Welcome Lake Murray's New Leadership

There was a terrific turnout of membership to celebrate Lake Murray's sixth annual Change of Watch on 3 November 2023. Nearly 80 members attended the event at the Yacht Cove Clubhouse on Lake Murray. Representing D/26 Commander Jim Wilkins, AP was R/C Jan Wright, SN-IN, who performed the swearing-in ceremony.

"What an honor it is for me to lead such a great organization for the next year as Commander of America's Boating Club of Lake Murray, whose awesome members make a difference in the boating community," said Cdr Joe Firimonte, P, who was sworn into office with his wife, Sue, by his side.

Following is a list of the elected positions for the 2024 Watch Year. For a list of appointed positions, please visit our 2024 Committee Chairs document. Many thanks to Rachel Troutwine for providing the photos from the event.

BRIDGE OFFICERS

Commander:  Cdr Joe Firimonte, P
Executive Officer:  Lt/C Mike Charles, AP
Administrative Officer:  Lt/C John Klein, AP
Educational Officer:  Lt/C Mike Zafoot, AP
Assistant Educational Officer:  1st/Lt Drew Byrd, AP
Treasurer:  Lt/C Cathy Urquhart
Assistant Treasurer:  1st/Lt Mel Charles
Secretary:  Lt/C Becky Weiler

Members-at-Large

Lt K.T. Tripathi
Lt Tyler Williams
Lt Joe Troutwine

Nominating Committee

P/C Ed Garbe, S (2024)
P/C Mike Urquhart, P (2025)
P/C Tim Barnhill, P (2026)

Audit Committee

Lt Susan Ruinen (2024)
P/C Mike Kirk, AP (2025)
Lt Tim Austin (2026)

Rules Committee

P/C Tony Dodson, SN-IN (2024)
P/C R.J. Becht, S (2025)
P/C Fred Ruinen, N (2026)