El Paraiso
Minutes taken by: Pam Landell
Judy opened the meeting
She talked about the progress of the circus which will be on May 13th. The contract is signed and the show will be on the Cofelt (???) property near Herbert's Pond that is owned by the tribe. Judy is meeting with the tribal attorneys regarding water and mowing the property.
Autumn from Gordon's Pharmacy talked about the need for a shelter for the bleachers at Pioneer Park. She will be getting an estimate for a permanent shelter that will have enough pitch to shade the stage area for the performers. The money raised during the circus will help fund the project.
Madalyn talked about the Geo Tourism map that will be produced by National Geographic. It covers Washington and Oregon from Tacoma to Ashland. They are looking for 150 sites for the map and 300 sites for the website. Please consider putting in an enthusiastic nomination for something you love in this area. This is a great opportunity toget the South Umqua Valley on the map, which will help with tourism.
Tim gave a report on the Canyonville School. He talked about the school talent show coming up. He and Misty were at the school board meeting fighting to keep the 6th grade in Canyonville. They showed that of the 23 5th graders, 18 want to stay in Canyonville. The Lions club distrubuted flags to 1st graders. The coffee pot broke. Rick Richardson will help locate a commercial grade coffee pot to keep teachers happy. 25 tiger cards were issued. Average grade for 5th graders was an A+ in state tests. No wonder we're not smarter than a 5th grader.
Jim gave a report about the Schools Committee boundary change. The Days Creek board tied with a vote 3/3. The committee will continue to meet with Days Creek. He also mentioned that they need a Canyonville representative for budget committee school board opening.
Javelin talked about the YMCA scholarship fund drive. The goal is "Never say no to any kid!"
Sweetheart Stroll got positive feedback. There were 46 maps turned in and it was well received with merchants as well as the public. Pam distributed evaluations to the participating merchants. It was suggested that we add balloons.
At the City Council meeting ODOT talked of their plans to start paving I-5 from Glendale to mile 133. Now taking bids. Closing the exit by bill's towing 3 days. The job will start in June.
Historical Society will be holding their Annual Tea. The theme this year is Mad Hatters Tea!
Brian has tickets available for the following events.
- Citizen Banquet. April 4th, 7 Feathers Convention center. $30.00 each. April 1st. Lions club appreciates the support.
- Gas card raffle.
- Jakes youth groups trip to Mexico to help building a house. $2.00 each 6/$10 13/$20
Joan from City talked about the Take Care of Oregon Days. The city plans to put flowers @ City Hall and Pioneer Park. The Downtown Association was planning a spring clean up day and may coordinate it with the City.
Donna from the Leisure Inn still needs your fliers for the room directories.
In Attendance:
Pam Landell / Bead Mecca
Autumn Stevens / Gordon's Pharmacy
Chuck Mauuldin / Canyonville Lions Club
Chun Cha Mauldin / Canyonville Lions Club
Joan Beckman / City of Canyonville
Jenny Gilbert / Umpqua Bank
D Bloemendaal / Bloemendaal Tax
S Bloemendaal / Bloemendaal Tax
Donna Spencer / Leisure Inn
Javelin Ormond / P N F and Bakery
Tim Larkin / Canyonville School
Jim Siegel / Canyonville Chiropractic
Brian Shankle / Jakes Auto Center
Jake Young / Jakes Auto Center
Madalyn Dixon / Chamber Newsletter
Michael Dixon / Chamber Newsletter
