The U.S. Melges 24 Class Association Needs You! It is time to nominate and elect the Executive Committee for the next two years. Every USMCA member, including owners and crew get a vote- so take this opportunity to join the USMCA and get involved. Join The Class.
Being part of the Melges 24 Class is an experience unlike any other fleet. As the most progressive sportboat in the world, the Melges 24 set the standard for high-performance, grand prix yacht racing in 1994. To this day, some 15 years later, it firmly remains the benchmark by which all are measured. It offers the finest competition in the world against sailing’s greatest all-stars, while maintaining an unsurpassed level of fleet camaraderie. The best racing, friends, parties and venues is what this fleet is about. The level of professionalism and organization of events is above and beyond expectation. A high demand is placed on superior, quality racing and management in which the class ensures with every event is the best and most organized. In addition, the Melges 24 possesses one of the very best press and media engines within the sailing industry, adding extra return on your investment and team sponsorship efforts. They strongly support and aide the USMCA Executive Committee and District Governors in local and regional efforts ensuring further grass root fleet growth. Furthermore, alongside of a regularly updated website, M24*USA, the official magazine of the USMCA, reverberates the successes of owners and teams in the U.S.
The USMCA is the organizational body responsible for organizing the Melges 24 and promoting fleet growth in the U.S. The USMCA is organized in accordance with the international class and responsible for selecting all North American ranking events and coordinating the North American Championships and World Championships when held in the United States. The Association consists of a Board of Governors made up of each of the six District Governors, the Past President and the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee consists of the following positions:
- President,
- Vice President,
- Secretary,
- Treasurer,
- Technical Committee Chairman.
The USMCA Constitution requires that the class members elect the Executive Committee to two-year terms. So, to facilitate elections of the USMCA, we are asking for nominations and elections as follows:
1. Nominations - any member can nominate themselves or any other member to one or more positions. To submit a nomination, please send the nominees name and a short bio explaining how the nominee can make a positive contribution to the USMCA and help grow the class to nominations@usmelges24.com. Nominations will be accepted through Friday March 5, 2010.
2. Elections - Once nominations have been accepted, an online voting system will be used to allow all members to review the nominees bios and cast your votes. Voting will be open from Monday March 8, 2010 until Friday March 19, 2010.
3. Announcements - the USMCA will announce the results of the elections on Monday, March 22, 2010. So, please take a minute and consider getting involved with the organization of the class. We need a team of dedicated volunteers to make sure the Melges 24 continues to grow and flourish as the premiere sportboat class in the U.S.
Shown below is a more detailed description of each position:
President - Shall represent the USMCA at all IMCA meetings and serve as provided for in the IMCA Constitution. Coordinate the efforts of all members of the Executive Committee and the District Governors. Provide guidance and support for selecting, managing, conducting and organizing National and World Ranking Events. Exercise any other authority and power delegated by the Board of Governors from time to time. Serve as Chair of the Board of Governors and Executive Committee.
Vice President - Shall officiate in the absence of the USMCA President, generally assist the USMCA President in the performance of his or her duties and serve as the Vice Chair of the Board of Governors and Executive Committee.
Secretary - Shall be responsible for the minutes at the USMCA, Board of Governors and Executive Committee meetings and shall hold the official records. Shall coordinate the organization of the class including distributing and receiving official paperwork and shall work with the President in the day-to-day running of the class.
Treasurer - Shall be responsible for the funds and expenses of the USMCA, shall keep accurate records of the financial affairs of the USMCA and shall make disbursements as the Executive Committee may direct. Responsible for preparing all financial statements for the Class. Technical Committee Chairman - The
Technical Committee Chairman is responsible for organizing and leading the Technical Committee which will consist of a member from each of the six Districts. The Technical Committee will work with the Executive Committee regarding Class Rules, Building Specifications and Measurements, including suggested amendments or additions and interpretations. The Technical Committee shall also cooperate with the USMCA official fleet measurers and technical staffs of licensed builders to protect the one-design character of the International Melges 24 Class worldwide. Further, the Technical Committee Chairman shall be responsible for updating and maintaining the USMCA Standard Sailing Instructions, Standard Notice of Regatta, and Measurement Manual for the Melges 24 US Class.
If any one has any questions, please contact U.S. Melges 24 Class Admin, Joy Dunigan.
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