Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association
Fun activities on the water are the core of our youth and community boating educational/recreational programs, inspiring self-confidence, teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, friendships and community spirit.
Be a Leader: Nominate by September 27th!
2025 Call for Nominations of SBJSA Board of Directors & Officers
Annual Meeting & Election Location: Webster Town Rec Center
1350 Chiyoda Dr, Webster, NY 14580
Date: November 11, 2025
Time: Elections 6:30- 7:30
As we prepare for our upcoming Annual Meeting, the SBJSA inc. Board of Directors is pleased to open the nominating process to membership seeking to fill positions for Officers, Board Members, and Advisors in accordance with our organization’s bylaws. All positions with the Board of Directors are Volunteer positions.
Who Qualifies as a Member
Membership in SBJSA is open to all persons 18 years or older who express and demonstrate an interest in furthering the purpose of SBJSA. Membership eligibility is defined by the satisfaction of one of the following:
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Remit the membership fees ($500) on an annual basis prior to September 30th
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Financially support a camper through tuition and/or scholarship during the current fiscal year. (Annual membership fees is therefore waived)
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Officers, Directors, and Advisory Council members shall not be assessed a membership fee while in office.
Only current members of SBJSA are eligible to nominate candidates for election to the Board of Directors, Officers, or Advisors. Must be 21 years of age or older to qualify for the Board of Directors. Current members may nominate themselves.
Expiring Terms/ Open for Nominations
(Officers 1-year term)
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
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(2-year terms)
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
How to Nominate a Candidate
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Committee Nominations: Current members may request nomination through the nominating committee. The nominating committee will present a slate of candidates to the Secretary no later than one (1) month before the Annual Meeting.
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Member Nominations: In addition to nominations of the nominating committee any five (5) or more members of SBJSA may also nominate a candidate for Officer, Director, or Advisor. Such nominations must be signed by at least five (5) members and filed with the Secretary no later than one (1) month prior to the Annual Meeting.
Next Steps
If you are interested in serving or know someone who would make a great candidate, please submit nominations to the entire nominating committee by September 27th. Our Nominating Committee is charged with identifying and recommending candidates for SBJSA leadership positions whose terms are expiring at the next Annual Meeting.
Nominating Committee
Hellen Buzzell – eventfundraising@sbjsa.org
Carly Straubing – c.straubing@sbjsa.org
Timeline
September 27th – Nomination deadline
October 11th – Candidate Slate deadline to secretary
November 4th – Notice of all nominations to the membership deadline
November 11th – Annual Meeting
Thank you for your commitment to the Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association. Your involvement keeps our organization strong and focused on its mission of fostering access and education for all.
Give & Support
SBJSA is a nonprofit charitable organization chartered by the NYS Education Dept. It is registered and recognized as a 501c(3) charitable corporation. Much of what we do runs off of donations, grants and volunteers. We wouldn't be here today without the generosity and support of others.
There are many ways to give and we are always looking for volunteers + all donations of money and materials are fully tax deductible for IRS purposes.
Events
SBJSA hosts events throughout the summer as part of our fundraising efforts and community building. These events allow for our sailors, families, and community to come together with the mission of supporting sailing education, environmental stewardship, awareness and leadership.
As a nonprofit we rely on the funds from events to provide programming and we appreciate everyone who is able to attend.