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Monday, August 08, 2022 A WORD FROM OUR ATTORNEY Class Action Lawsuit Status Update

Dana Point Boaters,

Our attorney in the Class Action Lawsuit, Dennis Winters, wanted us to share a personal update from him regarding the status of the lawsuit. Read Dennis' status update letter below.   Frustrations from the wheels of justice turning slowly is always maddening, but in the end, they grind exceedingly fine.   We can't control what is happening, but we can control how we respond. That's where our power is. Stay positive!

To Boaters in Dana Point Marina, My firm represents the Class Action Plaintiffs in the pending action in Superior Court against the Dana Point Harbor Partners regarding the massive slip fee increase imposed in October, 2021. The Partners filed an Answer, and we are presently engaged in Discovery, such as the production of documents, depositions, etc. I am aware that some boaters have become frustrated at the delay in getting a resolution. Most of that delay is in the nature of a complex Class Action litigation; some is a result of the Partners’ delaying tactics. However, in time we will get past this discovery stage and will be able to proceed with motions and mandatory settlement conferences and proceedings that we hope will force this matter to a positive conclusion without trial. Our goal is, if possible, to get the Partners to roll back the increase until they obtain an acceptable survey as to reasonable slip fees, and, ultimately, obtain a refund of the excessive amount of fees charged to date. I urge boaters’ patience. While there are never guarantees, I believe we have the better argument and the stronger case in the end. Support from the Dana Point Boaters Association and George Hughes and Wayne Addison of SOS has been invaluable for this legal battle. I hope you will continue your support for those organizations and stick together to bring this to a reasonably expeditious conclusion. Thank you.   Dennis C. Winters Winters Law Firm

Another way to support your Dana Point Boaters Association is through our “My Home Port” campaign. We offer a gift in return for your generosity. Proudly fly a Dana Point home port burgee on your boat.   Make a donation of $100 or more, and you’ll receive a burgee, a hat, and three bumper stickers. With a $50 donation, you’ll get the choice of a burgee or hat. And with a $10 donation, you’ll receive a bumper sticker. We also have men’s and women’s My Home Port T-Shirts for $30. My Home Port Campaign will continue while supplies last.

Legal Endeavors are Expensive Lastly, legal endeavors are expensive, and we appreciate all who have donated to our legal fund. Please consider doing so today. If you haven't donated, consider an ongoing monthly donation by clicking the box "Make this a monthly donation," click here. These legal costs keep mounting as we continue moving forward with the Class Action Lawsuit. Your information will remain private.

In the meantime, please continue to submit your comments on slip rate increases and other subjects by Click Here.

All donations are private and your identity will never be shared Your Dana Point Boaters Association Directors, Advisors, and Advocacy Members Thanks You For Your Support!

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