News – February 28, 2020

Muriel Pearson – Saturday, February 29, 20:00 First Presbyterian Church

Chip McGuire – Saturday, February 29, 11:00 St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church

605 S. Lumina Property: Last night, the town of Wrightsville Beach denied our request for a variance to allow us to build the side-by-side duplex that we chose. We needed a variance to allow us to build closer to the property line on the North side which abuts the gravel parking lot. The Committee will now choose a different plan – probably an over-under duplex plan which meets city codes. The timeline remains the same. The building will be complete in time for the rental season in 2021. A special meeting of Regular Members will be called to approve financing in either late Spring or early Summer.

Room Reservations: Remember, Monday is the first day that members should mail their reservation requests for the summer season. Look back at last month’s blog for more information on room reservations. Room reservations must be mailed to the PO Box – they cannot be dropped off at the Club. And, if you have an outstanding balance, your reservation will not be considered.

Dues: If you have not paid your dues, they are over a month past due. According to our Constitution, any member who fails to pay dues shall be automatically suspended and denied the privileges of membership. Any issues with dues should be reported to the Secretary-Treasurer at secretary.hanoverseaside@gmail.com. If you have decided not to renew your membership, please contact the President at president.hsc.18@gmail.com

Membership Applications: We currently have a tremendous backlog of applications for membership. Very few new members are taken each year; therefore, the stack of applicants has grown significantly through the years. The Board has passed a motion that for the future, only applications for children and grandchildren of members will be accepted. Sons and daughters who apply prior to their 26th birthday or their marriage, whichever comes first, will continue to be accepted as stated in the Constitution. Children and grandchildren who did not apply prior to their 26th birthday or their marriage will be added to the application files and will be accepted only when membership falls below the Constitutional limit. Applications for anyone who is not the child or grandchild of a current member will not be accepted. Also, incomplete applications will not be accepted. A list of documentation required is listed on the application and includes a picture, two letters, and signatures of a sponsor and 2 members. If an application is turned in and not complete, it will be returned. If it is not turned in complete by the 26th birthday or marriage, the applicant will not be offered membership. If you have a son/daughter who will be turning 26 or getting married in the next year, and will be requesting membership, please contact president.hsc.18@gmail.com.

Member Satisfaction: Our goal this year is to improve member satisfactioon. We want our members to come to the Club often and enjoy the dining room, snack bar, and events offered. If you have ideas to improve your Hanover Seaside Club experience, please e-mail help@hanoverseaside.com. Let us know what menus you prefer, events you would like to see offered, and any other hints to improve our Club.

Work Day: Our Spring Work Day will be held on Saturday, April 18 beginning at 9:00AM. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend. The Facilities Committee has several projects to complete on this day. We will be advising what tools/supplies you should bring closer to the day. Rain date is April 25.

Parking Stickers: The decision was made last Spring to use our parking stickers through October 2020. If you have a new vehicle that does not have a sticker, please stop by the office to complete a registration form. Stickers will not be mailed in the season opening letter.

March 9, 7:00 – BUNCO! No reservations necessary. Cover fee – $6 which will be split among winners. Bring a snack/drink and join the fun.

March 24, 6:00 – Board Meeting. All members welcome. In order to speak, contact the President in advance.