Update 761 - February
enjoy!! nick
Ellsworth-Kanopolis Area Chamber of Commerce (ellsworthkschamber.net)
@Nick’s Notes: Update #761
Office hours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
To: Chamber Member
Note: The quips this month honor retirees:
CHAMBER BOARD BUSINESS
At their regular monthly board meeting the board of directors conducted the following business:
a Approved and/or accepted: the current financial statements, 2007 audit committee’s report; 2007 budget; CD investment of $10,000 for 12 months pending bids; 6 sets of banner brackets; and 3500 3rd edition “Historic Ellsworth Kansas – A Guide to Merchants & Events” brochures for distribution to Kansas tourism sites and area locations.
a Discussed a merge with Smoky Hill Development Corporation with no action taken.
a Reviewed a possible fund raising event for the Cowtown Days Festival pending acceptance and approval of the City Celebrations Committee.
a Received a report from the director regarding the proposed scenic byway, “Prairie Trail Scenic Byway” being developed by the “Friends of Maxwell” committee. It appears there may be a glitch in the Chamber securing permission to extend the byway from its planned ending at the Jct of 141 and 140. The director will be exploring options.
a Recognized Kelvi Peschka, Lux Interiors, 122 N. Douglas as a new chamber member.
a Discussed preliminary plans for the annual meeting scheduled for March. (See Governor below)
Governor 
The only information the board of Director’s had at their monthly meeting was that our invitation to Governor Kathleen Sebelius to be our annual meeting speaker had been favorably received. A commitment from her scheduling staff indicated that the week of March 26th was under consideration. On Friday a confirmation was received for Monday, 26th. The board’s preliminary plans are for a similar format as last year for Senator Pat Roberts. Ticket sales will be available for Chamber members on a first call basis and later to the public. Tickets will be $15 for members and $20 for the public. The high school commons will be the site for the reception, banquet and business meeting. The Governor’s speech will held in the Performing Arts Center. Tickets for that event ONLY will be $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Additional details will be forthcoming. Mark your calendars and make plans to attend.
“Q. How many retirees to change a light bulb? A. Only one but it might take all day.”
BUSINESS “BUZZ”
WELCOME NEW 2007 MEMBER
a Kelvi Peschka, owner of Lux Interiors, 122 N. Douglas, stopped by the Chamber and signed up for her business membership. She was aware of the benefits of the Chamber through Tammy Kruse whom we also thank for the referral. Kelvi will be offering interior décor, unique gifts, balloons and tanning while Tammy will have a line of western wear in the loft. Kelvi had her opening on Monday, February 12, and has a ribbon cutting on Friday, February 23rd, 10:00 a.m. She plans on having some specials so be sure to stop by and see for yourselves. You can locate LUX Interiors on the Chamber webpage under Gifts; Home & Garden; Specialties and Tanning. Her telephone number is 472-3651 or email at kelvip@hotmail.com. Store hours are Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 9-4. We wish Kelvi much success in her career endeavor.
“Q. When is a retiree’s bedtime? A. Three hours after he falls asleep on the couch.”
2007 RENEWALS
Thanks for the following Chamber annual renewals:
Full Members: Boots Plant & Flower Center; Clubine & Rettele, Chtd; Custom Care; Ellsworth Antique Mall; Ellsworth County Commission; Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter; Ellsworth Federal Credit Union; Emanon Salon; Farm Bureau Financial Services; First Bank Kansas; F &M Drug Co.; Flower & Gift Shop;
H & R Block; Independent Salt Co.; Karst Enterprises; Kurt Williams, DDS; Lyons Federal Savings; Maico Industries; Sherman, Hoffman & Hipp, LLC and The Saint Francis Academy, Inc.
In-Kind: NRG Radio, KILS/KQNS, Salina; Eagle Radio, KSKG/KINA, Salina; Russell Radio KRSL/KCAY;
Salina Media Group, KSAL/KYEZ.
Associates: Ellsworth Lions Club; First Presbyterian Church; Janet Carswell; Pat Svaty; Smoky Hill Title Co.
“Q. Why don’t retirees mind being called Seniors? A. The term comes with a 10% discount.”
NEW MANAGER
Acme Brick Company has a new manager, Allen Shultis, replacing Allen Thacker who has transferred to Arkansas. Allen has been with the company for six years and has been promoted to the management position. Allen and his family, wife Candy and six children, reside in Marquette. Our congratulations to Allen.
2007 BANNER PROJECT
The new street/highway banners and the hardware for broken and/or missing brackets have arrived. The board is very pleased and hopes that others will be as well. Our total project cost at this time is $3,392. With funds from the Ellsworth Beautification Committee, Bed Tax Carryover and the business support, the Chamber has an estimated balance of $1,656 to pay from the operating account. Planned fund raisers by the Chamber board and the Ambassador Club will assist in the final project cost. Contributions to the project are welcome at any time. In addition to the eight supporting businesses recognized last month we add our thanks to the Ellsworth County Independent Reporter and the Ellsworth Antique Mall.
“Q. Among retirees what is considered formal attire? A. Tied shoes.”
GIFT CHECKS
In January there were two deposits totaling $535. The bank processed 162 checks for $1,935. The checks outstanding total is $$4,914.
AT & T DIRECTORIES
We have received our 2007 shipment of local and North Central Kansas Feist Area-wide directories (large and small edition). Stop by and pick up copies for your business and/or family needs. We also have a large supply of Feist Area Wide for Central Kansas.
“Q. What is the common term for someone who enjoys work and refuses to retire? A. Nuts (no comment)
TELEPHONE PROBLEMS
Although I recently installed a new telephone system, I continue to experience a call-in problem. I have had the AT&T serviceman check our system at the switching central and our office here without any observable problem. However, I had a board member call 6 times over a five hour period recently without getting a busy signal or the answering service after a 4th ring. If any of you try to call the Chamber and do not receive the busy signal or recording, document the date and time and please let me know. If I have a sufficient response I may have to replace the phone again.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Feb 22 - Monthly Chamber Gatherin’, Ellsworth Good Samaritan Village, 8:00 am.
Mar 12 – Ellsworth-Kanopolis Chamber of Commerce monthly board meeting, 6 pm.
Mar 17 - Ellsworth County Independent Reporter annual Farmer Appreciation Day, Ellsworth Legion Hall.
Mar 17 – Chamber legislative coffee, Representative Josh Svaty and Senator Jay Emler, 8 am, Ellsworth Legion Hall; Coffee and rolls. Co-sponsor is Farm Bureau Financial Services.
March 26 – Annual Chamber banquet and annual meeting. Details to be announced
“Q. What do retirees call a long lunch? A. Normal
FROM CHAMBER FILES: DIDJA KNOW?
1957 – Ellsworth Centennial, Inc. the Saga of Ellsworth County, “A Century in the Sun,” had XVI EPISODES Pre-pageant entertainment was under the direction of Joe Buehler. Next month – EPISODE IX, Kanopolis USA, MEXICAN DANCERS (who were they?) First caller with 2 correct names wins a $5 gift check. (my treat)
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