Centennial Executive Board Meeting

October 15, 2007

Chair Ardis Hofstad opened the Executive Board meeting on October 15 at the Senior Site at 7:05 pm with 12 members present. She said that she would always like one representative from each committee present at all board meetings, preferably two.

The minutes of the March 27 meeting were read and approved with a motion by Isaac M., seconded by Cheryl O’N., and carried.

Larry S. reported that there was a profit of $5,060 from the Game Card sales. There were 68 unsold cards. The CD from the last celebration has accrued interest and is now worth $12,000. Mary Lynn B. made a motion to accept the report, Kaye M. seconded, and carried.
     

Old Business:

None

New Business:

None

Committee Reports:

School Reunion / Accommodations.

Phyllis said that they have a tentative meeting set for November for their committee before their snowbirds go south. Bob said they were hoping to be able to set up on the Centennial website for giving out information and for registration. 

Advertising

Bonny said she has been looking for information for the paper for Market Day and the Chili Cook-Off.

History/Souvenir Comm.

Emily B. said that she has been checking on pottery with our Centennial logo on it with the Of the Land potters. Ardis suggested that this type of item could be sold in advance of the event. It was also suggested to contact Two Fools Winery to see about putting our logo on their labels to sell before & during the celebration. Bonny C. said that the History night went well and that Eric was hoping to schedule another one soon.

Fundraising Comm.

Kaye reported that the Dance Card Dance was poorly attended, but very enjoyable to all who did venture out and attend. Mary Lynn asked about putting up the Centennial banner for Market Day on the stage wall. It was agreed that this wouldn’t be a problem. People agreeing to sitting at the Centennial booth for 9-11 were Lori & Kaye; from 11-1 Loretta; and from 1-3 was open to volunteers. There was a discussion about entertainment at the Chili Cook-Off. Bingo was suggested, but vetoed. A guitar video game contest will be going on across the street at the new Industrial Tech. building for the younger generation. Mary Lynn suggested asking Clay Haugen to line up musical entertainment for the Hall. It was decided having music in the background was a good addition last year and to go with it again, if possible. After some discussion, it was decided to serve hot dogs & bars to go along with the chili. Several of us offered to call people to bring bars.
 

Beautification Comm.

Ardis had checked on the cost of hanging plants from Francis Floral in Bagley and what is necessary for watering, etc. She was told that they are watered daily and twice a day when the temperature is over 90. Barb had talked to Deb DuChamp about what they had done for their Yard of the Week prizes. They had made up certificates. It was agreed that we should begin this project next summer and feature the Yard winner in the paper.

Parade Comm.

Cheryl O’N. said that their main concern right now is coming up with a banner or sign to put on a pick-up for parades for the upcoming 2 summers. Cheryl secured the Parade Train to lead the parade & give rides for our Centennial parade.

Entertainment Comm.

Isaac reported that their committee hasn’t met since the last board meeting. He has been getting good input from some of their members on bands from the area who could provide good entertainment for the Centennial. There was a discussion as to whether it was necessary to have a big name band in to draw a crowd. It was decided to leave that decision up to the Entertainment Comm. This committee was also designated to be responsible for providing transportation around town the weekend of the event. Lonny Cote is looking into this. It was suggested to check with Shawn Carlson who is a shuttle driver each year at Rollag.

Ardis will schedule our next meeting date for some time in the spring. She encouraged people to stay involved & to get others to help.

 Bob M. made a motion to adjourn, Emily seconded, & carried.

Barb Melby

Secretary

Committee List

• Executive Committee
• History Committee
• Parade Committee
• Entertainment Committee
• Beautification Committee
• Fundraising Committee
• Advertising Committee
• Reunion Committee