November 2, 2007 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by Gayle Borchard. Kay Buesing moved that the minutes of the previous meeting by approved as posted. Steve Linhart seconded the motion and it passed. Mikel Burns gave the Treasurer’s Report. We now have 64 paid memberships.
OLD BUSINESS: The slate of officers for 2008 was presented: Mikel Burns, President; Steve Linhart, VP; Keleigh Schwartz, Sec’y; Sherry Hash, Treasurer; Dian Barker Sayce, E Board 3 yr term; Ruth Ann Hocking, E Board 2 yr term; Jane Holeman, E Board 1 yr term; Jeff Harrell, E Board 2 yr term. Jennifer Johnson moved that we accept the slate of officers as presented; Dale Jacobson seconded the motion and it passed.
The festival heads were reminded to get their budget requests into the LTAC as soon as possible.
NEW BUSINESS: No new business items
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Christmas: Steve Linhart is helping Ruth Ann Hocking this year. The pictures will be moved from the Depot to the area between Funland & the LBPD. Two tents will be set up. The coloring contest is underway. They need someone to donate the stockings for prizes. They will need volunteers for the day of the event.
Blue Grass Festival: Ruth Ann Hocking reported that she has 9 bands and 5 more seats at the Chautauqua.
Sandsations: Mikel Burns reported that they also will need lots of volunteers for the day of the event.
Kite Festival: Jane Holeman reported that they are beginning to work on 2008.
Beach Run: Sherry Hash reported that this will be the 31st year. Work is underway, but they will need a new chair.
Jake’s Birthday: no report
Doggie Olympic Games: Jill Grey is looking to make it a two day event. This year, the D.O.G., the Beach Run and the Garlic Festival are all on the same weekend.
OTHER REPORTS
Kite Museum: Kay Buesing reported on the AKA convention and the art show that they hosted. On November 4 there will be a concert by Bob Milne as a fundraiser.
LBPVB: Mikel Burns reminded everyone to get into the Visitor’s Bureau and proof their information in the Vacation Beach Planner. The Board has new officers with Bruce Petersen as President.
Liaison: Steve Linhart reported that OPCC will have the Garlic Festival in 2008 , but is still deciding about 2009. The new officers are Bob Beezley, President; Phyllis Knight, VP; Karen Stevens, Treasurer; and Judy Beezley, Treasurer.
Loyalty Days: Ruth Ann Hocking reported that they all ready have parade entries. Bob Andrew will stay on as chairman.
Surf Perch Derby: Dale reported that they will be working on the old hot dog wagon and the door replacement at the storage unit will be underway soon.
LTAC: Mikel Burns reported that they are working on the 2008 budget and will be looking for interest in the commercials. They have two spots that will open up on LTAC: small lodging and festivals. These people serve at the behest of the mayor.
National Heritage Area: Dian Barker Sayce reported that they are still working on the planting. They are planning on working east towards Sandridge. Gayle Borchard reported that the Board has raised approximately $32,000 of the $50,000 that is necessary to proceed. They will have a number of public meetings in the area.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Jill Grey thanked all of the festival chairs for submitting information to the Visitor’s Bureau in a timely fashion.
Jerry Phillips, BOP, stated that there is till counterfeit $20 and $50 bills out there. There is also a rash of counterfeit VISA traveler’s checks and USPS money orders. Also, there are counterfeit CVS Pharmacy moneygrams that are over $500. For more information, contact Jerry at the Bank of the Pacific.
Jill Grey announced the second annual Champagne Brunch for the Humane Society will be help on 12/1/07 at the Senior Center. Tickets are $25 each and seating is limited to $125.
Keleigh Schwartz reminded everyone that raffle tickets for the Humane Society were still available.
Denise Jones passed out information on the OBH Foundation Celebration of Lights . It will be held at Ft. Columbia this year.
The meeting was adjourned at 9a.m.