Last night in Crosshaven in Cork Harbour, Royal Cork Yacht Club elected its new Admiral and flag officers writes Bob Bateman
As previously reported by Afloat.ie, Pat Farnan was elected Admiral of the club to lead it in to its tricentenary in 2020.
Former Cork Port Harbour Master Pat Farnan, who had previously served as Vice-Admiral, takes over from John Roche. Farnan's term will take him to January 2020, the year of RCYC's 300th anniversary.
Other members of Farnan's committee are: Pat Harte Treasurer/Secretary, Colin Morehead, Vice Admiral. Back Row. Simon Brewitt, Chairman of the Marina and Facilities Committee, Mike Rider Rear Admiral Cruising, Kieran O'Connell Rear Admiral Keelboats, Brian Jones Rear Admiral Dinghies and Annamarie Fegan Bar Catering House and Communications.
Plans have been drawn up for refurbishment of the RCYC club premises which members partially approved last night.
Work is underway on refurbishing and improving dressing rooms areas at present.