HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-07-12 MinutesNewcastle BIA MINUTES July 12, 2018
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Attendance: Valentine Lovekin, Marni Lewis, Donna Wood, Janeen Calder, Theresa
Vanhaverbeke, Leslie Ray, Helen Vatandoust, Ann Harley, Lena Schmahl, Bonnie Wrightman,
Tanis Beno, Karthika, Tracey Yates
Regrets: Greg Lewis, Catherine Peterson
1. Attendance taken.
2. Meeting called to order at 9:00 a.m.
3. Approval of May Minutes:
* The "Christmas Tree Lighting" should be called the "Town Hall Lighting" in future
correspondence.
Motion to accept: Ann Harley Seconded: Janeen Calder
4. Business Arising from Minutes: n/a
5. Council Report - Wendy Partner N/A
6. President's Report:
The Canada Day celebration was communicated on such short notice between the BIA
and Municipality to ensure the insurance coverage was taken care of.
7. Treasurer's Report:
At the end of June the balance is $24,023. There are some checks from November
that have not been cashed, as of right now we will leave as stale dates.
8. Committee Reports:
Safety & Decor:
n/a
Advertising:
The most searched events on Facebook and our website were Canada Day, Concerts
in the Park, the Gift of Art's Art Show. People are using our website for information,
please make sure your page on the site is accurate and updated.
Special Events:
a) Harvest Festival - There are 26 vendors booked for this event. The Dog show is
booked. The deadline to let the BIA know if you are using your space in front of
your storefront is September 1st. Please confirm ASAP. If we do not hear from
you, we will be filling the space with vendors.
b) Canada Day - The event had approx. 250 people during the day, it was a very
hot day. Just under 3000 people turned out for the fireworks. It was a 22 minute
show, donated by John at RONA and Don's Autobody shop. Sticks & Tones
performed. Freezies were donated from Hee's Burgers (I might have that spelt
wrong?) on Taunton Rd ..... the Best freezies!! They had great responses from
the community and the Orono Times. The Newcastle Lion's club has said they
would like to take over the 2019 celebrations.
c) The Town Hall Lighting event needs a budget. There should be money available
in the west end money for lights. The committee is looking at hiring a
professional company to come and hang the lights on the hall. The theme is
"Starry Night". It is scheduled for Friday, November 16th, 6pm lighting. The
street closure is still in the works. They would like businesses to decorate their
storefronts. Any business that would like to stay open and offer a special
Christmas treat for customers to buy/make is welcome to do so.
D) Santa Breakfast - The event to booked and ready to go for Saturday, November
24th, from 8-11 am.
9. CBOT:
Summer is a quieter time at CBOT. There are networking nights coming up
please check there website for dates and times if you are interested in attending. If
you have any development questions within Clarington contact the office and they are
happy to answer any questions. Busters is separating into smaller rental units. If
anyone would like the CBOT monthly newsletter please email Bonnie at
bonnie@cbot.ca
10. Chamber News:
n/a
11. CIP:
The committee is looking for a new members. They have 1 hour quarterly
meeting. Contact Theresa is you are interested (theresa@syvan.com)
12. New Business:
Tanis is handing out Welcome Bags to her clients visiting Newcastle. She is
looking for any promotional material from local businesses to include in the bags. While her
clients are visiting Newcastle for fittings they are also looking for places to visit and eat. If you
are interested in including anything please contact Tanis at newcastle@tanisemmett.com
13. Next meeting, Thursday August 9th, 2018 @ 9:00am
14. Motion to adjourn meeting by Lena seconded by Leslie