Should every regatta in the Area charge 5 bucks a boat to fund the Championship?
I did... but thought it should be asked anyway since waterbug suggested it.
I agree with you... No charges..
the USSA surcharge goes to the Host club. It's like the requirement to be a class member or a Yacht club member for reciprocity.
Should the Area Rep and the Class Rep pay their own fees.
Yep... I agree. Everyone is funding their own sailing program. The OA understands sailor budgets and can run a no frills championship if need be.
How far down the qualifier list should you go to fill out the championship card
I agree again... Work your way down each Area List.. They supported the ladder and championship go and do your best. NA's have a particular geographical flavor and you still can say you finished XX in the nationals. Same for the Alter cup.
Should we suspend the championship after this year until the investment income is enough to cover the costs?
Keep it running, I agree... right size the event to make the numbers work.
What I propose is that we need to do is to elevate the Qualifier a notch above the standard regatta and get all of the OD fleets to strongly support it by turning out.
