High Tide January 2016

Inside this Issue:

Commodore’s Comments

Winter Rendezvous

Event Calendar

Children's Christmas

Party

Installation Dinner

101 Marshall Avenue

South Milwaukee, WI 53172

Photo of the Month

South Milwaukee Yacht Club

2016 OFFICERS

COMMODORE Jon Haag

VICE COMMODORE

Mike Gengler

REAR COMMODORE

Jan Ruggles

CORRESPONDING

SECRETARY

Katy Steinhaus

TREASURER

Betsy Reifschneider FINANCIAL SECRETARY

Bob Jepson

FLEET CAPTAIN

Bryan Gahan

BOARD MEMBERS Bryan Gahan

Michael Cieczka

Rick Klamrowski

Karen Kilman

Ryan Rybka

Randy Kempowski

2015 COMMITTEE CHAIRS

HOUSE AND BAR Mickey Nowak (Bar Manager)

Mary Jo Haag (House/Hall Manager)

CRUISE Open

ENTERTAINMENT

Cheryl Rybka

FINANCE Mike Gengler

FLEET CAPTAIN

Bryan Gahan

GAS Jon Haag

GROUNDS

“Fish”

HARBOR & DOCKS Randy Kempowski

HEALTH & WELFARE

Debbie Smith

HOUSE MAINTENANCE Gary Gale

JUNIOR ADVISOR

Krissy Schroeder

L.M.Y.A. Linda Daly & Jim Rothschadl

MANPOWER

Mike Cieczka

MARKETING Karen (Kiki) Kilman

MEMBERSHIP

Karen (Kiki) Kilman

PLANNING Kyle Brunk

AUDIT

Kyle Brunk

LAUNCH AND HAUL OUT Bob Smith

RULES AND BYLAWS

TBD

Commodore’s Comments

Happy New Year’s SMYC!

I am so looking forward to this year. As a Club, we are in a great

position for 2016. Financially we are on solid ground. Our member-

ship numbers are phenomenal going into the year. I personally can-

not wait for Pier Bidding in March. It should be one for the ages.

Our Board is definitely the most diverse one that I have been involved with. Katy

Steinhaus (Corresponding Secretary) is a 3rd generation SMYC’er, Ryan Rybka

(Board Member) is a 2nd generation SMYC’er, and Bob Jepson is a new member

who will be taking over the Financial Secretary position. We have three former

Commodores as Flag Officers and a very experienced Board.

The most important part of our Club is our Members. We are blessed with a great

community. I have a great example of the generosity of our community. The area

experienced a huge wind event at the end of December. One of the boats in particu-

lar lost its cover in the storm. The boat is owned by Greg Zielinski, Greg has a

medical issue which has been taking most of his time whipping this issue. Several

members decided to help him out – Tom Hoffa, Tom Schulz, Gary Gale, and An-

drew Bennett. They stepped up and recovered Greg’s boat. I received a note

from Greg stating he was so appreciative to this crew for helping him out. It is one

example of many that happen every year.

My goals for 2016 are really pretty simple:

The fun factor is a priority for the Club.

Positioning ourselves financially for the future.

Project management on infrastructure needs of the Club.

With that said our Commodores will be sharing the load throughout the year. Jan

Ruggles (Rear Commodore) will focus on the infrastructure needs through

working with the various Committees that oversee such things. Mike Gengler (Vice

Commodore) will be focusing on our financial positioning now and into the future

working with the Financial Secretary, Treasurer, and Finance Committee. That

leaves the fun factor priority to me…it will be a struggle…but I will give it the old

Commodore try! All of this focus requires the assistance of Membership. We are

all very busy people and have lives outside of the Club. If you have a passion or see

a need step up. There is always something to do around the Club. We are always

looking for someone to sponsor an event. Talk with Cheryl Rybka or myself if you

want to spread some fun. All of the various committees will need assistance and it

is a great way to meet like minded people, not to mention keep our costs under con-

trol. I will be more than happy to help you find your niche in the Club.

Don’t forget we have our annual Installation of Officers coming up January 23rd.

Tickets are available, see our incredible bartenders to sign up.

See you at the Club,

Jon Haag

smyccommodore@gmail.com

414-617-3438

mailto:smyccommodore@gmail.com

When: Saturday, February 27th, 2016

$25 per person

Avoid the winter doldrums! Join us for a day in Port Washington

Details: Bus trip to Port Washington for all SMYCers and their guests. Poker Run will take place

during the day with stops at Schooner’s Pub, Port Washington Yacht Club and several other

establishments in the area. A map will be provided to those on the bus with exclusive deals at

local establishments in downtown Port Washington. We only have room for 40 people –so sign

up soon! Your $25 covers the bus ride, munchies on the bus, and LOTS OF FUN!! Alcohol is

allowed on the bus, but no glass bottles.

Please arrive at SMYC by 11:00 AM. The bus will be leaving at 11:30 SHARP!! Departure from

Port Washington will be at 7pm to return back to SMYC. This will give participants a chance to

eat and enjoy the day in Port Washington. There is a sign-up sheet behind the bar at the club.

Payment is required when signing up, cash or check (made out to Katy Steinhaus) is preferred. If

you have any questions, please contact Katy Steinhaus @ 414-588-1101.

Happy Birthday! Christine Peterson 2/1

Mike Trock 2/1 Kim Miller 2/4

Mike Herington 2/4 Tony Karwacki 2/5

Linda Daly 2/6 Ralph Michaels 2/6 Sue Schlichting 2/7

Katherine Wunsch 2/7 Cathy Bruck 2/8

Michael Johnson 2/8 Marilyn Kotarak 2/8 Neal Modlinski 2/8

Ron Ilk 2/9

Joe Tarnowski 2/9 Tim Frederick 2/11

JJ Reifschneider 2/12 Mary Oudeans 2/13

Don Green 2/14 Jeffery Hansen 2/14 Kenny Sierszen 2/15

Jon Gore 2/16 Jim Kraus 2/18

Richard “Swifty” Smukalla 2/19 Shirley Tarnowski 2/19

Chuck Wolter 2/19 Mike Gengler, Jr. 2/23

Dave Schiel 2/23 Bob Spenner 2/23

Duane Kissling 2/24

Paul Rozinski 2/24 Justin Zblewski 2/25 Doug Gouthro 2/27

Tony Rosa 2/28

Happy Anniversary! John & Teri Hoch 2/1

Chuck & Judy Wolter 2/15 Al & Christine Peterson 2/22

Jerry & Lois Kowalczewski 2/26 Steve & Sharyn Hock 2/29

If you don’t see your birth-day here, please email

bountyhunter3@sbcglobal.com

Celebrators

SMYC Events Upcoming

(Cut and save for reference…don’t forget to update from High Tide as events and times may change)

January 1 Rose Bowl Game A Sponsor Is Needed 8 Hors d’oeuvre Night 6:00pm Club 9 Chili Cook Off 5:00pm Martins 11 Board Meeting 6:00pm Club 23 Installation of Officers and Dinner 5:30pm Club Dinner, Live Music and Dancing- This Year’s Event is at The Club February 1 Board Meeting 6:00pm Club 5 Hors d’oeuvre Night 6:00pm Club 15 General Membership Meeting 7:00pm Club 27 Port Washington Rendezvous TBD Steinhaus Please Join Us for the Installation Dinner Dance on January 23rd. Reservations are still being excepted- forms can be found in this newsletter or at the bar. If you have any questions give Mary Jo or me a call. Also, we are always looking for new ideas for events and activities. If you have any ideas or would like to sponsor an event give me a call! Thank you!!!

Entertainment Chairperson Cheryl Rybka.

If you’d like to sponsor an event or have an idea, Please contact Cheryl at

(C) 414-530-8770 or email: rybkaC@yahoo.com

Children’s

Christmas Party

Halloween Party Pics

Wanted! The cold weather is here, and soon the snow will be

Falling.

The club is looking for one or more volunteers to shovel

the club entrances and gate walkway this season.

Anyone who needs hours, contact Fish.

414-255-5279

101 Marshall Avenue

South Milwaukee, WI 53172

Seating limited to 100 people so make sure you sign up soon!!

Your $40.00 per person includes a drink, dinner and live music

Questions should be directed to Cheryl Rybka or Mary Jo Haag.

The program will consist of

5:30—6:15 Cocktails Cash Bar

6:15 Dinner and Installation of Officers

8:00 Dance/music by The Ray Edwards

Band

2016 Installation of Officers January 23, 2015

South Milwaukee Yacht Club