Questions and Answers (Q&As)
As of Feb 17, 11
NOTE: These answers are not exhaustive and the Constitution and By-Laws posted
on the Club’s website refer.
Q. What are the types of mooring?
A. There are Finger (New) and (Power)
Docks, Mediterranean Mooring and Wet Mooring. The price for each are indicated
in the Application Form you will receive upon submission of your Screening
Application Form. (You will need a tender to access the wet mooring balls).
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Q. What are the restrictions on boat
sizes?
A. Essentially, vessels in excess of
33-ft LOA by 11-ft beam and vessels less than 19-ft LOA will not be considered
for mooring/dockage without a special vote by a majority of Flag Officers.
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Q. Can I store my boat at the Club
during the off season?
A. If you are a member, yes, but
space is very limited, including for current members.
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Q. What is a self-help Club?
A. The Club does not hire individuals
nor has employees to work and maintain the Club facilities. All members are
expected to participate in all aspects of the Club operations in accordance
with the Bylaws of the Club Constitutions. Members are required to attend
lift-in and lift out, four work parties, stand two Officer-of-the-Day (OOD)
watches and participate in at least one of the club activities listed in the
Application Form.
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Q. What is the OOD program?
A. The program aims at welcoming
reciprocals, assist members in the safe operations of pleasure crafts, maintain
the club facilities and complete a report at the end of the day.
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Q.
What are my mandatory contributions to the Club?
A. Most members are expected to
attend Lift-In, Lift-Out, four (4) work parties, stand two (2)
Officer-of-the-Day (OOD) watches and participate in one (1) of the club
activities listed in the Application Form.
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Q. Are there consequences if I fail to meet my mandatory
contributions?
A. The consequences
of missing mandatory events are fines as set out in the Constitution. It could also include; not being awarded
seniority points and possibly having your membership revoked.
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Q.
What can I do if I know that I will miss a work party or other mandatory event?
A. You may have another
family member over the age of 18 fill in for you. If they are replacing you for an OOD watch
then they must also have a Boaters Licence, be over the age of 18 and know what
is expected of them. Your OOD duty dates
can also be switched with other club members.
Regardless though, you should notify the Vice Commodore if there's a
problem or that you'll be replaced by someone else. Family emergencies will be looked at on a
case-by-case basis by the Executive Committee and its Flag Officers.
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Q. Am I excused from attending mandatory events if I'm away on
Temporary Duty (TD)?
A. No. Despite CFBKYC being a military club, you've
signed on agreeing to fully participate in the operation of the club which
requires your participation. Work party,
Lift-in/out dates are published years in advance to help you coordinate your
commitments. There are options if you
are tasked to be away such as using a qualifying family member or switching
dates with another club member.
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Q. How else can I help the Club?
A. We need time and labours for extra
work parties.
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Q. What is the points system?
A. The membership ranking is designed
to establish priority. Points are accumulated and carried forward and are
awarded at the end of each season when the member or executive member has met
the participation requirements.
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Q. How can I change or improve my
type of mooring?
A. You have to request to the
Membership Officer (MO) the type of mooring you would like, and the mooring
sub-committee will determine availability considering the safe and efficient
allocation of mooring/dockage, the goal being efficient use of mooring facilities
on the basis of type and size of vessel, membership categories, member’s
wishes, and points.
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Q. What is the electricity
availability and capacity?
A. One 110 Volts/15 Amp outlet per vessel.
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Q. What are the Club amenities?
A. The Club house enjoys a new roof,
newly renovated bathroom, shower and a kitchen, a VHF radio, mini weather
station and a telephone line. Sorry, there is no Internet access at
CFBKYC.
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Q. Is a boom available to remove my
mast?
A. Yes, for use at your own risk
during specific periods after lift-in and before lift-out, and in case of
emergency. Available club members will be available to assist you in the
operation.
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Q. When can I use the Club boat?
A. The club boats are for use when
standing watch and while running the Sail Training Program. They are not for
personal use.
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Q. What is the alcohol policy at the
Club?
A. The Club policy on alcohol is in
accordance with the CFB Kingston policy and Transport Canada.
Essentially, alcohol can only be consumed onboard vessels that have the
facilities required to be authorized to do so.
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Q. Where can I park my car(s)?
A. Members are authorised to park
only one (1) car at the lower level. The upper level can accommodate guest
vehicles.
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Q. What is a courtesy dock?
A. The Club has one dock that can
accommodate 2 vessels for members on wet mooring, reciprocals or visitors for a
period not to exceed 2 hours.
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Q. Can I become a member if my boat
is less than 19 ft?
A. The Club will accommodate small
pleasure craft to full time CF members of the base who want to be part of our
club. The small boats will be provided space for storage on trailers and
the ramp will be used when required. There is an extra fee to be determined by
the executive committee. Kayaks, canoes and skiffs will be provided with
storage in the dinghies area with no extra fee recommended other than the
membership.
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Q. Can I become a member if I have a
kayak, a skiff, or a canoe?
A. The Club will
accommodate full time CF members of the base who want to be part of our
club.
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Q. What is a reciprocal program?
A. Yachts clubs can be ‘reciprocal’
if they accept our reciprocal offer to exchange club’s privileges as per the
agreement letters exchanged between participating yacht clubs.
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Q. Am I expected to serve on the
executive committee?
A. No one is required to serve on the
executive committee but your participation is highly encouraged.
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Q. How can I determine what kind of
slip we require and what the cost is, if I can not see what is available and
determine which type of slip we require?
A. You will be informed promptly by
the Membership Officer, RC Yachts or the respective Fleet Captain as to what
mooring is available for your vessel. Simply indicate your preferences when you
complete your Application and we will inform you as soon as possible. For
example, if you requested a Finger Dock (New) but assigned another type of
mooring, you will be reimbursed for the overpayment, and vice versa, if applicable.
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Q. Upon submitting the Application
Forms, do we give a deposit or post dated cheque?
A. In order to be considered for
membership and to proceed, full payment must accompany your Application.
Either a cheque for the full amount dated as of today, or by using the Non
Public Property (NPP) Payment Deduction Authorization (PDA) form included in
your Application papers.
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Q. When will I know if I have a
space?
A. You will be informed on or shortly
after March 31 which mooring has been assigned to your vessel. After March 31,
first come first serve based on availability.
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Q. What is the
"pre-authorized" form attached with the Application for?
A. If you are referring to the NPP
PDA, this form is required if you choose to pay by Credit Card or by cheque
(voided) and payment to be withdrawn on April 1st, or in three monthly
instalments (April 1st, May 1st, and June 1st).
