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[PYC-News]PYC Commodore Update - April 2021
by Amy Pullin 23 Apr '21

23 Apr '21

[cid:648a1458-8720-4fe5-8a98-31a7cc97f0d0] Commodoreâs Update April 2021 Hello, The PYC Board is optimistic the club will be operating this summer. Members will be requested to follow set protocols and respect common courtesies. These will be shared next month before Commissioning. 2021 Club Commissioning and the Commodoreâs Regatta is tentatively scheduled for Saturday May 29th. Before then, our most immediate priority is finishing the construction of the South docks, refurbishing the middle dock and, as has been request by many, wrapping them both with decent dock edging. Volunteers have been working with the goal of a May 15th dock install date. Private boats can be brought to the club grounds on Monday, May 17th. We look forward to welcoming you back to the club. In the meantime, we hope everyone is readying their boat and checking the tide in preparation for the Commodore Regatta. Amy Gordon Pullin Commodore commodore(a)pettipaug.org<mailto:commodore@pettipaug.org> Please do not reply directly to this email, any questions should be directed to the Commodore email. Pertinent information and updates follow: Private Boats at Pettipaug Private boats can be brought to the club Monday, May 17th Please remember, boats may not be over 20â in length. If they are stored on site, it is with the intention of being used regularly. Each boat is required to have a sticker. If you need a sticker, please contact Vice Commodore, Mischa van Berkel at vicecommodore(a)pettipaug.org<mailto:vicecommodore@pettipaug.org>. Annual Membership Dues The annual membership renewal process has been completed. Special appreciation and thanks goes out to the membership for the generous donations. I look forward to reporting what they are used for. And thank you to our tireless Treasurer, Marian, who for many years has diligently and sometimes with required patience collected, deposited and recorded everyoneâs payments and pertinent info. We couldnât run the club without her. Moorings Members who keep a mooring in the field off the club known as the Meadows should be aware of a change in the Essex Harbor Management Commission private mooring policy. The Commission is requiring moorings be installed and removed professionally. Contact ehmc(a)essexct.gov<mailto:ehmc@essexct.gov> with any questions. Only moorings that are used seasonally may be stored over the winter at the club. If you have a mooring that will not be used this summer, please remove it from the grounds. Any questions, please contact Corey Manero at rearcommodore(a)pettipaug.org<mailto:rearcommodore@pettipaug.org>. Pettipaug Saling Academy (PSA) We are pleased to announce PSA registration is open and the junior sailing program is filling up. If you want your child or grandchild to sail this summer please enroll them now. All state and local COVID-19 regulations and guidelines will be followed. Specific policies and requirements will be shared as they are determined. This year there are three 2 week sessions. June 28-July 9 July 12-July 23 July 26-August 6 Morning classes, 8:30-12:00 Afternoon classes 12:30-4:00 More information and enrollment forms are on the Pettipaug web site<https://www.pettipaug.com/PYC-academyPage.html>. West Marine BlueFutureÂ® Fund Grant Awarded to PSA PSA was awarded a $2,000 grant from our friends and donor advisor(s) of the West Marine BlueFutureÂ® Fund. The fund provides grant support to nonprofit, community-based organizations that promote waterlife adventure, education and recreation for young people, to ensure that these future stewards of the water have a safe place to learn, play and build a better tomorrow. PSA is honored to be selected. The funds awarded will be put toward our effort to upgrade, repair and maintain PSA sailboats. Read more about the West Marine Blue Future Mission<https://www.westmarine.com/BlueFuture/Our-Story>.

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[PYC-News] PYC Commodore Update - February 2021
by Amy Pullin 25 Feb '21

25 Feb '21

[cid:0166beab-b94f-4a6d-ae20-c7e6d5ea8636] Commodoreâs Update February 2021 Hello, I am sure everyone is noticing the days are already getting longer. Spring is around the corner and Covid numbers are improving. The PYC Board is optimistic the club will be âoperating this summer âwith new guidelines in place. The health and safety of the membership, club exposure and maintenance of Covid protocols will be our highest priority. State and local COVID-19 regulations and guidelines will be observed. Members will be requested to follow set protocols and respect common courtesies. Knowing everything is fluid, we are taking this one step at a time. We will share specific policies and requirements for club usage and access as we get closer to a Commissioning. We look forward to welcoming you back to the club. In the meantime, we hope everyone is prepping for a great season on the water. Amy Gordon Pullin Commodore commodore(a)pettipaug.org<mailto:commodore@pettipaug.org> Please do not reply directly to this email, any questions should be directed to the Commodore email. Pertinent information and updates follow: Annual Membership Dues The easiest way ALL Pettipaug members can help in the off season is by paying your membership upon receipt of the bill. Annual membership bills were mailed a month ago. Please review your personal information, check your club interests and return the form with payment in the envelope provided ASAP. If you did not receive an invoice, please contact membership(a)pettipaug.org<mailto:membership@pettipaug.org>. Approximately half of the membership has paid. Quite a few members were in the position to include a donation to PYC and/or PSA. These donations are much appreciated and will be put to good use this summer. Essex Savings Bank Community Investment Program Voting closes this Sunday If you have a bank account at Essex Savings Bank, you are eligible to cast a vote for the Pettipaug Sailing Association (PSA) in their Community Investment Program. Each year Essex Savings Bank donates up to 10% of its after-tax net income to nonprofit organizations and community development. This year Pettipaug Sailing Academy (PSA), the junior sailing program, is on the ballot. Voters must be an Essex Savings Bank customer and can vote for up to three non-profits. Donation amounts to the nonprofits are based on customer support or votes. Last year 64 customers voted for PSA, resulting in a $1,052 donation to the Pettipaug Sailing Academy. Ballots are available at the drive up. You may have to ask. Or you can vote by logging into your Essex Savings Bank account online. Voting is only open the month of February so there are only a few days left. Please vote. PSA appreciates your support. Private Boats at Pettipaug Please hold off on bringing your private boats to the club until a date is announced. With the new South dock, overhaul of the middle dock and old South dock on site, space is at a commodity and there will be a lot of logistics and movement. We donât want to hinder dock progress or damage any private boats. Pettipaug Saling Academy (PSA) We are pleased to announce our intentions to run PSA, the junior sailing program, this summer. All state and local COVID-19 regulations and guidelines will be followed. Specific policies and requirements will be shared as they are determined. For planning purposes, three 2 week sessions will be available. June 28-July 9 July 12-July 23 July 26-August 6 Morning classes, 8:30-12:00 Afternoon classes 12:30-4:00 More information and enrollment forms will be on the Pettipaug web site<https://www.pettipaug.com/PYC-academyPage.html> shortly. An announcement will be sent when 2021 registration is open. Moorings Members who keep a mooring in the field off the club known as the Meadows should be aware of a change in the Essex Harbor Management Commission private mooring policy. The Commission is requiring moorings be installed and removed professionally. Contact ehmc(a)essexct.gov<mailto:ehmc@essexct.gov> with any questions. Only moorings that are used seasonally may be stored over the winter at the club. If you have a mooring that will not be used this summer, please remove it from the grounds. Any questions, please contact Corey Manero at rearcommodore(a)pettipaug.org. Docks Available The old South Docks will be available for the taking early this summer. Please spread the word. If you have any questions or interest, please contact Corey Manero at rearcommodore(a)pettipaug.org.

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[PYC-News] Please Vote - Pettipaug Sailing Academy at Essex Savings Bank
by Amy Pullin 06 Feb '21

06 Feb '21

[cid:e4805f7d-5a80-43ad-b0a1-01ff5879db0a] Friends of Pettipaug Sailing Academy, Please vote! Essex Savings Bank has launched their annual Community Investment Program<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fchesterlan…>: February 1 to February 28, 2021. Each year, Essex Savings Bank donates up to 10% of its after tax net income to several worthy non-profit organizations in the Lower CT River Valley region. Last year, 72 organizations participated in this program, including our non-profit Junior Sailing Program, Pettipaug Sailing Association (PSA). The amount received is directly proportional to the number of votes cast. Last year, PSA received 64 votes which resulted in a generous donation of $1,052 from Essex Savings Bank. How? Customers at Essex Savings Bank can vote for their favorite non-profit organization. Each customer receives three votes. Votes can be completed via a paper ballot, available at any of their six branches, or they can be cast online by logging into your account. Visit Essex Savings Bank<https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fchesterlan…> for more information. If you have an account, please VOTE for Pettipaug Sailing Association! If you have friends or family who are customers, please mention PSA as a worthy vote. And, of course if you don't have an account at Essex Savings Bank, you could always open one. Essex Savings Bank is a great local bank. Thank you for supporting PSA!

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[PYC-News] PYC 2020 Annual Meeting and Commodore Update
by Amy Pullin 19 Nov '20

19 Nov '20

[cid:08b724ab-8fa4-49ee-a1d2-68baedee8e07] Commodoreâs Update November 2020 Hello, Hope everyone is hanging in there and was able to enjoy the beautiful fall weather. We will be hosting the 2020 PYC Annual Meeting this Saturday. Details are below. Amy 2020 Annual Meeting The 2020 PYC Annual Meeting will be Saturday, November 21st at 7pm via Zoom. Topic: 2020 PYC Annual Meeting Time: Nov 21, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5197494905?pwd=M09TaU9HVG40dFloMGxBM0tEMzJxUT09 Meeting ID: 519 749 4905 Passcode: 0WnCFr +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) Meeting ID: 519 749 4905 Passcode: 471311 The Annual Meeting Agenda is attached. Bombaci Proposal The Essex Harbor Management Commission reviewed the âBombaci Improvement Projectâ at their regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, October 22nd, 2020 at 7:00 pm. Minutes and a recording of the meeting can be found at https://www.essexct.gov/harbor-management-commission. The Bombaci Family, LLC proposed to construct an elevated platform and to expand the existing dock to support a marine construction business and shad fishing at their Essex property on the corner of Great Meadows Road located on the Connecticut River. The elevated platform would measure approximately 31â x 78â (2,154 SF) with a deck elevation of 7.0â MLW. The expansion would involve replacing the existing floating dock with a 10â x 60â main floating dock and two (2) 4â x 18â floating finger docks at the end to form a T-head (all restrained by anchor piles), and installation of four (4) dolphin tie-off piles. In addition, the applicant was seeking to authorize and maintain the existing boulder/cobble shoreline. Numerous participants in the audience expressed concerns about interference with the sailing academy, small boat sailing, rowing and safety, as well as the fact the piece of property is zoned residential. A MOTION was made by Joe Zaraschi to deny the subject application due to the fact the commercial activity of the Bombaci Improvement Project proposal is inconsistent with the Harbor Management Plan. SECONDED by John Senning; Voting in Favor: Joe Zaraschi, Terry Stewart, John Senning, Earl Fowler; Opposed: None; Abstaining: None; Approved: 4/0/0. End of Season Removal of Boats and Personal Property Please remove your boats, kayaks, boards and any personal property from the Pettipaug grounds by Sunday, November 22nd. Items left after 90 days will be subject to removal and disposal. 2021 Annual Membership Renewal At the October Board meeting the 2021 Membership Renewal fee was reviewed. The Board voted the 2021 Annual Renewal Fee will remain the same at $95, while the Capital Reserve Fee will increase ten dollars to $40. (As a reminder, a Capital Reserve Fund was established in 2016 to systematically accumulate monies to be used solely for capital improvements, major repairs, replacements and emergencies.) The total 2021 membership bill for Pettipaug Yacht Club will be $135. PSA Looking for Old Sails PSA is looking for the donation of old sails. If you have any, we would be happy to pick them up. Please email commodore(a)pettipaug.org for a pick-up. Thank you. Please do not reply directly to this email, any questions should be directed to commodore(a)pettipaug.org.

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[PYC-News] 2020 PYC Annual Meeting and Dock Update
by Amy Pullin 12 Nov '20

12 Nov '20

[cid:b69e3255-c2b0-4e07-a298-7ec1441fb8bc] Fellow Pettipaug Members, Two quick announcements: 1. The 2020 PYC Annual Meeting will be Saturday, November 14th at 7pm via Zoom. Topic: 2020 PYC Annual Meeting Time: Nov 21, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5197494905?pwd=M09TaU9HVG40dFloMGxBM0tEMzJxUT09 Meeting ID: 519 749 4905 Passcode: 0WnCFr One tap mobile +13126266799,,5197494905#,,,,,,0#,,471311# US (Chicago) +16465588656,,5197494905#,,,,,,0#,,471311# US (New York) 2. The last day the middle dock will be in the water is this Saturday, November 14th. A Commodore Update will be forthcoming. Best, Amy

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[PYC-News] Reminder - EHMC Meeting, 10/22/20, 7 pm
by Amy Pullin 21 Oct '20

21 Oct '20

[cid:373a596c-245b-4e31-9105-c8f4d0a36b1f] Fellow Pettipaug members, The Board of Directors and numerous club members have been reviewing the proposal coming before the Essex Harbor Commission (EHMC) tomorrow night. We have concerns about the appropriateness and viability of the proposed commercial enterprise in this location and plan to have representatives prepared to speak during the "public comment" section of the meeting. The Essex Harbor Commission Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow night, October 22, 2020 at 7pm. Information pertaining to the proposal can be found at the Essex Harbor Commission Website<http://www.essexct.gov/harbor-management-commission>. This meeting is open to the public in person or Via Zoom<https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81986499925?pwd=YXdNT094endzT2kzMGV6MlUrbCs2QT09> (Meeting ID: 819 8649 9925, Passcode: 577371) Your Pettipaug Yacht Club Board of Directors ________________________________ From: Amy Pullin Sent: Sunday, October 11, 2020 8:26 AM To: members(a)lists.pettipaug.org<mailto:members@lists.pettipaug.org> <members(a)lists.pettipaug.org<mailto:members@lists.pettipaug.org>> Subject: Info. from Pettipaug Board of Directors [cid:08073035-4ec3-4288-9864-58a2947e1b35] Dear fellow Pettipaug members, As members of Pettipaug Yacht Club you have an interest in the club, the grounds and neighborâs activity in the area. As such, we wanted to provide you with the following information on land use that may affect PYC, access to the property, our ability to safely operate PSA; as well as our ability to sail, race kayak, and paddleboard in the shallow stretch of water in front of the club. The following is a proposal presented at the Essex Harbor Management Commission (EHMC) meeting of 9/24/20: The basic proposal to support a marine construction business and shad fishing is: "Bombaci Family, LLC proposes to construct an elevated platform and expand an existing dock to support a marine construction business and shad fishing at their Essex property on the Connecticut River. The elevated platform will measure approximately 31' x 78' (2,154 SF) with a DEEP-LWRD-APP-001T Page 2 of 3 Rev. 10/01/19 deck elevation of 7.0' MLW. The dock expansion will involve replacing the existing floating dock with a 10' x 60' main floating dock and two (2) 4' x 18' floating finger docks at the end to form a T-head (all restrained by anchor piles), and installation of four (4) dolphin tie-off piles. In addition, the applicant seeks to authorize and maintain the existing boulder/cobble shoreline." The proposed elevated platform and dock would be located after the bend in the road (on the left) going to PYC. A parking area is proposed for the opposite side of the road. The Bombaci proposal was tabled until the next regular Essex Harbor Commission Meeting scheduled for October 22, 2020 at 7pm. The meeting will be available through a link on Zoom<https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81986499925?pwd=YXdNT094endzT2kzMGV6MlUrbCs2QT09> (Meeting ID: 819 8649 9925, Passcode: 577371). It will also be held in person at the Essex Town Hall - Room A so attendees can better see and discuss drawings, plan and maps. This is the EHMC Agenda for October 22, 2020<https://www.essexct.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif3116/f/agendas/harbor_commissio…>. We will continue to monitor the direct affects to the club. Your Pettipaug Yacht Club Board of Directors

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[PYC-News] Info. from Pettipaug Board of Directors
by Amy Pullin 11 Oct '20

11 Oct '20

[cid:cba4b885-06f9-42d0-8627-be57dc78aa90] Dear fellow Pettipaug members, As members of Pettipaug Yacht Club you have an interest in the club, the grounds and neighborâs activity in the area. As such, we wanted to provide you with the following information on land use that may affect PYC, access to the property, our ability to safely operate PSA; as well as our ability to sail, race kayak, and paddleboard in the shallow stretch of water in front of the club. The following is a proposal presented at the Essex Harbor Management Commission (EHMC) meeting of 9/24/20: The basic proposal to support a marine construction business and shad fishing is: "Bombaci Family, LLC proposes to construct an elevated platform and expand an existing dock to support a marine construction business and shad fishing at their Essex property on the Connecticut River. The elevated platform will measure approximately 31' x 78' (2,154 SF) with a DEEP-LWRD-APP-001T Page 2 of 3 Rev. 10/01/19 deck elevation of 7.0' MLW. The dock expansion will involve replacing the existing floating dock with a 10' x 60' main floating dock and two (2) 4' x 18' floating finger docks at the end to form a T-head (all restrained by anchor piles), and installation of four (4) dolphin tie-off piles. In addition, the applicant seeks to authorize and maintain the existing boulder/cobble shoreline." The proposed elevated platform and dock would be located after the bend in the road (on the left) going to PYC. A parking area is proposed for the opposite side of the road. The Bombaci proposal was tabled until the next regular Essex Harbor Commission Meeting scheduled for October 22, 2020 at 7pm. The meeting will be available through a link on Zoom<https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81986499925?pwd=YXdNT094endzT2kzMGV6MlUrbCs2QT09> (Meeting ID: 819 8649 9925, Passcode: 577371). It will also be held in person at the Essex Town Hall - Room A so attendees can better see and discuss drawings, plan and maps. This is the EHMC Agenda for October 22, 2020<https://www.essexct.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif3116/f/agendas/harbor_commissio…>. We will continue to monitor the direct affects to the club. Your Pettipaug Yacht Club Board of Directors

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[PYC-News] CT River - DEEP Water Advisory - Sewage Spill
by Amy Pullin 08 Aug '20

08 Aug '20

Sorry to get this out so late - lack of power and wifi. Be advised there was a large sewage spill into the CT River in Massachusetts on the 5th. DEEP has published an advisory to stay out of the river for 48 hours. DEEPâs advisory is currently for north of Middletown. Being that PYC is South of Middletown, it would be prudent to add a day or two to that advisory - better to play it safe. . Please take this advisory into account in your summer adventures for the next couple days. https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/connecticut-river-affected-by-sew…

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[PYC-News] Tropical Storm Warning and August Commodore's Update
by Amy Pullin 03 Aug '20

03 Aug '20

[cid:9645eeb2-71c3-4a7f-b691-03168ac2322f] Commodoreâs Update August 2020 Tropical Storm Warning for Southern New England A Tropical Storm warning is in effect for Southern New England. Storm Isaias is expected to hit coastal Connecticut tomorrow (Tuesday) afternoon and night. Based on current tracking, isolated gusts of up to 70 mph are predicted for our area along with an initial storm surge of 1-3â. Storm surge could increase on the CT River later in the week if VT and NH get slammed with rain. If predictions are accurate, a 1-3 foot surge at high tide will likely flood the road and low spots where boats are stored. 50-70 mph winds can cause an unsecure boat to take flight. Please secure or remove your boat, trailer and personal property from the club. If your vessel remains on club grounds be sure it is tied down. Consider un-stepping your mast. Members are liable for damages caused by their property to club or member-owned property. A storm Preparation Checklist can be found on page 44 of the yearbook. Usage & Access Guidelines for PYC Club Property<https://www.pettipaug.com/PDFs/PYC20%20Covid-19%20Guidelines-v1.pdf> The club guidelines still need to be followed. Many members are, but some are not. Please, in good Corinthian Spirit, follow the rules and be respectful of fellow club members. These guidelines are based on CT state law and what the BOG deems is in the best interest of the Club. Please be aware It was brought to our attention a couple of boats moored in the Meadows (the moorings off the club) have been boarded while the owners were away, resulting in boat damage and party garbage left on the boats. If you see something that doesn't seem right, please consider calling the police who can do a drive by and investigate. Please be careful when moving trailers through the yard. Go slow, look for obstacles, donât cut corners. Club Update A number of members have pitched in to help maintain the club and start on some improvement projects. Thank you - Doreen Joslow, Sandy Sanstrom, Jim Carey, Art Robbins, Bob Muggleston and Mischa Van Berkel for mowing and weedwhacking the grounds. A small crew of volunteers has started work on the club ramp railing and north lockers. The plan is to freshen these two areas with a good sanding and coat of stain. Once these two areas are complete, we will be looking for more volunteer help as we move on to the south lockers. Thank you - Kathryn Ryan, Priscilla Robinson, Vic Hoehnebart, John Becker, Mary Risseeuw, Belle Becker, Doreen Joslow, Dave Wemmet, Dave Courant, Lisa Fasulo and The Dahl Family. PSA Looking for Old Sails PSA is looking for the donation of old sails. If you have any, we would be happy to pick them up. Please email commodore(a)pettipaug.org for a pick up. Thank you. Stay safe and heathy, Amy Gordon Pullin Commodore Please do not reply directly to this email, any questions should be directed to commodore(a)pettipaug.org.

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[PYC-News] Pettipaug - North Lockers
by Amy Pullin 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

Members, We are starting a facelift project on the North Lockers and need your help. If one of these locked lockers is yours, please come to the club, clean out the locker and remove the lock. Upper Locker #5, #6, #7 Lower Locker #3, #7 Thank you, Amy [cid:4F1E7834BFA95D4AB4CE4943BEEAEC53@sct-15-20-3174-8-msonline-outlook-e6bda.templateTenant][cid:1E8C3AE64053674B9ED7D2903547F713@sct-15-20-3174-8-msonline-outlook-e6bda.templateTenant][cid:5B667DBFA0418C47A225525FABB288EB@sct-15-20-3174-8-msonline-outlook-e6bda.templateTenant]

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