HomeMy WebLinkAboutFourth of July Committee Minutes 04.08.1998 Fourth July Committee
4-8-98
Miles Walton Ken Olson Larry Mc Cann D.P.W. Alan Hovious L.P.D.Chief
Terry RuffL.V.F.D. Steve Wegner L.V.F.D. Mike Zuhoski Police Res. Jim Eastman
Laurel Jaycees Peggy Miller Laurel Republican Club Pat Kimmet Laurel Legion
Baseball Greg Thomas Laurel Little League
The committee opened with an offer brought by Miles from Bruce Teeters that Pepsi
Distributors would make a cup with all of the events listed. The committee decided that
who ever wanted to so, contact Bruce before 4-17-98.
Peggy Miller reported to the committee that the Repub. Club would like to sponsor a
Kids Karnival on the afternoon of the 4th. Peggy also indicated that the Laurel Herbstfest
would like to participate also, though she didn't know exactly how. She stated she would
report back when she had more info.
Jim Eastman, Laurel Jaycees, reported on the J.C.'s events. He stated that he would be
coordinating with L.P.D. with the street dance. He also thought it would be a good idea
if the J.C.'s and the City if Laurel would go together on the porte pots. Larry agreed with
this and they will together on this with Terry's help.
Greg Thomas, Laurel Little League, discussed his organizations involvement with the
event. They have a working agreement with the Legion on the concessions.
Pat Kimmet, Laurel Legion, reaffirmed the commitment with the Little League and
brought up the issue of the portable concession stand. The committee authorized the use
of the portable concession stand.
Discussion about the Participation Fee was discussed. Miles moved Mike seconded to
implement a $100 fee for Non Profit, $500 fee for Profit. Discussion evolved around the
possibility of inhibiting small Non-Profit organizations from being involved. The option
of working offthe fee at $20 a person was discussed. Because of issues brought up and
more input needed Mike removed his seconded, Miles removed his motion and the
committee agreed to bring up this matter at the next meeting. Ken stated that a prepared
agenda would be at the next meeting and this item would be on it. The next meeting was
set for 4-14-98 at 4.15pm, Meeting adjourned.
Respectfully Submitted
Ken Olson chairman