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Commodore’s Message
First off, I would like to thank the membership for voting me in as your Commodore. I am beyond humbled by the love and support of the membership. I would like to personally thank Trustee Lisa DiPaolo for helping me clean and organize the whole building from the bottom floor to the 3rd floor. There is now a lost and found for items located on the first floor on the top of the ramp along with a coat rack. I would also like to personally thank Eric Baumann and Lorie Hannah for all the hard work they do volunteering around the building every week. As well, a big thank you to member Dave Slowinski who is always outside on the beach getting a great workout in. He always gets the beach cleaned for the club events such as the Labor Day Party. Also, I would also like to thank Trustee Stan Kazima for seeing my vision through and building a beautiful handicap accessible shelf attached to our bar for anyone who is in a wheelchair or needs to be seated in one of our dining room chairs at the bar. Vice Commodore Rainer Moellering and Trustee Stan Kazima have started a burgee exchange program called, “Give One Get One”. Please request one of our burgees if you are visiting another yacht club that will exchange for one of theirs. The exchanged burgee will then be hung in our club with the location of the club’s burgee and your name on a plague under the burgee. Please check out the current burgees hanging so we receive no duplicates. For any more information please see Rainer or Stan. The Labor Day Party was a big success. It was great seeing all the volunteers that supported our club that day. We had great food, music, and a lot of fun amongst the members. Thank you to all the volunteers, without you all we would not be the best club that we are. As we are coming into Fall, we have a lot of great things occurring at your club. Past Commodore Ron Heinzman will be cooking in the kitchen twice a month on Friday nights making all his delicious specials. He will be in the kitchen Friday September 29th, this month. Your club opens at 9 am Sunday Mornings with breakfast being served from 9 am to 11:30 am. There is also a great Sunday Football Menu served from 1 pm to 7 pm. Monday thru Wednesday we have delicious food specials paired with a complimentary domestic beer. We have hired a new bartender Kayla Soto for Monday nights. Come down and enjoy Meatball Mondays and meet our newest member to our great GPYC team. Every month we have entertainment, with the confirmed monthly events listed below. September Saturday September 23rd, Tom Vincent 7:30pm-10:30pm October Friday October 13th, Tom Vincent 7:30pm to 10:30pm Wednesday October 18th, GPYC Golf Outing, Registration starts 11:30 am Wednesday October 25th, Rain Date for GPYC Golf Outing Friday October 27th, Matt Noffsinger 7:30pm-10:30pm Saturday October 28th, Kids Halloween Party 1pm-3pm, Adult Costume Party Saturday Night 7pm November Friday November 10th, Tom Vincent 7:30pm-10:30 pm Friday November 17th, Matt Noffsinger 7:30pm-10:30pm December Friday December 8th, Matt Noffsinger 7:30pm-10:30pm Saturday December 9th, Children’s Christmas Party 11am-2pm Saturday December 16th, Adult Christmas Party, Ornament Exchange & Wear your Ugliest Sweater Friday December 22nd, Tom Vincent 7:30pm-10:30pm Sunday December 31st, New Year’s Eve -To Be Announced It is truly my honor to be your Commodore, Vanessa Heinzman, Commodore We’re into a new year at the club and we’re looking forward at all the positive possibilities the year will have to offer. GPYC club member Russ Cline and his committee are working hard on the wine and farmers market festival in May, which may prove to be the biggest event (fundraiser) our club has ever had. The kitchen will be opening back up with a new bar menu and everyone is enjoying the new drink menu at the bar. We are in the preliminary phase of the bulkhead and dock repairs which also vision a deck expansion. We are planning some great nights of entertainment to include a physic night for all our members, which will be a lot of fun.
I am very pleased with the work we have accomplished this year and at the same time we look back at some of the great members we lost in 2021. COVID has set us back at times, but we all agree that keeping our building and GPYC family safe is our top priority. Your Board of Trustees has worked hard this year so far and I am proud to serve on your Board with each and every Board Member. We will continue to update you weekly with all the club news and as we move into the New Year. We will be back open on Wednesday January 12th at 11:00 a.m. We will have all the year-end numbers for the bar and kitchen at the February General Membership meeting and there are no expenditures being voted on at this time. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your Commodore going into 2022 and I look forward to seeing everyone at your club. On behalf of myself and the entire GPYC Board of Trustees, we wish everyone a Happy, Healthy, and safe New Year! Respectfully, Ron Heinzman, GPYC Commodore The Holiday Season is upon us at the GPYC and we have our holiday drop off box located to the left of the doorway leading into the hall from the bar/dining area for much needed food for those in need this time of year. I again would like to thank Mike and Christine Kohler for leading this project. Lets get that box filled this week for those that can really use our help.
Trustee Linda Clarici will be putting out information real soon for New Years Eve at the club. The club will be open from 7:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. It will be a cash bar and tickets will go out for food. Linda will get the information out real soon. Trustee Vanessa Heinzman continues to fog the building each week and our tremendous cleaning crew is doing a great job keeping our club maintained to the highest standards. On behalf of myself and the entire GPYC Board of Trustees, we wish everyone a happy, healthy, and safe Holiday Season. I again would like to thank our outstanding kitchen and bar staff for making the club the place it is. See you all at your club! Respectfully, Ron Heinzman, GPYC Commodore First, I would like to say, “Happy Veteran’s Day” to all our Service man and woman, both active and retired. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. We will be holding our annual Veteran’s Day Breakfast at the GPYC on Sunday, November 7th from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Ronald Brooks will be singing the National Anthem and Ocean County American Legion Commander Brian Hagal will be our guest speaker.
I wish to again thank all the GPYC members that came out to clean up the club after the storm we had. The water just made it into the front door of the building leaving a small pile of sand to the right of the door. The exterior grounds were in bad shape, but only temporarily due to the quick response from our GPYC team. Board members Linda Clarici, Lenny Gomez, Ernie Chapman, Rainer Moellering along with members Eric Baumann, Dave Slowinski, Stan Kazima, John O’Keefe, Jeff Pfatt, Joe Carey, Don Krebs, Danny Comer, and Kevin Hart; thank you again! I will keep everyone up to date with the weekly emails and we hope to see everyone this Holiday Season at your club. Respectfully, Ron Heinzman, GPYC Commodore October is here and I do not have much to report this month because quite frankly, everything is running smoothly. We are keeping up on the building maintenance; the fogging is continually performed by Trustee Vanessa Heinzman and the kitchen and bar are in great shape. The sign up sheet is posted at the club for the Children’s Halloween party on Saturday October 23rd . Trustee Linda Clarici and the Entertainment Committee will get more information out to you as it gets a little closer.
Trustee Larry Clarici wishes to remind all of our slip holders that November 1st is approaching, so please make arrangements to remove your boat by the first of the month. Larry and his crew will be installing the bubbler system after the first before the real cold weather moves in. I will keep posting the weekly club news along with the kitchen specials as we move into the fall. On behalf of myself and the entire GPYC Board of Trustees, we thank you for your continued support, patience, and dedication to your club. Respectfully, Ron Heinzman, GPYC Commodore As we move into the fall, I again wish to thank everyone that ran for office and congratulate all the candidates elected to the 2021-2022 Board of Trustees. I also wish to thank a few members that gave a helping hand to Trustee Larry Clarici and I the other night during the remnants of Hurricane Ida. A few boats were heavily damaged, and we had one sink on the East dock. Board members Andy Chencharik, Vanessa Heinzman along with club member Russ Cline, and former Commodore Ed Horton helped us until it was unsafe, and we had to leave the docks. The water was shut off due to a broken water line. Member Kristen Aquino’s husband Mark and my son Ron Heinzman Jr. volunteered their time and fixed the water issue on the dock on Friday (9/3). Thank you both.
The Labor Day “Meet and Greet” brunch was a success. Thank you to Trustee (Chef) Lenny Gomez and member Eric Baumann along with all the kitchen volunteers for all your hard work this week in prepping for the event. Another big shout out to Bob Schaffener and his crew of volunteers for the set up and break down of the beach equipment. As we move into the Fall, I want to take the time to let each member know that we continue to fog the building for COVID-19 and the cleaning crew in addition to doing the fantastic job they do, take the time to hit every touchable service to include every door handle in the building from the front door to the back decks. It continues to be the top priority of the Board of Trustees to maintain your building in the highest standards. Just as a general reminder, if you do not feel well or just think it’s the common cold, (Probably is) stay out of the building for a few days until you’re better. Respectfully, Ron Heinzman, GPYC Commodore The summer is half over now and we will be looking ahead to the fall. I wish to thank each GPYC Board member for their time and service to our club. The Election Committee headed by former Commodore Tom Noonan is getting ready for our Election Day on August 14th and he will be putting out more information as the date gets closer.
I think it’s important to give you an update on the state of your club. As I write this message to you, we have on hand: Operating Account........................ $ 7,374.54 Credit Card/Rebuilding Account.... $ 92,204.66 Fundraising/Slip Account...............$ 23,386.17 TOTAL Accessible Liquid Monies...$ 122,965.37 SBA payback account.....................$ 80,362.70 On another important note, there have been many false rumors and false information spread out over social media during this election cycle. In a lot of instances, the individual(s) tag or check into other organizations and local businesses and place their political views and in some instances have made insinuations that I take kick backs from a local restaurant and further have indicated I am involved in criminal activity. I have a print-out in one instance where my opponent asked for more comments. This is totally unacceptable behavior, and we are better than this. I have personally apologized to the Exalted Ruler of the Toms River Elks #175, The Commodore of the Island Heights Yacht Club, The Toms River Yacht Club, and the County Commander of the American Legion. Just to name a few. Further, I have never been a paid Commodore of this building. I am, however, your paid kitchen manager and have proudly been in this position since November of 2017 before I was even a Board member. My salary was mirrored to the bar manager’s and the person who made the motion at the first meeting I presided over as Commodore taking away my hourly rate to make a set salary was Edwin Gillan. It was seconded, and unanimously approved. I do not and have never voted on my own salary, nor set my own salary. My family and wife have been embarrassed by these slanderous postings and the one person who should have stopped it and advised his running mates that this is unacceptable, didn’t. So as your Commodore, I want to say I am embarrassed, and I want to apologize to each member of this club for their poor behavior. We are better than this and this is not who we are. When we walk in the doors of this beautiful building, we are not Republicans or Democrats; we are GPYC members. We are not setting a good example for the many new members who come into this club to enjoy the facilities looking forward to good food, drinks, and most importantly, not being badgered with club nonsense while you’re trying to eat your dinners. Also, just as important, we are not leaving a positive image in the community we share with our neighbors and other organizations. In closing, I have said it before, and I will say it again. It has been a complete honor and privilege to serve as your Commodore. I also wish to thank each Board member by name for their service to this club. Vice-Commodore Tom Herr, Recording Secretary Dave Felon, Financial Secretary Rainer Moellering, Treasurer Andy Chencharik, Trustee, Tom McGovern, Trustee, Vanessa Heinzman, Trustee, Denise Giuffre, Trustee, Linda Clarici, Trustee, Lenny Gomez, Trustee Jay Delesandro, Trustee Ernie Chapman, and Trustee Bob Schaffener. I encourage everyone to vote on August 14th for your favorite candidates. Respectfully, Ronald P. Heinzman, GPYC Commodore July is here and if the weather cooperates, we have some nice upcoming events. First, July 10th is our General Membership meeting, which will be held on the 3rd floor at 7:30 p.m. Former Commodore Tom Noonan has been appointed by me to head our 2021 Election Committee, where nominations from the floor will take place for all of the Flag Officer positions, and four Trustees positions. The Trustee position is a two-year term, and the Flag Officer positions are a one-year term.
I will be seeking another term as your Commodore. I have said it before, and I will say again, that it is been a privilege and an honor to serve as your Commodore. I consider every member and your families my GPYC Family, and I will continue to move our organization forward; continue to be fiscally responsible; and lead our Board of Trustees into the new year. Contrary to any rumors you may have heard, your club is doing great! As I write this message to the membership, the kitchen and bar are profiting, and Andy reports we have $27,422.86 in the TD Operating Account, $23,386.17 in the Ocean First Rainy Day/Dock Account and $68,695.00 in the Ocean First Credit Card Account for a total of 119,504.03 available cash. This does not include $80,322.70 placed aside for the TD SBA account. July 14th we be hosting our second annual Day on the Bay with TEAM Randy led by Treasurer Andy Chencharik. It is without a doubt, a day I’m looking forward to and one of the best days of the year at the club giving these outstanding young men and women a day on the bay. If you have time to stop by and lend a hand, contact Andy. July 17th is our Summer Beach Party from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Umberto will be back serving all your favorites and there will be live entertainment on the beach from the Daddy/Daughter Duo. Trustee Denise Giuffre and Diane Moellering have nice things for the kids planned as well. We will set up all our tables and tents, but it is recommended that you bring a chair and beach equipment to set up comfortably for the afternoon. It’s going to be a nice event and I along with the Board of Trustees are looking forward to seeing everyone at the beach. August 1st is our annual crabbing contest. It is another club staple and there is a sign-up sheet inside the club for volunteers. Trustees Lenny Gomez and Jay Delesandro will be volunteering the day in the kitchen making all the favorites to go along with your catch of the day. If you wish to help Lenny in the kitchen, please let him know or sign up. Traditionally, this is a day where all the members look forward to the desserts provided by the membership. If you wish to donate a dessert dish, please let us know. August 14th is Election Day at the club. Commodore Noonan will be providing information soon with current board members seeking re-election and any new members seeking new positions. I encourage everyone with an interest in a position to run for a board seat. I also encourage all members to vote. Your vote counts and will determine the direction of your club moving into the new year. I would like to thank the current GPYC Board of Trustees for their time and dedication to the club. I would also like to thank a few members again that always go above and beyond. Andy Chencharik, Rainer and Diane Moellering, Tom Herr, Tom McGovern, Tom Noonan, Vanessa Heinzman, Jay Delesandro, Linda Clarici, Eric Baumann, Denise Giuffre, Lenny Gomez, Dave Felton, Don Krebs, and Dave Slowinski. On behalf of myself and the entire GPYC Board of Trustees, we wish everyone a safe and healthy 4thof July weekend! Respectfully, Ron Heinzman, GPYC Commodore Even though the weather did not cooperate for the Memorial Day Party, we will be posting a date to host a July party on the Beach. We will get the information out to you soon. I have asked Denise Giuffre and Entertainment Committee for some summer entertainment ideas such as DJ’s/Live bands.
Information recently went out regarding a Boater’s Safety Course, which is going to be held right here at the GPYC. The class will be held on June 22nd and June 24th. The starting time is 5 p.m. and you must attend both classes. I would like to thank member Colette Conroy for taking the time to set this class up for us. If successful, we will look to have classes on a more regular basis at the club. Linda Clarici and Vanessa Heinzman have sent the information out via Email and Facebook. I would like to thank some of the members that have working exceptionally hard during our reopening process. Rainer and Diane Moellering, Eric Baughman, Vanessa Heinzman, Linda Clarici, Lenny Gomez, Dave Slowisnski, Andy Chencharik, Tom McGovern, Dave Felton, Tom Herr, Russ Cline, and Kristen Aquino. On behalf of myself, the Board of Trustees, and the entire kitchen and bar staff at the GPYC, we want to say thank you and welcome back now that we are fully open again! See you at the club! Respectfully, Ron Heinzman, GPYC Commodore May is here along with the warmer weather. The club has been doing great since we reopened our doors on March 16th. This weekend for the first time in over a year, there will be bar room seating on Friday May 7th. It appears the Governor is looking to lift capacity restrictions on May 19th. The building has been fogged daily and we are doing our best to keep the building safe. Remember, COVID-19 restrictions are still in place, so please wear your masks when not seated and remember to take your temperature when entering the building and log your information on the sheet provided.
The kitchen has been very busy, and both the bar and kitchen teams are going a tremendous job. The kitchen staff is looking for a Chef for Saturday afternoon and evenings. If any GPYC member is interested or had a family member interested, please reach out to me or Trustee Lenny Gomez and let us know. On May 8th, our monthly meeting will take place on the first floor at 11:00 a.m. The club will open after the meeting. It’s been a long year, but we are heading in the right direction. On behalf of myself and the entire GPYC Board of Trustees, we appreciate your patience and support. Respectfully, Ron Heinzman, GPYC Commodore |
AuthorVanessa Heinzman is the current Commodore of the Gilford Park Yacht Club. 
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