EORC's NEWSLETTER (March 2002)

MINUTES FROM MEETING OF FEBRUARY 21, 2002:

There were 11 members present: Erik Petersen, Paul Sumereau, Ron and Judy Mediatore, Howie and Jason Pickerell, Pete Voss, Diane Murray, Pam and Dave Young and John Petersen.

Treasurer’s Report: Jason gave the Treasurer’s Report.

Old Business: Jason will have new rule books printed at school. The secretary provided up dated racing and safety rules and by-laws but was unable to locate class specifications. After discussion, the following specifications were agreed upon for each class:
C Stock Runabout: 30 cubic inch maximum displacement; no open pipes; 11 foot minimum boat length; no side turning fin; and 1 3/8 inch engine height.
C Stock Hyrdoplane: 30 cubic inch maximum displacement; no open pipes; center of prop shaft must below the bottom of the boat.
A Stock Runabout: 15 cubic inch maximum displacement; no open pipes, 10 foot minimum boat length, no side turning fm, 1 3/8 inch engine height.
A Stock Hydroplane: 15 cubic inch maximum displacement; no open pipes; center of prop shaft must be below the bottom of the boat.
Junior “J” Class: Drivers must be not less than 9 or more than 16 years of age. All racers under 18 years of age must have parent or legal guardian sign release for each event. No other persons will be allowed to sign release on behalf of the minor. Boats must be 7 foot minimum (see boat rules)
No weight restrictions.
Remote steering only (see safety rules)
8 hp maximum engine in stock configuration including gearcase, cowlings, propeller, etc.
2.5 inch minimum full diameter propeller ring that completely covers blades is required. Automatic shut off throttle. Engine must shut off when throttle is released. Lanyard stop attached to the driver.
Anticavitation plate must be even or below the bottom of the deepest point of the boat. Must be self-planing (no throwing on plane)
Same course and class structure unless otherwise specified by the race committee at the race site.
All other racing and safety rules will apply.

All agreed the banquet was a great success. Tickets for the auction were sold out! Attendance was the most anyone could remember.

New Business:
Special Event: 30 to 60 cubic inch classes will be determined by the race committee on a race by race basis.
AOF Insurance: Diane reported on AOF insurance and it was decided that the club will keep the same insurance as last year and Paul will take care of the insurance for the next year. We will order insurance for four races with firm dates and change them as needed. Premiums will be higher than last year, but we do still have a credit for one race.

Race sites: Howie spoke with the Mayor of West Hampton Dunes who wants us to come back and race there. We can race anytime, but tide will be a problem.
Advertising: The club has purchased an ad in the AMI newsletter which lists contact people and the web site address.

Pam can get posters advertising races printed in black ink on 8 12 x 14 inch poster board for $82 /100.

There being no further business, meeting was adjourned.