[wmm] Notes: WMM Feb 22, 2012 8am at Mo's
Giguiere Alaina
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Wed Feb 22 15:08:46 CST 2012
Question.. is Sandcastle day on a FRiday this year? That is the day the notes say.. June 15 is a Friday..
Just checking...
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On Feb 22, 2012, at 12:38 PM, Vetter, George wrote:
> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 2/22/2012 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 18
> Present: KeithC, SheriR, JeneeP, JohnB, WendyH, JimK, MartyS, SusanB, PatF, MargoD, CarolH, StephanieA, RobinR, LisaS, NalaC, BrentD, MaryPatP, GeorgeV
> Absent: Everybody else
>
> Notes by George Vetter
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> Discussion Items:
> 1. New at Today’s Meeting
> 2. Relay for Life July 14-15
> 3. Spring Beach Cleanup March 31
> 4. Shred-A-Thon & Cellular Phone Recycling - June 30, 2012
> 5 Lauren Sheehan concert Feb 25 at 630pm
> 6. Fisher Poets this weekend in Astoria
> 7. Treasure Hunter Robert Knecht to speak at HC
> 8. HRAP is Back
> 9. HRAP Spring Potluck & Talk
> 10. HRAP Training March 17
> 11. Business After Hours Feb 23
> 12. 12 Days of Earth Day Apr 11
> 13. Seaside Jazz Fest this weekend
> 14. Chamber/Providence Auction Sept 13 at Tolovana Inn
> 15. SWAF Music Coordinator/Curator Needed
> 16. Haystack Holidays Volunteers Needed
> 17. Cannon Beach Photo Review
> 18. Annual Member Survey by Chamber
> 19. Computer at Chamber
> 20. Sandcastle 2012 June 9
> 21. Plat Buddies for this year’s Sandcastle
> 22. Sandcastle Poster Contest
> 23. 2013 Date for Sandcastle chosen
> 24. Travel Writers in Town Tomorrow Feb 23
> 25. Chamber working with Charter
> 26. Icefire Glass raffle to benefit Children’s Center
> 27. Leadercast 2012 (May 4)
> 28. New business to open at Village Centre
> 29. Friends Library Lecture
> Note: Lisa has a t-shirt idea, but you’re going to have to talk to her about what it is.
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Leap Day Feb 29, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. Bring an Internet device (wireless is available) and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee provided courtesy of Mo’s
> 1. Mary Pat Parker – new marketing manager at the Chamber. She comes to us from Ashland where she worked as director of Marketing. She is currently living in Salem and will be here one day per week and work remotely from home. marypat at cannonbeach.org.
> 2. JeneeP: Relay for Life - July 14 & 15, 2012
> Seaside High School
> Starts @ 10am/24 hrs.
> If you DONOT want to create a team you can join a Team, Donate to a Team or Directly to Relay for Life
> Your Donations will be posted automatically under your Name or Company's name
> You are welcome to Join "Pearce-Mushen Non Profit" for more information please contact Jeneé @ 503-436-2030 or e-mail jpmushen at aol.com
> Sign on Line: www.relayforlife/clatsopcounty
>
> 3. JeneeP: SOLV - March 31, 2012
> Cannon Beach City Hall Upper Parking Lot
> Starts @ 10am to 1pm
> Please sign up on line: www.solv.org
> Any questions please call or e-mail Jeneé jenee at pacificalarmsystem.com
>
> 4. JeneeP: Shred-A-Thon & Cellular Phone Recycling - June 30, 2012
> Sponsored by Pacific Alarm Systems & BBB
> Pacific Alarm Systems - 3577 Hwy. 101 N., Gearhart
> Starts @ 10am to 2pm
> Please sign up by e-mailing Jeneé @ jenee at pacificalarmsystem.com
> No Charge – Can Food items or Monetary Donations are Welcome to Support our Regional Food Bank
> 5. StephanieA: Lauren Sheehan live in concert with Special guest Bill Uhlig Feb 25 at 630pm at the CB History Center, 1387 S Spruce St.www.cbhistory.org. 503-436-9301
> 6. StephanieA: This weekend in Astoria is Fisher Poets.http://www.clatsopcc.edu/community/fisherpoets-gathering. And on Sunday here in town at the Cannon Beach Gallery www.cannonbeacharts.org.
> 7. StepahnieA: Treasure Hunter Robert Knecht to speak Wednesday March 14 at 630p at the History Center. www.cbhistory.org.
> 8. NalaC: HRAP (Haystack Rock Awareness Program) is back on the beach for the new season. See schedule at http://ci.cannon-beach.or.us/~Natural/HRAP/hrap-summer.html.
> 9. NalaC: HRAP Spring Potluck 6pm and Talk 730p March 16 at the Chamber. The speaker is Matt Hunter.
> 10. NalaC: The first HRAP training of the year is March 17th at City Hall.Cardillo at ci.cannon-beach.or.us.
> 11. BrentD: The Feb Business After Hours will be hosted by Hallmark Resort. Tomorrow, Thursday Feb 23rd 4pm. Look for the 2012 CB Magazine debut.
> 12. NalaC: Attention all puffins: as part of the 12 Days of Earth Day celebration, puffins will be formally welcomed back to Haystack Rock April 11. http://www.facebook.com/groups/150753284989236/
> 13. KeithC: This weekend is the Annual Seaside Jazz Festival.http://www.jazzseaside.com/tickets.htm
> 14. BrianO: Thursday Sept 13 is the date for the joint Auction Fundraiser between the Chamber and Providence Hospital. The Chamber’s half will go toward paying down the Building loan and Providence would use funds it’s Cannon Beach Clinic.
> 15. BrentD: There is a need for SWAF Music Coordinator/Curatorbrent at cannonbeach.org
> 16. BrentD: The Haystack Holidays event needs volunteers.brent at cannonbeach.org
> 17. MartyS: The Cannon Beach Photo Review website is up atwww.cannonbeachphotoreview.com. Your input/feedback is invited. The event will take place Oct 12-14. 48 photographers will have sessions with 18 reviewers. These types of events occur around the country. Reviewers are not necessarily photographers, but publishers and art directors who will give feedback to photographers on their work. Photographers will also be able to sign up for one of 4 photo excursions. Excursions will be led by local photographers, Gary Hayes, Julie Adams, Corey Burnett and George Vetter.
> 18. BrentD: Look for the Annual Member Survey from the Chamber in March.
> 19. BrentD: Old computers and the server at the Chamber have been upgraded to better serve the members and the new website. There is now a computer available for member to use at the Chamber.
> 20. BrentD: Sandcastle 2012 is June 9. Friday the 8th is a Shovel and Bucket Dinner at Tolovana Inn. On Sunday, there will be a Fun Run. There will not be a community build prior to the weekend as there had been for the past several years. Planning meeting are every other Thursday at 830a at Tolovana Inn. The next is one is March 1.
> 21. BrentD: For the first time, local people and businesses will be asked to become “Plot Buddies” to Sandcastle participants. For a small fee, a person or business will have their name placed on a sign on the plot and will personally welcome plot participants. Contact brent at cannonbeach.org
> 22. Entries are being sought for the 2012 Sandcastle Poster. Submission must be appropriate for printing on posters and apparel. brent at cannonbeach.org
> 23. Based on tides, June 15, 2013 has been chosen for next year’s Sandcastle date.
> 24. BrentD: Oregon Coast Visitors Assn has 8-9 travel writers in town tomorrow Feb 23. Look for them.
> 25. BrentD: As a member benefit and a benefit to the Chamber, the Chamber is working with Charter Communication. The Chamber will switch to Charter and Charter will solicit Chamber member to do the same. The Chamber will receive the first months fees.
> 26. JimK: Raffle Tickets for $2 are available at the Children’s Center and at Icefire Glassworks for a piece of blown glass. Preceed to benefit the Children’s Center. .
> 27. WendyH: The annual Chick-fil-A Leadercast seminar will take place May 4, 2012 in Seaside at the North Coast Family Fellowship. Register online athttp://tinyurl.com/6nrbgre Wendy 503-440-1995
> 28. GeorgeV: Dog Days at Cannon Beach will be opening in Village Centre in March. Rheama Koonce will be doing affordable dog photography at your home, on the beach, in the park or in the studio. Seewww.dogdaysatcannonbeach.com and see her ad in the new Cannon Beach Magazine.
> 29. The next Friends of Haystack Rock lecture is Thursday March 1. The Cannon Beach Library & Friends of Haystack Rock Jointly Sponsor the Lecture Series Fifth Season.
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Leap Day Feb 29, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. Bring your laptop and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee is provided courtesy of Mo’s.
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> Note: I missed the Feb 15, 2012 meeting. Notes were not taken or distributed
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> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 2/8/2012 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 23
> Present: JohnB, BrianO, BobNer, WendyH, JimK, CarolH, Miles, Nicky, StepanieA, DebbieN, BrentD, AmandaP, SueW, MarcyW, JeneeP, PatF, LisaS, MaliaJ, BillF, PrudenceF, RobinR LindaD,
> GeorgeV
> Absent: Everybody else
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> Notes by George Vetter
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> Discussion Items:
> 1. Luau Feb 11 5pm
> 2. Casino Game Night Feb 18 7pm
> 3. Sandcastle 2012 (June 9)
> 4. Concert at History Center Feb 25 630p
> 5 AboutFace Magazine
> 6. Valentine’s Day Feb 14
> 7. Tsunami Evacuation
> 8. Playing with a Fill Deck
> 9. New Espresso & Eatery Feb 24
> 10. Weekly Chamber Newsletter
> 11. Business After Hours Feb 23
> 12. Oregon Tourism Meeting Report
> 13. Chamber Marketing Coordinator Hired
> 14. New Server at Chamber
> 15. County Sheriff Candidate Bill Fuzia
> 16. Lumberyard Restaurant open 7 days during Spring Break
> 17. Cannon Beach Photo Review
> 18. Coaster Theatre Presents
> 19. Cannon Beach School
> New at today’s meeting: Bill Fuzia – candidate for County Sheriff. Sue Wallen and Amanda Payne representing the Cannon Beach Children’s Center.
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Feb 15, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. Bring an Internet device (wireless is available) and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee provided courtesy of Mo’s
> 1. MaliaJ: A Luau will benefit Fire Mountain School. Sat Feb 11 at 5pm at CB Chamber and again Sat Feb 18 at 5pm at Nehalem Fire Hall. 5 yrs and under FREE, 6-12 yrs $7. 13 yrs and older $15. Tickets at the door or in advance – Fire Mountain School 503-736-2610 or 503-368-6874.
> 2. SueW & AmandaP: A Casino Game Night will benefit the Children’s Center. Sat Feb 18th 7-10pm at the American Legion Hall. Blackjack, Craps, Roulette. “A night we bet you won’t forget”
> 3. DebbieN: Plans for Sandcastle 2012 (June 9) are in progress – expanding it to a three day event. Miles: The Sandcastle website – www.cbsandcastle.com is up and about 60% complete. To become part of the Sandcastle Committee, e-mail chamber at cbor.us.
> 4. StephanieA: Lauren Sheehan live in concert with Special guest Bill Uhlig Feb 25 at 630pm at the CB History Center, 1387 S Spruce St.www.cbhistory.org. 503-436-9301
> 5. StephanieA: About Face Magazine does a page on Cannon Beach. Send your editorial. michael at aboutfacemag.com. www.aboutfacemag.com
> 6. DebbieN: Feb 14 is Valentine’s Day. Debbie, our Cannon Beach Florist, will deliver flowers to your home or business. 503-436-2106.www.cannonbeachflorist.com
> 7. StephanieA: Signage for tsunami evacuation seem to be lacking. WendyH: New maps are coming out. See info on City website - http://ci.cannon-beach.or.us/community/ref-shelt.html.
> 8. PrudenceF: The current show at Cannon Beach Gallery is “Playing with a Full Deck”. Artist Liz Cohn found 25 decks of card in the attic of her parents home and decided to use them in a unique art project. She decorated cards and sent them out to 172 artist around the world who added their art to them. 1300 cards are on display thru Feb 27. $40 each. www.cannonbeacharts.org.
> 9. DebbieN: Basketcase will debut it’s new Espresso & Eatery section Feb 24.
> 10. BrentD: Reminder – the weekly Chamber Newsletter has been reactivated. It arrives in Chamber Member’s inboxes Thursdays. If you are not getting one, let Brent know. 51% of those sent are being opened. brent at cannonbeach.org.
> 11. BrentD: The Feb Business After Hours will be hosted by Hallmark Resort. Thursday Feb 23rd 4pm.
> 12. BrentD & RobinR: Yesterday’s Oregon Tourism Meeting in Astoria was attended by Brent and Robin. Room Tax dollars in Oregon are up. Travel Oregon is focusing on environment. The coast is the #1 area requested by Travel Oregon visitors.
> 13. BrentD: Mary Pat Parker has been hired by Brent as the Chamber’s Marketing Coordinator. She comes to us from Ashland where she worked as director of Marketing. She is currently living in Salem and will be here one day per week and work remotely from home.
> 14. BrentD: The Chamber is upgrading its antiquated computer system. Tyler Evans (North Coast Consulting) has been contracted. Installation is approx 50% complete. The old system will be up until the new one is ready.
> 15. Bill Fuzia: Bill is running for County Sheriff. Mayor Morgan suggested he introduce himself at this meeting. His wife Marcia is a long time employee at City Hall. See his Facebook page
> 16. MarcyW: Lumberyard Rotisserie and Grille will be open 7 days a week during Spring Break. www.thelumberyardgrill.com
> 17. GeorgeV: Cannon Beach Photo Review will take place Oct 12-14. 48 photographers will have sessions with 18 reviewers. These types of events occur around the country. Reviewers are not necessarily photographers, but publishers and art directors who will give feedback to photographers on their work. Photographers will also be able to sign up for one of 4 photo excursions. Excursions will be led by local photographers, Gary Hayes, Julie Adams, Corey Burnett and George Vetter.
> 18. Coaster Theatre: Saxophonist/Singer/Songwriter Patrick Lamb in Concert at Coaster Sun. Feb. 12 at 7:30, Currently playing: The Gin Game.www.coastertheatre.com
> 19. WendyH: At last night’s Council Meeting, the resolution was withdrawn recommending closure of the Cannon Beach School. The Council was acting out of concern for students safety in case of an earthquake and tsunami. A group of parents and citizens have been pressing the Council to look at alternatives – encouraging a multi-use building. The School Board has agreed to take measures to mitigate some of the immediate dangers at the school.
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Feb 15, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. Bring your laptop and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee is provided courtesy of Mo’s.
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> Subject: Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 2/1/2012 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 18
> Present: JohnB, BrianO, LindaD, SusanB, BrentD, StephanieA, JimK, MichaelF, KevinL, LauireO, ReneeR, PatF, ShondaB, MargoD, KeithC, LisaS, RobinR, Jerry
> Absent: George Vetter who we all hope is wearing SPF 50+
> Notes by Susan
> Discussion Items:
> 1. Cute Little Aquarium
> 2. Being open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
> 3. Savor Cannon Beach
> 4. School Board Meeting
> 5. Cannon Beach Magazine
> 6. Sandcastle
> 7. Stormy Weather
> 8. National Geographic Article on Tsunamis
> 9. CEDR
> 10. Community Lecture Series
> 11. EVOO
> 12. What's new at Wayfarer's?
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> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – February 8, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. Bring your own coffee cup. The coffee is courtesy of Mo’s.
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> New at the meeting: Renee Ruscoe (sp?) has an extensive background in marketing. Renee is in Cannon Beach looking for the next step! I have her phone number if anyone wants to contact Renee.
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> 1. KeithC: has a tank of new little fish at the Seaside Aquarium. They are Pacific Lumpsuckers and are reported to look like tiny helicopters.
> 2. StephanieA: asks businesses to reconsider staying open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. She made sales on Tuesday morning that pay the rent for the month. Customers included a tour guide from Lake Oswego, a couple heading to Arizona and some Minnesotans! Also reports a large contingency from Olympia lately! Someone added the Local Scoop and Grill is open 7 days a week.
> 3. Savor Cannon Beach coming up March 8- 11th. Tickets available on website www.savorcannonbeach.com
> 4. RobinR: School Board Meeting on Monday night was attended by 100 people. The feeling was positive and parents feel they are being heard. Geological scientists from the State of Oregon made a presentation of what could happen during an earthquake.
> 5. BrentD: Cannon Beach Magazine is shaping up to 72 pages this year. Brent hopes to change distribution to include Idaho & British Columbia. 75,000 copies will be printed.
> 6. BrentD: Sandcastle committees are meeting Feb 2 at 8:30am at Tolovanna Inn. Plans to stretch the event into Sunday with a "Fun Run". Also exploring the idea of "Plot Buddies". A business can sponsor a plot and have the chance to get involved and engage with our visitors on the beach.
> 7. BrentD: Stormy Weather 2012 artwork should be finalized by March 1! Plenty of time to market it well! This year is the 25th running of the event!!
> 8. BrentD: Nat'l Geographic Magazine ran an article about tsunamis in the recent issue. Pictures of Cannon Beach were prominent. Chamber Board is drafting a letter to the editor of Nat'l Geo defending business and property owners. A discussion in sued about the answer. Many in the room thought the answer is to be ready, pointing to plans from Rep.Deb Boone, Kent Yee(sp?), Pat Cochran -OSU Extension County leader in Coastal Hazards - and the Seaside Chamber Business Preparedness Guide. Maggie and Henry's has backpacks with emergency kits.
> 8.5 JimK: Despite the 10% chance we will have an earthquake in the next 30 years, Icefire is getting a new roof that has a 30 year warranty.
> 9. KevinL: Let us know that classes are being well attended. He gave examples of how CEDR has helped businesses before, during and after opening the doors. Good collaboration is happening between CEDR and CCC> For more information on classes, confidential counseling and many other services provided by CEDR email sbdc at clatsopcc.edu or call 503-338-2402 for details. Info will also be on the www.clatsoped.com Facebook page is athttp://www.facebook.com/pages/Cedrsbdc-Small-Business-Development-Center/183178608402473
> 10. KeithC: The World of Haystack Rock Lectures continues Thursday night February 2, 7:00-8:30pm at the Cannon Beach Library. Rob Lowe will enlightened us on the incredible life of Albatross and how they relate to the Oregon Coast.
> 11. ShandaB: EVOO is gearing up for spring. Visit their website to see their variety of offerings.
> www.evoo.biz
> 12. Jerry: The first Spring Chinook are being caught now and will be at Wayfarer's tomorrow!
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> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 1/25/2012 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 17
> Present: Brett, SueM, MichaelF, JerryM, JeneeP, MarcyW, PatF, CarolHun, BrentD, BobNer, JimK, StephanieA, SusanB, LindaD, BrianO, JohnB, GeorgeV
> Absent: Everybody else
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> Notes by George Vetter
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> Discussion Items:
> 1. Sandcastle Hampton Beach NH
> 2. Stop Sign in heart of Downtown?
> 3. Oyala Project – 2nd & Larch
> 4. Travel Oregon CEO appointed to National Position
> 5 Travel Oregon Meeting in Astoria
> 6. To Open or not to Open
> 7. FisherPoet Densmore at History Ctr Saturday
> 8. 25th Annual SWAF (Stormy Weather Arts Festival)
> 9. NW Connector Bus
> 10. Homeless Connect
> 11. Cannon Beach Yoga Festival
> 12. Business After Hours tomorrow
> 13. Seattle Public Radio Promo
> 14. EVOO Thursday Openings
> 15. CB Chorus 47 Strong
> 16. Closing Sale at Lush Wine Bar Saturday
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Feb 1, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. George will be in Hawaii. SusanB has volunteered to take notes. Bring an Internet device (wireless is available) and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee provided courtesy of Mo’s
> 1. GeorgeV: I attended the first Sandcastle Committee Meeting last week and afterward was curios how other events work. A Google search brought up Hampton Beach New Hampshire. I called John Kane who shared the following. Their event started in 2000. It takes place on the beach, but not with sand from the beach but with easy-packing, silt-laden sand hauled in. Masters are flown in – all expenses paid. Many of these masters move from sand to snow to ice as they sculpt year round. The event has a $70K budget ($15K in purse money) – not from sponsors, but from a cultural tax that was voted in years ago. Sculptors have several days to sculpt and the sculptures are fenced off and guarded for a week or more. Once completed, a mixture of Elmers glue and water are sprayed on. At the end, the sand is hauled away. Join our Sandcastle committee by coming to the next meeting tomorrow (Thursday) 830am at the chamber.
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> 2. SueM: Sue’s boss, the Land’s End owner is worried about traffic getting onto Hemlock from Second Street. She is curious about what people would think about a 4-way stop there. The idea didn’t have support with those at the meeting, but people suggested the City is who to talk to.
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> 3. StephanieA: The new development at 2nd & Larch by Jim and MaryAnn Oyala is nearing completion – (see photo at http://www.cannon-beach.net/webcam/gvwebcam_120121_44.jpg). People reported hearing that it would include, coffee, shoes and workout.
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> 4. BrentD: Travel Oregon CEO, Todd Davidson, has been appointed by the President to lead the US Travel and Tourism Advisory Board. Good news for tourism, Oregon and Cannon Beach.http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/federal_tourism_initiative_to.php
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> 5. SueM: Travel Oregon has a meeting scheduled for the coast in Astoria a the Holiday Inn. February 7, 9am. Interested parties are invited.http://blog.traveloregon.com/Industry/executive_operations/next_commissiong_meeting_to_be.php
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> 6. StephanieA: It is hurting business in town that many businesses hours of operation are inconsistent. GeorgeV: Rather than closing a couple days a week, George Vetter FotoArt is open 7 days, but limited hours - 12pm to 4pm daily. Lodging people are saying it is hard to know where to send people to eat with so many restuarants closed on unpredictable days. It would be helpful if there were a place to go to see who is open.
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> 7. StephanieA: Fisherman, Poet and Environmental Activist Dave Densmore will be reading poetry from his latest book at the History Center this Saturday Jan 28 at 630pm www.cbhistory.org.
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> 8. BrentD: Planning for 25th Annual SWAF (Nov 2-4) is underway. More volunteers are needed. Especially someone to head up the music schedule. Next meeting is March 8th 830am at Chamber. Contact brent at cannonbeach.org. seehttp://www.cannonbeach.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=381
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> 9. GeorgeV: As per KathyK, attend the Rider Incentive Sounding Board meeting for the NW Connector Bus in Astoria Feb 2nd 1230pm - 130pm. This is the bus that is connecting the five counties. This meeting is to gather info from various sources - employers, visitor services, City officials, etc.
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> 10. JeneeP: Homeless Connect - The weather and transportation (fewer busses running this year compared to last year) I believe severely affected the turnout. We had about 150 people at the event – a lot less than expected – but you all did a wonderful job serving those attending. Again, thank you..
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> 11. GeorgeV: The Cannon Beach Yoga Festival is Mar 2-4. Contactinfo at cannonbeachyogafestival.com to have your event/activity/discount included on the website, Facebook & Twitter.www.cannonbeachyogafestival.com.
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> 12. GeorgeV: Business After Hours. Tomorrow (Thursday) 4-7pm at Cannon Beach Yoga Arts (above White Bird). Christen invites you to come on up!
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> 13. BrentD: Starting next week Cannon Beach will be getting mentions on KUOW Public Radio in Seattle as a sponsor of the Rick Steves Travel Program. Initially the Cannon Beach Yoga Festival will be mentioned. Spring Unveiling will follow.
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> 14. BobNer: EVOO has opening for dinner on Thursday but is filled for the rest of the weekend. www.evoo.biz.
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> 15. JohnB: There is still time to add your voice to the Cannon Beach Chorus. Three more people and they reach 50. www.cannonbeachchorus.org.
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> 16. TracyA: Closing Sale at Lush Wine Bar. Everything must go. This Saturday Jan 28th 9am to 4pm. Glasses, equipment, dishes, furniture etc Cash check or credit cards. 503-436-8500
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> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Feb 1, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. George will be in Hawaii. SusanB has volunteered to take notes. Bring your laptop and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee is provided courtesy of Mo’s.
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> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 1/18/2012 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 12
> Present: TracyA, AlexK, DaleS, PatF, StephanieA, DebbieN, JimK, WendyH, BrianO, JohnB, BrentD, GeorgeV
> Absent: Everybody else
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> Notes by George Vetter
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> Discussion Items:
> 1. Chamber Meeting Report
> 2. September Auction
> 3. Sandcastle 2012 – June 9
> 4. Stormy Weather Arts Festival 2012
> 5 Cannon Refurbishment/Preservation
> 6. Basketcase to add Espresso/Deli
> 7. Lush Wine Bar Closing
> 8. Economy
> 9. Chamber Weekly Events Blast coming back
> 10. Cannon Beach Yoga Festival
> 11. Senator Merkley Town Hall Report
> 12. Mo’s is Hiring
> 13. Social Media Time
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Jan 25, 2012, Mo’s, 8am Bring an Internet device (wireless is available) and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s
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> 1. GeorgeV: At yesterday’s Chamber Board meeting: Chamber is refinancing $88K building loan to take advantage of lower interest rate. And, paying off the credit line which was set up for building maintenance and repair. Hall Rental is under discussion. The overhead for the Community Hall/Room is paid for by the Chamber. No City funds assist. Who should get free use of the hall and who should not? One idea was for the Chamber to apply for a community grant to pay for those who use it free.
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> 2. BrianO: Plans are underway for a Thursday in late Sept for a joint Auction Fundraiser between the Chamber and Providence Hospital. The Chamber would use funds for paying down the Building loan and Providence would use funds for paying for recent improvements to its Cannon Beach Clinic.
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> 3. DebbieN: Plans for Sandcastle 2012 get underway tomorrow (Thursday Jan 19) at 830am at the Chamber. If you wish to be part of the committee, come to this meeting. Expanding the event to more days is intended. GeorgeV: Can we build a sandcastle downtown as has been suggested at previous WMMs? Can we preserve the sculptures through Sunday?
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> 4. StephanieA: Several members of the Cannon Beach Gallery Group have volunteered to work with the SWAF committee for the 2012 event – Nov 2-4.
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> 5. DaleS: It’s time to refurbish and preserve our historic cannon. Texas A&M has done so with the two cannons found in Arch Cape in 2008. It will take 12-18 months and cost approx $39K. $11K has been raised. Fundraising is in progress for the remainder.
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> 6. DebbieN: Basketcase is adding espresso, snacks, treats and deli items to its Ecola Square store. With the closing of Inspired Café at Dragonfire Gallery, Debbie sees demand for food at Ecola Square. Look for the changes soon after Valentines Day.
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> 7. TracyA: Lush Wine Bar is having a Parting Party Friday night and is liquidating equipment, fixtures, etc. incliding www.lushwinebar.com
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> 8. GeorgeV: In my 35 years of retail in Cannon Beach, this is the first time a recession has come to roost here. Other recessions have come and gone, but somehow Cannon Beach had been spared. Not this time. Not since the 70’s has prime retail space gone empty. This is a national problem, not a local one. We have to get people in government who understand business and economics to lay the groundwork for recovery. It seems obvious at this point that the government is not going to spend us out of this one. It’s easy to spend freely and create new programs when the money if flowing. It’s another thing to cut back when the flow stops. It’s time we get state and national politicians to wake up and smell the coffee. Or replace them with those who already do.
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> 9. BrentD: By popular demand, the weekly email Events piece is coming back. Look for it in you inbox on Thursdays.
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> 10. TracyA: The Cannon Beach Yoga Festival is Mar 2-4. Contactinfo at cannonbeachyogafestival.com to have your event/activity/discount included on the website, Facebook & Twitter.www.cannonbeachyogafestival.com.
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> 11. GeorgeV: Senator Jeff Merkley and his staff were in Cannon Beach at the Chamber for a Town Hall Meeting last Thursday. The room was filled with nearly 100 people from Astoria to Manzanita. Mayor Mike Morgan welcomed the crowd and introduced the Senator as the shorter of our two Senators, but together they are the tallest delegation of Senators in the country. For my slideshow of images from the event, see www.cannon-beach.net/events/MerkleyTownHall2012
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> 12. AlexK: Mo’s is hiring. If you know someone who lost their job at Doogers or elsewhere, send them to Mo’s. Alex is waiting
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> 13. GeorgeV: At the end of WMMs, we are spending time each week to further expand our understanding and reach with social networking. Join us next week by bringing your laptop, pad or smart phone.
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> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Jan 25, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. Bring your laptop and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s.
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> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 1/11/2012 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 19
> Present: BrianO, JohnB, LisaS, CarolHun, PatF, JeneeP, StephanieA, MargoD, JimK, BobNer, GaryH, MarcyW, JudiM, MichaelF, RichM, KathyK, RobinR, RobS, GeorgeV
> Absent: Everybody else
>
> Notes by George Vetter
>
> Discussion Items:
> 1. Chamber Music Concert Report
> 2. John Stowell Jazz Concert Report
> 3. 2011 Real Estate Activity
> 4. Real Estate Assessed Values
> 5 Cannon Beach School
> 6. Healthy Kids
> 7. Savor Cannon Beach March 8-11
> 8. Cannon Beach Magazine
> 9. Bus
> 10. Homeless Connect
> 11. SOLV Beach Cleanup March 31
> 12. Relay for Life
> 13. Shred-A-Thon
> 14. Readers’ Choice Awards
> 15. Share Your Dog Story
> 16. Mile-by-Mile Guide for cell phones
> 17. Senator Merkley at Chamber Thurs 4p
> 15. Social Media Time
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Jan 18, 2012, Mo’s, 8am Bring an Internet device (wireless is available) and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s
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> 1. StephanieA: The Chamber Music Concert at Coaster Theatre was enjoyed by the 60 some people who purchased tickets.
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> 2. StephanieA: The jazz concert at the History Center by John Stowell was great and attended by 23 people.
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> 3. PatF: 54 Cannon Beach properties sold in 2011 – about 1/3 of what sold before the downturn. 91 properties are currently on the market – more than 3 times the number before the downturn. 10 $million plus homes are on the market now. 5 have sold in the past year. Numbers for Cannon Beach are better than the rest of Oregon.
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> 4. PatF: Property taxes are paid on assessed values. Assessed values typically are below market values and are increased annually by 3% (legal limit). Anyone thinking that their assessed value is more than market value can petition the County for a reduced assessed value. Robin says in this economy market values are only valid if backed up by sales in past 3 months.
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> 5. RichM: Last nights worksession by City Councilors was attended by many parents and citizens wanting to keep our school in Cannon Beach. The task force created in 1995 could not find a suitable location out of the tsunami zone. The School Board wants to consolidate all district schools in one Seaside facility. The School Board has said that if Cannon Beach builds a school, they will use it. JohnB suggested a multi-purpose Cannon Beach facility be built to serve Emergency/Art/Education/City Hall purposes. Rich says to finance a school it would be best to have the costs known before going to the voters. This could take up to year. Even without knowing the costs in advance, it wouldn’t make sense to put it on the ballot in November. The next local meeting will be at Cannon Beach Elementary Jan 30th at 6pm. In the meantime, the School Board meets the third Thursday - January 19th at 6pm in Seaside.
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> 6. Judi Mahoney – Healthy Kids Outreach & Enrollment Worker – 503-358-2333 judimahoney at yahoo.com. The goal is to get all Clatsop County kids insured. Healthy Kids is funded through a 1% premium on insurance companies. This raises $39 million dollars, drawing down over $100 million in federal matching funds. There are 3 options, each based on a family’s income: no-cost, low-cost ($26-30/mo plus $10/visit) or full cost. 1000 Clatsop Co kids have been enrolled in 2 years. Know someone – contact Judi.
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> 7. GaryH: Savor Cannon Beach March 8-11. 25 of 100 festival tickets have been sold. 400 Wine Walk tickets will be sold. Spread the word –www.savorcannonbeach.com. Share on Facebook.
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> 8. GaryH: Cannon Beach Magazines are more than 90% out. Brent says we’ll get 100% out with your help. Pick up a box at the Chamber.
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> 9. KathyK: NW by NW Bus Connection Sounding Board Meeting Thursday Feb 2 frm 12-130p in Astoria at Sunset Empire Transit District.
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> 10. JeneeP: Homeless Connect - January 24, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Seaside Convention Center
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> 11. JeneeP: SOLV Spring Beach Cleanup March 31, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Check in at Cannon Beach City Hall upper lot. You can also register onlinewww.solv.org
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> 12. JeneeP: Relay for Life Kick Off February 21, 2012 – Place and time TBA. We recommend to start your own team, but if not possible consider joining one of the following: Pearce-Mushen Non Profit Charity or Pacific Alarm Systems
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> 13. Pacific Alarm Systems and BBB are joining together to Sponsor a Shred-A-Thon for Clatsop County this coming Summer. Logistics TBA. If you have or know of anyone that would like more info please call me or have them call Jenee at 503-436-2030.
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> 14. MichaelF: Coast Weekend has the 2011 Readers’ Choice Awards atwww.coastweekend.com. Mike passed out the current issue and announced Daily Astorian January Advertising Specials. mficker at dailyastorian.com.
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> 15. RobS: For possible inclusion in Oregon Coast Magazine, send your brief, heartwarming or funny dog story and photos by email to edit at nwmags.comwith subject line: Dogs.
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> 16. RobS: Find the Mile-by-Mile guide for cell phones athttp://newoh.ohwy.com/progs/ocmobimbm.cfm.
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> 17. GeorgeV: Senator Jeff Merkley invites you to a Town Hall Meeting in Clatsop County in Cannon Beach at the Chamber Thursday Jan 12 at 4pm.www.merkley.senate.gov. www.facebook.com/jeffmerkley.
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> 18. GeorgeV: The last 15 minutes of today’s meeting was spent on Facebook. With the social networking frenzy going on, we are spending time each week to further expand our understanding and reach. Join us next week by bringing your laptop, pad or smart phone.
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> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Jan 18, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. Bring your laptop and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s.
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> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 1/4/2012 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 14
> Present: LindaD, BobNer, KeithC, MichaelF, RobinR, SusanBo, KathyK, WendyH, JohnB, BrianO, CarolH, BrentD, ShawnaS, GeorgeV
> Absent: Everybody else
>
> Notes by George Vetter
>
> Discussion Items:
> 1. Real Estate Prices at 2002 levels
> 2. CB Elementary School
> 3. Hunting Discussion
> 4. EVOO
> 5 Reservations Up
> 6. Retail Needs a Boost
> 7. Seaside’s Incentive to Shop Local
> 8. Cannon Beach Magazine Listings
> 9. Chamber Board Opening
> 10. Library Lecture Thur Jan 5
> 11. Recycle your Christmas Tree
> 12. Sing with the Choir
> 13. North Coast Jaycees
> 14. Cajun Weekend at Sweet Basils
> 15. Social Media Time
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Jan 11, 2012, Mo’s, 8am Bring an Internet device (wireless is available) and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s
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> 1. RobinR: Real Estate prices are currently at 2002 levels. There are some good buys out there.
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> 2. WendyH: At last night’s City Council meeting, it was decided to discuss the resolution to recommend closure of Cannon Beach Elementary at a worksession. Safety is the Council’s number one concern. The topic will come up at the School Board meeting – the third Thursday - January 19th at 6pm.
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> 3. RobinR: Tonight’s 530pm meeting at City Hall of the Ecola Creek Forest Reserve Advisory Committee will have discussion about recreational element of the management plan including hunting.
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> 4. BobNer: EVOO will reopen Jan 14th. 2011 was a very good year. September 2012 will have another “Culinary Excursion” to Italy. Participants are invited to sign up for 1 or 2 weeks. www.evoo.biz
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> 5. WendyH and BrianO: Reservation are up for Spring and Summer. They are coming earlier than last year. December was up also.
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> 6. KathyK: Retail has been so-so. More needs to be done prior to Christmas next year to bring people to town for shopping. The unique gift buying experience of Cannon Beach needs to be promoted early. Bus tours like those to Leavenworth could be looked into. The town needs to pull together and create a draw with an appealing ambiance of small town Christmas shopping.
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> 7. KeithC: For the second year, Seaside has encouraged local shopping by rewarding those who spend $40 between participating stores with a card that is entered into a drawing for prizes. Each $40 earns another card and another chance. This year there were 1300 entry cards. Up from last year.
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> 8. BrentD: The 2012 Cannon Beach Magazine closes this week. Chamber members get a free listing. Dues must be in by Friday to be included. 6500 2011 magazines are remaining. Pick up a bundle at the Chamber and push these out the doors before they end up at our recycle center. Put them in bags with purchases. Encourage visitors to pick them up - take them home. If you or anyone you know is headed off somewhere and can take some mags, contactbrent at cannonbeach.org.
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> 9. BrentD: If interested in serving on the Chamber Board, e-mailchamber at cbor.us.
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> 10. KeithC: Thursday January 5th at 7pm is the next "World of Haystack Rock" Library Lecture, featuring Katie Volke, Executive Director of the North Coast Land Conservancy. Katie's talk is entitled, "Conservation Connections: NCLC celebrates 25 years on the Oregon Coast". Free and open to the public, this lecture series is co-sponsored by the Friends of Haystack Rock and the Cannon Beach Library. For details, see: http://coastexplorermagazine.com/news/1438
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> 11. GeorgeV: Recycle your Christmas Tree: Turn your Christmas tree into salmon habitat. Learn how at http://ecotrope.opb.org/2011/12/how-to-turn-your-christmas-tree-into-salmon-habitat.
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> 12. JohnB: Every Monday at 630pm at the Presbyterian Church – Join up and sing with the Cannon Beach Chorus.
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> 13. SusanB: The North Coast Jaycees meets Jan 12 7pm at Warrenton Fultanos. Spread the word - Susan 503-739-1905 northcoastjaycees at gmail.com
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> 14. This weekend is Cajun weekend at Sweet Basils - Chef John Sowa Sweet Basils angowl8 at live.com 503-436-1539
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> 15. GeorgeV: The last 15 minutes of today’s meeting was spent on Facebook. With the social networking frenzy going on, we are spending time each week to further expand our understanding and reach. Join us next week by bringing your laptop, pad or smart phone.
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> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Jan 11, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. Bring your laptop and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s.
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> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 12/28/2011 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 12
> Present: LisaS, JamieS, StephanieA, PhilS, WendyH, BrianO, JohnB, BrentD, RobinR, TerryL, LindaD, GeorgeV
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> Absent: Everybody else
>
> Notes by George Vetter
>
> Discussion Items:
> 1. Chamber Music at Coaster Jan 3
> 2. 2012 Chorus Rehearsals begin Jan 9
> 3. Whale Watching Spoken Here
> 4. $Million Dollar Real Estate Sales
> 5 Wayfarer Restaurant
> 6. Chamber News
> 7. Visitor Center Report
> 8. Cannon Beach Magazine Push
> 9. Chamber Building Loan
> 10. Chamber/Providence Hospital Joint Fundraiser
> 11. Save our School
> 12. Prime Retail/Gallery Space For Lease
> 13. Social Media Time
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Jan 4, 2011, Mo’s, 8am Bring an Internet device (wireless is available) and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s
>
> 1. StephanieA: Chamber Music 2012 Tuesday Jan 3 at 730pm Coaster Theatre. Concert pianist Mitchell Vines joins Portland pianist Andrew Ehrich and cellist Katherine Schultz in an evening of solos, duos and trios.www.coastertheatre.com or http://www.tolovanaartscolony.org.
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> 2. JohnB: Cannon Beach Chorus rehearsals for the new year begin Jan 9 at 630pm at the Presbyterian Church. Join in.www.cannonbeachchorus.org.
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> 3. Oregon State Parks has interpreters at lookout points Dec 26 to Dec 31 with Whale Watching Spoken Here signs posted. The whales are headed south. http://whalespoken.org
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> 4. RobinR: There were 6 sales of a million dollars or more in Clatsop County during 2001. Not a great number, but something. With prices down, this would be a good time to apply for a reduction in assessed value with the County.
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> 5. TerriL: Wayfarer Restaurant features Happy Hour daily from 3 to 5pm with both food and drink specials. The restaurant will be closed Jan3-5 for winter cleaning and maintenance. www.wayfarer-restauant.com.
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> 6. BrentD: Senator Jeff Merkley will be here for a town hall meeting at the Chamber on Jan 12 from 4-6pm. The bi-weekly Marketing Committee meeting is right after this meeting at the Chamber. Bids are being sought to upgrade the server and network at the Chamber. LisaS: www.quill.com is a supplier that Mo's recently used for computer equipment and found their prices the best. Get you login to the Member's section of the new Chamber website now frombrent at cannonbeach.org. There is a position on the Chamber Board open.
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> 7. BrentD: Visitors from far and wide are in town now and have been for the past week. The Visitor's Center is seeing people from around the country and world.
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> 8. BrentD: The 2012 Cannon Beach Magazine will be out in a couple months. There are enough mags remaining right now to suggest we need to push these out the doors before they end up at our recycle center. Put them in bags with purchases. Encourage visitors to pick them up - take them home. If you or anyone you know is headed off somewhere and can take some mags, contactbrent at cannonbeach.org.
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> 9. GeorgeV: The Chamber is paying off an $88k loan on the building. It is currently being refinanced to lower the interest. Fundraisers are needed to pay this loan down.
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> 10. BrianO: To the rescue. A joint fundraiser with Seaside Providence Hospital is in the planning stages for September 2012. It will be an auction with a 50/50 split. The hospital portion will go toward the Cannon Beach Walk-in Clinic. It is estimated that the Chamber's portion would be $10k+
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> 11. PhilS: New at today's meeting and on a mission - Arch Cape resident and family man - Phillip Simmons - retired Marine Corps - employed currently by Clatsop County Veterans Services - but here today in support of keeping Cannon Beach School. We need to keep our school to attract quality people to live and work here. 10% of the districts students are from Arch Cape and Cannon Beach yet 25% of the funding comes from here. The decision ultimately rests with the School Board, but if we built a school, would they not choose to honor our wishes and use it? A petition going around asks that the City Council appoint a task force to study the potential ways to keep our school. And that the City delay voting on the draft resolution to recommend closure of the school. until the task force has had time to investigate and report. The next School Board Meeting is the third Thursday - January 19th at 6pm. Join Phil there. Phil 503-440-8310. ClatsopVSO at gmail.com..
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> 12. GeorgeV: The former El Mundo space at Village Centre is for lease. 1700 sq ft right on Hemlock with double-door entry, skylight, vaulted ceiling, storeroom, bathroom and good karma. Other Village Centre spaces also available – george at cannon-beach.net. 503-739-1415. See some Village Centre images in a slideshow at www.cannon-beach.net/vcinn/slideshow
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> 13. GeorgeV: The last 15 minutes of today’s meeting was spent on FaceBook. With the social networking frenzy going on, we are spending time each week to further expand our understanding and reach. Join us next week by bringing your laptop, pad or smart phone.
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> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Jan 4, 2012, Mo’s, 8am. Bring your laptop and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s.
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> Happy New Year everyone!
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> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 12/21/2011 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 14
> Present: BobNer, LisaS, StephanieA, BrentD, BrianO, JohnB, SusanB, GaryH, LindaD, WendyH, JerryM, MichaelF, TracyMc. GeorgeV
>
> Absent: Everybody else
>
> Notes by George Vetter
>
> Discussion Items:
> 1. Cannon Refurbishment
> 2. Annie at Coaster Theatre
> 3. Whale Watching Spoken Here
> 4. Tolovana Chamber Music Jan 3
> 5 Lecture Series at Libary
> 6. Senator Merkley in Cannon Beach Jan 12
> 7. Chamber website ready for action
> 8. Chm Board position open
> 9. Business After Hours
> 10. Seaside Visitors Guide is at printers
> 11. Savor Cannon Beach March 8-11
> 12. Prime Retail/Gallery Space For Lease
> 13. EVOO Post Christmas Dinners Mon-Wed
> 14. Social Media Time
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Dec 28, 2011, Mo’s, 8am Bring an Internet device (wireless is available) and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s
>
> 1. StephanieA: The History Center is fundraising to come up with $20K needed to send our cannon to Texas A&M for refurbishment. No they don’t plan to use it, just preserve it. www.cbhistory.org.
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> 2. GaryH: Annie Get Your Gun play at the Coaster till the end of the month. See www.coastertheatre.com.
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> 3. GaryH: Oregon State Parks will have interpreters at lookout points Dec 26 to Dec 31 with Whale Watching Spoken Here signs posted. The whales are headed south. http://whalespoken.org
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> 4. GaryH: Tickets are on sale for a Jan. 3 concert at the Coaster Theater. The Tolovana Arts Colony presents a chamber music concert with pianist Mitchell Vines and others. http://www.tolovanaartscolony.org
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> 5. GaryH: Haystack Rock Awareness Program Lecture Series: Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012 Katie Volke, Executive Director, N C Land Conservancy “Conservation Connections: NCLC celebrates 25 years on the Oregon Coast”http://friendsofhaystackrock.org
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> 6. BrentD: Senator Jeff Merkley will be here for a town hall meeting at the Chamber on Jan 12 from 4-6pm.
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> 7. BrentD: The new Chamber website is ready for member to jump in and enhance their listings, add events, and give feedback to the Chamber. Contact Brent to get your member login. The members sections will contains committee information including minutes. brent at cannonbeach.org.
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> 8. LisaS: Lori Courtwright has left her employ at Bank of Astoria after 13 years for health and family reasons and has therefore resigned her position on the Chamber Board. Any member interested in serving is encouraged to state their desire in a letter or email to chamber at cbor.us The term runs till the next election in June.. The Board consists of Carol Hungerford (Pres), Brian Olson (VP), George Vetter (Treas), Lisa Sarish (Secr) Tracy Abel, Jim McDonald, Christen Allsop, Rich Mays.
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> 9. LisaS: The monthly Business After Hours schedule is open. Contactchamber at cbor.us if you would like to host an event. It does not have to be extravagant. Several businesses could join together to host one.
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> 10. GaryH: The 2012 Seaside Visitors Guide is off to the printer leaving Gary and his staff focused on Cannon Beach Magazine. You may still be able to coax Gary into letting you place an ad even though the deadline has come and gone. Gary and staff are now doing all the creative and promotional materials for the City of Seaside’s Visitors Bureau.
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> 11. GaryH: Savor Cannon Beach 2012 is building. Festival tickets ($99) are limited to 100 and have sold out in advance in past years, so tickets to individual events will only be available at the door if space permits. Up to 400 additional tickets will available for just the Saturday Wine Tour (20+ Wineries) and will be available at a later date. http://savorcannonbeach.com. Let Gary know what you have planned info at savorcannonbeach.com
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> 12. GeorgeV: The former El Mundo space at Village Centre is for lease. 1700 sq ft right on Hemlock with double-door entry, skylight, vaulted ceiling, storeroom, bathroom and good karma. Other Village Centre spaces also available – george at cannon-beach.net. 503-739-1415. See some Village Centre images in a slideshow at www.cannon-beach.net/vcinn/slideshow
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> 13. BobNer: EVOO has 6 seats remaining for each of the three days after Christmas – Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. www.evoo.biz.
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> 14. GeorgeV: The last 15 minutes of today’s meeting was spent on FaceBook and Twitter. Mo’s new wireless service is working perfectly. GaryH led off by reminding everyone of the importance of using social media for more than just a way to broadcast your messages.”Like” people who “like” you and share and comment their postings. Think of it as a network where everyone is helping everyone else. Go to the pages of people who “like” you and look at the list of people who “like” them. “Like” those that you like. When you “like” a post, your “like” is not shared, only when you “share” a post is it shared. In order for social media to do us the most good, we need to spread our messages out over time and not all at once. For example, Gary posted about Savor Cannon Beach last week and for a short time it was shared everywhere, but then like a flash in the pan, it was gone. To get more exposure, we need to schedule out posts and “likes” and “shares” and comments so we keep the info in the current flow. This is something we can coordinate at our WMM sessions. Do come next week with your laptops and plan to advance your knowledge and understanding of social media. And your business!!
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> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Dec 28, 2011, Mo’s, 8am. Bring your laptop and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s.
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> Merry Christmas everyone!
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> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 12/14/2011 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 17
> Present: LisaS, LindaD, KeithC, BrentD, TracyMc, KevinL, WendyH, BrianO, JohnB, BobNer, CarolHun, MikeF, RobertK, JerryM, RobS, JamieS GeorgeV
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> Absent: Everybody else
>
> Notes by George Vetter
>
> Discussion Items:
> 1. CEDR
> 2. Festival of Trees Concert Report
> 3. Business after Hours – Report
> 4. Coastal Harvest of Giving Report
> 5 Wireless Coming to Mo’s
> 6. Christmas Day Dinner at EVOO
> 7. CB Elementary Closure?
> 8. Intern at Chamber
> 9. Cannon Beach Lit Up
> 10. “Living Social” Alternative
> 11. Weather Reports
> 12. Tide Tables
> 13. Christmas Dinner at Local Restaurants
> 14. Shop Small
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Dec 21, 2011, Mo’s, 8am Bring an Internet device (wireless will be available) and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s
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> 2. KevinL: Working with Brent at the Chamber to come us with ideas for future seminars in Cannon Beach with CEDR (Clatsop Co Economic Development Resources) To Learn more about business counseling and workforce management services, contact 503.338.2402, orsbdc at clatsopcc.edu.
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> 2. JohnB: Cannon Beach Chorus’ concert at the Festival of Trees in Seaside was a great success.
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> 3. BrianO: Business after Hours by Cannon Beach Vacations Rentals was a big hit – 70-80 people stopped by for food drink and Holiday cheer.
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> 4. BobNer: The 2nd Annual Coastal Harvest of Giving benefit for the Clatsop County Food Bank raised $45K. .
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> 5. LisaS: As of later today, Mo’s will have wireless Internet. Bring your laptops next week for some social media posting and sharing
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> 6. BobNer: There are just six seat remaining for Christmas Dinner at EVOO.503-436-8555 info at evoo.biz.
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> 7. WendyH: There was heated discussion last night at City Hall regarding the potential closure of Cannon Beach Elementary. It is estimated that the old structures and awnings would not stand in an earthquake of the magnitude expected. Even if it did, the short legs of the young children could not carry them to safety in time to escape an ensuing tsunami. The council feels obligated in light of the warnings being sounded by scientists to recommend to the School District closure of the school. Seaside could currently accommodate the students. The council will consider the resolution at its Jan 3 meeting.
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> 8. GeorgeV: A new face can be seen at the Chamber on Tues and Thur pm’s – Chris Mullen – a CCC accounting student is doing his internship with Brent at the Chamber.
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> 9. GeorgeV: Cannon Beach is lit up for the season. For a slideshow to share with your clients and friends find the link at www.cannon-beach.net. If you’re out after dark, drive by the Stephanie Inn. Awesome! An image of it posted onwww.facebook.com/cannonbeachnet four days ago has already garnered 42 likes, 22 shares and 15 comments. Chime in. Spread the word.
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> 10. RobS: Here’s a new idea as a local alternative to “Living Social” and “Groupon” Example: Offer a room at a hotel for $100 with $100 worth of shopping/dining vouchers. The hotel would receive $50 of the $100 and each business whose voucher was used would receive 50% of its value. This is not a way to make money, but is a way to bring in new business that would hopefully become regular customers. Rob would also use theidea to subscriptions to his Oregon Coast Magazine. Wendy and some others said that people using these kind of promotions don’t come back except for another promotion of similar nature. Tracy said that this has worked for CB Hotel Lodgings.
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> 11. RobertK: After a year of having CB Treasure Co here, it has become apparent that the Portland weather people often mistakenly report bad weather for the coast. Can we all begin to post and tweet what the weather really is? Send people to the live web cam for Channel 6 located at Tolovana Inn -http://weather.weatherbug.com/OR/Cannon%20Beach-weather/weather-cams/local-cams.html
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> 12. GeorgeV: Several years ago, after considerable research and observation by various people it was concluded that the tides that correspond most closely with Cannon Beach are those measured by NOAA at the North Jetty of the Columbia River. Because of the many factors that influence tides from one location to another, they cannot be predicted by interpolating. NOAA only predicts tides where they measure them. They do not measure them in Cannon Beach. The North Jetty of the Columbia River are the tides published in the Cannon Beach Magazine, the Chamber website and on www.Cannon-Beach.net.
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> 13. JerryM: The Wayfarer Restaurant will be open for Christmas Dinner. Make reservations now 503-436-1108. Other restaurants to be open are the Pig and Morris’s
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> 14. GeorgeV: There has been considerable attention paid to campaigns to “Shop Local”. If these campaigns were 100% effective, most of us would be out of business. There aren’t enough residents to support all of us. What we should be campaigning for is to “Shop Small”. Wal-Mart, Kmart, Costco, Target, etc, etc, etc have succeeded at the expense of millions of small retailers. Put some signs up in your store that encourage people to “Shop Small”
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> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Dec 21, 2011, Mo’s, 8am. Bring an Internet device and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s.
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>
> Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)
> Date: 12/07/2011 8am
> Location: Mo’s
> Number in attendance: 17
> Present: JimK, BrianO, JohnB, DebbieN, BrentDm, LenoreEm, BobNer, DanM, GaryH, WendyH, SusanBo, GenevieveJ, AlexK, CarmenS, KathyK, JeffT, GeorgeV
>
> Absent: Everybody else
>
> Notes by George Vetter
>
> Discussion Items:
> 1. New at today’s Meeting
> 2. Chamber’s New Website
> 3. Business after Hours – Thurs 4p
> 4. CB Chorus Concert at SS Conv Ctr
> 5 Coastal Harvest of Giving – Thurs 5-9p
> 6. Holiday Open House
> 7. Holiday Body Products Class
> 8. ‘Venues’ – Event Space Guide
> 9. Savor Cannon Beach Mar 8-11
> 10. Savor NW
> 11. CB Mag Final Notice
> 12. Push those 2011 CB Magazines
> 13. Lodging Tax Revenue up 4% for Qtr
> 14. City Potluck Mon Dec 12
> 15. Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc)
> 16. Interacting on Facebook
> 17. WiFi at Tolovana Inn
> 18. Christmas Promotion at George Vetter FotoArt
> Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Dec 14, 2011, Mo’s, 8am Bring an Internet device and bring your own coffee cup. Coffee and tea provided courtesy of Mo’s
>
> 3. New at Today’s Meeting – Alex Kang – new manager at Mo’s. Alex is living in Beaverton and commuting to Cannon Beach. He has managed at Shari’s and Jack In The Box. 503-436-1111 moscan at pacifier.com
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> 2. BrentD: New Chamber Website is a work in progress. Feedback is needed. Members are to contact Brent to get their username and password and to receive training (approx ½ hour). Training in ongoing on Monday mornings –brent at cannonbeach.org 503-436-2623. Member info will go on live as members add content to their area. Members can submit events. Event submissions will be filtered by Brent and Sharon. www.cannonbeach.org
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> 3. BrianO: Tomorrow, Dec 8 will be the CB Vacation Rentals Business after Hours at Linda’s Christmas house at 3663 S Hemlock at Tyee St in Tolovana – 400p.
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> 4. JohnB: Cannon Beach Choral Concert Dec 9 at 7pm during Festival of Trees at SS Convention Ctr. Saturday night is the Festival of Trees event.
>
> 5. BobNer: Eight volunteers for plate up (servers) are needed tomorrow (Thurs Dec 8) from 5-9p at the Surfsand Ballroom for Coastal Harvest of Giving. You’ll be fed. Contact Bob info at evoo.biz 503-436-8555
>
> 6. GenevieveJ: Holiday Open House at Acupuncture & Natural Medicine Clinic Monday Dec 12, 12-3pm.
>
> 7. GenevieveJ: Holiday Body Products Class Sunday Dec 11 12-330pm. $25 Call 503-436-2255 or email cannonbeachacupuncture at gmail.com to RSVP by Friday Dec 9. Bring a vegan dish to share.
>
> 8. SusanB: Ad deadline for space in the VENUES is Dec 20. 10K copies to be printed by Coast River Business Journal. www.crbizjournal.com
>
> 9. GaryH: Savor Cannon Beach is March 8-11. Send your info toinfo at savorcannonbeach.com. Find info on twitter – savorcb and on Facebook – savorcannonbeach.
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> 10. GaryH: Savor NorthWest is an idea that Gary is rolling out today. It is a wine competition to crown the best wine. It will precede Savor Cannon Beach and serve as a lead into it. www.savorNW.com
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> 11. GaryH: The ad deadline for Cannon Beach Magazine is past, but if you get to Gary now, you can still get in. gary at coastexplorermagazine.com
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> 12. GaryH: It’s time to push the remaining CB Magazines out the door. Ideally, the 2011 magazines are gone up just as the new ones arrive. Pick up a stack for your business at the Chamber and get them into the hands of visitors so they don’t end up at the Cannon Beach Recycle Depot.
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> 13. WendyH: The quarter ending Sept 30th saw a 4% increase in Lodging tax. Some of this increase is because it was just a year ago that the tax was increased by 1% and rooms that were booked prior to the effective date were exempt from the increase.
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