CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 7 PM with President Gene Blakely presiding.  Board members present included Randy Frye, Kathryn Wurm, Marlene Feisthamel, Gene Blakey, and Delores Miller.  Members present David Vallely.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

Minutes of the October 2007 meeting were presented.  A motion was made by Marlene Feisthamel and seconded by Kathryn Wurm to approve the minutes as presented.  Motion passed unanimously.

TREASURER’S REPORT:

Delores Miller presented the report ending October 31, 2007.  A motion was made by Marlene Feisthamel and seconded by Randy Frye to approve the treasurer’s report as presented, motion passed unanimously.

OLD BUSINESS:

1. Newspaper -  no report Paula was not present
2. Health Fair – Marlene Feisthamel reported that letters would be sent to prospective exhibitors around mid-November.
3. Yard signs - Randy Frye reported that a two-color design would be more cost effective.  It was decided to order the signs with a light blue background and black lettering.  The cannon logo may need to be changed for the design, board agreed to let Randy use his discretion and order the signs as approved by prior vote.
4. Entrepreneurship Workshop – Gene Blakey reported that the workshop is scheduled for Saturday November 10, 2007.  We have two reservations thus far and three calls for information.  We will need six people to secure the speaker.  Advertising was done with print, radio and direct mail.
5. Halloween recap - Marlene Feisthamel reported that we had around 100 participants about double from last year.    Ages ranged from infant to 13 years.
6. Welcome Packet reminder - Please get 400 promotional items to Brenna for inclusion in the packets.

New Business:

1. New officers/ Board members – President elect Steve Reith was absent.  Gene will talk to him regarding the matter and make some calls to solicit board members.  He will check the By-laws regarding terms served.
2. Annual Meeting - Will be scheduled in lieu of regular Board meeting January 10, 1008.  We have $50.00 budgeted for food.  Discussion was held regarding a speaker, Gene and the President elect will speak.
3. Lasagna supper - Marlene moved to elect Kathryn Wurm to head the committee on the fundraiser.   Event was tabled to allow Kathryn organize and decide on a date.
4. Budget – We need a budget for 2008 Marlene Feisthamel will present a budget for approval next meeting.  Delores reminded the Board that we need to audit the books by year-end.  Gene will take care of the audit.
5. Misc. - Marlene Feisthamel suggested that we should pursue some more profession appearing stationary now that the Chamber has the funds.  Gene will call Tom at MinuteMan Press to get a design to present and cost.

ADJOURMENT:  Motion was made by Randy Frye and seconded by Marlene Feisthamel to adjourn the meeting.  Motion passed meeting adjourned at 8pm.