June 2022 Beacon

the pieces and have sent them out to be welded. We will reinstall the supports and get the awning up hopefully before the hot July sun arrives. 3) Setting up the new Point of Sale (POS) system has been anything but easy however, we think you will find the use of the new system to be VERY easy the next time you are completing your work hours behind the bar. Many hours of updating and testing went into ensuring a smooth transition. With the move to the new POS system, we also made an extra effort to maintain our existing membership card supplier. These cards have allowed us to use them as both a membership card as well as to purchase drinks. NCYC purchased the software necessary to make the cards compatible to the new system and transferred your existing balance from previous years to the 2022 card. Special thanks to Supplies Director Al Douglas and P/C Ian Blackburn for their tireless work to make this all happen prior to opening day. Many projects came together as planned and have added to the beauty of our island. 1) The Walkway project from the Boutique to D-Dock was completed on time and ready for opening day. Additional soil has been placed along the walkway and grass seed has been sown to blend it into the surrounding area. Thanks to many members that spend hours on this huge undertaking. 2) The dock extension at the corner of A-Dock and Battleship Row was a project left over from 2021 but, it has now been completed. Special thanks to Kevin Verkest for his many hours of fabricating and welding to accomplish what has turned out to be a great addition to the area. Next time you are at the club, take the time to walk out and admire the fine work that Kevin and his team have completed. 3) The kids play area has been updated with new mulch and an extra effort by our members even allowed the Mallard hen that was nesting under the slide to hatch her eggs without being disturbed. NCYC members are not only talented but, they are compassionate as well. 4) The flower beds have been prepped and planted and all the sprinklers are in working order 5) Repair work has been completed on the screens of the pavilion and new fans installed. 6) Inside the clubhouse you can check out the drywall that has been replaced in the hallway on the second floor. The First Mates have done a very nice job of