Class Committee
Constitution and Governance:
As you are no doubt aware, the Class Association (CA) is run by small committee, drawn from the membership on a voluntary basis. Elections to the committee are made at the Annual General Meeting, which is held on the middle evening of the National Championships event.
Committee members are elected for a one year term, which can be extended as necessary. There is no time limit on membership of the committee or of any particular post. The rules governing the Class Association are decided by the Committee.
The Main Committee can create sub-committees as necessary to ensure the smooth running of the Association and co-opt members as necessary, but such appointments need to be ratified at the following AGM.
Main Committee
The Main Committee is formed of the following members:
Honorary Secretary – Caroline Hollier, West Oxford SC:
Responsible for the compliance of the CA with relevant rules and procedures. Caroline is a legend of the Class, having been Honorary Secretary since 2000. Caroline has been sailing Lightnings since ???? and is a regular contender at the front of the fleet. A real expert in light winds and on inland water, Caroline is seldom out of the front three, winning the 2018 Inland Championship. |
Publicity – currently vacant:
Responsible for Publicity and Marketing This role is currently being covered by the Paul White, Simon Harris and the whole class committee. |
Class Builder – John Claridge, Royal Lymington YC:
Responsible for Measurement and of course building the Lightning 368. John hardly needs an introduction, having been involved in the dinghy world for more years than he cares to remember. At his workshops in Lymington, John develops and builds new Lightnings and offers a parts and repair service, which many of us have used. |
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Technical Sub-Committee:
We have just one sub-committee at present, that being the Technical Sub-committee. Under the Chairmanship of Simon Hopkins, supported by John Claridge and Paul White, this sub-committee is responsible for revising the Class Rules and Measurement issues. The aim of this sub-committee is to ensure the one-design philosophy is maintained and that developments do not create a situation where older boats become un-competitive. If you have any queries about the management or governance of the CA please consult the Chairman, contact details can be found on the Contacts Page. Technical Standards and Class Rules can be found on the ‘Flash and Other Documents’ Page of the Website. A copy of the CA’s constitution is available under the Class Documents tab. |