Yankee Flyers of Connecticut

YFOC Meeting Minutes for 5-17-2026
The meeting commenced at 1400 hours with 10 members in attendance. The location was
Brooklyn Flying Field.
Treasurer's Report:
The Treasurer's report was given verbally.  The report was accepted into the meeting minutes.
Secretary's Report:
The Secretary's report was accepted. Welcome new member: n/a
Old Business
1. Field table repair status: Erick and Gary stated their respective tables are complete and
are ready to be transported to Gawron field. Steve stated he is looking for additional
wheels for the tables.
2. 501C7 status. Dave stated he paid the accountant the $150 dollar fee to complete the
501C7 application.
3. Weather station repair/status. Steve stated Allen worked on the station for over an hour.
He took the station back with him to continue to work on it at his residence.
4. Paul H stated the building committee is on hold until the funds are raised.
New Business:
1. Paul H suggested we apply for a restaurant depot membership. He stated a YFOC letter
with official letterhead is needed to process the application.
2. Paul H. discussed the details of the Southbridge Airport swap meet, he said we realized
$200 dollars in sales.
3. Nick asked for any suggestions that he can implement as safety officer; or if there were
any safety concerns or ideas, please discuss them with Nick. Pilot stations for Gawron
Field was mentioned. Gary stated we should table this conversation until we are at
Gawron Field.
4. Steve reminded everyone to police any trash at the field; and for all dog owners to pick
up after their dogs.
5. Mowing of the fields was mentioned. Paul H suggested Gary should initiate a cutting
schedule so members can volunteer their time to assist with cutting. Wayne reminded
everyone we have three fields to consider. Erick inquired when the next meeting would
be at Bull hill (September 2026).
6. The first float fly for 2026 is Sunday June 7th.
7. The next meeting is June 13th, Saturday combined with a food / fun fly, time: 1:15 p.m.
The food fun fly starts at 12 noon.

Meeting was adjourned at1445 hours.

Submitted by:
Wayne Kowal
Club Secretary

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