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Newsletter

 Loreto Fest 2009 - April 30th.  May 1st.  2nd. and 3rd.

New Page: Sea Life

First Northerly of the Year: October 13, 2008

Fonaport: October 12, 2008

Hurricane Norbert: October 11, 2008

Wet Experience through “Norbert”: October 11, 2008 .

UPDATES THE HARBOR and AREA: JULY 2008

Fonaport: July 8, 2008

Singlar New Name: June 27,2008

HPYC MEETING: May 15, 2008

HPYC MEETING: March 30, 2008

Singlar Moorings: March - April 2008

HPYC MEETING: March 30, 2008

HPYC MEETING: March 16, 2008

By Laws and Rules: February 29, 2008

HPYC Membership and Application Form

T-Shirts - Tank Tops - Beer Cozies

Welcome to the HPYC Newsletter. The newsletter will be updated regularly. Some pages might look like there were no changes made, but reading them you will find some changes have been made.  We are not professionals please keep this in mind when reading this web page.

This is everyone's Web page to enjoy.

Anyone having news, articles, or stories to share contact hiddenportyachtclub@hotmail.com.

Music CD's from Loreto Fest 2008 are available. See the Loreto Fest Page for more information.

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HPYC MEMBERSHIP:

Membership renewal's are due April 1, 2009. HPYC members are recognized at other yacht clubs and receive reciprocal privileges. Membership is required to receive your free meals during Loreto Fest. Children are considered junior members with the parental membership. Not going to be at Loreto Fest, or in the area soon and would like to join or renew; below is a membership application form, one person per section. Fill in Your Vessel Name or Call Name, -Name, -Address, & Email Address; we will fill in the Membership # and other blanks.

Available are Packages:

Package #1: 1 Membership & 1 Burgee:   $30.00 -- 1 year.

Package #2: 2 Memberships & 1 Burgee & 2 T-Shits:  $60.00 -- 1 year

Membership - : $10.00 -- 1 year

T-Shirts: $15.00 each (Sizes: S - M - L - XL- ($18.00 - XXL)

Tank Tops: $15.00 each (Sizes S- M - L - XL - Not available in Packages)

Burgees: $25.00

Beer Cozies: $6.00 each

Email for complete details, T-Shirt availability, Mailing Instructions, etc. hiddenportyachtclub@hotmail.com

Make checks payable to HPYC and Kenny Nordstrom or HPYC and Frank Hester.

Click Here For Printable Application Form

(Click on picture for lager view)

T-SHIRTS

 

Grey Heather Front Grey Heather Back

Tank Tops

Men's Tank / HPYC Burgee on Front  Women Tank - Lime - Sm. design on Front

Burgee - Beer Cozies

HPYC Burgee Bottle - Can Cozie

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Puerto Escondido Harbor: 25 deg, 49.5 min  W 111 deg, 19.4 min 

 

First Northerly of the Year: October 13, 2008

 This has been a little different summer/fall here in Puerto Escondido and area.

The first Northerly of the season came early, Mick “Rhumbline” clocked wind gust to 30 – 33 and wind speeds of 25 in the main harbor.

There were a couple of days some of the hottest temperatures were seen in a while but, the summer was mild on the general whole,

Hurricane Norbert was an October Hurricane.

The locals have said the Heater is switched on July 20th and the Air Conditioner on October 20th. A week earlier than the local prediction the air conditioner has been turned on. The days are pleasant and the nights cool enough for a blanket.

Fonaport: October 12, 2008

On behalf of all the Boaters, Cruisers and Hidden Port Yacht Club we would like to thank Fonaport and all the employees at Puerto Escondido for their assistance and support before, during and after Hurricane Norbert. The feeling of all the boaters that were moored in Puerto Escondido during Norbert was very positive towards Fonaport.

Most important, a very special thank you for fixing the moorings in the harbor making them safe and secure. This is the first Hurricane Puerto Escondido has had in the last 4 years in which a boat did not break lose from any of the mooring.

Hurricane Norbert: October 11, 2008

Category 2 Hurricane Norbert finally came Sat October 11th, 2008. If you have to go through a hurricane it is best if it comes and goes in the daylight, and Norbert did just that.  He was kind in many ways; everyone had 4 days preparation time from the time we knew he would make his projected visit to us. It was not till Friday that it was certain he would be coming close to Puerto Escondido. Puerto Escondido was on the lee side. There were no boats damaged or walking about. Two on board owners did have to make minor adjustments during the storm. There was no damage in Tripui or Juncalito. Juncalito and Ligui did lose water.  The last good thing was there were no high high tides. 1.6 was the highest.

There was no pre rains or winds to mention. Friday the clouds started to cover the area and by Saturday morning they started to build. It was not till after Norbert was close to landfall on the Pacific near Puerto Charley; located between Santa Fe and Bahia Magdalena around 10:30 MDT with estimated winds of 105 MPH did the clouds really start to darken and become serious with rain as they lowered on the mountains. The rains came straight down for a long while. The winds came out of the south –south west clocking around to the North West. Depending on where you were and how the winds funneled in that area. The highest wind speed gust reported was from Ed “Pacific” in Tripui of 110 mph. The gust in the harbor was clocked at 57 mph. Hovdey reported 80 mph on the hard in Marina Seca. Fred “Casa Anuja” reported 6 inches of rainfall in Juncalito and counted 45 waterfalls

By 4:00 P.M. Norbert was located at 25.7 N. 110.3 W about 70 miles East – Southeast of Loreto, moving on a northeasterly direction. As he was leaving with wind coming from the north, in the harbor water came in though the windows and in Juncalito crashing swells pounded the beach.

 

As Norbert approached the clouds built getting thicker and thicker till they were almost darkened to a midnight blue.

 

 

 

       
The clouds stated to rise and disperse giving us a view of the many spectacular waterfall

 

Photographs provided by "Serenity",  "Even Star" and "Salt Shaker"

When does a Hurricane come to Puerto Escondido with out a party? Hurricane Norbert, luckily not a bad one, was give an Adios at a Tuesday Party - Brunch. Many from the harbor and land came to tell their story of Norbert.

"Ladyfish" What Hurricane??      
 

Wet Experience through “Norbert”: October 11, 2008  

A good lesson learned from my first hurricane.

I was just minding my own business, going through a hurricane like usual, when I heard a loud bang and felt the boat swing sideways to the wind. The safety line I installed on the mooring ball had gotten too much slack, and wrapped around the keel, drawing the mooring ball up against the hull. This instantly turned me broadside to the storm.

I put out a call to Terry on “Manta” for any suggestions. His suggestion was to take advantage of the “lull” and go over the side and clear the line. Well, the wind was blowing pretty good with small chop, but I knew I didn’t want to get hit with the full force of the hurricane sideways. The info out, was we still had about 2 to 3 hours before it hit us the hardest.

I got my mask and fins and slipped into the choppy water. The first trip into the water showed the safety line was wrapped a full 360 degrees around the keel. I had to climb back on board to loose the line. I then went back in and had to dive under the keel to free the mess. When I got back on the boat, I pulled the safety up tight, and didn’t have any more problems. I would like to thank Terry “Manta” and Mick “Rhumbline” for standing by the radio, and Ray “Adios” and Carlos “Mango Mambo” for coming over in the dink to check on me.

Rick Edwards

Sailing Vessel “Evenstar”

Tropical Storm Julio: August 25th, 2008

Tropical Storm Julio was not a bad storm. There was very little wind. Fred measured 8 inches of rain in Juncalito. (Loreto got more rain than we did) In the waiting room ‘Rambrosco”, the old “Allie” broke lose. Kenny, Mick and Terry secured it for the night her anchoring is being repaired.
 
The water and air temperatures have cooled down, making it a cool August end. 

Fernando's Tienda, the roof did not collapse, the ceiling tape came lose, not good but not the worst. While no one in Loreto had bread or milk, Fernando did!!

The road to Constitution is now open so supplies have started to flow.
 
Juncalito is using the old river bed to drive in and out. Jose’s sons came out yesterday with their heavy equipement to fix the road. The roads around the harbor are a mess but some are drivable.

The new bridge had one side open coming south, so the other side will get finished soon.
 
July 2008:

July has found many happenings and events in Puerto Escondido and the area.

 New: The Tienda in the R.V. parking at Tripui is great.  Fernando  and his lovely wife has a good selection of items fresh veggies come in on Tuesday and Thursdays. and the store is air conditioned.  If one needs something just ask and Fernando, he will bring it in for you. He also will give you a ride back to the dinghy dock if you have bought too much to carry. A small outside eating area is being built for hamburgers etc.

New: "Porto Bello"  restaurant is open on the second floor of the Fonaport building, they are open  7 days for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is owned by Pedro. Pedro and his family also have the new little Tienda for ice, beer and sodas located on the first level under the restaurant. Porto Bello has become the meeting place for Mexican Train,  Baja Rummy and the Men's Poker night. (See Events Page)

Fonatur has started land improvements digging up all the streets, taking out all the lights leveling everything putting in new water lines and underground electrical lines, developing the land for building lots. The area affected is from the circle to the Fonaport (Singlar) gate, to API and all street in between.  The dinghy dock was moved to it summer position, this can still be reached via vehicle. At the old mooring building - HPYC club house where the book exchange is located an area has been set up to cook and feed the workers. The book exchange room is open an available for books as in the past.

After a month of no diesel, diesel is now available again.

Fonaport: July 8, 2008

The mooring rates in the main harbor at Puerto Escondido will remain the same till June 30th, 2009

Singlar New Name "FonaPort": June 27, 2009

The new hailing name for Singlar is "Fonaport". The Singlar name is long longer used in P.E. or any other former Singlar facility. Use the new name call when hailing or entering Puerto Escondido main harbor, for a mooring ball, and fuel services

Other news  concerning Puerto Escondido: This is not connected to the name change.

Fonatur has started major ground leveling on the land leading into the harbor. Any old infrastructure has been removed. (This does not include the modern day ruins) The land is to be divided into lots and sold. There are no times set on completion that we have heard. The leveling is moving rather quickly.

HPYC MEETING: May 15, 2008

The May meeting was preceded by Hot Dogs. Present Officers:  Commodore Kenny, “Brandywine”, Treasure – Frank, “Peregrino” Vice Commodore Fred “Casa Anuja”, and Secretary Connie “Sunlover” and 27 members.

The meeting was called to order at 3:56 P.M.

Minutes: The Secretary, Connie “Sunlover” read the minutes from the March 30th meeting. John “Topaz made a motion to accept the minutes as read, Joe “Amigo Joe” seconded. Passed

 Treasure Report: Frank “Peregrino” presented the Treasury Report. L.F.  made  50 % more this year than last year. I need to do the accounting to know how much the beer and hot dogs made. A motion was made by Debbie “Ladyfish” to accept the treasure report, seconded by Joe “Amigo Joe”. Passed

Commodore Kenny spoke about his ideas for the future of HPYC. This years Loreto Fest was fun with everyone having a great time. He appreciated everyone’s help and hard work during the Fest. If we keep working at it the fest will even a better one next year. Some of the things I see happening is this year it was a little different type of cruisers than in the past, having newer boats, a little more money to spend being more affluent. We have used the old mooring building for many years, but it is getting to where we want to maybe bring our club up to a level where we have a nicer place to meet, better facilities, a sailing program. There is a lot of things we could do as things go along, but we will have to this a gradually. But nothing is going to stay the same. I am looking to the future and everyone on the board is a worker. ”Remember it’s “Not what the club can do for you what you can do for the club.”

HPYC Youth Sailing Club:  Ward “Footloose” talked about the sailing program. . I started a sailing program in the states in 1999.  Connie “Sunlover” and a few other people approached me about starting a sailing program for the kids in Ligui, Loreto and maybe even the college. The idea is to get kids out on the water in a boat giving them another avenue. First we need some boats. We are looking at the Lido 14’. I talked to some of the people in town about raising some money or donating some boats. There was also quite a bit of interest during Loreto Fest, people asking about the sailing program and the items donated to the Silent Auction for the sailing program. Also some parents in Loreto Bay asked about wanting their kids to have sailing lessons. Charging them could fund 3-4 other kids to sail. I was approached by a gal at Loreto Fest, Catharine Cooper, asking what we needed, please send a list of items. The list was emailed, the reply, “We will take care of every thing on the list.”  There are other people looking for boats and equipment. Bob “Vela” offered to help, he has taught sailing before. Darlene mentioned the College tourism program, this would be right down their alley; there would be lots of volunteers to help. Nancy “Brandywine” said they have a Capri 14’2 the club could use as long as it has a sailing program. Domingo “Domingo’s Place” said he would donate $500.00 to buy a boat and would go to other merchant in Loreto for donations. Their name could go on the sail or boat for donating to the program. Alexander Ogilvie “Schatzi” a member of HPYC said we could use his 22’ boat to take out 2-3 at a time. Storage for the boats is being check into with Singlar or HPYC getting a club house area with an area to store the boats. I hope to have the program ready to roll by fall.

Loreto Fest: There was much discussion about this years L.F. and suggestions for 2009.

 Frank “Peregrino is trying to figure out how many hot dogs were sold at Loreto Fest.  The extra food left over was donated to Ligui Dormitory.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Vicki “Cat house Bay Clean Up and raising funds for the Internado school is an important part of Loreto Fest. But people come to have a good time and camaraderie. There are a few who work hard but volunteers have felt alienated, manipulate and betrayed in the past. There seems to be a battle of wills, this is everyone’s Yacht Club. It is not up to any one individual, this needs to be addressed.                                Kenny “Brandywine expressed his personal thoughts as Commodore, he would like this Yacht Club to work smoothly we did not have many glitches at Loreto Fest this year. Most everything worked smoothly. We do have a new younger group; more people danced and danced every night. He did not hear any negative about the Fest this year. The Roman Gods and Goddess was a great idea, and the D.J. music was great. The pre Loreto Fest. preparation can get intense especially when many of the volunteers are not here till the day before it starts. Everyone needs to keep their egos out of it.                                                                                                                                                                                 Janet “Mystical” received a lot of positive feed back, the musicians got a night off to have fun, dance and were able to do a better performance Sunday night.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Janet “Mystical: Prizes should be graded to the places 1st, 2nd, 3rd etc. John “Topaz” said what he and Nancy did was divide into four groups – committee head group – contest – etc.  Janet also suggested reading out the names of the donated prizes and who donated them. They had only been posted on the bulletin board this year.  Put some on the prizes in the silent auction. Some prizes were put in the Silent Auction this year.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Neka:  Raffle off the quilt rather than put it in the Silent Auction.                                                                                                                                                      Joe “Cat House”   More fun will get more people here; people having fun the money will flow.                                                                                    Dave Hovdey – Attract more people to Loreto Fest and secure price from Singlar for L.F. for a week.                                                                         This was our first time at Loreto Fest there was great input from other cruisers before hand, we wanted to come. Give better communication on games and events for people to know what all is happening and the tournaments.                                                                                                 Nancy “Brandywine”  Maybe second games going just for fun, not tournaments                                                                                                            Dario “Ballena”  HPYC as a group send pictures and letter to Singlar for better prices . Janet “Mystical” suggested the letter be signed by HPYC members this would be more impressive.                                                                                                                                                                        Frank “Peregrino” Asked who and how much was donated for the D.J.,  Dave and Merry “Airops” donated the $280.00. John “Topaz” made a motion for the D.J. music to be added to the budget next year. Joe “Amigo Joe” seconded.  Passed                                                                                         Singlar Mooring Prices need to be posted in more places.                                                                                                                                                    Plate’s silverware – HPYC provide plates and silver ware for Loreto Fest Dinners.                                                                                                           Dave “Hovdey”  Do better posting of Loreto Fest Information and Mooring rates at Down Wind and West Marine before the HaHa. John “Topaz” made a motion we investigate the cost of coming up with a Loreto Fest advertising marketing plan/budget. Passed Brenda “No Se” volunteered to be the Committee head for advertising.                                                                                                                                                              Don

Don “No Se”  displayed the Chili Cook off Perpetual Trophy. The trophy was crafted by Joe “Cat House”. The name inscription was done by Don “No Se”  

 

NEW BUSINESS:  

New alternate for HPYC Office: Mary “Lee Ann” resigned as a HPYC alternate. Don ”No Se” volunteered for the position. Elvin “Sealover” made a motion to accept him for alternate, seconded by Nancy “Brandywine. Passed

Donations from Loreto Fest 2008:  Darlene “Peregrino” spoke about the Ligui high school dormitory “AsistED”. At this time they are not in the government’s program for assistance. What they have is what they have been able to do with what monies that have been donated. Next year 23 will be in college and 36 in high school. Darlene is also in contact with Patty Ferrentino with the Loreto Internado school, she is communicating with Patty about HPYC sponsoring 2 children at the Loreto Internado.  Last year we donated 4000 P to the Loreto Internado School- 14,000 P to the Loreto University, 24,000 P to the Ligui AsistED and 2000 P to Animalandia.  Until donations can be fully reviewed by the Donation Committee, Kenny “Brandywine made a motion to donate 4000 P to the Loreto Internado, 14,000 P to the Loreto University, and 24,000 P to the Ligui AsistED. Seconded by Joe “Amigo Joe” Passed

Donation Committee:  Fred “Casa Anuja” volunteered to chair the donation committee. Ward “Footloose” volunteered to help him.

Next HPYC Meeting: Janet “Mystical made a motion the next HPYC meeting be held October 5th 2008. Seconded by Nancy “Brandywine” Passed Myron “La Tortuga” made a motion HPYC holds a June 1st meeting. Did not pass

Loreto Fest 2009 Dates: Rick “Tortuga” one of our Musicians, has a prior commitment the first part of May. A motion was made by Janet “Mystical” we hold Loreto Fest 2009 April 30th, May 1st, 2nd, and 3rd 2009. Seconded Joe “Amigo Joe” Passed

Chairman for Loreto Fest 2009:  Vicki “Cat House” volunteered to be chairman of Loreto 2009. She may pick a co-chairman at a later date.

Membership Cards Office Supplies:  Connie “Sunlover” stated more membership cards are needed and stamps. Discussion followed, how many membership cards should be ordered. Kenny “Brandywine” made a motion $200.00 be available to purchase membership cards, stamps and other office supplies. Seconded Nancy “Brandywine” Passed

Membership Date: A motion to amend the annual membership to a yearly date commencing April 1 through March 31  was made by Nancy “Brandywine” Seconded by Myron ”La Tortuga” Passed

Membership – Dues Increase: After some discussion about increasing the rates it was decided to table this till the October, 5th, 2008 meeting.

Nancy “Brandywine” made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Seconded Passed

Meeting adjourned at 5:35 P.M.

Minutes submitted by

Secretary Connie McWilliam Schultz - “Sunlover”

 

Singlar Moorings: March - April

The new price for Long Term Dry Storage:  3 months or more is: 2.94 P per foot per day.

Travel Lift In and Out

30 feet and under:    1,785.00 P

31 - 45 feet:           100.48 P per foot or 50.24 P each way

46 - 50 feet:           119.32 P per foot or 59.66 P each way

                                                                                  51 feet plus:         176.40 P  per foot or 88.20 P each way

The moorings in the main harbor are complete. There is chain from the blocks up.

Mooring 40’ and under: ½ chains from block to the top. ¾ “rope from swivel to boat.

Mooring 41’ to 90’: ¾ “chain from block to top - 1” rope from swivel to boat.

7 mooring have 7/8 chain from block to top – 1’ rope from swivel to boat. These are for the large and heavy boats.

 

Prices from: August 15th, 2007 to June 30th, 2008 - Exchange U.S. $ - MX. P. 10.5 %

Mooring:

10 – 40 Feet:                                                                                                    

Daily: 3.57 P per ft. per day.                                                                            

Weekly: 2.33 per ft. per day for 7 days or more.                                               

Monthly: 2 P per ft. per day for 30 days or more.                                              

 

41 – 50 Feet:

Daily: 4.29 P per ft. per day.                                                                            

Weekly: 2.67 P per. ft per day for 7 days or more.                                           

Monthly: 2.33 P per day per ft. for 30 days or more.                                       

 

51 to 60 Feet:

Daily: 7 P per ft. per day.                                                                                    

Weekly: 3.00 P per ft. per. day for 7 days or more.                                             

Monthly: 2.66 P per ft. per day for 30 days or more.                                          

 

61 to 140 Feet:

Daily: 8 P per. ft. per day.                                                                                  

Weekly: 5 P per ft. per day for 7 days or more.                                                   

Monthly: 3 P per ft. per day for 30 days or more.                                                

Boats: Fuel is pump price plus 22 %.

Vehicles and trailer boats may be driven to the pump for fuel and filling of jerry jugs. No 22 % charge.

Laundry: 66 P wash 66 P dry, self-service.

Showers and Swimming Pool: Open.

Pump out station: Open.

Dry Storage: Price Per Week

24 feet and under:    1785.00 P

25 - 40 feet:                78.75 P per foot

41 -50 feet:                 96.60 P per foot

51 feet plus:             113.90 P per foot

Parking:

10 P per hour

50 P per Day

1000 P per Month

Ramp Rates trailer able boats : 52.50 P In and 52.50 P Out.  Plus 50 P for parking your boat towing vehicles.

Add 10% I.V.A. to ALL the above prices.

 

Tripui Restaurant & Hotel Update: April 1,  2008

On March 31, 2008, Alma has resumed management of the Tripui hotel and restaurant . Tripui hotel and restaurant had been under new management for a couple of months.

HPYC MEETING: March 30, 2008

Officers Present:  Treasure – Vice Commodore Frank, “Peregrino” and Alternate – Secretary Kenny, “Brandywine” , 2 officers, and 29 members present making a quorum.

The meeting was called to order at 11:36 A.M.

Frank, “Peregrino” headed the meeting.

The agenda was presented and a motion to approve made by Mary “Lee Ann” seconded by Connie “Sunlover”

Minutes from the March 16th: Mary “Lee Ann” made a motion we accept the HPYC March 16, 2008 minutes as published and distributed to all requesting them this day. It was asked if there were any additions or corrections, hearing none, it was voted to accept said minutes as published. Seconded by Kip “Angelos”

Treasure Report: Frank “Peregrino presented the Treasury Report. Motion to accept treasure report made by Sam “Ghost Rider” seconded Mary “Lee Ann” Passed

 OLD BUSINESS: Frank reported he went to the P.O. and paid the box fees for 2008, 158 Pesos. The P.O. Box is now in the club name, Hidden Port Yacht Club. Frank will get 3 keys made this week. H.P.Y.C Box 213 Col. Centro, C.P. 23880, Loreto B.C.S.

ELECTION OF OFFICERS:  Nominations made at the March 9 meeting were read.  Peter “Cheerios” for Commodore said he would not serve.  Mary “Lee Ann” declined the nomination for Vice Commodore and would be nominated for Alternate.  Fred “Casa Anuja” said he would serve as Vice-Commodore. The Election slate for officers was as follows:

Commodore:             

Kenny “Brandywine”  

V. Commodore:          

Fred “Casa Anuja”

Secretary:                  

Connie “Sunlover”      

Treasure:                    

Frank “Peregrino”      

Alternate:                    

Mike  “Frenchy”      

Alternate:

Mary “Lee Ann”

Frank “Peregrino” said that since there now was only one candidate for each office a vote was not needed and unless there was an objection the election could be by consensus. A motion made to accept the slate of candidates by Larry “Summer Wind” seconded by Bob “Vela” Passed by acclamation.

NEW BUSINESS

Budget for Loreto Fest: Frank “Peregrino” asked that Committee Heads submit their budgets to the treasurer for advance expense money for Loreto Fest 2008.

Gavel:  Frank “Peregrino” asked the location of the HPYC gavel so that it could be passed to the Commodore Elect.  After some discussion Bernadine “Chica” clarified that The HPYC Commodore Gavel, had been presented by her to the Club by past Commodore Angus Mackenzie, and that she and he intended that it pass to the new Commodore at each election.

 Motion to adjourn by Mary “Lee Ann” seconded Sam “Ghost Rider” Meeting adjourned at Approximately 12:24 PM.

Minutes submitted by

Alternate Secretary – Treasure   Kenny “Brandywine

 

Tripui Tienda: MARCH 18, 2008

The new Tienda at Tripui is open and of this afternoon they were stocking the shelves with canned goods. There is also beer, ice and sodas. There will be more available merchandise when the coolers arrive.

 

HPYC MEETING: March 16, 2008

Officers Present:  Treasure, Frank, “Peregrino” and Assistant Secretary – Treasure, Kenny, “Brandywine” with 17 members present for a quorum.

The meeting was called to order at 11:00 A.M.

Kenny “Brandywine” directed the meeting.

The agenda was presented and O.K.

 Minutes of the last meeting were read by Kenny, Motion by Elvin “Sealover” seconded by Mary “Le Ann” that the minutes be accepted. Passed

Treasure Report: Frank reported the Treasury Report be delayed to the next meeting for lack of complete data. The financial condition is approximately the same as the last meeting. A motion was made by Bernadine “Chica”, seconded by Elvin “Sealover” to accept the delay. Passed

Approval for Purchase of T-Shirts and Burgees: An amount of $8000.00 MN was approved for the HPYC T-Shirts including printing. Motion by: Elvin, seconded by Mary. Passed An amount of $700.00 USD for the Burgees was approved. Motion by: Elvin, seconded by Mary. Passed There was discussion for changing the price for the burgees as there was a small increase in the cost this year. It was decided the increase was so small to leave the price unchanged; the motion was made by Kenny, seconded Mary Passed

OLD BUSINESS:

 By-Laws and Rules: A revision of the By-Laws & Rules that included changes made at the last meeting was presented by Frank” Peregrino”  A short discussion and in response to a request from  Mary “Lee Ann”, By-Law 4.9 was clarified by inserting the word “of accession” immediately after “in order”.  A motion was made by Elvin “Sealover” seconded by Joe “Cat House” to accept the Club By-Laws and Rules, which were then adopted by consensus. Passed

Progress Report on revising the HPYC – ACTA: Frank ”Peregrino” reports that he is working with the accountant to make those changes to the H.P.Y.C. A.C. ACTA needs to open a bank account and to clarify some issues including spelling and the use of our own “Rules of Procedure” (approved by the club) rather than Robert’s Rules of Order, which are extensive and would have to be translated into Spanish by a certified translator at enormous expense to the Club.

Dinghy Dock:  Carriage bolts for the step cleats are being obtained. Deck cleats are bought and need to be mounted on the dinghy dock.

Loreto Fest: Connie “Sunlover” reported on the preparation plans for Loreto Fest 2008. Committee heads were asked for. There were some volunteers but more are needed. Permits will be obtained by Kenny “Brandywine” and Elvin “Sealover

Election of Officers HPYC: Nominations were accepted for Officers.

Commodore:             

Kenny “Brandywine”  

nominated by Bernadine “Chica”

Commodore:             

Peter  “Cheerios”       

 nominated by Kenny “Brandywine”

V. Commodore:          

Mary “Lee  Ann”         

offered to run for V. Commodore

Secretary:                  

Connie “Sunlover”      

nominated by Kenny “Brandywine”

Treasure:                    

Frank “Peregrino”      

general nomination by all

Alternate:                   

Fred “Casa Anuja”      

said he would be an alternate

Alternate:

 

 

The Election of Officers was set for the next meeting to be held March 30, 2008 after the Sunday Brunch.

NEW BUSINESS

Budget for Loreto Fest: A budget for Loreto Fest was discussed it was set at $2500.00 UDS. Motion by Elvin, seconded Joe “Amigo Joe”

Loreto P.O. Mail Box: Frank said he would check on the Mail Box. The yearly payment needs to be made and mail picked up.

Committee for Clean Up & Prep before Loreto Fest: Kenny “Brandywine and Dario “Ballena”

Elvin made a motion the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Steve “Zinmaker” Meeting adjourned at 12:30 P.M.

 Minutes submitted by

Alternate Secretary – Treasure   Kenny “Brandywine”

 

 

By Laws and Rules: February 29, 2008:

These are the revised By-Laws and Rules as agreed at the last meeting December 12th, 2007. Please take time to read them. Member comments may be emailed to  hiddenportyachtclub@hotmail.com They will be voted on at the next meeting.

Thank You

HPYC By-Laws 2008 Revision 1

 

Ligui AsistED: December 24, 2007:

Dear Hidden Port Yacht Club:

Thank you so much for the bake sale money, and to you Fred "Casa Anuja" for your collection of change, for the kids Christmas party at the Internado in Ligüí. They had a marvelous time and send all of you Feliz Navidad y un abrazo muy fuerte.

Dear friends:

Attached is a Christmas greeting from the students at AsistED (Asistencia Educación Superior en Ligüí-Ensenada Blanca, A.C.).  Some of our students were away at university and were unable to be included in the photo.  They are sorry not to be included, but they join the rest of the students in wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and in thanking you for your support of the rural education of program.

 The program presently includes running a dormitory (Internado) and providing bus transportation for those high school students that live in the mountain ranches and in Agua Verde, giving supplementary financial support to the high school to run a morning session, and offering economic aid to the students in varying degrees according to their needs.  This year AsistED is helping 25 high school students and 19 college students.

We of AsistED and all the students send you our appreciation for your continuing help to provide them with the opportunity for higher education. 

Wishing you all the best for the coming year and many years more

Text Box: Feliz Navidad 2007
Los Alumnos Rurales de 
Asistencia y Education Superior  en Ligüí y Ensenada Blanca
AsistED

 

 

 

 

 

 

Singlar: December 13. 2007

At long last Singlar is fixing - rebuilding the moorings in the main harbor. They now will be all chain from the block up. This is a big step for Puerto Escondido, Singlar and Cruisers.

Singlar a couple of months past had lowered their haul in - out rate in half for the Marina Seca.

The same friendly and helpful office staff and employees are still available to service you.

Ligui Tienda: December 2007

The Ligui Tienda now has electricity. There is ice available and other colds food items. They have also increase the size of the store to handle more stock.

HPYC MEETING: December 12, 2007

Present:  Commodore, Elvin, “Sealover” Treasure, Frank, “Peregrino” and Assistant Secretary, Kenny, “Brandywine" and 18 others were present.

Commodore Elvin called the meeting to order at 4:01 P.M.

 Agenda was presented and O.K.

 Minutes of the last meeting were read by Kenny, minutes accepted.

 Treasure report was read by Frank, report was accepted.

OLD BUSINESS:

 By-Laws and Rules:

A report from committee was presented by Kenny “Brandywine”, it was discussed by members. Some by-laws changes were read and accepted. Some Rule changes were read and accepted. By-Laws with changes will be presented at the next meeting for acceptance. Copies will be available before or at the meeting.

 Election of Officers:

The annual election of officers normally held in December was discussed. It was voted to hold the Election of Officers in March each year. The nominees will be communicated in advance via ham radio, and web page. The new officers would take office in April.  Voted and Passed

 Mexican Club:

Frank “Peregrino” presented a report on the ACTA, Alejandro, and possible new members on the ACTA board of Directors.

 Dinghy Dock:

Kenny “Brandywine” presented a report on the Dingy Dock progress. At the time of the meeting none but Kenny had talked to Martin Sanchez. He talked with him Wednesday morning on the telephone and was meeting with Martin and Octavio on Thursday A.M.

 T-Shirt Design:

Connie “Sunlover” presented 8 different designs submitted by club members. Designs were voted on by members

#2 won with 7 votes -- #8 had 4 vote -- #1 had 1 vote  -- #3 had 1 vote

A couple of modifications to #2 were discussed and accepted.

NEW BUSINESS:

 Commodore:

Elvin, “Sealover” stated after 5 fun and rewarding years of being Commodore of HPYC said it was time for him to retire. He would always help out where help was needed but it was time for some new blood.

 Brunch Committee:

Commodore Elvin said we need some people to organize brunch on Sunday. Darlene “Peregrino” volunteered to head a committee to organize the brunches, but could only direct. Fred “Casa Anuja” said he would do the bar.

Theme for Loreto Fest 2008:

Themes were discussed and voted upon. “Roman Gods and Goddesses” won.

 Meeting was adjourned at 5:16 P.M.

 Minutes submitted by

Alternate Secretary – Treasure   Kenny “Brandywine”

 Donations 2007:

 16 December 2007

Dear Friends

On behalf of the children in residence, the director of the Albergue #8 (the Loreto Internado), and our committee, I wish to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of $4,000 MN towards our scholarship program.

These funds are held particularly to advantage the further education of two young women – Carmen Karina Gonzalez Guevara and her younger sister Maritza Gonzalez Guevara. These girls now reside in colonia Miramar, but were originally from Juncalito and are personally known to several of your members. Both have achieved and maintained a very high level of academic achievement and have shown as unusual spirit of responsibility and dedication.

Carmen is now attending class at the UABCS in Loreto, studying Ecotourism and Maritza is attending the Preparatoria in Loreto, where she is an exemplary student.

We thank you warmly for your continued support and financial aid. It is our hope that your holidays are joyful and peaceful.

Regards

Patty Ferrentino  

 17  November 2007                                                                                                                                                              

Dear members of Hidden Port Yacht Club,

I want to take this opportunity to thank the club for the generous donation of $24,000 NM to AsistED. We will use the money to provide becas (scholarships) for two of our rural students: Izequiel Murrillo Rodriguez from Agua Verde 2nd year Tourism at Universidad Autonomo de Baja California Sur en Loreto and Patricia Romero Amador from Ligui 2nd year in psychology at Universidad San Jose del Cabo.

Izequiel Patti

AsistED and the students thank all of you who worked so hard to make Loreto Fest 2007 a success.

Muchas gracias

Reciben un afectoso saludo de AsistED y los alumnos.

 

29  November 2007

Dear Hidden Port Yacht Club,

All of us at Animalandia would like to offer you our deepest thanks for your very generous donation of $2,000 NM.  Be assured that this money will be put to very good use.

Please come and visit our facility.  We will be having a large clinic the week of Dec. 2nd and would love for you to see us in action.  Also please remember us if any of you ever are looking for that special dog or cat to welcome into your home!!

Thanks again and we hope to meet each one of you soon,

Denise Jones DVM

Lucy Gonzales, President 

 

HPYC MEETING: November 9, 2007

Commodore: Elvin, “Sealover” called the meeting to order at 4:15 P.M. Friday November 9th 2007 with Treasure: Frank, “Peregrino” and 23 present.

Frank “Peregrino” called the Agenda:

This is the time anyone wishing to add to the agenda may do so.

Loan to API – Romulo

Report Donation Committee

Report from Frank on the ACTA

Report from Nomination Committee for Election

Report on the Dinghy Dock

Report on By – Laws and Rules

Added to the Agenda was Reading of the Minutes,, Treasurer’s Report, and Other Business.

Frank “Peregrino” read the minutes from the October, 5th 2007 HPYC meeting. Accepted as read

Treasure, Frank "Peregrino"  then read the treasurer’s report. Report was accepted.  He also raised concern that a loan to Romulo of API was made for 5000 P using money from the dinghy dock set aside money. This was unauthorized because we cannot legally make loans or gifts to individuals, only to legal non-profit organizations.  Furthermore, the By-Laws of HPYC do not allow emergency expenditures over $200 USD to be authorized by the board, and these then have to be approved by the membership at the next meeting. A discussion followed and Fred “Casa Anuja” bought the loan. The accounting is now correct.

OLD BUSINESS:

Donation Committee: Bob “Vela” reported the committee’s recommendations for the 2007 donations.

Animalandia:                  2,000 P

Loreto Internado:          4,000 P

AssitEd:                         24,000 P

University of Loreto:   14,000 P

Emergency Fund:          6,000 P

Total:                              50,000 P

A motion was made to accept the recommendations. It was voted and passed with one opposed.

ACTA: Frank “Peregrino” reported on the ACTA. He still has not been able to meet with the ACTA President Alejandro. It was suggested we look for a new head of the ACTA. Peter “Cheerios” proposed Chinto from Juncalito and Connie “Sunlover” Domingo from El Nido’s as possible people for this position. Frank will look into this.

Nomination Committee: Frank “Peregrino” bought up that we need a Special Election to replace the 2 vacancies on the board of Vice Commodore and Secretary.

Commodore Elvin “Sealover” said our yearly election is in December. Voting in the vacant positions could be done with the yearly election. Elvin had stated in the past he would continue to be Commodore till December when he could be voted out. If he is not voted out or there is no Election of Officers he will resign in December.

By Laws and Rules:  Bob “Vela” one of the 3 on the committee stated the ACTA needed to be changed. After some discussion he understood this committee was looking at the By Laws and Rules only. Peter “Cheerios” asked for an extension of time till the December meeting for their report. This was granted.

Dinghy Dock:  Commodore Elvin “Sealover” reported Martin Sanchez and Octavio have received the 13000 P deposit to buy the material for the 3 rafts and ladder for the dinghy dock. The club has the carpet.

NEW BUSINESS: None

OTHER BUSINESS: None

Mike “Frenchy” motioned the meeting be adjourned. Seconded - Passed - The meeting adjourned at 5:00 P.M.

Minutes taken by Connie “Sunlover”

HPYC MEETING: October 5, 2007

  The Board of Directors – Commodore: Elvin, “Sealover” – Treasure: Frank, “Peregrino” and Alternate Secretary- Treasure: Kenny, “Brandywine” called the meeting to order at 4:00 P.M. Friday October 5th 2007 with 18 members present.

 Minutes of last meeting read by Alternate. secretary - Kenny Corrected:  It was added that 16,500 pesos was delivered to Marlena - Donation accepted; passed as corrected

 Treasury Report- Frank, “Peregrino” gave a preliminary report on Loreto Fest 2007. The Loreto Fest net profit was approximately $53,000 Pesos.

OLD Business:

 Discussion:  Frank, “Peregrino” explained that we need to upgrade our bylaws and meeting rules. A 3 person committee was appointed by Elvin.  Bob  “Vela”, Kenny “Brandywine” and Peter “Cheerios” are to read and edit the Bylaws and  Rules of Procedure and Rules of Debate, (A simplified version of Roberts Rules of Order) to present at next meeting.

 Contribution Committee - 3 persons were appointed by Elvin for this committee:  Connie “Sunlover” Joan “Challenger”; Bob – “Vela”. Frank will provide a list of Loreto Charities.

 NEW BUSINESS:

 Dinghy Dock: Kenny presented proposal by Martin Sanchez & Octavio for Dinghy Dock Repair in the amount of 23,000 pesos including stairs.  A motion was made by Peter "Cheerios" to authorize up to 25,000 pesos for dinghy dock.  Bob “Vela” seconded. Passed unanimously

 To help raise money and defray costs of Dinghy Dock maintenance & repair It was suggested to have some kind of fee in conjunction with Loreto Fest - a registration fee was suggested.

A motion was made by Dave on “Carlota” to have a $10.00 Registration Fee at Loreto Fest.  Kenny “Brandywine” seconded. Passed unanimously

 Darlene “Peregrino” brought up the idea of renting a space from Singlar for a Clubhouse & Functions. Elvin was to check on this.