Recently the Float Chairman, Captain John Rosendale, under the direction
of Commodore Billings, made comprehensive measurements and inspection of
the Floats. John and his Committee completed this arduous time consuming
task. A fair and impartial analysis of the existing state of the floats
was done and presented to the Executive Committee in order for them to
bring the Marina into conformity of the Float Regulations. Those members
who find themselves outside the agreed upon regulations are being given an
opportunity to realign themselves. One of the obvious benefits of this
task is that no one will be paying for more than what they are using. This
Club owes a special thanks to John and his crew for what they have
accomplished.
Recently, we have seen the tragic result of a Marina fire near the GHYC.
With this tragedy in mind, a set of Guidelines have been drawn up thanks
to Captains Chuck Silvernail and Don Sherwood. Our goal is to minimize
damage should fire occur.
The work parties at the Club on October 15th and 16th were a success.
Thank you Mike Whitaker for chairing the work party and to each of you
that came out. The Skiperettes are also appreciated for their support and
for providing meals during the weekend.
One of the tasks of this Seasons' first Work Party was installing
twenty-two new outlets on A Float. It was revealed upon dissection that
there were several Electrical boxes with contents blackened inside to the
point of causing a serious fire. It is imperative that you check your
electrical connections for any sign of damage at both ends. Cords that are
handling 30 amps are particularly suseseptible and must be replaced
yearly. Other cords using half this voltage should probably be replaced
every three years or so. I am told that West Marine has the best deal on
Cords.
We will be in Montana visiting family at the end of October. We hope to
catch up and hear about the Halloween Cruise at New Members Night and Wine
Tasting on November 11th.
Well Shipmates this Column has turned out to be rather wordy so I want to
thank you for listening. Stay safe and warm and light a fire - in the
fireplace.
Don
