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11-05-1999 Minutes y C VI a ac\end k. Po r w,a-5) Clermont Main Street Meeting Minutes for November 5, 1999 The Mulberry Inn Board Members present: Robert Porter,Jeff Biddle,Donna Covert, Sandy Lawson,n,Mary Jackson,Jay Rosario,Louise Stockton,Bill Thompson,Kathy Schlachter, Chris Giachetti, Jim Simon,Micki Wolfe. Others: Mayor Hal Turville for part of meeting. Robert Porter opened meeting at 8:35 A.M. Barbara Hollerand was not present to take minutes so Sandy Lawson volunteered to take notes. Micki Wolfe reported that a final draft of the logo had been discussed with Apple Tree Ink but she was unable to get a printed version in time for today's meeting and would like board or executive committee approval of the final design. Micki stated she will attempt to get a final draft circulated and approved by the Executive Committee prior to next Board Meeting. A bank account has now been established at Peoples State Bank by Treasurer, Sandy Lawson. All officers are named as signers on the account. Wayne Turner offered this account to Main Street at no charge. Donations and membership fees received as of this meeting were: Clermont/Groveland Elks Lodge $1,000.00 with a commitment for 3 years, First Federal Savings and Loan $250.00, and Lawson Estate Homes Inc. $500.00. A promise letter was discussed to provide to businesses with h an interestin providing a longer term membership commitment. Jeff Biddle indicated that a draft of this type of letter is offered in the Main Street documents from the State program. Once a logo is finalized, Sandy Lawson volunteered to put together a draft letter for circulation to members and potential members of Clermont Main Street Inc. Membership drive efforts were discussed. Chris Giachetti suggested a wine and cheese appreciation and recruiting night possibly in February. Mary Jackson indicated there is a Builder's Show at the Chamber in February and we may want to consider that in scheduling. Jeff Biddle,Mary Jackson, Chris Giachetti and Robert Porter initially volunteered(or were volunteered)to work as a committee for this event. Further discussion was tabled until January meeting due to holiday events needing discussion. Meetings with local real estate brokers and salespersons were discussed and Sandy Lawson volunteered to coordinate meetings to discuss membership as soon as schedules allow. Micki Wolfe offered speaking time at the upcoming Gala Auction to promote and introduce Clermont Main Street Inc. Micki and Jeff will also speak with Howard Stockton about speaking, advertising or sponsoring Chamber banquet in January. Mayor Hal Turville arrived and presented a check on behalf of the CRA for$10,000.00 to Clermont Main Street. Photos were taken by Donna Covert of The News Leader for publication. Chris Giachetti made a motion, seconded by Jeff Biddle,that$500 be spent to begin construction of a sign before Light Up Clermont listing membership of$1000 or more. The sign quote was $1200.00 total for an 8x12 sign. Motion carried,none opposed. "....Mary Jackson will reserve a 10x10 booth or table in front of Clermont Main Street Sign on Montrose at l light Up Clermont for distribution of flyers with candy canes. Robert Porter to coordinate flyers an d candy canes. y , .e... Mary Jackson advised there will be a parade ambassador's meeting Tuesday,January 30th at 7:00 P.M. at Jenkins auditorium for any who would like to assist as ambassadors. Clermont Main Street is sponsoring Santa's Float in the parade. Russell and Sandy Lawson have donated use of their trailer for decoration and transport of Santa. They may also have a vintage tractor available to pull the trailer,but it is unsure at this time if tractor will be running well. The decorating of Santa's float will be at the Ice House(old warehouse on water by Hobo's)on Wednesday,December 1, 1999. Louise Stockton and Robert Porter offered decorations for use. Mary Jackson will arrange canvas type banners for trailer with Clermont Main Street Inc. listed as sponsor. Meeting adjourned approximately 9:45 A.M.