Where's the Burgee? - Encinal Yacht Club

3 NOVEMBER 2012
FROM THE
To the EYC community:
PRESIDENT...
SOUNDINGS
Tony Shaffer .
As we wind down the year, I have to think about how much the board was able to accomplish
this year. Our accomplishments have included finishing many carryover projects;
like installing the new gangway to the docks, and finishing up the BCDC Pathway, a project
started in 1987. It does take an army to finish many of these projects. Members like
Rodney Pimentel, Niels Glaser, Mark Bernhard, Kevin Clark and many, many other
EYC volunteers help keep our club in good running condition. And always, on and off the
scene is Dan Hayes, making sure that every one of these projects is integrated into the
club smoothly.
The EYC Flag has done a great job and this year on the water has been very smooth and
seamless.
Financially, we have made gains this year. You may remember that the first quarter of
this year was very tight financially. There was concern that we could go cash negative;
but with Rene de Vos watching the spending, coupled with the cost cutting restructuring
that took place last year, we were able to stay cash flow positive. As the year progressed
we have been able to pull away from that cash strapped cliff. If we stay on the current
course, we are looking good for the first Quarter 2013. This should give our incoming
management team a good start on pursuing value added projects for the club next year.
It has been an honor sitting in the President’s seat for the club this year.
Sincerely,
Tony
P. S. I remember one of my first Soundings articles in 2007 where I highlighted the differences
of being Commodore and being President. I remember stating that Commodore is
the fun job. After serving in both positions……….I was right!!! I am going to have a glass
of wine and celebrate finishing my last Soundings Article, ever! See you on the water,
and at the Bar!
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