Attendance: Shelley Erickson, Linda Burrell, Yvonne Leussink, Paul Leussink, Ninette Savage-Howe, Doug Ramsbottom, Richard Kutt, Joyce Dreger, Bob McIntyre, Kirk Kluchka, Valerie Burrell, Jay Arsenault, Jim Waddell, John Boulton, Jim McAllister.
Meeting started at 7:05 PM
1. Review of agenda
2. Introduction of new Town Administrator, Richard Kutt
3. Adoption of Minutes of March 25, 2003. Moved Valerie, Seconded Kirk. Passed
4. Economic Planning Initiative
Shelley outlined the purpose of this initiative: to focus all stakeholders in the community on the process and tools for the planning for improved and sustainable economic, social and political activity in this community. This should be accomplished through a series of workshops in Sundre developed by the Economic Developers Association of Alberta. These workshops are in two parts;
Basic Training Program;
First Complete Session: Friday April 23, Saturday April 24, (20 registered)
Second Complete Session: Monday April 26, Tuesday April 27,
Strategic Planning Program;BR>
Tuesday May 4, Thursday May 6
It may be possible to obtain financial assistance to pay for these workshops.
5. North-West Residential Subdivision. Paul Leussink outlined the proposals for
subdivision to the north of Snake Hill. The first Phase of 52 lots was approved- in-principle by the Sundre Town Council on March 22. This subdivision will have architectural controls including a minimum building size of 1500 square feet. The target market is upscale and Calgary. Paul is a long-time resident and a successful infrastructure development contractor.
6. Red Deer River Rally. The Board is proposing a community celebration on the
August long weekend which would include river activities and a street dance on Centre Street North. There are some issues regarding policing because this is classified as a 'special event'.
7. President's Report
(see attached)
8. Financial Reports
Both the Chamber and SATT audited reports were presented and show balances of $3917.74 and $ 1019.81 respectively.
Moved by Bob, Seconded by Joyce. Passed
9. SATT Brochure.
The Board has recommended a new format that is patterned after Rocky Mountain House map brochure. It is folded to map size and has maps on either side with advertising around the perimeter (50 units). The maps will be a regional map and a local area map that will highlight the tourist destinations.
It will cost about $15,000 to produce 40,000 copies. The distribution will continue with the assistance of Parcom. The Parcom contract can be extended if we can demonstrate a business plan that will move the Sundre brochure/map into a financially independent publication in the future. Selling of the advertising will be undertaken by Chamber members and the spaces will be $350. It is anticipated that the 40,000 maps will provide for a two year supply.
10. Election of Officers
The following directors have remaining terms;
Tom Mennear
Jim McAllister
Kirk Kluchka
Stephen Dodwell
John Boulton (appointed by the Board in 2003)boultonlaw@msn.com
Bob McIntyre (appointed by the Board in 2003)
Jim McAllister acclaimed as President
Kirk Kluchka acclaimed as Vice President
Nominations:
Treasurer: Ninette Savage-Howe ( nominated by John, seconded Joyce) Acclaimed ninette_savage-howe@weldwood.com
Secretary: Yvonne Leussink (nominated by Ninette, seconded Joyce) Acclaimed paul+yvonne-hightask@telusplanet.net
Directors:
Paul Leussink (nominated by Valarie, seconded John) Acclaimed paul+yvonne-hightask@telusplanet.net
Doug Ramsbottom ( nominated by Jim, seconded Shelley) Acclaimed doug@ehits.ca
Adjournment 9:00 PM; Moved by Joyce
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