The AGM for WIORA was on the 20th of November in Dromoland Inn.
Rachel Conway outlined the secretary’s report. Detailing the meetings for the year and what followed.
The treasurer’s report was given by the commodore in the absence of Gary Forth. He outlined the finances for the year.
The Commodores report highlighted that it had been a difficult year. However, WIORA had gone ahead, and we saw the inaugural Atlantic cup completed.
WIORA was discussed. It had been delayed due to the tragic death of Conor McGloughlin RIP.
With no proposals or new committee to be elected the meeting carried on to any other business.
Th Atlantic cup had been a success. Joe Kiernan was congratulated on his achievement, and he was co-opted on to the committee. It was decided that it would continue, and it will run again in 2025.
The financial situation of WIORA was discussed. It was felt that the income and outgoings do not match. The incomings were membership, ICARA grant and the Atlantic cup. The committee will look at new ways of increasing income.
The dates for WIORA 2025 are as follows.
The 18th -21st June in Mayo. It was mentioned from the floor that the dates should be moved to July to accommodate more sailors.
The presentation for the boat of the year was awarded to Derek Dillion of “Big Deal”. Derek was the winner of the Atlantic cup and 3rd in WIORA.