Minutes

Crisfield Chamber Board of Directors
June 14, 2006

The Crisfield Chamber of Commerce held its monthly Board of Directors meeting on June 14, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. at the Crisfield Fire Hall. Meeting was brought to order by President Steve Marshall. Board member present were: Sue Heath, Charlotte Scott, Danny Thompson, David Price, Tom Shores, David Mason, Steve Marshall, Wade Ward, John Phoebus, Chris Sterling,Vince Jordan. Members present were: Charles Pinkerman, Carol Pinkerman, David Dodge, Jerry Black, Elaine Patterson, Eddie Heath, Andy Haynie, Tillie Doyle, Teri Christenson, Russell Ward, Jane Riggin, Kristy Hickman, Raymond Anderson, Dan Kuebler, Bill Buttrill.

Previous minutes were read and approved. We had two (2) set because of so many items on the agenda. The first minutes, May 11th, motion made by Danny Thompson to accept, seconded by Charlotte Scott. The second minutes, May 30th, were approved, motion made to accept by John Phoebus, seconded by Sue Heath. Tom Shores gave the treasurer’s report. Motion made to accept by John Phoebus, seconded by Sue Heath.

Chamber member, Jerry Black, from Aerospace Manufacturing Co., was in attendance. He introduced himself to the chamber members and stated that the company has been moving in and working from the old Carvel Hall building. We welcome Jerry.

Also, chamber member, David Dodge, real estate developer and president of Smart Growth Land Management Co. was there and introduced himself and stated that he’d like to become an active chamber member. He is very interested in the town and community, as is Mr. Jerry Black.

Valerie Mason gave the office summary. The office is very busy with the summer events (fishing tournament, clam bake and Crab Derby). The Jaycees sent information to the chamber stating that they are trying to start a Jaycees Club in Crisfield. If anyone is interested, please contact Valerie. Also, the Animal Plant has contacted the office regarding coming to the Crab Derby for the crab races. The show will be aired nationally.

Guest speaker, Elaine Patterson, is a chamber member and is from the eastern shore. She owns her company, Arcadia Enterprises. Elaine also had products on display.

Charles Pinkerman, CEO, McCready Foundation, gave an update on the hospital and nursing home. Three years ago they started on a project to improve the facilities. An architect developed plans, which is a 4 story building, 60,000 square feet. They also found a need for an assisted living area. So the plan has been submitted for improvements to hospital and nursing home, with an assisted living space. They have 18 months to finalize the contract and 3 years to get the building done. They are beginning a fund drive and are asking the chamber for a donation. Steve will have the finance committee look at that.

Charlotte Scott, chairperson for the Candidate’s Forum, gave a report. Approximately 300 people were in attendance. It went very well, with all candidates very respectful of each other. The budget was $1,000.00 and $869.33 was spent. Charlotte also shared an email she received from Frank Urban, the moderator. We will also be giving Frank $50.00 gift certificate to the new Captain’s Galley for his help on the forum.

There will be a fishing tournament meeting tonight at 7:00 p.m. at fire hall. Volunteers have called the office to help, which is greatly appreciated. The kick-off party will Thursday, June 22nd. Jay Tawes is helping with the financing of the tournament. We appreciate Jay’s help!

Danny Thompson, EDC, may need help on a couple projects from the Crisfield chamber and the Princess Anne chamber. He will let us know more later.

Dan Kuebler, Public Relations, said that it has been a quiet month. No report.

New Business: John Phoebus stated that Chris Tyler is organizing the trolley for the upcoming election.

Elaine Patterson, chamber member, suggested that we increase the gift certificate to Frank Urban from $50.00 to $100.00. Motion made by Bill Buttrill, seconded by Phil Goldsborough. No opposed. John Phoebus also suggested to send Frank a free membership for the balance of the year.

Dan Kuebler, asked about the showmobile. Steve said that he has someone looking into it.

Steve Marshall encouraged everyone that could vote, to please do so. He wished Raymond Anderson and Danny Thompson, who were in attendance, good luck at the election.

Janice Jones, stated that there will be a seminar in Baltimore by Ben Carson, on July 24th. If anyone is interested, please contact the office.

Jane Riggin, Women Supporting Women, said that Barb Morgan will be the new facilitator at the new office on Main St.

We thank the Crisfield Fire Department for letting us use their room for the meeting. Next chamber meeting will be Thursday, July 13th, at the Tawes Museum.

Motion made to adjourn at 7:00 p.m. Bill Buttrill, seconded by Sue Heath.

Respectfully submitted,

Valerie Mason,
Office Manager

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