Category: Property & Grounds

Security System

31 Jan Announcement # 2 -Awaiting New Security System
Installation of a security system to protect the property, vessels and clubhouse during the winter is still awaiting completion..You may notice some equipment has been installed around the property and in the clubhouse but it is NOT armed.


Setup and training and information to the Board and Membership will take place prior to the start-up of this Motion Alarm and Camera system.Hoping for completion sometime after February 1, pending final delivery of equipment.The alarm system on the perimeter of the property, will be active during the night time hours.Stay tuned. We will keep you posted.Thank-you for your patience.

Security Committee ( Ad-hoc)On behalf of the Board of Directors

Stay-At-Home Restrictions

Dear GYC Members,

Due to the ongoing pandemic, Stay-At-Home Order and increased restrictions, we request that members only access the grounds for essential work and maintenance on your boat. We are continuing to monitor the situation and seeking clarity on what the new guidelines mean for our club. 

The clubhouse remains closed, except in case of emergency. A reminder to members that the defibrillator and emergency contact information is located on the upper floor of the clubhouse. 

The in-person launch meeting is postponed, and we are reviewing our launch options. 

We thank you for your patience while we work through these issues. Please keep an eye out for updates as we learn more information. 

In the meantime, be kind to each other and stay safe.

Clubhouse Closure Update

The clubhouse will be closed as of Monday November  23rd, with the exception of upstairs washrooms which will be accessible until the end of December. Please be advised the washrooms are not being professionally cleaned during this time. Use hand sanitizer and wipe down any surfaces you touch to protect yourself and fellow club members. Please follow public health guidelines and stay home if you are unwell.

Winter Preparation

Dear GYC Members

There are still a number of dock skirts down, ladders in the water etc. Please make sure you get your dock prepared for winter, and unplug your power cords.

As per our By-Laws

R17.  Fender Skirts must be lifted or adjusted to one foot or higher above the water by the Third Wednesday of November.

R45.  All boats must be unplugged by the Third Wednesday of November or the cord tagged with the date while charging (48 hours maximum per charge).

AED – New Emergency Equipment

GYC now has an Automated External Defibrillator located in a white metal box by the entrance to the women’s washroom upstairs at the club.

This is a device which is used to restart someone’s heart when they suffer a cardiac arrest and it can be used even by people with little or no training.  The procedure is as follows:

1.  If you find someone is collapsed then check that the scene is safe and shout for help and have someone call 911

2.  Check pulse and breathing and start CPR if needed and have someone get the AED.

3.  Remove the AED cover which requires a firm pull and press the “on” button. Apply the AED pads to a dry, bare chest wall as per the diagram on the pads.  The AED will talk to you and take you through the steps.

4.  Stand clear while the AED analyzes the heart rhythm.  Follow the verbal instructions from the machine.  Make sure no one is touching the victim when the shock is delivered.

When you open the cabinet door for the AED an alarm sounds.  This is to help prevent theft and also alert people that help may be required.  

This is a potentially life saving device and I would encourage people to have a look at it and to contact me if they have any questions.

Sincerely,

Ralph Suke

ralphsuke@live.com