FEBRUARY 2019 BEACON

Commodore Ian and his Lady Marie launched the NCYC year in outstanding fashion! The Commodore’s Ball was an absolute delight. Everything from the décor, ceremony, food, entertainment and, of course, the opportunity to stay connected with fellow members, made the evening a great success. Congratulations to the 2018 Member of the Year winners Don and Rana Shepperson and Rex and Pattee Oliver. Their contribution to refreshing the appearance of our Grand Old Lady and the appreciation of the members for their dedication and hard work cannot be over stated. Congratulations also to the 2018 Spirit Award winners Fleet Captains Ken Lipowski and Julie DeLauter. The recognition is well deserved. The 2018 rendezvous were outstanding! Please watch for email messages from the Board regarding spring projects and OD and work schedules. These next weeks will pass quickly. The Club Secretary, Frank Corcoran will need everyone's help to put together the weekend work schedule which is always a challenge. Also, we need to prepare ourselves as early as possible for replacing the docks and walkway removed to accommodate the first 100' of seawall replacement. It is going to require many hands and a lot of heaving lifting to complete the project in time for opening weekend. In the meantime, winter seems to have finally arrived with frigid temperatures, ice jams in the St. Clair river, airport closures and the like. Please everyone stay safe and reach out to your "extended NCYC family" if you need any assistance.

R/C Glenn Nixon