Lyndhurst, Seeley’s Bay & District Chamber of Commerce General Meeting Minutes
Thursday, February 25th, 2021 - Virtual Zoom Meeting
Meeting opened 7:11 pm.
In Attendance:
John Sideris – President Wings Live Bait & Tackle
Ken Davies- Vice-President Ken Davies Logistics Development
Irene Davelaar- Secretary Sliabhin Custom Apparel
Annick Rousseau –Director Berry Homestead Farm
Heiner Kammann-Membership Chair Gleanna Lea Farms
Sunny Tessier – Director
Terri Dawson - Green Gecko
Wayne Pratt - guest
Mark Jamison - Envericom
Mary Whitney - Shabean Coffee Roastery
Karen Cornish - Kingston’s Finest
1.Correspondence John Sideris
There was no new correspondence.
Congratulations to Terri Dawson, Green Gecko, on 15 years of being in business.
2. January Minutes – Irene Davelaar
Highlights from the January2021minutes were read. Heiner Kammen motioned to accept the minutes as read. Seconded by Ken Davies. Motion passed.
3. Treasurers Report :
John Sideris announced that the Lyndhurst, Seeley’s Bay Chamber has moved its banking business from Gananoque TD to Athens BMO in order to facilitate the acquisition of EMT payment option for Chamber members and e-mail payment notification for bookkeeping records to Chamber Treasurer.
The amount of $3,500.00 was left in the TD account to cover outstanding cheques; after which the account will be closed.
Irene Davelaar presented a balance update: On Feb. 18,2021, $450.00 in membership fees was deposited into the BMO account, with a balance of $8,182.50
4. Old Business
Courses:
Hunter Safety Courses are starting to run in March.
Contact: Bruce Stratton 613-387-8585 Lyndhurst & Seeley’s Bay
First Aid: Instructor will be contacted as to course availability.
5. Zoom Meetings Updates – Ken Davies
5.1 Ken Davies and Terri Dawson have been asked to be on a Rural Advocacy Committee through 1000 Island Gananoque Chamber. The task of the committee members is to bring rural community issues to the fore.
Concerns can be submitted to: kdavies@baybrokerageus.com or terri@greengecko.ca
5.2 Businesses are encouraged, if having any trouble, to contact Ann Weir of Leeds and Grenville County Economic Development Office for direction to available assistance.
6. Township Update – Mark Jamison
Mark aptly filled in on the spur of the moment as Kim Goodman was unable to attend.
Mark reported a very stable and civil staff working very well together for the community, finishing 2020 in the black and moving prudently forward; a commendable task considering the loss of revenue from the closed casino and other pandemic related challenges.
The Company ‘Le Boat’ will no longer be establishing itself in Seeley’s Bay since its budget has been frozen due to the pandemic.
Kim Goodman is working towards acquiring further grants to assist the community.
Mark closed with encouraging community members to “shop micro local”.
7. Membership update – Heiner Kammann
As per today, February 20, 2021 we have received: 21 Membership Applications of which 13 want to advertise in the printed Business Directory Brochure.
These applications were all generated using the current Membership Application Form, which was also used in 2020.
The existing form proved to be very labour intensive and was not proper for Covid-19 environs.
I organised Barbara Jordan of Bark Productions Inc. (a Chamber member in good standing) and Rena Taylor (our Chamber Directory Administrator) as team members to create new forms:
- Membership Application Form 2021
- Fillable generic form
- Fillable form for past advertisers
- Membership Agreement 2021. This one needs to be printed out, signed, dated, scanned and to be emailed back to Rena. We have no feature available for digital signature.
Rena will email these forms with a Cover Letter (see attached) to all members of the Chamber for which we currently have not received an application. I would expect this to start in the next few days, pending Rena’s availability. Following this we intend to do another email mailout to potentially new members.
On the way to these digital forms the Chamber needed to re-arrange its banking relationship. It left TD Bank and transferred its banking to Bank of Montreal in Athens. This allows us to now offer Auto Deposit (E-Transfer) of Membership Dues and Advertising Fees.
Following Tanya Hammond’s resignation from her post managing the Chamber’s Website and Facebook appearance,
Barbara Jordan stepped forward to fill this post. In doing so, a member can now directly communicate with Barbara about their Website and/or Facebook listings and request changes, additions and/or deletions.
We also added a new Membership Class: Associate Membership (former business owner or future business owner).
New features:
These forms are all digital. Rena will email these to the recipients.
Recipient can fill out form on the computer and email filled out forms back to Rena.
Payment via E-Transfer (no more handling cheques or cash).
Past advertiser can review their artwork on the form and make corrections, etc.
One point of communications with current or new member (via our Chamber Directory Administrator).
Heiner Kammann
Chair Membership Drive
8. Web Site/ Facebook – John Sideris
Barbara Jordan is Lyndhurst, Seeley’s Bay & District Chamber’s new facebook/website administrator with a mandate to post information from Chamber members, post relevant Government information and to maintain Chamber website’s social media at a rate of pay of $100.00 for 5 hours per month.
Contact: babs@barkinc.com for any changes of information to be made or postings.
9. New Business-
9.1 2021 Budget: report – Sunny Tessier
A sub-committee comprised of Heiner Kammann, Ken Davies, John Sideris and Sunny Tessier met February 2nd, 2021 to work on establishing a Budget for Lyndhurst Seeley’s Bay & District Chamber. Heiner and Eva Kammann were thanked for hosting the meeting.
This is the Chambers first year in laying out a budget for the upcoming year, working towards becoming better planners.
A budget summary was established based on past entries. A Report will be available for review and comment.
Further discussion was held on Surplus Reserve Fund and Revenue Generation Plan.
9.2 Internet Server: Heiner Kammann
Given the intermittent internet service in some area locales, Heiner Kammann suggested that businesses may wish to consider the private sector, Star Link, as a source for internet service.
Heiner stated that if speed is of the essence, the private sector may not be necessarily a cheaper option but a more reliable option; and added that given savings in travel costs etc., it is a small investment compared to the gain. Heiner has recently connected to Star Link and will be giving a service report after some time of use.
9.3 Visitor Service RFQ:
John Sideris, Sunny Tessier and Ken Davies are to meet with Kim Goodman regarding the Request for Quotes for a Visitor Service Centre to the area to enquire for further information with possibility of a 2022 submission.
9.4 Advertising:
9.4.1 Heiner Kammann proposed looking into getting a mainstreet event banner and budgeting $500.00 towards it.
9.4.2 It was suggested that a full page ad copy of the Chamber Directory be printed in the July 1st Canada Day edition of the Athens Mural. Actual pricing yet to be received.
9.5 Terri Dawson brought up the possibility of having a sidewalk sale on May 24th.
Further discussion and possible planning to be held March and April meetings, pending pandemic restrictions.
9.6 Ken Davies has approached the Mayor of Rideau Lakes to possibly allow mailing of envelope of coupons from local area businesses to new residents. Any interested businesses contact: kdavies@brokerageus.ca
9.7 Second Annual 1000 Islands Gananoque Chamber of Commerce International Women’s Day
To be held March 8th, 2021 by Zoom 12 – 3 pm Admission $45.00
Contact: http://1000islandsganchamber.com
Next Meeting to be a General Meeting virtual zoom teleconference meeting and/or in person;
open to Chamber Members to be held March 25th 7 pm.
Venues available: Lyndhurst Legion, Lyndhurst or Seeley’s Bay Fire Halls.
Ken Davies motioned to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Sunny Tessier. Motion passed.
Meeting closed 9:09 pm.
Thursday, February 25th, 2021 - Virtual Zoom Meeting
Meeting opened 7:11 pm.
In Attendance:
John Sideris – President Wings Live Bait & Tackle
Ken Davies- Vice-President Ken Davies Logistics Development
Irene Davelaar- Secretary Sliabhin Custom Apparel
Annick Rousseau –Director Berry Homestead Farm
Heiner Kammann-Membership Chair Gleanna Lea Farms
Sunny Tessier – Director
Terri Dawson - Green Gecko
Wayne Pratt - guest
Mark Jamison - Envericom
Mary Whitney - Shabean Coffee Roastery
Karen Cornish - Kingston’s Finest
1.Correspondence John Sideris
There was no new correspondence.
Congratulations to Terri Dawson, Green Gecko, on 15 years of being in business.
2. January Minutes – Irene Davelaar
Highlights from the January2021minutes were read. Heiner Kammen motioned to accept the minutes as read. Seconded by Ken Davies. Motion passed.
3. Treasurers Report :
John Sideris announced that the Lyndhurst, Seeley’s Bay Chamber has moved its banking business from Gananoque TD to Athens BMO in order to facilitate the acquisition of EMT payment option for Chamber members and e-mail payment notification for bookkeeping records to Chamber Treasurer.
The amount of $3,500.00 was left in the TD account to cover outstanding cheques; after which the account will be closed.
Irene Davelaar presented a balance update: On Feb. 18,2021, $450.00 in membership fees was deposited into the BMO account, with a balance of $8,182.50
4. Old Business
Courses:
Hunter Safety Courses are starting to run in March.
Contact: Bruce Stratton 613-387-8585 Lyndhurst & Seeley’s Bay
First Aid: Instructor will be contacted as to course availability.
5. Zoom Meetings Updates – Ken Davies
5.1 Ken Davies and Terri Dawson have been asked to be on a Rural Advocacy Committee through 1000 Island Gananoque Chamber. The task of the committee members is to bring rural community issues to the fore.
Concerns can be submitted to: kdavies@baybrokerageus.com or terri@greengecko.ca
5.2 Businesses are encouraged, if having any trouble, to contact Ann Weir of Leeds and Grenville County Economic Development Office for direction to available assistance.
6. Township Update – Mark Jamison
Mark aptly filled in on the spur of the moment as Kim Goodman was unable to attend.
Mark reported a very stable and civil staff working very well together for the community, finishing 2020 in the black and moving prudently forward; a commendable task considering the loss of revenue from the closed casino and other pandemic related challenges.
The Company ‘Le Boat’ will no longer be establishing itself in Seeley’s Bay since its budget has been frozen due to the pandemic.
Kim Goodman is working towards acquiring further grants to assist the community.
Mark closed with encouraging community members to “shop micro local”.
7. Membership update – Heiner Kammann
As per today, February 20, 2021 we have received: 21 Membership Applications of which 13 want to advertise in the printed Business Directory Brochure.
These applications were all generated using the current Membership Application Form, which was also used in 2020.
The existing form proved to be very labour intensive and was not proper for Covid-19 environs.
I organised Barbara Jordan of Bark Productions Inc. (a Chamber member in good standing) and Rena Taylor (our Chamber Directory Administrator) as team members to create new forms:
- Membership Application Form 2021
- Fillable generic form
- Fillable form for past advertisers
- Membership Agreement 2021. This one needs to be printed out, signed, dated, scanned and to be emailed back to Rena. We have no feature available for digital signature.
Rena will email these forms with a Cover Letter (see attached) to all members of the Chamber for which we currently have not received an application. I would expect this to start in the next few days, pending Rena’s availability. Following this we intend to do another email mailout to potentially new members.
On the way to these digital forms the Chamber needed to re-arrange its banking relationship. It left TD Bank and transferred its banking to Bank of Montreal in Athens. This allows us to now offer Auto Deposit (E-Transfer) of Membership Dues and Advertising Fees.
Following Tanya Hammond’s resignation from her post managing the Chamber’s Website and Facebook appearance,
Barbara Jordan stepped forward to fill this post. In doing so, a member can now directly communicate with Barbara about their Website and/or Facebook listings and request changes, additions and/or deletions.
We also added a new Membership Class: Associate Membership (former business owner or future business owner).
New features:
These forms are all digital. Rena will email these to the recipients.
Recipient can fill out form on the computer and email filled out forms back to Rena.
Payment via E-Transfer (no more handling cheques or cash).
Past advertiser can review their artwork on the form and make corrections, etc.
One point of communications with current or new member (via our Chamber Directory Administrator).
Heiner Kammann
Chair Membership Drive
8. Web Site/ Facebook – John Sideris
Barbara Jordan is Lyndhurst, Seeley’s Bay & District Chamber’s new facebook/website administrator with a mandate to post information from Chamber members, post relevant Government information and to maintain Chamber website’s social media at a rate of pay of $100.00 for 5 hours per month.
Contact: babs@barkinc.com for any changes of information to be made or postings.
9. New Business-
9.1 2021 Budget: report – Sunny Tessier
A sub-committee comprised of Heiner Kammann, Ken Davies, John Sideris and Sunny Tessier met February 2nd, 2021 to work on establishing a Budget for Lyndhurst Seeley’s Bay & District Chamber. Heiner and Eva Kammann were thanked for hosting the meeting.
This is the Chambers first year in laying out a budget for the upcoming year, working towards becoming better planners.
A budget summary was established based on past entries. A Report will be available for review and comment.
Further discussion was held on Surplus Reserve Fund and Revenue Generation Plan.
9.2 Internet Server: Heiner Kammann
Given the intermittent internet service in some area locales, Heiner Kammann suggested that businesses may wish to consider the private sector, Star Link, as a source for internet service.
Heiner stated that if speed is of the essence, the private sector may not be necessarily a cheaper option but a more reliable option; and added that given savings in travel costs etc., it is a small investment compared to the gain. Heiner has recently connected to Star Link and will be giving a service report after some time of use.
9.3 Visitor Service RFQ:
John Sideris, Sunny Tessier and Ken Davies are to meet with Kim Goodman regarding the Request for Quotes for a Visitor Service Centre to the area to enquire for further information with possibility of a 2022 submission.
9.4 Advertising:
9.4.1 Heiner Kammann proposed looking into getting a mainstreet event banner and budgeting $500.00 towards it.
9.4.2 It was suggested that a full page ad copy of the Chamber Directory be printed in the July 1st Canada Day edition of the Athens Mural. Actual pricing yet to be received.
9.5 Terri Dawson brought up the possibility of having a sidewalk sale on May 24th.
Further discussion and possible planning to be held March and April meetings, pending pandemic restrictions.
9.6 Ken Davies has approached the Mayor of Rideau Lakes to possibly allow mailing of envelope of coupons from local area businesses to new residents. Any interested businesses contact: kdavies@brokerageus.ca
9.7 Second Annual 1000 Islands Gananoque Chamber of Commerce International Women’s Day
To be held March 8th, 2021 by Zoom 12 – 3 pm Admission $45.00
Contact: http://1000islandsganchamber.com
Next Meeting to be a General Meeting virtual zoom teleconference meeting and/or in person;
open to Chamber Members to be held March 25th 7 pm.
Venues available: Lyndhurst Legion, Lyndhurst or Seeley’s Bay Fire Halls.
Ken Davies motioned to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Sunny Tessier. Motion passed.
Meeting closed 9:09 pm.
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December 3, 2016
Meeting was omitted due to Holiday Season, January and February meetings took place but workshops conducted by Roy Van der Mul on improving business and marketing skills took up most of the meeting time in January and February. A motion was made by Terri Wood and seconded by Dale Moore for the Chamber to send a letter appealing a decision to close the elementary school in Lyndhurst.
Meeting was omitted due to Holiday Season, January and February meetings took place but workshops conducted by Roy Van der Mul on improving business and marketing skills took up most of the meeting time in January and February. A motion was made by Terri Wood and seconded by Dale Moore for the Chamber to send a letter appealing a decision to close the elementary school in Lyndhurst.
November 23, 2016
Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre
In Attendance: Terri Dawson, Terri Wood, Ron Rudd, Dawne Fiegen, Tanya Hammond, Mel Magalas, Kim Macintyre, John Sideris.
Roy van der Mull (St. Lawrence College) was invited to speak to members about what topics members might be interested in with respect to future workshops starting in January. The discussion focused on addressing individual problems of each business as well as how members as a whole can make the region of Lyndhurst and Seeley’s Bay more attractive to visitors. It was decided that Roy would conduct the first workshop in January and base it on the information and feedback that came out of this meeting
There was some discussion on what the Chamber can do for Canada 150 and the general consensus was to support those groups who may already be doing something.
The Chambers use of social media continues to gain in popularity through the use of a Chamber public Facebook page. Terri Dawson has done an excellent job in managing this page and creating more public awareness.
There was some discussion on the participants of “Shop n Hop” and the potential to make it grow. Shop n Hop takes place on December 3rd.
Meeting adjourned 9:20pm.
October 26, 2016
Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre, Lyndhurst
In Attendance: Mel Magalas – Redfish Cottages, Tanya Hammond- Eastern Ontario financial services, Kristina Lewis-Tye – Tye’s Cottages, Terri Dawson – Green Gecko, John Sideris -Wings Live Bait & Tackle, Terri Wood- Broker & Dale Moore -The Nest Egg
Next Meeting: Wednesday November 23rd 2016 at the Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre 7:30pm.
Meeting called to order at 7:35pm
Chamber Election: There were no new nominations or letters of intent received for the board of directors, received was a resignation from Kristina Lewis-Tye resigning from her position as Chamber Treasurer, also received at an earlier date was the resignation of Dale Moore as Chamber Secretary.
Moved by Terri Wood that we maintain the present board of directors as no intent to run was received. 2nd by Terri Dawson
Mel will contact the Directors that were not present at this meeting to let them know and make sure they continue to remain in good standing. Kristina will for a limited time remain as treasurer till a new one is found.
Chamber Facebook: Since the page was opened to the public, there have been many good signs, as an example when the post of the Junction being for sale was running it was viewed 1500 times! Profiles for Chamber member’s businesses have been running, you can have your business profile on by sending it to Terri Dawson. Tanya Hammond is willing to do a profile on your business, you just need to contact her. It was agreed that Terri Dawson will post as she sees fit when it comes to this Facebook page. As this is the Chamber page, sometimes posting of other businesses not a member is acceptable depending on the situation.
Peer Input: The township has agreed to replace all the village welcome signs for Canada 150. There will also be a township wide look to check out the public washrooms for conditions & updates. It was also discussed about property standards, with a possibility of an amnesty day in villages to allow residences to clean up and get rid of large items by either bins or trucks from township.
Canada 150: The Chamber agreed to be involved in the Seeley’s Bay Canada Day celebration either by setting up a booth or being part of the parade. It was also mentioned that the Chamber could do something throughout the year, or possible post plaques on planters or the canoes
Shop n’ Hop: Saturday December 3rd, down in store participation, Terri Dawson is open for any ideas or suggestions to help this stay a success. One suggestion tonight was to have pop up stores! John Sideris has offered his recreation class room for people. Although John wouldn’t charge people there would still be a need to charge so that the ad to advertise this space would be paid for by those wanting to sell their wares. Main Street hardware is also offering space for Artisans in the Seeley’s Bay area. This is a big day for shopping in the villages. To date the stores participating are Wendy’s, Ridgway confections, Wiltse Creek Studio, Junction Restaurant, Main Street Hardware, Lyndhurst Home Hardware, Green Gecko & Wings. If you want information on having an open house that day and want to get into the fun, contact Terri Dawson at the Green Gecko.
Billboard Update: Mel checked out the location at Back Street Dogs on Hwy 15 and found there to be to many trees in the way. So, this spot is a no go.
Upcoming items of interest:
Terri Dawson wanted to remind people about the possibility on the closing of Sweets Corners School and how this could have a detrimental effect on Businesses in this area, speaking out on this cause is something we all need to do.
Seeley’s Bay Tree lighting will be held on November 25 starting at 6pm, tree will light up at 6:30.
Lyndhurst will have their Christmas gathering on December 4.
Lyndhurst Parade happening soon, Saturday November 19, needed is a Chamber float!
Remember Remembrance Day. November 11 both Lyndhurst & Seeley’s Bay will be having small parades and placing of wreaths.
Meeting adjourned 8:35
President, Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com
Vice President , John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca
Secretary
Treasurer, Kristina Lewis-Tye - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre, Lyndhurst
In Attendance: Mel Magalas – Redfish Cottages, Tanya Hammond- Eastern Ontario financial services, Kristina Lewis-Tye – Tye’s Cottages, Terri Dawson – Green Gecko, John Sideris -Wings Live Bait & Tackle, Terri Wood- Broker & Dale Moore -The Nest Egg
Next Meeting: Wednesday November 23rd 2016 at the Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre 7:30pm.
Meeting called to order at 7:35pm
Chamber Election: There were no new nominations or letters of intent received for the board of directors, received was a resignation from Kristina Lewis-Tye resigning from her position as Chamber Treasurer, also received at an earlier date was the resignation of Dale Moore as Chamber Secretary.
Moved by Terri Wood that we maintain the present board of directors as no intent to run was received. 2nd by Terri Dawson
Mel will contact the Directors that were not present at this meeting to let them know and make sure they continue to remain in good standing. Kristina will for a limited time remain as treasurer till a new one is found.
Chamber Facebook: Since the page was opened to the public, there have been many good signs, as an example when the post of the Junction being for sale was running it was viewed 1500 times! Profiles for Chamber member’s businesses have been running, you can have your business profile on by sending it to Terri Dawson. Tanya Hammond is willing to do a profile on your business, you just need to contact her. It was agreed that Terri Dawson will post as she sees fit when it comes to this Facebook page. As this is the Chamber page, sometimes posting of other businesses not a member is acceptable depending on the situation.
Peer Input: The township has agreed to replace all the village welcome signs for Canada 150. There will also be a township wide look to check out the public washrooms for conditions & updates. It was also discussed about property standards, with a possibility of an amnesty day in villages to allow residences to clean up and get rid of large items by either bins or trucks from township.
Canada 150: The Chamber agreed to be involved in the Seeley’s Bay Canada Day celebration either by setting up a booth or being part of the parade. It was also mentioned that the Chamber could do something throughout the year, or possible post plaques on planters or the canoes
Shop n’ Hop: Saturday December 3rd, down in store participation, Terri Dawson is open for any ideas or suggestions to help this stay a success. One suggestion tonight was to have pop up stores! John Sideris has offered his recreation class room for people. Although John wouldn’t charge people there would still be a need to charge so that the ad to advertise this space would be paid for by those wanting to sell their wares. Main Street hardware is also offering space for Artisans in the Seeley’s Bay area. This is a big day for shopping in the villages. To date the stores participating are Wendy’s, Ridgway confections, Wiltse Creek Studio, Junction Restaurant, Main Street Hardware, Lyndhurst Home Hardware, Green Gecko & Wings. If you want information on having an open house that day and want to get into the fun, contact Terri Dawson at the Green Gecko.
Billboard Update: Mel checked out the location at Back Street Dogs on Hwy 15 and found there to be to many trees in the way. So, this spot is a no go.
Upcoming items of interest:
Terri Dawson wanted to remind people about the possibility on the closing of Sweets Corners School and how this could have a detrimental effect on Businesses in this area, speaking out on this cause is something we all need to do.
Seeley’s Bay Tree lighting will be held on November 25 starting at 6pm, tree will light up at 6:30.
Lyndhurst will have their Christmas gathering on December 4.
Lyndhurst Parade happening soon, Saturday November 19, needed is a Chamber float!
Remember Remembrance Day. November 11 both Lyndhurst & Seeley’s Bay will be having small parades and placing of wreaths.
Meeting adjourned 8:35
President, Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com
Vice President , John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca
Secretary
Treasurer, Kristina Lewis-Tye - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
September 28, 2016
Lyndhurst Legion
In Attendance: Mel Magalas – Redfish Cottages, Tanya Hammond- Eastern Ontario financial services, Kristina Cain – Tye’s Cottages, Terri Dawson – Green Gecko, Ron Rudd – Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home, Dawne Fiegen – Wiltse Creek Studio, John Sideris -Wings Live Bait & Tackle, Wendy Banks – Wendy’s Mobile / Country Market, Tori Watson – Allan Graphics & Dale Moore -The Nest Egg
Next Meeting: Wednesday October 26th at the Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre 7:30 -pm
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Update: Turkey Fair Chamber booth was set up showcasing a logo sign, handouts for shop n’ hop, and real-estate showcase. Was ok, hard to get excited with few chamber members available for help, more members would have been better, however it is understandable in that businesses are busy. Better handouts for shop n’ hop would be helpful
Treasurer- Accounts are up-to-date and taking into account what has been voted on to be giving out at this point that brings us down to $1800.00 with around $3000.00 coming in for rebilling of insurance to Canada Day, Frost Fest & Turkey Fair. A delay for billing out insurance was due to a problem with the insurance company policy.
Overdue memberships- Mel suggest they send out an email reminding members of their past due account. John Sideris and Ron Rudd have agreed to contact a few in person to remind them.
New items: Shop n’ hop planning is underway, Terri Dawson asks the Chamber to again support this event as they have in the past. It was motioned by Ron Rudd that the chamber supports this event with $500.00 but does not spend anymore chamber money on events, rather wait and see if the council approves our request for funding before we proceed. 2nd by John Sideris
Dawne was wondering as The Nest Egg will not be active in this year’s event if there might be a place for the artisans to set up. Terri will update on this at a later date.
Wendy Banks is planning another Blues / local flavour fundraiser event, and was looking for a way to help with the Lyndhurst / chamber events. This dinner for a small group of 40, would offer local foods with the experience of sitting with the local producers. Wendy would also be looking for a quaint venue to hold the dinner. Terri Dawson agreed to work with Wendy to see what they might do.
Action needs to finally be done for the Lyndhurst Sign Location, we need a place to put it up. Suggestions where made with the possibility of Back Street Dogs or land in which the township owns that is within Land that Earl Thompson owns, Earl has offered us to enter his land to access the stretch of land owned by the township. Mel to inquire with the township. Dale to contact Back Street Dogs.
New directory for 2017 thoughts; bigger web site presence, Chamber members all to have same amount of space for advertising, non-members list name and number. Shrink town information to add chamber events, change colour of background from green this year to another (orange).
Use caution when putting dates or advertising in that this brochure will be released for at least two years.
Workshops scheduled for November are now postponed till January. The instructors will be asked to attend a meeting prior to January so that we might discuss what is being offered.
PEER report – PEER is asking that the township purchase the welcome signs for the villages now rather than later before they decide to change the policy.
Elections –Terri Wood will be asked if she will take control of the election in November. If you would like to run for one of the positions, let us know. – President, vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, director.
Upcoming Events: Lyndhurst Festival of Small Halls this Friday, Anglican church having chicken dinner at 5pm same night. Dinner and music who wouldn’t want this!
Seeley’s Bay having Scarecrow showdown, Library is now running this, register by the 6th, judging on the Thanksgiving weekend. This once again is sponsored by the KEG bar and grill.
Seeley’s Bay Legion, October 8, Hypnotist – Richard Cole 6:30
Seeley’s Bay fire hall - Fall Harvest Roast Pork Dinner & Silent Auction in support of Eric Aiken and his family, October 16 2016 4-6pm
Meeting adjourned 9:00
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com
Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca
Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
Lyndhurst Legion
In Attendance: Mel Magalas – Redfish Cottages, Tanya Hammond- Eastern Ontario financial services, Kristina Cain – Tye’s Cottages, Terri Dawson – Green Gecko, Ron Rudd – Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home, Dawne Fiegen – Wiltse Creek Studio, John Sideris -Wings Live Bait & Tackle, Wendy Banks – Wendy’s Mobile / Country Market, Tori Watson – Allan Graphics & Dale Moore -The Nest Egg
Next Meeting: Wednesday October 26th at the Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre 7:30 -pm
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Update: Turkey Fair Chamber booth was set up showcasing a logo sign, handouts for shop n’ hop, and real-estate showcase. Was ok, hard to get excited with few chamber members available for help, more members would have been better, however it is understandable in that businesses are busy. Better handouts for shop n’ hop would be helpful
Treasurer- Accounts are up-to-date and taking into account what has been voted on to be giving out at this point that brings us down to $1800.00 with around $3000.00 coming in for rebilling of insurance to Canada Day, Frost Fest & Turkey Fair. A delay for billing out insurance was due to a problem with the insurance company policy.
Overdue memberships- Mel suggest they send out an email reminding members of their past due account. John Sideris and Ron Rudd have agreed to contact a few in person to remind them.
New items: Shop n’ hop planning is underway, Terri Dawson asks the Chamber to again support this event as they have in the past. It was motioned by Ron Rudd that the chamber supports this event with $500.00 but does not spend anymore chamber money on events, rather wait and see if the council approves our request for funding before we proceed. 2nd by John Sideris
Dawne was wondering as The Nest Egg will not be active in this year’s event if there might be a place for the artisans to set up. Terri will update on this at a later date.
Wendy Banks is planning another Blues / local flavour fundraiser event, and was looking for a way to help with the Lyndhurst / chamber events. This dinner for a small group of 40, would offer local foods with the experience of sitting with the local producers. Wendy would also be looking for a quaint venue to hold the dinner. Terri Dawson agreed to work with Wendy to see what they might do.
Action needs to finally be done for the Lyndhurst Sign Location, we need a place to put it up. Suggestions where made with the possibility of Back Street Dogs or land in which the township owns that is within Land that Earl Thompson owns, Earl has offered us to enter his land to access the stretch of land owned by the township. Mel to inquire with the township. Dale to contact Back Street Dogs.
New directory for 2017 thoughts; bigger web site presence, Chamber members all to have same amount of space for advertising, non-members list name and number. Shrink town information to add chamber events, change colour of background from green this year to another (orange).
Use caution when putting dates or advertising in that this brochure will be released for at least two years.
Workshops scheduled for November are now postponed till January. The instructors will be asked to attend a meeting prior to January so that we might discuss what is being offered.
PEER report – PEER is asking that the township purchase the welcome signs for the villages now rather than later before they decide to change the policy.
Elections –Terri Wood will be asked if she will take control of the election in November. If you would like to run for one of the positions, let us know. – President, vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, director.
Upcoming Events: Lyndhurst Festival of Small Halls this Friday, Anglican church having chicken dinner at 5pm same night. Dinner and music who wouldn’t want this!
Seeley’s Bay having Scarecrow showdown, Library is now running this, register by the 6th, judging on the Thanksgiving weekend. This once again is sponsored by the KEG bar and grill.
Seeley’s Bay Legion, October 8, Hypnotist – Richard Cole 6:30
Seeley’s Bay fire hall - Fall Harvest Roast Pork Dinner & Silent Auction in support of Eric Aiken and his family, October 16 2016 4-6pm
Meeting adjourned 9:00
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com
Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca
Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
September Minutes 2016
Minutes From June Meeting
Minutes From May Meeting 2016
Lyndhurst Seeleys Bay Chamber of Commerce- Minutes
Wed, April 27, 2016 Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre
Attendance: Mel Magalas, Dawne Fiegen, Ron Rudd, Trudy Henry, John Sideris, Terri Dawson
1) Meet & Greet: Recap – Ron Rudd reported the Meet & Greet held on April 21 in Seeley’s Bay was a success. Approx 30 attendees, some new faces, great presentations.
2) Spring Real Estate Showcase: discussion of Spring Showcase plans:
a. Head Quarters info:
i. The Junction Restaurant is on board to be the headquarters location, they will provide power, washrooms, buffet lunch($250 budget), promote event on their sign
ii. Ron Rudd to get large map so locations can be marked
iii. Tents can be reserved (free) from township for headquarters. Application needs to be submitted to Kim Goodman
iv. Buffet lunch vouchers will be given to participants that pre-register (to max of $250)
v. Real Estate Agents responsibilities: drop off at least 20 copies of listing fact sheet to Junction Restaurant in the week before the event. Mel to communicate this with agents.
vi. Request local promotional material from Township
vii. Mel in contact w WTC Communications for possible WIFI zone
b. Advertising:
i. PRINTING: Mel to connect w Tori from Allen Graphics and get a quote on design of posters & rack card. Agreed that profession design is worth the expense.
1. Posters (11”x17”) $250 for 500pc (Allen Graphics)
2. Rack cards 4000pc (Allen Graphics)
3. Business cards (possibly Vista Print, Dawne to investigate)
ii. BANNERS: Dawne to investigate. Approx. size 2’W x 5’L.
iii. Request use of LOCAL OUTDOOR SIGNS: Lyndhurst Legion, LRC (at Shortpoint), Junction restaurant, Nest Egg, Green Gecko, TLTI electronic sing in Lansdowne, others?
iv. PRESS RELEASE: Terri Dawson to commission Rosanne Lake to write a professional press release and send to media
v. RADIO: Mel connecting w Kingston radio station.
vi. NEWSPAPER AD: Mel to connect w Kingston Whig Standard re: ad in Homes section vii. WEBSITE: Mel to purchase www.LSBSpringShowcase.com and redirect to Chamber website page
viii. FACEBOOK: Mel & Dawne have created a FB page, along w Terri D they will manage the page, please help to share these posts throughout your networks.
ix. ELECTION STYLE LAWN SIGNS: (approx. price $20ea) quantity TBA based on other advertising final numbers.
c. Draft event budget:
i. Radio $1500
ii. Newspaper & election signs $1500
iii. Promotional material & banners $2500
iv. Buffet lunch $250
Chamber Meeting Minutes-Wednesday March 23rd/2016
–meeting held at Fire Training Centre Lyndhurst
Businesses in Attendance:
Matt Fiene (Petra’s Place Chip Truck), Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages), Ron Rudd (Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home), Terri Dawson (The Green Gecko), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait & Tackle), Rob Taillon (Rob’s Shop), Dale Moore (The Nest Egg) and Terri Wood (Estate Broker)
Next Meeting: Wed April 27, 7:30pm at the Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre (4th wed of the month)
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Treasure Report:
Treasure unavailable, Kristina relayed that we have received a few more memberships, all monies have been deposited. Dale received 4 additional membership dues that she will pass along to Kristina next week. Kristina will be asked to send out a reminder to pay dues, also at the meet & greet to have materials set up for any members wanting to pay that night. Or sign up.
Mel will give to Kristina the door membership decals to hand out
Update:
Meet & Greet is confirmed for April 20th 7pm to 9pm.
* The Seeley’s Bay community hall has been booked by Dale Moore
* Ron Rudd will arrange the H’orderves
* Dale Moore will email out invites to all area businesses
* Mel will breakdown the present chamber membership list and email out business names to tonight’s members so that they might personally invite them to the meeting.
* Two speakers are confirmed and will be given 15 minutes to speak
* Businesses will be asked to bring a supply of 25-50 brochures or business cards. As in the past they will be displayed on a table for other businesses to pick up. This is the perfect time to pass along your business information.
* A yellow balloon display will be done by Sue Magalas to get word out about the upcoming promotion the chamber is doing June 11. More information on this can be found at the chamber web site.
Yellow Balloon /Spring Showcase promotion is confirmed for June 11th,
* New location with a large tent is being looked at, Mel will contact this new location and confirm at next meeting.
* Pricing on large tents with sides will need to be done
* Businesses will be asked to display their info
* Businesses will be asked to have yard sales or promotions on that date
* Dale will contact Jan Bonhomme about large tents and other possible items we could use
* John Sideris has tables and chairs
* An area boarder for the real estate locations will need to be done
* Sue will be doing grab bags which will hold information and coupons will be available for pickup
* Mel will send out Spring Showcase information to the directors for comment
A meeting in April will be held besides the meet & greet so that we can discuss this event in more detail.
At the meeting in January Guest speakers: Dan Potter & Christine Smith spoke to us about their Business Plan for Eastern Ontario Bluegrass Festival being held May 19 – 23. Responsible for the Music Festival at Turkey Fair Jonas Street they are looking for festival Sponsorship or performance sponsorship. At this point they are looking at the Lombardy fairgrounds but would like to bring this event closer to this area. The chamber agreed to a one time sponsorship of $300.00 - moved by Ron Rudd, seconded by Mel Magalas that we pay this amount in hopes that the Bluegrass Festival gets closer in future years so that local businesses will benefit from the event. For more information on this you can go to their web page Eastern Ontario Bluegrass.
Mel will discuss with them in return for this year’s sponsorship they perform during the Spring Showcase event in June.
New Business:
Terri Dawson wanted to give a heads up that the Brockville 1000 Island Travel Vacation Guide contacts will once again be calling on chamber businesses to run ads for the upcoming year. Last year the chamber ran a full page advertisement for the area, and business ads ran alongside this. This is a free wide spread booklet that promotes the area, for more info you can contact Terri Dawson at the Green Gecko, or check the link above.
The chamber will again this year place the full page advertising as moved by Terri Dawson, seconded by Terri Wood that we place the ad and pay the $300.00 advertising cost.
Update:
SABARA
* Teeny Tiny Summit is being held on March 30 at the Seeley’s Bay Community Hall
* Red Canoefest in Seeley’s Bay is June 6
* Pitch-in for the villages is being held April 23,
* May long weekend is Victoria Day in the Villages; this is the perfect time to have yard sales, store promotions, sidewalk sales and more
Meeting adjourned 8:45
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
Reminder – Please pay your 2016 dues
February/2016
Lyndhurst Seeley’s Bay Chamber Meeting Minutes
–meeting held at Lyndhurst Fire training centre, Lyndhurst
Businesses in Attendance: John Sideris -Wings Live Bait & Tackle, Dale Moore -The Nest Egg & Roger White -Rideau Breeze Marina
Next Meeting: Wednesday March 23 2016 at the Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre
Meeting called to order at 7:35
Treasure Report: Kristina notified Dale that we have 15 new members to date, all monies have been deposited
Correspondence received: There was no new correspondence at this time
Speakers: Bob Burtch sales consultant from ETR media group “easier to read phonebook” was present and even with the few members present he spoke to us about the reasons to advertize in his book. Bob mentioned that a survey was done and it showed that most people over 50 still use the phone books compared to the internet for looking up numbers. Information can be found at www.easiertoread.com. Bob did mention that they will list cell phone numbers for free with your name and address.
Don Ross from FAB experiences was unable to attend but did forward a proposal to the chamber that I will attach to the email for your read. In short 1/5th page costs $75.00, many chamber members already have a listing in this free booklet. If the chamber purchases a page at a cost of $1200.00 members would be able to have their cost lowered from $75.00 to $40.00 per ad, Don also mentions a way in which members could help the chamber lower its cost. You can check out the FAB site at www.frontenacarchbiosphere.ca
Business:
Items from the agenda will be deferred till next meeting as there were not enough members attending to form a quorum
Meet & Greet meeting April 20th update, Dale has contacted Kim for the booking of the community hall in Seeley’s Bay, Liz Huff has contacted The Great Waterway to do a presentation, and John Sideris will get his contact info for his two speakers for Dale by next meeting so invitations can be sent out to local businesses. More discussion on this will be done at the next meeting.
Meeting adjourned 8:30-- Snow storm that night!
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
January Chamber Minutes 2016
Chamber Meeting Minutes
–meeting held at Fire Training Hall, Lyndhurst ON.
Businesses in Attendance: Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait & Tackle), Liz Huff (SBARA), Dale Moore (The Nest Egg), Ron Rudd (Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home), Roger White (rideau Breeze Marina), Kristina Cain (Tyes Cottages), Dawne Fiegen (Wiltse Creek Studio) and Dodie Elkins ( Seeley’s Bay Chiropractic)
Next Meeting: February 17th 7:30 Lyndhurst Fire Training centre
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous minutes: Moved by Ron Rudd and seconded by John Sideris to accept the previous minutes as written
Treasure Report: Just over 7000.00 in our account, 2016 memberships are now starting to come in.
Secretary - Correspondence received: No new correspondence at this time
Update:
* Ron Rudd had fun putting in a float in the Lyndhurst Santa parade; he had a few issues at the start but things worked out in the end. There were suggestions about having something at the end of the parade so that those attending the parade had something to hang out for.
* Shop n’ hop: A number of businesses that participated in the event had great reviews for the chamber, a few businesses that did not participate last year want to this year, making it a good event for the chamber to be sponsoring. We also heard from some of the customers shop n’ hopping and they had a great time, trying to get them all in.
* The first Storyfest is this Saturday January 17th, at 2pm “Accessible Wildness” at the Lyndhurst Legion. Plan to attend this event! The next Storyfest is March 6th 2pm at the Fire hall in Seeley’s Bay with Local residence Matt “The Batman” Saunders “The secret & fascinating lives of BATS”. Plan on attending this event also!
* There is no update for the Spring Showcase; Mel was unable to get clarification on the money issue at this time.
New Business:
* Guest speakers: Dan Potter & Christine Smith spoke to us about their Business Plan for Eastern Ontario Bluegrass Festival being held May 19 – 23. Responsible for the Music Festival at Turkey Fair Jonas Street they are looking for festival Sponsorship or performance sponsorship. At this point they are looking at the Lombardy fairgrounds but would like to bring this event closer to this area. The chamber will look towards ways of supporting this event in hopes of getting it closer in future years so that local businesses will benefit from the event. For more information on this you can go to their web page Eastern Ontario Bluegrass.
* Mel has asked that the Chamber think of what we would like to see done for the local area that he would be able to take to the meetings of the “PEER” (Partnership for Economic Enhancement and Revitalization, this group is looking for long or short term action ideas. We will discuss more on this at a future meeting.
* Looking for a new objective for this year the group talked about possible chamber supported signs in the villages, directional village signs, business & chamber supported signs. More discussion on this will be done at another meeting.
* Our Chamber meeting April 20 will be the next meet & greet held at the Fire hall in Seeley’s Bay. John Sideris & Liz Huff will work to get 3 speakers: one possible being Keys, another a program with the military in that the government will sponsor a military worker, the third will be announced later. Invitations and posters will go out to businesses in the area designed by Dale Moore and Dawne Fiegen. Ron Rudd will be in charge of food. If you have or know of a business that might be interested in this event let us know. Dale to contact the township to book the hall. Moved by John Sideris Seconded by Dodie Elkins that we plan the meet & greet with the guest speakers on April 20 and that the hall be booked for the night.
* Current affairs:
* Storyfest this Saturday Jan 17 at the Lyndhurst Legion
* Storyfest March 6 at the Seeley’s Bay fire hall
* 8th annual ice fishing derby Sat Feb 27th, contact Wings live bait in Lyndhurst for more information
* Frost fest is coming up Feb 5 – 7 in Seeley’s Ba
Meeting adjourned 9:00 pm
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
Chamber Meeting Minutes
–meeting held at Fire Training Hall, Lyndhurst ON.
Businesses in Attendance: Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait & Tackle), Liz Huff (SBARA), Dale Moore (The Nest Egg), Ron Rudd (Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home), Roger White (rideau Breeze Marina), Kristina Cain (Tyes Cottages), Dawne Fiegen (Wiltse Creek Studio) and Dodie Elkins ( Seeley’s Bay Chiropractic)
Next Meeting: February 17th 7:30 Lyndhurst Fire Training centre
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous minutes: Moved by Ron Rudd and seconded by John Sideris to accept the previous minutes as written
Treasure Report: Just over 7000.00 in our account, 2016 memberships are now starting to come in.
Secretary - Correspondence received: No new correspondence at this time
Update:
* Ron Rudd had fun putting in a float in the Lyndhurst Santa parade; he had a few issues at the start but things worked out in the end. There were suggestions about having something at the end of the parade so that those attending the parade had something to hang out for.
* Shop n’ hop: A number of businesses that participated in the event had great reviews for the chamber, a few businesses that did not participate last year want to this year, making it a good event for the chamber to be sponsoring. We also heard from some of the customers shop n’ hopping and they had a great time, trying to get them all in.
* The first Storyfest is this Saturday January 17th, at 2pm “Accessible Wildness” at the Lyndhurst Legion. Plan to attend this event! The next Storyfest is March 6th 2pm at the Fire hall in Seeley’s Bay with Local residence Matt “The Batman” Saunders “The secret & fascinating lives of BATS”. Plan on attending this event also!
* There is no update for the Spring Showcase; Mel was unable to get clarification on the money issue at this time.
New Business:
* Guest speakers: Dan Potter & Christine Smith spoke to us about their Business Plan for Eastern Ontario Bluegrass Festival being held May 19 – 23. Responsible for the Music Festival at Turkey Fair Jonas Street they are looking for festival Sponsorship or performance sponsorship. At this point they are looking at the Lombardy fairgrounds but would like to bring this event closer to this area. The chamber will look towards ways of supporting this event in hopes of getting it closer in future years so that local businesses will benefit from the event. For more information on this you can go to their web page Eastern Ontario Bluegrass.
* Mel has asked that the Chamber think of what we would like to see done for the local area that he would be able to take to the meetings of the “PEER” (Partnership for Economic Enhancement and Revitalization, this group is looking for long or short term action ideas. We will discuss more on this at a future meeting.
* Looking for a new objective for this year the group talked about possible chamber supported signs in the villages, directional village signs, business & chamber supported signs. More discussion on this will be done at another meeting.
* Our Chamber meeting April 20 will be the next meet & greet held at the Fire hall in Seeley’s Bay. John Sideris & Liz Huff will work to get 3 speakers: one possible being Keys, another a program with the military in that the government will sponsor a military worker, the third will be announced later. Invitations and posters will go out to businesses in the area designed by Dale Moore and Dawne Fiegen. Ron Rudd will be in charge of food. If you have or know of a business that might be interested in this event let us know. Dale to contact the township to book the hall. Moved by John Sideris Seconded by Dodie Elkins that we plan the meet & greet with the guest speakers on April 20 and that the hall be booked for the night.
* Current affairs:
* Storyfest this Saturday Jan 17 at the Lyndhurst Legion
* Storyfest March 6 at the Seeley’s Bay fire hall
* 8th annual ice fishing derby Sat Feb 27th, contact Wings live bait in Lyndhurst for more information
* Frost fest is coming up Feb 5 – 7 in Seeley’s Ba
Meeting adjourned 9:00 pm
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
November Chamber Meeting Minutes
–meeting held at Fire Training Hall, Lyndhurst ON.
Businesses in Attendance: Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages), Terri Dawson (The Green Gecko), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait & Tackle), Liz Huff (SBARA), Dale Moore (The Nest Egg), Ron Rudd (Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home) and Terri Wood (Estate Broker)
Next Meeting: January 13th/ 2016
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous minutes: Moved by John Sideris and seconded by Ron Rudd to accept the previous minutes as written
Treasure Report: Treasurer not available
Secretary - Correspondence received: No new correspondence at this time
Update:
* Speaker Al Tom still wants to speak at a meeting
* Hydro One also wants to speak at a meeting
* Ron Rudd will be putting in a Business float in the Lyndhurst Santa Parade, will also add the Chamber banner
* Board of Chamber Members Tori Watson & Roger White have stepped down for 2016, President Mel Magalas, Vice President John Sideris, Secretary Dale Moore and Treasurer Kristina Cain have accepted to stand for another year. All other Directors will be contacted to see if they will be willing to stand for another year.
* Shop n’ hop: Terri D has announce there are 10 businesses taking part this year and also
1. 9700 flyers will be out in the Mural paper
2. Store will be given handouts
3. Web site is up to date
4. Info has been sent to all participants for facebook, flyers etc.
5. Radio ads will be on 99.9
* Chamber website will be updated soon to show the shop n’ hop
* Spring Showcase “June 11 2016” We need to see what will be happening with the money that we have been given for this, Council will be talking about this at the next council meeting Dec 7.
* Spring Showcase, Terri D has contacted a source for the folders; they said it will be possible to pay for them with ads from local businesses.
* Spring Showcase, John S will book the date with the Lyndhurst Legion
New Business:
* Christmas Social: Dec 13 1-5pm, inquiring with SBARA to see if they would be interested in attending and also Lyndhurst rejuvenation committee. This will again be an open social, more info and confirmation will be sent out later.
* John Sideris has a guest speaker about military getting back into the work force retraining program. A suggestion was made to have a night of guest speakers in the future.
* SABARA update, agm meeting 1st impressions reported Seeley’s Bay signage at entrances needs updated, way finding signs are needed and attention to deteriorated homes. All this is know and is in the process of dealing with.
Current affairs:
* Seeley’s Bay Tree lighting Nov 27 730pm
* Lyndhurst Caroling Dec 6
* Seeley’s Bay Retirement home Open House Dec 3, 1-8pm
* Red Project with Cindy Healy of Seeley’s Bay helping local Businesses work with the new brand
* June 4 Seeley’s Bay Red Canoefest
* Story fest on the road, Lyndhurst Legion Jan 17
* Seeley’s Bay March 6 Matt Saunders talk on Bats
Meeting adjourned 9:00pm
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
–meeting held at Fire Training Hall, Lyndhurst ON.
Businesses in Attendance: Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages), Terri Dawson (The Green Gecko), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait & Tackle), Liz Huff (SBARA), Dale Moore (The Nest Egg), Ron Rudd (Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home) and Terri Wood (Estate Broker)
Next Meeting: January 13th/ 2016
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous minutes: Moved by John Sideris and seconded by Ron Rudd to accept the previous minutes as written
Treasure Report: Treasurer not available
Secretary - Correspondence received: No new correspondence at this time
Update:
* Speaker Al Tom still wants to speak at a meeting
* Hydro One also wants to speak at a meeting
* Ron Rudd will be putting in a Business float in the Lyndhurst Santa Parade, will also add the Chamber banner
* Board of Chamber Members Tori Watson & Roger White have stepped down for 2016, President Mel Magalas, Vice President John Sideris, Secretary Dale Moore and Treasurer Kristina Cain have accepted to stand for another year. All other Directors will be contacted to see if they will be willing to stand for another year.
* Shop n’ hop: Terri D has announce there are 10 businesses taking part this year and also
1. 9700 flyers will be out in the Mural paper
2. Store will be given handouts
3. Web site is up to date
4. Info has been sent to all participants for facebook, flyers etc.
5. Radio ads will be on 99.9
* Chamber website will be updated soon to show the shop n’ hop
* Spring Showcase “June 11 2016” We need to see what will be happening with the money that we have been given for this, Council will be talking about this at the next council meeting Dec 7.
* Spring Showcase, Terri D has contacted a source for the folders; they said it will be possible to pay for them with ads from local businesses.
* Spring Showcase, John S will book the date with the Lyndhurst Legion
New Business:
* Christmas Social: Dec 13 1-5pm, inquiring with SBARA to see if they would be interested in attending and also Lyndhurst rejuvenation committee. This will again be an open social, more info and confirmation will be sent out later.
* John Sideris has a guest speaker about military getting back into the work force retraining program. A suggestion was made to have a night of guest speakers in the future.
* SABARA update, agm meeting 1st impressions reported Seeley’s Bay signage at entrances needs updated, way finding signs are needed and attention to deteriorated homes. All this is know and is in the process of dealing with.
Current affairs:
* Seeley’s Bay Tree lighting Nov 27 730pm
* Lyndhurst Caroling Dec 6
* Seeley’s Bay Retirement home Open House Dec 3, 1-8pm
* Red Project with Cindy Healy of Seeley’s Bay helping local Businesses work with the new brand
* June 4 Seeley’s Bay Red Canoefest
* Story fest on the road, Lyndhurst Legion Jan 17
* Seeley’s Bay March 6 Matt Saunders talk on Bats
Meeting adjourned 9:00pm
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
Note : October Meeting Cancelled due to storm and hydro outages
Rescheduled for Nov 18th
Minutes of September 30th Meeting
Chamber Minutes/ Sept 30th/16
Attendance: Ron Rudd, Dawne Fiegen, Liz Huff, Terri Dawson, Tori Watson, John Sideris, Rob Taillon, Moira Vanderwerf ,Terri Wood, Kristina Cain, Mel Magalas
Kristina gave us an update as to what our balance is in the Chamber account.
There was some discussion about the Chamber providing a float for the Santa Claus parade. Ron Rudd is looking into this further, and Mel will send out a newsletter to ask if any members are interested in working on a float.
Terri Dawson made a presentation with respect to “Shop n Hop” which will be held on the first Saturday in December. After some discussion about how the Chamber could become more involved in this event, it was agreed that the Chamber would commit to sponsoring this event. Terri Wood made a motion that the Chamber commit $500.00 toward sponsoring the “Shop ‘n Hop”. The motion was seconded by Rob Taillon and passed unanimously.
The “Spring Showcase” has been scheduled for Saturday June 12th and the time frame for this event will be from 10:00am til 4:00pm.
Mel provided a list of over 15 real estate agents in the area that are all supportive of the Spring Showcase and indicated that there were more to come.
There will be two host sites; the Legion in Seeley’s Bay and the Legion in Lyndhurst. Ron Rudd will oversee the Legion in Seeley’s Bay and Rob Taillon will oversee the Legion in Lyndhurst. Ron is looking into any conflict with using the Legion in Seeley’s Bay.
It was agreed to have two volunteers at each host site and coffee and /or muffins will be provided. Restaurants in both villages will be encouraged by the Chamber to provide coupons for breakfast and/or lunch specials.
Mel will be acting as the liaison person with the Real Estate Agents. Those agents involved in the Spring Showcase will be responsible for providing copies (50) of their open house listing to the Chamber, two weeks prior to the event. Business cards should also be made available.
The host sites will have file folders available, which will contain a map and coupons provided by businesses‘ from both villages. Upon arrival at the host site, visitors can then select which of the available listings they want to place in their folder.
The Chamber will also look into providing a slide presentation at each host site that will highlight features of both villages.
Tori and Terri will be looking into the different options available for purchasing file folders with the Chamber logo.
Dawne Fiegen has agreed to update any information pertaining to the Spring Showcase on to the Chamber Website.
Mel made a point of stressing to those in attendance the importance of encouraging as many Chamber members as possible to be part of the Showcase. Artisans can put on displays and retailers can have specials and street sales.
Mel informed the Chamber about the cost of mobile signs and felt this was the most effective way of advertising. The strategic locations to place these signs will be discussed further. Radio advertising, flyers and posters will all make up part of the overall Spring Showcase promotion.
Meeting adjourned 9:15pm
Next Chamber meeting Wednesday, Oct 28th Lyndhurst Fire hall 7:30pm
No Chamber Meeting in August-Summer Break
Minutes of July 22nd Meeting held at Briarlea Kitchen.
A special thanks to Moira Vanderwerf who provided members with a special tour of her blueberry field and gave us an insight as to what was involved in harvesting this
popular and healthy product.
Members present were: Dodie Elkins (Seeley’s Bay Family Chiropractic), Ron Rudd
(Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home), Tori Watson ( Allen Graphics), Moira Vanderwerf
(Briarlea Kitchen), Terri Dawson (The Green Gecko), Kristina Cain
(Tye'sCottages),Terri Wood (Real estate broker), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait &
Tackle) & Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages).
Update:
This meeting was a special summer meeting to discuss the pros and cons of moving
forward with the Chambers Spring Showcase. Terri Wood provided some insight
which led to a more detailed discussion as to whether or not the real estate agents in
the area would be involved and helpful towards making the Spring Showcase a
success. It was decided that Mel would speak to the various agents involved to get a
more definitive answer and positive commitment from the real estate agents who
might be involved, before moving forward.
Next Meeting :TBA
popular and healthy product.
Members present were: Dodie Elkins (Seeley’s Bay Family Chiropractic), Ron Rudd
(Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home), Tori Watson ( Allen Graphics), Moira Vanderwerf
(Briarlea Kitchen), Terri Dawson (The Green Gecko), Kristina Cain
(Tye'sCottages),Terri Wood (Real estate broker), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait &
Tackle) & Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages).
Update:
This meeting was a special summer meeting to discuss the pros and cons of moving
forward with the Chambers Spring Showcase. Terri Wood provided some insight
which led to a more detailed discussion as to whether or not the real estate agents in
the area would be involved and helpful towards making the Spring Showcase a
success. It was decided that Mel would speak to the various agents involved to get a
more definitive answer and positive commitment from the real estate agents who
might be involved, before moving forward.
Next Meeting :TBA
Minutes of Junes Meeting held at Lindsay Golf Course
June 24th, 7:30pm
Chamber June Meeting Minutes
Meeting held at Lyndway Hills Golf Club Lyndhurst-
Thanks to Chuck Galway, owner of Lyndway Golf Course for providing a great setting and some nibblies
In Attendance: Dodie Elkins (Seeley’s Bay Family Chiropractic), Chuck Galloway (Lyndway Hills Golf Club), Ron Rudd (Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home), Dale Moore (The Nest Egg), Moira Vanderwerf (Briarlea Kitchen), Terri Dawson (The Green Gecko), Peggy Sweet (SBARA), Susan Magalas (Susan Magalas Design), Dawne Fiegen (Wiltse Creek Studio), Liz Huff (SBARA), Terri Wood (Real estate broker), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait & Tackle) &Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages)
Next Meeting: Wed July 22nd 730 @ Briarlea Kitchen
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous minutes: Moved by Terri Dawson and seconded by Terri Wood to accept the previous minutes as sent out
Treasure Report: No Report was given as treasure wasn’t available
Correspondence received: There was no new correspondence at this time
Update
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com
Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca
Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Meeting held at Lyndway Hills Golf Club Lyndhurst-
Thanks to Chuck Galway, owner of Lyndway Golf Course for providing a great setting and some nibblies
In Attendance: Dodie Elkins (Seeley’s Bay Family Chiropractic), Chuck Galloway (Lyndway Hills Golf Club), Ron Rudd (Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home), Dale Moore (The Nest Egg), Moira Vanderwerf (Briarlea Kitchen), Terri Dawson (The Green Gecko), Peggy Sweet (SBARA), Susan Magalas (Susan Magalas Design), Dawne Fiegen (Wiltse Creek Studio), Liz Huff (SBARA), Terri Wood (Real estate broker), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait & Tackle) &Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages)
Next Meeting: Wed July 22nd 730 @ Briarlea Kitchen
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous minutes: Moved by Terri Dawson and seconded by Terri Wood to accept the previous minutes as sent out
Treasure Report: No Report was given as treasure wasn’t available
Correspondence received: There was no new correspondence at this time
Update
- Seeley’s Bay Red Canoe fest held in June had great weather, less activities as in the past; they had a great turn out. The event was held in the park and on the water. Can the chamber become involved for next year?
- Canada Day in the park in Seeley’s Bay has one final meeting, fewer volunteers than in the past. They are already prepared for a fun day. Their fireworks are the best in the area. The flyers are now out in the mail.
- The Lyndhurst Billboard location on hwy 42 has been confirmed. The estimated cost to complete the board is 3000.00. It was moved by Liz Huff and seconded by Susan Magalas that we proceed to install the sign on hwy 42 with the assistance of the volunteers from LRC to install and the chamber will fund the extra $500.00 that is needed. All in favour.
- It was moved by Dodie Elkins and seconded by Terri Dawson to continue with the summer meetings, and to focus on the yellow balloon event and not add more to our plate.
- The next meeting will be held at Briarlea Kitchen and the August meeting will be held at Wiltse creek studios
- Yellow Balloon event. Mel had previously sent out a 4 page brief of tonight’s discussion. From this brief the items below have come about.
- Yellow balloon name needs to be rethought; it doesn’t represent selling homes or businesses
- Can’t pick the buildings we will have to wait till later next year
- Will have to have cooperation from sellers as the estate broker can’t be everywhere
- Do all homes need to be open to the public, it was thought yes…
- If the estate broker isn’t available it must be the home owner present
- The best day for this event was to be thought of Saturday
- Time for this event would be 10-4
- Avoid Saturdays like father’s day or bass opening
- The headquarters or central meeting place should be one place rather than two to allow for bigger displays less volunteers needed
- All estate brokers working in this area will get contacted to see if they want to participate in this
- We need to advertise all markets, farms, homes, businesses & cottages
- Advertise the attractiveness of the area, life style, price, quality of life
- For August meeting: need to think of a name for event
- Could produce an event page for facebook
- When a selection of names are received could do a survey monkey for votes from members
- Signage: what do we want, where are they going
- Election signage could get them by the 100’s at good prices,
- On signs use caution on putting dates, so can be used next year
- What areas are we targeting; do we target Toronto or wait till following year?
- Part of the money should go toward professional advertizing
- Could attend real estate shows, cottage shows,
- Could have a story written from a few people that have moved here “testimonials” and print in 55 magazine or cottage life
- September meeting, where do we get large maps to post on walls, we could do slide shows or project map on wall
- Where is the boundary for this area, do we only do Lyndhurst & Seeleys Bay area this year and maybe expand next year
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com
Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca
Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Minutes Of Lyndhurst Seeleys Bay Chamber, May 27th,2015
Chamber Meeting Minutes
meeting held at Fire Training Hall, Lyndhurst ON.
Businesses in Attendance: Mel Magalas (Redfish Cottages), Eric Blabey (Let it Grow Greenhouse), Dawne Fiegen (Wiltse Creek Studio), Terri Dawson (The Green Gecko), John Sideris (Wings Live Bait & Tackle), Liz Huff (SBARA), Ted Kirby (Kirkby’s Landscaping), Kristina Cain (Tyes Cottages), Dale Moore (The Nest Egg) and Dodie Elkins (Seeley’s Bay Family Chiropractic)
Next Meeting: 7:30pm Wed June 24th, Lyndway Golf Club
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous minutes: Moved by John Sideris and seconded by Liz Huff to accept the previous minutes as written
Treasure Report: The Chamber bills to date are all paid up; the balance in the account is just under $10,000.00.
Correspondence received: There was no new correspondence at this time
Update:
- Map and Directory – Comments being heard about the new brochure are all great, it was discussed that the remainder of the maps & brochures be left at a spot in Lyndhurst & Seeley’s Bay for easy pickup from Businesses if needed. Locations discussed are Wings & The Nest Egg
- Business to business meeting held last month follow up – a thank you card will be sent for the use of Camp Hyanto and Mel will discuss the fee with them that the Chamber will pay for the use of it
- Chamber support for Turkey Fair – Terri read a letter from the Turkey Fair for the Chamber support in which the Chamber will have their name listed on this year’s Turkey Fair T-shirts for a $50.00 fee. Moved by Liz Huff and seconded by Dawne Fiegen that we pay the $50.00 fee for advertizing on the t-shirts
- John Sideris has asked that the Chamber show their support for the Shop & Hop in December and the yard/sidewalk sales in May with advertizing help. It was decided that we need to discuss further if the chamber has the money to put forward for this at this time. Also discussed: if more businesses get on board this might allow for more advertizing money, the Chamber could rent a bus for travel between the villages to show support. If the chamber does advertizing it could mention the chamber businesses in the ads. Terri Dawson will look into the advertising costs and bring to chamber for a better understanding of where and how the chamber might be involved. As this is not a chamber event it was discussed if it should be one? Also mentioned was the amount of work that has to go into arranging this with the work to design and contact the businesses, if it gets larger it will require a lot more work!
- Lyndhurst billboard – Time has come to get the second billboard up, as no location has been found on hwy 15 and the chamber is sitting on the money the space that Mensen Farms has offered on hwy 42 needs consideration now. It was moved by Liz Huff and seconded by John Sideris that we spend the $2500.00 to pay to have the sign made and installed. Terri Dawson will contact the sign company and get the estimate for the sign along with contacting the volunteers that helped to erect the first sign for their help on this one. She will update us at the next meeting.
- Yellow Balloon event – this is the event in which yellow balloons will be placed at business/home/cottages that are for sale in our area on one specific day and they all will hold open houses. It was asked when should it be held, fall or spring? Also a committee will need to be formed as this will take a lot of work. There will need to be a lot of work and time to be done by one or more real estate reps. As there were lots of questions that couldn’t be answered except by a real estate agent, we will have to wait till we can get them to attend a meeting. It was moved by John Sideris and seconded by Dale Moore that we move the event to spring and book a date by September. Also mentioned that we keep on the agendas the need for committee members that we proceed to look into advertizing. Mel will break down the details of what the committee members will be doing for a better understand before they volunteer. So that the villages don’t look like they are a dead town with all the empty spots we will have to make sure we look full, pretty and friendly, having the businesses that are open to assist in some way with the event.
Current affairs:
- New Brockville and the 1000 islands vacation guide is out it has the Chamber advertizing with the Seeley’s Bay & Lyndhurst article, pick up your copy now.
- Special mention to the advertisement of Singleton Lake Family Campground in the vacation guide
- Seeley’s Bay retirement home is getting a new paint job!
- Wings had a large tent for the village yard sales that stood out
- The Nest Egg had a new spruce up with paint and large banners
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com
Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca
Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
April 22nd/2015 Minutes 2015
Chamber Meeting Minutes
–meeting held at Camp Hyanto in Lyndhurst
Businesses in Attendance: Mensen farm, Godfrey Plumbing Services Ltd., Petra’s Place Chip Truck, Camp Hyanto, Vogelzang Arts & Antiques, Briarlea Kitchen, Redfish Cottages, Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home, Let it Grow Greenhouse, Wiltse Creek Studio, The Green Gecko, Allen Graphics Ltd., Wings Live Bait & Tackle, Rob’s Shop, SBARA, Kirkby’s Landscaping, Tyes Cottages, B.G. Tye Excavating, The Nest Egg, Seeley’s Bay Iron & Metal Ltd., Rideau Breeze Marina, Seeley’s Bay Family Chiropractic, Kelsey Dairy Farm, Terri Wood estate broker, John Paul Jackson
Next Meeting: Wed May 27 at the Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre
Meeting called to order at 7:15
Previous minutes: Moved by Terri Dawson and seconded by Ron Rudd to accept the previous minutes as sent out
Treasure Report: after a detailed explanation of the document handed out, we have 14,978.83 in the bank, estimated spending this year $6710.00 this amount is our normal yearly withdrawals and does not include any new ventures. Our income for 2015 was 4125.00; it was noted to watch spending as we are spending more than we are receiving.
Correspondence received: There was no new correspondence at this time
Update:
* Map and Directory are now printed and ready for hand out. Maps need to be distributed to store front businesses. If you haven’t received yours you can contact the chamber and some will be distributed to you or a place to pick them up. It was noted that the maps are a test run so only 500 have been printed the purpose of these maps are to help direct people to a business or village and not just to be handed out freely. Businesses are asked to let us know how this is working and if there is a need for these or will the directory work on its own. All comments for improvements are accepted. More can be ordered if needed.
(Dale has taken some for the Seeley’s Bay area and will distribute)
* Amber Graham from WTC did not attend; they are still working on a project that would allow free Wifi in the villages of Seeley’s Bay & Lyndhurst, she would like to attend once they have gathered all the information needed.
* Website – Dawne has been working on cleaning up the website and asks that the businesses check their information and send her any updates and new photos that they would like to see posted. She is working on some new things and will bring her suggestions to another meeting. This will take some time to get this all updated and asks for your patience but would like suggestions to make it better. You can send changes or suggestion directly to her email at. (Dawne Fiegen wiltsecreekstudio@gmail.com )
* Facebook – Terri Dawson has been looking into a chamber member only facebook group that would allow business to business info. This site would only be used to update important information about businesses to other business that would allow this information to be spread faster than normal. As an example if a cottage suddenly became
available for rent, a business was having a special weekend event or a business was in need of something. It is important that we keep up-to-date on what’s happening in our area to be able to spread the word to help out other businesses. She has asked approval for this and to use the Chamber logo and name.
Motioned by Ron Rudd and seconded by Tori Watson that Terri Dawson design the facebook page and use the Chamber name & logo.
* Lyndhurst road sign – As Lyndhurst has been looking for a piece of land along hwy 15 to put up their 2nd road sign hasn’t been found Mensen farm has offered some land on hwy 42 that might do. They have asked that a place on the sign be available so that they would be able to post a directional sign to their business and in return would not charge us for the space. It has been asked that the Lyndhurst Rejuvenation Committee look into this spot to see if it would be a alternative for a sign.
* Yellow Balloon - The Chamber is still unaware how we stand on funding. The purpose of this weekend would be to widely advertize this areas vacant business and homes, asking that the weekend be used for open houses where a yellow balloons would be used to mark the streets where a vacant place would be. Another possibility to get purchasers here would be to offer a luncheon and seminars - anything to show off and use the area.
New Business:
* Carol Fitzpatrick manager of Camp Hyanto spoke of the availability to rent the community hall. The hall holds about 150, they will look to confirm this number and the hall has a large kitchen for use. The hall can be used for gatherings, meetings, weddings and so much more. The Camp is busy from June to Aug but might be able to make arrangements; it is available during the off season. Rental of this building will help with improvements.
* Christmas float – the chamber put a float in the Christmas parade and part of that float was a handmade fireplace that is now stored at Redfish cottages. The fireplace is needed to be moved, we are looking for a storage area that we can put this fireplace till it is needed again. If no space is found the fireplace will be destroyed.
* Canada 150th in 2017 – The chamber should plan on doing something for this, it doesn’t have to be held on Canada day. Suggested was to reenact the canoe trails. We should plan on doing something for this, suggestions are welcome.
* Steering committee – a survey was handed out and the chamber broke into groups to go over this. The final answers will be inputted by Mel into the online survey that had previously been sent to all members.
Meeting adjourned 9pm
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
–meeting held at Camp Hyanto in Lyndhurst
Businesses in Attendance: Mensen farm, Godfrey Plumbing Services Ltd., Petra’s Place Chip Truck, Camp Hyanto, Vogelzang Arts & Antiques, Briarlea Kitchen, Redfish Cottages, Seeley’s Bay Retirement Home, Let it Grow Greenhouse, Wiltse Creek Studio, The Green Gecko, Allen Graphics Ltd., Wings Live Bait & Tackle, Rob’s Shop, SBARA, Kirkby’s Landscaping, Tyes Cottages, B.G. Tye Excavating, The Nest Egg, Seeley’s Bay Iron & Metal Ltd., Rideau Breeze Marina, Seeley’s Bay Family Chiropractic, Kelsey Dairy Farm, Terri Wood estate broker, John Paul Jackson
Next Meeting: Wed May 27 at the Lyndhurst Fire Training Centre
Meeting called to order at 7:15
Previous minutes: Moved by Terri Dawson and seconded by Ron Rudd to accept the previous minutes as sent out
Treasure Report: after a detailed explanation of the document handed out, we have 14,978.83 in the bank, estimated spending this year $6710.00 this amount is our normal yearly withdrawals and does not include any new ventures. Our income for 2015 was 4125.00; it was noted to watch spending as we are spending more than we are receiving.
Correspondence received: There was no new correspondence at this time
Update:
* Map and Directory are now printed and ready for hand out. Maps need to be distributed to store front businesses. If you haven’t received yours you can contact the chamber and some will be distributed to you or a place to pick them up. It was noted that the maps are a test run so only 500 have been printed the purpose of these maps are to help direct people to a business or village and not just to be handed out freely. Businesses are asked to let us know how this is working and if there is a need for these or will the directory work on its own. All comments for improvements are accepted. More can be ordered if needed.
(Dale has taken some for the Seeley’s Bay area and will distribute)
* Amber Graham from WTC did not attend; they are still working on a project that would allow free Wifi in the villages of Seeley’s Bay & Lyndhurst, she would like to attend once they have gathered all the information needed.
* Website – Dawne has been working on cleaning up the website and asks that the businesses check their information and send her any updates and new photos that they would like to see posted. She is working on some new things and will bring her suggestions to another meeting. This will take some time to get this all updated and asks for your patience but would like suggestions to make it better. You can send changes or suggestion directly to her email at. (Dawne Fiegen wiltsecreekstudio@gmail.com )
* Facebook – Terri Dawson has been looking into a chamber member only facebook group that would allow business to business info. This site would only be used to update important information about businesses to other business that would allow this information to be spread faster than normal. As an example if a cottage suddenly became
available for rent, a business was having a special weekend event or a business was in need of something. It is important that we keep up-to-date on what’s happening in our area to be able to spread the word to help out other businesses. She has asked approval for this and to use the Chamber logo and name.
Motioned by Ron Rudd and seconded by Tori Watson that Terri Dawson design the facebook page and use the Chamber name & logo.
* Lyndhurst road sign – As Lyndhurst has been looking for a piece of land along hwy 15 to put up their 2nd road sign hasn’t been found Mensen farm has offered some land on hwy 42 that might do. They have asked that a place on the sign be available so that they would be able to post a directional sign to their business and in return would not charge us for the space. It has been asked that the Lyndhurst Rejuvenation Committee look into this spot to see if it would be a alternative for a sign.
* Yellow Balloon - The Chamber is still unaware how we stand on funding. The purpose of this weekend would be to widely advertize this areas vacant business and homes, asking that the weekend be used for open houses where a yellow balloons would be used to mark the streets where a vacant place would be. Another possibility to get purchasers here would be to offer a luncheon and seminars - anything to show off and use the area.
New Business:
* Carol Fitzpatrick manager of Camp Hyanto spoke of the availability to rent the community hall. The hall holds about 150, they will look to confirm this number and the hall has a large kitchen for use. The hall can be used for gatherings, meetings, weddings and so much more. The Camp is busy from June to Aug but might be able to make arrangements; it is available during the off season. Rental of this building will help with improvements.
* Christmas float – the chamber put a float in the Christmas parade and part of that float was a handmade fireplace that is now stored at Redfish cottages. The fireplace is needed to be moved, we are looking for a storage area that we can put this fireplace till it is needed again. If no space is found the fireplace will be destroyed.
* Canada 150th in 2017 – The chamber should plan on doing something for this, it doesn’t have to be held on Canada day. Suggested was to reenact the canoe trails. We should plan on doing something for this, suggestions are welcome.
* Steering committee – a survey was handed out and the chamber broke into groups to go over this. The final answers will be inputted by Mel into the online survey that had previously been sent to all members.
Meeting adjourned 9pm
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain - chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
Minutes of Lyndhurst Seeley's Bay Chamber, March 25th,2015
Chamber Meeting Minutes
– held at the Fire Department Training Hall, Lyndhurst
Attendance: Ron Rudd, Peter Vogelzang, Liz Huff, Terri Dawson, Mike Smith, Roger White, Chuck Shaw, Rob Taillon, Dawne Fiegen, Tori Watson, Terri Wood, Kristina Cain, John Sideris & Dale Moore
Next Meeting: April 22 2015 at 7:30
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous minutes: Moved by Terri Wood and seconded by Ron Rudd that we accept the previous minutes as printed
Treasure Report: Bank account is at $16,600.00 with no bills owning. $2500.00 of that is set aside for the Lyndhurst sign. Just billed Frost Fest & Turkey Fair their portion of the insurance bill it has been confirmed with insurance that the Turkey Fair holds their own insurance for their parade we are not paying for that nor are we being billed for it; also previously confirmed that we do not hold any insurance for the Seeley’s Bay Canada Day festival.
57 members to date, 3 outstanding members to pay
Correspondence received: none at this time
Update:
Map pads & Directory have gone off to designers at Allan Graphics, awaiting new photos for directory. We are looking for a few good photos with people in them.
Once proofs are available they will be sent to the map/directory committee for a final look along with Mel for a sign off. We are hoping to have them done for the April meeting for hand out.
If you have a great photo of Seeley’s Bay or Lyndhurst you can send them to Tori at tori@allangraphics.ca Photos are needed asap. It would be helpful to have photos with people in them
New Web site update from Mel, we have managed to keep our same address as in the past. Asking that everyone take a look, if you have ideas or comments he would like to hear them, this is an ongoing process and is open to ideas from everyone.
It was suggested to have a place that businesses could post specials
Add a counter to see how many people are viewing the page
Have a place people can leave comments about the area for others to read
Business to Business – it has been agreed that we will hold a business to business BBQ social before our April meeting that will invite all chamber business and any others wanting to attend giving them a chance to bring bulk information in the form of business cards, rack cards or flyers that can be picked up by other businesses that have the space to be able to display them. We will have a BBQ prior to our regular meeting allowing businesses to socialize and pick up advertizing material; they will then have the option to attend the meeting if they choose. Invites with more detail will be sent out at a later date.
New Business:
- Michael Smith from the Gananoque Chamber spoke about 2017 and the 150th Canada Birthday, having a goal to work together for grants associated with this event. Mel has previously met with Mike, together they are hoping the chambers will come together to support each other, for better chamber involvement this could be done possibly by offering discounted dues when your part of one chamber and want to join another is one option. The more businesses we show in our advertizing the better our villages/towns look. Michael has shown interest in joining our chamber.
- Group Advertizing, Terri Dawson has brought forward an advertizing adventure that last year brought 6 businesses together to advertize in the Brockville vacation guide that featured an article about Lyndhurst & Seeley’s Bay. This opportunity is once again being offered.
For more information contact terri@greengecko.ca Terri will send out information about pricing and updates when she receives it.
Motioned by Ron Rudd, seconded by Terri Wood that the chamber pays for the full page article about Lyndhurst & Seeley’s Bay promoting the villages and the chamber at a cost of $600.00 plus taxes. The chamber voted on this and all attending where in favour.
- Strategic Planning committee, Mel attended the first committee meeting and will keep the chamber up to date on future meetings.
- Mel heard more about our funding from Elaine Mallory and it looks like we could receive funding for the yellow Balloon event, the fishing derby and the web site. It is still a wait and see but looking more positive. Mel mentioned that whatever event we decide to do it would be best to plan things out right with no rushing. If we can’t do it this year we will plan longer to do it for next year.
- Wifi internet for public. Mel is in talks with WTC regarding possible having wifi sponsored by the chamber located in the two villages for tourists. It would be offered with a sign up type of deal having the tourist go to the web site for password etc. As there are other businesses offering wifi the chamber would not want to interfere in their business. It is not yet understood just what might be offered or how this will be dealt with. Mel will keep the chamber up to date.
Lyndhurst will be holding the plant sale and village yard sales Victoria day weekend.
SABARA is exploring an adventure with 1000 island accommodations “festival of small halls” where musicians will play in small villages during the 1st 2 weeks in Sept.
The Victoria Day Festival “Red Canoe Fest” is cancelled
There will be a smaller version of the red canoe fest held in June on the 6th with Kids & cops, silent poker run & community BBQ.
Meeting adjourned 930
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - _ redfishcottages@hotmail.com
Vice President John Sideris - siderisjp@sympatico.ca
Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain- chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com
Minutes of Lyndhurst Seeley's Bay Chamber, February 26th,2015
From February 26th – held at the Fire Training Hall, Lyndhurst
Attendance: Mel Magalas, John Sideris, Kristina Cain, Dale Moore, Ron Rudd, Alan & Velma Kelsey, Josh Mensen, & Terri Wood
Next Meeting: Fire Training Hall, Lyndhurst Wednesday March 25th at 7:30pm
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous minutes: moved by John Sideris, seconded by Ron Rudd to accept the previous minutes as sent out.
Treasurer Report: Kristina updated bank account information, no outstanding bills and is soon billing the Frost Fest & Turkey Fair for their share of the insurance bill. Memberships are still arriving; we are now over the 50 membership mark.
Correspondence received: There has been no correspondence received at this time
Update:
Re-Proposal for funding:
There has been no definite update; we have been approved for funding for our web site also approved was funding toward the new floating dock in Lyndhurst. There is still a lot in the air regarding all funding, Mel will be meeting with Elaine Mallory Director of Planning and Development to see if he can get more information and will update the chamber as information arrives.
2015 Brochure & Tear off Map:
Handed out was a rough draft of what the brochure committee has been discussing to date. They have asked that chamber understands & approves what their intentions are with regards to what they want to show on the map. They plan to use legends to show what businesses offer, to show what a visitor might do when they visit this area and to show enough to keep visitors in the area. The space is limited so by using legends they hope to show a lot in the space given. The committee will meet again to finalize their goals and will then give the information to Allan Graphics. The committee asks that the chamber approves their ideas and give the group the ok to go forward.
The new brochure will have a few changes in that the chamber members will be highlighted and listed before businesses that are not members. A facebook legend will be placed beside the businesses that are on facebook. It was noted that there are businesses that after numerous contact by various ways have not confirmed their information, wanted to become a member or to be a part of the brochure. After months of hard work the committees are hopeful that the brochure won’t contain any wrong or outdated information, the committee will not list those businesses that have not replied. We hope that by printing these brochures more frequent it will allow us to keep more up-to-date and allow businesses to get in on the next printing issue. We will print on the brochure a date for the next issue and contact information.
Moved by Dale Moore, seconded by John Sideris to have the Brochure/Map committee to go ahead with the map as mentioned above, to print the brochure every two years and mention the next update on the brochure.
New Business:
Web site update:
Do we continue with the present web site design and company or do we change? The question has come up as we are presently starting a new year with the company we are with, and if we are changing this is the time to do it.
Mel showed a sample with an online web site called Weebly that he has been working on to show what can be done for a chamber site. With this site it is easy to upload information in a timely fashion, allowing us to keep updated more infrequently. Mel agreed to run this site if we choose to go this route. The cost for this site would be 100.00 compared to 300.00 and would allow members to email information directly to Mel for a quick site update. The only question would be the domain name, Mel will contact the present web site hose to see if it is possible to purchase it or will we need to change it and if so will the present company post a redirection to the new site.
Moved by Terri Wood, seconded by Ron Rudd that we proceed with the new Weebly web site, to be hosted by Mel Magalas.
Mel also suggested that with the ease of this web site the chamber could offer help with businesses that don’t already have one or need an update.
Fishing Derby Proposal:
The Chamber would like to host a fishing derby to be held in Lyndhurst & Seeley’s Bay at the same time. Because John Sideris and Roger White both have experience in running a fishing derby the question was asked could they run this. After some discussion it was decided that Mel would hold a meeting with John & Roger to see what all would be required to run two fishing derbies at the same time.
Questions that needed to be answered what equipment would be needed, how many volunteers would be needed and where do we get them? What time of year would be a good time to run these? If John & Roger aren’t available to run these who could we get, is there someone local?
This will be further discussed at another meeting once the above mentioned meeting has happened.
Calendar of Chamber events for 2015:
A calendar of events will be compiled from events of both villages to see where and how the chamber can get involved. This will also show what the chamber has happening and can be shown on the web site. A rough draft has been compiled but more input is needed, this will be sent out once it is done.
Dale Moore suggested that we hold a meeting of sorts in April for all chamber businesses to get together and pass out quantities of their business cards, or information for those businesses that have places and the ability to hand out information during the peak season. She has asked this because as an example her business hands out information on a daily bases for the area, once we get visitors to the area we can keep them here a while by giving them choices of things to do, places to visit or stay and things to see. More information will follow for a date and place for this event.
Meeting adjourned 9:35
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com Vice President John Sideris - siderisjp@sympatico.ca Secretary Dale Moore - chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasure Kristina Cane - chamber.treasure@hotmail.com
Minutes of Lyndhurst Seeley's Bay Chamber, January 8th,2015
Chamber Meeting Minutes
January 8th 2015– held at the Fire Department training hall, Lyndhurst
Attendance: Rob Taillon, Derek Ouellet, Cindy Healy, Moira Vanderwerf, Tori Watson, John Sideris, Sandra Jaquith, Pete Bronsema, Roger White, Sue Magalas, Ron Rudd, Terri Dawson, Terri Wood, Mel Magalas & Dale Moore
Next Meeting: Thursday February 26th 7:30pm
Meeting called to order at 7:30
Previous Minutes: motioned by Rob Taillon, seconded by Sue Magalas, all in favor & approved passed
Treasurer Report: Treasurer not available
Correspondence: A bill from Canadian Chamber of Commerce received, motioned by Roger White 2nd by Ron Rudd to pay
Map Update: Committee members consisting of Terri Dawson, Terri Wood, Tori Watson, Kristina Cain & Dale Moore have been contacting local businesses for updated information by emails, mail & phone. New directory will have new photos, updated format & new description of villages. Tear off map will hopefully have planned or suggested day tours for tourists, all depending on time line.
Suggestion to have new directory sent out to residences & business by mail or inserted in local paper.
Window Decal Update: Decals have been received and handed out at meeting, others needing the decal can contact the chamber
New Business: Mel has been working on a Chamber presentation to council for an opportunity for funding for some upcoming projects.
Mel had previously sent out his presentations by email for members to view before the meeting, as there is too much detail to list here, you may request a copy
Presentations:
Chamber Business Directory and Map Pad - motioned passed by Sue Magalas, 2nd by Tori Watson
Meet ’n & Greet - motioned passed by Terri Wood, 2nd by Dale Moore
Chamber Annual Award Presentation – motioned passed by Terri Dawson, 2nd by Sue Magalas
Community Events – motioned passed by Sue Magalas, 2nd by Ron Rudd
Yellow Balloon Day – motioned passed by Terri Dawson, 2nd by Ron Rudd
Chamber Website – motioned passed by Terri Wood, 2nd by John Sideris
Fishing Derby – motioned passed by John Sideris, 2nd by Terri Dawson
Chamber Fees: There has been some concern with members signing up in the middle to the end of our membership year, it has been motioned and passed that members who join in July or after will get a reduced rate of half price $37.50 for a one time new membership. Chamber memberships are due January of each year, lasting till end of December. It was also motioned and passed that starting in November of each year invoices will be sent out, it has been mentioned that it was easier keep up to date with the memberships when invoices where received.
Motioned by Tori Watson, 2nd Dale Moore - passed.
Meeting adjourned 9:35
www.lyndhurstseeleysbaychamber.com
President Mel Magalas - redfishcottages@hotmail.com
Vice President John Sideris – siderisjp@sympatico.ca
Secretary Dale Moore – chamber-secretary@kingston.net
Treasurer Kristina Cain – chamber.treasurer@hotmail.com