tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22333248074411706432024-03-13T03:39:57.010-07:00Greentown MinutesGreentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.comBlogger135125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-73747206965730925952020-03-05T07:33:00.001-08:002020-03-05T07:33:18.197-08:00Board meeting minutes February 3, 2020
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Greentown Main
Street Association Minutes</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Monday, February
3, 2020
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<span style="font-size: small;">The Greentown Main Street Association (GMSA) met on
Monday, February 3, 2020 in the Century Villa Community Room.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Directors present: Regina Poe, Lisa Stout, Ronda
Eldridge, Rachel Jenkins, Ed Hannah, Mark Lantz, Garry Hill, Liesbet
Patrick, Renda Hurst.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Directors absent with regrets: Jolene Rule, Ron
Simpson, Katie Regan, Alisha Wilhelm,</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Members present: Greg Sumpter, Jenny Cole, Henry
Rodriquez, Robin Hainlen.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Visitors present: Josiah Schaefer, Traci Rife.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">President Regina Poe called the meeting to order at
6:32. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, those attending were asked
to introduce themselves and explain their association to GMSA.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Treasurer Lisa Stout presented the minutes at which
point, Regina Poe offered corrections. Renda Hurst moved to accept
the minutes as amended and Mark Lantz seconded. Motion approved.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">The Treasurer’s report was read. Mark moved to
accept the report and Ed Hannah seconded. Motion was approved.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Organization</b></u></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b> Membership – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Regina
encouraged seeking members whether they are business owners or just
interested in support. </span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b> Fundraising – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">GMSA
Board is looking for a chairperson and fund raising ideas.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b> Website – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Mark asked
that the website be included each time in subsequent agendas. He also
reported that Greg Sumpter is assisting in improving the GMSA website
asking that he be compensated for his time. Greg reported that he has
made corrections and improvements. Mark suggested that we have a
generic email reply address thereby relieving Lisa Stout from
receiving all of those replies to her personal account. Greg also
suggested that a Pay Pal account would make it possible for members
to readily pay their dues more efficiently. The cost would around
$75-$80 a year to GMSA. Regina asked if Mark would accept the
chairmanship of the Website efforts and he agreed. Lisa Stout moved
that the above issues be accepted. Liesbet Patrick seconded. Motion
approved. </span>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a><span style="font-size: small;"><b> Facebook Page – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">The
Board reviewed the Facebook link that is included on the website. </span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Design</b></u></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Katie Regan who wasn’t in attendance sent a report
to Jenny Cole who read the contents.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b> Revitalization Plan – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Katie,
with others, will be meeting with Steve Ray concerning the 22/35
upgrade.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b> Town Beautification – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Regina
introduced her idea for having workout stations along the Comet
Trail. With assistance from avid fitness walker, Traci Rife, it was
determined that there isn’t much available space along the trail,
but there is an open and unused area across from the north high
school parking lot that could be used. The area belongs to Eastern
Howard Schools, but Regina gained the blessing of Superintendent, Dr.
Keith Ritchey, to use that space. It would require obtaining grants
to fund the project. Liesbet Patrick suggested a star gazing area
would be nice. Regina commented that the construction of the solar
panels at the end of the trail have interfered with its aesthetics
and use. She understood that there was originally a larger plan and
would like to see it. Both Mark Lantz and Robin Hainlen believe that
they still have copies of the plan and will look for it. Mark
commented that the Town Council has abolished the formal Park Board,
but that efforts will continue under the directorship of the
Council</span><span style="font-size: small;"><b> .</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Murals & Signage – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Jenny
Cole reported that she has explored some companies who make Hometown
Hero Banners. She has visited both Wabash and Peru that already have
the banners stating that it is both striking and moving. Greg Sumpter
has also done some research into what it would entail concerning
hardware and cost from a couple of sources including Clifford Signs
as a local source. Clifford Signs was cost prohibitive. The banners
could cost around $75 each to be purchased by individuals and family
members, but could be reused for a while. The hardware is
significantly higher at around $140 per bracket with each banner
requiring two brackets. Greentown has approximately 200 poles that
could be used. Lisa Stout moved that Mark, with a committee of
others, work with the American Legion to further explore the options.
Gary Hill seconded. Motion passed. </span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b> Christmas Lights – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">No
report.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic Vitality</b></u></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Chairman Mark Lantz reported that some businesses are
beginning to make improvements and there are new businesses showing
interest in Greentown including a batting cage business. It is hoped
that the owner might consider a second-hand baseball shop to
accompany it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b> Business Directory –</b></span><span style="font-size: small;">
Regina is working on the directory. Half page ads are $75 and full
page ads are $150.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion</b></u></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Music at the Fountain – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Ed
Hannah is excited about new talent this year. The committee is
planning for its succession in the future.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community Rummage Sale – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Robin
Hainlen</span><span style="font-size: small;"><b> </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">reported that
the dates are ?.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Lt. Mike Andry Ride – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Gary
Hill reported that the next and final ride will be July 25.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community Garden – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Lisa
Stout reported that there are plots available.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Art Show – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Lisa Stout
said that the dates for the next art show are 8/8, 15, & 22.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Holiday Bazaar – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Regina
reported that Jodi Cecil is heading this committee which is primarily
just her. Regina hopes that she will get additional help this coming
year. The Bazaar is planned for November 14, 2020.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Farmer’s Market – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;">Regina
reported that the Market Master has resigned and GMSA is in search of
a new one.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Old Business – </b></u></span><span style="font-size: small;">Ed
Hannah extended the group’s condolences to Renda Hurst on the death
of her mother over the Christmas Holidays.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>New Business – </b></u></span><span style="font-size: small;">Regina
said that she was contacted by </span><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Kokomo Magazine</i></span><span style="font-size: small;">
who told her that their March issue will be about Greentown. Regina
urged members to submit related items to them before Wednesday, Feb.
5.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Rachel Jenkins had expressed interest in a Howard
County Transit Line connecting the far-reaching towns in Howard
County to Kokomo. Regina related a story about Russiaville receiving
a gift of a bus. After exploring the possibilities, it was determined
that it was much too complicated with bureaucratic and logistical
problems than one would imagine.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">The issue of healthy trees being cut near the Wildcat
along the trail revealed that they were being cut because of the
problems they cause with the sanitation plant nearby.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Mark Lantz moved that the meeting be adjourned. Lisa
Stout seconded the motion.</span><br />
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Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-10699853859796387282020-02-04T09:48:00.001-08:002020-02-04T09:48:11.321-08:00January 6, 2020 board meeting
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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Monday, January 6, 2020</div>
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The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday January 6,
2020 in the Century Villa Community Room.
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Those in attendance were: <br />
Directors present: Regina Poe, Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Alisha
Wilhelm, Ronda Eldridge, Rachel Jenkins Mark Lantz, Liesbet Patrick,
Katie Regan, Garry Hill and Ed Hannah.
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Directors absent with regrets: Jolene Rule , Ron Simpson, Renda
Hurst
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Members present: Jenny Cole, Mike Imbler, Jeff Lanning, Jennifer
Lanning, , Greg Sumpter, Robin Hainlen, Amanda Condon, Wayne
Sozansky,
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Visitors present: Debbie Crabtree, Eric Roemer
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At 5:30 PM President Regina Poe asked everyone to introduce
themselves.
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The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the
November 2019 meeting were presented. The minutes were approved as
sent.
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The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's reports</span>
for November and December were read. The reports were filed for
audit.
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The signature card at First Farmer's Bank & Trust was
discussed. It was moved that Regina Poe be added to the card and
Jolene Rule be taken off of the card. This would leave Lisa Stout and
Ronald D Simpson still on the card. This motion was made by Mark
Lantz and seconded by Liesbet Patrick. The motion was approved. <br />
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<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported as 31 paid memberships for 2020 and 1 exchange
membership. Membership forms are available if you have not paid your
2020 dues.
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<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. Most programs raise their own money for their
events, but there are some operating expenses that fundraising for
the general fund is needed. </span>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Updates
to the business directory will be made usually in February after most
of the membership dues are in.</span><b> </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page has 540 followers. This is a good way to advertise
any upcoming sales or events. </span><br />
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<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Katie
announced those on the Design Committee for 2020. They are Jolene
Rule – Trees and Street scapes, Rachel Jenkins – Historic
Character, Jenny Cole – Public places and spaces, Jim & Mary
Miller – Christmas Lights, Joyce Yager – Revitalization plan
projects. </span></div>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Revitalization
Plan -</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Permit for the Wildcat Creek bridge is approved.</span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>
</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">.
Phase II Environmental Site assessment to look for petroleum products
has been completed with no evidence found. Traffic signal plans were
revised and resubmitted for approval. Final right of way plans have
been submitted but this will take some time to complete. </span></span></span></span>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"> <span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Would like to add more lights or decorations for next year.
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> The
next business leaders meeting will be March 8. Anyone who is
interested in the town and would like to partner with other business
owners are invited to attend. What can we do to make someone stop in
Greentown? What can we do to make Greentown a destination town? The
new baseball park at Darrough Chapel is only 7 miles away. There are
some opportunities there. Greentown is a Veteran friendly town. One
idea for a meeting is What do our county officials do? </span></span></span>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Business
Directory – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe – chairman</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Regina
is working on the 2020 business directory. $75.00 for ½ page and
$150.00 for a full page ad.
</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– July 25 – Sept 12. They plan to stay downtown this year. <span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">.
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene reported that the committee has budgeted $500 for a
scholorship to an Eastern High School Senior for 2020.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">May
16</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
will be the Spring sale for 2020</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
July 25, 2020. The 2020 ride will be the last one. </span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– no report</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– The date has not been set probably three weekends in August.
</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– It would be nice to see more vendors in 2020 </span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– 50</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Anniversary of the Glass Museum will be June 13. There will be a
festival downtown and vendor applications have been sent out.
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
Lantz reported that the first Thursday in May is a turn around
breakfast that honors Middle school and High school students that
have made great efforts to turn their lives around and achive better
grades in school and a more positive attitude. There are sponsorship
opportunities that could be made to help two students from Eastern
school. </span></span><div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Regina adjorned the meeting 6;15 </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">PM.
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">The next meeting will be
Monday Feb. 3, 6:30 PM in the Century Villa Community Room</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">6:30 PM - The meeting
continued after a short break to discuss “ Great ideas, How do we
fund them?”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Subjects discussed</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> A banner over the street
telling about events in town that could be used year round.</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Christmas Lights –
would like to see more and build on what we have. Maybe partner with
the Lions Club to get their knowledge on light and decoration
purchases.</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> We need to look at other
Main Street Communities that have a main thoroughfare as a state
highway and see what they are doing as far as decorations.
</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Improvements could be
made to N. Meridian Street Alley/ Chinese Restarant wall. More social
spaces, Trail improvements and Veteran friendly signage.
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Alisha presented the
“Know You Why” video, and discussed working together as a
community
</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Haven Home Care
announced that they will be moving into the Napa building on Main
Street. They are glad to be in the community.
</span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Mark Lantz discussed the
New Community Calendar and how it can be a hub of information all in
one location. </span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Lisa reported that the
domain name for the website is up for renewal and that there are some
problems with the site itself.
</span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Greg Sumpter from the
American Legion presented some samples of Veteran friendly signs that
could be made if we allowed the Legion to take on this project. </span>
</div>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-59081803359368119622020-01-13T10:54:00.001-08:002020-01-13T10:54:30.635-08:00There was no board meeting in December 2019<br />
There was no Board meeting in December 2019Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-40717394445882815112020-01-13T10:53:00.003-08:002020-01-13T10:53:48.236-08:00November 4, 2019 board minutes
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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Monday, November 4, 2019
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday November 4,
2019 at Main Occasions catering for the Annual Meeting.
<br />
<br />
Those in attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Regina Poe, Ron
Simpson, Ronda Eldridge, Rachel Jenkins Mark Lantz, Liesbet Patrick,
Katie Regan and Ed Hannah.
<br />
<br />
Directors absent with regrets: Garry Hill
<br />
<br />
Members present: Jenny Cole, Joyce Yager, Mike Imbler, Mary
Miller, Jeff Lanning, Jennifer Lanning and Renda Hurst.<br />
<br />
Visitors present: Connie Hannah and Jean Simpson
<br />
<br />
At 7:00 PM President Jolene Rule asked everyone to introduce
themselves. Then she invited everyone to partake in the buffet
provided by Main Occasions Catering. At 8:00 PM Jolene Called the
meeting to order.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the
October 2019 meeting were presented. The minutes were approved as
sent.<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for September was read. The report was filed for audit. The budget
for 2020 was discussed Ron Simpson made a motion to accept the 2020
budget as presented, Katie Regan seconded and the motion passed. <br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported as 50 paid, 3 exchange and 2 free to end 2019.
The 2020 dues notices have been sent out. The question was asked”
What are some of the incentives to join Main Street,” Rachel
suggested that there be more discussion on what Main Street is all
about and the purpose of our Main Street Association. Jolene reminded
us that grant money can be obtained thru Main Street. Regina stated
that the January meeting will focus to bring more incite into the
purpose of Main Street.
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. Most programs raise their own money for their
events, but there are some operating expenses that fundraising for
the general fund is needed. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Updates
to the business directory will be made usually in February after most
of the membership dues are in.</span><b> </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page has 498 followers. This is a good way to advertise
any upcoming sales or events. </span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins , Jenny Cole<span style="font-style: normal;"> </span><br />
<br />
<div dir="LTR" id="Section1">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Revitalization
Plan - </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Since
INDOT will be replacing our Main Street we have been resigned to
doing smaller projects to keep the revilaization project alive. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Thank
you to Rachel Jenkins for finalizing the Historic Designation for
our commercial downtown district. This is on the Indiana National
Registry of Historic Places.</span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Thank
you to the town for watering the flowers this year. Thank you to
Jolene for chairing the Park Advisory Board and the Town
Beautifications committee. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">the
Wayfinding signs and the new mural have been improvements made this
year. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"> <span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mary
Miller reported that the lights are ready to hang. Thank you to the
Greentown Volunteer Fire Dept. for putting up and taking down the
lights and also thank you to Brad Howell for the use of a storage
unit at the Mini Storage on Payton St. This is a $420.00 donation
and is greatly appreciated. </span></span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
</div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that he sees Greentown as a fluid Community. One buisness
goes out and a new business goes in. There are over 30,000 vehicles
going thru town every day. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
has been in touch with a professor at IUK that speaks Chinese. They
have drafted a letter to the owners of the King Chef building.
Telling them that we want to partner with them to improve the outside
of their building to make it more appealing to the eye. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> He
also wants to make Greentown known as a Veteran friendly community.
He has talked to the Commander of the American Legion here in town
and have discussed putting up signs at the ends of town and working
with merchants to recognize their veteran customers. Other ideas are
stickers for the business owners windows and banners to honor
veterans. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Greentown
need to make a good first impression to visitors and possible new
home buyers. Jeff Lanning stated that Greentown could be a grand
place. There is a lot of opportunity here. Mary Miller stated that
flowers and plants make a big difference and that our excellent
school system brings people here. Mark said that Eastern School
system has a good reputation. Transfer kids make a difference and no
teachers were lost this year.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
is working on a community calendar that will combine School
activites, town and business events on one calendar. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
said in talking to people he has noticed that Kokomo people think
that Greentown is far away, but Greentown people have no problem with
going to Kokomo maybe several times a day and think nothing of it.
Jenny Cole said that clean restrooms are where people will stop. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> The
fairgrounds have 200 campsites with water and electricity. This
should be used more that just at fair week. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> There
are plans to but up a large Christmas tree where the fountain use to
be. <br />
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Business
Directory – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe – chairman</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Regina
reported that this was the first year for the business directory. She
hopes to improve on it for next year. In January she will move ahead
on a new one. She wants local businesses only.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> There
is a OCRA report that has to be filled out every year. This report
includes the businesses that have opened or closed and how many
employees each business has. This is a good thing to keep track of
thruout the year. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Ed Hannah reported that they spent more that they took in this
year but not by much. The committee met at Century Villa and they
have a good start on next year. The season will run from July 25 –
Sept 12. The location will depend on road construction on 22/35 (
Main Street) They will try to stay downtown if possible. Regina
reminded us that MATF survives on sponsorships. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene reported that the committee has budgeted $500 for a
scholorship to an Eastern High School Senior for 2020.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">May
16</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
will be the Spring sale for 2020</span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
This years event was successful. The 2020 ride will be the last one.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– There were two gardeners this last year, There will be plots
available for the 2020 growing season.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– This year there were 23 participants with 60 entries and we made
a profit of $40. Special thanks to Ronda Eldridge, Meridian Street
Christian Church and Winners Choice.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 9. 9 AM – 3 PM. at the fairgrounds
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker might not be able to chair this committee next
year she will know more later. Just a reminder that Main Street
members get a free space each Saturday.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
In need of a chairman. </span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– The nominating committee presented the names of Garry Hill, Mark
Lantz, Lisbet Patrick , Renda Hurst and Alisha Wilhelm to serve on
the Board for a three year term. They also presented the names of
Regina Poe for President, Alisha Wilhelm Vice President, Renda Hurst
Secretary and Lisa Stout Treasurer for a one year term. Jolene Rule
asked for nominations from the floor. There being none, Mary Miller
moved that the nominations be accepted as presented. Ronald Simpson
Seconded the motion and the motion passed. </span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
thanked all who have helped her the last 4 years that she has been
president. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Regina
made a presentation to Jolene to recognize her hard work and
dedication to Main Street with a lantern and gift cards from local
businesses.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> The
next meeting date and time was discussed. The meeting time will be
moved up to 6:30 PM we will not meet in December and the next meeting
will be at Century Villa in the Community Room on January 6, 2020. </span></span>
</div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene adjorned the meeting 9:18 </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">PM.
</span></span></div>
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Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-21005604021657201462019-11-15T10:29:00.004-08:002019-11-15T10:29:57.077-08:00October 7, 2019 main street board meeting
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, October7, 2019
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday October 7,
2019 at the City Building.
<br />
<br />
Those in attendance were: <br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Regina Poe, Ron
Simpson, Ronda Eldridge, Mark Lantz Liesbet Patrick, and Garry Hill.
<br />
<br />
Directors absent with regrets: Rachel Jenkins, Katie Regan and Ed
Hannah.
<br />
<br />
Members present: Jenny Cole, Floyd Krieg, Racheal Parker
<br />
<br />
President Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the
September 2019 meeting were presented. The minutes were approved as
sent.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for September was read. The report was filed for audit. <br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported as 50 paid, 3 exchange and 2 free. This included
the new membership from Floyd Krieg which will be for the year 2020.
Regina is working on a data base for membership.
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
board meeting minutes are posted each month on the website. Also send
your information for the calendar. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page has 485 followers. Keep sending her your event
information. It is another way to promote the town. </span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins , Jenny Cole<span style="font-style: normal;"> </span><br />
<br />
<div dir="LTR" id="Section1">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Revitalization
Plan - </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">22/35
update – the INDOT still working on approvals for the right of
ways. This will take more time. The storm water outlet at the bridge
has been approved. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Nothing
new to report</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
reported that the mural is up and she is getting a lot of good
feedback on this project. She will get the final report sent to the
Community Foundation for the grant. There is a surplus in the mural
fund of $1158.89. Jolene asked the board what do do with this money.
</span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div lang="en-US" style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Because
there could be maintenance repairs and other murals in the town,
Regina made a motion to move this money to the Town Beautification
fund and designate it for future murals. Liesbet seconded and the
motion passed. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"> <span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Many
projects were discussed. The King Chef building could use some
paint, a mural on Heartland Market west wall. The alley between
Larry Hinesley's building and the old broasted chicken building.</span></span></span></span><br />
<div lang="en-US" style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Garry
Hill suggested that people drive thru Plymouth Indiana to see what
they have done. </span></span>
</div>
<div lang="en-US" style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Jenny
Cole will work up a presentation on what could be accomplished in an
alley or smaller green space. </span></span>
</div>
<div lang="en-US" style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">It
was suggested that North Meridian Street needs some work. </span></span>
</div>
<div lang="en-US" style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Jolene
requested that the $100.00 that is budgeted for the President's
expences be used to send 4 Board Members to Pendelton Indiana to a
Main Street Exchange. Liesbet made the motion and Mark seconded to
pay for four board members to attend this meeting. The motion
passed.</span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">No
report
</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
</div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> The
business owner's meeting was held on September 30 with 15 in
attendance. Officer Skinner gave a program on weapon safety and the
open carry laws. Deb. Mumaw from the Military Foundation also spoke
to the group. This program was aimed at making Greentown a more
Veteran friendly town and suggested that staff be more sensitive to
Veterans. Also Mark would like us to partner with the American Legion
with banners or flyers or posters to promote our Veteran friendly
town. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> One
question we should be asking is What do visitors experience here in
Greentown. Are we putting our best foot forward to keep the Green in
Greentown? </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Garry
suggested a speed limit thru town of 25 mph would slow vehicles down
to see more as they pass thru.
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Business
Directory – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe – chairman</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Regina
will start collecting information for the next directory after the
first of the year.
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– The performances for 2019 are completed. There were 8
perfomances, with approx. 1857 people in attendance for the 8 weeks. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Another scholorship will be given in 2020 to help a young person
in their music career. The cake walk money is going towards the
scholorship.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">There
was no map for the Fall Rummage sale. Jolene posted 14 addresses on
the facebook page to promote this event. </span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
July , 2020 will be the last ride.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Garden clean up has started. </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 9. 9 AM – 3 PM. Jodi reported that the
event is full.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker reported that this was a slow year. 4-5 vendors
each week. Several repeat customers. There will be a new sign at the
road in the spring.</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
In need of a chairman.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Jolene thanked all those who donated to the mural. </span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Liesbet
asked about the window decals that we had talked about several months
ago. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">It
was discussed on how to get more students involved in Main Street
Projects, and publicize it more.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– The nominating committee presented the names of Garry Hill, Mark
Lantz, Lisbet Patrick , Renda Hurst and Alisha Wilhelm to serve on
the Board for a three year term. They also presented the names of
Regina Poe for President, Alisha Wilhelm Vice President, Renda Hurst
Secretary and Lisa Stout Treasurer for a one year term.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene adjorned the meeting 8:25 </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">PM.
</span></span></div>
</span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The next meeting will be
November 4, 2019, 7 PM at Main Occasions Catering.</span></div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-2549248967895407572019-10-09T09:33:00.005-07:002019-10-09T09:33:56.507-07:00Board meeting minutes Sept 9, 2019
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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Monday, September 9, 2019
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday September 9,
2019 at the City Building.
<br />
<br />
Those in attendance were: <br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Ron Simpson, Regina
Poe, Mark Lantz and Ed Hannah.
<br />
<br />
Directors absent with regrets: Ronda Eldridge, Rachel Jenkins,
Liesbet Patrick, Katie Regan and Garry Hill. <br />
<br />
President Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the August
2019 meeting were presented. The minutes were approved as sent.<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for August was read. The report was filed for audit. Mark Lantz asked
where the rest of the funding for the mural would come from. There
was discussion that sponsorships of $500.00 are being sold to
complete this project.
<br />
<u><b></b></u><br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported as 49 paid, 3 exchange and 2 free. Regina Poe
will take over a Membership Chairman. A new membership was received
from Bryant Saw Mill.
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">nothing
new to report</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page has 460 followers. Keep sending her your event
information. It is another way to promote the town. </span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <span style="font-style: normal;"> </span><br />
<br />
<div dir="LTR" id="Section1">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Revitalization
Plan - </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Nothing
new to report</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Nothing
new to report</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
reported Sept 27 & 28 will be the dates when the mural will be
installed. Sept 28 from 11 am – 1 PM pulled pork sandwiches, chips
and drink will be sold with a ribbon cutting 1:00 PM. Craig Trott
will sing the National Anthem. The Historical Society will be open
with a special exhibit that weekend. We will discuss next month what
to do with the money from the sandwich sales. Any money left over
from the donations collected for the mural will go into a designated
fund for future murals. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">No
report
</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
</div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> The
next business owner's meeting will be September 30 5:30 PM at Main
Occasions Catering. The plans are to highlight new members and
businesses.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Comet
Express is donating 2 cents from every gallon of gas sold to Eastern
High School projects. Heartland Market is getting a new awning soon
as they have applied to the town for a sign permit. Hometown
Restaurant is doing well. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Sept
10 will be the Historic Photos program 6:00 PM at Century Villa with
Craig Trott Collection and some of the Jenkins Collection. All are
invited to attend.
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Business
Directory – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe – chairman</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Regina
reported that there are still a few directories left if anyone wants
to distribute them. Lisa took some for her Class reunion this month.
Several have been passed out at the MATF programs. Shearer Printing
reported that they are proud of this directory and that Regina Poe is
great to work with.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Ed Hannah reported that they are winding down with one more
date. He gave kuddos to the Century Villa purple bus for showing up
and was happy with all the sponsorships they received. Ed said Thank
You to Mark Lantz for the tribute to the fire, first responders &
police departments</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Ed
expressed his concern that we are losing some of our older attendees
thru death and poor health. There was some discussion of how to get
younger people interested. We might need to change some of our
performers and not have the same ones each year. Possibly moving to
the fairgrounds where there is good parking and not the fear of
someone driving thru the crowd. Restrooms are not close to pioneer
village. These were all things to think about.
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Another scholorship will be given in 2020 to help a young person
in their music career. The cake walk money is going towards the
scholorship.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
fall sale will be Sept 14. There will not be a map this time. Jolene
suggested that if you are having a sale let her know and she will
post a list on the Main Street Facebook page. </span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
July , 2020 will be the last ride. </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Nothing new to report</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout gave the final report for 2019
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 9. 9 AM – 3 PM. Jodi reported that the
event is full.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– June – Sept. -corner of Green & Main. It is not growing.
There needs to be better signs during the week. </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
In need of a chairman.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Jolene reminded everyone that the annual meeting will be Monday
November 4 at Main Occasions Catering. </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Discussion was made about a possible paid position for a Director
of Promotions. </span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Mark
Lantz suggested that someone talk to the Principal at Eastern to find
the Junior and Senior students that are leaders and introduce them to
our Main Street Board. They have the energy and service desire. </span></span></div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene adjorned the meeting 9:20</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
PM. </span></span></div>
</span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The next meeting will be
October 7, 2019, 7 PM at the City Building</span></div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-61627531225940617592019-09-10T10:56:00.003-07:002019-09-10T10:56:26.949-07:00August 5, 2019 Main Street Board meeting
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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Monday, August 5, 2019
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday August 5, 2019
in the Town Council meeting room at the City Building.
<br />
<br />
Those in attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Ronda Eldridge, Rachel
Jenkins, Ron Simpson, Regina Poe,<br />
<br />
Liesbet Patrick, Mark Lantz, Katie Regan, Ed Hannah and Garry
Hill.
<br />
<br />
Members present: Robin Hainlen<br />
<br />
President Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the July
2019 meeting were presented. Garry Hill made a motion to accept the
minutes as written, Katie Regan seconded and the motion passed.
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<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for July was read. The report was filed for audit. <br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– No new members this month (47 paid, 3 exchange and 2 free. )
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">nothing
new to report</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page has 406 followers. Keep sending her your event
information. It is another way to promote the town. </span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <span style="font-style: normal;"> </span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Revitalization
Plan - </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Nothing
new to report</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Rachel
Jenkins reported that on August 13</span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
at the State Fair in the DNR building at 12:30 PM, Greentown will
receive a certificate verifying that Greentown has a downtown
historic district on the historic registery. She invited everyone to
attend. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Nothing
new to report</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
reported that some changes needed to be made to the streetscape and
other changes. The muralist is making the changes she requested.
Jolene explained why she chose an out of state Artist and said the
the opportunity is open to use a local artist in the future. Sept
27 & 28 will be the dates when the mural will be installed. A
ribbon cutting is planned for Sept 28 at 2:00 PM. The Historical
Society will be open with a special exhibit that weekend. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">No
report
</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
</div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that Lela Lou's is closing, the Marathon Station has changed
hands and will now be the Comet Express. The next Business Owner's
meeting will be Monday September 30 at Main Occassions Catering.
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Business
Directory – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe – chairman</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Regina
reported that the business directory sold 26 ads and traded three.
Next year they will focus on local activities and hope to make this
directory an annual handout. </span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Ed Hannah reported that they are up and running for 2019. Ed
thanked the sponsors who have made them close to being on budget. He
also asked that if you have an event he could put it on the program
if you get him the information. It was suggested that a food truck
might be fun to have at some of the events.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholarship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Another scholorship will be given in 2020 to help a young person
in their music career. The cake walk money is going towards the
scholarship.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
fall sale will be Sept 14. There will not be a map this time. Jolene
suggested that if you are having a sale let her know and she will
post a list on the Main Street Facebook page. </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Was July 20, 2019. Garry reported there were 113 bikes that rode
about 100 miles. 100% of the money raised will go to children's
charities and Veterans. He presented Main Street with a check for
$100.00. </span></span></span></span></span></div>
</span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Nothing new to report</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Aug 10, 17 & 24 at the Meridian Street Christian Church. 10
AM – 3 PM. 64 entries have been received. </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 9. 9 AM – 3 PM. Letters have been sent to
the previous vendors.</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– June – Sept. - Has started. Saturdays from 9 – 1, corner of
Green & Main</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
In need of a chairman. </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Regina suggested that we work on having one common calendar for all
Greentown events. </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Regina thanked Mark Lantz for keeping track of businesses that
open and close throughout the year. This helps when the year end
report is being prepared.</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
reported that the annual meeting will be Monday November 4 at Main
Occassions Catering. She appointed a nominating committee of Katie
Regan, Mark Lantz and Regina Poe. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Primary
care has a new Practitioner – Christina Berry</span></span></div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Ron
Simpson made a motion to close the meeting and Garry Hill seconded.
The motion passed and Jolene adjorned the meeting 8:10</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
PM. </span></span></div>
</span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Because of Labor Day
the next meeting will be September 9, 2019, 7 PM at the City Building</span></div>
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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Monday, July 1, 2019
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday July 1, 2019
in the Town Council meeting room at the City Building.
<br />
<br />
Those in attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Ronda Eldridge, Rachel
Jenkins, Regina Poe,<br />
<br />
Liesbet Patrick, Mark Lantz, Katie Regan, and Garry Hill.
<br />
<br />
Directors absent with regrets: Ron Simpson, Ed Hannah<br />
<br />
Members present: Jenny Cole
<br />
<br />
President Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the June
2019 meeting were presented. Liezbet Patrick made a motion to accept
the minutes as written, Katie Regan seconded and the motion passed.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for June was read. The report was filed for audit.
<br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported (47 paid, 3 exchange and 2 free. ) Haley's
Creations is a new farmer's market vendor. She is selling baked
goods.
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">nothing
new to report</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page has 365 followers. Keep sending her your event
information. It is another way to promote the town. </span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
</div>
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <span style="font-style: normal;"> </span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Revitalization
Plan - </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
June 4, 2019 INDOT meeting at Century Villa was well attended. Katie
felt that our concerns were listened to and we are more knowlegable
now of how things are going to happen for the 22/35 road
construction. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
reported that some ideas for the town are more murals, ½ moon
windows could be painted. The electirc box for the stoplight could
be painted. Several small projects could give the town a newer feel.
</span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
reported that the grant from the Community Foundation was approved.
The panels will be painted and brought to Greentown to be attached
to the wall. This is so that the panels could be removed if needed.
Sept 27 & 28 the panels will arrive and they should be finished
being installed by 2:00 PM on the 28</span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">.
A ribbon cutting is planned with a big celebration shared with the
Greentown Historical Society where we can recognize the Community
Foundation and others for their support to accomplish this project.
Funding is still short for this project. Liesbet Patrick made the
motion to move $1000.00 from the town beautification designated
funds to the mural fund. Regina Poe seconded and the motion passed.
Jolene plans to ask the Town Council for a donation. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">No
report
</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
</div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Mark
thanked everyone that came to the INDOT meeeting, Sept 30</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
will be the next business owners meeting. He suggested that we think
about having a presence at the fair next year. This would give us
more exposure to promote our events and businesses. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Business
Directory – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe – chairman</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Regina
reported that the business directory is done and ready to print.
Digital copies are available also. She expressed her thanks to
Shearer Printing for all their help. She said that distribution will
start with the Mike Andry ride, then Music at the Fountain and then
the Retirement Community. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Dates are July 25-Sept 12. Jolene said that the sponsorship
letters have been sent. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– no report</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
fall sale will be Sept 14</span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
July 20, 2019. Garry reported that everything is on schedule. All
activity will be at the fairgrounds this year where there will be
cover in case of rain. All are invited for the food, festivities and
auction. </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Nothing new to report
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Aug 10, 17 & 24 at the Meridian Street Christian Church. 10
AM – 3 PM forms are available for anyone interested.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 9. 9 AM – 3 PM. Letters have been sent to
the previous vendors.</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– June – Sept. - Has started. Saturdays from 9 – 1, corner of
Green & Main
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
In need of a chairman. There was some discussion on people that might
chair this event, also ideas on what activites there could be.</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– None</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Jolene
adjorned the meeting 8:05</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
PM. </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The next meeting will
be August 5, 2019, 7 PM at the City Building</span></div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-79548820369223745602019-07-12T07:07:00.002-07:002019-07-12T07:07:31.214-07:00Board meeting June 3, 2019
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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Monday, June 3, 2019
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday June 3, 2019
in the Town Council meeting room at the City Building.
<br />
<br />
Those in attendance were: <br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Ron Simpson, Ronda
Eldridge, Rachel Jenkins, Regina Poe, Liesbet Patrick, Mark Lantz, Katie Regan, Ed Hannah and Garry
Hill. <br />
<br />
Members present: Robin Hainlen<br />
<br />
Visitors present: Kaylee Stants and Steve Stants<br />
<br />
Before the meeting started Ed Hannah introduced Kaylee Stants. She
is the Music At The Fountain scholorship winner for 2019. The cake
walk money and donations fully funded this scholorship. Kaylee played
a number on her saxophone and told the crowd her plans for the
future. Ed invited her to come to the Music at the Fountain and play
again. Jolene Rule presented Kaylee with a check for $500.00.<br />
<br />
President Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:15 PM. <br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the May
2019 meeting were presented. The minutes were approved as written.<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for May was read. Ron Simpson made a motion to accept the report and
Katie Regan seconded. The motion passsed and the report was filed for
audit. <br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported (47 paid, 3 exchange and 1 free. )
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lisa
reported that all the correct information for 2019 has been posted on
the website. A check has been sent to the webmaster for the 2019
updates. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page has 333 followers. Keep sending her your event
information. It is another way to promote the town. She will post
about the Tuesday INDOT meeting. </span><br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"></span><br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <span style="font-style: normal;"> </span><br />
<br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Revitalization
Plan - </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Katie
said our goal is to “Keep the Spirit Alive” while the town is
torn up and until that begins there are things we can do to keep
positive. She has been enthusiastic about some Main Street workshops
she has attended. Katie reminded everyone about the open house
meeting set for June 4, 2019 at Century Villa from 3 -6 PM to allow
residents and business owners to talk to INDOT and see first hand
the plans for the street construction. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
reported that flowers were planted May 11. There was discussion
about the old fountain area and the projected plans for that area. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
turned in a grant application to the Community Foundation to help
pay for the interurban mural. There are plans to put this mural on
panels so that if the building is every sold or demolished then the
panels can be moved to another location. The Grant is for $7000.00
and it should be known if we get it or not by the third week in
June. If we get it then we will do the mural. If we do not get the
grant then we will have to raise the funds some other way.</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">No
report</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that he is geared up for the Tuesday meeting and hopes
everyone attends. He wants to be sure the State gets the message that
we want the least inconvienience as possible to our town. The next
business owners meeting will be in the fall. The town lost the
Family Dollar but this would be a good building for someone to start
a business. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
reported that there was an eagle scout project on the trail and they
did a ribbon cutting.</span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Business
Directory – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe – chairman</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> 29
ads have been sold, not all have been paid for yet. Bruce Shrock
took over 250 pictures. Two businesses took advantage of the offer by
Shearer Printing to help design their ad. Regina has a list of 80
legitimate businesses for the directory. The Printer has everything
ready to print. Regina said she would send invoices to those who
have still not paid for their ad, and revenue received form this
directory will be up for discussion at the next meeting. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Garry
Hill commented that the small park by the soft ball diamond was once
called the Howard County Nature Study Area. It now has a new sign
that calls it the Comet Trail Park.
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Dates are July 25-Sept 12. Ed Hannah said all is ready to go
for the 14</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
year. Shearers Printing has the program flyers information. An ad has
been paid for the Kokomo Park Band Program again this year. Rick
Allen King will honor the Police and Fire Dept during his program.
The sponsorship letters will be sent out soon. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene reported that Kaylee Stants was our scholorship recipient.
She thanked Kaylee for being there and performing for us and wished
her well in her future musical studies.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Robin
Hainlen turned in a check for $90.00 as profit from the rummage sale
map. The fall sale will be Sept 14</span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b></b></span></span></span></span> </span></span></span></div>
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
July 20, 2019. Garry reported that everything is on schedule.
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– The Fire Dept will fill up the water tank at the garden.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Aug 10, 17 & 24 at the Meridian Street Christian Church. 10
AM – 3 PM forms are available for anyone interested.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– June – Sept. - Has started. Saturdays from 9 – 1, corner of
Green & Main
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
In need of a chairman.</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Ed reported that the “Greentown Grapevine” last issue will be
in June. He expressed his thanks to Rachel Jenkins for starting the
paper several years ago and for giving the school the opportunity to
continue it. It will be sadly missed. Rachel stated” If you want to
know about your community work on a local newspaper” </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Katie
reported that the waste water treatment plant has the fountain and
the glass dolphin was donated, along with the mold, to the Glass
Museum.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">It
was mentioned that the Sheridan building was purchased by Ryan Oman
at a sherriff sale. It is a brownfield.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Main
Occassions usually have leftovers after an event. Who could use them
without taking them to Kokomo? </span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Jolene
adjorned the meeting 8:15</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
PM. </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The next meeting will
be July 1, 2019, 7 PM at the City Building</span></div>
</div>
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, May 6, 2019
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday May 6, 2019 in
the Town Council meeting room at the City Building.
<br />
<br />
Those in attendance were: <br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Ron Simpson, Ronda
Eldridge, Regina Poe and Garry Hill.
<br />
<br />
Directors Absent with regrets: Liesbet Patrick, Katie Regan,
Rachel Jenkins, Mark Lantz and Ed Hannah<br />
<br />
President Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. <br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the April
2019 meeting were presented. The minutes were approved as written.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for April was read. The report was filed for audit.
<br />
<br />
The taxes have been filed with BCR accounting<br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported (45 paid, 3 exchange and 1 free. )
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lisa
reported that she renewed the domain name for 3 years. Also the
website business directory and the 2019 board membership list has
been updated. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page has 305 followers. Keep sending her your event
information. It is another way to promote the town, A comment was
made that followers like to see pictures of the town, especially our
out of town followers. </span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <span style="font-style: normal;"> </span><br />
<br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Revitalization
Plan - </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
recognized Katie Regan for her continued effort to keep in touch
with INDOT on our street project. There has been an open house
meeting set for June 4, 2019 at Century Villa from 3 -6 PM to allow
residents and business owners to talk to INDOT and see first hand
the plans for the street construction. Letters will be mailed or
hand delivered to effected property owners.</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
reported that flowers will be planted May 11 starting at 9 AM. All
are welcome to help plant. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
Wayfinding sign ribbon cutting will be May 15 at 1:00 PM with snacks
afterwards at Main Occassions Catering. All are welcome to attend. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
is planning to apply for a Community Foundation grant to help cover
the cost of the mural. The artist will need a place to stay and
scaffolding and a scissor lift to paint over a 4 day period. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">No
report</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
</div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> It
was reported that there was a ribbon cutting at the new Dirt &
Turf on W. Main. Garry Hill stated that the street signs for Dirt &
Turf have been put on hold until the new street is completed so they
know where to put them. </span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Business
Directory – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe – chairman</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> 27
ads have been sold, not all have been paid for yet. This makes up to
30 pages possible. The school will get a 2 page spread. Bruce Shrock
will take pictures. June 1</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">st</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
is the deadline to get it to the printer. Thanks to all who have sent
in copy for this directory.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– The 2019 schedule has been set. Dates are July 25-Sept 12. Ed
Hannah received permission to block off the street and he also
recived permission from the school to use the Performing Arts Center
as a rain location. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene reported that They should find out soon if any student
applied for the MATF scholorship. On May 30</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Ed and his wife Connie will make the check presentation. </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Robin
Hainlen. The May 18 map will be available on May 14</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">.
</span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b></b></span></span></span></span> </span></span></span></div>
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
July 20, 2019. Garry reported that everything is on schedule. There
is a fundraiser at Hacienda in Kokomo on May 16 and 20% of sales will
go to the ride. Get your coupon online from the Main Street Facebook
page or Garry can send you one. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– New dirt has been purchased for the garden. </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Aug 10, 17 & 24 at the Meridian Street Christian Church. 10
AM – 3 PM</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– June – Sept. - Has received permission from the school to use
the parking lot at Green & Main. Might have to find a new
location in 2020 because of construction.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
In need of a chairman.</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Garry Hill reported that in the “Outdoor Indiana” magazine
every issue has a Hoosier Profile article. In the May 2019 issue
Garry is in an article called “Widlcat Gardens and paddling thru”.
He mentioned that from roads 213 to the reservoir there are 5 canoe
public access site canoe put ins. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Jolene
adjorned the meeting 7:45</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
PM. </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The next meeting will
be June 3, 2019, 7 PM at the City Building</span></div>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-62323079925610500662019-05-17T06:43:00.004-07:002019-05-17T06:43:36.091-07:00April 1, 2019 Main Street Board meeting minutes
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<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, April 1, 2019
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday April 1, 2019
in the Town Council meeting room at the City Building.
<br />
<br />
Those in attendance were: <br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Katie Regan, Ron
Simpson, Regina Poe. Mark Lantz and Garry Hill. <br />
Directors Absent with regrets: Liesbet Patrick, Ronda Eldridge,
Rachel Jenkins and Ed Hannah<br />
<br />
Guests present : Jenny Cole<br />
<br />
President Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the March
2019 meeting were presented. One correction – Under facebook.
Change the over 300 followers to almost 300 followers. Ron Simpson
made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected and Mark Lantz
seconded. The motion passed.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for March was read. The report was filed for audit.
<br />
<br />
The Treasurer reported that the entity report has been filed and
the check to the Fire Department has been sent. <br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported (45 paid, 3 exchange and 1 free. )
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lisa
asked for those with events to send them to her so she can add them
to the community calendar. She also said that the changes will be
sent for the business directory and membership list on the website
this next month. The membership banner for the post office has been
ordered. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page is doing great. Keep sending her your event
information. It is another way to promote the town.</span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <span style="font-style: normal;"> </span><br />
<br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Revitalization
Plan - </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Katie
reported</span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>
</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">that
she has received good reports on the Business owners meeting and
thanked Mark Lantz for organizing that meeting. She said INDOT is
working on stage II plans of our Main Street Construction and they
are working on Maintenance of traffic plans. There still needs to
be a meeting with INDOT and the Main Street Business owners which
should be scheduled in May when they have more to report. There
were two options for closing Main Street for construction . 1. Close
all of Main Street 2. Close only sections of Main Street at one
time. (4 sections).</span></span></span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">A
stoplight at Main and Harrison might still happen. (For school
traffic. )</span></span></div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
mentioned that she still would like to see the ugly wooden light
poles off of Main Street and replaced with decorative light poles. </span></span>
</div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
suggested that INDOT might coordinate their meeting with the next
Business Owners meeting in June. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
reported that she will order flowers from Heartland Market for the
planters, and Adopt A Spots around town. Plans have been made for
Saturday May 11 to plant and clean up the various areas around town.
Some artificial plants have been placed in the stoplight planters by
an anonymous donor. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
Wayfinding signs are completed. All that needs to be done to
complete our grant obligations is to have a Recognition Ribbon
Cutting. This could be in early May. All of the public is invited.
Will invite the press and local dignitaries. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Everything
is ready to paint a mural on the Main Occasions wall except for the
money. We need $10,000 for this. We have an artist willing to do it
in September if the funds are available. The design is an Interurban
car 10' x 30'. There was discussion as to who would own the mural.
Garry Hill reported that according to the town ordinances that any
owner of any building owns everything on that building. If the
building was sold the new owner would own it. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
–</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
Christmas lights have been taken down and stored for next year. A
check has been sent to the Fire Department of doing this for us. </span></span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
</div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> March
25</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
was the business owners meeting. 16 people attended. There are new
people attending each meeting. A lot of networking is going on. We
all share a commonality the Greentown Business owners have an
interest in their town. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Because
Main Occasions has not charged us for the last several meetings, Mark
made a motion that we pay for a half page ad in the new business
directory that Regina is putting together. Garry seconded it and the
motion passed.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that Family Dollar is closing. He said there are people
looking for commercial property and this would be a good building.
There was discussion on Boutiques and how they are popular and
drawing people in. We need to think more “outside the box “. </span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Business
Directory – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe – chairman</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> The
business directory needs 22 businesses @ $75.00 ad space to pay for
it. Regina has secured a photographer to take pictures of Greentown
to honor the theme “ A good place to work, live and play.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">It
was mentioned that Craig Trott might have some good pictures that
could be used.
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– The 2019 schedule has been set. Dates are July 25-Sept 12.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene reported that scholorship(s) of $500.00 will be given to
an Eastern High School senior who plans to pursue a career in the
Arts.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Robin
Hainlen. May 18 & Sept 14 have been set for the Rummage Sales. A
map will be made if there is enough interest in it. </span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
July 20, 2019.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Applications are available for plots in the garden for the 2019
season. </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Aug 10, 17 & 24 at the Meridian Street Christian Church. </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– June – Sept.</span></span></span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">It
was suggested an afternoon/evening day thru the week might work well
for those that work on Saturdays. </span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
In need of a chairman.</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Discussion on the Greentown Glass Festival and starting it again.
The problem has always been a chairman. The NGGA is planning
something for their anniversary. Reed Kaiser's name was mentioned
that he might be interested. It was suggested to contact Robin
Hainlen. Garry Hill mentioned that he use to have canoe rides and
races during that time. </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Jolene
adjorned the meeting </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">8:20
PM. </span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The next meeting will
be May 6, 2019, 7 PM at the City Building</span></div>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-8735792168614342722019-04-02T09:53:00.003-07:002019-04-11T10:19:19.267-07:00March 4,2019 Main Street Board meeting<br />
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 132;">
Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 132;">
Monday, March 4, 2019</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday March 4, 2019
in the Town Council meeting room at the City Building. (It was 8
degrees outside. )
<br />
<br />
Those in attendance were: <br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Ronda Eldridge, Rachel
Jenkins, Katie Regan, Ron Simpson, Ed Hannah and Regina Poe.<br />
<br />
Directors Absent with regrets: Mark Lantz, Garry Hill, Liesbet
Patrick
<br />
<br />
Guests present : Floyd Krieg, John McCarthy, Jenny Cole, Zack
Houghton<br />
<br />
President Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the
February 2019 meeting were presented. Ron Simpson made a motion to
approve the minutes and Regina Poe seconded. The motion passed<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for February was read. The reports were filed for audit.<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported (36 paid, 2 exchange and 1 free. ) A list of
those paid was made available. A letter to those delinquent has been
sent.
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lisa
asked for those with events to send them to her so she can add them
to the community calendar.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page is doing well with almost 300 followers. Keep sending her
your event information. It is another way to promote the town.</span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <span style="font-style: normal;"> </span><br />
<br />
<div dir="LTR" id="Section1">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Revitalization
Plan - </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Katie
reported that 1/3 of the work has been completed towards replacement
of 22/35 per the meeting with INDOT on Feburary 20. This meeting
was to get people with properties impacted to get permission to do
the work. Katie learned that there are some things that we requested
that will not be done. The street from the bridge to Hamer street
will just be resurfaced. She said that if any bricks or evidence of
the Interurban are found that they will be saved. Also a lot of this
project will be pieced out to the highest bidder. Katie is still
interested in looking at their budget for this road project to see
where the money is going. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> It
was discussed at the February meeting with INDOT that the Green
Hills area is eligible to be on the Historic Registry as a Historic
District Community. </span></span>
</div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Indot
say there will be no signals at Harrison & Main or at SR 213 &
Main. There is not enough traffic. They also indicated that there
would be an informational public meeting at some point. The town
will send the clean storm water out to the reservouir. It was asked
about all new sidewalks. The answer was yes to the downtown
sidewalks but not all sidewalks down main street will be replaced.
Also there will be no bump outs. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
reported that she will order flowers from Heartland Market for the
planters, and Adopt A Spots around town. She reported that one
planter downtown is holding water and will talk to Mike Maulk about
it. Around Mother's Day will be the clean up and planting of new
flowers. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
second half of the grant has been received and a final check has
been sent to Clifford sign. There are old signs behind the new signs
and the town has agreed to remove these old signs. We will have an
opening ceremony for these signs as soon as it gets warmer. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
reported that she has been in contact with a muralist in Illinois.
“Wall Dogs”. They travel all over the world and are willing to
come to Greentown and put an interurban mural on the Main Occassions
west wall if we can raise the money. $10,000 is needed. They could
do it in September or next Spring. It has been reported that there
are original rails from the Interurban track that ran thru
Greentown. These could be displayed somehow underneath the mural. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– No report</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> March
25</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
will be the next Business owner's meeting at Main Occassions
Catering. </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Ed Hannah reported that the 2019 schedule has been tentatively
set.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene reported that scholorship(s) of $500.00 will be given to
an Eastern High School senior who plans to pursue a career in the
Arts.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Robin
Hainlen. May 18 & Sept 14 have been set for the Rummage Sales. A
map will be made if there is enough interest in it. </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
July 20, 2019. </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Applications are available for plots in the garden for the 2019
season. </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Aug 10, 17 & 24 at the Meridian Street Christian Church. </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -no report</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– No report </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Drew Reed has resigned from the board and is not able to chair this
event at this time. If this event is going to continue it needs a
Chairman</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Community Directory – Regina reported that 1000 copies of a 20
page directory will cost $1325.00. She discussed selling ½ page ads
to cover the cost. The mission of this directory would be to let
others know that Greentown is still open for business during the
33/35 construction. Some discussion was made on where to distribute
these directories. Katie Regan made a motion to allow Regina Poe to
continue to pursue this directory. It was seconded by Jenny Cole and
the motion was approved.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Floyd Krieg reported that there has been a lot of use at the
boat ramp west of town, He takes care of it. It is American Water
property and the town mows the area. Main Street has offered to help
him if he needs anything to keep the area user friendly. </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Ron
Simpson made the motion to adjorn and the meeting was closed at </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
8:35 PM. </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The next meeting will
be April 1, 2019, 7 PM at the City Building</span></div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-4452872668248579902019-02-15T08:44:00.001-08:002019-02-15T08:44:03.140-08:00No Main Street Board meetings in Dec 2018 and Jan 2019Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-20805466754831250452019-02-15T08:41:00.003-08:002019-02-15T08:41:26.871-08:00Main Street Board meeting Nov. 5, 2018
<br />
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 132;">
Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 132;">
Monday, November 5, 2018</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday November 5,
2018 at Main Occasions Catering for the Annual Meeting. Those in
attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Garry Hill, Mark
Lantz, Liesbet Patrick, Ronda Eldridge, Rachel Jenkins and Katie
Regan. <br />
Directors Absent with regrets: Drew Reed, Ron Simpson
<br />
<br />
Guests present : Jim Miller, Mary Miller, Renda Hurst, Regina Poe,
Brad Miller, Jodi Miller, Scott Deyoe, Robin Hainlen, Joyce Yager,
Rita Hill, Zachary Houghton, Theresa Houghton, Diana McCarthy and
John McCarthy.
<br />
<br />
Jolene Rule invited all in attendance to fill their plates at the
buffet offered by Main Occasions Catering. She then called the
meeting to order.
<br />
<br />
Jolene introduce the guests present and thanked Scott Deyoe and
Mark Lantz from the Town Council for their support this last year.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">minutes</span> of the
September 2018 meeting were presented. Mark Lantz made a motion to
approve the minutes and Katie Regan seconded. The motion passed.
<br />
<br />
The <span style="font-weight: normal;">Treasurer's report</span>
for October was read. Liesbet Patrick moved they be filed for audit
and Katie Regan seconded the motion. The motion passed.<br />
<br />
The Treasurer presented the 2019 budget. Katie Regan made a
motion to accept the budget and Liesbet Patrick seconded the motion.
The motion passed.
<br />
<br />
Mark Lantz, chairman of the Nominating Committee, read two
proposals to change the Greentown Main Street by-laws for their
second reading. These changes are needed in order to give the board
more flexibility and to give a vice president more experience to step
into the president position.
<br />
<br />
The changes are as follows:
<br />
<br />
Page 5, Article V, Section 4.<br />
Current:<br />
Section 4 Terms of office:<br />
<br />
The terms of office for the President, Secretary/Treasurer will
be one year with a maximum term of three consecutive years.<br />
<br />
Change to:<br />
Section 4 Terms of office:<br />
<br />
The terms of office for the President, Vice President,
Secretary/Treasurer will be one year with a maximum term of three
consecutive years or until their successors are elected. If after
not holding a particular office for one year a person may be elected
to hold that office again.
<br />
<br />
A Vice President position could be available if needed.<br />
<br />
To add the option of Vice President to our list of officers we
would need to add this to the By-Laws under Article V, page 6<br />
Section 6 The Vice President
<br />
<br />
The Vice President shall, in the event of the absence or
inability of the President to continue his(her) office, shall become
acting president of the organization with all rights, privileges and
powers as if he(she) had been duly elected.
<br />
<br />
Liesbet Patrick made a motion to change the by laws to add the
Vice President position back into the by-Laws. Ronda Eldridge
seconded and the motion was approved
<br />
<br />
Garry Hill made the motion to change the terms of office in the
by-laws to reflect the proposed changes. Mark Lantz seconded this
motion and the motion was passed.
<br />
<br />
Mark Lantz presented the slate of nominees for members of the
2019 Board. This would be a three year term. Those Board members up
for re-election are Ronda Eldridge, Ronald D. Simpson, Lisa Stout and
Rachel Jenkins. Also nominated were Regina Poe and Ed Hannah. Jolene
Rule asked for nominations from the floor. After receiving no other
nominations Liesbet Patrick made the motion to accept these
nominations and John McCarthy seconded. The motion was approved and
all were elected.
<br />
<br />
Mark then presented the list of Officers for 2019. President –
Jolene Rule, Vice President – Regina Poe, and Sec/Treas – Lisa
Stout. Katie Regan seconded the motion and the offices were elected
for 2019. <br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– It was reported that we ended 2018 with 56 members. (46 paid, 1
exchange and 9 free. ) Lisa said that her goal in the past has been
50 members and this year we achived that goal. She has set the goal
for 2019 at 55.
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lisa
reported that she continues to get phone call questions and feels
that the website is working for us. She will update the membership
and directory pages when the membership renewals are in during
February.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page is doing well with over 200 followers. Keep sending her
your event information.</span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Drew Reed, Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <br />
<br />
<div dir="LTR" id="Section1">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b> Revitalization Plan </b></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Katie
reminded everyone that the revitalization plan of Sept 2017 has been
approved, and parts of the 1998 plan were incorporated into it. We
should not let the plan be forgotten and there are things we can do
with little or no money to accomplish some of these plans. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">The
22/35 project will be a trying time for all but it will be worth it.
Things are on track for the beginning construction in 2020. We want
to keep our downtown businesses open during this time Billboards and
social media will play a large part in this. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Town
Beautification – </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene
Rule reported that the flowers on the corners had been donated by
Heartland Market this year and that the town employees watered them.
She thanked those who helped to plant and water the plants and for
helping to make the town look nice. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Main
Occassions is still planning a mural on the west side of their
building. They are still considering designs and artists to do the
work with possible grants to help with the cost.</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Wayfinding
Signs</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">-
A letter was received from Clifford Sign that our signs should be
completly done and installed by Thanksgiving weather permitting.
The grant we received for this project is a matching grant and we
are still less than $500 short. Thank you to those who have donated
so far. ( The Town of Greentown, Howard County, Bridge of Life,
Greentown Main Street, Greentown Glass Museum, National Greentown
Glass Association, Greentown Lions Club, Jim & Mary Miller,
Research Club.)</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Historic
Designation </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
- Rachel Jenkins. </span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> The
final steps were completed this year to put our downtown area on the
National Historic Register. On Tuesday Nov 13 at the History Center
there will be a meeting for business owners to learn how they can
apply to make inprovements on their buildings and see what is
available. All are welcome. </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> </b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– Jim Miller reported that the Christmas lights are ready to hang
whenever the Fire Department can do it. </span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Joyce Yager asked to be added
to the Design Committee.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that it has been an active year. As Main Street partners
with the Town Council and businesses & orgainzations to all work
together. “Folks will benefit from what we are doing. “</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The
Quarterly Business Persons Meetings have been productive. Round table
talks about what is on their minds. First impressions was one topic
and what the school can offer the town was another.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">There
are over 50 known businesses in Greentown.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This
Year: Century Villa & Centry Fields receivd new owners, Blondies
Cookies is expanding to Castleton. There is interest on the land
south of Casey's on 213. A New medical clinic plans to open at Centry
Villa. Greentown Flooring and Main Occassions redid the facades of
their buildings.Brad Howell Ford is moving out on Nov. 19 and Dirt
and Turf plan to fill that building. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">There
is a lot of energy in this town and we need to continue to keep it
moving. We are still in the development stages of our revitalization
Plan and it will pay off in the long run. </span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Ed Hannah sent in a report that we started with $6951.85 and
after income and expenses ended the season with $7100.35. MATF paid
$500.00 toward the Main Street Insurance. There is still some cake
walk money that has not been turned in.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– As long as there is money available the scholorship will
continue.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Rummage sale – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Robin
Hainlen. Will consider a map for next year. </span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Rita
Hill reported that this years ride was a wash out but still made over
$12,000 for charities. 30 motorcycle riders rode in the rain. Thank
yous were given to those who donated to the auction and to the event.
Next years ride will be July 20, 2019.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Three gardeners this year. Will try it again next year if there
is any interest.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– 53 entries this year. Was a good show. Thank you to Meridian
Street Christian Church for allowing us to have the show there. Will
receive a Walmart Grant of $250.00 for Ronda Eldridge's participation
in organizing and set up.</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 10, 2018 at the fairgrounds. 9 AM – 3 PM
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– It was a small market this year but we had excellent vendors.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Even though this event was cancelled in 2018 Drew Reed is still
planning to have it in 2019.</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene gave special recognition to Lisa Stout for her help this
year, Katie Regan for all her work with INDOT, Mark Lantz for
bringing owr downtown businesses to life, Ron Simpson for his
knowledge of Robert's Rules of Order. To Rachel Jenkins and her work
with the Historical designation, To Jim and Mary Miller for getting
the new Christmas Lights, to Amy & Russell at Main Occassions for
the excellent food, to all board members and to all the Chairmen of
each committee.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Comments – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Joyce Yager thanked Main Street for their partnership with the
Greentown Historical Society in applying to host a Smithsonian
Exhibit and establish a permanent exhibit of WWII and forward. The
Grant was submitted with thank yous to Jolene Rule and Mike Imbler
Lion's Club president who sent in letters of recommendation. The
Historical Society is working on a permanent bank exhibit and are in
need of a teller's cage. </span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Renda
Hurst said that in light of the news lately we should encourage
everyone to be the spirit of inclusion to everyone around us. In her
44 years here she has never experience racisim in Greentown.</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Scott
Deyoe commented that things are happening in downtown Greentown. The
more events we have downtown the better. We need businesses in town
so that we do not have to go to Kokomo to meet our needs. The
Greentown Glass Festival is in talks of returning for the 2020
anniversary of the opening of the Glass Museum. Our Fairgrounds are
our biggest asset. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Garry
Hill said that kayak races were held during the Glass Festivals and
would like to see that happen again.</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Robin
Hainlen confirmed that the Glass Museum is working on their 50</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
year celebration.</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
asked that if there was any objections to not having a board meeting
in December and January. Liesbet made a motion to not have meetings
in December and January. Katie seconded and the motion passed.</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Jolene
drew numbers for door prizes and w</span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">ith
no other business the meeting was adjourned at 8:34 PM. </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The next meeting will
be February 4, 2019, 7 PM at the City Building</span></div>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-52155982211216637152018-11-06T10:35:00.003-08:002018-11-06T10:36:30.412-08:00October 2018 Main Street board minutes<br />
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, October 1, 2018
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday October 1,
2018 at the Greentown City Building Town Council room. Those in
attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Ron Simpson, Garry
Hill, Mark Lantz, Liesbet Patrick, Ronda Eldridge,Rachel Jenkins and
Katie Regan. <br />
<br />
Directors Absent with regrets: Drew Reed
<br />
<br />
Guests present : Zachary Houghton and Mike Imbler
<br />
<br />
Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
Mark Lantz chairman of the Nominating Committee presented the
slate of nominees for members of the 2019 Board. This would be a
three year term. Those board members up for re-election are Ronda
Eldridge, Ronald D. Simpson, Lisa Stout and Rachel Jenkins. Also
nominated were Regina Poe and Ed Hannah.
<br />
<br />
Mark read two proposals to change the Greentown Main Street
by-laws. These changes are needed in order to give the board more
flexibility and to give a vice president more experience to step into
the president position. After some discussion the proposals passed
the first reading. The second reading and vote on these changes will
be on November 5.
<br />
<br />
The changes are as follows:
<br />
<br />
Page 5, Article V, Section 4.<br />
Current:<br />
Section 4 Terms of office:<br />
<br />
The terms of office for the President, Secretary/Treasurer will
be one year with a maximum term of three consecutive years.<br />
<br />
Change to:<br />
Section 4 Terms of office:<br />
<br />
The terms of office for the President, Vice President,
Secretary/Treasurer will be one year with a maximum term of three
consecutive years or until their successors are elected. If after
not holding a particular office for one year a person may be elected
to hold that office again.
<br />
<br />
A Vice President position could be available if needed.<br />
<br />
To add the option of Vice President to our list of officers we
would need to add this to the By-Laws under Article V, page 6
<br />
<br />
Section 6 The Vice President
<br />
<br />
The Vice President shall, in the event of the absence or
inability of the President to continue his(her) office, shall become
acting president of the organization with all rights, privileges and
powers as if he(she) had been duly elected.
<br />
<br />
The <b>minutes</b> of the August 2018 meeting were approved as
printed.
<br />
<br />
The <b>Treasurer's report</b> for August and September were read.
Ron moved they be filed for audit and Mark seconded the motion
passed. <br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– One new membership – Lori Goodnight ( Cupcakes for a Cure)<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lisa
reported that she continues to get phone call questions and feels
that the website is working for us.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page is doing well with over 200 followers. Keep sending her
your event information.</span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Drew Reed, Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <br />
<br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b> Revitalization Plan </b></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Katie
gave a Downtown Enhancement Grant Quarterly report. Her committee is
looking for projects that can be completed with little or no money
before the street project begins or even while it is going on. A lot
of things can still be negotiated into the street project. Storm
water is still a problem but the street project should be able to
locate some of the reasons for this. Downtown sidewalks will be
wider that other sidewalks and have space for potential trees. We
will have to plant our own trees. Negotiations are being made to
move the overhead power lines to the alley. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
mentioned a new product Silva Cells. They are planted under the
sidewalk and they hold water to water any trees planted there. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Katie
passed around a picture of the wayfinding signs. She said we are
still short in funds to match the grant but there are a few that
have pledged money and should be sending payment soon. Clifford Sign
will install per INDOT specifications. We can not use the town in
kind for this but will use it when we have to take down the signs
for the 22/35 construction. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Main
Occasions painted the west side of their building in preparation for
a mural. They will wait until the spring to continue work on this
project</span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Historic
Designation </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
- Rachel Jenkins. </span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>T</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">his
designation is good for the town, Gives us some prestige. Some
environmental protection and possible grants for home owners on tax
benefits for commercial property. St Rd 35 is still a federal road
and nothing that we are doing has increased federal regulations. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Town
Beautification </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">–
Jolene Rule</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">Jolene
reported that the</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">y
are beginning to remove some flowers and clean up the beds for the
winter. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– Jim Miller
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> The
Oct 15 Quarterly meeting will be at Main Occassions at 5:30 PM. The
topic will be “Eastern Schools – What value do they bring to
Greentown?' </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> St
Vincent Clinic closed and moved to Kokomo. Herbst Pharmacy will still
remain in Greentown. Effort is underway to keep Nurse Practitioner
Marcia Bouge in town at a new location. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Dr.
Begeman's building is for sale.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Brad
Howell Ford will be moving to Kokomo soon and Dirt and Turf will move
into that building. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> A
new restaurant Leah Lou's opened where Golden Girls was. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
said he was asked to reopen the relief fund for the East Coast. He is
looking into it.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Subway
is waiting on the 22/35 construction to start building their new
building.</span></span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene reported that MATF had a good year. 1 night was rained
out. </span></span></span></span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– As long as there is money available the scholorship will
continue.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Raised
money for charity even though it rained.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– The sign that was on the shelter that was left on school property
at the old community garden was returned. Will put it in storage.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– 53 entries this year. Was a good show. Thank you to Meridian
Street Christian Church for allowing us to have the show there. Will
receive a Walmart Grant of $250.00 for Ronda Eldridge's participation
in organizing and set up.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 10, 2018 at the fairgrounds. Letters have
been sent out to previous Holiday Bazaar vendors.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker sent in a report for a successful season which
was read to those present.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community
Rummage Sale </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Robin Hainlen chairman – sent in a report that there was not
enough interest for a map. But the rummage sale day still happened
and seemed to be successful.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Oct 5 was cancelled</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– November 5 will be the Annual meeting at Main Occasions
Catering. </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Comments – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> With no other
business the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM. </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The next meeting will
be November 5 2018, 7 PM at Main Occasions for the Annual Meeting. </span>
</div>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-76199045023052066802018-10-02T11:44:00.003-07:002018-10-02T11:44:38.053-07:00September Main Street Board meetingThe September meeting was cancelled due to the Holiday. The next meeting will be October 1 at 7:00 PM at the City Building. Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-65704466352658410592018-10-02T11:43:00.002-07:002018-10-02T11:43:10.290-07:00August 6, 2018 Main Street Minutes
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<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, August 6, 2018</div>
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The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday August 6, 2018
at the Greentown City Building Town Council room. Those in
attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Ron Simpson, Garry
Hill, Mark Lantz, Liesbet Patrick, Ronda Eldridge, and Katie Regan. <br />
<br />
Directors Absent with regrets: Rachel Jenkins, Drew Reed
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<br />
Guests present : Zachary Houghton and Mike Sanders.
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Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM.
<br />
<br />
The President appointed Mark Lantz and Katie Regan as the
nominating Committee to nominate members to the board for 2019. This
would be a three year term. Those board members up for re-election
are Ronda Eldridge, Ronald D. Simpson, Lisa Stout and Rachel Jenkins.
Also the committee would nominate the next President and Sec/Treas
for 2019 which is a one year term.
<br />
<br />
The minutes of the July 2018 meeting were approved as printed.
<br />
<br />
The Treasurer's report for July was read and filed for audit.<br />
<br />
A question was asked if we had enough money to fund all the
wayfinding signs. The answer was No. With the increase in aluminum
and the fact that we can not use the town in kind donation to install
the signs and will have to pay $950.00 per sign to install. Because
these signs will be on 22/35 they have to be installed to INDOT
standards which have to have special equipment that the town does not
have. We are approx. $1624.00 short.
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<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– Added 1 businesss Hometown Restaurant.
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lisa
reported that she will get the new member added to the website
business directory and also to the post office banner.</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page is doing well with lots of likes and events posted.</span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Drew Reed, Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b> Revitalization Plan </b></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Katie
reported that ½ of the money has been sent to Clifford Sign to
begin construction of our wayfinding signs. Two signs will be to the
High School, the Comet Trail and the Performing Arts Center. Two
signs will be to the fair grounds, City Hall and Glass Museum.
Plans for two more signs would be to the Fairgrounds using Maple
Street. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> We
can not use the Town Council in kind donation for installation of
the signs but we might be able to use it to store the signs when
INDOT tears up the road. We will take down the signs and leave the
post. Indot will put the post back where they want them and we will
put the signs back up. </span></span>
</div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Meeting
with INDOT regarding redoing 22/35 through town. - INDOT said all
sidewalks and curbs might not be replaced. Katie wants to get a
guarantee that all sidewalks and curbs will be replace. Jolene
reported that bump outs are not wanted by the town or the fire
department. Indot is looking at curbs that are more user friendly. </span></span>
</div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Also
at this meeting the topic of burying the electic lines in the
downtown area to have nicer light poles and eliminate the wooden
poles. Mr. Lovell suggested that the lines that can not be buried
should be moved to the alley. This would be in our best interest and
would be to the Electic Companies advantage. He will talk to the
electric company on our behalf. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Some
painting has been started on the West outside wall of Main
Occassions. The students that had originally designed the murals
are no longer available. Some ideas were discussed as to finding
volunteers to do the painting and the Interurban design might still
happen on this wall. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Historic
Designation </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
- Rachel Jenkins. </span></span></span>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Rachel
sent in the following report. </span></span>
</div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">The
Indiana State Historic Preservation Review Board vote July 18, 2018,
to list the Greentown Commercial Historic District in the National
Register of Historic Places (NRHP). The vote concurrently placed the
district on the Indiana State Register of Historic Sites and
Structures and the NRHP lising will be made official by U.S.
Department of the Interior within approximately 45 days. </span></span>
</div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Town
Beautification </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">–
Jolene Rule</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Jolene reported that the
flowers are being watered by the town and are doing well. </span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b> Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– Jim Miller
</span></span></span><br />
</div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
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<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that a new business is looking for property in the Greentown
downtown area. He reported that Subway will not be moving soon. The
company is changing the model and look of their buildings so
construction of the new building has been delayed. Garry Hill
reported that all the utilities are changing underground and Subway
is waiting on the new locations. </span></span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Brad
Howell Ford (BHF) building will be the new Dirt & Turf building
after BHF moves into Kokomo. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that Heartland Market, Dollar General and Family Dollar are
all doing ok. There had been doubt that Greentown could support all
three businesses but so far things are going well. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
told about some flags he had noticed in a town he traveled through
that had WWI and WWII Veterans on them. These flags were sponsored
and paid for by the verterans families. He thought they were nice.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> “Keep
the Green in Greentown” decals were discussed. The colors were
questioned but the design was approved. Katie mentioned that this is
something positive that we can do before construction begins on the
road to keep enthusiasm up. Ron made the motion to spend up to
$135.00 for 50 decals. Liesbet seconded and the motion passed. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
stated “ Invest in your own town. Town prices are affordable” </span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene reported that MATF has been well attended. The town
Marshall and Deputies have been there to oversee traffic . We have
some good sponsors. The Mustang Club had a show last week. Main
Occasions sold peach shortcake, Hometown Market sold chicken wraps.
Down on Main Street is planning to come out onto the street and take
orders. This is a good opportunity to let those attending get
familiar with our restaurants. </span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– As long as there is money available the scholorship will
continue.</span></span></span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b></b></span></span></span></span> </span></span></span></div>
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
event was held on July 21, 2018. It was a rainy day. 31 bikes
participated. Money was raised for varios charities. Lisa read a
Thank you Note from the Lt. Mike Andry Ride Committee, and a check
for $100.00 was received.
</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Nothing new to report.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that the dates for the show will be Aug 4,
9-11, 16-18 at the Meridian Street Christian Church. 10 AM – 3 PM
each day. The show has been judged and is now open for viewing.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 10, 2018 at the fairgrounds. Letters have
been sent out to previous Holiday Bazaar vendors. </span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker - Going well, New vendors are welcome. Only
$20 for the entire season.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community
Rummage Sale </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Fall date is September 15, 2018. Robin Hainlen has agreed to chair
this committee and to assemble a map if the interest is there.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Oct 5 is the date for the Fall Festival. Drew is working to get his
committee together. Last year was successful and they have more time
to plan for this year. </span></span></span>
<br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None
</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– November 5 will be the Annual meeting at Main Occasions
Catering.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Comments – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Katie has taken tours of several towns and historical buildings and
has seen a lot of possibilities for Greentown.</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
took pictures from around town for the website. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Our
guest Mark Sanders, a new deputy in Greentown, introduced himself and
told us about himself. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> There
was discussion about Fireworks in town late at night and the need for
a Fireworks ordinance.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> With no other
business the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 PM. </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The September meeting is
canceled because of the holiday. The next meeting will be October 1,
2018, 7 PM in the Town Council meeting room in the City Building. </span>
</div>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-46386781816141967362018-07-03T11:01:00.002-07:002018-07-03T11:01:32.233-07:00Main Street Board Minutes June 4, 2018
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<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, June 4, 2018
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday June 4, 2018
at the Greentown City Building Town Council room. Those in
attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Rachel Jenkins, Ron
Simpson, Garry Hill, Mark Lantz, Liesbet Patrick and Katie Regan. <br />
<br />
Directors absent with regrets: Drew Reed and Ronda Eldridge
<br />
<br />
Guests present : Regina Poe, Ed Hannah, John McCarthy and son,
Zachary Houghton, Maci Weeks and her guests.
<br />
<br />
Before the meeting Ed Hannah intoduced Maci Weeks who is the 2018
Music At The Fountain Scholorship recipient. She will be attending
Wheaton College in Illionis in the fall to study broadcast
journalism, music theater and play softball. She sang two songs for
our enjoyment.
<br />
<br />
Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:08 PM.<br />
<br />
The minutes of the May 2018 meeting were approved as printed.
<br />
<br />
The Treasurer's report for May was read and filed for audit.<br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– No change from last month. 43 paid memberships and 1 exchange
membership
<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Lisa
reported that she gets several phone calls monthly from people who
get the contact number from the website. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page is up to 155 followers. She encouraged everyone to
invite their friends to like the page and promote Greentown
businesses. If you have an event coming up send her the information. </span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Drew Reed, Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins <br />
<div dir="LTR" id="Section1">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Revitalization Plan </b></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">Michelle
Loveall, INDOT Greenfield District Project Manager for 1593231,
and Crawford, Murphy and Tilly (CMT) design consultants hired
by INDOT will meet with designated Town Council and Main Street reps
to talk about the Main Street replacement project and answer
questions. The meeting will take place on Thursday June 19,
10:30. at the Greentown Historical Society Building. Katie has
asked for an engineering report but has not received one yet. </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Murals
and Signage</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– per Drew Reed, Pat Clifford sent an official quote on Wayfinding
Signs. This report is being reviewed. Pat Clifford is
also working with INDOT engineer Luis Laracuente. It was
reported that 6 signs are in the original plan. </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">Jolene Rule
– A joint meeting with representatives from the Town and the Main
Street Design Committee has been scheduled to discuss revitalization
projects that can begin before the actual construction grant
process. Examples are: Parking lots and brown fields, Design
guidelines, Town Hall courtyard. The meeting will be held
Monday, June 11, 2018, 1:00 pm, Library Community Room. INDOT
agenda will also be discussed. It is important that the
committee has a cohesive vision of our plan. We need to all be on
the same “page”. The meeting will last about 1-1/2 hours. </span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">There are
things that can be done ahead of the road construction of 22/35 Main
Street . There are grants to redo brownfields , to cover them over
with asphalt. We can start doing some things ahead of time</span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Historic
Designation </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">Spreadsheet
request - Rachel Jenkins. </span></span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">Rachel
reported that back in 2015-2016 the town applied for a Historic
District designation. The Historical Society paid for half of the
expense and Indiana Landmarks paid for the other half. This
designation will be called the Greentown Commercial Historic
District and will cover 1 block west and 1 block E of Meridian
Street and 1 block North and 1 block south of Main Street. With the
inclusion of the Meridian Street Christian Church. Letters will be
sent to all businesses involved. This area will be available for
certain grants and possible tax relief to private property. </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Town
Beautification </b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">–
Jolene Rule</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Katie mentioned that the
planters at the stop light are beautiful. </span></span>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">Jolene
reported that the flowers have been planted and the town is watering
them on a regular basis. She praised Mike Mauk (Utility
Superintendent) as an asset to Greentown. </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– Jim Miller
</span></span></span><br />
</div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> June
18 will be the next Business Owners meeting 5:30 at Main Occasions
Catering. Mark is looking to include the school and church leaders.
On the agenda is the perception of each business, What does each
business have to offer other businesses? How can we work together?
There will be no speaker for this meeting. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that Brad Howell Ford's building will be Dirt and Turf and
large farm equipment when they move to Kokomo. He also reported that
Mike at Heartland Market said that his awning should be coming soon. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Rachel
Jenkins reported that her Hy-Red Station has been rented by a
photography business that specializes in newborns and children. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that the fairgrounds has a lot going on. It was suggested
that the Lions Club needs to promote their events more such as Dog
shows etc. Also what about tennis tournaments? Could they be promoted
better? Century Villa and the Library work together on some events.
You don't always have to create an event you can add on to an
existing event.</span></span></span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> If
you see something interesting in town take a picture of it and post
it to our facebook page. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> A
large hurdle is convincing those from out of town that Greentown is
not far away. Buy local when you can.</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Dr.
Begeman will be closing his dental practice in June. He is retiring.
</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion
</b></u></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– July 26-Sept 13 7:00 PM. Ed Hannah reported that anyone having
an event that they would like to have on the program to get the
details to him a week in advance. The sponsorship letters will be
going out soon. He has received permission to close off Meridian
Street to Grant Street for the MATF season. He has requested the
school for the PAC as a rain location. </span></span></span></span></span>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Ed
showed the posters for the current season and pass out cards with the
MATF schedule (save the date cards) sponsored by Century Villa. He
said a Mustang Show is scheduled for August 2. Gary Buckley is
working on this. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> There
will be Face Time to Century Villa for each event. There will also be
flyers printed each week with upcoming events and sponsorships. </span></span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Regina
Poe is working on having local food vendors to sell downtown on
Thursday nights. She thought extra trash cans would be a good idea
and is asking the vendors to have food that would not use spoons and
forks to generate less trash. She also invited everyone to Hometown
Restaurant for free coffee on Mondays from 6 AM – 8 AM. Centruy
Villa is paying for the coffee.
</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholarship</b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– As long as there is money available the scholorship will
continue.
</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
event will be July 21, 2018. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> On
June 7</span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
there is a Hacienda day. 20% of your total meal will go towards this
event. Be sure you have a coupon to get this donation. </span></span></span></span></span>
<br />
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
mentioned that this event is not only for motorcycle riders. It is
for the entire community. There will be good food, & music
downtown after the ride, and also a silent auction. Money raised
goes to local charities
</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that three gardeners have planted. The Fire
Department has filled the water tank.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that the dates for the show will be Aug 4,
9-11, 16-18 at the Meridian Street Christian Church. 10 AM – 3 PM
each day. Lisa has entry forms and rules available, Also there will
be space during the show for businesses to have their business cards
or promotional items for distribution.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 10, 2018 at the fairgrounds
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker - Starts Saturday June 2, 9 AM – 1 PM. School
administration building parking lot. For $20 to join Greentown Main
Street you can set up a booth each week thru September at no other
charge.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community
Rummage Sale </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Fall date is September 15, 2018 unless someone wants to make it a
different day.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Sometime in October. Possibly Oct 5 </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– None</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Comments –</b></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b> </b></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Regina
Poe invited everyone to the Family Fun Day at Century Villa on August
11 from 10 AM – 3 PM. There will be a car show, games and free
food. Police and fire vehicles are expected to be there to look
inside. Because soccer leagues will be going on that day there is a
need for golf carts to shuttle people from the fair ground parking to
Century Villa. </span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Regina
also mentionted that the Black Light Zoom Bus is a tentative event. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reminded everyone about the Fresh Flower case at Heartland Market.</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
thanked Heartland Market for the donation of all the flowers to the
town for planting.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">With no other
business the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM. The next meeting will
be July 2, 2018 7 PM in the Town Council meeting room in the City
Building. </span></span>
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Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-43051908189267012932018-06-08T06:39:00.002-07:002018-06-08T06:40:10.300-07:00May 7, 2018 Main Street Board meeting minutes<br />
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, May 7, 2018
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday May 7, 2018 at
the Greentown City Building Town Council room. Those in attendance
were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Rachel Jenkins, Ron
Simpson, Garry Hill, Mark Lantz, Liesbet Patrick and Katie Regan.
<br />
<br />
Directors absent with regrets: Drew Reed and Ronda Eldridge <br />
<br />
Guests present : Regina Poe and Ed Hannah<br />
<br />
Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
Jolene thanked everyone for coming and also for all each one does
for the community.<br />
<br />
The minutes of the April 2018 meeting were approved as printed.<br />
<br />
The Treasurer's report for April was read and filed for audit.<br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– No change from last month. 43 paid memberships and 1 exchange
membership was reported. Regina asked “How do we find out who is a
member? Reply was: go to the Greentownindiana.org website and look on
the business directory or the Main Street tab.<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Updates
for 2018 have been made. It was mentioned that the Farmer's market
phone number is incorrect and needs to be changed to 480-2150. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page is doing well. She said she has visited several places
in town and encouraged others to do the same. If you have an event
coming up send her the information. </span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Regina invited the ladies to the
Ladies Day Out at Century Villa on June 13. This is a partnership
with the Greentown Public Library and will include several vendors.
It is from noon to 3 and reservations are required. Space is limited.
Then on May 18 there will be a Veterans Luncheon at noon. No cost to
Veterans.
</div>
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Drew Reed, Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal;">
Katie reported that we are moving
ahead with Clifford Signs. We are waiting on the approval by the
engineer to get started. Letters have been sent to the Lions Club
and the Howard County Commissioner to collect the pledges they made
for these signs.
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal;">
No contact has been made this month
with Michelle Lovell, our contact at INDOT, for the 22/35 project.
Katie sent an email to set a date to meet in Greentown with her and
our design consultant. There were some questions on tree removal in
the 100 block of East Main Street.</div>
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal;">
Regina reminded the committee that
there is a room available for overnight guests at Century Villa.</div>
<ul>
<li><b>Town Beautification -</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Jolene reported </span><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">at
flowers have been ordered from Heartland Market and they will plant
this weekend ( May 12 – 9:00 AM) Areas to be planted are the City
Building “fountain”, the trail head, the town sign, the four
planters at the stoplight. Bring your gloves and trowels.</span></span></span></span></span></li>
</ul>
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">It was reported that
Jefferson House of Flowers now has a cooler inside Heartland Market
for fresh flowers. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The wooden stakes
along Main street are from core samples taken in the street. We need
to make sure that the State has our revitalization plan. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Jolene reported on
Brown field properties -This refers to a property that is
contaminated but could be used as paved parking lots. There will be
a webinar on Wednesday May 16 at the Century Villa conference room at
2:00 PM about this program. All are invited. We have some brownfields
here in Greentown.</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">A new roof was put
on Larry Hinesly's building.</span></span></div>
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
</div>
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
and Jolene met with Dr. Richie, new school superintendent concerning
the town, school and Main Street working together for the good of the
town. This meeting was very positive. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> June
18 will be the next Businessmen's meeting 5:30 at Main Occasions
Catering. Mark is looking to include the school and church leaders.
He is also looking for a speaker. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
attended a public meeting regarding the repaving of Harrison St &
Harrison Ct., It included the architect, engineers and pavers. They
stated that they want to inconvenience the home owners in that area
as little as possible during that time and promise to always get them
in their homes at night no matter what it takes. They will start
work on this project right after graduation and plan to have it
completed before school begins in the fall. Mark said this meeting
was well attended.</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion </b></u></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– July 26-Sept 13 7:00 PM. Ed Hannah reported the 2018 schedule.</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">July
26 – Sally Duke & Matt Gerhard</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Aug
2 – Pastime (formerly Old Dudes Rock ) Brad Howell Ford will
sponsor with a possible Mustang Car show.</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Aug
9 – Aimee Romero</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Aug
16 – Spittin Image</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Aug
23 – Four on the Floor</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Aug
30 – Rick King – Former EHS Grad now living in Nashville</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sept
6 – Eastern Connection</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sept
13 - EHS Presents at the performing Arts Center</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Ed
asked that anyone having an event that they would like to have on the
program to get the details to him a week in advance. The sponsorship
letters will be going out soon. He has received permission to close
off Meridian Street to Grant Street for the MATF season. He has
requested the school for the PAC as a rain location. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> There
was discussion on what to do in case of a tornado. Where to send
everyone? Suggestions were the basement of the City Building, the
Meridian Street Church basement and the Methodist Church basement on
South Meridian.</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Ed
invited anyone with an event planned to announce their event at each
performance.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>MATF
Scholorship</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Scholorship forms were given to the school. Only one applicant
this year. Thoughts for next year will be to open it up to all the
arts.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry Ride – </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
event will be July 21, 2018. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">On
June 7</span></span></span></span><sup><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
there is a Hacienda day. 20% of your total meal will go towards this
event. Be sure you have a coupon to get this donation. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Jolene
mentioned that this event is not only for motorcycle riders. It is
for the entire community. There will be good food, & music
downtown after the ride, and also a silent auction. Money raised
goes to local charities</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that three gardeners have placed applications
for the 2018 season. There has been no response about moving the
shelter from the old garden to the new location so Lisa asked if we
could give the shelter away instead of the school tearing it down.
Liesbet made the motion to give the shelter away and Mark Lantz
seconded. The motion was approved. </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that the dates for the show will be Aug 4,
9-11, 16-18 at the Meridian Street Christian Church. </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -November 10, 2018 at the fairgrounds </span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker - Starts Saturday June 2, 9 AM – 1 PM. School
administration building parking lot. For $20 to join Greentown Main
Street you can set up a booth each week thru September at no other
charge.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community
Rummage Sale </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
May 19, 2018</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Sometime in October.</span></span><br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b></b></span> </span></div>
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None</span></span></span></div>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– None</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Comments –</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Liesbet suggested Main Street get a decal for members to post on
their front window.
</span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Mark mentioned that the
Kokomo Jackrabbits called him to ask if we wanted to do a Greentown
night at the park. He said no for this year. Last year was not the
promotion that we thought we would get. </span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">With no other
business the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 PM. The next meeting will
be June 4, 2018 7 PM in the Town Council meeting room in the City
Building. </span></span>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-23619162239168379042018-05-14T07:57:00.003-07:002018-05-14T07:57:19.777-07:00Main Street Board minutes April 2, 2018
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<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, April 2, 2018
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday April 2, 2018
at the Greentown City Building Town Council room. Those in
attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Rachel Jenkins, Ronda
Eldrodge, Ron Simpson, Garry Hill, Mark Lantz, and Katie Regan.
<br />
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Directors absent with regrets: Drew Reed and Liesbet Patrick <br />
<br />
Guests present : Regina Poe
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<br />
Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
The minutes of the March 2018 meeting were approved as printed
with one correction of the spelling of the Michael Mauk's name.<br />
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The Treasurer's report for March was read and filed for audit.
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<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– 43 paid memberships and 1 exchange membership was reported.<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Updates
for 2018 have been sent to the webmaster. A request was made to
change the logo on the website to our Main Street logo. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported that the
facebook page is doing well. She said there is a visitor post button
to click on to add your event post to the page. </span>
<br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Drew Reed, Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins
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<br />
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
A meeting was held for the Downtown Enhancement Grant to discuss who
would do what, deadlines and who pledged funds. A letter was sent to
those pledging funds. Town Council ($5000 plus in kind ) Howard
County ($2500) Lions Club ( $200) Greentown Family Church (?) and
Main Street has set aside $1444 for this grant.
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
A copy of the pictures of the wayfinding signs was passed around. At
the present time there is money pledged for 4 signs but it is
possible that we could raise enough for 6 signs. Cost per sign is
$4100 each which includes the post and planting. All signs on 22/35
have to meet INDOT standards and Clifford Sign in Kokomo has been
approved to make our signs.</div>
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
A question was asked “If we only get 4 of the signs how do you
chose which 4? The reply was “We hope to get all 6 of the signs
funded”</div>
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<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
Jolene reported that she has turned in the first quarterly report to
OCRA </div>
<ul>
<li><b>Town Beautification -</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Jolene reported </span><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">the
tentative date of the second weekend in May for planting flowers has
been set. Flowers will be planted at the stop light, the town sign,
the trail head, the city building and triangle park. </span></span></span></li>
</ul>
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
Rachel reported that INDOT is doing a roadside clean up for two lane
highways on April 13-15. This would include safety training, vests
etc. It would be good especially just west of the bridge before you
come into town. This area gets a lot of thrown out and blown in
trash.
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
met with a few business owners on March 19 at Main Occassions
Catering. It was a good meeting. Main Occassions donated the food.
They discussed the revitalization Plan, Grants availability,
Promotions of each other and greeting out guests from out of town
among other topics.</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">They
plan to meet on a quarterly basis, the next meeting will be Monday
June 18. This meeting is stressing the importance of being organized
when they start tearing up 22/35. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Century
Villa had their open house. There was a lot of community support.
They have a meeting room that is available for meetings and events. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Heartland
Market has an awning coming but it is not in yet.</span></span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Dirt
and Turf could be moving into Brad Howell Ford's Greentown Building
when they move into Kokomo. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
suggested that we patronize our local businesses as much as possible.
</span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> It
was suggested that several get together and eat at a local restaurant
as a group. Be sure to mention that you are a part of Main Street.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion </b></u></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– July 26-Sept 13 7:00 PM. Regina Poe mentioned that Century
Villa is working on getting a band and possibly having a youth band
talent show. How many teenage bands are in Greentown? Is there any
interest in this activity? They are looking at June 22. Maybe food or
crafts available? Mark suggested that Regina reach out to Tom
Johnson at the school. He might be able to help her. Teenagers on
social media might be the best promotion of this event.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
MATF Scholorship – The committee is planning to give out their
second scholorship of $500 to an Eastern High School Senior that
will pursue music in college. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry ride – </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
event will be July 21, 2018. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">On
April 21 there will be a fish fry at the American Legion at 6:00 PM.
,good will donation, to raise funds for this event. Also on June 7</span></span></span></span><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
there is a Hacienda day. 20% of your total meal will go towards this
event. Be sure you have a coupon to get this donation.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that three gardeners have placed applications
for the 2018 season. There is still space for a few more. </span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-size: small;">The
School has asked if we want the garden shelter that is still on the
High School property. We would have to get it moved. We have asked
Micheal Mauk to look into moving it and where would we put it since
it would be placed on town property.
</span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that the dates for the show will be Aug 4,
9-11, 16-18 at the Meridian Street Christian Church.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -No report
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker - no report</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community
Rummage Sale </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
May 19, 2018
</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Drew Reed reported that the date will have to be changed because of
Fall break at the school. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><div style="font-weight: normal;">
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Busi<span style="font-size: small;"><b>ness – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None
</span></span></b></span></div>
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</span></span>
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Quick Impact Grant information was sent to all members. This
grant is thru OCRA for small projects with a 50% grant.
</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Comments –</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Triangle Park, the intersection of Carter, Hammer & Grant
streets, should be lined with spring flower bulbs. This is a historic
intersection. It use to be where the toll booth for the toll road
into Kokomo stood and some of the foundation is still there. </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> The Community Foundation
has grants available with specific dates to apply. </span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Eatsern Howard School
Corp wants to put the school logo into the street on Harrison when
the town replaces that road. It is expensive so maybe they can get a
grant.</span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Main Street has access
to grant writers that are paid thru the state.</span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Gary Lacey, owner of
Holly's Package Liquor is not doing well. It was reported that he is
home and getting around better. </span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">With no other business,
On a motion from Garry Hill and seconded by Katie Regan the meeting
was adjourned at 7:55 PM. The next meeting will be Monday May 7,
2018 at 7:00 PM. </span>
</div>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-28370994968649333492018-04-04T11:06:00.001-07:002018-04-04T11:06:22.243-07:00Main Street Board meeting minutes March 5, 2018
<br />
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, March 5, 2018
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday March 5, 2018
at the Greentown City Building Town Council room. Those in
attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Rachel Jenkins, Ronda
Eldridge, Liesbet Patrick, Drew Reed, Ron Simpson, Garry Hill and
Katie Regan.
<br />
<br />
Directors absent with regrets: Mark Lantz
<br />
<br />
Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
The minutes of the February 2018 meeting were approved as printed
with one correction of the spelling of the Hy-Red Station.<br />
<br />
The Treasurer's report for February was read and filed for audit.<br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization
</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– 40 paid memberships and 1 exchange membership was reported.<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">No
report</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene has been adding events
to the facebook page and has had a lot of activity. She asked
everyone to keep sending her information to post.
</span><br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Drew Reed, Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Revitalization
Planning Grant- Katie Regan reported that her committee is focusing
on Grants and meeting the deadlines. Jolene asked if Clifford Sign
was ready for us. They needed to get approval from INDOT it make our
signs. Drew said he would check and also see if there was a backup
company to make our signs, possibly a company in Peru IN. April 1</span></span></span><sup><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">st</span></span></span></sup><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
is the next report</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
It was suggested that we might go to the local businesses that
offered money to get started on the Wayfinding signs and get that
money collected and send in the vouncher to get ½ of the funding
from the state. </div>
<ul>
<li><b>Town Beautification -</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Jolene reported that t</span><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">he
new town engineer is Michael Mauk.</span></span></span></li>
</ul>
The old greenery has been pulled out of the pots at the center of
town. The pot at the Historical Society corner is not draining well
and will be looked at. Will replant the second weekend in May. Kim
Patton suggested that ivy be used in the pots and at the fountain to
stay green all winter. <br />
<br />
<b>Murals and Signage</b><br />
<br />
Jolene suggested that the windows on the West side of the King
Chef building would be a good place to paint. It was alsa reported
that there is some siding on the Heartland Market west wall and that
they took down the unsightly awning. Drew has not received permission
to paint the Heartland Market wall.<br />
<br />
Garry suggested that traveling to Plymouth IN. to see their murals
is worth the trip.<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Holiday Lights</b> – The lights are down and stored and
a check to the fire department has been sent. <span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
</span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>
</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span>
<br />
</li>
</ul>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
send a message that he would like to see the slogan “Keep the
Green in Greentown” revived. </span></span>
</div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Century
Villa is having an open house on March 22.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion </b></u></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– July 26-Sept 13 7:00 PM. Ads are available for the programs and
sponsorships are available for each night. Garry suggested that the
committee invite the Northwestern Championship Basketball Team on one
of the nights. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
MATF Scholorship – The committee is planning to give out their
second scholorship to an Eastern High School Senior that will pursue
music in college.
</span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry ride – </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
event will be July 21, 2018. To volunteer contact Rita Hill. The Town
Council has approved closing off N. Meridian Street from the
stoplight to Grant street on the Friday before the ride at 5 PM thru
Saturday midnight. The money raised goes to local charities for kids
and local disabled Veterans.
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout will invite new gardeners to apply for space in the
garden and will give applications to the apartments on Maple St. and
Harvey Dr. Flyers have been placed around town.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that the date has not been set for 2018 but
is usually in August.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil -No report
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker is getting permission from the school to use
their parking lot at the administration building again this year. It
is still $20.00 for the year and this includes Main Street
membership.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community
Rummage Sale Map</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– It was decided that since there is no chairman for the map that
Main Street would set a date for the Community Rummage Sale and let
the home owners and businesses plan accordingly. The date is set as
Saturday May 19, 2018.
</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Drew Reed reported that October 12, second Friday of the month, will
be the Fall Festival. This will be at the 4-H fairgrounds. He and his
committee have lots of ideas to expand on last years event. All food
vendors should have their own permits and liability. </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> Garry reported that
signs could be placed 30 day prior to the event without a permit, but
should be taken down promptly after the event.</span><div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div>
<span style="font-size: small;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None
</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– None</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Comments </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">-
How do we get more people involved in Main Street? Some people just
need to be asked. They won't volunteer on their own. We have several
volunteers but they don't always come to meetings. This is a board
meeting and they are not required to come. Maybe look at other Main
Streets. Converse? Some people don't understand what Main Street does
for the community.
</span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">With no other business,
the meeting was adjourned at 7:40 PM. The next meeting will be
Monday April 2, 2018 at 7:00 PM. </span>
</div>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-82072350155902740752018-03-12T10:13:00.005-07:002018-03-12T10:13:37.351-07:00Feb 5, 2018 Main Street Board meeting Minutes
<br />
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, February 5, 2018
</div>
<br />
The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday February 5,
2018 at the Greentown City Building Town Council room. Those in
attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Rachel Jenkins, Ronda
Eldridge, Liesbet Patrick, Mark Lantz, Drew Reed, Ron Simpson and
Katie Regan.
<br />
<br />
Directors absent with regrets: Garry Hill<br />
<br />
Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
The minutes of the November 2017 meeting were approved as printed.<br />
<br />
The Treasurer's report for November, December and January were
read and filed for audit.
<br />
<br />
The 2018 Budget was up for discussion. $300 was added for Economic
Development and there was some discussion what our committment is to
the Wayfair signage upkeep with INDOT. After discussion Ron Simpson
made the motion to accept the 2018 budget and Katie 2<sup>nd</sup>
the motion. The motion was approved.
<br />
<br />
Checking & savings account signature cards: Because Mary
Miller is no longer on the board Katie Regan made a motion to take
Mary Miller off of the signature card at the bank and have the three
names on the account. Lisa Stout, Ron Simpson and Jolene Rule. Rachel
Jenkins seconded the motion. With an 8 yea and 1 nay vote the motion
was approved.
<br />
<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><b>Membership</b>
– 39 paid memberships and 1 exchange membership was reported.<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Will
add new members to the Website business directory in February 2018.</span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Rachel Jenkins requested that the
entire membership be included on the website not just the business
directory. Lisa will look into this.
</div>
<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene mentioned that if a Main
Street Business member is having an event to send the information to
the facebook page. She reminded everyone to like the page so you will
get information on upcoming events. Drew Reed gave some instruction
on how to tag the Main Street page. There was discussion on Driving
Business with Social Media. It was suggested that it might be
benificial to our business owners to have classes on the benefits of
social media. </span>
<br />
<br />
<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Drew Reed, Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
Revitalization Planning Grant _ Katie Regan discussed correspondence
with INDOT and the design firm. Contruction should begin in 2020.
Sidewalks are included. A planning meeting to replace State Road
22/35 will be soon. Continuing talks with Duke energy on the expense
to move the power lines (or bury them) in the one block radius of the
stoplight. </div>
<ul>
<li><b>Town Beautification -</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Jolene </span><br />
<li><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Flowers are planned to be planted in May at the trail head, town
sign and pots. The town plans to hire someone to water the flowers
this year.</span></span></li>
</li>
</ul>
Murals and Signage<br />
<br />
Wayfinding Signs – Drew is working with OCRA, INDOT and Clifford
sign to complete this project.
<br />
<br />
Murals – Drew reported that Kaley Harness has a job in
Indianapolis and Brittany Miller is getting married so he is working
with an IUK professor to get the names of students to paint the
murals. Heartland Market has not been responsive to giving permission
to paint a mural on their building so there were suggestions to move
to another location such as the Main Occasions Catering building or
the King Chef building.
<br />
<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Holiday Lights</b> – The lights are still up and a check
to the fire department will be sent when the lights are down and
stored for the summer. <span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span></span></li>
</ul>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported :</span></span></div>
<ol>
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Subway
has a new general manager and has been told that there has been a
delay in their new building.</span></span></div>
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Century
Villa is under new management but has been told that the old staff
will stay on.</span></span></div>
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">George
Howell passed away. He was an upstanding business owner for many
years. There was a large viewing at the funeral home.</span></span></div>
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">NAPA
has two new owners from Tipton.</span></span></div>
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Mark
took pictures of all the business store fronts in the downtown area.
These can be used for future reference as needed. </span></span>
</div>
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">He
is planning to have a round table meeting with downtown business
owners on Monday March 12 at 5 PM at Main Occasions Catering. His
intent (among other things) is to discuss the impact their business
has on visitors or patrons of their stores and how it affects the
image of the town.</span></span></div>
</li>
</li>
</li>
</li>
</li>
</li>
</ol>
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> A
motion was made by Liesbet to fund this event. Drew seconded and the
motion passed.</span></span></div>
<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
</div>
<ol start="7">
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Rachel
Jenkins reported that she has purchased the Hy-Red Station and is
looking for a tenant.</span></span></div>
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Discussion
on the impact of social media and having a meeting for training.
Some thought one on one training might be more beneficial. Others
thought a slower class than what the library offers might also work.
</span></span>
</div>
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Jolene
mentioned that Paul Wyman had said in the past that there was money
available for small pop up businesses to get them started. This
might help to fill our vacant store fronts.</span></span></div>
<li><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Mark
reported that there is a quantity of homes for sale in Greentown.
The cheaper homes are more available and the utility bills make a
difference for the lower income buyers. </span></span></div>
</li>
</li>
</li>
</li>
</ol>
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion </b></u></span></span>
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– No report
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andry ride – </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
event will be July 21, 2018. To volunteer contact Rita Hill
</span></span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout will invite new gardeners to apply for space in the
garden and will give applications to the apartments on Maple St. and
Harvey Dr.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that the date has not been set for 2018 but
is usually in August.
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– No report
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– No report
</span></span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community
Rummage Sale Map</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– We are looking for someone to put together the 2018 rummage sale
maps.
</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
Drew Reed reported that Larry LaRowe of the Lions Club asked him if
they wanted to combine the Fall Festival with what the Lions Club
does around Halloween. Drew said he would like to do the fall
festival earlier in October and welcomed the Lions Club to be a part
of it. Last year was good but Drew and his committee are working on
making it better this year.
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Pinehurst
Texas Relief Fund – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz reported that he has tried to contact someone in Pinehurst that
we could help but isnt getting any response from them. He has
tried churchs and schools and even asked for names for Christmas
gifts but has had no luck. Therefore, he made a motion that this fund
be renamed to Disaster Relief fund and the money be used for future
use as needed. Katie Regan seconded the motion and the motion was
approved.
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
None
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Correspondence received has been the Historical Society
newsletter that is available for anyone interested, and a post card
from the Community Foundation with the deadlines for grant
applications for 2018.
</span></span><br />
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">With no other business,
the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 PM. The next meeting will be
Monday March 5, 2018 at 7:00 PM. </span>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-47469737056537997992017-12-19T07:45:00.001-08:002017-12-19T07:45:11.421-08:00Main Street Minutes Nov 6, 2017
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, November 6, 2017
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The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday November 6,
2017 at the Main Occasions Catering in Greentown. Those in attendance
were:
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Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Rachel Jenkins, Ronda
Eldridge, Garry Hill, Liesbet Patrick, Mark Lantz and Mary Miller.
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Directors absent with regrets: Ron Simpson
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Other members present: Ed Hannah, Katie Regan, Jim Miller, Robin
Hainlen, Renda Hurst, Drew Reed and Rita Hill.<br />
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Guests present: Connie Hannah, Kim Patton, Russell Patton, Ashley
Reed, Ray Mumaw and Scott Deyoe
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Refreshments were served by Main Occasions Catering
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Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:24 PM.
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Jolene introduced our members and visitors. She thanked the Town
Council for assisting Main Street with grants and funding.
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The minutes of the October 2017 meeting were presented. Garry Hill
made the motion to approve the minutes and Mary Miller seconded. The
motion was approved.
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The Treasurer's report for October was read and filed for audit.
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Jolene mentioned that Main Street is a non profit organization and
opens doors for grants. It is a platform organization to do positive
things. It is a good vehicle for new projects and events. There are
four branches to Main Street Organization, Design, Economic Vitality
and Promotion.
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<u><b>Organization
</b></u><br />
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> Nominating Committee –
</b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Rachel
Jenkins presented to slate of those up for nomination to the board
for a three year term. They were Jolene Rule, Drew Reed and Katie
Regan. Liesbet Patrick seconded these nominations and they were
accepted. Rachel also presented the nominations for officers for a
one year term. They were Jolene Rule for President and Lisa Stout for
Secretary/ Treasurer. Mark Lantz seconded these nominations and they
were approved. </span></span>
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<b>Membership</b> – 45 Paid Members, 2 exchange memberships and
6 first year free memberships in 2017. 16 memberships for 2018 have
been paid so far before this meeting.
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<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Will
add new members to the Website business directory in February 2018.</span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene mentioned that if a Main
Street Business member is having an event to send the information to
the facebook page. She reminded everyone to like the page so you will
get information on upcoming events.
</span><br />
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<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman
</span></span><br />
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> C</span></span>ommittee
Members: Drew Reed, Jolene Rule, Rachel Jenkins
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<i>Purpose of Design Committee: </i>
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<i> Supports a community's transformation by enhancing the
physical and visual assets that set the commercial district apart
</i><br />
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<u><b>HIGHLIGHTS OF THE YEAR
</b></u></div>
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For the past few months we have focused on:<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Revitalization Plan </b></li>
</ul>
Plan approved by OCRA and by the Greentown Town Council on
September 19. This plan will provide direction and order for
downtown revitalization.
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Coordination with INDOT and replacement of Main St/22/35 on issues
such as downtown lighting design and things that have to be planned
for when the street and sidewalks are torn up. The approved
Revitalization Plan will provide legitimacy for participation in
INDOT planning. Main Street replacement will be a major catalyst for
addressing other downtown issues. <br />
<ul>
<li><b>Town beautification </b></li>
</ul>
Flower containers on the four corners of downtown, fountain in
front of town hall. Jolene has addressed maintenance issues and the
Greentown Town Council will provide assistance with this.<br />
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Murals and Signage<br />
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Wayfinding Signs – have applied for a Downtown Enhancement Grant
for up to 20k with a 1.5 match. Drew Reed; Brittany Miller and Kaley
Harness provided a design for wayfinding signs. This design was
approved by the town council<br />
<ul>
<li><b>Holiday Lights</b> – Mary and Jim Miller replaced the
older lights with new snowflakes. The older lights were donated to
the Greentown Lions Club for use in the pioneer village.</li>
</ul>
The replacement of Main Street will be an impetus for other
improvements in the downtown area. One of the goals of the Design
Committee re: <b>Revitalization is to not let the plan be forgotten</b>.
It will be 2-5 years before other parts of the plan can be
implemented and in the meantime we want to do things that require
little or no money and that can be funded locally or through small
grants. This will require all of us to stay enthusiastic about
Greentown.
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Please sign up to work on a committee. There is a job for
everyone. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mark
reported that we need to keep the down town businesses informed of
the reviatlization street changes. We need to pull the businesses
together to attract more folks to town. We need to pool our
resources. There are things we can do to help the businesses here in
town. Once we get the customer in the door we need to make a good
impression to keep them coming back. We also need to keep the
business owners aware of the grant money available and how to apply.
We need to be on fire for Greentown. </span></span>
</div>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> It
was mentioned that Main Occasions Catering and Greentown Flooring
have taken advantage of grants for their outside facade. Main
Occasions Catering will be adding another sign to their building
because of the revitalization plan. </span></span>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Scott
Deyoe mentioned that other businesses that have taken advantage of
the facade grants are Greentown First United Methodist Church, The
Apartments at Grant and Meridian and Hasler/Stout Funeral Home. </span></span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Jolene
suggested that you contact Rachel Jenkins for information on historic
renovation experts that are available. </span></span>
</div>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion </b></u></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Ed Hannah gave a review of the 2017 season and is looking forward
to the 2018 season. The first event will be on July 26</span></span></span></span><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></span></span></sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">.
They were able to purchase a viola for the school. Ed thanked the
town council for the use of the street and the Police Department for
their presence. He also thanked his committee and the school. </span></span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Lt.
Mike Andy ride – </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Rita
Hill reported that they collected $16,000 to be distributed between
four charities, The next event will be July 21, 2018
</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– 5 gardeners had plots this last year. Thank you to the town
Council for allowing us to move the garden east of town. Lisa Stout
will open the garden for more participants in 2018. </span></span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that the Art Show was well attended and that
there were 25 participants with 59 entries. And brought in a profit
of $57.56. Thank you to The Greentown Mini Mall for letting us have
our event there and thank you to her committee Ronda Eldridge and
Barbara Pence.
</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil, chairman, November 11 9 AM – 3 PM at the
fairgrounds.
</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker sent in a report that they had 5 regular vendors
and 2 part time vendors over the season. She is working to make it
bigger and better next year.
</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community
Rummage Sale Map</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– We are looking for someone to put together the 2018 rummage sale
maps.
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Pinehurst
TX. - </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz selected at town in similar size to ours to help after the
hurricane. Various items were donated and cash was collected. Money
was sent to the Home Depot in Pinehurst and items were collected and
taken there to aid in their clean up operations. Because they are
still hurting we thought we could partner with them for Christmas. He
is working to get names of families that we might help.
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
October 27</span></span><sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
at the fairgrounds. Drew Reed reported that it was well attended.
Several businesses were involved. Maybe have it earlier in October
next year and have a small carnival. He will try to give more notice
for next years event.
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Other activities in the area that are coming up are:</span></span><br />
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Dec 9 – Library movie
night 5:30 PM</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Dec 8 – Movie night –
Sycamore Friends Church 6-8 PM</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Nov 4 – Chili Cookoff –
American Legion 6 PM</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Nov. 18 – Library open
house. Will wrap gifts. Have beverages and crafts and a wreath
auction. Noon – 3 PM. </span>
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Dec. 2 – The Library is
hosting a bus trip to Nashville IN.
</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jolene took the floor and expressed her thanks to the Town
Council for working together to do positive things for Greentown.</span></span><br />
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">She also thanked every
Main Street member and board member. She also welcomed Drew and Katie
to the Board. She presented certificates of appreciation to Mary
Miller for her many years on the board. She has been Past President
many times, helping with the Comet trail, many fundraisers and
working with the Christmas lights. Jolene read a note from the
Greentown Lions Club expressing their thanks for the donation of the
Christmas Lights and they will add the name of Main Street to the
pioneer village christmas display for many years to come.
</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Jolene presented a
certificate of appreciation to Lisa Stout for her help this year.
</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Jolene presented a
certificate of appreciation to Mark Lantz for his work this year as
the Economic Vitality chairman, the logo contest, The Pinehust Texas
Project. “He is a very caring and positive person for Greentown.”</span></div>
<br />
<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Jolene presented a
certificate of appreciation to Katie Regan as the revitalization
chairman for setting up meetings making phone calls working with
INDOT and Duke Energy which is not an easy task.
</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Jolene was given a round
of applause for the work she has done for Main Street this year.
</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">With no other business,
the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 PM. Because of the weather and the
Holidays, the next meeting will be Monday February 1, 2018 at 7:00
PM. </span>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-58966967774949343902017-10-19T08:19:00.001-07:002017-10-19T08:19:13.336-07:00Main Street Minutes October 2, 2017
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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Monday, October 2, 2017</div>
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The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday October 2,
2017 at the Greentown City Building. Those in attendance were:
<br />
<br />
Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Rachel Jenkins, Ronda
Eldridge, Garry Hill, Liesbet Patrick, Mark Lantz and Mary Miller.
<br />
<br />
Directors absent with regrets: Ron Simpson
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Other members present: Ed Hannah, Katie Regan, Jim Miller, Robin
Hainlen<br />
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Guests present: Tom Moor, James Hulse, Ron Nearon
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<br />
Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
<br />
<br />
Garry Hill distributed Main Street Business cards to those that
had requested them using the logo from Eli Sears. He will make more
as needed.
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<br />
Mark Lantz presented certificates of appreciation to Tom Moor,
James Hulse and Ron Nearon for the hours that they worked at the
collection site to gather materials needed for Pinehurst Texas and
also to drive the Uhaul to Pinehurst and deliver the donations.
James and Ron distributed pictures that they took in and around
Pinehust and described what they saw there. Mark suggested that we
could do an adopt a family from Pinehust for Christmas. Jolene
thanked Mark and the Lions Club for doing this project and she
mentioned that by giving to one town we could get them exactly what
they needed and people are more comfortable donating to a non profit.
She also thanked the board for voting to do this project.
<br />
<br />
The minutes of the August 2017 meeting were presented. With no
additions or corrections the minutes were approved as sent.<br />
<br />
The Treasurer's report for August and September were read and
filed for audit.
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<br />
<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
<br />
<b>Membership</b> – new member Yoder Grass Fed Angus Beef<br />
<br />
<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">nothing
new to report</span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene mentioned that if a Main
Street Business member is having an event to send the information to
the facebook page. She reminded everyone to like the page so you will
get information on upcoming events.
</span><br />
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<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span><br />
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Revitalization
Committee</b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– </span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
</span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">After
review by the Office of community and Rural Affairs (OCRA), the
Revitalization Plan was approved by the Greentown Town Council on at
the September 19th public meeting. Questions from those present
included how the Revitalization grant was paid for, number of parking
spaces after proposed changes had been made, concern about narrowing
Main Street and questions about bump outs. 1</span></span></span><sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">st</span></span></span></sup><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
Captain Kevin Breisch of the Greentown Volunteer Fire Company said
that the company had made a test run with cones being boundaries for
turning and that the proposed space had been sufficient. It was
stated that plans could be changed and the construction grant not
happen for at least a year. </span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Friday September
8th Jolene, Rachel, Michael Mauk met with Donnie Alexander, Duke
Energy Business Development Sales Manager of the Midwest Lighting
Group to discuss lighting and line options for Greentown during the
INDOT construction phase in 2020. Mr. Alexander is setting up
a meeting with a Duke engineer who will provide more information.
</span></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">A
meeting between Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and the
DES1593231 Project Manager, Michelle Loveall,
(</span></span></span><span style="color: navy;"><span lang="zxx"><u><a href="mailto:mloveall@indot.in.gov"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">mloveall@indot.in.gov</span></span></span></a></u></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">,
</span></span></span><span style="color: navy;"><span lang="zxx"><a href="tel:(317)%20467-3438" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">317-467-3438</span></span></span></a></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">)
will be set for late October to discuss planning for the 2020
construction. INDOT will include Greentown representatives in
planning meetings. </span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Town
Beautification </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">–
Jolene Rule reported that flowers will be removed from the Comet
Trail head and the downtown planters. In the past we have had a
difficult time getting people to take care of some of the planters.
The Town Council plans to hire someone next year to do the watering
and maintenance. We will still be responsible for the planting. </span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Murals
and Signage </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">–
Drew Reed & Brittany Miller, On October 3, we will meet with
Project Development Spec Jennifer Santos, North Central Indiana
Regional Planning Council to work on the application for the
Downtown Enhancement Grant from OCRA. INDOT has indicated that
the design submitted could be used on Main Street. Every
effort will be made to meet our grant application deadline.
Our submission is due to him by the end of next week. The
grant is a 1.5 match, with a 50% coming from the Council or others
and .5 from in-kind contributions. </span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Wayfinding
Signs: The Town Council approved the drawings as presented by Jolene
Rule at the July Council meeting. Luis A Laracuente,
Greenfield District Traffic Engineer. INDOT will provide
information on installation methods and materials. </span></span>
<br />
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Brittany sent a
note that the Indian mural is not being abandoned. She is working on
a new designfor the Heartland Market building and also a Greentown
Glass Design. </span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US"><b>Christmas
Lights</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="en-US">
– Jim Miller reported that the lights are ready to put up. </span></span></span><div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">
</span></span><br /></div>
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Economic
Vitality </b></u></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>
- </b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. </span></span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Greentown
Flooring and Main Occasions Catering did facade work with Town Grant
money. They both held an open house on September 21st. Radio station
Z92.5 came out to Greentown and did several remotes at various
Greentown businesses. Refreshments were provided by Main Occasions
Catering. </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span></span></span><br />
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> We
need to get more business owners involved in the grant money
available.</span></span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Subway
ground breaking will be next year sometime.</span></span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Just
a reminder that Down on Main Street is now smoke free.
</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><u><b>Promotion </b></u></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Ed Hannah read a card from Rick King, a performer from the summer
season, thanking Main Street for inviting him and he would like to
return if the schedule is right. </span></span></span></span>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> All
MATF bills are paid. 2,022 people atended. We need to use the program
more to promote what Main Street is doing. It was a good season</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– No report
</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that the Art Show was well attended and that
there were 25 participants with 59 entries. And brought in a profit
of $57.56. Thank you to The Greentown Mini Mall for letting us have
our event there and thank you to her committee Ronda Eldridge and
Barbara Pence.
</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil, chairman, November 11 9 AM – 3 PM at the
fairgrounds.
</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Racheal Parker sent in a report that they had 5 regular vendors
and 2 part time vendors over the season.
</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Community
Rummage Sale Map</b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– We are looking for someone to put together the 2018 rummage sale
maps. </span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fall
Festival </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
October 27</span></span><sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
at the fairgrounds. Contact Drew Reed if interested in helping.
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>Old Business – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Annual Meeting at Main Occasions. Nov 6
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>New Business – </b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Other activities in the area that are coming up are:</span></span><br />
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Oct 7 – Wine tasting at
the round barn sponsored by the library</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Dec 9 – Library movie
night 5:30 PM</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Dec 8 – Movie night –
Sycamore Friends Church 6-8 PM</span></div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Nov 4 – Chili Cookoff –
American Legion 6 PM
</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">There was
discussion as to having a parade in town on the 4</span></span><sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">th</span></span></sup><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
of July. One concern was How can we compete with the Haynes Apperson?
Mary suggested that we enter a Greentown float in the Haynes Apperson
parade.
</span></span><br />
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
<span style="font-size: small;">With no other business,
the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 PM. The next meeting will be
Monday Novemeber 6, 2017 at 7:00 PM. at Main Occasions Catering. Be
sure to send in your RSVP to Jolene. </span>
</div>
Greentown Minuteshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14193876978388836908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2233324807441170643.post-659705177487100462017-08-28T07:14:00.002-07:002017-08-28T07:14:25.899-07:00Main Street Board minutes Aug 7, 2017
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Greentown Main Street Association
Minutes</div>
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<div align="CENTER" style="widows: 4;">
Monday, August 7, 2017</div>
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The Greentown Main Street Association met on Monday August 7, 2017
at the Greentown City Building. Those in attendance were:
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Directors present: Jolene Rule, Lisa Stout, Rachel Jenkins, Ronda
Eldridge, Garry Hill and Liesbet Patrick.<br />
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Directors absent with regrets: Ron Simpson, Mark Lantz, Mary
Miller.
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Other members present: Ed Hannah, Katie Regan, Renda Hurst,
Angela Horton
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Jolene Rule called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. <br />
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The minutes of the July 2017 meeting were presented. Ronda
Eldridge moved to accept the minutes and Garry Hill seconded. The
motion passed.
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The Treasurer's report for July was read and filed for audit.<br />
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<u><b>Organization</b></u><br />
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<b>Membership</b> – Lisa reported 4 new members from the
Farmer's Market. Elizabeth Sanders ( M & B Orchard), Abby Henning
( Abby Craft & More), Justin & Trisha Moore & Family,
Brian Kunstman.
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<b>Fundraising – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Is in
need of a chairman. </span>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Website – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
latest updates have been made.</span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Facebook Page –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Jolene reported 100 followers
so far. She would like to see more Greentown events posted on this
page. Just another way to advertise your event.</span>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Jolene also asked about using our new
logo on letterhead and business cards, etc. Garry Hill volunteered to
try to make up some samples for the next meeting. It was by unanimous
consent that Garry moves ahead on this.
</div>
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<u><b>Design</b></u><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
- Katie Regan -Chairman </span></span><br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Revitalization
Committee</b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– The Revitalization Public Hearing date is set for August 15, 6:30
PM at the Town Council Meeting room. This may not be a firm date. </span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">1</span></span><sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">st</span></span></sup><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Capt. Kevin Breisch with the Greentown Volunteer Fire Dept. has
expressed some concern with the bump outs that could impeed the
turning of the fire trucks from N. Meridian to W. Main. The plan
consultants and Main Street will continue to work with the Fire Dept
on this issue. Indiana Department of Transportation says that the
replacement of 22/35 Main Street is scheduled for construction
beginning in 2020. Also there will be a meeting with Duke Energy to
discuss lighting and line options available to us during the 2020
construction. </span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Town
Beautification </b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">–
</span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Murals
& Signage –</b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
Katie reported that they met with Steven Ray, Executive Director
North Central Indiana Regional Planning Council to discuss applying
for Downtown Enhancement Grant from The Office of Community and
Rural Affairs. (OCRA). This is a 1.5 matching grant with a 50% match
coming from the Council and .5 from in- kind contributions. A
Community Foundation grant is also being considered. </span></span>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
The Town
Council approved the mural designs and the wayfinding sign designs.
The next step is to get the approval of INDOT. Some questions were.
Where will they be located? And What destinations will be on the
signs?
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none;">
Jolene talked
to Drew Reed who said that the Indian mural designed for Heartland
Market has not been approved from The Eiteljorg Museum so the design
will be scratched. The Main Occasions Interurban design is still
moving forward.
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b></b></span><br />
<span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Economic Vitality - </b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Mark
Lantz - Chairman. - no report</span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b> </b></span><br />
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<u><b>Promotion </b></u>
<br />
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Music
At The Fountain</b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Ed Hannah reported that the last two weeks they have had to go to
the Performing Arts Center. New London Sound had aprox. 121 in
attendance and Sally Duke had around 171 in attendance. Rick Allen
King will be the next performance and then on August 17 Ed would like
for some to bring extra chairs to accomadate his out of town
classmates.. The Historical Society was open before the last
performace and 7 people attended. </span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Community
Garden</b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– No report</span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Art
Show</b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Lisa Stout reported that the Art Show has started at the
Greentown Mini Mall and invited everyone to attend.</span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Holiday
Bazaar</b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– Jodi Cecil, chairman, has set the date for November 11 at the
fairgrounds. </span></span>
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<span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><b>Farmers
Market</b></span><span style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">
– will run June thru September , Saturday mornings 9 AM – 1 PM.
Racheal Parker reported that all are welcome.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Community Rummage
Sale Map</b><span style="font-weight: normal;"> – The fall sale
will be Sept 16. </span>
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<b> Greentown Night Kokomo Jackrabbits game –</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">The
Eastern High School Band performed the National Anthem and Lisa Stout
threw out the first pitch. It was a nice night but sadly a loss for
the Jackrabbits. </span><br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"></span><br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;"> </span><b>Christmas Walk –
</b><span style="font-weight: normal;">There is no chairman so this
event will not happen. </span>
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<b>Old Business – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Annual
Meeting at Main Occasions. Nov 6 </span>
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<b>New Business – </b><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Jolene
suggested some ideas that would need a chairman to happen. Others in
attendance added their ideas as well. Some of them were:</span><br />
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Christmas walk Discussion groups</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Town Park Excercise programs</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Pocket Parks Programs for the
elderly</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Extend the Comet Trail Computer
classes</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Festival – Glass Festival/ Fall
Festival Game Night</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Weekend downtown street events with a
theme Line dancing</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Movie night – at the PAC/ Library
Community Room /at a church/ at the block building. Quarterly?</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
Progressive Christmas Walk from
Library- Historical Society – American Legion – Lions Club
</div>
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<div style="font-weight: normal;">
With no other business, the meeting
was adjourned at 8:15 PM. The next meeting will be Monday October 2,
2017 at 7:00 PM. in the Town Council meeting room at the City
Building.
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