THE SBYC DOCK, HOUSE & GROUNDS, and POOL RULES (revised 4/2008)
Dock Rules
1. All guest boats must register with the Club Manager immediately
after tying up.
2. Each member is responsible for securing his boat in a safe and
seaworthy manner. All lines, cleats, sampson posts, etc., are to be
in good condition; no portion of a boat may extend over a dock.
3. Sailboats shall secure all rigging so as to prevent any noise.
4. Non-members may not board member’s boat, unless member has
notified Club Manager in advance, or the person has with him a
written and signed authorization from the member, or in the event
of an emergency.
5. No person, other than owner, may move a boat from a slip or
mooring unless owner has notified Club Manager in advance, or
the person has with him a written and signed authorization from
the member, or in the event of an emergency.
6. Unnecessary and excessive running of a boat’s engine when at
dock is forbidden.
7. Outboards, or dinghies shall not be put into any regular boat slip.
8. Docks and finger piers should be kept clear of all lines and other
potential hazards.
9. Mooring lines are not to be left in the water.
10. Dinghies, rafts and television antennas are not to be placed or left
on dock or finger pier at any time.
11. Alteration to docks slips or lights shall be made only with written
permission of the Rear Commodore. Members altering slips will be
charged for the full size of the slip from the date of alteration.
12. Dock boxes, one to a member, must conform to club standards as
to color, placement and size. After October 1, 1991, all new dock
boxes should be white fiberglass and no greater than three feet by
four feet by six feet. They shall extend no more than two feet onto
the dock in order not to impede passageway.
13. Dock boxes must be in good condition of paint and repair by June
1st. Dock boxes not repaired or painted after 10 days written
notice from the Rear Commodore, will be repaired or painted by
the yacht club and cost charged to the member. Family name or
boat name shall be fixed to the vertical side. After March 1, 1991,
all dock boxes that are replaced must conform to rule 12 above.
14. Use of charcoal burners, gas burners, electric grills or any other
open flame is not permitted on boats or docks.
15. Return wheelbarrow to parking area immediately after usage. No
other vehicles are permitted on docks.
16. Engine parts. oil, or other greasy items shall not be placed or
hauled in wheelbarrow, unless so designated for that purpose.
17. Electric meters shall be read, documented and witnessed when
entering or leaving temporary or permanent slips. Members shall
not use electrical outlets in slips they have not registered for.
18. When boat is removed from slip for overnight or longer notify the
Club Manager and read electric meter.
19. Children who are non-swimmers are to wear life preservers when
on docks.
20. Dogs must be controlled, on close leash, by owner or responsible
member of family at all times.
21. No fishing or swimming from docks is permitted.
22. Weapons, beebee guns, firearms and fireworks are not permitted.
23. Radios, TV’s and other audible devices, shall be kept at moderated
levels at all times. Maintain quiet between the hours of 11 p.m.
and 8 a.m.
24. Loud hailers and bullhorns are not to be used for inter-dock
communications.
25. Condense trash and place in sturdy bags before depositing in
receptacles. Secure lids of trash receptacles.
26. Obscene language or profanity is not to be used at any time.
27. WALK — DO NOT RUN ON THE DOCK.
28. Carpet or runners are not permitted to be placed on dock or
finger dock.
29. Enforcement of all dock rules and prevention of unsafe practices
shall be the duty of the ranking Officer or Board Member on dock.
30. Rear Commodore shall be required to verify the ownership and
dimensions of the vessel owned by a member who is applying for
a permanent slip assignment by examining the vessel’s papers.
31. A key or lock combination for your boat must be given to the Club
Manager for use in an emergency.
32. No work may be performed on boats at the Club when such
work may interfere with the comfort, cleanliness or safety of other
boats or their occupants. Examples of such work are: sanding,
grinding or painting of any kind, where the dust, drippings, spray,
or noise is bothersome, irritating, or damaging to other boats or
their occupants; or any other kind of work that is objectionable to
members or their guests. If a member objects to the work being
done, that work shall cease immediately, until the objection can
be reviewed by the ranking Board member available. Members
wishing to do work or have work done of a questionable nature are
urged to seek prior Board approval, to avoid dispute.
33. Signs for the sale of a boat on land or water are prohibited.
34. If a member is permanently assigned to a slip for a boat which
presently qualifies, and purchases a smaller primary boat, no
longer qualifying for that slip, he would be allowed to retain the
current slip assignment until a qualifying slip becomes available.
The member would then be required to bid on the smaller slip.
35. Slips along the bulkhead shall be bid as variable length slips
as follows. The bulkhead slips on A dock shall be designated
as “50/60/70 foot” slips. The bulkhead slips on B dock shall be
designated as “60/70/80 foot” slips. Members may bid on these
slips so long as their primary boat qualifies for slips of any of the
listed lengths. The slip(s) shall be awarded to the most senior
member to bid. It shall be the responsibility of the member to
which the bulkhead slip has been awarded to add or remove
pilings or make any other alterations.
36. If a member sells their boat during the off season period from
November 1 through March 31, while their boat is docked at
SBYC, the new purchaser may keep the boat at SBYC, at the
discretion of the Rear Commodore, until March 31, provided they
have insurance to meet our minimum requirements and pay the
By-Law specified slip rental fee each month or portion thereof, in
advance. The member will be responsible for notifying the Rear
Commodore of the sale, making sure the insurance is in place and
that the slip fee and electric fees are paid.
37. Guests of SBYC members or a visiting guest whose belongs to a
yacht club that is a member of the Chesapeake Bay Yacht Club
Association or the Yachting Club of America may rent a slip or the
guest dock areas upon approval of the Rear Commodore. The
rate for overnight stays shall be at the rate of $1.00 per foot LOA
of the vessel, per night, and a daily electrical charge of $5.00 for a
single 30 amp service or $10 for 2-30 amp or 50 amp service will
be assessed. For daylight hour stays there shall be no dockage
fee, but electrical charges as stated above, will apply if used.
The guest dock areas shall be limited to three (3) consecutive
days and nights. Special exceptions may be granted by the Rear
Commodore. The time of usage of a slip or the guest dock areas
shall not interfere with a Member’s usage of a slip or impede safe
navigation by other vessels.
House and Grounds Rules
1. No guest may use the club facilities unless the host member or a
member of his immediate family is present.
2. There shall be no excessive noise (music, singing, dancing) on the
club grounds or in the clubhouse after 11 PM on weeknights and
midnight on Friday, Saturday or holiday evenings.
3. Picnic tables and barbecue pits are available to all members. The
area must be properly cleaned and free of refuse after using.
4. No dogs are allowed in the clubhouse. Dogs must be on a short
leash while on club property, other than in the designated dog run.
Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.
5. The kitchen facilities may not be used by members or guests at
any time except when there is a club function.
6. Food and beverages may be brought into the dining area of the
clubhouse as long as the clubhouse is left in the condition in which
it was found.
7. Wet bathing attire will not be allowed in the main club room or
dining area.
8. Abuse of any club facility by guests or children of members is the
responsibility of their parents or the host member.
9. All members and their children and guests are requested and
expected to practice a reasonable amount of tidiness in using the
heads and shower facilities. Clothing is not to be left in shower
rooms. Wipe sink with paper towels or sponge after use.
10. Members only may park cars on the A lot. All guests must park
on the B lot. All must park in a manner prescribed by the posted
signs. The Club will not be responsible for any damages to
automobiles on these lots; nor will the Club be responsible for
their contents.
11. Dinghy racks are provided for club members and must be used for
storage. The club will not be responsible for damage to dinghies.
12. Small boat trailers must be parked in the area designated for them
on the B lot. The Rear Commodore will assign small boat trailers of
qualifying members designated spaces on the B parking lot, and
the member will be billed as described in the Article XVIII of the
SBYC By-Laws.
13. No small boats shall be stored on club property unless first
registered with the Rear Commodore. Each small boat shall be
stored only in location designated for it by the dock committee.
14. No member of the club may have a party at the club that excludes
any member from use of the club. Any member may have a
scheduled party at the club after proper reservation of the date
is made with the secretary and Club Manager. No parties can be
scheduled for Friday, Saturday or Sunday from May 15 through
September 15. This privilege is not extended to parties of more
than 150 people and scheduling is not necessary for parties of 14
or less per member. Any gathering of 15 or more guests shall be a
scheduled party. Premises must be left in original condition after a
party.
15. No boat other than a trailerable boat shall be stored or worked on
in the parking lot.
16. Enforcement of all House and Grounds rules shall be the duty of
the ranking officer or Board Member on the premises.
17. Bicycle riding, skate boarding or roller skating is not allowed on
docks or walkways.
18. The Chairman of the Membership Committee shall be required
to verify the ownership and dimensions of the vessel owned by
an applicant for resident membership by examining the vessel’s
papers.
19. The intended use of the club parking lots is for the parking of
passenger vehicles; any other uses must be approved by the Vice
Commodore or the highest-ranking officer present.
20. No member may store personal property in the Clubhouse, except
property delivered to the club to his attention, or in the event of an
emergency.
21. There will be no smoking in the Clubhouse at any time.
22. The bicycle shed is for storing non-motorized, standard bicycles
and/or dinghy outboard motors, up to 15 hp. SBYC will not be
responsible for any damages or losses. The shed is to remain
locked at all times. A charge of $60 per bicycle or outboard motor
will be assessed for access to the shed. Space is limited, therefore
use of the shed will be on a first come first served basis. The Vice
Commodore will be responsible for assignments.
Pool Rules
1. Use of the SBYC Pool is limited to members of SBYC, their
families and guests, when accompanied by a member. (Spouse
and unmarried children living at home will be considered as
members of a family.)
2. No one may use the pool unless the LifeGuard and Pool Operator
are on duty.
3. An adult must accompany children under eight years of age.
4. An adult must accompany children who cannot swim the pool
length.
5. Showers must be taken before entering the pool.
6. No animals allowed in the pool area.
7. No swim rafts, inner tubes, diving gear, or similar devices, or
members lounges, are allowed in the pool or pool area.
8. No food or drink allowed in the pool area.
9. The Lifeguard on duty is in complete charge of the pool area. His
or her instructions and commands as to proper behavior and attire
must be followed in order to be allowed to remain in the pool area.
10. Parents shall be responsible for seeing that children not toilet
trained are not permitted into the pool.