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Steve Mau presented the Board Report highlights and
also the Winter Wonderland Wrap-Up. Steve presented
the info about the visitors to the site. He did get
a gentle reminder in to the group that decided that
they did not feel like collecting information, so
the figures are not as accurate as they could be. In
two years 15,000 cars with about 55,000 people have
viewed the displays. This year they represented 452
different zip codes and 31 states. The weather was a
plus and minus factor because the early snow did
bring people out to view the displays but also
caused some cancellations cutting down on the
totals. The big changes were the increase in the
total number of displays, the all LED Christmas tree
which is now a permanent part of the display, and
the additions to the Village of the gingerbread
house display, the large character cutouts for
photos on the deck, and the live music (thanks to
David Pundt). Many more people had their photos
taken with Santa this year since we gave them one
free photo. The kids design contest was again part
of the success of the project. The addition of two
walking tours involved about 300 people who enjoyed
the chance to take a leisurely view of the displays.
Projected revenue this year was $52,000. That would
have been fairly close without the addition of the
expenses for the LED and the trailers purchased for
storing. Actual profit shown on the statement was
$43,087.28. Plans are to return $35,000 to the
community. This does not reflect the additions to
the Arb which have improved the value of the
property including the infrastructure, the new
speakers, and the repairs to the entrance gate.
Midwest Displays has been paid for 2 1/2 years of
the three year contract and plans are to continue
with the company. The projection of 2010 is a profit
of $73,000 and by 2011 it should be up to $85,950 if
things continue to go as planned. Thanks to all the
Sertomans who made this work! Thanks Bob Morey for
your assistance with photography and Bonnie
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- The Aitkin Chamber of Commerce paid their
last year's bill in full and is scheduled for a
big show March 14th. Much help will be needed
for the set up and take downs.
- Membership dues collection is down--it could
be economic or it could be timing. Steve urged
people who are feeling a financial crunch to see
a Board member about working on the dues
problem. We would like to keep all of our active
members on board.
- New members welcomed are Karen Bare from the
Lodge and Jaime Rowlette from Weizenegger Engle
Insurance. Chris Close was a drop.
- We are participating in the Food Shelf Drive
for the Salvation Army the month of March. Bring
non perishable food to one or more of the March
meetings please.
- More information about the Sioux Falls
Convention will be announced shortly by
President Korte. If you have any questions
before that, call him.
- The Little Falls National Guard is deploying
and needs a two year commitment for assistance
on the Bataan Death March program. Les Franz,
David Pundt and Joe Schulte will get involved
this year so that they know what is needed. They
are looking for 30-35 volunteers to do the
"work".
- The Technical Committee is working on our
Central Line with Consolidated Telephone
Company. The number will be 454-SERVE and will
take voice mails, convert them to emails, and
send them to the appropriate person for a
response. Quick Books Online is probably going
to be the way finances are handled from now on.
Our current laptop is very outdated and this
will give more than one person access to the
information. Gus is also working on a new format
for the data base so we can get our roster
updated online and on paper.
- Sponsorship donated $3000 to Warrior Way,
$500 to the Fourth of July Celebration, $100 to
the Soap Box Derby and $50 to the Take a Kid
Fishing Program.
- Partnering with local non profit
organizations to provide personnel for Winter
Wonderland set up and take down is being
considered. This would relieve some of the
burden that seems a bit overwhelming at times
for members who are available during the day
time.
- Bob Morey has agreed to become the rookie
chair of the gossamer ceiling project.
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We are going to vote on our bylaws.
(View bylaws) We need everyone to
mark the date of that Sertoma meeting on
their calendars. You have to be there to
vote and your dues must be up to date. That
meeting will occur on Wednesday, Feb 25th at
12:05 p.m. at Bonanza Restaurant in Baxter,
Minnesota. Any members in good standing of
the Brainerd Area Sertoma Club as of January
14th are entitled to notice of this special
meeting and participation as voting members.
Proxies will not be allowed. The purpose of
the special meeting will be to revue and
approve the proposed revised by-laws for the
organization. A link on the newsletter web
page will be available until the voting day
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It is not too late to get your rookie
party tickets. Prizes and donations from
area businesses include hotel stays golf
packages, Moondance tickets, guided fishing
trips, Grand Casino packages, and gift
certificates galore. You can't win if you
aren't there. Call Tad Hoskins and he will
arrange for a rookie to meet you with your
tickets. Three percent of the cash bar
proceeds will be donated to the Minnesota
Military Families organization. The sober
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New Member Orientation is Monday
February 23 at Super Eight Motel at 5:30. At
least seven new members and their sponsors
should be there. Committee chairs also.
Dinner catered by Pam Bye and The Chapparal. |
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Bonnie Cumberland was up to her usual
tricks. She used her cute little clapper and
lots of mittens to encourage us to sign up
for the Helping Hands Awards--one for
leadership and one for mentoring a new
member. |
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application for Winter Wonderland
Sponsorship are available online at the
Sertoma site. They are also linked to the
Winter Wonderland Site. Encourage applicants
to go and get a copy to fill out. These will
be officially completed by late April or
early May. |
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Brainerd Area
Sertoma Club Calendar
Got a big event coming up—want to let everyone know?
Please send to Pam Sachs and it will be posted.
eglponys@brainerd.net |
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Drape Schedule |
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Joyce Mikesh (the grocery table was the lucky one) |
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Winner |
| Rich Rich Rich George Moore |
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members to a Sertoma meeting with the Club picking up the cost.
However, you will be billed $9.50 for any other guests. |
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As greeter you have several duties. You need to arrive about 10
minutes early. It is your job to greet people, help them find
their badges and sell them a ticket if they wish to participate.
The money collected must be divided by the Greeters equally--half
goes to the Current Club Treasurer for the social committee and
half goes to the Club President along with the bucket of tickets.
Be there by 11:45 and call somebody to substitute for you if you
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Dan Holmes, Jayme Holmes and Bob Morey |
| Mar. 4 |
Tad Hoskins, Dallas Humphrey, Nathan Kempka |
| Mar. 11 |
Katie Imgrund, Andy Isackson, Chuck Isackson |
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| Sertoman of the Day |
 Pete
Knight comes to Sertoma by way of People's Security and former
President Randy Phillips. Actually Randy brought him the first
time and abandoned him so he claims Karen Owen as his sponsor.
Pete is originally from Massachusetts and moved to Brainerd in
1992. He spent several years in his younger wilder days working
for C and L Distributing. In fact his most embarrassing moment
involves staying overnight in the back of the local liquor store
with his buddy Ted who still works for the company. It seems
they were driving a "BEER" truck and had sampled a bit too much
while restocking the liquor store. He also thought his toilet
paper beer can Christmas tree courtesy of his neighbors was a
close second. Pete married his wife Maureen on St. Patrick's Day
and settled into family life. His hobbies include camping,
boating and fishing with his daughter who 7 and his son who is
3. Pete is also a sports nut with an active remote. People's
Security Company bills itself as "Your online source for
security, home automation, and structured wiring for cable,
Internet and phone lines." They employ12 1/2 people (Pete says
Randy is the half) and the company is located in the Crow Wing
Power building. |
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President Korte sadly announced that Sue VanWagner who has been an
outstanding rookie member of our group is making a career change
and will no longer be able to participate in Sertoma. Thanks Sue
for all you have done!!
Thank you's for Winter Wonderland sponsors were handed out to be
hand delivered by Cathe Picek.Hi All Sertomans: Hope you are
well. NYC is treating me allright. I'm' learning a lot and
meeting some pretty cool people. So Life is Good! I do miss home
though... Take care! Anna Gorecky |
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Business Notes |
 People's
Security is the leading company in Brainerd providing
security, home automation, and structured wiring for
cable, Internet and phone lines.They believe their
success is largely due to quality products, outstanding
service and
responsiveness to customer needs. People's Security is a
subsidiary of Crow Wing Power formed in 1988 to provide
reliable security services for residential and business
owners in the region. As authorized First Alert
Professional Security Systems dealer they guarantee
their products meet high quality standards.
"We like working with People's Security on business and
residential construction projects. They do an excellent
job of meeting with the customer and explaining their
system and the features they can offer. We know we can
count on them to meet deadlines, fulfill the customer's
requests and install a properly designed security
system." A testimonial from Brooke Silvernail of
Nor-son, Inc.
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- Uncle Art is leading the celebration dance for the stimulus
package and getting complimented on his letter to the editor
writing skills again.
- Kapitan Kristine H. Held down the greeter's spot by herself.
Some of those rookies should have jumped in with their tickets.
Finally Andi Holmes did a short stint at the ticket selling.
- Carole Paulsen stays warm in her Russian Cossack hat--very
attractive!! Bill Goers was going to fine Mike Boen because the
cold has returned and he wants him to quit predicting it on the
radio.
- Hmm Darren Larson has a tan he claims he got in
Brainerd--right!
- LoAnn was special guest of the dog pound today. Consensus at
the news table--we don't want to be invited.
- Is Nanci Williams partnering up with John Raboin to offer
Legal Chocolates Etc?
- The harem table finally went coed and had to pay for that
too.
- Karen Munsterteiger didn't finish Brian's massage (Andi
piped up she didn't have all day) when Brian made his innuendo
and fined the poor woman. Praying in a see through blouse got
Andi fined herself.
- Mark Kolkind is not offering the right discounts for
seniors--Brian wants to see more things like Viagra on her sales
flyers.
- Jeff Marchand was caught shopping for bikinis at Herbergers.
- Happy Valentine's Day--Bill Goers gave our cheapskate
president a ticket for a car wash since that is what his wife
wanted for VDay and she didn't get.
- One wonders at what tall dark handsome Matt Davis could have
done to annoy our short nerdy substitute sergeant.
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Photos
Photos Everywhere New photos go up almost every week on our new
Sertoma Photo Gallery.
http://sertomaphotos.brainerd.com |
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Notes from your President |
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If you are not receiving the newsletter notification or the
emails announcing special events, please contact Pam Sachs
either at 218-821-1130 or
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Sue VanWagner (suekvw@brainerd.net) is in charge of the
Sertoman of the Day schedule. Contact her to take advantage of
this great opportunity to share your story and get some free
advertising (and no fines for the day). The form is also
available here on our website.
Kari Barnes is the go-to person
for Pipe and Drape information.
Need awards? Did you lose your pin? Bonnie Cumberland
(bcumberland@mailstation.com) is the person
in charge of awards and meeting paraphernalia. |
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