April 6,  2021

Rick Plite, President

Chris Matteson, Vice President

Kevin Sullivan, Treasurer

Sheila Gilstrap, Secretary

The Meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by President Rick Plite.  The Fisherman’s Prayer was read, 51 members were present.

President Rick Plite reported Flounder regulation is now 14” minimum.  Coast Guard requires vessels under 26’ that lanyards with kill switch must be attached to Captain when under way.

Please do NOT Power load your vessel onto your trailer.  Damage is being done at the ramps.

Snook, Redfish and Trout regulation changes are pending by FWC, they will be updated end of May.  The FWC has a YouTube video for discussion.  https://youtu.be/xBiH4a8Oryk

MOTION: Place signs saying NO POWER LOADING at boat ramps.  Passed.

Paradisebay.info is THE website to access information on our club.    The kayak storage situation is still under question. The Board has not been positive on his issue. 

Vice President Report:  Chris Matteson has Fishing Regulation materials available.  Hats & T shirts are available.

Treasurer’s Report and Secretary Minutes were read and approved.  Contest Fish awards for March were awarded.  Kevin reported the mini reef has been purchased and installation will be sometime mid to late April.

PBB&FC Treasurer's Report:         April 2021

Checking

 $3,468.90 

Begin Balance (March 2, 2021)

 

28.83

New Checks

 

$365.00

Dock habitat

 

 $3,075.07 

Ending Balance (Mar 31, 2021)

     

Cash

 $519.50 

Begin Balance (March 2, 2021)

 

$40.00

Dues Donations

 

$25.60

Feb refreshments

 

$190.00

Contest Awards

 

 $343.90 

Ending Balance (Mar 31, 2021)

Dockmaster Report:  Scotty Yates on the Boat Dock Wait List, there are over 60 on PB List and 10 on SB list.  Dock Rules are available, and they may undergo a revision this year.  The Maximum Boat length is 23’, width 8.5’.  If a dock becomes available boats 12-18’ in length may get a dock quicker depending on which dock is open.  Storage is NOT guaranteed when you get a dock space.  Improvements to the storage lot include a new fence and gate, thanks to all who worked on this project.When boats are stored leave your motor down, do not lock trailer tongue or wheels.  Lock code will be changing often to avoid unauthorized use of the ramp and storage access.  The Boat Assist List is being revised.

Rick Plite reminded Award winners the Club Rules state YOU must receive your contest awards in Person, At the Meeting.  After 3 meetings the money will be returned to Club account.

Don Vogel asked anyone cleaning barnacles at the ramp or pad in storage area to please clean the area when you are done.  

Meeting was adjourned 9:37 AM