May 4, 2017 — Board Minutes
The Ipswich Outboard Club Board of Directors held a regular meeting at The St. Lawrence Literary Society, Ipswich, Ma. Commodore Wright called the meeting to order at 7:50 pm. All IOC officers and directors were present except Donald Clapp.
The minutes from the previous meeting on March 7, 2017 were approved as submitted.
Secretary’s Report:
- A large discussion was held on the scholarship applicants. After a lengthy discussion, motion made to give $400 each to the four applicants, seconded, and accepted unanimously.
The secretary’s report was approved as submitted.
Treasurer’s Report:
- Checking account $36,474.98
- MMCH account 29,762.16
- TOTAL $66,237.14
The treasurer’s report was accepted as read.
Vice Commodore’s Report :
- Spot light for the shed will be replaced.
- A discussion was held on possible shed improvements.
The vice commodore’s report was accepted as read.
Old Business:
- The waiting list is published on the website.
- Photos are on the website.
- The cook out is in planning and going well. 6/3 is the date.
- Floats are in and all new decking and hardware installed.
New Business:
- A gift certificate will be given to Bob Lindquist for his website efforts.
- A neighbor requested access to their boat through the IOC ramp and floats. A large discussion was held on the number of neighbors using the IOC ramp w/o permission and not being actual members. Motion made to have Rick Tucker email the neighbor with a polite denial, seconded, and approved.
- Next board meeting will be on 6/3/17. Location at the IOC.
- Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 pm, seconded, and approved.
Attest: David Morin, Secretary
Joseph Wright, Commodore