NOVEMBER 2018 BEACON

Introducing “Burgee Travels”

Team Blackburn

Members, take your Burgee with you on your off season travels this year. Take a picture and send to Ron, for the Beacon. Let’s see where our Burgee goes… Thanks Ian.

The only good thing about being in a catastrophic auto accident is realizing that in an instant, things go from normal to as bad as it gets, the only direction to go is up. Waking up in a hospital bed with my head immobilized and a morphine drip in my arm, and the right side of my body broken from head to foot, it took a team of trauma specialists a week to explain to me all the things that were damaged in my wife, virtually every bone, organ, muscle, and system were damaged. The prognosis for her survival was slim, the chance for recovery was little more than a prayer. As I progressed from a hospital bed to a wheelchair, to a walker, to a cane over months it occurred to me that as Jeri was also coming out of a 4-month coma, the worst was past, she would live. She still couldn’t see, hear, or move, but she’d survive, now it was time to fix things. If I had to choose between what happened to us or some hideous disease where one doesn’t know if there is an “up-side” in the future, I’ll take the crash any day. I’ve written several articles about all of this for another publication and have opted not to include them in the Beacon as I didn’t see any relevance. Until now. I see parallels between our Club and the Church we belong to in that both organizations have some very talented and zealous cooks. I mention this because when tragedy strikes, help comes from varied and unexpected places. For me, it was a matter of meals that just started showing up on the porch. Nothing special, just the same home cooked dinners everyone was eating and a couple portions set aside for us and someone was delegated to deliver them. I can tell you, at the most stressful times, not having to worry about cooking some days, is the most helpful thing a person can receive. During this season of giving, I’m asking you to recognize any need you may see in our Club, and take a few minutes to put a couple meals aside in a tin and deliver to our Members who could use a little help. Blue Skies; Following Seas, Ron

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What a year. With team work, volunteerism and participation, 2018 should go down in the record books as a successful year. Linda and I had a great time as your Ambassadors and having the opportunity to steer the ship in 2018. We had a great Haul-Out weekend with a Turkey Dinner and all the trimmings. I want to thank the First Mates for the great breakfast on Sunday morning during the Haul Out weekend. We had two work parties which were attended not only by our long time members but saw a lot of new members who joined this year and jumped in to contribute and learned very quickly what it takes to run such a successful club I want to take this opportunity to thank my Flag Officers, Board of Directors, Fleet Captains, Board Recorder and Harbormaster for their hard work, dedication and devotion to the membership. To manage the tasks presented to them in a positive way, which made this year a success. Special thanks also go to the First Mates and Ancient Mariners for all of their hard work and monetary support. Lastly, I must thank my wife, Linda, for her food coordination for all of the work parties, keeping my calendar organized and supporting my every step along the way. She is my anchor and my partner.

Regards, Commodore Randy

I can’t believe the club is closed and we are already in November! The NCYC 2018 boating season was fantastic. Many great new members joined our ranks along with a full schedule of events that were well attended. I would like to thank the Weekday Manager, O.D.’s, event organizers, the board of directors, the Pagel family and finally the membership for making 2018 a memorable time on the island! The club has been put to bed for yet another winter season. Everyone who attended the fall work parties put forth their best efforts to ensure everything was done correctly for a successful spring awakening. Thanks to all who were involved, great job! Congratulations is in order for our 2019 Rear Commodore Glenn Nixon and his Lady Sheila. I would also like to congratulate the newly elected directors; Tom Altobelli, Frank Corcoran, Tom Huntley and John Sweier. I look forward to working together!

I would like to wish our Snowbird friends a warm Farwell, you will be missed over the winter; please stay safe and we will see you in the spring! As for the rest of us staying in snow country, there are a few events to attend to get your boating friend “fix” and keep in touch: • The ABYA Ball and Christmas party is on December 1 st , please reach out to P/C Pat Carroll if you are interested • The First Mates Christmas dinner is on December 4 th , if you are interested in attending, please reach out to Diane French • The NCYC 2019 Commodore’s Ball will be on January 19 th , 2019 -- please mark your calendars and there will be more details to follow Thanksgiving is a special time to reflect, and to be thankful, for what we have, for the family we love, the friends we cherish, and for the blessings that have come. I would like to wish everyone a very special and memorable Thanksgiving!! Stay Warm, V / C Ian Blackburn

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Hello Fellow NCYC Members, I hope all is well. Congratulations to our incoming Commodore Ian Blackburn and his Lady Marie, I am looking forward to 2019. Congratulation to incoming Rear Commodore Glenn Nixon and his Lady Sheila and a big welcome to the flag officers. Also, congratulations to returning board members Tom Altobelli, Frank Corcoran and welcome to the board members John Sweier and Tom Huntley. I am looking forward to working with all of you and the rest of the board in 2019. The last two work weekends of the year which are held to close the island for the winter, could not have gone any better. The large number of volunteers made for a lighter load for all that attended. Thanks to all of the members who volunteer their time throughout the year. That’s what makes NCYC one of the best yacht clubs on the lakes. Some dates to remember: NCYC Bowling League, from November to April. Held on the 3rd Saturday. Contact Jill Romatz for more information. ABYA Commodore’s Christmas Ball held December 1, 2018. Contact P/C Pat Carroll for more information. Save this date for sure, January 19, 2019. That is NCYC’s Commodore’s Ball in honor Commodore Ian Blackburn and his Lady Marie. Terri and I would like to wish all of you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving.

AMessage from Chaplain Art Brooks

During the last month, several NCYC families suffered losses. Beverly Tarien, a very active member for many years passed away. Her late husband, Bob, was also very involved. The father of Kevin Verkest , Roger, died . He is survived by his wife, sons and grandchildren. Mr. Verkest was very helpful to Kevin with the many NCYC projects. Kari Lynn Fringer, 26 years old, daughter of Sandra and Bob Fringer. George Alfred Pelletier passed away on October 16, 208. He was the father of Dave Pelletier. We extend our condolences to all of the NCYC extended families at this sad time. One of our hard working members, Mary Stackpoole, is on our sick bay list. The family has requested cards only, no phone calls or visitations. Also they have asked that no Facebook posts at this time. Please keep all of these members and their families in your thoughts and prayers. If you have a moment maybe you could send them a card that might cheer them up during this time of need. Following is a thought for the up-coming holiday.

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Every day I find, There’s something added to my mind. But no storage space of any sort, can keep loved memories like a heart. A kiss, a place, a touch, a grin, And yes, there’s hidden tears within. Tears of love I’ll have you know, all help my tender soul to grow. Each time I set and reminisce, My spirits rise like a morning mist. And where you see my smiling face, Well, I’ve just visited my storage space. My thanks to all who have contributed, so generously to my Storage Space

There were 7 people at the October Business Meeting. There were 26 people at the October Luncheon.

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Ancient Mariners North Channel Yacht Club Established 1975

Attention North Channel Yacht Club Members The North Channel Yacht Club Ancient Mariners would like to invite you to join our elite group. Requirements for membership are that you need to be at least 60 years old, or be retired from a job. (Not both) The annual dues are only $10.00. The purpose of the Ancient Mariners is to have fun! We have a meeting the second Tuesday of each month and a luncheon at various restaurants the third Thursday of each month. The luncheons are held on the island during the summer months. (There are no meetings in the summer months) The Ancient Mariners have a weekend on the island in the summer that we use as a fund raiser. We always have a fun day planned with a delicious dinner and a fun event planned for after dinner. The proceeds of these events go back into the club for various improvements. The Ancient Mariners have provided the TV's in the upstairs bedrooms, the swim dock in the swim hole, help paying down the NCYC debt, helping Harbor & Grounds with the water spigots, and many many other improvements. Please consider joining this fun group by contacting President Archie Archibald at patriarch13@comcast.net or 586-943-3017 Secretary Sue Reiss at reiss2003@wowway.com or 586-419-0968

First Mates Mention November 2018

Hi Ladies:

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you and your families. Thank you to all who were able to help with the closing of the club this year!! Our First Mate Holiday Party is Tuesday December 4, 2019 at 6:00 pm at Da Francesco’s. See flyer that was emailed for details. Raffle items are needed and appreciated to help make the party a success. Pease bring your donation the night of the party. Mark your calendars for The First Mates annual Fashion Show May 5, 2019 at11:00 a.m. Flyer to follow with more details on this event. Thank you to everyone who shopped at the Boatique this year. Thank you Jill Romatz for doing such a great job with ordering and stocking the Boutique this year. See you all at the holiday party where the new Board for 2019 will be installed.

Respectfully, Lisa Roath 2018 First Mates Publicity Director

The First Mates of North Channel Yacht Club Invite you to join them at the 2018 Annual Christmas Party Tuesday, December 4, 2018 – 6:00 p.m. Da Francesco’s 49521 Van Dyke – Shelby Twp., MI 48317

$35.00 per person (Includes dinner with cash bar) One bottle of red and one bottle of white wine is included on each table.

Reservations should be sent to Diane French 7306 Flamingo, Algonac, MI 48001 Cell: 586-243-7039 E-mail: frenchdf77@yahoo.com

Make checks payable to NCYC First Mates. Deadline for reservations is November 26, 2018.

Raffle items are needed to make our party a success. Please bring your donation the night of the party.

The 2018 fundraiser will benefit seniors through the Algonac Lions Club. Please bring sample size personal items and we will wrap them at the party. Bags, tags and ribbon will be provided.

Any questions, please contact Colleen Braun, 586-242-9698

NORTH CHANNEL YACHT CLUB

ORGANIZATION CHART 2018

NCYC Membership

Commodore Randy Pagel

Commodore Past Pat Carrol

Commodore Vice Ian Blackburn

Commodore Rear

Bill

Calihan

Secretary

Membership

Darryl Transportation Campbell

Fleet Captain Ken Lipowski Julie Delauter

Supplies

Treasurer

Publications

Activities

Grounds Harbor & Tom Altobelli

Scott Clubhouse Greenfelder

Brian Fringer

Ron Draper

Glenn Nixon

Debbie Siwek

Dale Hall

Tom Martin

Committee Insurance Chairman P/C Tom McHugh

Committee Finance

Historian

Planning Forward Committee

Committee Reserve Fund

Procedures Guidelines & Committee P/C Rick Romatz

Committee Nominating P/C Chuck

Committee By Laws

P/C Paul Jarvis

Calihan R/C Bill

Brian Fringer

Glenn Nixon

P/C Pat Carroll

Stroh

Chaplain

Arms Sergeant-at-

Officer Safety

Recorder Board

Auditor

Leslie Leitch Master Harbor

Ann Malik Sue Mile Surgeons Fleet

Directors Youth

Co. LLC Bultynck &

Shelby Romatz Lisa Roath

Greg Brigman

Art Brooks

Brian Roath

John Sweier

NCYC Photographer Membership

Major Sargent

Pins Burgees & Judy McHugh Manager

P/C Pat Carroll Delegate ABYA

Manager Clubhouse

IT Officer

P/C Bill Hendricks

P/C Scott Bell

Colleen Braun

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Forward Planning Committee: R/C Bill Calihan (Chairman) Brian Roath 18, 19, 20 P/C Rick Romatz 18, 19, 20

Nominating Committee: P/C Chuck Stroh (Chairman) P/C Bill Hendricks Diane French

Don Ruma 17, 18, 19 Ben Carroll 17, 18, 19 Steve Marten 16, 17, 18 P/C Bill Bauer 16, 17, 18 By-Laws Committee: Glenn Nixon (Chairman) V/C Ian Blackburn

Renee McEvoy Kim Miedema Jill Romatz

Guidelines & Policies Committee: P/C Rick Romatz (Chairman)

P/C Hugh Vestal P/C Tom Mchugh P/C Brian McEvoy P/C Chuck Stroh P/C Harley Burris Brian Michel

Frank Corcoran P/C Rick Romatz Al Durand P/C Harley Burris Kim Miedema P/C Tom McHugh – Parliamentarian

Larry Malik Art Brooks

Insurance Committee: P/C Tom McHugh (Chairman) Commodore Randy Pagel

Cash Reserve Committee: P/C Pat Carroll (Chairman) Commodore Randy Pagel Brian Malik 1st Year Mike Wonderly 2nd Year Ken Lipowski 3rd Year

V/C Ian Blackburn Anthony McHugh P/C Bob Watson

Finance Committee: Brian Fringer (Chairman)

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North Channel Yacht Club Calendar of Events 2019

Date

Event

OD

January 19

Commodore's Ball

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February 1-3

Edgerly/Malik Snowmobile Trip

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March 8-10

ABYA Spring Rendezvous Midland

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March 10

Blessing of the Fleet at Mariner's Church

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April 13

Elite Brigade

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April 20

Elite Brigade

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April 27

Elite Brigade

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May 4

Elite Brigade

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May 5

First Mates Fashion Show

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May 11

First Spring Work Party

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May 18

Second Spring Work Party

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May 24-27

Opening Weekend - Fitting Out

May 24 Kids Movie Night

May 25 10:00am - First Mates Meeting

First Mates Patio Party

1:00pm - General Membership Meeting

Tom Huntley

6:00pm - Pig Roast Dinner

May 26 Pride of Michigan

1:00pm - Flag Raising Ceremony

Complementary Luncheon following Ceremony

3:00pm - Father Steve Blessing of the Fleet

May 31 - June 2

ABYA Dinner Dance - June 1

P/C Randy Pagel

June 7-9

Rendezvous Milliken

Dave DuVernay

Big Smoke - Don Ruma Surf&Turf Dinner - P/C Brian McEvoy

June 14 - 16

P/C Bob Watson

June 16-21

Ladies Week

Diane Marten

June 21-23

Kid's Weekend - Janet Van De Winkle

Lou Garofalo

June 27

Ancient Mariners Luncheon - 1:00pm at the Club

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June 28-30

OPEN / Kids Movie Night on the 29th

P/C Tom McHugh

July 5-7

Fourth of July Celebration

Frank Corcoran

July 12-14

OPEN / Kids Movie Night on the 13th

Chuck Penzien

July 18

Ancient Mariners Luncheon - 1:00pm at the Club

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July 19-21

Float Down

Dale Hall

July 26-28

Rendezvous - DYC

Brian Fringer

Revision Date - 11 November 2018

North Channel Yacht Club Calendar of Events 2019

Date

Event

OD

July 29 - August 2

Commodores Cruise - Lake Erie

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August 2-4

Ancient Mariners Fundraiser

Colleen Braun

August 9-11

Irish Pub Party

P/C Brian McEvoy

August 15

Ancient Mariners Luncheon - 1:00pm at the Club

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August 16-18

Concert August 16th, Poker Run 17th

Darryl Campbell

August 23-25

OPEN / Kids Movie Night on the 24th

V/C Bill Calihan

August 30-September 2

Labor Day Weekend

August 31 10:00am - First Mates Meeting

1:00pm - General Membership Meeting

John Sweier

Meet the Candidates

P/C Beer Bust after Meeting, hot dogs/hamburgers

Kids Movie Night

September 1 First Mates Dinner

September 6-8

Rendezvous Lexington

Debbie Siwek

September 9

ABYA GMM First Mates Dinner

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September 13-15

Commodore's Fishing Derby & Fish Fry

R/C Glenn Nixon

September 19

Ancient Mariners Luncheon - 1:00pm at the Club

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September 20-22

Smoke on the Water BBQ Rib Cookoff

P/C Rick Romatz

September 27-29

OPEN

Ron Draper

October 4-6

Haul Out Weekend

October 5 10:00am - First Mates Meeting

Tom Altobelli

1:00pm - General Membership Meeting

Haul Out Dinner

October 6 First Mates Haul Out Breakfast

October 12

First Fall Work Party

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October 19

Second Fall Work Party

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Revision Date - 11 November 2018

North Channel Yacht Club 2019 Flag Officers and Board of Directors Ian Blackburn 519-816-0417 blackburn.id@gmail.com

Commodore

Vice Commodore Rear Commodore Past Commodore

Bill Calihan Glenn Nixon Randy Pagel Brian Fringer Frank Corcoran Tom Huntley John Sweier Debbie Siwek Ron Draper Darryl Campbell Leslie Leitch Dale Hall

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Treasurer Secretary Activities Club House Membership Publications

Harbor & Grounds Tom Altobelli

Supplies

Transportation Fleet Captain Board Recorder

Brian Roath

Meeting dates: January 10, 2019 February 14, 2019 March 14, 2019 April 11, 2019 May 9, 2019 May 25, 2019 June 13, 2019 July 11, 2019 August 8, 2019 August 31, 2019 September 12, 2019 October 5, 2019 October 10, 2019 November 14, 2019 December 12, 2019

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North Channel Yacht Club General Membership Meeting 01 September 2018

Call to Order Commodore, Randy Pagel Commodore Randy Pagel called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. The meeting was held at North Channel Yacht Club. Roll Call Secretary, Glenn Nixon F LAG O FFICERS Present Absent Commodore Randy Pagel   Vice Commodore Ian Blackburn   Rear Commodore Bill Calihan   D IRECTORS Transportation Darryl Campbell   Harbor & Grounds Tom Altobelli   Activities Tom Martin   Treasurer Brian Fringer   Publications Ron Draper   Secretary Glenn Nixon   Membership Debbie Siwek   Supplies Dale Hall   Club House Scott Greenfelder   I MMEDIATE P AST C OMMODORE P/C Pat Carroll   A PPOINTED P OSITIONS Fleet Captain Ken Lipowski   Board Recorder Greg Brigman   Pledge of Allegiance Invocation Art Brooks Approval of Agenda All MOTION: Moved by P/C Romatz seconded by Kim Miedema to approve the agenda. Motion Carried Approval of Meeting Minutes All MOTION: Moved by R/C Calihan and seconded by P/C Romatz to approve the May 2018 general membership meeting minutes. Motion Carried

NCYC GMr Meeting Minutes

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Commodore’s Comments Commodore, Randy Pagel Welcome to our Labor Day weekend General Membership meeting. We have a lot to cover today so I will keep my comments short. I want to publicly thank Ken Lipowski and Julie Delauter for planning and hosting our Rendezvous for 2018. Special thanks to Glenn and Sheila Nixon for helping with these events. I also want to thank all of the Candidates for stepping up and agreeing to run for a Board position. We have the distinct pleasure of meeting them today and hearing their ideas and values as it relates to promoting the wellbeing of North Channel Yacht Club. I would ask that all of you talk with them and get to know each of them individually. One thing I do want to discuss under “Good of the Order” is the incoming rendezvous and poker runs. It has been recently brought to my attention that there are some members that are unhappy with the amount of incoming rendezvous and poker runs that take place at our club. Our Board has been doing some research as to the income generated by these events and also the frequency of these events as it compares to previous years. Our goal is to share with you the facts so you understand what has taken place this year and find a healthy balance that satisfies the wishes of the entire membership. Vice-Commodore’s Comments Vice Commodore, Ian Blackburn Welcomed new members and thanked the candidates for running. Rear-Commodore’s Comments Rear Commodore, Bill Calihan Discussed the help the members provide running the club. Thanks to the members and all the individuals running for office. Financial Report Treasurer, Brian Fringer Covered the financials through July 2018. MOTION: Moved by P/C John Anderson and seconded by P/C John Sevald to approve the Financial Report. Motion Carried ABYA Report P/C Pat Carroll ABYA has Metro Beach boat show tickets for $5. Go to their website for details. Commodores Ball is December 1 st . Thanks to the candidates. PC Beer Bust after meeting. CURRENT BUSINESS Activities – Tom Martin Doing well. Sitting around $6000. Not including what the bar did. Thanks to all the host of the activities. Clubhouse – Scott Greenfelder County inspection just done, passed. Only a few repair suggestions for items noted.

NCYC GMr Meeting Minutes

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Harbor & Grounds Tom Altobelli H & G in good shape. Buoy coming into North Channel gone, got 3 new ones. Thanks to the members who have helped. Special thanks to Tom Stackpole for his help. Membership Debbie Siwek Thanks to candidates. Covered the membership numbers. Publications – Ron Draper Reported that the new process of keeping the rosters and membership cards in liquor room for members that have not picked up to this point has worked out good. Only left with about 10 rosters to mail out (saved money). Beacon will have information on proper procedure for filling out the ballots. Reported that typically 25% of votes will get discarded by not following procedures. Read next Beacon on this topic. Secretary – Glenn Nixon In fine shape for workers for the rest of year. Will have paid bartenders tomorrow and Haul Out. Mentioned about voting and necessary procedures to follow. Need candidates to get their picture and bio’s ASAP so they can get mailed out with the ballots. Supplies – Dale Hall Good year, bar sales at $72K, up $10K from last year. About $28K is gross profit. Thanks to members. Transportation – Darryl Campbell All fins are running with scheduled updates, modifications and repairs being complete. Ken Lipowski Discussed the 3 outings and their success. Great turnouts. Thanks to all for participating. NEW BUSINESS Fleet Captain -

First Mates President

Josette Campbell

Presented $5500 check for Commodore’s project. Labor Day dinner, got 8 tickets left. Haul Out breakfast, $7 Hosting ABYA dinner September 10 th . $14 per person

Ancient Mariners President

Archie Archibald

No report Recognition of Past Commodores Present

Cmdr. Randy Pagel

Members of the Month Brian Malik and Lori Abry Dennis and Janet Pomeroy

Cmdr. Randy Pagel

NCYC GMr Meeting Minutes

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P/C Bill and Sandy Bauer P/C Denise and Tom Huntly Clayton ad Melissa Winkler Shelby Romatz Brain and Lisa Roath Brian and Rene McEvoy Welcoming of New Members since May Good of the Order

All

Dianne French mentioned Commodore’s golf outing at Golden Hawk golf course. Sandy Stroh mentioned First Mates fund raiser with 58” TV raffle.

Jeff Edgerly talked about lime wedges in cocktails. Also provided announcement for upcoming Smoke on the Water event. Please park boats in east harbor fairway entrance if coming up for the day. Got 2 bands playing. P/C JD Dixon mentioned advertising is still available for the Smoke Out. Recommended candidates take advantages of this opportunity and advertise for the upcoming election. Ron Draper offered to run same ad purchased for the Smoke Out in Beacon for the rest of year. R/C Calihan update on P/C Bell and Russ Adams. Cindy Swan emotionally discussed the pot luck and its success over the years and thanked everyone. Vicki Koch will be taking over as the Swan’s are moving to Florida. Brian Roath asked Debbie Siwek about reciprocal cards for other yacht clubs. See Debbie if you want one. Commodore Pagel mentioned the concerns the membership is having with incoming rendezvous and asked for the club’s thoughts on this. Some of the comments: Raise dues to remain a private club. Won’t need the extra outside activities if we raise dues. People have called and asked for reservation from non-reciprocal/nonaffiliated yacht clubs. NCYC being thought of as any other marina. Why not hire a manager during the week to take the burden off the weekday member managers? Hosting these events does help out charitable organizations like Wertz Water Warriors. One weekday manger commented that they always had day events covers. Lion’s Club was very well behaved. $700 in tips from Wertz Warriors. Lots of comments about how well the Wertz Warriors events were staffed. Comments about NCYC’s responsibility to support community through these events. Introduction of NCYC 2018 Candidates P/C Chuck Stroh 2019 Commodore Ian Blackburn 2019 Vice Commodore Bill Calihan 2019 Rear Commodore

NCYC GMr Meeting Minutes

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Scott Greenfelder Glenn Nixon Board of Directors Dennis Alcazar Tom Altobelli Frank Corcoran Tom Huntly Philip Maniaci John Sweier

Cash Reserve Bryan Kenzie John Zych

Adjournment MOTION: Moved by R/C Calihan and seconded by P/C Hendricks to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried The meeting adjourned at 2:41 p.m. Next Meeting Date and Time: Saturday, 6th October 2018, 1:00 p.m. Location: NCYC

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North Channel Yacht Club Board of Directors - Regular Meeting 13 September 2018

Call to Order Commodore, Randy Pagel Commodore Randy Pagel called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. The meeting was held at NCYC. Roll Call Secretary, Glenn Nixon F LAG O FFICERS Present Absent Commodore Randy Pagel   Vice Commodore Ian Blackburn   Rear Commodore Bill Calihan   D IRECTORS Transportation Darryl Campbell   Harbor & Grounds Tom Altobelli   Activities Tom Martin   Treasurer Brian Fringer   Publications Ron Draper   Secretary Glenn Nixon   Membership Debbie Siwek   Supplies Dale Hall   Club House Scott Greenfelder   I MMEDIATE P AST C OMMODORE P/C Pat Carroll   A PPOINTED P OSITIONS Fleet Captain Ken Lipowski   Excused Board Recorder Greg Brigman   Pledge of Allegiance All Approval of Agenda All MOTION: Moved by Debbie Siwek, seconded by Darryl Campbell to approve the agenda. Motion Carried Approval of Meeting Minutes All MOTION: Moved by P/C Carroll and seconded by Scott Greenfelder to approve the August, 9th 2018 board meeting minutes. Motion Carried Commodore’s Comments Commodore, Randy Pagel Hard to believe it's September already, we've had a good year. Things are winding down. But we still have some more parties and the election campaigning coming up. Vice-Commodore’s Comments Vice Commodore, Ian Blackburn Looking at the agenda, might be a long meeting. Let's stay focused, open minded and last but not least, respectful. Rear-Commodore’s Comments Rear Commodore, Bill Calihan Reflected V/C Blackburn's comments. Hope everyone is having a great end of the summer.

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Financial Report Treasurer, Brian Fringer Very cash solvent. Asked directors to submit expenses early to prepare for the General Membership meeting in October. Asked Debbie Siwek how much has been collected so far for new member initiation fees? MOTION: Moved by Tom Altolbelli and seconded by R/C Calihan to approve the Financial Report. Motion Carried ABYA Report P/C Pat Carroll Changed by-laws for who can run for board to provide more candidates. Made contributions to the Clinton River Watershed Counsel. Correspondence All Dan Coburn request work hours waved for this year. Approved. Skip Schafer requested a reduction in work hours to 12 annually for medical reasons. Approved to work what he is physically able. Received a letter from Water Worriers thanking us for their visit to NCYC. Raised over $44K. Gabriel D’Haillecourt requested waiver of work hours. Approved. Ron Draper received letter from Cleveland YC thanking NCYC for their visit this summer. Ron Draper read the letter that was sent to Wertz Warriors letting them know they are no longer welcome to use NCYC as a stop. Ron noted the letter sent to the Wertz address shown on their website was Returned to Sender unopened. Ron also noted that Wertz Warriors and Water Warriors are 2 different organizations and Water Warriors are in no way related to these issues. Ron stated he hopes the organization will “weed its own garden” and be welcome again in the future. Tom Martin Revenue around 6K for the year and this month’s revenue was same as last month. All activities have made over $100. OD’s sitting on weekend money, need to deposit. Clubhouse – Scott Greenfelder Finally have operational faucet in washroom. Thanks to John Sweier for putting door on lady’s restroom. Inspector showed up last weekend. CURRENT BUSINESS Activities –

Harbor & Grounds

Tom Altobelli

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Got new dumpster in parking lot. Looks bigger? It has side doors so easy to load from sides. Now have 3 doors to lock. Glen Nixon asked about investigating the possibility of getting 2 dumpster pickups for busy weeks. Brian Fringer says we can change service to select times for extra pickups. Can order ahead of time for additional pickups on busy weekends as oppose to having to request at the last minute. Plan to do this to cover busy weekends. Discussed best options for pickups for next year. Got 3 new NC buoys for $685. Too late in season to put out. Membership Received a request for work for pay leave from Don Reiss and James Butler for medical reasons. Both Approved. Publications – Ron Draper Performed updates on the templates for the website. Future flag members will need some basic level website skills to navigate the changes. Will be in Florida before the October GM member, but will be available. Debbie Siwek asked Ron to do a Fanout for the dinner scheduled for Haul Out party. Secretary – Glenn Nixon Good on coverage for rest of year. Supplies – Dale Hall Year is $81K gross profit through this month. Trying to run suppliers down. Transportation – Darryl Campbell All Fins are running with scheduled maintenance being done. Fin Two (the Mackie with the blue top) has had the bilge blower replaced. The temperature gauge is inoperative due to a malfunctioning sender which has been ordered. Contrary to popular belief the fuel capacity of Fin 2 is 30 gallons (not 18 gallons) as verified by the certification label on the top of the tank. Fin Three (the Stanley “Tin Fin”). Several snaps have been replaced and/or installed in anticipation of our typical Fall weather. Fleet Captain – Ken Lipowski Absent excused. OLD BUSINESS Insurance Appraisal of NCYC Buildings taking place September 12 th at 9:00 AM Insurance appraiser was here. Will get report back tomorrow.

NEW BUSINESS Appoint an individual to take over the Mainland boat wells and storage

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Darryl Campbell reported he’s no longer able to manage the wells and is looking for a replacement. Doesn’t have to be done by board member. Tim O’Brian has reportedly volunteered to take over. Debbie Siwek made a motion to approve, second Tom Altolbelli. Motion Carried . A discussion pursued about the appropriate rules for leasing a well but not keeping your registered boat in a well. It was agreed the contract needs to be reviewed to ensure it’s clear only a member’s boat that has the MC numbers listed on the contract can park in the well. Finalize incoming rendezvous/poker run presentation for October GM meeting Commodore Pagel passed out financial document explaining the revenues generated from the incoming rendezvous. Asked if the board is comfortable with showing the membership. V/C Blackburn discussed some ideas regarding ideas for next year. Glen Nixon commented we need more information in the OD manuals pertaining to guest dockage. Dale Hall commented about having a beginning of the year banquet for weekday and weekend managers for incentive to sign up for these responsibilities. Would include discussions and a review of the procedures and manuals. Need to train the mangers on how the club is run. Dale Hall took on the assignment to investigate this. 10 year and 5 year forward plan R/C Calihan passed out the forward planning project list for board review and approval pertaining to the five and 10-year plans. Scott Greenfelder made a motion to approve. Seconded Brian Fringer. Motion Carried. Approve 2019 Budget to be presented at the October GM meeting Finance committee met and approved budget. Brian Fringer passed out the budget. Not a lot of changes to the proposed budget we made. Prior budgets always put dockage revenue into H & G. It will now go into the treasure’s funds. Mentioned the few changes that were made. Scott Greenfelder made a motion to pass 2019 budget, seconded Darryl Campbell. Motion Carried. Passed out 2019 Capital projects list and discussed. Approved funds up to $109K for roofing and $40K for siding. Scott Greenfelder made a motion to approve, second P/C Carrol. Motion Carried. Good of the order Tom Altobelli suggested we investigate the proposal to start charging guest for day dockage. V/C Blackburn requested we hold off until October GMM. Member of Month P/C Jim Angers for taking care of Direct Energy account over past 3 years. Dianne French for coordinating this year’s golf outing Adjournment MOTION: Moved by R/C Calihan and seconded by to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried The meeting adjourned at 9:37 p.m. Next Meeting Date and Time: Thursday, 11th October 2018, 7:00 p.m. Location: TBD

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North Channel Yacht Club General Membership Meeting 6 October 2018

Call to Order Commodore, Randy Pagel Commodore Randy Pagel called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. The meeting was held at North Channel Yacht Club. Roll Call Secretary, Glenn Nixon F LAG O FFICERS Present Absent Commodore Randy Pagel   Vice Commodore Ian Blackburn   Rear Commodore Bill Calihan   D IRECTORS Transportation Darryl Campbell   Harbor & Grounds Tom Altobelli   Activities Tom Martin   Treasurer Brian Fringer   Publications Ron Draper   Secretary Glenn Nixon   Membership Debbie Siwek   Supplies Dale Hall   Club House Scott Greenfelder   I MMEDIATE P AST C OMMODORE P/C Pat Carroll   A PPOINTED P OSITIONS Fleet Captain Ken Lipowski   Board Recorder Greg Brigman   Pledge of Allegiance Invocation Art Brooks Approval of Agenda All MOTION: Moved by P/C Pat Carroll seconded by R/C Bill Calihan to approve the agenda. Motion Carried Approval of Meeting Minutes All MOTION: Moved by P/C Rick Romatz and seconded P/C John Sevald to approve the September 2018 general membership meeting minutes. Motion Carried

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Commodore’s Comments Commodore, Randy Pagel Believe it or not, it is Haul Out weekend. The final weekend that our boats will be on the island. Where did the summer of 2018 go? I want to thank all of the candidates for their willingness to run for the Board and Flag. Regardless of the outcome, we truly appreciate you stepping up to give of your time and talents to make NCYC the best yacht club on the lake. Linda and I cannot thank you enough for the participation, comradery, volunteerism and great times that we have had this year. We have truly appreciated all of your help and friendship. It is an experience that we both will never forget. I want to thank the Ancient Mariners and the First Mates that have worked closely with the Flag and Board to ensure a successful 2018 season. I would like to thank everyone who participated and planned this year’s activities. It is not an easy task and it takes lots of time, planning and manpower to pull it off. More importantly, it takes participation from the membership to make it successful. It has been an honor for me to be your Commodore for 2018. All I ask is that you give Ian, our incoming Commodore, the same help and encouragement that all of you gave me. It has been a great ride………….. Thank you, all. Vice-Commodore’s Comments Vice Commodore, Ian Blackburn Discussed the ballot process. Thanked P/C Pat Carroll and board members who are leaving for their years of service. Thanked Tom the Friday night cook and best of luck to the candidates. Rear-Commodore’s Comments Rear Commodore, Bill Calihan Today we look forward to the future as we elect three new board members and a new Rear Commodore. Many thanks to all of the candidates for stepping forward and putting your hat in the ring. As I have said before “a club cannot live by dues alone - “good luck to all!! Also a big thanks to all the members for a great year. Whether you served as a weekend O D, weekday manager or chaired one of our many events, you helped moved the club forward. We cannot forget the First Mates and the Ancient Mariners who do so much to support N.C.Y.C. throughout the year. Last but not least, Commodore Randy and his Lady Linda. Thanks to both of you for your great leadership throughout 2018. We had a great season and an awesome Commodores Cruise just this past week. Thank you two again. P.S. Please don’t forget that the next two weekends we need your help to get the club ready for closing for the winter. It’s not hard and the more help the easier for all. See you next week.

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Financial Report Treasurer, Brian Fringer Brian walked the membership through the financial report year to date as of August 2018. Discussed 2019 financial and capital budgets. MOTION: Moved by P/C Paul Jarvis and seconded by P/C Rick Romatz to approve the Financial Report. Motion Carried ABYA Report P/C Pat Carroll R/C Bill Calihan filled in for P/C Pat Carroll at the last ABYA meeting. ABYA donated money to the Pride of Michigan program. ABYA Spring Rendezvous will be the weekend of March 8-10, 2019. Discussed the initiative to light North Channel buoys. Several will get lights with more planned for the future. Thanked the candidates. Next year’s ABYA spring dinner dance takes place at NCYC, see me for tickets. CURRENT BUSINESS Activities – Tom Martin Fantastic activities in 2018. Last year did $6000, this year not counting Hall Out we’re at $13267. Thanked all who attended and put on activities. Clubhouse – Scott Greenfelder Building is still here. Looking forward to seeing members helping to put the club away in the next 2 weeks. Harbor & Grounds Tom Altobelli Not much going on. Been in contact with a marine contractor to put in ice cluster this fall in the harbor. Harbor is in good shape and thanks. Membership Debbie Siwek No report, but has 2018 Yacht Club reciprocal cards. Publications – Ron Draper Thanks for all the support and compliments received. If you’re not getting access to our website and Beacons, contact Ron for help. Note on Fanout, when you get one and are unable to open an attachment, you may need to log into the website to get it to open. This is to protect propriety information only meant for NC members. Talked about the club register history book. Photographed all 540 pages of the book with plans to make digital copies and place into a PDF. Secretary – Glenn Nixon Thanked membership for being flexible for work weekends. Only 1 weekend we don’t have an OD in place for next year. Way ahead for next year. Ron Braun discussed scheduling weekday mangers for next year. Thanked the candidates.

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Supplies – Dale Hall Through the month of September, up 12% from last year. $5000 away of hitting $100K in bar sales. Discussed the quantities of alcohol consumed throughout the year. Transportation – Darryl Campbell Typical maintenance for the end of year is complete. Announced relinquishing the mainland well responsibilities over to Tim O’Brien. Also announced there’s a derelict boat parked in our parking lot. Whose boat is it? Needs to be moved ASAP. Fleet Captain – Ken Lipowski Talked about the fun they had during the 3 rendezvous. Introduced next year’s Fleet Captain Less Leitch and Patty Mok. They discussed next year’s activities. Five and 10 Year Plan R/C Bill Calihan presented the planned activities. Second floor clubhouse siding will be the main project. Negotiations going good for 2024 east harbor lease with the DNR. 2019 Budget Brian Fringer presented the budget. Kim Miedema asked why the supply budget amount was lowered for next year. Brian stated there’s a decrease in needed supplies expected for next year. Motion to approve 2019 budget made by P/C Rick Romatz, seconded by P/C Denise Huntley. Motion Carried. 2019 Capital Projects V/C Ian Blackburn presented the projects. Seawall and decking at $50K. Discussed other non-seawall planned projects. $109K is what is planned to be spent. R/C Bill Calihan had a question about funding the seawall project. V/C Blackburn stated it will be done in 3 phases involving 120 feet sections. $50K per phase. Motion to approve 2019 budget made by P/C Rick Romatz, seconded by P/C John Sevald. Motion Carried. NCYC Operating Expenses V/C Ian Blackburn discussed the issue of allowing incoming rendezvous to NCYC. If we eliminate them, what will be the dues increase needed to make up the cost? An increase of roughly $181.84 for full dues paying members and $90.85 for ½ dues paying members. Discussion about guest dockage pursued. V/C Blackburn presented a proposal outlining the policy for incoming rendezvous and visiting guest. Proposal will need to go to the policy committee for approval. First Mates President Josette Campbell Josette Campbell thanked all who helped her. Reminded all about Hall Out breakfast tomorrow. Reminded all about the Christmas party on December 4th NEW BUSINESS

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Ancient Mariners President Archie Archibald No report

Recognition of Past Commodores Present

Cmdr. Randy Pagel

Good of the Order

All

Debbie Siwek announced she still has dinner tickets. Al Hurd asked about lease payments for the mainland wells. Asking for a conformation that the money was received. Ron Draper discussed the concept of having unique pictures of the club all lit up at night to have for sale. Ron presented sample pictures to P/C Pat Carroll, R/C Ian Blackburn and Commodore Pagel. Bob and Cindy Swan received a plague honoring them for their pot-luck dinners. P/C Bill Hendricks has a Smoke On the Water video to put on website. John Zych asked about the errant water current checkers. P/C Pat Carroll explained that we have an electrical current checker behind the bar and discussed how to use. John also inquired if the club is interested in having a storage rack available on the island for kayaks. He would be willing to donate 2 kayaks. Jeff Edgerly discussed the success of Smoke on the Water. Thanked Terry Hart and Donna Glick. 158 people attended. Raised $5K and did $6400 in bar sales. Thanked everyone who helped. Colleen Hall announced she collected over $400 in cans and bottles from the recycle cans this year. Jill Romatz discussed the bowling league. Got 2 new teams. January games moved because of the Commodore’s Ball. P/C Rick Romatz thanked Commodore Randy and Linda Pagel on an outstanding year.

Announced Election Results Brian Kenzie – cash reserved

Frank Corcoran – board of director Tom Altolbelli – board of director

John Sweier – board of director Glen Nixon – rear commodore Tom Huntley - 1 year term board of director

Ballot Burning Motion made by R/C Bill Calihan, seconded by P/C Romatz. Motion Carried

Adjournment MOTION: Moved by P/C Vestal and seconded by P/C Bill Hendricks to adjourn the meeting. Motion Carried