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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Date: 8/28/2013 8am<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Location: Pizza a Fetta<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Number in attendance: 14<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Present: BrianO, SharonV, PatF, StephanieA, RisleyW, WendyH, SusanB, NancyMc, KathyK, MargoD, BenK, ErickB, MelodieC, GeorgeV <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Absent: Everybody else<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Notes by George Vetter <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Discussion Items:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>1. KMUN Public Radio<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>2. Fall Fashions at Maggie & Henry<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>3. Haystack Holidays<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>4. Two shows closing at Coaster this wknd<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>5 Real Estate Report<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>6. Women Only Wknd Nov 8-10<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>7. Hood to Coast Relay<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>8. Rental Scam<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>9. Paul Dueber at Bistro courtyard<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>10. Haystack Dollars<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>11. SWAF Nov 1-3<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>12. Filming of “Getting Away Together”<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>13. ATM at Bella Espresso in Village Centre<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – Sept 4, 2013, Pizza a Fetta, 8am. Bring your own coffee cup. Coffee is provided courtesy of Pizza a Fetta and Bella Espresso. Come a bit early to get your coffee downstairs at Bella<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>1. SusanB: Susan started work with KMUN Public Radio yesterday. KMUN has 14,000 weekly listeners. An annual business membership is $100. Underwriters get 22-second standalone spots. <a href="http://www.coastradio.org">www.coastradio.org</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>2. MargoD: Fall fashions are arrived at Maggie & Henry – for men & women. Locals get 10% off as always. <a href="http://www.maggieandhenry.com">www.maggieandhenry.com</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>3. MargoD: Pick up flyers at the Chamber for Haystack Holidays. Promote to visitors how Holiday shopping in Cannon Beach is such a pleasure compared to the malls and box stores in the valley. </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/HaystackHolidaysCannonBeach">https://www.facebook.com/HaystackHolidaysCannonBeach</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>4. NancyMc: The Importance of Being Ernest and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum both close this weekend at <a href="http://www.CoasterTheatre.com">www.CoasterTheatre.com</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>5. BenK/PatF: People are looking at high-end real estate. Two oceanfront homes are on contract (close to being finalized). Pat has a roomy 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Gearhart with a shop for $259K. 503-440-1106. <a href="http://www.kamalicompany.com">www.kamalicompany.com</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>6. WendyH: Women Only ‘Weekend is Nov 8-10. It has gained momentum each year. For $100 be one of 10 spots on the back page of Coast Weekend plus get flyers/brochures. Escape Lodging has 4 artists lined up. Contact <a href="mailto:wendy@theoceanlodge.com">wendy@theoceanlodge.com</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>7. Hood to Coast was this past weekend. Consensus was that it was well organized and traffic flowed through Seaside better than previous years. There will be an open forum in Seaside on September 10<sup>th</sup> at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers at 989 Broadway to discuss the Hood to Coast event.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>8. PatF: Beware of online rental scams for rentals in Cannon Beach. Homes are offered by people who do not own them at bargain prices and crooks walk away with deposit money. Pat 503-440-1106<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>9. MargoD: Weather permitting, Paul Dueber will be playing music in the new Bistro courtyard Thursday Aug 29 from 7-9pm. </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheBistroCannonBeach">https://www.facebook.com/TheBistroCannonBeach</a><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>10. GeorgeV: Soon businesses will be informed of how they can accept and promote Haystack Dollars. The Chamber Marketing Committee’s Sheri Russell of Columbia Bank (formerly BofA) has been working out the details. Visitors will purchase Haystack Dollars at the Chamber and spend them at member businesses who will be on the list given to the purchaser. Additionally, businesses will display info promoting Haystack Dollars. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>11. SharonV: Stormy Weather Arts Festival is Nov 1-3. Eight artists will create & demonstrate at the 7pm Friday night QuickDraw event at Surfsand Resort Ballroom. The live auction will include their work, plus photography, plus local travel packages for CB, SS, Gearhart, Astoria. At least 11 locations on Saturday will have live music. Galleries will puttin’ on the ritz with receptions along with restaurants and shops. Curtis Salgado will be at the Coaster on Saturday night. Get QD ($55 or 2/$99) and concert tickets ($35) at the Chamber. 503-436-2623<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>12. BrianO: With financial support from the Tourism and Arts Fund, Cannon Beach Vacation Rentals, Mike Clark, Escape Lodging, The CB Gallery Group and others, the filming of “Getting Away Together” will take place Sept 12-15. Three couples will be filmed together enjoying a Cannon Beach Getaway. Final locals are still pending, but their scout, Joan McCord, who was in town working with Brian and others has listed the following. EVOO with Bob & Lenore, Icefire with Jim & Suzanne, DragonFire with Eva and Marsha, surf lessons with Julie Adams, beach bonfire with Bill Steidel and Paul Dueber, photo excursion with George Vetter, horseback riding with Sea Ranch, etc. The 28-minute program is to air this spring on PBS stations who pick it up and will potentially be aired for up to 5 years depending on how much audiences like it. The show will become property of the Chamber and footage can be used by the Chamber to its liking. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>13. GeorgeV: The ATM in Village Centre at Bella Espresso is the only one north of Second street. Let your customers know. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVend<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>No notes from the August 21 meeting. George was out of town.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVend<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Date: 8/14/2013 8am<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Location: Pizza a Fetta<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Number in attendance: 20<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Present: KathyK, KevinC, BrianO, StephanieA, KatieS, MelodieC, LindaD, WendyH, EricJ, RisleyW, BillyJoeE, BenK, RichM, KevinL, NancyMc, MaryF, JeneeP, JasonS, PatF, GeorgeV <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Absent: Everybody else<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Notes by George Vetter <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Discussion Items:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>1. SWAF & Haystack Holidays<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>2. Lodging Tax Report<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>3. Container Sites<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>4. 55 Acre Master Plan<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>5 City Seeking to Acquire old CBES<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>6. Fall Quickbooks Workshop<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>7. Small Business Management Program<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>8. Countywide Arts Group<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>9. Emergency Prep Workshop<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>10. Tax Credit<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>11. Evacuation Walk<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>12. Leadership<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>13. WOW<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>14. Police Report<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>15. Coastal Harvest of Giving Dec 5<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>16. Gazette’s New Reporter<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>17. Thank You James – Pizza a Fetta & Bella Espresso<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>18. Need notetaker next week.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – July 31, 2013, Pizza a Fetta, 8am. Bring your own coffee cup. Coffee is provided courtesy of Pizza a Fetta and Bella Espresso. Come a bit early to get your coffee downstairs at Bella<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>1. EricJ: Stormy Weather Arts Festival postcards and Haystack Holiday postcards were passed out and are available at the Chamber. Spread the word early. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>2. RichM: The lodging tax for the qtr ending June 30 was up 5.6%. The year ending June 30 was up 6.5%. Short term rentals were up 15%.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>3. RichM: Two additional container sites will open the 3<sup>rd</sup> wknd of October. The north one is at the top of the old Cannon Beach road and the south across from the southernmost entrance to CB from 101. Container will be opened for owners to refresh/add belongings.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>4. RichM: The city is working on a master plan for the 55 acre potential purchase which would include a new elementary school. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>5. RichM: The city is working with the School Board and the County to acquire CBES. It would be used as a park. There is some talk of leaving the gym standing.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>6. KevinL: Introduction to QuickBooks in Astoria Tues Sept 10 from 530-830pm. Pre-registration required <a href="mailto:SBDC@clatsopcc.edu">SBDC@clatsopcc.edu</a> 503-338-2402<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>7. KevinL: Small Business Management Program – Business Coaching for Business Owners. 9-month program starts Tues Oct 8. Meetings once per month with location visits in between. Taught by Kevin – <a href="mailto:kleahy@clatsopcc.edu">kleahy@clatsopcc.edu</a>. 503-338-2342<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>8. KevinL: An initial meeting was held to organize a county-wide art group. If interested contact Kevin - <a href="mailto:kleahy@clatsopcc.edu">kleahy@clatsopcc.edu</a>. 503-338-2342<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>9. MaryF: Clatsop Community College is offering a workshop on Emergency Preparedness. Saturday Sept 21, 10a-5p. 503-338-2408<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>10. LindaD: Find out if your business qualifies for tax credits on insurance costs. <a href="http://www.coveroregon.com">www.coveroregon.com</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>11. JeneP: Tuesday Aug 20 is the next walk to practice evacuation in the case of a tsunami. This one is for the North end. Meet at the Community Church at 9am. Contact <a href="mailto:jenee@pacificalarmsystem.com">jenee@pacificalarmsystem.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>12. WendyH: Just got back from a leadership workshop filling her tank. “Courage is Critical”. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>13. WendyH: Women Only ‘Weekend is Nov 8-10. It has gained momentum each year. For $100 be one of 10 spots on the back page of Coast Weekend plus get flyers/brochures. Contact <a href="mailto:wendy@theoceanlodge.com">wendy@theoceanlodge.com</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>14. JasonS: Things have been smoothly for the police department. Summer is going well. Manh warnings, but few citations are being issued. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>15. JeneeP: The annual Coastal Harvest of Giving foodbank benefit will be Thursday, Dec 5<sup>th</sup>, again at Surfsand Resort Ballroom. $150. Five-course meal. Only 150 tickets will be sold. Silent auction items are needed. Contact <a href="mailto:jenee@pacificalarmsystem.com">jenee@pacificalarmsystem.com</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>16. NancyMc: Eric Bengel is the new reporter for the Gazette – taking Dan’s place.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>17. KathyK: Thanks to James, Pizza a Fetta & Bella Espresso for hosting our WMM. It is much appreciated. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>18. GeorgeV: If someone is willing to take notes at next week’s meeting please contact <a href="mailto:george@cannon-beach.net">george@cannon-beach.net</a>. Or just sent your notes to <a href="mailto:george@cannon-beach.net">george@cannon-beach.net</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVend<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Wednesday Morning Meeting (round-table discussion, everyone welcome)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Date: 7/31/2013 8am<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Location: Pizza a Fetta<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Number in attendance: 15<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Present: TracyA, JohnB, StephanieA, KatieS, MelodieC, PatF, BrianO, JeneeP, DanH, EricJ, RisleyW, MaryF, LauriM, WendyH, GeorgeV <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Absent: Everybody else<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Notes by George Vetter <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Discussion Items:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>1. CB Academy Rummage Sale Aug 17<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>2. Choral Workshop in Town – Performance Fri at CBES<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>3. Governor’s Marketplace Roadshow Aug 1 at CCC<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>4. Supervisor & Human Resources Professional Seminars<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>5 Coaster Theatre Benefit Aug 6. 630pm<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>6. Mental Health First Aid Training Aug 12, 13<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>7. Flagger Training Aug 10<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>8. SWAF Nov 1-3<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>9. Employment Section on Chamber Web<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>10. Full Time Reservation Positions at CBVR<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>11. Chamber Membership Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>12. Haystack Dollars almost here<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>13. Seaside/South County “Day in the Park” Aug 17<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>14. Real Estate Plugging Along<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>15. Coastal Harvest of Giving Dec 5<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>16. Preparing for an Evacuation<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>17. Sustainable Seafood<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>18. Flora Fauna Group Show at Archimedes Gallery<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>Next Wednesday Morning Meeting – July 31, 2013, Pizza a Fetta, 8am. Bring your own coffee cup. Coffee is provided courtesy of Pizza a Fetta and Bella Espresso. Come a bit early to get your coffee downstairs at Bella<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>1. Rummage Wanted! The Cannon Beach Academy is having a fundraiser Rummage Sale August 17 from 7am to 5pm at 3115 S Hemlock St (in Tolovana across from Surfcrest Market). Contact Kristin 702-205-7971. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>2. JohnB: George Fox University’s Choral Workshop is in town this week at CB Elementary. There will be a free 7pm performance Friday at the school. Don’t miss it! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>3. GeorgeV via Kevin Leahy: CEDR will be hosting a very important business workshop from Governor Kitzhaber’s “Office of Economic & Business Equity” (Cabinet Level office) on Thursday, August 1st , in Astoria, at Clatsop Community College, Columbia Hall, Room 219, from 8:00 am- 1:00 pm. (Breakfast and lunch provided) Contact 503-338-2342 <a href="mailto:kleahy@clatsopcc.edu">kleahy@clatsopcc.edu</a></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>4. MaryF: The Oregon Employer Council has scheduled 6 Supervisor & Human Resources Professional Seminars during the next 12 months. Contact Lynne Fuller 503-325-4821 x228 <a href="mailto:lynne.r.fuller@state.or.us">lynne.r.fuller@state.or.us</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>5. Coaster Theatre presents A Mid-Summer Celebration Tuesday August 6. Doors open at 630pm. Show begins at 730pm. Tickets $23 adults, $18 children. A fundraiser to support the Coaster Theatre. An evening of Music and Merriment. Pre-show enjoy wine and cheese while bidding during a silent auction and raffle. After the show stay for a dessert and champagne reception .<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>6. MaryF: Mental Health First Aid Training is being offered Aug 12 & 13 at CCC. Contact Mary – <a href="mailto:mfryling@clatsopcc.edu">mfryling@clatsopcc.edu</a>. 503-325-0241 x225 <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>7. MaryF: Flagger Training – Get certified in OR, WA, ID & MT. Sat Aug 10 9am-430p at CCC. $80. Must preregister <a href="http://www.clatsopcc.edu/register">www.clatsopcc.edu/register</a> 503-338-2402<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>8. EricJ: Stormy Weather Arts Festival is Nov 1-3. Spread the word now to the summer crowd. Pick up flyers at the Chamber. See <a href="http://www.cannonbeach.org">www.cannonbeach.org</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>9. EricJ: If you are hiring, let the Chamber know. Employment opportunities can be posted on the Chamber website. <a href="mailto:chamber@cannonbeach.org">chamber@cannonbeach.org</a>. 503-436-2623<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>10. BrianO: Cannon Beach Vacation Rentals is hire two full-time, year-round reservation positions – <a href="mailto:brian@visitcb.com">brian@visitcb.com</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>11. TracyA: A Membership Committee under Sheri Russell is being formed by the Chamber. Volunteer are welcome. Meetings on third Thursdays at 11am. <a href="mailto:chamber@cbor.us">chamber@cbor.us</a>. 503-436-2623<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>12. TracyA: Haystack Dollars are being printed and will be sold at the Chamber for use in member businesses. Visitors can purchase these as gifts. They will be similar to a gift certificate, but will not be for a specific business but rather for many. <a href="mailto:chamber@cannonbeach.org">chamber@cannonbeach.org</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>13. LauriM: Ohana Media Group is seeking sponsors for Sunset Empire Parks and Recreation’s Seaside/South County “Day in the Park” at Broadway Park, Aug 17, noon to 4pm. Get airtime during two weeks of on air promotion. Just $200 plus a $25 prize. Contact Lauri <a href="mailto:lauri.moore@ohanamediagroup.com">lauri.moore@ohanamediagroup.com</a>. 503-791-4933<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>14. PatF: Currently, of 110 listings, 5 are on contract. This is down from last summer. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>15. JeneeP: The annual Coastal Harvest of Giving foodbank benefit will be Thursday, Dec 5<sup>th</sup>, again at Surfsand Resort Ballroom. $150. Five-course meal. Only 150 tickets will be sold. Silent auction items are needed. Contact <a href="mailto:jenee@pacificalarmsystem.com">jenee@pacificalarmsystem.com</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>16. JeneeP: The Emergency Preparedness Committee recently held a “Table Top” session with volunteers to think through the organization that will need to take place in an evacuation in the event of a near tsunami. There will be more such sessions and more volunteers are needed. Contact Bill Vanderberg <a href="mailto:npotrooper@live.com">npotrooper@live.com</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>17. TracyA: HRAP is involved in a project to encourage consumers and restaurants to order and serve seafood that is sustainable. The Monterrey Aquarium is certifying restaurants which participate. This is all quite new. Only Fishes Restaurant here in Cannon Beach is on board so far. Contact Nala - <a href="mailto:cardillo@ci.cannon-beach.or.us">cardillo@ci.cannon-beach.or.us</a> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>18. George via Lindsey at Archimedes Gallery – Flora Fauna Group Show – Opening Reception Aug 3, 4-9pm. Upstairs at 2<sup>nd</sup> & Larch. Cocktails by Cannon Beach Distillery<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVend<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'>For notes to previous meetings see <a href="http://www.cannon-beach.net/wmm">www.cannon-beach.net/wmm</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.5pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>George Vetter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>503-739-1415<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.cannon-beach.net/">Cannon-Beach Net</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:9.0pt'><a href="mailto:george@cannon-beach.net">george@cannon-beach.net</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>231 N Hemlock, Box 164<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>