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Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Meeting of the Board of Directors and General Membership August 4, 2010 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by President, Mark Massicotte at 8:15 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Laurie Sterbenz, Secretary, took roll call: Directors Present: Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, Karen De Kleyn, Laurie Sterbenz, Nick Lindemann Directors Absent: Will Ross, Lois Kemppainen, Tim Brennan, Gregg Nominelli, and Brian Baccus
Prior Meeting Minutes On a motion by Debbie Stouffer, with a second by Nick Lindemann, minutes of the July 7, 2010, meeting were accepted. Approved.
Treasurer’s Report Karen De Kleyn gave the Treasurer’s Report. The Superior National Bank checking account had a beginning balance in July of $8,033.42 and an ending balance of $6,870.96. A motion was made by Debbie Stouffer, with a second by Laurie Sterbenz, to accept the July 2010 Treasurer’s Report. Approved.
Community Events · Business After Hours – Plans will be made for a Marketing Workshop with Sandra Lytikainen. Also, “meet the candidates” will likely be scheduled for September. · Baraga County Fair – Will Ross will deliver the display boards to the fair site and Karen De Kleyn will provide membership forms and pick up the boards on Sunday, August 15th.
Karen De Kleyn will prepare a survey for the purpose of gathering contact information and feedback to be used at regular meetings and future events.
Economic Development
The group made plans for a special meeting to be held on September 1st. The Tribal EDC, Baraga County EDC, Baraga County Commissioners, the new Regional Economic Director, as well as the public will be invited. This “County Collaboration Forum” will hold a public discussion highlighting the different organizations’ goals and plans.
A special agenda will be prepared in addition to the regular meeting agenda.
Laurie Sterbenz will place an ad in the L’Anse Sentinel and will secure the larger conference area and order refreshments for the meeting. Mark Massicotte will provide invitations to appropriate individuals of the above mentioned organizations.
Plans for September 1st is dependent on availability of the new Regional Economic Director. Backup date is October 6th.
The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors and general membership will be held on Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Adjournment A motion to adjourn was made by Karen De Kleyn, with a second by Laurie Sterbenz. Approved. President, Mark Massicotte adjourned the meeting at 9:57 a.m.
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Meeting of the Board of Directors and General Membership July 7, 2010 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by President, Mark Massicotte at 8:27 a.m. on Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Karen De Kleyn, Treasurer, took roll call: Directors Present: Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, Karen De Kleyn, Brian Baccus Directors Absent: Will Ross, Nick Lindemann, Lois Kemppainen, Tim Brennan, Gregg Nominelli, and Laurie Sterbenz General Membership Present: Bob LaFave, Village of L’Anse
Prior Meeting Minutes Debbie Stouffer made a motion, with a second by Brian Baccus, to accept the minutes of the June 2, 2010, meeting. Approved.
Treasurer’s Report Karen De Kleyn gave the Treasurer’s Report. The Superior National Bank checking account had a beginning balance in June of $5,129.46 and an ending balance of $8,033.42. A motion was made by Brian Baccus, with a second by Debbie Stouffer, to accept the June 2010 Treasurer’s Report. Approved.
Community Events · Business After Hours – Debbie Stouffer and Karen De Kleyn reported that 15 people attended the June 24th Business After Hours and the presenters, Ron Miaso from Michigan Works! and Kathy Flagstadt, from Michigan Rehabilitation Services were well received. William Doan, candidate for Michigan State House of Representatives – 110th District also attended with his campaign manager and made a short presentation. Karen De Kleyn expressed thanks to Debbi Kissel, at Espresso on Main, for hosting the event and providing delicious refreshments.
Future events will include a marketing workshop and “meet the candidates” program in the fall. For the marketing workshop, Debbie Stouffer suggested asking the new county economic development person to speak. The “meet the candidates” event will be held after the primary elections as it might be difficult to get attendees during the summer.
Ideas from members for future Business After Hours events are welcome.
· Chamber of Commerce 5th Annual Golf Tournament – The golf tournament held on June 19, 2010 was a big success again this year. There were 29 teams participating and a profit of $716.92 was realized. Next year, the Directors of the Chamber will need to get an earlier start on gathering prizes. Many thanks to Faye Lozier and Sue Brunet and their crew for all their efforts to make this a fun event that people look forward to each year.
· Baraga County Lake Trout Festival – The festival on June 11th and June 12th was well-attended, in spite of less than ideal weather. The kick-off fish fry on Friday, June 11th, held at the L’Anse American Legion, yielded $463 for the Chamber. Of that amount, $400 was donated to St. Vincent de Paul Society, with $63 held back to pay for a L’Anse Sentinel thank you ad. Laurie Sterbenz is working on this ad. · ATV Run – The Chamber will consider promoting an ATV Run in 2011. It should be included on the agenda for March or April 2011. Karen De Kleyn drafted an e-mail to Skip Schulz, President of Mi-TRALE, and will send it at the appropriate time. · Lumberjack Days - July 4th –The Chamber had a float in the parade for the first time, thanks to a lot of hard work by Willie Ross, Nick Lindemann, and Karen De Kleyn. There were 27 members who took advantage of the free advertising. · Covington Parks and Recreation-July 4th Celebration –The $250 donation was sent to the Covington Parks and Recreation for their July 4th celebration, held on July 3rd. · Baraga County Fair – The display boards created for the 4th of July parade float will also be used at the Baraga County Fair, advertising membership. The three-panel display board with all member names will be placed on a table with membership forms, and the larger boards from the parade float will be placed behind the table. Brian Baccus made a motion, with a second by Debbie Stouffer, to donate $500 to the Baraga County Fair. Approved. · KBIC Fishing Derby - Per Karen De Kleyn, she heard the Derby was well attended on June 26th.
Economic Development Mark Massicotte and Bob LaFave shared information with the Chamber regarding the Economic Development position for Baraga County. An individual has been hired and will be covering Baraga and Ontonagon Counties.
Mark Massicotte will continue to work on board collaboration with Baraga County Economic Development Corporation and the KBIC Economic Development group and the Baraga County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Chamber of Commerce Web Site Karen De Kleyn reported the Chamber’s web site domain name www.baragacc.org came up for renewal and cannot currently be accessed. According to an online communication from Network Solutions, the registration expired on 6/24/10. Karen will contact web host, up.net, to determine if Network Solutions is a legitimate company; if so, she will register the domain name with that company for one year.
Mark Massicotte will continue to pursue a joint website with Baraga County.
Old Business Discussion took place about the Chamber informational brochure. Lois Kemppainen will be asked for an update before the next meeting.
Membership Drive According to Treasurer, Karen De Kleyn, 54 members have paid dues for 2010. She will send Mark Massicotte an e-mail identifying the five members who have not yet paid dues. Mark will contact these members.
New Business Mark Massicotte suggested we consider not having a meeting in July in the future, due to typically lower attendance in this month.
Brian Baccus would like to see the industrial park in Baraga given some attention to make it look better – e.g. cut the grass, update the signage for current businesses, etc. Brian will follow up with the Village of Baraga and/or the Baraga County Convention and Visitors Bureau to see if there are resources available for this.
Mark Massicotte would like to see signage for the L’Anse industrial park. Bob LaFave will look into this.
The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors and general membership will be held on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Adjournment A motion to adjourn was made by Debbie Stouffer, with a second by Brian Baccus. Approved. President, Mark Massicotte adjourned the meeting at 9:45 a.m.
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Meeting of the Board of Directors and General Membership June 2, 2010 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by President, Mark Massicotte at 8:04 a.m. on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Laurie Sterbenz, Secretary, took roll call:
Directors Present: Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, Karen De Kleyn, Nick Lindemann, Lois Kemppainen, Tim Brennan, Gregg Nominelli, and Laurie Sterbenz
Directors Absent: Brian Baccus, Will Ross
General Membership Present: Roy Kemppainen, Village of Baraga
Prior Meeting Minutes
Greg Nominelli made a motion, with a second by Debbie Stouffer, to accept the minutes of the May 5, 2010, meeting. Approved.
Treasurer’s Report
Karen De Kleyn gave the Treasurer’s Report. The Superior National Bank checking account had a beginning balance in May of $7,348.74 and an ending balance of $5,129.46. A motion was made by Lois Kemppainen, with a second by Greg Nominelli, to accept the May 2010 Treasurer’s Report. Approved.
Community Events
· Business After Hours – Debbie Stouffer reported that the June Business After Hours is finalized for June 24th at Espresso on Main in L’Anse. Michigan Works! And Michigan Rehabilitation Services will be presenting. A brochure was distributed. · Chamber of Commerce 5th Annual Golf Tournament - June 19, 2010 · Baraga County Lake Trout Festival June 11 & 12 – There will be a kick-off Fish Fry on Friday, June 11 at the L’Anse American Legion. The Chamber will work alongside other local organizations at the Fish Fry. Lois Kemppainen will be taking tickets at the door and Nick Lindemann will cook. Profits are being donated to St. Vincent de Paul Society. · ATV Run – The Chamber will look at the ATV Run for 2011, focusing on it in March and April. · Lumberjack Parade, July 4th – Deadline will be extended to June 15th for members to submit business cards for float. · Covington Parks and Recreation-July 4th Celebration - There has been no communication from this organization yet; Lois Kemppainen will contact the individuals in charge. A motion was made by Debbie Stouffer, with a second by Karen De Kleyn to donate $250 to the Covington Parks and Recreation July 4th celebration, if requested. Approved. · Baraga County Fair – The display boards being created for the float will also be used at the fair, advertising membership. · KBIC Fishing Derby - The Derby will be held on June 26th. A motion was made by Tim Brennan, supported by Lois Kemppainen, to donate $100 to support the Derby. Approved.
Economic Development
Mark Massicotte shared information with the Chamber regarding the Economic Development position. Baraga County is invited to put together a list of its needs and priorities as it relates to this position.
Chamber of Commerce Web Site
Karen DeKleyn mentioned that events from outside Baraga County may appear on the website due to requests she has received. The group agreed that honoring these requests that generate interest in neighboring communities is beneficial for all.
More discussion was held about the advantages of the Chamber pursuing a joint website with the County. Mark Massicotte will continue to investigate whether or not this is an option that is available to the Chamber.
Old Business
According to Treasurer De Kleyn, fifty-one members have paid dues so far this year.
New Business
Mark Massicotte passed around handouts from U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow that he collected at a recent Round Table in Washington D.C. The handouts outline the 21st Century Manufacturing Plan and health insurance reform.
Possibilities for the next Business After Hours were discussed. Among the ideas was a pre-election season “Meet the Candidates” session and perhaps a marketing workshop in lieu of a standard Business After Hours.
Rationale for the cost feasibility study being done by the road commission to purchase the vacant Terex Handlers building was discussed. It was mentioned that the county commissioners are aware that this purchase would not necessarily have a positive affect on the community, but that they have to look at it from a financial aspect.
The rumor of Pettibone pulling out of Baraga and moving to the Barko manufacturing facility in Superior, Wisconsin, was addressed. There are no plans to move Pettibone anywhere according to Nick Lindemann.
The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors and general membership will be held on Wednesday, July 7, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Adjournment
A motion to adjourn was made by Debbie Stouffer with a second by Karen De Kleyn. Approved. President, Mark Massicotte adjourned the meeting at 9:28 a.m.
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Meeting of the Board of Directors and General Membership May 5, 2010 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by President, Mark Massicotte at 8:10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Laurie Sterbenz, Secretary, took roll call:
Directors Present: Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, Brian Baccus, Karen De Kleyn, Nick Lindemann, Will Ross, Laurie Sterbenz
Directors Absent: Tim Brennan, Gregg Nominelli, Lois Kemppainen
General Membership Present: Faye Lozier, Baraga County Memorial Hospital
Prior Meeting Minutes
Karen De Kleyn made a motion, with a second by Nick Lindemann, to accept the minutes of the April 7, 2010, meeting. Approved.
Treasurer’s Report
Karen De Kleyn gave the Treasurer’s Report. The Superior National Bank checking account had a beginning balance of $8,551.74 and an ending balance in April of $7,348.74. A motion was made by Debbie Stouffer, with a second by Will Ross, to accept the April 2010 Treasurer’s Report. Approved.
Community Events
· Entrepreneurial Fair (E-Fair) – Mark Massicotte gave a summary on the event which was very well attended and an overall success. Debbie Stouffer reported that she was able to provide the Chamber sponsored lunch and refreshments at the approved amount. · Business After Hours – Several ideas were discussed for upcoming events. Debbie Stouffer will begin setting up the July Business After Hours. · Chamber of Commerce 5th Annual Golf Tournament, June 19, 2010 – Faye Lozier updated members on the upcoming tournament. Letters will be sent to last year’s participants. Mark Massicotte suggested an email challenge to local business owners to sponsor participants. Representation from the Chamber will be needed to help serve lunch. A motion was made by Will Ross, supported by Brian Baccus, to offer financial support in the amount of $2,500.00. · Baraga County Lake Trout Festival June 11 & 12 – There will be a kick-off Fish Fry on Friday, June 11 at the L’Anse American Legion. · ATV Run – Will Ross and Nick Lindemann will try to form a committee and will contact the Convention Bureau. · Lumberjack Parade, July 4th – Nick Lindemann and Will Ross will work on a float. Karen De Kleyn will email members requesting copies of business cards for display. Members will be asked to mail business cards by June 1st to Chamber Post Office Box, drop off at Ameriprise Financial or First Choice Auto Body in L’Anse or email to Nick Lindemann. Laurie Sterbenz will get a quote for different ways of displaying Chamber Member’s business cards on display boards. Mark Massicotte volunteered Bonnie Dompier to carry the Chamber banner with him. · Covington Parks and Recreation-July 4th there has been no communication from this organization yet. · Baraga County Fair – The display boards being created for the float will also be used at the fair, advertising membership. · KBIC Fishing Derby – will be discussed at future meeting.
Economic Development
Brian Baccus reported that the Superior Supplier Network is starting interviews now with the three final candidates for the Coordinator position and should have someone in place within thirty days.
Mark Massicotte will send email to Gregg Nominelli requesting an update on board collaboration.
Chamber of Commerce Web Site
Mark Massicotte recommended that we pursue a joint website with Baraga County and discussion was held.
Old Business
According to Treasurer De Kleyn, forty-five members have paid dues this year. Second requests have been sent out. Members will be listed in the 2010 Summer Guide in the L’Anse Sentinel.
On a motion by Will Ross, supported by Laurie Sterbenz, $50.00 was approved for an ad in the L’Anse Sentinel’s 2010 Summer Guide. Approved.
New Business
The group agreed to continue to support the Baraga County Convention and Visitors Center phone charges.
The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors and general membership will be held on Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Adjournment
A motion to adjourn was made by Debbie Stouffer with a second by Will Ross. Approved. President, Mark Massicotte adjourned the meeting at 9:28 a.m.
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Meeting of the Board of Directors and General Membership April 7, 2010 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by President, Mark Massicotte at 8:07 a.m. on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Laurie Sterbenz, Secretary, took roll call:
Directors Present: Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, Brian Baccus, Karen De Kleyn, Nick Lindemann, Will Ross, Laurie Sterbenz
Directors Absent: Tim Brennan, Gregg Nominelli, Lois Kemppainen
General Membership Present: Pete Massie, Massie Manufacturing
Prior Meeting Minutes
Karen De Kleyn made a motion, with a second by Nick Lindemann, to accept the minutes of the March 3, 2010, meeting. Approved.
Treasurer’s Report
Karen De Kleyn gave the Treasurer’s Report for February-March 2010. The Superior National Bank checking account had a beginning balance of $6,289.48 and an ending balance in March of $8,551.74. The increase was due to receipt of membership dues. A motion was made by Debbie Stouffer, with a second by Nick Lindemann, to accept the February-March 2010 Treasurer’s Report. Approved.
Community Events
Economic Development
Brian Baccus noted that the Superior Supplier Network has received between twenty and thirty applications for the Business Development Coordinator and they are progressing forward.
The group also had discussion on furthering the development of a Board Collaboration Committee.
Chamber of Commerce Web Site
Karen De Kleyn and group discussed the design, scope and purpose of website.
Old Business – The Chamber membership drive will require assistance. All board members not present will be volunteered for service.
New Business – Phone charges from Baraga County Convention and Visitors Center
The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors and general membership will be held on Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Adjournment
A motion to adjourn was made by Brian Baccus with a second by Will Ross. Approved. President, Mark Massicotte adjourned the meeting at 9:15 a.m. Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Meeting of the Board of Directors and General Membership March 3, 2010 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by President, Mark Massicotte at 8:08 a.m. on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn. Laurie Sterbenz, Secretary, took roll call: Directors Present: Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, Will Ross, Lois Kemppainen, Gregg Nominelli, Nick Lindemann, Laurie Sterbenz Directors Absent: Brian Baccus, Tim Brennan, Karen De Kleyn General Membership Present: Bob LaFave, Village of L’Anse Prior Meeting Minutes Lois Kemppainen made a motion, with a second by Debbie Stouffer, to accept the minutes of the February 3, 2010, meeting. Approved. Treasurer’s Report Karen De Kleyn was not present for the meeting. The Treasurer’s Report for February and March will be given at the April 7th meeting. Scheduled guest, Renee Marion of Goodwill Industries, was unable to attend due to a timing conflict. Laurie Sterbenz distributed a summary prepared by Karen De Kleyn that highlighted the Chamber’s 2009 activities/events as well as current plans for 2010. Community Events
Economic Development
A new Board Collaboration Committee will be formed and headed up by Gregg Nominelli. Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, and Laurie Sterbenz volunteered to join Gregg in this new effort. Nick Lindemann talked about the need for a county wide “hierarchy chart” to be developed as a communications tool. Superior Suppliers Network A position has been posted by Superior Supplier Network for a Business Development Coordinator. Chamber of Commerce Web Site – Portal to Member Websites Karen De Kleyn was out of town for the meeting but wanted the group to know that she will focus on this upon her return. Membership Drive The 2010 membership drive has begun with a mailing. Lois Kemppainen reported on research she had done about potential benefits to joining the Chamber of Commerce. A flyer could be developed to be handed out to encourage membership signings at such events as the upcoming Entrepreneurial and County Fairs. The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors and general membership will be held on Wednesday, April 7th, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn. Adjournment A motion to adjourn was made by Lois Kemppainen with a second by Debbie Stouffer. Approved. President, Mark Massicotte adjourned the meeting at 9:20 a.m.
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Meeting of the Board of Directors and General Membership February 3, 2010 Minutes The meeting was called to order by President, Mark Massicotte at 8:10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn. Laurie Sterbenz, Secretary, took roll call: Directors Present: Karen De Kleyn, Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, Tim Brennan, Will Ross, Lois Kemppainen, Laurie Sterbenz Directors Absent: Nick Lindemann, Brian Baccus, Gregg Nominelli Prior Meeting Minutes Will Ross made a motion, with a second by Debbie Stouffer, to accept the minutes of the January 23, 2010, Annual Meeting. Approved. Treasurer’s Report Karen De Kleyn gave the Treasurer’s Report for January 2010. The Superior National Bank checking account balance on January 31, 2010 was $6,683.48. A motion was made by Lois Kemppainen, with a second by Tim Brennan, to accept the January, 2010, Treasurer’s Report. Approved. Business After Hours The group was reminded that Business After Hours (Small Business Ideas, Strategies, and Financing) will be held on Tuesday, February 16th at the Obiwa Community College. An ad will be placed in the L’Anse Sentinel and a notice will be sent to the Daily Mining Gazette as well. Flyers will also be placed around town. Radio advertising will be looked into by for this and future Business After Hours events. Potential future Business After Hours themes were discussed. The next Business After Hours will be held in April with the goal for 2010 being between 4-6 events. Community Events Community activities suggested for 2010 support or participation were the ATV Run, July 4th Lumberjack Parade, and the Baraga County Lake Trout Festival. By request, Karen De Kleyn will email the Board a copy of the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce objective as well as a 2009 review and summary of 2010 plans. Membership Drive Karen De Kleyn will begin the 2010 membership drive with a mailing this month. Discussion was held about including a flyer outlining benefits to joining the Chamber. Lois Kemppainen will do research to present at the next regular meeting. Economic Development Partnering for Economic Success in Baraga County – Northern Initiatives/Baraga County Economic Development Corporation Meeting: President Massicotte reported to the group that the collaboration meeting held on Tuesday, February 2nd at the Baraga County Convention and Visitors Bureau was very beneficial. Presenter Dennis West of Northern Initiatives spoke to members of the Chamber and the Baraga County EDC and offered assistance from his group going forward. Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament Mark Massicotte volunteered to lead the effort to collect prizes for the golf tournament. The goal is for each member to collect 5 prizes. The next regular meeting of the Board of Directors and general membership will be held on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn. Adjournment A motion to adjourn was made by Lois Kemppainen with a second by Debbie Stouffer. Approved. President, Mark Massicotte adjourned the meeting at 10:20 a.m.
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting January 23, 2010 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by President, Mark Massicotte at 6:42 p.m. on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Karen De Kleyn, Secretary/Treasurer took roll call of the Board members:
Present: Bonnie Dompier, Karen De Kleyn, Will Ross, Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, Tim Brennan, Brian Baccus, Candy Kanniainen Absent: Nick Lindemann
A total of 24 people attended the annual meeting, with 10 members represented.
Welcome/Review of 2009/Plans for 2010 President, Mark Massicotte welcomed members and thanked them for their participation in 2009. He recounted 2009 Chamber activities, including four Business After Hours events, and support of several community events. Mark also touched on plans for 2010, including an emphasis on increasing membership and collaboration with other area Chambers of Commerce and organizations. Directors plan to assist Faye Lozier and Sue Brunet with the annual Chamber of Commerce golf tournament, to be held in June 2010. Mark expressed condolences regarding the passing of Sally Ott, wife of Phil Ott, a former Director of the Chamber.
Prior Meeting Minutes Candy Kanniainen made a motion, with a second by Bonnie Dompier, to accept the minutes of the December 2, 2009 meeting. Approved.
Treasurer’s Report Karen De Kleyn gave the Treasurer’s Report for December 2009. The Superior National Bank checking account statement balance was validated as of December 31, 2009 at $7,082.73, with a checkbook balance of $6,683.48. A motion was made by Tim Brennan, with a second by Bonnie Dompier, to accept the December 2009 Treasurer’s Report. Approved.
Guest Speaker John Tembreull, Administrator of Baraga County Memorial Hospital was the guest speaker. He shared the mission statement of BCMH, a recap of 2009, and a comprehensive overview of the new hospital project. He wrapped up his presentation by taking questions from the group. John’s attendance and presentation at the meeting are greatly appreciated.
Constitution and Bylaws – Proposed Revisions The proposed revisions to the Constitution and Bylaws of the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce were presented to the general membership. A motion was made by Debbie Stouffer, to accept the revisions, with a second by Tim Brennan. Approved.
Election of Directors and Officers Attention was called to the candidate profiles for five Board of Director nominees, including Mark Massicotte, Will Ross, Laurie Sterbenz, Gregg Nominelli, and Lois Kemppainen. Additional nominations were called for, but none were given. A vote by secret ballot took place, to fill five Director positions. The five nominees were elected.
Officer elections began with Karen De Kleyn nominating Mark Massicotte for President, with support by Tom Ross. A vote was taken and Mark Massicotte was elected as President. For Vice President, Karen De Kleyn, with support of Mark Massicotte, nominated Debbie Stouffer. A vote was taken and Debbie Stouffer was elected as Vice President. Debbie Stouffer nominated Karen De Kleyn for Treasurer, and was supported by Candy Kanniainen. A vote was taken and Karen De Kleyn was elected as Treasurer. Karen De Kleyn nominated Laurie Sterbernz for Secretary, and was supported by Tim Brennan. A vote was taken and Laurie Sterbenz was elected as Secretary.
Installation of New Directors and Officers The new members of the Board of Directors and the newly elected Officers were installed, to be effective February 1, 2010.
Prize Drawing Several door prizes were given away at the meeting. The Baraga County Chamber of Commerce provided one of the prizes, but the others were donated by members of the Chamber, including Superior National Bank, Baraga County Memorial Hospital, Pat’s Foods, Kissel’s Chevrolet, Ojibwa Casino, and the L’Anse Sentinel. The Chamber thanks these members for their generous donations.
Karen De Kleyn reported the next meeting of the general membership and the Board of Directors will be Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 – 8:00 a.m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Adjournment Mark Massicotte adjourned the meeting at 8:38 p.m.
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Meeting of the Board of Directors and General Membership December 2, 2009 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by President, Mark Massicotte at 8:08 a.m. on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Karen De Kleyn, Secretary/Treasurer took roll call:
Directors Present: Karen De Kleyn, Mark Massicotte, Debbie Stouffer, Candy Kanniainen, Tim Brennan, Will Ross, Brian Baccus
Directors Absent: Nick Lindemann, Bonnie Dompier
Others: Laurie Sterbenz of Terex
Prior Meeting Minutes Candy Kanniainen made a motion, with a second by Brian Baccus, to accept the minutes of the November 4, 2009 meeting. Approved.
Treasurer’s Report Karen De Kleyn gave the Treasurer’s Report for November 2009. The Superior National Bank checking account statement was not yet received for November; however, the checkbook had a balance of $7,222.73 as of November 30, 2009. A motion was made by Tim Brennan, with a second by Debbie Stouffer, to accept the November 2009 Treasurer’s Report. Approved.
Community Events
Economic Development - Partnering for Economic Success in Baraga County
· Superior Suppliers Network – Brian Baccus reported the Superior Suppliers Network is moving ahead with its business development plan and feasibility study. The group will meet on Friday, December 4, 2009.
Business After Hours Debbie Stouffer will chair the committee for the next Business After Hours event, tentatively planned for February 2010. The event will be held at the Ojibwa Community College and the theme will be assisting new businesses in getting started.
Thank you notes will be sent to Irene’s Pizza and Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn for providing appetizers for previous Business After Hours Events.
2010 Board Member Vacancies, Officer Vacancies, Administrative Clerk Duties Four Directors’ terms will expire at the end of the 2009 Chamber year; therefore, replacements will be elected at the annual meeting in January 2010. Karen De Kleyn will solicit profiles from the four people who accepted nominations for Director positions, including Greg Nominelli, Lois Kemppainen, Laurie Sterbenz, and Mark Massicotte. Candy Kanniainen will let Karen De Kleyn know if she decides to run for an additional term. Officers will also be elected at the annual meeting.
Chamber of Commerce Web Site – Portal to Member Web Sites In the interest of time, this will be discussed at the next meeting.
Annual Dinner Meeting – January 2010 Karen De Kleyn will organize the Chamber’s annual dinner meeting, tentatively planned for Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn. Invitations will be mailed to all members by the end of December 2009. The meeting will be open to the community and will be advertised in the L’Anse Sentinel. Candy Kanniainen will contact John Tembreull, Administrator – Baraga County Memorial Hospital to see if he will speak at the dinner. Tim Brennan suggested we demonstrate how to access the Chamber web site; Karen will ask MichiganWorks! if their LCD projector is available for use.
After the January 23, 2010 annual dinner meeting, the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors and general membership will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at 8:00 .m. at the Best Western Baraga Lakeside Inn.
Adjournment A motion to adjourn was made by Debbie Stouffer with a second by Will Ross. Approved. President, Mark Massicotte adjourned the meeting at 8:58 a.m. |
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