Thursday, April 29, 2010
Pics from Town Wide Cleanups
These pictures of Remi and Acadia LeBlanc were sent to us by their mom, Wendy LeBlanc. They participated in Hebron's Town Wide Cleanup last Saturday, April 24th.Thanks for the pics!!
For pics from Salem's Clean Up Day, go to McMorris Photo:
http://www.yourehometown.com/news/mcmorrisnews/salemcleanupday2010/salemcleanupday2010.htm
UNOFFICIAL meeting minutes--April 13, 2010
The following are the UNOFFICIAL meeting minutes from our April meeting. They have not been officially approved by the Youth Association yet, but we wanted you all to know what's going on:
Meeting Minutes
April 13, 2010
Attendance: Kim Gariepy, Tammy Linendoll, Gracie Lynn Bessie, Willie Linendoll, Brooke Linendoll, Acadia LeBlanc, Remi LeBlanc, Emilee Thibeau, Brianna Thibeau, Savanna Cary, Debbie Earthrowl, Krista Sullivan, Herb Perkins, Susan Getty, Taylor Patrick.
Minutes: Motion to accept March 9 minutes was made by Tammy Linendoll, seconded by Brooke Linendoll, approved by all.
New Members: Replacement members are needed--a motion was made to develop a nominating committee by Kim Gariepy, seconded by Susan Getty, approved by all. The committee was formed consisting of the following members – Debbie Earthrowl, Bri Thibeau, Taylor Patrick, and Kim Gariepy
Treasurer: $ 98.00 was given to the Courthouse Community Center to purchase an ink cartridge to replace the ink used to make copies for us.
501(C)(3): This is close to being completed.
Town-wide cleanup: Willie Linendoll put together an Earth Day Showcase at school. Town-wide cleanup will be on Sat. April 24th. Cleanup at the Georgi will be on May 1st from 9am to 1pm; Lake Lauderdale cleanup is also on May 1st from 9am -3pm.
Summer Swim Program: Swimming lessons this year will be at Lake Lauderdale. Children will be bussed from the school to Lake Lauderdale and returned to Salem at 11:00. Lunch, Learn, & Play will be in the afternoon and run from July 5 to August 15.
Nature Activities for families: this is in the planning stages right now. These activities will possibly take place after Lunch, Learn, & Play ends.
Town-Wide Garage Sale: Discussed tables, space, and articles for the newspapers.
Community Garden: in need of a “garden manager”, possibly a college student.
Helping Animals: Jessica Barrett came to the meeting, she shared her needs – changing litter boxes, and walking dogs, etc. She will let us know when she needs help with specific events. She can use volunteers anytime; call her at 854-9518.
Salem Art Works Outdoor Film Program: Andrew Cafritz offered the use of a projector and space at SAW for movies. He also offered the same to the PTA.
Other Youth Commissions: Keith Kelley shared Hoosick Falls Mentoring Works Pamphlet with us and suggested that we consider attending meetings of other youth commissions to get ideas.
Logo: no new ideas
Website, BlogSpot, Facebook: Facebook has over 100 fans.
New Business: Thank yous have been sent for skiing; Roland LeBlanc has offered to teach tennis free to members of the community; Bri Thibeau is planning on having her soccer camp the week of July 19th , if the weather is bad the following week will be used – K- 12 camp; Susan Getty is looking for ideas for the summer program at the library – contact her if you have any ideas (library #854-7463, email sgetty@sals.edu)
Other: The SAVE van has been registered – they will begin using it for regular trips to the grocery store
Next Meeting is May 11, 2010
Adjournment
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Happy Earth Day!!
Happy Earth Day! In the spirit of Earth Day, we want to remind everyone that town clean-ups are going on this Saturday. Salem's town-wide clean up is on Saturday, April 24th from 9 AM until 2 PM, or for whatever length of time you can help. Meet at the Rexleigh Road town barn. Hebron's clean up day is also on Saturday the 24th from 8:30 until noon. Meet at the town barn at 660 Chamberlin Mill Road.
Both towns will have a lunch offered at their respective town barns for those who help. Salem is offering a hot dog lunch at noon, and Hebron will also have a light lunch.
So, set aside some time on Saturday if you can, bring your family and friends, and help clean up our towns. Thanks!!!
Monday, April 19, 2010
Meeting agenda--April 13, 2010 meeting
1. Welcome and introductions--Slate Art--Savannah Cary and Leyli Johnson
2. Secretary's report--review and approval of minutes
3. New members--replacement members--Nominating Committee?
4. Treasurer's report--bill payment--$1724.00 in account
5. 501c3 status--very close!!
6. Town Wide Clean Up and Showcase at school--Willie Linendoll
Sat. April 24th @ 9 AM - 2 PM. Volunteers should meet at Salem Town Barn. Lunch at noon.
Georgi Clean Up--9 AM - 1 PM on Sat. May 1st
Lake Lauderdale Clean Up--9 AM -3 PM on Sat. May 1st.
7. Summer Swim Program and Lunch, Learn, & Play--Volunteers?
8. Nature activities for families--Keith Kelley
9. Town-wide Yard Sale--possible rental of space at Courthouse as a fund raiser for SAYA. Willie Linendoll is organizing.
10. Community Garden--volunteer opportunities are available. Garden Manager is needed. Contact the Courthouse (854-7053)
11. Helping animals--Jessica Barrett--contact Jessica at 854-9518 to volunteer.
12. Salem Art Works Outdoor Film Program--Anthony Cafritz has offered SAW for outdoor movies this summer to any organization who would like to use the space.
13. Coordinating with other Youth Commissions--Keith Kelley--end of summer plans are in the works
14. Logo?
15. Website, Blog, Facebook
16. New business
17. Comments from guests
18. Other
19. Next regular meeting: Tuesday, May 11, 2010
20. Adjournment
**Official minutes will be posted after the next meeting**
2. Secretary's report--review and approval of minutes
3. New members--replacement members--Nominating Committee?
4. Treasurer's report--bill payment--$1724.00 in account
5. 501c3 status--very close!!
6. Town Wide Clean Up and Showcase at school--Willie Linendoll
Sat. April 24th @ 9 AM - 2 PM. Volunteers should meet at Salem Town Barn. Lunch at noon.
Georgi Clean Up--9 AM - 1 PM on Sat. May 1st
Lake Lauderdale Clean Up--9 AM -3 PM on Sat. May 1st.
7. Summer Swim Program and Lunch, Learn, & Play--Volunteers?
8. Nature activities for families--Keith Kelley
9. Town-wide Yard Sale--possible rental of space at Courthouse as a fund raiser for SAYA. Willie Linendoll is organizing.
10. Community Garden--volunteer opportunities are available. Garden Manager is needed. Contact the Courthouse (854-7053)
11. Helping animals--Jessica Barrett--contact Jessica at 854-9518 to volunteer.
12. Salem Art Works Outdoor Film Program--Anthony Cafritz has offered SAW for outdoor movies this summer to any organization who would like to use the space.
13. Coordinating with other Youth Commissions--Keith Kelley--end of summer plans are in the works
14. Logo?
15. Website, Blog, Facebook
16. New business
17. Comments from guests
18. Other
19. Next regular meeting: Tuesday, May 11, 2010
20. Adjournment
**Official minutes will be posted after the next meeting**
Official meeting minutes-- March 9, 2010 meeting
Attendance: Kim Gariepy, Tammy Linendoll, Kyle Hunter, Gracie Lynn Bessie, Willie Linendoll, Brooke Linendoll, Acadia LeBlanc, Remi LeBlanc, Emilee Thibeau, Hannah Fields, Ashley Jameson, Brianna Thibeau Savanna Cary, Karen Hickland, Debbie Earthrowl, Krista Sullivan, Herb Perkins, Susan Getty, Julie Myler, Kelsey Myler, Beverly Kratzert.
Minutes: Motion to accept February 9 minutes was made by Tammy Linendoll, seconded by Susan Getty, approved by all.
Bills: $525 to the school for the rental of the bus used for trips to Willard, thank yous should to to the bus drivers.
Ski/Snow Club Final Report: 22 kids participated this year and enjoyed themselves, plan ahead and possibly do some fund raising for next year.
By-Laws: Changes were made, 501c3 status still in progress.
Replacement members: Bill Toscano has moved, 2 new members are needed.
Table Tennis Tournament: Ashley Jameson and Brianna Thibeau spoke about the tournament.
Website, Blog, Facebook: up and running
Summer Swim Program: This year will be at Lake Lauderdale; children will be bussed from the school to Lake Lauderdale and returned to Salem at 11:00. Lunch, Learn, & Play will be in the afternoon and run from July 5 to August 15.
Town Wide Clean-Up: April 24, volunteers should meet at the Town Barn. Ashley Jameson said she will help get the word out to students.
Action Plan Committee: (members Willie Linendoll, Tammy Linendoll, Brooke Linendoll, Herb Perkins, Keith Kelley, Acadia LeBlanc, and Remi LeBlanc) suggestions include: roller skating, bike ride or walk to school day, bike safety rodeo, bowling club, work internship with local business owners (juniors and seniors), tutoring by adults, mentoring (Peer Works), public service such as the trails at Merck, Rails for Trails, rescue animals with Jessica Barrett, help with the gas for the community van, have a garage sale.
New Business: Logo-need ideas; motion was made to buy an ink cartridge for the Courthouse as a thank you for printing our copies by Debbie Earthrowl, seconded by Susan Getty.
Other: Bri Thibeau shared with us her plans to have a summer soccer camp to earn her Girl Scout Achievement Award
Next meeting is April 13, 2010
Adjournment
Minutes: Motion to accept February 9 minutes was made by Tammy Linendoll, seconded by Susan Getty, approved by all.
Bills: $525 to the school for the rental of the bus used for trips to Willard, thank yous should to to the bus drivers.
Ski/Snow Club Final Report: 22 kids participated this year and enjoyed themselves, plan ahead and possibly do some fund raising for next year.
By-Laws: Changes were made, 501c3 status still in progress.
Replacement members: Bill Toscano has moved, 2 new members are needed.
Table Tennis Tournament: Ashley Jameson and Brianna Thibeau spoke about the tournament.
Website, Blog, Facebook: up and running
Summer Swim Program: This year will be at Lake Lauderdale; children will be bussed from the school to Lake Lauderdale and returned to Salem at 11:00. Lunch, Learn, & Play will be in the afternoon and run from July 5 to August 15.
Town Wide Clean-Up: April 24, volunteers should meet at the Town Barn. Ashley Jameson said she will help get the word out to students.
Action Plan Committee: (members Willie Linendoll, Tammy Linendoll, Brooke Linendoll, Herb Perkins, Keith Kelley, Acadia LeBlanc, and Remi LeBlanc) suggestions include: roller skating, bike ride or walk to school day, bike safety rodeo, bowling club, work internship with local business owners (juniors and seniors), tutoring by adults, mentoring (Peer Works), public service such as the trails at Merck, Rails for Trails, rescue animals with Jessica Barrett, help with the gas for the community van, have a garage sale.
New Business: Logo-need ideas; motion was made to buy an ink cartridge for the Courthouse as a thank you for printing our copies by Debbie Earthrowl, seconded by Susan Getty.
Other: Bri Thibeau shared with us her plans to have a summer soccer camp to earn her Girl Scout Achievement Award
Next meeting is April 13, 2010
Adjournment
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