Lake Gaston Water Safety Council

Membership Meeting

May 27, 2026

 

 

Members and guests arrived at 6:15 PM for social hour before the May membership meeting at the Long Bridge Volunteer Fire Department.  President Drew Goodwin brought pizza, which was available to purchase by the slice.

 

 

President Drew called the meeting to order at 6:45 PM with 17 people in attendance, and he led the congregation in the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

Treasurer Debbie Andrews reported our balance as $8,475.64.

Melissa reported that we have 94 members.

Announcements / Important Dates:

·         Membership Meeting – June 24th, Roanoke Wildwood Fire Department

o   July 29th and August 26th meetings will be held at Long Bridge Fire Department

o   September 30th Pig Pick’n will be held at Roanoke Wildwood Fire Department

 

Ray won $17.50 in the 50/50 raffle. Congratulations, Ray!

 

 

 

Presentation: Lake Boating Courtesy, Drew Goodwin

This presentation highlighted safe, respectful recreation for everyone. To learn more about understanding lake boating etiquette, safe navigation and right of way, consideration for other lake users, environmental stewardship and cleanliness, emergency preparedness, and helping others, you can download the presentation on Facebook or our website: https://lakegastonwatersafetycouncil.com.

 

Meeting adjourned at 7:25 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Lin Harbold, Secretary