Dear WBC Members,

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Welcome back to the West Beach Club for what promises to be a fun 2026 season! We open tomorrow, Saturday, June 20th. Some lifeguards will be there this week, and we’ll be fully staffed by June 29th.

STAFFING​

First things first, we would like to take this opportunity to thank Gary and Janet for their many years of service. We wish them well in their future endeavors and retirement and hope to host them at a Wednesday night picnic celebration later in the season.

We are excited to introduce our new staff. Christian Sears is returning to manage the beach and waterfront. Many of you may remember him as a valued member of the WBC team before he became the Director of Athletics at Cape Cod Academy.

About Christian: Christian H. Sears is an experienced educator, athletic administrator, and aquatic safety professional with a diverse background in athletics, coaching, and beach operations.

Christian serves as the Athletic Director at Cape Cod Academy in Osterville, Massachusetts, where he leads athletic programming, promotes student-athlete development, and supports a culture of excellence both on and off the field. He holds a Master's degree in Sport Leadership and Coaching and is strongly committed to leadership, mentorship, and community engagement. Christian served as a Lieutenant with the Bethany Beach Patrol in Bethany Beach, Delaware, where he gained extensive experience in ocean rescue operations, emergency response, and public safety management.

We also welcome Jacki Murray and James Marsh as our new Member Service Managers. You’ll see them at the front desk and around the clubhouse.

Based on your feedback from the annual meeting, Peter Barbey has volunteered to oversee staffing. He has been working hard to make sure WBC is a safe and fun place for families this summer. If you have any staffing questions, please reach out to Peter.

RULES and REGULATIONS

The updated 2026 WBC rules and regulations are now posted at westbeachclub.com. The password is WBC2023. Please take a moment to review them.

ONLINE BILL PAYMENT

We are happy to share that we have a new bookkeeper who uses the latest accounting systems and adheres to the highest accounting standards. Thank you for your positive feedback and patience as we move to this new online system. It lets us track payments in real time and receive timely financial reports and forecasts.

MEMBER LIST/DIRECTORY

Together with our new bookkeeper, Board members have been busy rebuilding the WBC membership list. It is now more accurate, easier to update, and helps us meet our bylaws and Civic lease requirements (such as the requirement that all WBC members be Civic members in good standing). The updated list will be posted in the website's member area soon.

RECEPTION DESK

All members will still need to sign in at the front desk, but this year we are switching to an electronic system. When you arrive, just tell the staff member your last name, and they will check you in. They can also help you register and pay for guests electronically. We know this is a change, and it may take a couple of weeks to get used to, but our Member Service Managers are here to help.

FOOD SERVICES

Jason Siscoe is returning to manage food services. We have received extensive and overwhelmingly positive feedback from members regarding our food and beverage operations. You appreciate the quality of the food, the professionalism and friendliness of staff, the efficiency and shorter wait times, the attention to detail and hospitality, the positive impact on member enjoyment, and the commitment to continuous improvement.  

Jason encourages trying new ideas to improve service. The Board ran a survey to identify menu preferences, and Jason has updated the menu based on your feedback. He will continue to make changes and post specials throughout the season.

We recognize that members may have differing opinions regarding our service providers, and we appreciate all feedback shared with the Board. To ensure that any evaluation of our current provider is fair, objective, and based on meaningful comparisons, we welcome members' assistance in identifying alternative providers. We encourage you to research potential providers and submit written proposals that include competitive bids, service details, qualifications, and references. Our goal is to make informed decisions that are in the best interests of the club and its members. We welcome constructive participation in this process.

MEMBERSHIP

Individuals who age out of a family membership (turning 26 by the start of the WBC season) are eligible to join the West Beach Club without paying an initiation fee, provided they become members before the start of the season. To qualify for this benefit, the individual must first establish their own membership with the Hyannis Port Civic Association. Once Civic membership has been obtained, the individual may apply for West Beach Club membership and retain their eligibility for waived initiation fees. Members are encouraged to complete this process as soon as possible to ensure a seamless transition from their family's membership to their own.

For questions about joining the West Beach Club or the membership process, please contact Ali Peters at alyssapeters6@gmail.com.

For any billing-related questions, please contact Silva Accounting at Valerie@capecodcfo.com.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

The Board is making better communication with members a priority. You can expect regular calendar updates and weekly Snack Bar specials from our Member Service Managers.

• Beach Picnics: The first Wednesday Night Picnic is on July 1st. The Snack Bar will be open and serving steamers and lobster rolls. More details will be shared soon.

• Beach Boutique: Join us on Friday, July 31st, for the Beach Boutique. There will be great vendors to explore, and 15% of all proceeds will support the WBC. If you have vendor recommendations or want to join the boutique committee, please contact Kate Floyd Ferraguto at kathleen.floyd@gmail.com.

• Summer Party: The West Beach Club Summer Party is back on Saturday, August 1st. The band Classic Yellow will return to entertain us, and we’ll send an email with ticket details closer to the event.

We look forward to seeing you this summer! As always, we welcome your feedback. Please contact any board member to share your ideas or concerns.

The WBC Board

Becky Baxter - Merchandise

Peter Barbey - Lifeguard and Staff Development

John Carberry -  Treasurer

Catherine Curtin Dyroff - President

Kate Floyd Ferraguto - Membership, Junior Activities, and Special Events

Kelly O'Neil Knight - Communications

Tim Martin - Past Treasurer

Ali Peters - Membership

Max Reik - Buildings, Grounds and Special Events