Update 769 October
Ellsworth-Kanopolis Area Chamber of Commerce (ellsworthkschamber.net)
@Nick’s Notes: October Update #769
Office hours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
To: Chamber Member
CHAMBER BOARD BUSINESS
At their regular monthly meeting on October 8th the board conducted the following business
Approved:
a President Morford’s appointments to the Ad Hoc Citizen of the Year committee; Caleb Schultz, Josie Roehrman and Mark Parsons.
a The distribution of proceeds from the Celebrity Pig Kiss’n contest, less expenses, to the National Drover’s Hall of Fame Association.
Acknowledged:
“Diamond Jubilee Year” Full Members; Rodney & Janet Kempke, Ellsworth Packing, Inc. and Connie Terry, Mom’s Diner, Kanopolis. (see 2007 New Members below).
In other business, the board approved by consensus, the inclusion of a review of the corporation’s annual 990 EZ federal report by Clubine Rettele, in the 2008 budget.
BUSINESS “BUZZ”
2007 NEW MEMBERS
1) Last month I introduced Connie Terry owner of Mom’s Diner as a new soon-to-open business. To my pleasure, Connie stopped in on the Friday before her opening on October 3, to confirm a chamber membership. We are pleased that she recognizes the value this partnership with our members and the services we provide. I shared all of the aspects of her new dining operation in my September update. Word has it that her “all from scratch” offerings are well worthy of a visit. I can, personally, attest to a recent delectable Blue Plate Special. We wish Connie much success in her Kanopolis business venture. The diner is open Mon-Sat, 5a-8p and Sun, 6a-2p. For reservations or menu information her telephone # is 472-8985; or e-mail, cmterry60@aol.com.
2) We are pleased to also welcome Rodney and Janet Kempke, owners of Ellsworth Packing, Inc. Rodney and Janet have been operating the business since the retirement of former owner, JC Schritchfield. The Kempke’s are carrying on the tradition of excellence in custom meat processing. Their products include: smoked sausage and alma cheese. Tuesday and Friday are their fresh hamburger days. We are fortunate to be able to add the packing plant to our chamber website to enhance the varied services and product availabilities in Ellsworth-Kanopolis to those seeking to visit or relocate here. Their office hours are Monday – Friday, 8-12 and 1-5. The telephone number is 472-4177. Ellsworth Packing, Inc and Mom’s Diner are participants in the chamber gift check program.
Present business membership is: Full members: 94; Friend Members: 20; In-Kind: 7 Total: 121
Note: There have been 17 new business enrollments during this Diamond Jubilee Year. There is no planned membership drive but new memberships are anticipated before year end.
Anybody who thinks there must be a fire when there’s smoke has never tried to burn autumn leaves.
2007-2008 RENEWALS
Thanks for the following Chamber member annual renewals: Homolka Grain & Supply, Inc. Jerzy Slomka, MD; and Friend member, Kansas Wesleyan University.
BUSINESS OWNERSHIP CHANGE
In-Kind Friend member, NRG Radio, Great Bend and Salina has undergone new ownership. The stations are now under the management of Rocking M Radio. Station managers are Ken Schamborn, Gt. Bend and Pat Foster, Salina. We appreciate their continued support of our chamber and our Ellsworth area events and activities.
During a grammar lesson, the teacher wrote on the blackboard: “I don’t have no fun at the seaside.”
She then turned around to her pupils and said to one, “Ronald, how should I correct that?”
“Get a boy friend,” he answered.
TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
We have received a large shipment of 2008 ATT Central Kansas and a few North Central Kansas Area Wide Yellow Books. Stop by and pick up whatever you need for business or home.
Proverb: short sentences drawn through long experiences.
HALLOWEEN EVENT REMINDER
You have until October 20th to enter your pet in the Star Barks Pet Grooming “full Halloween attire” photo contest. For your reservation, call 472-4557. What do you put on a parakeet?
NOMINATIONS
As indicated in the Chamber Chatter # 707 regarding the nominating process for the upcoming board member election, the committee, Amy Eck, Linda Denning and Anita Hoffhines will be seeking six applicants whose names will be submitted to the board of directors at the November 12th Meeting. The election of three members will follow. It is said that a successful chamber of commerce operation is the result of good leadership, enthusiasm and willingness to serve your community. Call one of the above today and prove it.
Talk is cheap because the supply is always greater than the demand.
CHAMBER GATHERIN”
Congratulations and thanks to Sherman, Hoffman and Hipp LC and associates for a delightful and informative chamber gatherin’ on the 12th. A very nice turnout had the opportunity to meet and welcome the firm’s newest addition to the staff, Patrick Hoffman, Attorney at Law. The update and handouts chronicling the firms growth from the 1800’s to present was certainly enlightening. The building, which includes a wall safe installed in the basement of this original site of Citizens State Bank and then the post office, is a rare and unique historic relic. Attendee CSB President Dave Brownback quipped, “We believe there is still money in there belonging to us.” Everyone appeared to enjoy the hospitality and camaraderie of this monthly event. Next month we will be guests of the Citizens State Bank & Trust Co. (see CALENDER below)
TOURISM ACTIVITY
Category discontinued until April 2008
Sign on a milk truck: “All We Have We Owe To Udders.”
GIFT CHECKS
In September there were two deposits totaling $425. The bank processed 41 checks totaling $695. The total amount of checks still outstanding is $4,279.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
October 25 – Immanuel Lutheran Church Annual Soup Supper, 5:00 – 7:00 pm. (Senior recognition, Shanelec Field at 7:00 pm, EHS vs Sacred Heart District Play-off.
November 2 - ECMC Auxiliary Annual Bazaar and Spaghetti Supper, American Legion Hall, 4:30 – 7:00 pm
November 3 - Sunflower Civic Club, Kanopolis, Annual Turkey Bingo, Community Building, Food 6:00 pm, Bingo 7:00 pm.
November 6 – United Methodist Church Bazaar, 2:00 pm, Soup Supper, 4:00 pm.
November 12 – Ellsworth-Kanopolis Chamber of Commerce Monthly Meeting, 6:00 pm, chamber office.
November 15 – Monthly Chamber Gatherin’, Citizens State Bank & Trust, 8:00 am.
“My job is almost impossible .It’s my boss. He docks me if I’m a minute late.
And if I am ten minutes early, he charges me rent!”
HAPPY BOSS’S DAY!
1947-2007 “Diamond Jubilee Year”
PASS IT ON! Please pass this update on to employees and friends!
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