The December meeting was held at Maple Lawn Homes with 18 in attendance. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 a.m. and introductions were made. The minutes of the last meeting were accepted for filing as presented. Treasurer’s balance as of November 30, 2006 is $7,377.93.
Committee Reports:
Christmas with Santa –
The event was held at Curves on December 9 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Vada Schertz reported that it was success. They handed out 249 bags. There was a steady flow of children and their parents the entire time. Santa and Mrs. Claus were a hit. Thank you to all that helped. A special thanks to Vada for all her hard work.
Business Spotlight- We would like to continue this monthly feature in 2007. Anyone interested in giving a 10 minute presentation is asked to contact a board member. We hope to alternate between regular attendees and those businesses that are members, but don’t send representatives to the meetings.
Economic Development Council - No Report.
City – Jim Meares was present for the city. The West end turn lane project will finish in the spring. There are 3 trees left to be planted downtown to complete that project. CDAP water and sewer projects will continue in the spring. There will be updates to the sewer plant this year. Police Chief Al Misener will be returning to duty on December 25, after approx. 3 months off recuperating from shoulder surgery. Brochures with information about what the City of Eureka has to offer are now in print and have been distributed to the City of Peoria. The City is in the process of contacting legislatures to get help to keep Fox channels on Mediacom.
Old Business
Business Spotlight
New Business
Election of Officers – The slate of officers presented by the Board was elected by unanimous voice vote. No nominations were made from the floor. 2007 Officers are: President Lisa Reinmann; Vice President Donna Sweeney; Treasurer Eldon LiaBraaten and Secretary Heidi Bowman.
Suggestions for New Members to Contact
Brief Business Update –
JoDean Schmidt was present and explained the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program that she is part of. IRS Section 69 stipulates mandatory public education and spells out the requirements for VITA. JoDean has been with the program since 2004. In 2004 she helped 23 people with tax preparation and saw that grow to 55 in 2005. She is asking for community involvement. Her current needs include a private office space with two exits. It also must be able to lock when not in use and have a printer and internet access. Anyone able to supply that is urged to contact JoDean.
The EBA is looking to fill the New Business Ambassador position that has been most recently held by John Green and Mark Hinrichsen. Please contact any board member if you are interested.
