Chamber of Commerce Meeting
10/02/2008
Canyon Cafe
Minutes taken by Pam Landell, Bead Mecca
Halloween is Friday October 31st. The Downtown Trick or Treat will end at 6:30 this year. The Chamber will have a Halloween Display Contest, not to be confused with the Pumpkin Festival Display Contest. The winner of the contest will get their name engraved on a Gold Pan that will be added to each year. Mary's Garden is planning a corn maze event.
Serena spoke about the SMART reading program that is offered to Kindergarten and First grade students at the Canyonville elementary school. They are looking for volunteers to read with the kids. Tim Larkin added that this is an opportunity to facilitate a partnership with the community and the school. Susan Morgan and the Oregon Legislature support the program and Susan talked about the benefits and the positive impact the program has made in the lives of the kids and their success in the future. She also commented that for some families this is their only access to age appropriate books. The program runs October through May. To Learn more about the program visit www.getsmartoregon.org or to volunteer contact Canyonville Elementary.
The latest gas card fund raiser raised 543.14 that will be given to the Riddle Band. The winner of the gas card was Jake from Jake's Auto Center.
Tamara will be holding a special meeting for those who have volunteered to help work in the food booth at the Pumpkin Festival. The meeting will be at noon at El Paraiso on Wednesday, October 8th.
Tim Larkin spoke about the Tiger Program at the elementary school. This program partners with the businesse to reward kids that have perfect attendance. This is the 20th year they have offered this program and they needed one spot to be filled. Judy Coleman asked to have the flower shop at Ray's fill the spot. The cards will be issued Nov. 12th, Feb. 4th, April 15th and June 9th. The kids must follow rules of conduct while requesting their reward and if they are disrespectful the business has the right to confiscate the card and turn it over to the principal.
The Parent reading night is on the 23rd. The 6th grade made over $200 on their car wash, thanks to the Canyon Market for use of their parking lot.
Lily Brislen from the Umpqua Community Development Center spoke about the Amiba program. This is the American Independant Business Alliance. They will be holding a workshop on the 13th and 14th. For information about AMIBA visit their website, www.amiba.net to sign up for the workshop at a greatly reduced rate contact Lily at lbrislen@umpquacdc.org or call her with questions at 541-673-4909.
The Pumpkin Festival was seeking the a sponsor for the business display contest. Hometown Insurance agreed to sposor the contest. Posters are available and have been distributed throughout the area. If you need a poster contact Pam (839-6688) or Patti (580-6083)
Pam Landell from Bead Mecca has the Christmas Light donation cans ready for distribution. If anyone has a high traffic site they can place a can let her know and she will drop it off. 839-6688
Jim Siegal spoke about the Canyonvill Schools Comittee progress and the exciting possibility of Canyonville partnering with Days Creek to offer a better educational experience to the K-8 kids. There will be a fund raising booth at the Pumpkin Festival featuring Cookie Lee Jewelry.
Judy mentioned the spaghetti dinner raised over $600 towards the Canyonville 150 celebration.
Chamber Minutes 9/18/2008
Chamber Minutes 9/18/2008
El Paraiso Mexican Restaurant
Taken by: Pam Landell
The Rodeo was well attended even though it seemed slow at times and the food booth was successful. The gross sales were $2221.31. Net total to be determined once all expenses are recorded.
The gas ticket fund raiser is going well. Tickets were sold at the rodeo and raised about $100. Brian still has tickets available, contact Brian at Jakes Auto Center.
PP&L has a new contact that may help expedite the process of installation of the power to the sign and the poles. Jake will follow up on that lead.
The LED lights have arrived. Brian at Seven Feathers will check in the order to make sure it is accurate. There are sponsorships for the lights at $100 each. The donation cans will be distributed next week to participating businesses . If you would like to help raise funds for the Christmas lights contact Pam @ 839-6688 and she will get you a donation can.
Judy is selling tickets for the Bunco event that will be at El Paraiso on October 13th. The tickets are $25.00 each and the money will be split between the Museum and the Tourism group. Jake will be attending. Contact Judy at Ray's market.
The Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser for the Oregon 150th birthday is September 27th at the Masonic Lodge. The labor will be shared with the Riddle Chamber of Commerce. Thanks Riddle!
The Riddle Chamber is patiently waiting for there trophy for winning the Battle of the Chambers.
Pam reminded everyone that the coupons or small gifts are needed by the end of September for the welcome bags that will go to all new businesses and homeowners. This is a graet way to encourage people to visit your business ar utilize your service.
The newsletter deadline is today. All articles and business announcements should go to Madalyn Dixon. You can email her at newsletter@canyonvillechamber.org or drop them off at the Chamber Visitor's Center located next to Bead Mecca.
The October Business Mixer will be at Hometown Insurance. The date and time will be announced.
There is a new business coming to the old liquor store/clothing store/mexican Grocery store that is located on the corner of Fourth and Main St. Lori from Just Cuts has rented the space to open a full service salon that will offer cuts, perms and color. She is looking for a new name and is remodeling the space to accomodate her needs. Mark the barber will remain next to the Post Office. We are very happy to have a new business on the block and will enjoy the smoke free salon!
A special board meeting to discuss the budget will be hald Thursday, Sept. 25th at noon at El Paraiso. This will be for board members only.
Patti spoke about the progress for the Canyonville Pumpkin Festival. She now has an experienced coordinator for the car show. He suggested that we add categories for 20's 30's and 70's. Since the chamber had already committed to the trophys, she will pick up the cost of any additional trophies needed due to this change. She also announce that a billboard on I-5 has been donated for the festival to use. This should help bring in tourism. The Posters are being printed and will be distributed from Ashland to Eugene.
JoAnn will be coming around to sell the pumpkin flags for the chamber. If you don't have one and would like her to stop by contact JoAnn at Commonwealth Garden Shoppe. She also mentioned the marketing workshops we are trying to coordinate. Due to many prior obligations they may be put off until January. The cost will be about $10.00 per person.
Commonwealth Garden Shoppe will be throwing a customer appreciation party and sale this Saturday from 9:30-5:30. Everything will be 25% off and there will be free ice cream.
Ron Brusseau from Knoll Terrace is looking for support for 4-way stop signs to be placed on Main Street. He will be bringing this up at the next City Council meeting.
Cheryl from the City of Canyonville announced openings for the Planning commission (1) and the YMCA Advisory Board (3). If you are interested contact her at City Hall.
The bills for the 08/09 community bulletin board signs were mailed and need to be returned with payment.
A Tree will be planted at Pioneer Park in memory of Wayne Lloyd.
The Park Board, Lions Club and the Pioneer Days Committee will be having a fund raiser to help pay for a shade cover for the bleachers and stage area at the park. The details for this event will be announced, although a tentative date is set for November 13th. There was some discussion about charging a fee for some of the music events or installing more bricks if the drainage problem can be resolved.
El Paraiso Mexican Restaurant
Taken by: Pam Landell
The Rodeo was well attended even though it seemed slow at times and the food booth was successful. The gross sales were $2221.31. Net total to be determined once all expenses are recorded.
The gas ticket fund raiser is going well. Tickets were sold at the rodeo and raised about $100. Brian still has tickets available, contact Brian at Jakes Auto Center.
PP&L has a new contact that may help expedite the process of installation of the power to the sign and the poles. Jake will follow up on that lead.
The LED lights have arrived. Brian at Seven Feathers will check in the order to make sure it is accurate. There are sponsorships for the lights at $100 each. The donation cans will be distributed next week to participating businesses . If you would like to help raise funds for the Christmas lights contact Pam @ 839-6688 and she will get you a donation can.
Judy is selling tickets for the Bunco event that will be at El Paraiso on October 13th. The tickets are $25.00 each and the money will be split between the Museum and the Tourism group. Jake will be attending. Contact Judy at Ray's market.
The Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser for the Oregon 150th birthday is September 27th at the Masonic Lodge. The labor will be shared with the Riddle Chamber of Commerce. Thanks Riddle!
The Riddle Chamber is patiently waiting for there trophy for winning the Battle of the Chambers.
Pam reminded everyone that the coupons or small gifts are needed by the end of September for the welcome bags that will go to all new businesses and homeowners. This is a graet way to encourage people to visit your business ar utilize your service.
The newsletter deadline is today. All articles and business announcements should go to Madalyn Dixon. You can email her at newsletter@canyonvillechamber.org or drop them off at the Chamber Visitor's Center located next to Bead Mecca.
The October Business Mixer will be at Hometown Insurance. The date and time will be announced.
There is a new business coming to the old liquor store/clothing store/mexican Grocery store that is located on the corner of Fourth and Main St. Lori from Just Cuts has rented the space to open a full service salon that will offer cuts, perms and color. She is looking for a new name and is remodeling the space to accomodate her needs. Mark the barber will remain next to the Post Office. We are very happy to have a new business on the block and will enjoy the smoke free salon!
A special board meeting to discuss the budget will be hald Thursday, Sept. 25th at noon at El Paraiso. This will be for board members only.
Patti spoke about the progress for the Canyonville Pumpkin Festival. She now has an experienced coordinator for the car show. He suggested that we add categories for 20's 30's and 70's. Since the chamber had already committed to the trophys, she will pick up the cost of any additional trophies needed due to this change. She also announce that a billboard on I-5 has been donated for the festival to use. This should help bring in tourism. The Posters are being printed and will be distributed from Ashland to Eugene.
JoAnn will be coming around to sell the pumpkin flags for the chamber. If you don't have one and would like her to stop by contact JoAnn at Commonwealth Garden Shoppe. She also mentioned the marketing workshops we are trying to coordinate. Due to many prior obligations they may be put off until January. The cost will be about $10.00 per person.
Commonwealth Garden Shoppe will be throwing a customer appreciation party and sale this Saturday from 9:30-5:30. Everything will be 25% off and there will be free ice cream.
Ron Brusseau from Knoll Terrace is looking for support for 4-way stop signs to be placed on Main Street. He will be bringing this up at the next City Council meeting.
Cheryl from the City of Canyonville announced openings for the Planning commission (1) and the YMCA Advisory Board (3). If you are interested contact her at City Hall.
The bills for the 08/09 community bulletin board signs were mailed and need to be returned with payment.
A Tree will be planted at Pioneer Park in memory of Wayne Lloyd.
The Park Board, Lions Club and the Pioneer Days Committee will be having a fund raiser to help pay for a shade cover for the bleachers and stage area at the park. The details for this event will be announced, although a tentative date is set for November 13th. There was some discussion about charging a fee for some of the music events or installing more bricks if the drainage problem can be resolved.
Chamber minutes 9/11/2008
Meeting held at Ken's Sidewalk Cafe'
Pam Young was not available, Pam Landell filled in as Secretary
The Chamber is seeking volunteers for their booth at the Rodeo this weekend. If you are available show up @ 11:00 on either Saturday or Sunday.
The Community bulletin board at Ray's will be rebuilt and Penny will be reprinting the ads. Minor changes will be included.
The Community bulletin board at Ray's will be rebuilt and Penny will be reprinting the ads. Minor changes will be included.
The LED Bulbs have been ordered and we need sponsors for the signs. The cost is $100 per sign and there are 24 signs. The Lions club, Tamara Hoff and the Canyonville Pumpkin and Music Celebration have made a sponsorship.
The Sockets for the power poles are still needing installation. We are waiting for PP&L. We are also waiting for them in regards to the new sign.
Patti Spoke about the Canyonville Pumpkin and Music Celebration. LeRoy Bell will be performing at 4:00 following the awards ceremony. There are still openings for business sponsorship of the contests. Tamara needs help with the food booth. The Carved Pumpkin, Tall Tales and Business Display Contests are still open for sponsorship. The progress of the festival is developing nicely as the News Review, KPIC and Creative Images have all agreed to help. The News Review will be creating a special section in the paper that will reach 47,000 households. There are advertising opportunities in the special section for the Pumpkin Festival. To find out more about the festival and the contest sponsors and rules go to the website www.canyonvillepumpkinfestival.com
The chamber has collected $75.00 from the community for the music in the park, Javelin will turn it over to Patti.
Commonwealth Garden Shoppe will be hosting a Tomato Tasting event this Saturday from 1:00-3:00, all are invited to attend.
There will be a business workshop on collaborative marketing that we can host if enough people are interested. The cost is $120. We are looking for 12 people to put up $10.00 each to make this happen. If interested contact Joanne at Commonwealth Garden Shoppe.
The 150th Birthday Spaghetti Dinner will be Sept. 27th from 4-8 at the Masonic Lodge.
Bunco will be held Oct 13th at 6:00 at El Paraiso Mexican Restaurant. The buy in is $25.00, with a grand prize of $200.00. Contact Judy for more info.
Brian will be coming around to sell raffle tickets for the gas card. The money will Support the Riddle Philharmonic.
Tim from Canyonville Elementary spoke about all the beautification projects at the school. The landscaping that Seven Feathers donated and the painting of the front by the school district. Ray's will be taking the Pepsi sign. The South Umpqua Schools foundation will be raffling a Picnic Basket that will treat you to a complete picnic outing. The event will be at the Casino convention center on Sept 20th for more info contact Jeff Johnson at Del's Building Supply in Tri City. Tiger cards will be coming out Nov. 2nd. The 6th grade is back at the school.
Wayne Lloyd passed away.
Pumpkin Festival News
The Canyonville Pumpkin & Music Festival is seeking volunteers and sponsors. Contact Patti McCollum at 580-6083 for information on how you can help support this annual event.
Marketing Committee Report
Canyonville Chamber of Commerce Marketing Committee
September, 4, 2008 - Minutes
Present: Dan Barzee, Madalyn Dixon, Joanne Gordon, Pam Landell
1. Discuss Budget: Present a request for a meeting with the Chamber Board to determine a budget for the marketing committee. Possible needs are quarterly newsletter, postcard mailing for mixers. (Chamber board agreed to meet with us when we are ready)
2. September business mixer will be Jim Siegel, Chiropractor.
3. Madalyn suggested doing a downtown "just for fun event". This was tabled for later
4. Joanne will check on letter Pam Young is sending. Findings: letter is ready and will be mailed.
5. Madalyn volunteered to do the newsletter. Deadline for articles and information is Sept. 18. Suggested articles are: A featured business, upcoming events, individual business news, business of the month. The newsletter will be folded for mailing at the Oct. 2 Marketing Committee Meeting and will be mailed to all Chamber of Commerce members.
email : newsletter@canyonvillechamber.
Chamber Minutes - August 21st
Meeting held at Serafino's
The Bed Races are on! After speculation that the bed races were canceled at this year's Pioneer Days Parade it is confirmed that the beds will race.
The water situation for the welcome to Canyonville sign was discussed. Jake was able to get permission from the City of Canyonville to tap into the water from the house that burned on the property. The stipulation is that a right of way from owners Darryl and Lillian Brown will be given in writing and the chamber pay for all the trenching and installation of the lines. Jake will be checking with PP&L about the electrical hook-up.
The Banners are still waiting for the PP&L installation of the upgrade of new power line hardware on the poles.
The Business of the month is Ken's Sidewalk Cafe'. The Chamber voted to spend $25.00 each month to have Diamond Sign make the signs. Pam will coordinate the sign making with Diamond.
We agreed to give our support to Donald Barrows of Computer Solutions in Myrtle Creek who gave a presentation at last weeks meeting about building a forum that members can use to discuss their opinions on issues concerning members and Chamber business. There was a lot of concern as to whether it would actually be used, but ultimately we will not know unless we try.
The new phone number for the Chamber is 839-4282. This phone will be located at the downtown Chamber Visitor Center that is donated by Pam at Bead Mecca. Pam will be adding a voice mail system that will be checked every few days.
The Community Board at Ray's will be rebuilt by Carl White and new signs will be made to replace the faded and outdated signs that are currently displayed. It is still unclear how many businesses will be renewing their signs.
Javelin plans to replace the windows at his business, Promise Natural Foods, and will donate the old window that was painted by Earl Voyles Jr to the Historical Society.
The South County branch of the YMCA is celebrating their 10th anniversary and want you to mark your calenders for a party scheduled October 15th. There will be a potluck and many events throughout the day. The Y is also exploring forming an adult softball league and later adding volleyball. If you are interested call Shanna at 839-6117.
It is time to consider the replacement of the bulbs for the Christmas decorations. Jake will check with Rod at 7 Feathers to see if we can still get the discounted price. We had discussed having businesses sponsor a sign and it looks like it will take about $75.00 per sign to replace the bulbs with LED bulbs.
The Bed Races are on! After speculation that the bed races were canceled at this year's Pioneer Days Parade it is confirmed that the beds will race.
The water situation for the welcome to Canyonville sign was discussed. Jake was able to get permission from the City of Canyonville to tap into the water from the house that burned on the property. The stipulation is that a right of way from owners Darryl and Lillian Brown will be given in writing and the chamber pay for all the trenching and installation of the lines. Jake will be checking with PP&L about the electrical hook-up.
The Banners are still waiting for the PP&L installation of the upgrade of new power line hardware on the poles.
The Business of the month is Ken's Sidewalk Cafe'. The Chamber voted to spend $25.00 each month to have Diamond Sign make the signs. Pam will coordinate the sign making with Diamond.
We agreed to give our support to Donald Barrows of Computer Solutions in Myrtle Creek who gave a presentation at last weeks meeting about building a forum that members can use to discuss their opinions on issues concerning members and Chamber business. There was a lot of concern as to whether it would actually be used, but ultimately we will not know unless we try.
The new phone number for the Chamber is 839-4282. This phone will be located at the downtown Chamber Visitor Center that is donated by Pam at Bead Mecca. Pam will be adding a voice mail system that will be checked every few days.
The Community Board at Ray's will be rebuilt by Carl White and new signs will be made to replace the faded and outdated signs that are currently displayed. It is still unclear how many businesses will be renewing their signs.
Javelin plans to replace the windows at his business, Promise Natural Foods, and will donate the old window that was painted by Earl Voyles Jr to the Historical Society.
The South County branch of the YMCA is celebrating their 10th anniversary and want you to mark your calenders for a party scheduled October 15th. There will be a potluck and many events throughout the day. The Y is also exploring forming an adult softball league and later adding volleyball. If you are interested call Shanna at 839-6117.
It is time to consider the replacement of the bulbs for the Christmas decorations. Jake will check with Rod at 7 Feathers to see if we can still get the discounted price. We had discussed having businesses sponsor a sign and it looks like it will take about $75.00 per sign to replace the bulbs with LED bulbs.
Marketing Meeting Update
Marketing Meeting July 17, 2008
Present: Pam Landell, Dan Barzee, Joanne Gordon
Discussed cost of Sidewalk sign for Business of the Month. $50.00 both sides and a sign for the information center.
Need to check on the letter Pamela Young is sending out to explain Business of the Month.
Joanne’s idea to help get Business of the Month moving: distribute ballots to businesses around town. Ask for volunteers to do the face to face explanation.
Need information on the website for how to join chamber. Include an application form.
Discussed setting up a phone line with an answering machine so individuals wouldn’t be bothered while trying to do business. Message would have some general info. For example meeting times and places. Machine would be checked every 48 hours to see if any call backs needed.
Marketing Chamber: Line listing for each member. List all city organizations with meeting dates, times and place.
Publish Chamber meeting dates and places
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