Minutes of Jan 8 Meeting
Monday, February 1st, 2010Long Beach Merchants Association – Regular Meeting
Friday, January 8, 2010, 8:00 am
Benson’s by the Beach Restaurant; 504 S. Pacific in Long Beach; 360 642-3300
CALL TO ORDER: 8:05 am
INTRODUCTIONS
Steven Linhart, Paula Mraz, Dave Little, Keith Schwartz, Diane Barker-Sayce, Jeff Harrell, Ruth Ann Hocking, Ragan Andrew, Bob Andrew, Flint Wright, Missy Bageant, Brandy Ferguson, Wendy Murry, Sherry Hash, Wayne O’Dell, Becky Johnson, Cheri Diehl, Troy, Rodenbaugh, Jane Holeman, Keleigh Schwartz, Craig Smith, Merry Scharfe, Kay Buessing, Cathi Bonney
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes were approved unanimously as written.
TREASURER’S REPORT – Given verbally and attached in the Secretary’s binder.
NEW BUSINESS
Kendall Briggs came to LB City Council would like LBMA to hold a Fun Run the weekend before Labor Day in honor of Lisa Bonney and benefiting Crisis hotline. Date still being negotiated. Kendall was referred to the Beach Run Committee.
Craig Smith spoke regarding US Census overview and employment opportunities. Contact Craig in interested in jobs. Or contact the Census Bureau toll-free at 1-866-861-2010. Sample tests and qualifications go to www.2010censusjobs.gov
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BLUEGRASS – Ruthann Hocking reported that the committee is gearing up this spring’s event. New this year is gift certificate tickets for Christmas.
BEACH RUN – Paula Mraz reported that committee is finalizing donations so they can get the brochures and online donations going. Jeff is finalizing shirts; sell at $15.00 and it will be a $5.00 profit. New this year Sand Dollars given to runners and businesses who would like to participate honor them as cash.
DOGGIE OLYMPIC GAMES – Brandy Ferguson reported that they are working on Press Release. Has 12 volunteers; needs judges and other volunteers. Keleigh Schwartz has photos of the event available to Brandy.
SANDSATIONS – Becky Johnson reported Sand in the City starts on Wednesday of SandSations week, with Masters team the Veilings, downtown. Photo Ops. “Long Beach” on sculpture. Next meeting Monday @ 12 pm @ El Compadre.
JAKE’S BDAY – Introduction of Missy Bageant, Co-chair. Showed media coverage; full page spread in Rebel Rods Magazine.
WSIKF – Jane Holeman reported that Frannie O’Neil is not well and is no longer on committee and at this time needs to update the signature cards and add Jane Holeman; Merry Scharfe; Marla Johnson and Dian Barker-Sayce. Motion to approve by Keleigh Schwartz, Second by Cheri Diehl, Unanimously approved.
HOLIDAYS AT THE BEACH – No report. Mayor Bob thanked Merchants for all the decorating as well as in Chinook. He also noted His Supper Table had sent thanks to the Merchants for our donation of food and money.
KITE MUSEUM – Windless kites at Long Beach Elementary on January 16 & 17th. February 13-15 John Freeman workshop and 20+ kite making exhibits. Rodeway Inn offered discount and has 20+ rooms booked.
LOYALTY DAYS – Mayor Bob noted band applications have been sent out. George Washington is coming. Banquet planning is underway.
SURF PERCH – No Report
SUMMERFEST –Ragan noted the tentative schedule is set. She also invited all to attend the Wash Festivals & Events (WFEA) Conference in Seaside; Contact Ragan for details.
LONG BEACH PENINSULA VISITORS BUREAU – Kay Buesing reported on The Depot’s shindig to honor volunteers. At the last Visitors Bureau meeting the letter regarding action for the upcoming July 4 letter was tabled.
LIASON TO LONG BEACH CITY COUNCIL- Wayne O’Dell reported on Ragan Andrew and Jerry Phillips’ trip regarding tour group professionals; status on the QR Enablement Project; 2010 Budget; Wayne would like to work with the event committee members on cost/benefit analysis.
NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA -At this time we will be taking off the agenda and invite ShoreBank occasionally to provide updates.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
– Eye of the storm “Run for the Hills” disaster preparedness exercise September 25, 2010.
– Next LBMA Meeting: February 5, 2010 at 8:00 am at Bensons.
– Next LBMA Board Meeting: February 19, 2010 at 8:00 am at Bensons.
– Upcoming Long Beach City Council Meetings: Jan 19, Feb 1 & 15, 2010 at City Hall
The meeting was adjourned at 9:12 am