SEND DUES AND OTHER DONATIONS TO OUR POST OFFICE BOX 211

Previously the question was raised as to how to handle payments to the Club such as dues, etc. All mail has been forwarded to our Post Office Box, and I would suggest that anything being transmitted to CCC be forwarded to CCC at Box 211, Seabrook, Tx 77586. At this time there is just no easy way to establish a secure drop box or something like that, so the P. O. Box seems to be the most realistic solution. Thanks, and more later.

BOARD MEETING SUMMARY SEPTEMBER 28, 2008

The Board held its weekly emergency Board meeting at 1310 5th Street, Seabrook, at 3:00PM, Sunday, September 28, 2008. Those in attendance were President Bill S., Treasurer Big Gene, Phil B. and John L, thus constituting a quorum of the Board to allow business to be conducted.

Larry N reported on the status of the building clean-up which is progressing. He further noted that until such time as the Board decides what it wants to do with any new construction that he considers his job done upon completion of the clean-up.

Gene recommended that the minutes formally reflect the increase from $2000 to $2500 for the approved clean-up budget based on a survey conducted after discussions with our contractor and the scope of the project.

John L requested permission to supply temporary power to the property at no cost to CCEDII - approved.

Steve R presented a status report on the nominating committee's activities leading up to the Members' meeting on November 8 and corresponding elections.

The Board agreed there is a need to develop and present a comprehensive plan to the Members in November which includes an outline for new construction plans, financing options, and other material activities required to get the building reopened for business.

The previously approved plan to contribute additional funds to the contingency reserve was rescinded given the uncertainties with our present situation.

Meeting adjourned.

KRISPY CAT SAMPLES LOCAL CUISINE

Krispy Cat, owner of Big Gene's Bait Camp, proves there is still time for a night of fine dining on local cuisine despite the ravenges of Hurricane Ike. "Locally grown foodstuffs tend to be more flavorful, fresher, and absent that harsh chemical taste often associated with processed foods" says Cat. "The Bunny Rabbit was absolutely awesome, but I warn you, stay away from the squirrel - I have a notch bitten out of my left ear from one of those little bastards."

WORK TO COMMENCE IN EARNEST ON BUILDING CLEAN-UP

Larry N, our project manager, reported today that he had obtained a storage unit to store our materials from CCC such as tables, chairs, books, signs, etc. Things that did not get wet are trying to be salvaged. Anything in the building that needs to be saved should be out by Friday. On Friday, a crew is coming in to strip everything off the walls. Anything left in the building will be thrown away.

The building engineer inspected our building and determined that there is no structural damage. This argument should go a long way in determining how we rebuild and what's required to obtain permits, etc.

Coffee was served this morning, and since we were outside, there was no need to start wearing boots due to the depth of the BS, but we are hopefully off to a good start there.

More later.

CREEK CLUB LIVES ON - MEETING TONIGHT

The Waterfront Group met outdoors under the stars (or heat and mosquitoes) this evening at the CCC premises. In spite of our meager accomodations, they made a generous financial contribution toward our recovery effort, however, we all know that increased activity and signs of life around there are what's really important. Thanks and our hats are off to the Waterfront Group for the inaugural "post-Ike" AA meeting. After all, the only reason the Creek exists is to provide a place for AA meetings, so it's certainly encouraging to see the people who are willing to "rough it" on our behalf.

A couple of temporary tents have been erected on the parking lot, and hopefully hot coffee will be served starting tomorrow morning. More news later.

BOARD MEETING SUMMARY SEPT 21, 2008

The CCC Board met this afternoon in emergency session to discuss our situation and to develop a plan to go forward. The Board agreed that it is important to establish a regular meeting place and time for the interim but that the effort to do so was more of a group function rather than an CCEDII function. Angie H agreed to conduct a search for temporary quarters to start a meeting.

Dealing with the building and property is a major issue, and Larry N agreed to take on the project of working with the various parties (City, contractors, clean-up people, etc.) to assist in development of a plan to restore the building to its previous grandeur. A budget will also be developed to assist in planning our financial needs.

Once we have a better understanding of our needs, a comprehensive financial plan which would most likely include reviewing cash on hand, fundraising, SBA borrowings, disaster grants, and other matters can be developed for the ongoing future of the CCC. The target date for this matters was to have it presented to the Members at the regularly scheduled meeting on November 8, 2008, or about 6 weeks from now.

The Board generally agreed that there need to be some special provisions presented at the annual Members' meeting for By-Law consideration such as one-time lifetime membership offers, waiving dues deadlines for October and November, and other such matters. Otherwise, the Board acknowledged that adherence to the By-Laws was especially important at this time since they do represent the Members' instructions to the Board as to how they expect the Club to be run.

The Board will meet weekly on Sunday at 3:00PM for the foreseeable future. The next meeting will be held outside at the CCC location.

Stay tuned here for additional updates as they occur. Keep in mind that this information is my summary of events and not the official CCC position on anything.

The communications system is still down, but if you with to contact me and have me pass information along, you may do so at ghinyard@verizon.net.

CLEAR CREEK CLUB IN SEABROOK DEMOLISHED BY IKE

We at the Clear Creek Club in Seabrook took a direct hit from Hurricane Ike. We had water from between 4' and 6 ' inside, all walls must come out, the stinking mud covered everything inside, and as you can see, everything is in total disarray. As you might expect, we had comprehensive insurance on everything which is worth nothing in a flood, an this is determined to be a flood which is not covered. We did not have flood insurance.

This is all unofficial and is not approved by the Board of Trustees or anyone else. This is just my thoughts and observations at this time, as well as what I'm hearing on the street so to speak.

Hopefully within a few days we will be able to present a plan to restart a meeting schedule, maybe in temporary quarters, as well as a comprehensive plan for restoring the building.

An Emergency Board meeting has been called for Sunday afternoon (September 21)at 3PM on the Creek premises to discuss future plans.

If you have interests in the Creek, please try to support us any way you can at this difficult time. Obviously money is always an issue, and while we do have some operating captial, we do not have anything like what will be required to move forward with any kind of restoration.

The telephone is not operational at this time.

Please send checks to:

Clear Creek Easy Does It, Inc.
P. O. Box 211
Seabrook, Texas 77586
281-474-9066

Since I have power and hot water, I am sort of serving as a clearing house for Creek stuff for now. Try me at:

ghinyard@verizon.net
281-532-3001

Thank you for any support you can provide, be it financial or spiritual.

A FEW PHOTOS OF THE BUILDING AFTER IKE