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14 March 2019

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I have talked with Kevin Verkest and the Ancient Mariners project is well underway and should be ready In time for the work parties to install the new sign. Blessing of the Fleet was this past Sunday and we were represented and honored to have a contingent of 16 NCYC members join the ceremony. PC Brian McEvoy and I will be heading to the island this Saturday to start planning for the new walkway. Transportation is being provided by Biel Cruise Lines

Vice-Commodore’s Comments Vice Commodore, Bill Calihan It has been many years since I have taken advantage of attending “The Blessing of the Fleet” at the Mariners Church of Detroit. It was a great honor this past Sunday to accompany the Flag, Chaplin, fellow members and spouses to the beautiful mass and ceremony and to represent our great club. Afterwards we met at Sinbads for lunch, thanks to Commodore Ian and Lady Marie for hosting and making the arrangements. It seems as though time is moving faster as we get closer to April 13, the first Elite Brigadee. I also know that many of us will be getting out to the island, ahead of this date, to make plans for different projects that need to be done. I look forward to getting out to the island soon

Rear-Commodore’s Comments

Rear Commodore, Glenn Nixon For the first time I had the pleasure of participating in the Blessing of the Fleet at Mariner's Church on Sunday the 10th. The service was rich with tradition and history and made me proud to be a fellow Great Lakes mariner. The NCYC Flag was well represented along with several other members and spouse's. I want to thank Commodore Ian for buying lunch at Sinbad's following the service. I am looking forward to getting out to the club soon to help with the walkway and dock repairs. Time to put the finishing touches on preparing our boats and doing the hard work to ready the Clubhouse for a fun season!

Financial Report Treasurer, Brian Fringer Treasurer Brian Fringer distributed the financial report and commented that it was a slow month. Most of the income in February was from membership dues. Payment in March was made for the Commodores Ball. Brian is waiting for a response from Bultynck and Company regarding the 2018 tax returns.