Our monthly meeting was called to order by Chairperson, Judy Dickerson. Members present were: Mitch Simmons, Capt. Mike, Susan Mitchell, Alicia Lowe, Jim Anderson, Pam MacRae, Linda Strong and Judy Dickerson.
First item covered was our last Sat. event and it was very poor. Motion was made to cancel special event Sat. and just do our maps with coupons and feature special events at different times of the year.
Jim Anderson has shown us where he has some requests for our maps in newsletters for Forest View (by Ozello) and the Sugar Mill Women Aux. This is an additional 400 maps for later this month. We have approved some help for Jim to cover printing costs for this
Pam MacRae had some new suggestions to improve our coupon, Linda Strong will put those into effect.
Alicia Lowe brought up the discounts or specials, it was decided to leave this to leave this to each member as to what they want to do. Judy would like to suggest we try to get emails on these coupons as they redeem them so we can develop a mailing list for future events.
We gave the floor to Mike Provost and his golf cart issue. He updated us on his efforts. He has been to see Sheriff Dawsey and other commissioners. Suggestions to him were to seek out some points with the DOT. Perhaps to approach the issue for all walkers and bicyclists. We will support him as a group of businesses and concerned persons but feel he has more work to be ready for the presentation of his offer.
Capt. Mike requested payment for Ron Bujok (web planner) for $38.50 which will pay us for 1 yr. Some have not seen the web page. We would like an updated photo of Monkey Island. Any additional suggestions on the write up will be appriciated, please email them to Judy.
Alicia Lowe brought a different idea for OHVA members signage. Jim Anderson has only signs ordered at this time. He is trying to see if we can still get the lower price for at least 10. We want something that is uniform for all members with our logo and not a big price. We may need to check out other options. Any suggestions.
Mitch Simmons is manning a booth at Cooter Fest. He will have a banner for OHVA and maps to hand out for more exposure for us.
Judy Dickerson had information on a Wine Auction put on Sept. 19th by the Citrus Continuity Council. We have been asked to present a gift basket with something from each of us to make a "Day in Old Homosassa". Judy has put together a trip guide from each of us and will put the items together in a gift basket. Please let her know what you have to add to this, some have already given cruises and dinner coupons. She will need these by Tuesday so she can have this ready to go. Great advertising for us all.
Judy also reported on a recent meeting she attended with the CCBA about their "King of Wings" event for 2010. She is trying to have them hold this event in Old Homosassa at the Riverside Resort and MacRae's. Pam and Gator will be under construction and are still not sure if they will be able to co-host this event. Jim Anderson's field was also offered as an option. Parking at the school was discussed with Pam Macrae and she was not sure the insurance issue would permit. This is a great way to show our combined strength as OHVA working together for everyone's good. Judy attended antother meeting with Gail Oakes, Carrie Lawson and CCBA members to look over the proposed sites and options. It is on the table. Dates would be Feb. 6th to 20th, 2010. Some suggestions were made to seek more involvement in the Civic Club and see if we can pull together for the good of all in the community.
Sad news was given that we were loosing Mary Haufler of Hair by Mare. We are saddened with this news Mary. We hope you stay close. You are in our prayers and hearts.
We discussed what we can do to celebrate Ebony's 18th birthday. Ebony is a native born on Monkey Island and Judy asked all members to help recognize this celebration with balloons, banners or specials. Scott from Taz Dogs and Scoops will give $1.00 off banana splits, Riverside Gallery will have monky merchandise on sale and monkey bread. Mitch Simmons will include the celebration in our weekly ad to bring more intrest. Alicia Lowe will give free pontoon boat rides around Monkey Island from 12 to 4pm (tip for Capt. is appreciated but no bananas please).
Mitch would appreciate any ideas you all may have on our ads, contact him at msls1fan@yahoo.com.
Let me ask all of you a question.. What do you want OHVA to do for you?? As we continue on our search for more members and events for our area. Let's ask ourselves this question and bring our answers to the next meeting on Oct. 8th at 6pm.
"One secret in life is to make stepping stones out of stumbling blocks" .. Jack Penn
