President Damon Smith called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. at the Pomme de Terre Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Office.

The Agenda was approved as amended. Motion made by Vic Domzalski. Seconded by Gary Neely.

Minutes were read and approved as amended Motion made by Jim McCarty. Seconded by Vic Domzalski. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s report was presented by Gary Neely. Checking account balance of $15,830.44. Building Fund Balance or $5,279.45.30. Savings Account balance of $3962.45.

The Presidents Report was given by Damon Smith. He told the group in attendance that he has been unable to contact the company about the phone book covers so far, but will continue his efforts to get some information about this issue.

The Membership report was given by Gary Neely. He reported that membership renewals are slowly coming in. He has drafted a letter reminding the membership that advertising renewals are also due and donations are being accepted for the Fireworks Fund.

SPORTS SHOWS
Nothing to report at this time.

WEBSITE & IT
Gary read a report from Vince. The website is presently up to date with the exception of the minutes. The “Looking for Work” site was removed. There have been 15,333 visitors on the website so far this year, including 3713 visitors in April.

The ability to print or download the Chamber Membership form has been added to the website. The Scholarship winner is also on the site.

FALL FESTIVAL
No report at this time.

VACATION GUIDE
Ads for compilation of the 2012 vacation Guide are to come out in the newspaper.

PROMOTIONS
The date for the Dinner and music show with the Krazy Kats is scheduled for February 18 at the McCarty Senior Center.

Melissa asked Gary to remind the membership that volunteers are needed for the 50/50 raffle coming up soon at the Lucas Oil Speedway.

Possible future fund-raisers were discussed. Bill will get more information on possible costs. The drum ordered for drawings has arrived and is stored at the office.

50th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Jeannie McCubbin moved that the Chamber become the main sponsor to the 50th Anniversary Celebration of Pomme de Terre Dam. Nancy Sisson seconded the motion. After the discussion the motion passed. Motion made and passed to open a separate checking account for any funds received for this event. Damon appointed himself and Jeannie McCubbin as co-signers of checks for this account.

Jeannie moved to spend up to $1000 to help fund the 50th Anniversary Event. Vic seconded the motion. Motion passed after discussion.

KIDS FISHING DAY
Gary reported that donations are needed for this event.

SCHOLARSHIP
Nancy reported that this year’s scholarship winner is Justin Cody McLane from Wheatland. He is planning to attend Missouri University at Columbia and major in Marine Biology.

FIREWORKS OVER THE WATER
Jim reported that American Profile will include the event in their publication again this year. The letter to the State Fire Marshall for permission to hold the Fireworks will be sent soon. A copy of our insurance papers needs to be included in the letter. We need to contact schools for groups willing to work booths at the event. The Fly Over will not happen at this celebration as it is a federal holiday, but could occur for the 50th Anniversary Celebration. Branded has volunteered to play again this year.

OTHER
After a discussion it was decided by consensus not to add to this year’s Fireworks Display.

Visitors Larry and Diane Winegar from Lightnin Ridge Publishing spoke to the membership about the publication by Larry Dablemont and the possibility of bringing out a special addition about the Pomme de Terre Lake and the 50th Anniversary of the Dam. They were invited to the next committee meeting for the Anniversary Celebration.

The idea of Business of the Year was again discussed. A suggestion was made that we might consider featuring businesses on the website instead of the Award. Tabled for further consideration.

Motion to adjourn by Gary Neely. Second by Harold Dunning.

Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

Mabel Davis
Board Member / Secretary

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