07-09-10 LBMA Minutes [doc]

07-09-10 LBMA Treasurer’s Report [pdf]

Thank you,

Wayne O’Dell, Secretary

Attendees: Steve Linhart, Merry Scharfe, Craig Smith, Bob & Judi Andrew, Cheri Diehl, Troy Rodenbaugh, Holly Beller, Dave Keizur, Keith Schwartz, Shelly Pollock, Jerry Phiooips, Keleigh Schwartz, Cathi Bonney, Dodie MacPherson, Gayle Borchard, Jenna Nisbett, Missy Bageant, Wayne O’Dell, Ragan Andrew, Boyd Keyser, Dave Little, Jeff Harrell

Call to order:

Introductions:

Minutes:
1. Motion To Approve: Bob Andrew
2. Seconded: Merry Scharfe
3. Vote: Approved

Treasury Report: Attached

Unfinished Business: None

New Business:
1. Boyd Keyser (Superintendent of the Ocean Beach School District): Lobbied the group to ask local voters to vote for the School Levy on this year’s ballot.
2. Rodeo Club : The Rodeo is the weekend of the 24th and 25th of July. There will be a parade in Long Beach starting at 6:30PM on the 23rd. Long Beach businesses are asked to dress for the theme of the weeked.
3. Pacific County Health Department: Melissa Sexton presented issues for the County and the Long Beach Peninsula in reference to the use as well as the production and sale of Methamphetamines. It is a local problem, The County has a Meth Task Force and it has had some successes. Call the Drug Tip Line 360-642-9440 if you see or feel like something is not right and you think it is associated with drug activity.
4. Toastmasters Club: Jenna Austin announced that Toastmasters is starting an organization supporting the Long Beach Peninsula. First meetings are at the Ilwaco Community Room. For more information call 360-642-2152.
5. Mayor Bob Andrew discussed the Heritage Area project, that it was delayed or postponed; but, all should not forget to eventually keep it moving forward when it gets going again.

Committee Reports

1. Beach to Chowder: Great success. There was a preliminary count of 342 participants.
2. Doggie Olympics: Close to 80 dogs, great day, smooth running. A recommendation was made to have First Aid Kits at events.
3. Sandsations: Set to start next week. Tuesday of next week the solo sand artists arrive for the Sand in the City.
4. Jake’s Birthday: Reported that everything is on track.
5. Kite Festival: They will need volunteers for the T-shirt booth. More people are needed for executive committee. The final posters are being mailed out and local posters are being delivered. Everything is still on track for the festival start.
6. Holidays @ The Beach: On Schedule.
7. Blue Grass Festival: No Report
8. Holiday After Hours: No Report
9. Kite Museum: No Report
10. Loyalty Days: request for military band participation already going out. Marysville visit with Loyalty Days Float, won and award, on TV, student participation for school supplies….etc.
11. Summerfest: this weekend is Beach Safety, rodeo western band moving right along
12. Visitor’s Bureau: 4th clean up, Shelley Pollock; as usual
13. Farmer’s Food Market: starting up
14. July 4th Ocean Park parade, bus tours, beach vacation planner at PDX airport, only ones. German media for the night. NTA (nat’l tour association)
15. LTAC Liaison: Budget template for LTAC funds discussed for 2011 budgeting
16. Liaison to Ilwaco/Ocean Park: Blues and Seafood discussed. The Tuna Classic is ready. Ocean Parks Garlic Festival went well. Sunday’s weather dampened things; but, turnout was great. Buzy Bees is going out of business. July 4th parade went well. Twenty tons of “post July 4th” trash was picked up.on the beach.

• Friday, September 10, 2010, 8:00 am  NOTE CHANGE OF DATE DUE TO HOLIDAY
• Friday, October 1, 2010, 8:00 am
• Friday, November 5, 2010, 8:00 am
• Friday, December 3, 2010, 8:00 am
• Friday, January 7, 2011, 8:00 am

Upcoming Board Meetings (all members are welcome!):

• Friday, September 17, 2010, 8:00 am
• Friday, October 15, 2010, 8:00 am
• Friday, November 19, 2010, 8:00 am
• Friday, December 17, 2010, 8:00 am
• Friday, January 21, 2011, 8:00 am

at:
Benson’s by the Beach Restaurant (360) 642-3300
504 Pacific Ave S Long Beach, WA 98631

COMMITTEE REPORTS
BLUEGRASS – Ruthann Hocking reported all excited for the event 3/26-28; everything moving forward.
BEACH RUN – Paula Mraz reported that committee is finalizing brochures and working on the clam dollars.
D.O. GAMES – Brandy Ferguson reported that the brochures are printed; still looking for people to volunteer to help with first aide.  Inquiries  to Long Beach Fire Department.
SANDSATIONS – Becky Johnson reported that she met with city crew; merchant letters were sent out.
JAKE’S BDAY – Nothing new to report.
WSIKF – Jane Holeman reported well underway; Brochure being worked on it’s the 30th annual.  They will be having well known kite makers kites for the past 30 years for said kites to be displayed.  Travel arrangements are being made.
Holidays at the Beach – Rack cards were dropped off at the Visitors Bureau.  Mayor Bob working on having more Christmas lighting for next years Holiday at the Beach.
LOYALTY DAYS – Ragan Andrew – Six weeks away; 50 entries; Governor unable to attend; have new float built by then.  It was mentioned that the Ilwaco Band needs to submit an application in order to participate.
SURF PERCH – No Report
SUMMERFEST – Ragan Andrew reported that schedule is out soon and waiting for confirmation of Mother Goose.
LONG BEACH VISITORS BUREAU – Nothing to report
LIASON TO Long Beach CITY COUNCIL- Jerry Phillips reported that they are hosting the QR Codes you should be seeing them around town.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:52 am
Next Meeting April 9, 2010 at 8:00 am at Bensons. (Rescheduled from the original date of April 2, 2010)

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 & 17^th. 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

Click the pic for a closer look!

And a good time was had!  Thanks to Keith Schwartz for the photos.  Or is it curse Keith Schwartz for the photos?  :-}

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The City of Long Beach and Pacific County invite you to an evening of learning.

Who:      Citizens, Decision-makers
What:     A Short Course on Local Planning
Why:      To get a basic understanding of land use planning
Where:   Pacific County new Administration Building
7013 Sandridge Road, Long Beach
When:     Thursday, November 5th, 6:30 to 9:30 PM

Have you ever wondered how land use decisions are made? This short course will cover the following:

• Legal and practical objectives of planning
• Citizen participation and the public process
• Washington’s Growth Management and Shoreline Management Acts
• Constitutional rights and responsibilities
• Development tools and techniques
• Planning and environmental legislation
• County and Tribal planning issues
• Annexations

There will be three outstanding teachers/speakers. Normally, this type of education would cost a substantial amount per pupil. However, the Washington Department of Commerce, Washington Cities Insurance Authority, and the Planning Association of Washington have combined resources to provide speakers for this event at no cost to you.

Refreshments will be available.

For more information, contact the Long Beach Community Development Department: 360/642-4421.

Click to download a print-friendly flyer & map.

We need some fun times!!  …and if history truly is the best indicator of the future, we’re in for a good time at this party!

Click the image for a closer look or here for a pdf flyer.

CALL TO ORDER

INTRODUCTIONS

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

TREASURER’S REPORT

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

• The Board requests approval from the membership to raise dues from $75 to $85, effective 01/01/10.  Dues for 2010 remain at $75 if paid before the end of Dec., 2009.
• The membership is requested to review updates to the LBMA Bylaws and be prepared to request changes else vote approval at next month’s meeting.
• Nomination of officers for 2010

NEW BUSINESS

• Jay Flint, ShoreBank, re National Heritage Area [10-15 mins]
• Linda Jessen, Pacific NW 4WD Association/Operation Shore Patrol

COMMITTEE REPORTS

• Holidays at the Beach [Steven Linhart]
• LBMA Holiday After Hours, [Ruth Ann Hocking]
• Blue Grass Festival,  [Ruth Ann Hocking]
• Beach To Chowder Run/Walk [Sherry Hash]
• Doggie Olympic Games [Brandy Ferguson]
• SandSations [Becky Johnson]
• Jake’s Birthday [Wendy Murry]
• Kite Festival [Jane Holeman]

OTHER REPORTS

• Kite Museum [Kay Buesing]
• Loyalty Days [Bob Andrew]
• Surf Perch Derby [Dale Jacobson]
• SummerFest [Ragan Andrew]
• Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Bureau [Kay Buesing]
• Liaison to Long Beach City Council
• City Lodging Tax Advisory Committee [Wayne O’Dell]
• Liaison to Ocean Park, Ilwaco [Dave Little]

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• LB City Council Meeting: October 5, 2009, 7:00 pm, City Hall
• LBMA Board Meeting: October 16, 2009, 8:00 am, Benson’s
• LB City Council Meeting: October 19, 2009, 7:00 pm, City Hall
• LB City Council Meeting: November 2, 2009, 7:00 pm, City Hall
• LBMA Meeting: November 6, 2009, 8:00 am, Benson’s

ADJOURNMENT

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Long Beach Merchants Association

Election of Officers for 2010

Article VII: Section 4. There shall be five (5) directors. Three of the directorships are to be filled by election from the membership at large for terms of three years, with one directorship to open each year. Two of the directorships are to be filled by Immediate Past-Presidents of the Association for terms of two years each. Whenever there is an unscheduled vacancy in the Board of Directors, the remaining term of the vacant directorship is to be filled by election from the membership at large. Only current members of the Association may be directors.

Red names are nominated.  Red seats are up for election.

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LBMA-Bylaws-proposedOct09.pdf