Commodore Report December 2022
Commodores Report December 2022
December always sneaks up on us. As we wind down 2022, we all can reflect on the good times we've shared together at the AYC.
Recently it has come to our attention that the Federal designation of our waterway could allow for the opening of the Menasha lock through litigation. Friends of the Fox has approved seed money to add to the litigation. The AYC board will be voting on seed money to contribute to the cause at the December 8th board meeting starting at 6 pm. We encourage members to attend this meeting. We have selected a qualified attorney to move forward if the board approves the money.
The AYC has chosen Harbor House as our December charity. Sheryl Bruemmer has been in contact with the HH coordinator and their needs include more clothing items. Sheryl will publish a list. We will also collect Toys for Tots. Whatever you are able to contribute will make a huge difference in the lives of many in need this holiday season.
December is also a month to celebrate with our friends. The Fleet committee has some fun events on the calendar! Hopefully you can join us!
12/3-Disco Night 6pm
12/10-Children's Afternoon with Santa 1-4
12/10-White Elephant 6pm
12/13-Cornhole on the Deck outside 6pm
12/31-New Year's Eve happy hour 4-8pm with horsdorves
I am preparing our annual report to present to the city of Appleton. We can all be proud of the many contributions made to our community that will be included in the report. This club is made up of such kind and generous people. I am extremely honored that I was able to serve as your commodore in 2022.
Wishing all of you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year.
Sincerely,
Diane Kuether
OFFICERS
COMMODORE
Diane Kuether
VICE COMMODORE
Bryan Mick
SECRETARY
Chris Schubbe
TREASURER
Brandon Martinek
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mark Zelinski
Dustin Mack
Scott Rudebeck
Kyle Sargent
Kevin Lillge
Mike Kersten
APPOINMENTS
FLEET CAPTAIN
Patty Klien
LT. FLEET CAPTAIN
Jen Purdy
SERGEANT AT ARMS
Ray Galioto
MEMBERSHIP
Bryan Mick
LESSOR OF DOCKS
Mark Zelinski
LOCKS COMMITTEE
Kyle Sargent
HISTORIAN
Tim Potter
HOUSE COMMITTEE CHAIR
Scott Rudebeck
SLIP AND DOCK
Kyle Sargent
FIRST MATES CHAIR
Sheryl Bruemmer
SAFETY COMMITTEE CHAIR
Kyle Sargent
BY-LAWsw Review
Mark Zelinski
FINANCIAL STEERING
Mark Zelinski
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CLUB STEWARD
Andy Potter
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BOARD OF DIRECTOR MEETING
6:30 p.m.
Second Thursday
of the Month
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
8:00 p.m.
Second Thursday
of the Month
All members are
welcome to attend
Upcoming Events
Packer Potlucks During Every Sunday Afternoon Game
December 3-
Disco Night
December 10-
Kid's Christmas in Afternoon
White Elephant 6pm
December 13-
Winter Cornhole
December 18-
Super Sunday 6pm
Live Music-
5th, 15th, 21st, and 28th of December
Super Sunday-
6pm Final Sunday of Each Month
Board Meetings- 6:30 Second Thursday of Each Month
Dockside Shop:
New items are on the way! Stay tuned! (any requests contact Ashleigh)
Appleton Yacht Club – Board of Directors
Minutes
November 10, 2022
Opening Business
Commodore Kuether called the Nov. 10, 2022 meeting of the AYC Board of Director to order at 6:32pm. Present – Kuether, Frawley, Mick, Martinek, Rudebeck, Lillge, Mack, Zelinski, Sargent, Klein, Purdy, Bruemmer. Excused – Schubbe. Absent – Kersten.
Mick moved to adopt the agenda; second by Lillge; motioned carried.
Mick moved to adopt previous month’s Board Minutes; second by Lillge; motion carried.
Officer’s Reports
Treasurer’s Report - Martinek - Revenue up 17% from 2021. Net income down $3,176 due to price of goods. No plan to make an additional payment on the mortgage, as we did last year, to insure cash flexibility for anticipated 2023 expenses. A clerical error accounts for the Gift Cards current liabilities balance. It is not $22,514.16.
Sargent moved to approve the report; second by Rudebeck; motion carried.
Membership Report – Mick – 107 yachting members, 350 social members, and approximately 50 people on waiting list for social memberships. A nominating committee will form to generate candidates for new Board Members.
Martinek moved to approve the report; second by Sargent; motion carried.
Fleet Report – Klein – Halloween party was a success; Fleet was able to pay for the DJ and made $170 in revenue. Disco Party on Dec. 3. Kid’s Christmas party Dec. 10 1:00-4:00. White Elephant Christmas party evening of Dec. 10. Plans for New Year’s Eve party and the Commodore’s Ball on Jan. 21 are in the works.
Martinek moved to approve the report; second by Sargent; motion carried.
Committee Reports
House & Property – Rudebeck – Provided an estimate of $100,000 for a new walk-in freezer. This price would include the necessary addition to the east side of the club. The freezer would be a major upgrade and replace the smaller units currently in use. Preliminary budget estimates for the House as well as Slips and Docks for 2023 under consideration.
First Mates Report – Bruemmer – Food drive for food pantries, cans and boxed foods needed. In December the Club will focus on new toys and games. Will also be collecting hats, mittens, and adult clothing, specifically pajamas, for Harbor House. People can bring these items to AYC and Fleet events.
Lessor’s Report – Zelinski – New rules and rental agreement are posted in the club. City of Appleton annual meeting is in December and AYC is preparing to be on the agenda.
Slips & Docks – Sargent – Boats lifted at the last work party. Appleton Boats was present and winterized 6-7 boats after the event. Plan for a similar work party to drop boats in the water come April.
Audit/Finance – Martinek – New accounting software bought, but not yet set up. The goal is for the system to be operational by Jan. 1, 2023.
Safety/Measure – Mick – Need to remove buoy lights. Plan for a boating safety course in the spring as well as a vessel safety check date.
Locks and Harbor – Sargent – No report.
Zelinski moved to adjourn the meeting; second by Mick; motion carried.
General Membership meeting brought to order; no new business. Zelinski moved to adjourn the meeting; second by Mick; motion carried.
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