Author Archives: David Jennings (Commodore)

Mooring Field Application Denied

A Denial of our Application was issued on April 20^{th… Read full article}, 2012. As a matter of procedure we have requested an extension to the time period allowing us to put together an appeal. This was done to give us time as a group to determine our next steps.
As I write this we are waiting for the State’s response anticipating it will give us 60 days (already counting) to determine an appeal strategy.

by David Jennings (Commodore) | 9 May 2012 | Posted in From the Commodore | 3 Comments

From the Commodore…

The Sarasota Herald recently reported the increased diversity of our community is making this a much more interesting and vital place to live.
Apparently, it’s news people respond more positively to variety than homogeneity.
I am always bemused by these collective “a ha” moments but then I never spent much time in Sun City, either.… Read full article

by David Jennings (Commodore) | 28 Mar 2012 | Posted in From the Commodore | 1 Comment

Squadron Lease: Performance Report

The following report was sent to the City, as required annually under our City lease:
November 9, 2011
To: Robert Schanley
City ofSarasota
From: David Jennings
Commodore,SarasotaSailing Squadron
As the first year of our lease draws to a close, please accept this list of activities as evidence our organization met all measurable goals referenced in the Lease. … Read full article

by David Jennings (Commodore) | 12 Nov 2011 | Posted in Management Reports | Leave a comment

Special Board Meeting, Mon 6 Jun at 7pm

to discuss next steps in the Manager selection process.
The meeting will be conducted via teleconference. Please call Commodore Jennings at 941-650-7354 to obtain conference details.… Read full article

by David Jennings (Commodore) | 6 Jun 2011 | Posted in Squadron News | Leave a comment

From the Commodore: February 2011

The 2011 budget has been approved by the Board of Directors. It looks a lot like the 2010 budget which was pretty accurate. We came in about 8% short of projected income last year but were able to push expenses down accordingly and actually increased projected net revenue fivefold to $25,504. … Read full article

by David Jennings (Commodore) | 31 Jan 2011 | Posted in From the Commodore | 1 Comment

Saturday Work Party revived!

As most members know, Pat Murphy and the Ball Busters have a work party every Wednesday morning. Sometimes, as many as a couple dozen members show up and perform a variety of chores including raking sea grass off the boat ramps, restocking beverage coolers, trimming bushes and more.
Until several years ago, the Squadron also had work parties every 3rd Saturday of the month for members wanting to log volunteer hours but unable to do so on a weekday.… Read full article

by David Jennings (Commodore) | 25 Jan 2011 | Posted in Squadron News | 1 Comment

Fireside Chat with New Board

Gather at the Squadron on Jan 23rd at 3pm for informal, casual opportunity to meet and chat with new Board. Refreshments and snacks provided.… Read full article