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

Next Board Meeting (all members are welcome!):
Friday, February 19, 2010, 8:00 am

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

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?  :-}

Click any photo for a closer look.

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

I wanted to let all festival and event planners on the Washington and Oregon coast know about this wonderful opportunity coming to Long Beach on Friday October 16th, 2009.  The Washington Festival and Events Association is partnering with the City of Long Beach to host a “SHOW ME THE MONEY, Event Professional Development Seminar”.

I am hoping that all of you will take a brief moment and look over the attached flyer so that you can plan to attend.  There will be a buffet breakfast and lunch as well as raffle items provided by WFEA.   There is also a block of rooms available for those that need lodging accommodations.

Thank you for your time and consideration.  If you have any questions regarding this event please let me know.

Respectfully,

Ragan Andrew
Tourism & Events Coordinator
City of Long Beach, WA.

2009 Seminar Flyer-Spokane-Long Beach.pdf

CALL TO ORDER: Linhart, Scharfe, Hash, Schwartz, Hocking, Holeman.  Guest: Keith Schwartz

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

• Motion by Barker-Sayce, 2nd by Holeman, unanimously approved:
  “When spending LBMA funds, LBMA Members are to be given first opportunity to provide the product or service.  If this is not possible, non-member, local businesses receive second opportunity.  If this is not possible, a competitive bid process is recommended.”
• Motion by Barker-Sayce, 2nd by Holeman, unanimously approved:
  “LBMA representatives are encouraged to engage in a bid process when purchasing products and services.  All purchases in excess of $2500 must be put out for bid.”
• Jane volunteered to create a Festival Chairs Guide and will work with other Festival Chairs to create, and keep current, handbooks of their respective events.

NEW BUSINESS

• Business of the year submission from the Long Beach Merchants for the PCEDC
  The Board made anonymous nominations to the Secretary and then directed the Secretary to conduct further nominations, and complete the vote, via email.  The nominees were Active Enterprises, Long Beach Commercial Security and Peninsula Pharmacies.  Active Enterprises is the LBMA Business of the Year 2008.
• Membership Dues for 2010.  Motion by Barker-Sayce, 2nd Scharfe, unanimously approved:
  “Dues to remain at $75 through 2009 and increase to $85, beginning in January, 2010″
  This now goes to the membership for vote.
• PayPal for LBMA for online sales of t-shirts, posters, etc.  Discussion without formal action.  Keleigh volunteered to work with the 2010 Treasurer and Event Chairs to accomplish this goal after elections.
• Visitors Bureau and Independence Day.  Discussion without formal action.
• Secretary was directed to send, to Festival Chairs, 2009  budget request paperwork and request them to submit requests for 2010 to the Secretary by the October 3rd regular meeting.

ADJOURNMENT