Cindy Quade ~ Commodore

Bill Koza ~ Vice Commodore

Tim Gallagher ~ Treasurer

Pete Clukey ~ Vice Treasurer

Paul Ricci ~ Secretary

Cindy Quade~ Director at Large

Pete Clukey, Director at Large

Joe Wilson, A-Dock Director

Dan Ciampino, B-Dock Director

Dave Swyer, C-Dock Director

Frank Mayer, CE–Dock Director

Paul Ricci, D-Dock Director

Bob Carpenter, E-Dock Director

Bill Freyer, F-Dock Director

Mike Chrys, Strategic Financial

Advisor

Special Thanks to Doug Falusi

for his service as

Past E-Dock Director

The days are once again getting longer and the thaw-

ing of snow and ice are upon us. Hence the excitement

begins as we look forward to another year of boating,

socializing and enjoying all that beautiful Lake

George has to offer. If you’re like me, you measure

seasons by the launching and hauling out of your

boat!

I would like to take this time to introduce myself for those who do not know me…

My name is Cindy Quade and I am proud to take on the reins as your Commodore of

Harris Bay Yacht Club. Following in the footsteps of Commodore Bill Freyer will not

be an easy task, but I am up for the challenge and I am grateful to work alongside such

a great board of dedicated members who work hard for the benefit of the clubs busi-

ness and best interest. As a lifelong boater, I never imagined that my passion for

boating would take me to the position that has been bestowed upon me as your

Commodore; and for that I am humbly honored.

I have been a boater at HBYC since 1994 when I bought my first boat on my own.

I had my name on ‘the list’ to purchase a dock and after 10 years Dan Behan called me

to tell me my name had finally risen to the top of the list… my first thought was

‘Wow, there really is a list!’… Of course, I immediately jumped on the opportunity

purchasing a dock over on F and have been proud to call myself an owner ever since.

I have been serving on the board as Director at Large for the past 6 years and also

served as Treasurer for the past 5 years. It was as Treasurer that I learned more about

the Clubs operations and became increasingly involved with the operations each year.

As with any board I have served on, my original intention was to get involved and

to hopefully be able to contribute. With this board, it was immediately obvious that I

was among an extremely knowledgeable and dedicated group of members and I have

learned so much working with them. This was more than just an opportunity get in-

volved, it’s a great opportunity to make a difference and as Commodore I hope to be

able to do that. To make a difference and improve upon what has been started. With

this boards dedication and passion, I know we can do just that.

We all have the same vested interest – to make the club prosperous, to help it grow

and to maintain and improve our services to the members while sustaining costs. Not

always an easy task!

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April 29th ~ 5:30 PM

Annual Dinner Meeting

Clifton Park Prime

The 2nd Tuesday

of Each Month*

Board Meetings ~ 5:30 PM Clifton Park Prime

Club Resumes Business Hours March 27th

First Week of Haul Out Begins

April 10th ~ Weather Permitting

Don’t forget…

No Cash ~ No Splash

Please bring all accounts current

no later than March 31st to

maintain your launch requests

*Please check the website for the full and accurate list of meeting dates. If you plan to attend, you must RSVP no later than the Friday prior so that we may secure space for all

Right now is a pivotal time for our club. I have many goals for the club, but my

#1 goal is to communicate… to you the members. Our board works hard on the

clubs work, and although I know it is not always convenient for all to attend meet-

ings, as a member you are always welcome to attend.

Moreover, I feel it is important that our members are involved on some level.

And in as much as I realize involvement is not for everyone, there are members out

there that may have an interest or want to learn more about what is going on, but

aren’t sure how to take that first step. My door is always open and I will do my best

to keep you up to date on the happenings on the club.

For those interested, there are several ways you can get involved and my first

task as Commodore has been to start with a call to action for committee members.

On our members side of the website you will see several new committees that you

may have an interest in joining and helping. There is a brief description of what the

committee is tasked with doing. If you have an interest or a question about any of

the committees goals, please call me. I am always accessible either by phone or

email and I would love to have your participation if you find any of these commit-

tees a good fit for you.

Even if a committee is not right for you, I would love to hear from you. Your

ideas, wishes and desires for our club are important to me. Together greater things

can be accomplished. I am always open to new ideas. It takes more than just a board

of nine; we are a membership of many.

Please remember to check updates on the members side of the web as much as

possible. As much as I will try to visit with as many members as possible, it is un-

realistic that I will be able to meet everyone. Therefore, my best means of commu-

nication with all will be by the use of our members side on the website. There you

will find news and updates as well as Committee information. Again, if you are in-

terested in joining a committee contact me or your dock directors.

Lastly, the Staff at HBYC has been busy all winter working and planning on this

upcoming season. I would like to give a shout out to them and thank them for their

dedication to the club. It is their passion for this club that makes the difference for

us all.

Best Regards and Happy Boating!

Cindy Quade, Commodore

518-587-0599 ~ 518-376-2965

cmquade32@gmail.com

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