December 7, 2021

President, Rick Plite

Vice President, Chris Matteson

Treasurer, Kevin Sullivan

Secretary, Sheila Gilstrap

The Meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by President Rick Plite with 57 members present.

President Report:  Dues $10.00 per year, include Chili Luncheon and Fish Fry Dinner. Fishing Regulations are constantly changing so check FWC before you go fishing. The mini reef is installed on East Finger Dock about 3 docks from Channel. Ken Huizinga will be in charge of the January 29, 2022, Frank & Bean Dinner.  A sheet was passed out for volunteer sign ups.

New Fishing Shirts are being designed, long sleeve SPF 50.

The Club will host Coffee Hour, PB Hall, January 3, 2022.  Volunteers are needed to serve.

Coast Guard Boat Inspections will be January or February, sign ups sheet passed. Also Coast Guard Boating Safety Class sign ups for an upcoming class.

Paradisebay.info is where all our Club Information is available.

VP Report:  Chris Matteson reported membership sign ups, Frank & Bean Tickets are available. Jim Gath will be updating the Boat Assist List. Please let him know if your information needs updating.

Treasurer’s Report:  Read & Approved.  Fish Contest Awards were presented.

Secretary Minutes:  Read & Approved.

Dockmaster:  Scotty Yates reported over 80 on the Dock Wait List. There was discussion on floating dock availability. The Dock Billing was sent out early this season to get an idea Dock usage so empty docks can be assigned. Please get the new stickers for your vehicle, Boat trailer and boats. The Goal this year is to have every dock filled. Boat Trailers need to be functional as they are often moved in the storage area. When you pay your dock rental the office needs updated Boat & Trailer Registration.

FISH Festival is Feb 19 & 20 Volunteers needed; Jim Gath has information for sign up.

Egmont Boat Trip:  Contact Rick Plite for an upcoming trip.

Question & Answer period followed with great discussion.

Meeting adjourned 10:09 AM