Note: For members who did not attend the AGM it is important that they acquaint themselves with the changes to the club Rules & By-laws. This can be done in two ways. Firstly they can be found on the club’s website. Secondly a hard copy can be found on the notice board in the clubhouse. Please note that this copy is for reference and info but should not be removed from the club.
     Next on the agenda was the election of officers and management committee for the coming year. Nigel Knowles was unanimously elected as the club's new Commodore. An excellent choice! Nigel was my Vice Commodore and I cannot think of a better person to guide the club through the coming years.
     The Club's Flag Officers, Management and Social Committee members were then elected. Details of these appointments can be be found on the website. After George closed the AGM Diana Carpenter, Linda Wheeler, Joan Garrett, Linda Rowley, Janet Edwards and Joan Bray served a buffet supper together with mulled wine and mince pies.
     This was followed by the presentation of the annual sailing 'pots' overseen by the Sailing Secretary Richard Cannon. Graham Thompson seemed to have done particularly well this year winning just about everything. Catharine Bridger was awarded the 'most improved helm' trophy.
The evening ended with socialising in the bar. Pete's cappuccino machine worked overtime and the smell of both mulled wine and fresh coffee made the old place feel quite Christmassy. I must be getting soft in my old age!
     Mike (Over Easy) Baker