Summary

Correspondence 

Response sent to the 707 Association in relation to a boat being returned in an unfit condition.

Transfer from Full to Associate membership agreed.

Commodore’s Review

Confirmed that no written questions were received prior to the AGM.

Companies House have been updated with retiring and new Directors.

Catamaran surveyor’s report remains outstanding.

‘To Do’ list introduced, and to be reviewed, ready for discussion at the next CoM.

Positive feedback form members following Clubhouse reopening. However, agreed that communication to members needs to be improved, which will be facilitated through the fortnightly Commodore’s Update.

Club ‘Facebook Accounts’ to be discussed at the next CoM.

Incidents reported where some members are trying to access pontoons after hours, and compromising site security. To be discussed once CCTV has been accessed.

Simon Gadsby welcomed onto CoM to support Sailing Secretary.

The functions of CoM and General Manager were discussed, where it was noted that many roles previously managed by CoM has now been devolved to the GM.

Operations Report 

Club income has increased but not yet reflected in the accounts.

The Clubhouse Redevelopment project is nearing completion, which the Sun Terrace and changing rooms on schedule for completion by the end of the working week.

Replacement RIB due for delivery on 20th May.

Following the acknowledgement of several unkempt boats in the Marina, it was agreed that byelaws need to be enforced.

On Wednesday, 14th May the Club was inspected by the Food Standards Agency, Trading Standards and Cardiff City Council. This unannounced inspection was promoted following an anonymous complaint made against the club.

Following a thorough inspection, no issues were identified.

Activities 

Dinghy Section AGM has taken place.

Life Jacket Workshop arranged for 30th May.

Cardiff University have had grant funding approved for 707.

Training Secretary 

Attendance at ongoing, Friday Evening Workshops have been well attended.

Membership Secretary 

Discussion concerning changes to membership application.

AOB 

Agreed to discuss Fishing Risk Assessment and populate on the ‘to-do list’.

Agreed to fly the Pride Flag for the month of June and to update all club members of this request and action.

Date of next meeting scheduled for 16th June 2025 at 18:30.