x x x x x x x x

Activities Treasurer

Publications

Secretary

Mark Javery Shelley Sweier

Membership

Supplies

Al Douglas

Club House

Bill Frederiksen

P/C Dale Hall

I MMEDIATE P AST C OMMODORE

x

A PPOINTED P OSITIONS Board Recorder

Frank Corcoran

x x

Parliamentarian Fleet Captain

P/C Bill Hendricks

Gary & Michelle Schroka

x

Pledge of Allegiance All.

Approval of Agenda

Motion: Philip Maniaci to approve the agenda. Second: Mark Javery. Motion Carried

Approval of Meeting Minutes

Motion: Christa Betts to approve Minutes from previous Regular Board Meeting. Second: V/C Romatz. Motion Carried

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes June 8, 2023 Page 2 of 9

Commodore, Brian Fringer

Commodore’s Comments

Thanked all who arranged and helped with the steer roast opening weekend. Mentioned there are many events coming up soon, and encouraged the Board to attend as many as possible.

Vice Commodore, Rick Romatz

Vice Commodore’s Comments

We had a successful opening weekend and ABYA Dinner dance. Hats off to the Board and membership for a smooth transition with new bar policies. Thanked the Board for their help in implementing new policies. Reminded all of the date of the Commodore Ball on February 3, 2024.

Rear Commodore, Bill Burkhardt

Rear Commodore’s Comments

Short and sweet. I thought the opening overall went fantastic. Big thank you to everyone who contributed. I thought the Board did a great job getting things ready and being available to the membership over the holiday weekend. Looking forward to a great boating season at NCYC.

Secretary, Mark Javery

Correspondence

Following received from a member:

To the Flag and members of the North Channel Yacht Club! The 50 years plaque and its significance render me speechless! I’ll say it’s been a 50 years labor of love! I have been very proud of this Club and value the friendships Mary and I have made through the years and will continue to until my ship sinks!

With Heartfelt Gratitude. Thank you. Ted Marini

P/C Dale Hall

ABYA Report

P/C Hall recapped the ABYA dinner dance and noted he was not aware of any issues related to bar activities with ABYA.

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes June 8, 2023 Page 3 of 9

Treasurer, Christa Betts

Financial Report

NORTH CHANNEL YACHT CLUB Profit & Loss by Class May 2023

May-23

Jan - Apr 2023 Year to Date 2023 2023 Budget

Income Activities Clubhouse

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

- -

$ $ $ $ $

- -

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

- -

$ 26,750.00

$

-

H&G

8,536.00

850.00

9,386.00

$ 9,350.00 $ 1,200.00 $ 120,000.00 $ 167,350.00 $ 33,000.00

Publications

-

- -

-

Supplies

14,835.76 26,775.00 2,216.86

14,835.76 158,875.00

Membership

$ 132,100.00

Treasurer

$ $

- -

2,216.86

Transportation

- - -

-

$

-

Flag

$ 14,155.00

14,155.00

$ 17,000.00

Kids Tip Jar

$

-

-

$

-

Total Revenue

52,363.62

$ 147,105.00

199,468.62

$ 374,650.00

Expenses Activities Clubhouse

3,718.05 6,408.71 12,925.48 4,675.72 10,079.61

$

709.38

4,427.43 11,820.25 14,255.21 5,622.35 19,172.18 3,800.56 40,713.39 1,399.33 16,312.13 117,522.83

$ 19,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 6,600.00 $ 85,000.00 $ 8,950.00 $ 62,450.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 26,000.00 $ 320,000.00

$ 5,411.54 $ 1,329.73

H&G

Publications

$

946.63

Supplies

$ 9,092.57 $ 3,683.96 $ 27,661.83

Membership

116.60

Treasurer

13,051.56

Transportation

817.86

$

581.47

Flag

1,592.78

$ 14,719.35 $ 64,136.46

Total Expenses

53,386.37

Commodore Projects Walk-in Garage w/ Cooler

$ $ $ $ $

8,089.48

$

995.00

$ $ $ $ $

9,084.48 84,564.00

$ 25,000.00 $ 82,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 123,000.00

Robison Seawall

-

$ 84,564.00

Walkways South and West of Boatique

246.13

$ $

205.54

451.67

Pedastals

-

-

-

Total Expenses

8,335.61

$ 85,764.54

94,100.15

NCYC Regular Meeting Minutes June 8, 2023 Page 4 of 9

Treasurer, Christa Betts

Financial Report (cont’d)

Cash Summary May 2023

December

December

December

May 2023

2020

2021

2022

Fifth Third Bank

$145,900.00 $145,900.00

$245,900.00 $245,900.00

$277,378.83 $214,551.36 $277,378.83 $214,551.36

Total Operating Funds

Cash Reserve Fund

$98,300.00 $244,200.00

$98,300.00 $344,200.00

$126,781.60 $177,454.71 $404,160.43 $392,006.07

Total Cash

NOTE: May-23 YTD Commodore Projects $94,100.01 Expenses in the amount of $53,386.37 Income in the amount of $52,363.62 Net loss in the amount of $1,022.75 Interest Earned $216.86

Motion: P/C Hall to approve the financial report. Second: Al Douglas. Motion Carried

I. CURRENT BUSINESS

Philip Maniaci

Activities

No report.

Melissa Winkler

Publications

Brief commentary on current activities.

Mark Javery

Secretary

Summer work schedule is working well.

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Bill Frederiksen

Clubhouse

Well, the Clubhouse is open and has survived the Fitting Out and ABYA weekends without too much in the way of new issues. There are some items that need tending to and this list is not intended to be all inclusive: • Internet connectivity and balancing bandwidth for the PoS registers and the Wi-Fi. Further discussion on this subject later in the agenda. • Hot Water for the Manager’s Apartment Shower - *Update – fixed! • Right-sizing our propane storage in light of the requirements of the new generator. • We need a new fan for behind the bar to allow for air flow so that our bartenders don’t sweat to death. • The light fixture in the foyer that leads out to the flags (where the medicine cabinet is) is not working. • The TV in room six has no signal. • And new addition to the list: we have a toilet in the men’s room that acts as a rocking chair that needs to be reset to the floor. • Repairs to a variety of kitchen appliances (freezers, refrigerators, and ovens) oh my. • Replacing a failed freezer with a new freezer. • Fire safety inspection was performed to review our fire suppression and alarm solutions. • Repairs and improvements to the footings for the tables to reduce the risk of damaging the new carpet. It’s worth mentioning that, at least when I was at the club last, the new carpet seems to be holding up fine to the initial wear and tear that the club and its membership can put to it. I’d also like to take a moment to recognize the folks that were working the week leading up to the fitting out weekend with my apologies to anyone I neglect to mention: Shelly and John Sweier, P/C Blackburn, Marie Pepin, Colleen Hall and P/C Hall. I am grateful for their efforts and guiding hand when it came to getting the clubhouse ready for the season and the opening weekend. We also got quite a bit done between the May board meeting and tonight. Some highlights:

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Terry Steinmacher

Harbor & Grounds

1) I would like to thank Ron Braun and Mike DeNeve (Mikey) for lending a helping hand with the replacement of approx. 300’ of decking boards throughout the island the week of 5/29/23. 2) Hopefully everyone has had a chance to see the new yard lights that were replaced on the west side of the island, I also have (2) fixtures ordered for the east side of the island. Once they come in, they will also be replaced. 3) We still have approx. 250 bags of dirt that is supposed to be delivered to the island on 6/8/23 we are keeping our fingers crossed that that happens. Once the dirt is on the island, we will be looking for a team to help spread where needed. Keep a lookout for the shout out for help.

4) I will be looking into getting us a couple of outdoor heaters for the patio since mother nature cannot make up her mind on what season we are in

5) We will be getting our weed control for the harbor the week of 6/12. Was told it should be on Thursday 6/15. Will keep everyone posted once I know for sure.

6) With all the burning of the tree trimmings this year our fire pit is going to get some much needed attention. Stay tuned for that project update.

7) As always if you see something that needs attention, please bring it to my attention so we can give the issue some attention.

Al Douglas

Supplies

Presented overview to Board on possible switch to an alternative vendor for certain products.

Tom Lisowski

Transportation

No report.

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Shelley Sweier

Membership

JUNE 2023 MEMBERSHIP REPORT

- Non-boating member who was sent letter expelling him from the club for non-payment of dues, picked up registered letter on May 25 th . An email was also sent. No response from the former member.

- Most of the 2023 membership cards have been distributed, along with the Yachting Club of America reciprocal cards.

- Three of the seven new members were introduced at the general membership meeting. They sat together at the reserved table and were given a free complimentary drink. A fourth attended Sunday and was given their burgee. A new junior member was also given her burgee and flower Saturday evening when she was working her hours.

- There is some confusion regarding the Junior Membership and what the membership entails. This will be discussed later in the meeting.

TOTAL MEMBERS AS OF JUNE 8, 2023

190

BOATING MEMBERS

24

NON-BOATING MEMBERS

4

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

43

SENIOR

12

JUNIOR

273 TOTAL MEMBERS

13 MEMBERS ARE CURRENTLY ON THE WAIT LIST.

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II. OLD BUSINESS

A. Capital Project Update

The treasurer provided a brief year to date summary of expenditures.

B. Pontoon Work Boat Update – no update.

C. Comcast Service Update – no update.

D. Incoming Rendezvous Schedule – additions added to schedule:

1) All Ports YC – 5 boats; 7/17-20. Motion: Al Douglas to approve; Second: Philip Maniaci. Motion Carried. 2) Huron YC – 1 boat; 7/23-24. Motion: R/C Burkhardt to approve. Second: Mark Javery. Motion Carried. 3) Cedar Point YC – 4 boats; 7/30 – 8/3. Motion: Philip Maniaci to approve. Second: R/C Burkhardt. Motion Carried. 4) Put-N-Bay – 1 boat; 6/27-29. Motion: Christa Betts to approve. Second: Philip Maniaci. Motion Carried. 5) Group of four boats from Cleveland boating club; 7/13-16. Motion: Shelley Sweier to approve, provided a bona fide voting member is present as sponsor. Second: R/C Burkhardt. Motion Carried.

E. New Gift Card Procedures – Discussion and clarification of procedures.

III. NEW BUSINESS

A. Commodore’s First Request in January – CMDR reminded Board of confidentiality of certain matters discussed. B. Treating Members and all ODs with Respect – Reiterated the importance of supporting ODs and mutual respect among the membership. C. Junior Members Privileges – Discussion surrounding Jr. member category; clarification of existing category. D. Applicants Denied Membership – Policies; Members notified of a Violation – The Board discussed related disciplinary action of current member for violating NCYC Policy which prohibits bringing, as a guest, any person that has been denied NCYC membership. Motion: Bill Frederiksen proposed issuance of letter to member for violating NCYC policy in bringing person to island that was denied membership. Second: Philip Maniaci. Motion Carried. E. Policy Review - Unattended Boats; Second Boats – Discussion of related policies and reminder to members. F. Wi-fi Discussion and Solutions – Issues related to capacity constraints; solution proposed to alleviate issues of internet access availability.

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G. Fin Runner Shuttle for ABYA Meeting at Belvedere Boat Club – Request from ABYA to use Finrunner as shuttle August 14. Motion: Philip Maniaci to approve request for ABYA usage of Finrunner on August 14. Second: Al Douglas. Motion Carried. H. Mainland Wells – Review of current policies / procedures for waiting list. I. Dues Increase – 2024 Discussion deferred to later Meeting.

Members of the Month R/C Burkhardt proposed following members to be recognized as “Walkway Men” as Members of the Month for their work contributions in installing the significant number of new walkways on the island:

a) Ron Braun b) John Sweier c) Jim Lutz d) Mike May e) P/C Calihan

Motion: Philip Maniaci to approve request. Second: Christa Betts. Motion Carried.

Good of the Order Various items associated with island activities.

Adjournment 9:43 p.m.

Motion: R/C Burkhardt to adjourn. Second: V/C Romatz. Motion Carried.

Next Meeting

Date and Time: July 13, 2023

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North Channel Yacht Club Cash Summary July 2023

December

December

December

Jul-23

2020

2021

2022

2023

Fifth Third Bank

$145,900.00 $145,900.00

$245,900.00 $245,900.00

$277,378.83 $277,378.83

$154,225.77 $154,225.77

Total Operating Funds

Cash Reserve Fund

$98,300.00 $244,200.00

$98,300.00 $344,200.00

$126,781.60 $404,160.43

$178,339.13 $332,564.90

Total Cash

NOTE: Jul-23 YTD Commodore Projects $134,927.98 Expenses in the amount of $50,190.44 Income in the amount of $56,102.11 Net income in the amount of $5,911.67

July Interest Earned $450.16 Cash on Hand $332,564.90

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Members of the Month

July - Debra Jacott Debra Jacott is being recognized as a July Member of the Month for her many efforts assisting weekday managers. In July, she stayed on the island an entire week helping John and Shelley Sweier with as many as 25 boats. Without a co-manager, the week would have been very difficult if not for her help. Her willingness to help where needed made the week manageable and the visitors had a great time. She represented our Club with enthusiasm and worked many long hours. She is deserving of this recognition for the many times she has offered to help when needed – and especially the week in July! August - Shelly and Gary Schroka Thank you for the time and effort you put into our three rendezvous!!! You are absolute Rockstar's!!! All of you hard work and planning is greatly appreciated by all.

HIGH FIVE The North Channel Yacht Club (NCYC) Board of Directors would like to recognize Doug Betts with a High Five! Special thanks to Doug for his quick response and superb welding skills to repair a broken weld on a steel piling on D-Dock prior to a very busy week. Doug’s quick action resolved a potential safety issue and eliminated the concern so that the dock could be used by boaters. Thank you, Doug, we appreciate your quick action and everything you do for the club.

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