Lunch is served through the Niagara County Nutrition Program and is served at noon. The cost is $3.25 per person. To reserve your lunch, call Bonnie at 434-7296 after 3 p.m.

Middleport Seniors is open to all adults aged 55 and older.

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Attendees: Greg Zakrzewski, Julie Maedl, Ann Fisher-Bale, Wendy Beals, Keith Bond, Vonda Westcott

The meeting was called to order at 8:12 AM by Greg Zakrzewski.

Treasurer’s report – Balance – $2,793.32

New Business:

Discussion was held on the future of the organization. The last two scheduled functions (Evening Mixer in November 2017 and Annual Meeting/Dinner in February 2018) received no responses and were cancelled. Monthly attendance at meetings has remained low and consisted of the same 3 or 4 members.

A motion was made by Greg Z, and seconded by Ann F-B to dissolve the organization.

A discussion was held to determine which organizations would benefit from our remaining funds. It was decided to distribute $600 to each of the following:

• Middleport Area Tourism and Beautification Committee
• Gasport Beautification Committee
• Royalton-Hartland Community Library
• 4th of July Committee

In addition, a donation of $190 each will be made to the Middleport and Gasport Food Pantries. The remainder will be kept to cover anticipated bank fees.

Meeting was adjourned at 8:40 AM.

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The meeting was called to order at 8:10 AM by President Greg Zakrzewski. He introduced our new member Mike Carrier from the Niagara Orleans Country Club.

Treasurers Report: Current balance – $2,808.32. Payments since last meeting include newspaper ad for Music In The Park, paper supplies for tickets and flyers.

Old Business:

Music In The Park

Ann Busch reported that the wineries did well at the event, as well as Baker Farms.

Julie reported that the Bicentennial had a basket raffle at their event at the ravine and made $700. She suggested we do this type of raffle with more basket offerings instead of the three prizes we have done in the past as people seem to love the offering of 50 or more baskets that they can buy chances for. She noted that the baskets would not have to be elaborate. We could have smaller baskets with just a few items, a gift certificate, or perhaps one item of more value. We would need more member participation to seek out donations from many businesses and improve our promotion of the event.

Other suggestions include
1. Include more information on larger signs to list bands that will be playing
2. Include more information on signs and/or flyers that list vendors participating
3. Be more clear on cost for the event
4. Communicate that this event is to raise money for the RHBPA Scholarship
5. Include a map for location of event (on signs or flyers)
6. More participation from members on selling tickets
7. More breweries (we should have two)
8. Contact some new wineries (soon, so that we can book them)
9. Make programs to distribute to those attending listing names and phone numbers of all participants
10. Suggestion made to lower the price of Goat Chip Bingo chances to get more participation
11. Spend more time on the mic at the event to encourage people to stop and see what the vendors have to offer

Fall Evening Mixer
Greg is finalizing details for this. He will contact Vonda when he has all details to send out notice.

UPDATE: Fall Evening Mixer – Wednesday, November 1st – Masonic Hall, Main Street, Middleport

6:00 PM Cocktails and Hors d’Oeuvres, Meeting at 6:30 PM

RHBPA Newsletter

Ann Fisher-Bale suggested we create a quarterly newsletter to feature businesses and promote our group and the benefits of being a member. This will be discussed at a future meeting.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 AM. The next meeting will be Wednesday October 11th at Darrell’s.

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Attendees:

Greg Zakrzewski, Julie Maedl, Ann Fisher-Bale, Ann Busch, Sarah Reed, Don Scott, Donna McCloy, Vonda Westcott

The meeting was called to order at 8:14 AM by President Greg Zakrzewski.

Treasurers Report:

Current balance – $3,979.58. Julie also has approximately $300 in dues to deposit (not included in total). Anyone who has not paid their membership dues, please send to Julie as soon as possible (33 Mechanic St, Middleport).

Old Business

Scholarship– Emma Lindke has been chosen as the winner of the RHBPA Scholarship this year. Greg Z will present her with a check for $500 on Monday, June 13th at the Academic Awards Ceremony.

Music In The Park – July 17th

• Music: Dave Stockton – 4:00-5:00 PM and The Blind Leading the Blind – 4:30-6:30 PM.
• Wineries: Leonard Oakes, Schulze, Vizcarra Vineyards, and 810 Meadworks. Barker Brewery will represent craft beer.
• Chocolate: Della’s Chocolate is confirmed.
• Farm Markets: Huntington Farms will participate as a farm market. Becker Farms and LynOaken will bring goods from their farm markets as well.
• Caterer: Bond Catering will participate.
• RH Community Library: Julie reported that the library will have a book sale. They are providing their own table and chairs and anything else that they will need.
• Goat Chip Bingo: Sarah asked what the quantity of the Bingo squares is. In the past, we have made it 12’ x 12’ (144 squares). Discussion on the prizes (how many and dollar amounts or 50/50). We will finalize at the July meeting.
• Publicity: Ann B’s brother-in-law will make posters for businesses to display for the event. Pat Fagan made flyers however some updates are needed (correct spelling error, include Bond Catering and 810 Meadworks as well as add the time that The Blind Leading the Blind will play,). Revised flyers are now available at the Village Hall. For your convenience, a pdf file will also be sent so businesses can print their own copies.

Anyone who can distribute posters at their business is encouraged to do so as the more publicity, the better!

• Tickets: All members are encouraged to sell tickets for this fund raiser. If you would like tickets to have available at your business or to sell to friends and relatives, please contact Julie Maedl – 735-7631.
**VOLUTEERS NEEDED** A couple of volunteers are needed to help sell tickets at the door. Please contact Julie Maedl – 735-7631.

• Door Prize: Donna said FMC will provide the basket for the door prize. Julie is waiting to hear from Wendy on gift certificate for the overnight stay at Salvatore’s. If necessary, Greg said he could pick it up.

• Hot Dogs: RHBPA will sell hot dogs. Greg will pick up hot dogs, rolls, water and condiments.
**VOLUNTEERS NEEDED** A couple of volunteers are needed to help at the hot dog table.
Please contact Julie Maedl ASAP -735-7631 if you can help.

• Tents/Tables/Port-a-Potty: Julie reported the tents should be up Friday night or Saturday, depending on their schedule. Port-a-potty should be delivered on Saturday afternoon/evening. Scout House will be unlocked so the restrooms inside can be used as well. (Vonda will unlock.)
**VOLUNTEERS NEEDED** to set up tables and chairs on Sunday (2:00 PM). Help is also needed at the end of the event for clean up. Please contact Julie Maedl ASAP -735-7631 if you can help.

New Business

Ann F-B advised that there is a newspaper insert called Momentum 2016 to be published in July that offers the opportunity to showcase your business. Below are the dates and topics:

Business & Industries – publishing July 10th
Education – publishing July 17th
Our Towns – publishing July 24th
Eastern Niagara Living – publishing July 31st

Larger ads (3-col x 5” and up) will qualify for digital website presence. Reserve your space ASAP! Please contact Ann Fisher-Bale (716) 465-6080 or the Lockport Union-Sun & Journal 439-9222, ext 2267 for more information.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:52 AM. The next meeting will be Wednesday, July 13th at 8:00 AM at Darrell’s.

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Attendees: Greg Zakrzewski, Ann Fisher-Bale, Janet Lyndaker, Ann Busch, Don Powell, Vonda Westcott

The meeting was called to order at 8:11 AM by President Greg Z.

Treasurer’s Report $4,208.58. (minus payment of $72 for Post Office box rental)

Old Business
Scholarship – Greg will get information for this to Colleen Albee at the Guidance Office.

Music In The Park – July 17th – Ann continues to work on this but would like a few volunteers. She will put together a list of tasks so that members can choose one to help with. Ann F-B will make a template listing the tasks to make available to members. Ann F-B has volunteered to help with wineries. Meadworks should be contacted to see if they would like to participate. Ann B also has the name of a Beer Works facility that we can contact.

Treasury – Suggestions to Put Money to Good Use – Please continue to think of ideas of how to use our money for the good of the organization and the Royalton-Hartland area.

Town of Royalton Bi-Centennial Year – This will be next year. We should start thinking of ways to participate.

New Business
Evening Mixer Meeting – It was suggested we have an evening meeting so that members who are unable to be at the morning meetings can attend this meeting. It will be scheduled for Wednesday, May 11th beginning at 6:30 PM with cocktails and appetizers. The meeting will be called to order at 7:00 PM. Greg will see if the Masonic Hall is available. He also has a speaker in mind that he will contact. All members are encouraged to bring a guest who might be interested in joining the RHBPA. Greg suggested we have two evening meetings a year to be scheduled in April and October.

List of Area Businesses – Ann F-B has compiled a list of 130 area businesses. We discussed sending e-vites to them for the May 11th evening meeting.

Newsletter – It was suggested we produce an RHBPA Newsletter. Greg suggested publishing this quarterly, listing community events coming up. It could include a business related article of interest to members. We could also feature a member’s business with details about its operations and offerings to their customers.

Goals for next meeting – come up with ideas for our newsletter.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:36 AM.

The next meeting will be Wednesday, April 13th at 8:00 AM at Darrell’s.
Become a member of the Royalton-Hartland Business & Professional Association. Call 735-7631 to join!

The Royalton-Hartland Business and Professional Association was established in 2006. The group meets the second Wednesday of the month to promote local businesses and economic growth in the Roy-Hart area. Membership is $25 annually and new members are welcome and encouraged to attend one of our meetings.

Visit Us Online – The RHBPA can be found online at RoyaltonHartlandBusiness.com

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The cost was $10 for members and $20 for guests.

Attendees enjoyed a delicious meal, fellowship and the opportunity to network with our local membership!

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Attendees: Julie Maedl, Ann Fisher-Bale, Janet Lyndaker, Vonda Westcott

The meeting was called to order at 8:17 AM by Julie Maedl

Treasurer’s Report $4,428. Julie contacted Mahar’s regarding the bill for the port-a-potty we rented for the Wine Event. Mrs. Mahar passed away and she did all the billing so they are trying to go through the paperwork. They will send us a bill.

Old Business
Tree Lighting: Approximately 90 people attended the tree lighting outside in Village Commons and about 75-80 went in the Methodist Church for hot cocoa and cookies afterward. The Middleport Community Choir led everyone in Christmas carols. A good time was had by all!

Annual Dinner Meeting: This is to be held on Wednesday, January 20th at Mr. Bond’s Diner. Hors d’oeuvres and wine (provided by Julie and Greg) at 5:30 PM and dinner will be served at 6:00 PM. Ann F-B will prepare the flyer and send to Julie to email to all members. Menu includes Chicken Parmesan, Garlic Rosemary Pork, Meatballs, Penne with sauce, Glazed Carrots, Chef Salad and Ice Cream Bar for dessert. Cost is $10 for members and $20 for guests.

New Business
We have a good sum in our treasury and Julie suggested that we all try to come up with ideas of how we can use our money for the good of the organization. Please start thinking of suggestions to put our money to good use and bring them to the Annual Dinner meeting on January 20th.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 AM.

The next meeting is our Annual Dinner meeting on January 20th at 5:30 at Mr. Bond’s Diner.

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Members present: Don Scott, Keith Bond, Donna McCloy, Ann Fisher-Bale, Ann Busch, Janet Lyndaker, Julie Maedl, Greg Zakrzewski, Sarah Reed, Vonda Westcott

Meeting was called to order at 8:12 AM by President Greg Zakrzewski

Treasurer’s report – $3,256.82

Old Business:
Scholarship: Keith will check with the school to see about getting scholarship info on their website. It was also suggested that the student present their receipt or paid bill to receive the scholarship, rather than waiting until the end of the first semester. Keith also noted that since there are no business courses available for students, the school is trying to set up a business institute similar to what some other schools have.

Since the scholarship has not been taken advantage of, the possibility of dropping it was also discussed. If we decide to do this, Ann Busch suggested we use money for trees for the village. Julie noted when trees are taken down, the village replaces them. This has been difficult to do now, because the state wants trees planted on the resident’s side of the sidewalk, due to maintenance of power lines. There is a tree committee in the village for decisions regarding the trees.

July 4th – Goat Chip Bingo – Sarah is all set with the goat and banner. Julie will send 2 presale tickets to every member. If more are needed, please contact Julie. One more person is needed on the day of the event to help with ticket sales.
July 19th – Music in the Park – Greg will call Cindy regarding the wineries she may have already booked and if she still wants to be involved with the planning. Ann Busch volunteered to take over the signing of wineries if Cindy no longer wants to. Julie said that she believes Schulze, Vizcarra, and LynOaken Wineries are already signed up. Aslan will donate the water. There is also a permit that must be completed (Dept. of Agriculture). This has been done by Schwab Farms in the past, as they participate in the event.

We discussed ways to increase attendance. Using websites, Facebook and other social media such as Middleport, NY, Orleans Hub, etc. was suggested. Also flyers and signs as in the past.

Discussion regarding the presentation that Ann Holahan made at our February meeting. Ann Busch went with her to the agency meeting. Ann H would fill out the application to complete but must go through an agency (such as us) to partner with for the grant money. There are 21 other applicants. At this time, grant money would be designated for Don & Sherry Heschke for the renovation of the former Reale’s Barbershop and Dominic Ciliberto for the FMC Community Bldg (formerly Mr. Bill’s). All work is done first and receipts must be turned in to be reimbursed for half of the cost (depending on available money). It is unsure as to how much money is available and how many of the 21 applicants would be accepted

New Business:

Ann Fisher-Bale – the annual Pride Magazine will be published soon. It highlights businesses in the communities around the area. Businesses can advertise on the Middleport page for $85. Please contact Ann if interested.

Meeting was adjourned at 8:57 AM.

Respectfully submitted,
Vonda Westcott, Secretary

Next Meeting: Wed., April 8 at 8 AM at Darrell’s Place, Middleport.

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