Gerry Boyce (incoming President) introduced himself and welcomed everyone present. 

Additions to Agenda:  Angela Rutley added topic Website Info  

1) Murray Inch was supposed to be in attendance to discuss development of recreational trail in the North Dundas area but was not present.  It was suggested that further info could be obtained by contacting  Dr. Bart Steele. 

2) Angela Rutley from the township office discussed the proposed BUSINESS DIRECTORY to be handed out to all new residents.  Owen asked what the difference was from that directory being done by the Chamber.

Township version will contain all businesses with a brief description and contact person and will be done in booklet format.  They will be listed alphabetically by service and will not contain any dated info.  Owen again questioned whether this would take away from advantages of being a member of the Chamber as the  info would  be put on the website. 

3) TOWNSHIP MAP - similar to one that Butch Oldford did about 4 years ago  except it would just be North  Dundas and ads would only be open to North Dundas businesses, at a cost of about $300  per ad.  About 10000 to 15000 copies to be printed initially.  John V. suggested that they  first get a price on printing, divide by the number of spaces for ads - the township should not make a profit.  Discussion followed - will every household be mailed a copy, how long will the map be valid (name changes of streets etc), extend map perameters by 1 - 2 roads.                                        

4) WEBSITE: should be updated to include new executive, fees and application form. 

5) 2003 REGISTRATION CAMPAIGN:  Connie said the Chesterville Legion offered the use of their facilities as long as their wine was used.  She also suggested that we come up with  2 dates and she would confirm .  We must also be able to tell people why they should belong and what they will get for their $75.  Sandra C. suggested that a committee get together to put benefits to paper and have      ready for wine and cheese.  Notice of social as well as registration form  &  invoice for dues should be mailed out ahead of time.  The dates suggested  are Feb 20 or Feb 27.                                                       

Some benefits

Committee consisting of Sandie P, Owen Shortt and Gerry Boyce to meet  Monday Jan. 27 at 7:30 am at Country Kitchento lay out benefit package. 

It was suggested that an accurate bank statement and financial report be made at every meeting and that perhaps the books be audited. 

Meeting adjourned at 9:00 am.   Next meeting to be held on  Thursday March 20 at 7:30 am at Country Kitchen

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