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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLaurel Chamber of Commerce (27) Laurel Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting Minutes The Meeting was held on May 22, 2014 at the Chamber Log Cabin. In attendance were: Executive Board Members: President - Christy Williams, VP- Molly Conrad, Co-VP - Amanda Frye and chamber assistant Marcia Hafner. Directors: Holly Anderson, Michelle DeBoer, Monica Plecker(representing the dty), Donnie McVee and Tom Latos. Guests: Marc Burr from the Billings Wolves and Judy Goldsby from Laurel Alive. Christy called the meeting to order. The minutes were approved: moved to approve - Michelle, 2"d - Monica. The finandal report was approved and bills were presented for payment: moved to approve - Holly, 2nd - Michelle. Guest Sneaker: • Marc Burr of the Billings Wolves spoke to the Chamber. They are talking to chambers in the area. They feel they bring people into the area and would like to offer a partnership. They will offer a discount for our membership. They are just looking for promotion and they would like to work with the high school to promote their sport. Marc was asked if they would like to join the Chamber. He will look into it. • Judy Goldsby spoke to the Chamber about the history of Laurel Alive and the Chamber. They hope that their efforts will help bring new businesses into the area. Old BUSINESS • Committee reports - o July 4th - Marcia reported that she had contacted Ranae Marshall and she would profer if LHTT was the parade marshalls, not just her. The insurance had several questions about closing off side streets and the run route. Marcia has contacted them and it seems to be okay. Durable plastic signs were approved for the 4tH Moved to approve - Michelle, 2 - Donnie. Approved. o Bylaws - Michelle reported that they have met. All have been given a copy of the bylaws and a sample of other bylaws to look at. They will meet again on Friday. o Hiring - Several votes were taken. • A vote was taken to hire a summer assistant. ( June to Labor day, approx. 20 hours per week, at $10 per hour). Moved to approve- Holly, 2n Michelle. Approved. • A vote was taken to approve an ad in the Laurel Outlook to run on May 28 The listing will run in next Wednesday's paper and all applications must be turned in by June 4 Moved to approve- Monica, 2 " - Michelle. Approved. • A vote was taken to make Marcia the interim Exec. Sec. at $13 /hour immediately. Moved to approve- Donnie, 2 — Holly. Approved. • Shrine Tailgate -The committee met with the Shriners to finalize responsibilities. New BUSINESS • Caboose Insurance - Initially Laurel Alive paid everything, but last year the Chamber covered for them and paid for the insurance and a couple of months of electricity. This was voted on for the one year only. The groups need to discuss who pays this year. The chamber did find a reduced price for the coverage. The insurance was almost $500 cheaper for the same coverage. OPEN FORUM • LURA - Marcia reported that Steve Solberg put in for funding to hire an engineering firm to do a feasibility study for storm drain system on So. Washington and it was approved. Marcia also has a copy of the design standards for the City of Laurel Renewal District. There will be a Zink on our website and in the newsletter, so members can look at them and make comments before they are taken to the city to be approved. • Business after Hours - . o May 22, tonight At the Jaycee Hall, hosted by Jaycees and Crazy Mountain. o June 19 - Alpha -Omega - o July - Meeting Adjourned Next meeting - June 12, 2014 The Palace Laurel Chamber of Commerce June 12, 2014 at the Palace Moment of Silence Presentation of minutes: Guest Speaker - Financial Report - Yellowstone Checking - Altana Checking $ Altana Saving $ Christmas Repair Fund $ TOTAL $ Bills to be presented for payment: - done to date Payne West (Event Ins.) $ 770.63 N.W. Energy $ 36.48 Laurel Outlook (Assistant ad) $ 17.38 OLD BUSINESS • Spotlight on Business -Alpha -Omega had to cancel, so looking for a June date. • Committee Reports - o July 4th - Insurance has been approved. Signs are here. Committee will need to meet again next week. o Bylaws - Have met. Kammy report. o Hiring - Report by Christy. • Shriners Tailgate - Have looked at the spots. Will start taking applications NEW BUSINESS - • New Members- Al Bedoo Shrine and Antiques & Uniques • Door: Had to replace the knobs. Got them so all keyed the same. • Ribbon Cuttings None OPEN FORUM - • LURA - Marcia - Business After Hours - If you would like to host an event, please contact the Chamber. August - September - Alpha -Omega Next Meeting - June 26 Chamber Log Cabin At the Palace