Job Notice

The BPBCA is seeking candidates for the positions of Secretary and Waterfront Supervisor. Please view the complete Job descriptions under the Official Business Tab of the BPBCA Web site. Interested candidates should submit resumes with cover letter to Tom Kelly, Chairman, BPBCA, PO Box 715, Niantic CT, 06357 or email to bog@blackpointbeachclub.com by June 1st, 2012.

Kayak Rack Plans

Thanks to everyone that worked to plan and coordinate the construction of six new kayak racks. Several members volunteered their time last winter to coordinate the construction of the racks. Jim Duerr did an excellent job of building the racks according to the design that Will Fountain, Tom Sheehan, and several other members spent a great deal of time and energy researching and developing. The Board of Governors has decided to pick the summer locations for the racks according to voting results at the annual meeting. Please cast a vote on where the six racks should be placed before you leave the meeting. Until the meeting, the racks will temporarily be placed at South Beach, the bottom of Sea View, and on our backwater property. The plan for usage of the racks is first come-first serve for now. We will place small signs on the racks asking members to reserve the bottom level of the racks for those of us that have more difficulty transporting a kayak or are physically unable to use the top levels of the racks. Hopefully, this system will work smoothly. I have great confidence that we will all work together in our typical, cordial manner. Kayaks are stored on the racks at the owner’s risk. Black Point is not liable for any damage or loss to boat owners that use the storage racks. Black Point is also not responsible for moving any boats stored in the racks in the case of storms. Members are expected to move their own boats whenever it becomes necessary. Hopefully, we will all help each other when we encounter weather related problems but the association takes no responsibility for the safety of any boats stored at the waterfront. Please feel free to give me a call if you have questions or concerns you’d like to share.

Thanks,
Mike Manifold
860-941-8608

The store is open

Black Point Dog Obedience
Class for 2012

Saturday mornings at 9 am at the Black Point Clubhouse Starting July 7 and continuing for 6 weeks. The cost will be $60 and all proceeds will be donated to the Recreation Program or Cahill Scholarship Fund.

A minimum participation for a class is 6. The goal is a well-mannered B.P. dog population. For those interested, we can work towards the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Test and Certification*. This helps with liability insurance and allows you to be welcomed into nursing homes and senior housing.

For more information contact Jane McLane (860) 739-5167 or raggmopp@aol.com or Sue Chodorov (860) 739-3182 or s_chodorov@yahoo.com

*This test is a ten step test that shows your dog can tolerate unusual circumstances, can be left with a friend, can come, sit, stay and meet other dogs and people successfully.

Black Point Phone Directory Update

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Please provide me with any changes or additions. Only one listing per residence. Changes can be made by email or phone no later than April 1, 2012  or 860-235-7770 Books to be ready be the Annual Meeting in May.

Many Thanks, Beth Brucker

Historic Plaques

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The Cahill Education Fund announces an on going, year-round fundraiser to benefit scholarships made available to Black Point residents. Historic Plaques of Distinction is offering all Black Pointers an opportunity to commemorate the heritage of properties here at Black Point Beach or other locations sentimental to them. These handsome weatherproof plaques can be ordered by obtaining an order form at the Black Point Market or by calling Lily at 860-818-9488. Plaques are being sold for $98, all inclusive, for which $15 will be donated to the Cahill Education Fund. Plaques can feature the name of the original owner, the year built and the location of the property. Donations will apply to all orders received by a Black Pointer, regardless of what town the plaque will be displayed. Order forms can be found in the classified section of this website.

Hurricane Irene Photos

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Photos by John Campion

Murder Mystery Dinner

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We would like to remind our boating members that the Town of East Lyme has instituted new regulations for Mooring Fees and Mooring Inspections. It is the boat owner’s responsibility to comply with any and all regulations, copies of which are available to download from the Town of East Lyme, Harbor Management/Shellfish commission website, or contact East Lyme Harbor Master, Joseph Hitchery, telephone 860-739-5900.
East Lyme Harbor Master Information-Mooring Permits

Please enjoy the upcoming boating season and when boating, be sure to keep your distance from our swim areas, which are designated with marker buoys.

Thank you,
Tom Kelly
Chair, Board of Governors
Black Point Beach Club