Of course we need new people, but how many? I think the first regatta I ever attended had 300 boats!
Personally, I think 25-40 boats is optimal.
This way out of character for me but here goes.
Pete, what were you smoking back in those days? Are you going to pick the new people to "let in"? Hey, if there's "too many" boats, set up two courses. Should Rick and Mary not allow any new userid's unless they meet certain criteria? I hope I'm mis-understanding something here.