October 2008 Minutes

Annabelle Morgan called the meeting to order and Jim Cameron gave the invocation
The September minutes were approved as read.
Annabelle gave an update on the balance in the bank account of $xxxxxx as of 9/30/2008

Reports

Town of Oakboro---Mayor Joyce Little announced that on October 15th at 1:30pm in the fellowship hall of First Baptist Church, Congressman Robin Hayes and representatives from the USDA will be on hand to present a ceremonial check to the Town of Oakboro to represent a grant and the awarding of a loan to the town from the USDA.

Oakboro Police Department—Annabelle relayed a report from Chief Lowder with statistics from the last two months. In August the department responded to 136 calls and that number increased in September to 221 calls. The department cleared 8 felony cases last month and continues to experience numerous cases of metal theft and fraud.

Chamber of Commerce---CaShaun Miller introduced Libby Phillips as the new Chamber representative for the Western Stanly County market.

New Business/Discussion

Judith Williams, Operations Committee for the RR Museum, expressed the need for volunteers to help maintain the hours of operation for the museum itself.

Speakers
Janet Sistare, Executive Director of the Stanly County United Way was on hand to give information on her organization. Janet mentioned a couple of new projects they are looking into which are a non-emergency information service, 211, and a “charity tracker” which would monitor who is receiving care through the organization.

Charles Collini, Candidate for Superior Court Judge spoke about the judicial structure of NC and our district.

Vivian Bridges was on hand to speak for Kevin Bridges, Candidate for Superior Court Judge

Announcements

Bob Barbee spoke to the group about the status of the Music Hall and Fountain Grill (Big John’s) and reiterated the commitment that he and Terry Whitley have to the town in respect to the property. Bob mentioned that Lisa Watts is helping to keep the space “occupied” for special occasions and the music hall used as often as possible for various events.

Annabelle Morgan declared the meeting adjourned.

7pm Meeting – no attendees were present at the meeting offered at 7pm.