JULY 2018 BEACON

NCYC GMr Meeting Minutes

26 May 2018

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commissioned on May 9 th . A new fuel sender will be installed as the old one has no idea of how much fuel is actually in there. Fin Three (the Stanley “Tin Fin”) A new fuel level sender has been installed but still requires some adjustment (when time allows). The thruster has been installed with a time relay/delay that only allows operation for 4-5 seconds at a time in an attempt that we don’t have a reoccurrence of last year’s failure. Finally, Fin 3 has received a new rear running light mast to replace the damaged one along with new horns that are much more audible. Parking Lot was cleared of stored vehicles on time (thanks to all who stored for their cooperation) The entrance is now graced with “NO TURN AROUND” signs on each side to get the point across. Oddly enough this does seem to make a difference in the amount of unauthorized intrusions. Thanks to Ron’s Marine for pounding down (free of charge) three seawall tie backs that were frost heaved. Mainland Well Leases, approximately three quarters of the contracts have been handed in and paid for the season. There have been two wells that have become vacant and were ultimately filled by Russ Adams and Tom Altobelli. Emergency Back-up Generator upon normal maintenance check the generator has come up with an error code and shuts down after 15 seconds of operation. It was suspected that the brushes were at fault but after a service call the control module was found to be the culprit. The generator is now back in service Ken Lipowski Discussed all 3 outings and their dates. 3 Wells available for St Clair and on wall if less than 30’. Glen and Sheila Nixon are helping. Robison Seawall Financial Projection Update P/C Pat Carroll discussed the poor shape of Robison seawall. Need to replaced 112’ for $35,000. Propose to do 112’ every year until done. Will be paying cash to do project. Brian Fringer explained the finances for the project. We’re in a good cash position to do it. P/C Paul Jarvis asked what to do if future boards don’t agree with completing the seawall project? Motion to approve funding for 112’ of new seawall in 2018 was made by P/C Rick Romatz, seconded by P/C Scott Bell. Motion Carried. P/C John Anderson asked about the decking along the new seawall. Cost does not include new decking. Asked about doing more than 112’ in 2018. Answer was no as we don’t want to borrow to fund. Frank Corcoran asked if we’re dipping into the cash reserves to fund the new seawall. Answer no. Kim Miedema asked about making wells longer while the new seawall is being put in. P/C Carroll replied that it would be a much bigger cost, about triple the price. Jeff Edgerly asked about D dock. Commodore Pagel indicated it will be addressed at a later time. P/C Hue Vestal proposed an amendment to the motion to approve the project until it’s completed as opposed to just the first 112’. P/C Chuck Stroh commented that future boards will have the authority to stop any project as they see fit providing it’s not a by-law. Seconding P/C Vestal’s motion was P/C Romatz. MOTION CARRIES. Fleet Captain – NEW BUSINESS