LSRC is led by an active volunteer Board of Directors.
- Brenda Balenger, President, Sunapee, NH
- Richard Jackson, MD, Vice President, Shelburne, VT
- Pat Coogan, Treasurer, New London, NH
- Faith Reney, Secretary, Sunapee, NH
- Hampton Bridwell, Member at Large, Newbury, NH
- Carolyn Dugan, Member at Large, Georges Mills, NH
- Barbara Faughnan, Member at Large, Wilmot, NH
- Pierre Lessard, Member At Large, Sunapee, NH
- Kathy Muller, Member At Large, Sunapee, NH
- MaryLee Verdi, Ex Officio, New London, NH
Board Meeting Minutes
May 18, 2026 Recap
The board meeting focused on several key operational matters including the publication of meeting summaries on the website, financial updates, and dock location discussions. The board voted to create high-level summaries of board meetings for public posting on the website rather than publishing full minutes, with Faith offering to handle this task using AI tools. Pat discussed ongoing regatta central transactions and new member registrations. The group extensively discussed potential dock options at Sunapee Cove, with Kathy presenting details about negotiations with the facility manager Sarah Reynolds regarding dock access and replacement, though the final contract terms remained under discussion. The board also addressed upcoming events including a back-by-the-water party scheduled for June 14th, an open house on May 31st, and a boat swap event that had generated several donations including kayaks, rowing shells, and a pram. Additional topics covered included updates to the website board listing, and the status of the Cider Fest event which was pending town ordinance changes regarding sales on public property.
June 15, 2026 Recap
The Lake Sunapee Rowing Club board meeting focused on financial updates, facility improvements, and upcoming events. Pat reported that the club has 14 morning rowers and 15 evening rowers through Regatta Central. The board discussed a potential new dock at Sunapee Cove, with Kathy providing details on the permitting process and costs, though final approval is still pending. The group decided against renting the Cobb boathouse rental due to budget constraints, and instead focused on pursuing the Sunapee Cove dock option. The board also addressed equipment issues with the silver boat’s motor failure, discussed paying Jack for his coaching work, and planned upcoming events including a boat swap and potential Cider Fest.
July 20, 2026 Recap
The meeting covered financial updates, programming, and facility logistics for the rowing club. Pat reported on the club’s finances, noting a strong cash position, upcoming expenses, and details on membership and program enrollments. The board discussed the shoreline stabilization project and its impact on operations. Kathy updated the group on the boat swap fundraiser, which was successful, and the ongoing search for dock options. The board considered sending adaptive rowers to the Bayada Regatta and discussed plans for a winter program at Mountainside. Other topics included the upcoming summer party, roadside cleanup, and the decision to sell the second launch. The meeting also touched on clothing orders, the Prouty event, and potential youth rowing programs.