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Commodores Blog End January 2021

Published 16:08 on 31 Jan 2021

We venture into 2021 hopeful that we will see a return to normal before Summer arrives. These continue to be challenging times for all age groups so let us stay safe, continue to respect latest guidance and ride out the next few months with better times in sight.

By now you should have all had an invite to renewal your membership. The cut off for payment is end of January 2021. Payments options include Stripe online, BACS or Cheque. If you are stuck in any way, then just drop an e mail to clubcoordinator@slaughdensailingclub.co.uk

The Committee would like to thank all those members that have renewed their membership. It was really encouraging that renewals started coming through from early December 2020 which is always a good sign.

The Committee chose not to increase membership fees for 2021. Members are reminded that should they not renew in 2021 then in accordance with the Constitution their joining fee will expire and need to be repaid if they choose to join in a future year.

What has been happening in the background since appointment of the Committee.

The club have launched a Major project to review our position with regard our foreshore. Our 25-year foreshore lease from the Crown is coming up for renewal in the coming years so the Committee have decided to pull forward the renewal to justify future expense related to repair and maintenance. Robert Tindall our Vice Commodore is leading this project and making excellent progress in clarifying our position with the Crown and other official bodies.

A task force has been formed and several ideas discussed. The primary aim is to protect our foreshore (and creek) whilst clarifying our position to widen the slipway and consideration of a jetty / pontoon.

The club are still searching for a Membership Secretary. If you would like to be part of the Committee and fulfil this role then please refer to the Commodore or Committee member for further details.

Populating a programme of events requires a very fluid approach. The Committee have created a programme for 2021 with a series of race events and work parties. Please refer to the website for details and be aware that the programme will change in accordance with Government guidelines linked to COVID.

So, what can we look forward to in the first quarter 2020?