APril · MAy 2011 - Calgary Winter Club

P r e s i d e n t ’ s M e s s a g e
M i c h a e l B oy l e | 4 0 3 . 2 8 9 . 5 5 1 1 | c a lga ry w i n t e r c l u b.c o m
As I write this message, we may be getting our first taste of
spring. It has been a long, cold winter for our city and the
Club offers a welcome diversion to take our minds off of the
weather. Spring registration is in full swing with excellent
member response anticipated in all program areas. If you
have not yet signed up, check online to see if programs are
still available.
After what seemed like an eternity, our expansion is finally
underway. On February 14 th , we had our official sodturning
ceremony. The event was well attended by members,
construction partners, local politicians and our neighbours
from the Calgary Police Service. The theme of our past,
present and future makes me feel that we are on the road to
a successful expansion that will benefit our Club for years to
come.
You will certainly have noticed the early signs of change
around the facility. I would like to acknowledge all of the
Curlers who ended the season early so that we could start
with the initial stages of construction in the curling rink.
The fences around the east perimeter and the construction
trailer are two signs that work has started. As promised, we
intend to keep you fully updated with the expansion and how
it will affect different program areas.
I am grateful to Paul Pasutto, Garry Lamb and all of the
Construction Committee who have completed the initial
tender package for our expansion. I am pleased to report that
it was delivered on budget. We look forward to working
hard with all of our construction partners to achieve good
results on future tender packages.
Finance Chair Dan Halyk reported at the last Board meeting
that the Club is on solid financial footing. With the
expansion, there are some capital budget items that will be
fast-tracked to avoid work overlap and achieve savings.
Our management and the Finance committee have identified
these areas and are keeping a watchful eye on the Club’s
finances.
Inside this issue..
2 Memorable Moments
3 President’s Message
4 Club Notices
5 Food & Beverage
6 Summer Camps & Programs
9 Preschool & Childcare
10 Skating
11 Expansion Update
11 Spring Fling
15 Badminton
16 Curling
17 P.A.R.T.Y.
Your Board has been in discussions with management with
an eye to accelerating Phase Two and Three of the expansion.
This involves the food and beverage and banquet areas of the
Club. Preliminary discussions of a revised plan with
substantial cost savings and an earlier completion date are
underway. Stay tuned for future updates.
Our food and beverage survey was completed and the results
have been posted on the website. Thanks to all who
participated. As a result of this survey, we will be forming a
Food and Beverage sub-committee to assist with
improving the dining experience in all areas of the Club.
There will be Board and Management representation;
however, we would like to have four or five members
participate with this committee. Experience in the area would
be great, but is not necessary. Please watch for details in Club
Connections or contact our CEO, Kevin Boyles, if you
would like to participate.
As I mentioned in my last message, our Heritage Committee
has been formed with Deborah Eastwood as the
Chairperson. It is her goal to help preserve the history of the
Club for future generations. Please contact Deborah or
the club office if you would like to assist in this task.
I would like to say that if you haven’t attended a Volunteer
Appreciation Night at the Club, and you are a volunteer,
you owe it to yourself to come next year. On February 23 rd ,
we had over 200 members in attendance. It is a great
chance to meet fellow volunteers and sample some of the
culinary delights prepared by Chef Nancy and her team.
The Club lost a great volunteer this week with the passing of
longtime member Murray Copot. Murray personified
being a volunteer. We can all learn a lot from his lifetime of
giving. Someone mentioned to me that he was like a
grandfather to the Club. People like him make the Calgary
Winter Club a better place. Let’s follow his example.
See you at the Club!
Mike
18 Aquatics
22 Fitness Profile
25 Tennis
26 Fitness
28 Squash
35 Bowling
36 55 Plus Section
38 Membership
39 Members Directory
41 April 2011 Calendar
42 May 2011 Calendar
43 Father/Daughter Ball
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