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The Occoquan River does freeze over in some winters

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The Occoquan River does freeze over in some winters. When it does, that means your bilge is also below freezing. Through hull fittings, even bronze, can freeze and crack if not properly winterized. (Some bronze seacocks–like mine– have internal spaces that must be separately drained through a plug in the side.) Plastic parts used on many sterndrives and other installations are quite prone to freezing and cracking. During a cold winter three years ago, 6 boats at FYC sank due to improper winterization.

There have been changes to many insurance policies during the past few years, and many will not cover freeze damage or sinking unless you can prove the boat was properly winterized.

If you intend to rely solely on electric heaters, please be aware that power outages at FYC are frequent, usually due to Dominion Energy issues. Also, during ice and snow storms, the roads into FYC may be impassable.

FYC cannot be responsible if your boat sinks due to power failure or any other cause. Be sure that your contact phone numbers are up to date in case FYC has to contact you in an emergency

FYC does sometimes install de-icers to protect the power cables by the ramps to the floating open docks. FYC does not install de-icing equipment for slips. It is your choice and your responsibility to install any slip de-icers.

Reports are that anti-freeze may be in short supply this year. Do not wait until the last minute to purchase yours, or to contract for winterization. The Dockmaster or FYC will NOT winterize your boat for you.

Water to the piers is usually turned off about the second week of November. Since air compressor rentals are in short supply during the winterizing season, FYC has no flexibility once a compressor rental is reserved. At that time, the pump out will also be drained and inactivated. Don’t wait until the last minute to empty your holding tank.

Bob Robertory

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Letter to Club Members

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Letter to Fairfax Yacht Club (FYC) Members          Spring 2019                                             


 

Dear FYC Members (Slip owners and Tenants),

 As we head into the 2019 boating season the FYC Board of Directors would like to appeal to everyone about the importance of following the Rules and Regulations as well as the concept of consideration of your fellow FYC members.

 The FYC Dockmaster (Jeff) has been empowered to oversee and run the facility by the FYC Board. Recently the Board voted in favor of an increase in compensation for the Dockmaster based on the idea that he will be taking on more responsibilities with the full support of the Board.

The Board is made up of volunteers who in most cases have full time jobs and responsibilities that do not allow more than a few hours a month to contribute to the operations of FYC. With this in mind it is imperative that the Dockmaster have the ability to oversee things on a daily basis endowed with the authority to uphold the Rules and Regulations.

 The Dockmaster will therefore be reaching out to slip owners via eMail, phone or in person to address any concerns and or violations of the rules and regulations. It is important that members respond and take action as quickly as possible to avoid further escalation.

The Covenants Committee will also be walking the docks to assure things are in order and they will be the first point of escalation if the Dockmaster’s efforts do not yield positive results. If the Covenants Committee’s efforts are unsuccessful the matter will be escalated to the Board where fines or legal actions may be considered. If a member feels the need to address any matter with, or appeal to, the Board they can do so by reaching out via email, phone or attending a monthly board meeting. We also recommend that members simply ask for advice, help or approval to do something if there is any question about the Rules and Regulations which are available on the FYC website. Again, it is always better to ask for permission to do things such as modifying or attaching things to the common element.

 The Board wants to promote the concept of a friendly and neighborly place for everyone to enjoy and to this we feel it is very important for everyone to be considerate of each other. PLEASE do your best to think about others and know the Rules and Regulations are in place to assure everyone can enjoy FYC.

Imagine you are trying to enjoy time on your boat in your slip but are subject to being next to a dirty or wasp infested boat in your neighbors slip. It is all about keeping our facility comfortable, safe and most importantly our property values up. In short it is all about being considerate of others.

We hope each of you has a wonderful and safe 2019 boating season and we appreciate your understanding of these points.

Regards

The FYC Board of Directors – Spring 2019.

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Activities Committee Opening

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Myndi Harbin, who has headed the Activities Committee for two years, has expressed an intent to step down. We are seeking volunteers who are willing to step into her shoes. Both Unit Owners and Tenants are welcome to aid the FYC by organizing various events. If you are interested, please let me know.
If you want to learn more details about this position, please contact Myndi directly, myndi.harbin@verizon.net. She has offered to manage the Steak’n’Taters event in late January or February.

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