July 13th, 2005

The meeting was called to order at 6:45pm.

Officers and directors present: Bob Zange, Bob Jacobsen, Pete Manika, George Steigerwald, Bob Welther, Ellen Fiedler, George Najarian, Jan Zange

Minutes: Printed copies were handed out. Reading of the minutes from last meeting was waived. Minutes were approved as printed.

Treasurer’s report: Printed copies of the Treasurer's Report from March through June were handed out. The report was approved as printed.

Old Business:

Trip to Michigan Maritime Museum:

The weather did not cooperate, so the trip to South Haven was canceled.

Summer events:

Weekend of July 23-Rendezvous in nearby harbor.

If weather cooperates, a group of HBC members will meet up in Michigan City, Indiana, or in Hammond Marina on this weekend. No formal plans or reservations will be made. Simply contact Bob Jacobsen or Pete Manika or Bob Zange to find out where they're headed and let them know to expect you and your boat in their chosen destination for that weekend.

Friday, August 26 - NO RAIN DATE IS SET

We will hold our Founder’s Cup Race and a dock party in Montrose Harbor. Race fee is $10.00 for members. Non-members entry is $25.00 and provides membership in HBC for the remainder of 2005. Rules meeting at 8:30am. Racers learn the course and pay the fee at that time. There will be three categories of boats: under 25 feet, 25-30 feet, and 30 and over. All participants must wear a PFD. Bob Jacobsen will put together the rule sheet. Bob Z will talk to harbormaster about mooring arrangements for visiting sailors. Following the race we'll gather at the "O" dock for food and fun. The club will provide the food and drinks purchased by the following board members: Bob W-hot dogs, brats, and rolls; Jake-Pop; Pete M-Beer (checking on supply of condiments); Bob Z-utensils, plates, napkins, salads, snacks. Everyone will be asked to bring a dessert to share. We may have entertainment provided by the guitar playing of George S.

Roster:

Some rosters have been mailed and the rest are going out this week. Corrections to the new roster: Email address for Pete Manika is new. It is now: pmanika@sbcglobal.net Email address for Michael Caufield should read: tlcaufield@sbcglobal.net Please notify Jan Zange of any mistakes by phone 773-685-7774 or by email: janspicz@comcast.net

New Business:

Ellen shared the sad news of the passing of Len Mitchell. He had organized the Sheridan Shores Singers; they performed at our 2004 Festival in Waukegan. Their group is looking to align with an established club such as our Heritage Boat Club. There are no objections from any board member if this can be beneficial to the singing group. Ellen will contact Laura Kurz from the CCYC to inquire about using the yacht club for rehearsal space.

In memory of Aldis Darre; Laura Kurz contacted the Heritage Boat Club about holding a commemorative sail in early August in honor of her father who died last year. Laura to follow up on contacting members with details.

Items of interest to the club and its members:

Ellen F encourages members of HBC to visit South Haven and take a sail on Friends Good Will. They sail three times a day, Wednesday through Sunday. See her for brochures on this ship.

Meeting was adjourned at 7:40pm.