Senior Vice-Commodore's Report Highlights and In Memoriam Tributes
The Senior Vice-Commodore's report for September 28, 2023, includes member recognitions, in memoriam tributes for cherished individuals like Sandra Dockman, Elizabeth MacIntyre, Gwen Oakden, Robert Campbell, Gus Gillespie, and Ken Hymas. The report also mentions changes to By-Laws and Policies, minimal disciplinary actions, readiness of the 2024 Employee Handbook, and the upcoming review of the marketing strategy.
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Senior Vice-Commodores Report September 28, 2023
Member Recognition Life Members Past Commodores 50 Years Members 25 Years Members New Members
In Memoriam: Sandra Dockman August 5, 1948 - March 1, 2023 Senior Member Sandra was the surviving spouse of Lenny Alksnis; they owned a CS 30 (Trimpus).
In Memoriam: Elizabeth MacIntyre - May 2023 Senior Life Member Liz will be remembered as the knitting lady on the Sarah Ashbridge, where she could be found serving as a dedicated member of the race committee. She excelled at keeping her husband, Don MacIntyre (ABYC Past Commodore), on track as he performed the duties of principal race officer.
In Memoriam: Gwen Oakden April 11, 1918 - June 6, 2023 Senior Life Member Predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Gordon, Gwen was a member of ABYC for over 40 years and enjoyed sailing aboard "Mon Amie".
In Memoriam: Robert Campbell September 19, 1937 - June 20, 2023 Senior Life Member Bob was an avid sailor, a member who rebuilt a 38-foot, 1968 Hughes sailboat in his backyard. He would spend almost every sunny summer day (and some not-so-sunny days) on Lake Ontario. Even when it looked like rain he would grin and say, Don t worry, it ll blow right over.
In Memoriam: Gus Gillespie March 28, 1940 - June 22, 2023 Senior Member Gus was an avid sailor and racer who enjoyed almost fifty years as a member of ABYC. A dedicated volunteer, he held many positions within the club over the years.
In Memoriam: Ken Hymas December 28, 1930 July 12, 2023 Senior Life Member Past Commodore Ken Hymas was predeceased by his wife Patricia.
Highlights Multiple changes to By-Laws and Policies took place in 2023, including motions at this Annual Meeting: more to come in 2024. Members are generally well behaved: minimal disciplinary action has been required. 2024 Employee Handbook is ready. 2024 Marketing strategy will need to be reviewed with all departments.
Bylaws & Policies Committee Committee Chair: Ormonde Benson Ongoing review to our By-Law and Policies documents to meet ONCA requirements: Next By-Law and / or Policies changes requiring members approval will take place at the the January 24 Special Meeting (aka Budget Meeting).
Policy Changes (Motions) Motion to approve changes to Policy 6.13 c) to prohibit all commercial activities, not only within club premises, as circulated. Motion to update the Harbour Management Policies 6.05, 6.11and 6.12 regarding mid-season allocations, as circulated.
Discipline A Disciplinary Hearing was held in July 2023 in a matter involving two Senior members: No appeal was filed with the Board; The incident is closed. A Disciplinary Hearing was scheduled in August 2023 in a matter involving a Senior member use of personal vessel for commercial activity: The hearing was put on hold while alternate resolution and outcome were sought; The matter is closed.
HR Advisory Committee Committee Chair: Anne O Sullivan Reid 2024 Employee Handbook final draft approved by SRVC. On-Going: Supporting managerial staff & leaders in decision making Supporting the Board in Staff Policies and decision making Consulting on Staff related behavioral / inter-personal issues
Marketing & Communication Committee Chair: Kyle Couch On-Going: Review of our direct to member communications Review with other departments and programs of our digital and print marketing strategy Planning of our website redesign jointly with the Technology Committee Property Signage Updates
Mandatory Work Hours Job Jar Manager: Alison Booz 35 hours required for 2023. Log in your hours early! Ongoing issue about security warning, but the website is safe! Contact jobjar@abyc.ca if you are having trouble login in the site.
Unfinished Business A motion to remove the office of Club Chaplain was tabled at the January 31, 2023 Special Meeting and sent to Committee for review. The Committee recommended at the Spring townhall that the position be discontinued. The office of Club Chaplain was a tradition only which does not appear in our By-Laws or Policies (no changes required): the position been discontinued.
Out-Going SRVC Notes It has been my privilege to fulfill this role for two consecutive terms: to all the Board members and committee chairs I have worked with I want to thank you profusely for your hard work and support. Our volunteer culture is strong and the leadership from my fellow Board members has been stellar in tumultuous times early on in my role. I must personally thank Commodore Paul Brennan for his guidance and steady helming. Thank you to our staff Neil McKechnie, Roxanne Morey and Michelle Wilson for keeping this ship afloat! Time for me to take a breather, but I will be there to support my successor, and rest assured: I will be back!
