Minutes

Crisfield Chamber Board of Directors Meeting
July 12, 2007
8:00 A. M.


The Crisfield Chamber of Commerce Board Of Director’s meeting was held on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at 8:00 a.m. The meeting was held upstairs at the Tawes Museum. Meeting brought to order by Vice-President Chris Sterling, in the absence of President Steve Marshall. Board members present were: Sandy Atkins, Chris Tyler, Terry Pehan, Chris Sterling, Virginia Townsend, Wade Ward, Teri Christensen, Dan Kuebler, Tom Shores, Pat Carson, George Calamaras, Patti Marshall, Mike Milbourne, Jay Tawes, David Mason and Diane Megonigle. Those absent were: Dean Goldsborough, Sue Heath, Steve Marshall, Bill Buttrill, Clarence Bell, David Price, Dennis Smith, Mary Beth Pruitt and Mark Good.

Minutes from previous meeting was read and approved. Motion made by Terry Pehan, seconded by Chris Tyler.

Tom Shores gave the treasurer’s report. Dan Kuebler asked about the $1,500 donated to the Lioness/Lions each year for them to host the Soft Shell Festival. He suggested that the money be used on promotions. Motion made by Jay Tawes to accept report, seconded by Virginia Townsend. Chris Sterling and Sandy Atkins (Lioness & Lions members) will check into the $1,500 donation.

Insurance Review – John Phoebus: John gave hand-outs to board members. Terry suggested to take and read the information before the next board meeting. Warnings and disclaimers were also discussed.

Office summary – Valerie Mason: The office is extremely busy with Clam Bake. Tickets sales are going very well. Valerie asked about signage for the front of the building, she’s had several people complain that you can not see the sign because it is so dark. We will get Becky Lowe to look at painting it. Mike Milbourne has also offered to donate a State or American flag to put out front, so the office can be seen better.

Also, Dan Kuebler ordered a lap-top for Valerie. It’s a Dell and cost approx. $500.00. The others in the office will also be able to use it, since it’s 3 people with only one computer.

Events – Virginia Townsend: Virginia has talked with the chair people of each event at Crab Derby and things are going well.


Government – Diane Megonigle: Diane stated that there is going to be a group meeting with the county soon and Diane has asked to be notified, so she can attend. Also, there is an SRP meeting set for Monday, July 23rd at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.

Airport – Terry Pehan: Terry said that there is potential for airport expansion. A meeting has been set for July 26th, 6:00 p.m. at Crisfield High School.


Membership – Patti Marshall: Patti announced that there are a few businesses that are interested in doing a “Business After Hours”. However, we will wait until after the large events are over and everyone will have more time. Those businesses who have offered are Clarence Sterling & Son, Pizza Shoppe & My Fair Lady. We appreciate those businesses offering to do the “Business After Hours”.


McCready Foundation: Chris Sterling said that the nursing home/assisted living received its final approval. Construction should begin in March 2008.


Events:

Jazz Festival: Jay Tawes stated how nice the Jazz Festival was, it was well attended and everyone enjoyed it. We appreciate Ki Coleman of the Capt. Galley chairing that event.


Fishing Tournament: Mike Milbourne said that they have already started talking about next year’s tournament. David Mason has agreed to co-chair the event with Mike and they have some new ideas to improve it. Mike Milbourne also wanted to publicly thank David Mason, David Tawes, Andy Haynie for all their hours of volunteering for the tournament.


Clam Bake: Things are going well. We will bagging clams Sunday, July 15th, at 6:00 p.m. at H. Glenwood Evans & Sons. We are asking for volunteers to please come out and help.


Car Show: John Tawes is chairing this event and has been working very hard on organizing it. It will be held Saturday, Aug. 4th, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location will be on Rt. 413, on the highway, between 9th St. (Waterman’s Inn) and the City Dock. Only one side will be blocked off. He’s also having entertainment, food and raffles. All proceeds go toward the nursing home fundraiser.


Absent Board Members – Terry Pehan: Terry stated that effective 8/1/07, the new by-laws state that if you miss more than 3 meeting you will be excused from the board. He asked the board if we want to wait until the end of the year and replace them or do it now. It was also mentioned that we need to look at the individual circumstances, if it’s regarding illness or business related. Motion made by Dan Kuebler to remove them now if they have missed more than 3 meetings, seconded by George Calamaras. No opposed. Terry Pehan will notify the three board members that are affected.


Civic Women’s Club: The Civic Women’s Club wrote the chamber a letter requesting a donation for cutting the grass at the cemetery on the corner of Somerset & Chesapeake Ave. It cost approx. $900.00 a month to cut the whole cemetery. Motion was made by Dan Kuebler to donate what we did last year (which was $900), Tom Shores seconded. No opposed.


Old Business: Pat Carson stated that the money donated toward the Somers Cove Marina Yacht Club was well spent. The children in the sailing school enjoyed it and learned a lot.


New Business: We need to work on updating web-site. Need to get charter boats on there and a city map. Also get information on there about Crab Derby concerts and selling tickets.


Motion made by Mike Milbourne to adjourn meeting, second by Pat Carson. Meeting adjourned 9:30 a.m.



Prepared By:
Valerie Mason, Office Manager

Respectfully submitted by:
Terry Pehan, Secretary
 

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