Summary of Meeting
Tuesday May 13 Topics:
President Tom called meeting to order at 530 pm

• Next meeting will be held at Roadhouse 101, June 10th
• BAMA needs a Vice-President
• Tom handed Ed a few more items to handle as Treasurer
• Ed gave the Financial report
• Sandcastle is coming August 2nd. see page for details.
• Arland may not have been paid for 2007 logo drawn for BAMA’s tee-shirts, Ed will go through the records and see that it is taken care of.

The Flowers are here on 51 street
Tom announced that 64 flower baskets have been put up on 51 street. The vendor put them up. Stephanie of the Roundabouts reported that the powder coating needed can be done in town, she will get back to us on the price, but the price is based upon how many items can be put into the rack (14 foot) at one time. We will need to have something done before next year.

From the Roundabouts
April 19th the Poker run sponsored by Salem Harley and the Roundabouts in April due to bad weather, (ice and snow) the turn out was low. There is another event in the works for June 7th as a fundraiser for hospital bills for a person in the area. More details to come.

The Roundabouts are also working on a project to get the urns from the veterans from the 1905 to 1973, that are unclaimed and give them a burial at sea with honors.

From VCB
Sandy of VCB reported that she has a new events coordinator, named Nichole LeSage, she will be in touch with us as events occur. Sandy said she has just started, and she wants her to get used to things.She also asked about the Celebration of Honor the last weekend of September, what BAMA would like to do for the Vets. The Roundabouts are thinking of doing the children's booth, with games and kite making, does anyone else have a suggestion? Tom mentioned that the Flag could be changed and wondered if anyone knew where to get another flag.Ed asked if the State still gives away flags, They would like to have a rededication ceremony.

The Art festival has been scaled back due to a short budget
Because the event was moved and fell within the previous budget. It is hoped that it will be back in Taft next year.

There will also be a Kite boarding Rodeo held in town with Pro Am, Jon Forse is the person to call with questions. Part of the event will be held in the Taft area.

Promoting the Taft area
There is someone at the Statesman Journal publishing old photos of different areas, if anyone has some to submit, please email Carla at clovato@gorge.net she will find out from Sandy where to send them.

It was suggested to start putting up web shots of our area on the web site. Carla will ask if joe wants to get involved in that. If anyone wants to submit a photo for the web site, we would gladly give you a photo credit and a link to a page if you wish.

Also perhaps BAMA, or the Taft area should get a utube thing going where the area can be showcased.

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday April 8 Topics:
President Tom called meeting to order at 530 pmPresident Tom called meeting to order at 530 pm

• Next meeting will be held at Eleanor’s undertow, May 13th
• BAMA needs a Vice-President
• BAMA’s insurance bill has come due it was voted that the bill be paid.

Ed has been elected Treasurer, the checking account for BAMA and all of the paper work has been set up so that Ed can write the checks and track the bills and membership dues. Tom presented Ed with a huge pile of papers from the past. Ed will keep the copy of the insurance paperwork.

Tom announced that 64 flower baskets have been ordered.The vendor will be putting them up. A discussion was held about the plaques, and that they should in the future be aluminum in order not to have so much corrosion. Tom has a list of all of the plaques and what needs to be on them.

Tom also said that BAMA owns the actual baskets, and that they will need to be powder coated in order not to have them deteriorate. Otherwise this may be the last year for these. Stephanie Franklin of the Roundabouts said she knows of someone that does that work and will give Tom the number, so that he can get an estimate.
In the past BAMA paid for a basket for Dean Koppage and Jennifer Sears. It was decided not to this year. So these poles will be available.

• Chamber of Commerce is looking for a vote from BAMA on their election, BAMA is still a member. Talk to Tom if you have any choices you would like to encourage.

•Thursday from 9 am to 10 am BAMA is running the Food drive table at the North IGA, with TIPS. If you wish to share a ride give Ed a call at 994-4920.

April 19th the Poker run sponsored by Salem Harley and the Roundabouts in April, the run will start here in Taft, ending in Florence Stephanie brought in some flyers.

Sandcastle is coming August 2nd. see page for details.

Meeting adjourned at 6:10

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday March 11 Topics:
President Tom called meeting to order at 530 pm

By-Laws and elections

Tom began by speaking about the By-Laws for BAMA, compiled by AJA of Roots101, She went through all the old notes and created a version that can be used as a starting point. Aja has also created a list of events that BAMA was involved in, and some topics that we should probably revisit when time allows. We will put this version of the By Laws online and let members know it is there so that they may have input. Ed Kuntz made a few edits related to our numbers for voting, these are reflected in the copy online in Bold text.

We did not have enough members to have a vote for Treasurer. It was decided that the voting could be done online. Carla will send out an email asking for members vote for Treasurer and Vice-President.
There was a lengthy discussion about the totals for Barton's Students.

**Update** After counting all of the E-mail ballots Ed Kuntz is Treasurer.

Tom took all of the information both compiled by Aja and with JB’s input, as well as the rest of the checks to be deposited. He will finish compiling the totals so that we may have a check to the students within a week. It was suggested to have a digital photo taken at the time, so that the paper can write something about it, we can email it to the paper.

The Newspaper will be going around collecting for the Miracle on 51st "ad" that was in the paper. This was Janice’s job and since she is no longer with the paper, another person will be around. BAMA has gotten a past due notice regarding the ad, so we need to get this taken care of.

Other Business

• JB let everyone know that the Pacific Grind will be offering lunches now. He has made up new menus.
• Roadhouse101’s representative Victor said that they are making up new menus for lunch, and that there will be a Poker run sponsored by Salem Harley and the Roundabouts in April, the run will start here in Taft, ending in Florence.

Last chance to check your business information on the TAFT walking map
It is time to make sure that your information is accurate both on the Web and the walking Map. Please check online to verify that your data is correct. We would like to have the Map printed before the season begins. JB made some suggestions that we get ads for the back of the Map.

UPDATE:
Barton's Students came down to Eleanor’s Undertow and picked up a check for 300.

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday February 12 Topics:
President Tom called meeting to order at 530 pm

Tom announced that Janice has left the News Guard and that Georgia will be active with BAMA now. Said he had talked with Barton and the Journalism class has enough money for their trip. Tom suggested BAMA give a Bon Voyage party for the students plus a small donation to them from the proceeds.

Get a Clue, Sweetheart -- February 8 to 17th
Roundabouts gave a report on the Get A Clue Sweetheart event this coming week connected to Antique Week. Also they are planning a Poker Run with several other clubs the weekend of the City Wide (County Wide) Garage Sale in April.

Financial Report needed/new officers to be elected
A discussion was held regarding the financial reports and bookkeeping setup. Ed offered to take over as Treasurer as Tim is not able to make the meeting and we need proper financial reports to comply with the IRS and State. It was suggested that the members be notified and an election for Vice President ( Ed’s present position) and Treasurer be held as soon as possible.BAMA would like to vote in March, watch for an email regarding this topic.

Aja requested a copy of the by-laws so they can be updated and corrected. Tom said he would get material together and give it to Aja so she can update it and get copies to members for their input.

Web Domain
Carla reported she had paid the annual fee for the web-site. Ed moved and Tom seconded to consider the dues for 2008 paid for Once in a Blue Moon Gallery to repay Carla for her work on the web-site and cost of registration. Motion passed unanimously.

Next meeting
The next meeting for BAMA will be March 11 at Roots 101.
there may be another meeting for officers to fine tune the bylaws and officer elections. Look for new officer election at the March BAMA Meeting. Be sure your membership is current -- because only current members will be able to run, or vote.

Report from Sandy about VCB
VCB is looking at creating a kite boarding festival for the weekend of May 17 with John Force. It is still in the discussion phase but VCB feels that it would be an excellent event. The hope is to have it here in the Taft area/Siletz Bay, which they feel is safer than out in the ocean. When they have had Kite Boarders at the Kite Festival it was very well received. They are looking into prizes and other things.

VCB would like to enhance the Mud Flat Golf tournament planned in Sept. or October, to include a celebrity. Perhaps build upon the event and get more participation. They feel that it could become a great draw for the area.

VCB Had an excellent response to the 500 green traditional floats that were dropped this week. They are thinking of doing it again, Sandy said that they found a reasonable vendor for these.

Miracle on 51st
The event turned out well, everyone was very pleased with the feedback they have been getting. BAMA almost broke even on light purchases, Tom and JB will be repaid for what they paid out to buy the lights, a decision still needs to be made as to what to do with the rest of the lights.

Feedback and comments for next year:

• More lighting at the end point. Ed would like to put up icicle lights and plug in to the existing socket down on the end.
• Tom suggested getting Santa to spend a little time with kids afterwards
• The Roundabouts said that some of the other motorcycle groups would like to get involved next year.
• Some people would like the event to go farther north into town, but BAMA would like to keep it down here.
• The Lights were an issue -- there were still many places that weren't lit up, we hope for better involvement next year and believe that the prizes will help with participation.
• The Stars were well received, would perhaps like to expand on that for next year too.
• One thing that wasn't decided was what to do afterwards--do we pick up the stars or leave them?

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Get a Clue, Sweetheart -- February 8 to 17th

Roundabouts reported on their progress setting this event up. The Casino will be donating some items and would like to sponsor the event with BAMA and Freeman Choppers. Janice and the Newspaper will be pulling together the flyer -- which will need to include some information about the Siletz Indians.

The event will involve a scavenger hunt. Contestants fill in the blanks on many questions regarding Lincoln City, involving going from area to area learning about the city. The event will end in a location in Taft, where prizes will be awarded. Some BAMA members would prefer to keep the event in Taft, and others thought it a good way to show BAMA’s participation in City wide events.There are still many details that are being worked out. If you have questions or would like to donate a prize for the event. Contact Stephanie Franklin at (541) 961-3065, or by email:stephanie@bpfcpa.net

Plein Air Art Festival

The event has been moved from the first weekend in October to June 21. Because the event was moved to earlier in the year, it makes this the second event in the budget year, and will be slightly scaled down. There will be artist workshops, music, but not the artist/vendors like previous years. Launa is getting bids for a tent for the next year to protect artists and musicians.

We were very happy to hear she is still trying to keep the event in Taft. Lets hope that this new date will be better for everyone.
Launa has been contacting artists all over Oregon to get these workshops going. There will be a small fee for the workshop space, but the artists gets to keep the profits for the class. This should guarantee participation.

Dues/Membership/Flower Poles

We ran out of time, but Linda would like to discus this topic at the next meeting.

Super Auction being held this weekend

The Pub Run was moved this year to the Ocean Lake area. Ed Kuntz wants to get an event called “Taste of Taft” together. Taft restaurants can come and sell samples of their food, he may need some volunteers as well. For more details or information on how you can get involved, call Ed at 994-4920.

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday December 11 Topics:

Lights Lights Lights -- and Santa with his raindeers

Janice told every one that the story will be on the front of Currents, and described the Ad. More details about the actual event were discussed. Money that is brought in by the sale of the lights is to be given to Tom for deposit.

There are still a few more stars available.

Thanks to Janice, and many others, there will be two huge prizes for the best lights for residential and business. Thank you everyone. Aja is putting these together into a basket.

Community Days

BAMA MEMBERS

At the first meeting of the Community Days Committee, the discussion came up as to how BAMA and the Taft area wanted to be part of the celebration this year. Last year we did the Pub and Poker Run. Because of the way it has been set up the committee is going to see if the Oceanlake Area Merchants wants to do it this year. The committee is trying to have each District be the sponsor of the Pub Run on a different year.

Because Easter is so early this year and it co-insides with Spring Break the Community Days has been moved to April 7th through the 12th. Community Days has been shortened because there will not be the Easter Egg hunt and Picnic because of the changed dates.

One of the suggestions that was made is that Taft area merchants and BAMA co-ordinate with the Taft Cullinary Class and sponsor a Taste of Taft at the High School. The Cullinary Class with be doing Taco Night again and the committee thought maybe the businesses in Taft would work with the class to draw attention to the area. Tuesday and Thursday have been suggested for this event. If Oceanlake does the Pub and Poker Run it will probably be on Thursday night.

Please let me know your thoughts on this idea. If you have any other suggestions on what can be done to draw people to the Taft District during the Community Days please let me know. Call me at 994-4920 or e-mail me at EKuntz7171@aol.com.

Ed Kuntz

Action Items--Be thinking bout this.

• Antique week Feb. 8 to 18, we would like to plan a Sweet heart event, treasure hunt, or charity run in Taft - call Stephanie if you have ideas for this event at 994-3333.

Meeting Locations:
BAMA is looking for alternative places to have meetings. If you are interested in hosting one of the meetings, please send an e-mail to clovato@gorge.net, or call 541-996-3133

VCB Report
Mention of the Movie that will be made here in Lincoln City, and that they will be seeking extras, more details later, Also the free showing of Kite Runner will be held in Lincoln City on Thursday.

Coats and warm clothing items needed
Coats, hats, sweaters, scarves, gloves for both children and adults are needed in this area, If you have items for this charity call Ed Kuntz at 994-4920, he can let you know where to drop off these items. Also Janice at the Newspaper has a flyer about this.

Other business:
Roundabouts for Veterans and Communities
Keep them in mind for future events.

PS; Thank you Roundabouts, for the wonderful turn out for the Miracle on 51st. You are fabulous!

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday November 13 Topics:

Treasurer Report:
Tom reported that he believed that all of the bills have been paid, there could be, another charge for picking up the baskets.

Sand Castle Contest 2008 (30th year)
Saturday, August 2, 2008.
Tom will be heading the Sandcastle contest for 2008 --he has done it for many years and would like to participate in the 30th year. tbro@embarqmail.com

He also mentioned that It would be nice to have a Calendar of events for the Taft Area. Everyone agreed.

Dave Price would like to meet with the person in charge of the event to see how Oregon Coast Today can help.

Poker Run
Members thought it would be nice to tie it in with the Antique Week (Feb. 8 through 18) Some items mentioned were treasure hunts, motorcycles, and hearts, and charity runs. Call Stephanie at 994-3333, the Roundabouts for Veterans and Community if you would like to get involved.

• This could be an event that lasts all week ,with the final day for the drawing, businesses in the area could run specials etc.
• Looking for businesses to participate, and donations for prizes.
  

Coats and warm clothing items needed
Coats, hats, sweaters, scarves, gloves for both children and adults are needed in this area, If you have items for this charity call Ed Kuntz at 994-4920, he can let you know where to drop off these items.

Lights Lights Lights
These are some of the topics that were discussed. Aja went to the Lincoln City storage area and found that there were 9 metal structures for lights that the city will loan Taft. Starfish, Anchors, and Shells. Aja talked to Ace hardware and they are willing to donate some lights to repair these items.

It was agreed that we should have this Holiday event for a local charity, Aja and JB are going to speak to Barton and his high school students about what they need, and to get them involved. Some items mentioned:

• Students could raise money by putting up lights for businesses/and others in the Taft area
• Offer the large updated lights for a donation to be given the the High School for their needs.
• Culinary students could sell cocoa/and other, at lighting event
• Motorcycle Santa and elves could make an appearance and give out candy canes.
• Could ask for donations at the end of 51st
• Music
• We could probably use the glass studio area for fixing up the lights
• Flyers --Aja will create
• We will need extension cords and ties.

The actual lighting will be set for December 15, to be moved earlier next year to create a longer event for the area. Meetings about this will be held at Pacific Grind Nov. 20, 27 and Dec 4, 11 at 5:30. Please come to the meeting lets make this a success.

Action Items

• Tom will be in charge of the 2008 Sand Castle event, questions regarding this event may be e-mailed to him at tbro@embarqmail.com, or call 996-3800.
  
• Coats, hats, sweaters, scarves, gloves for both children and adults are needed in this area, If you have items for this charity call Ed Kuntz at 994-4920
  
• Meetings for the Christmas Lighting Nov. 20, 27 and Dec. 4, 11 - at Pacific Grind Coffee. We could use your ideas, and help, please join us. Questions Call Aja at 996-root or JB at 921-7788.
  
  -Fix old light fixtures with lights donated by Ace Hardware --thank you Ace
  
  - We will need extension cords and ties.
  
  - We could probably use the glass studio area for fixing up the lights
  
  - Offer the large updated lights for a donation to be given the the High School for their needs.
  
  - Students could raise money by putting up lights for businesses/and others in the Taft area.
  
  - Culinary students could sell cocoa/and other, at lighting event
  
  - Motorcycle Santa/elves could make an appearance and give out candy canes.
  
  - Could ask for donations at the end of 51st
  
  - Music
  
  - Flyers --Aja will create, we will put online too.
  
  
  - Decorate for the Holidays --lets make Taft Glow
  
• Antique week Feb. 8 to 18, we would like to plan a Poker Run, treasure hunt, or charity run in Taft - call Stephanie if you have ideas for this event at 994-3333.
  
  - This could be an event that lasts all week ,with the final day for the drawing, businesses in the area could run specials etc.
  
  - Looking for businesses to participate, and donations for prizes.

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday October 9th Topics:
Treasurer Report:
As of October 1, 2007--BAMA currently has 22 members , 14 flower poles were adopted, and Sand Castle Contest had 10 t-shirt sponsors for 2007.

Sand Castle Contest 2008 (30th year)
The date chosen for 2008 (base upon tide charts ) will be Saturday, August 2, 2008.

BAMA is still looking for someone to take over the Sandcastle contest for 2008 --Tom has done it for many years, so let us know if you are interested, come to a meeting or give a call to Tom at Eleanor's Undertow.

Rededication Celebration Honoring Vets
September 29 and 30
The Roundabouts for Veterans and Communities reported that they had a good turn out for their first event on 51st. Shorty, Lyn, Dan and Stephanie would like to get involved with other fund raising events with BAMA in the Taft area, and would like to have a Poker run/walk in the spring. They will e-mail BAMA with a proposed date for this event.

VCB Report -- Plein Air Art Festival
Sandy Pfaff reported that the event October 6th and 7th was wet, cold, and windy. Many of the vendors survived, and stayed for the event -- they were troupers. The music was fantastic and she was pleasantly surprised that even with the bad weather many folks came out to participate. They decided to change the quick draw slightly so that there was more time to auction off the art. You will find the paintings on display at the Glass studio until November 10th where you can place a silent bid.

Sandy was asked about other dates earlier in the Summer but there aren't any left, and the large tent idea has been brought up, but it costs 19,000 for the rental , it creates a problem for emergency vehicles getting onto the beach, and after it is taken down there are repairs needed to the cement where it is anchored down.
Roundabouts asked Sandy about getting a nonprofit, fund raising booth at the Kite festival this month. Sandy replied that due to the short deadline It wouldn't work for this year, but that it was a good Idea for the next event.

Sandy also reminded us that this is next year is the 30th Sand Castle event.

Meeting Locations:
BAMA is looking for alternative places to have meetings. If you are interested in hosting one of the meetings, please send an e-mail to clovato@gorge.net, or call 541-996-3133.

The Glass Foundry was one of the locations mentioned, Sandy said she had the key. The meeting in November will be held at the Roots 101, hosted by Aja.

Action Items

• Still looking for a volunteer to take over the Sand Castle event.
• Need locations for future BAMA meetings.
• Work on lighting up for the holidays/winter nights.
• Planting Flowers/ Beautification projects in Taft.
• Think about ways we can tie into events, or interesting things we can do and promote this area for our slow season -- get involved in more charitable events.
  

some ideas presented:

• Coat Drives
• Food Drives
• Back Pack (food) Drives for kids
• Poker walk for charity/or fallen service people/Cancer etc.
• Baby food/supplies like diapers for those that need it
  

Other items:
include a Sidewalk Chalk Drawing with other events

GEOCASH (treasure hunts)
Dont forget to call the Roundabouts for future events.

Other business:
Roundabouts for Veterans and Communities would like to host a Poker run in the Taft area and will e-mail us with a date in the spring. Roadhouse 101 had offered their business as a check in point, other places could be the covered area at the end of 51st street. They are interested in being included in local events, if you think of something or an event they could participate in, give Stephanie a call at 994-3333.

Aja, from Roots 101 would like to plan some other ways to make Taft stand out as a place to visit with such things as lighting up the whole area. If each house, or business would put up Christmas lights it would make us more visible. We revisited the idea of fixing up the old light sculptures that are at the visitor center. If anyone would like to go check them out and see if they can be used for lighting displays, just stop by the VCB. Sandy mentioned that they need a lot of work -- and perhaps PGE packs to light them.

It would be nice if BAMA would be more involved in Charity events, such as canned food drives, backpack program and others. So maybe for the next meeting at the November meeting we could come up with some ideas.

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday September 11th Topics:

Sand Castle Contest 2008
The date chosen for 2008 and will be Saturday, August 2, 2008.
Sign up will begin at around 12. The rest of the information will be available later.

*BAMA is still looking for someone to take over the Sandcastle contest for next year--Tom has done it for many years, so let us know if you are interested, come to a meeting or give a call to Tom at Eleanor’s Undertow.

Janice from the News Guard asked for a list of the contest winners.
We will again be looking for prizes for the contest.

Rededication Celebration Honoring Vets
September 29 and 30
We would like some help decorating the non-flower poles on 51st Saturday morning.

At last months meeting Shorty, Lyn, Dan and Stephanie represented the Lincoln City Chapter of Roundabouts for Veterans & Communities and are willing to have a Children’s Carnival on 51st street for the Celebration. They suggested several games that will be easy to set up and operate and they will coordinate staffing.

A kite building demonstration is also being organized.

Plein Air Art Festival
Launa DeGiusti presented more information about the festival on October 6th and 7th. if you have questions you can email her at launa@lincolncity.org.

The festival has grown from 13 booths last year to 40 this year. There will be 2 wineries represented and many artists and musicians.
At the next meeting we would like to address time and location of BAMA meetings and what we wish to accomplish for the non -peak season to keep our area interesting to tourists.

Action Items for September

• Saturday September 29 need help decorating poles on 51st. 8 am by Eleanor’s and Blue Moon.
  
• Still looking for a volunteer to take over the Sand Castle event.
  
• Need locations for future BAMA meetings.
  
• Think about ways we can tie into events, or interesting things we can do and promote this area for our slow season --please bring them to the next meeting.

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday August 13th Topics:

Sandcastle Contest
There were about 70 entries and it was very successful. They had great weather and collected over 4 cases of canned goods for the Food Bank. The T-shirts have almost paid for themselves and there is still money coming in from the sales. It may show a bit of a profit. Tom stated we still could use sponsors for the flower poles as there is still an outstanding balance due and a few spots not taken yet.

The Winners of of the 29th annual Lincoln City Sandcastle Contest

Children Aged 5-12
1st place --Kevin Winder of Salem, OR
Honorable Mention -- Janae Wantaja of Bellingham, WA

Teens Aged 13-18
1st place -- Choici Stroe of Walla Walla, WA
Honorable Mention --Lorna Rickman of Lincoln City, OR

Adults 19-Older
1st place -- Chris & Pam Connell of Gleneden Beach, OR
Honorable Mention --Kenny Dunn of Vancouver, WA

Family or Group
1st place -- Charles Broyles & Bear Co. of Otis, OR
Honorable Mention --Dennis McCauley & Co. of Corbett, OR

Best Mermaid
Adult -- Sue, Mindi, and Marilyn of West Linn, OR

Child -- Antonio Mititiero of Salem, OR

Best Chowderhead
Joshua Deenandan of Lynnwood, WA

Best Traditional Sandcastle
Margaret Wolf & "Wild Women" of Portland, OR

Museum Event
Anne reported there was a successful Time Capsule event at the museum and they are planning for an event for the Celebration of Honor for Veterans.

Rededication Ceremony for Vets
Sandy reported that the VCB is going to put 40 Red, White and Blue floats out for the Celebration of Honor.

Shorty, Lyn, Dan and Stephanie represented the Lincoln City Chapter of Roundabouts for Veterans & Communities and are willing to work with BAMA to have a Children's Carnival on 51st Street for the Celebration. They suggested several games that will be easy to set up and operate and they will coordinate staffing.

Ed reported that the Fire Department Water Rescue Team had been approached and are will to give demonstrations in the bay if there is something else going on at the end of 51st Street. Bob D. didn't think people would come down just to see that but would be interested if they were already here.

Discussion was held regarding other things that could be done. Red, White and Blue bunting around the flower poles, specials at the businesses focused on the veterans. A suggestion was made to have a Scavenger Hunt for a prize and after much discussion regarding lack of participation on previous events that was rejected.

Other Business

Tom reported we have a couple of bills to pay but because we lacked a quorum no action was taken.

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday July 10th Topics:

Sand Castle Contest
Tom presented the artwork for the August 11th Sand Castle T-shirts, the shirts are due to be delivered any day, if you would like to sell T-shirts or would like to volunteer to help the day of the event please call Eleanor’s Undertow: 996-3800.

• It was suggested that we take some posters around to the businesses in the area, museum offered to print some.
• BAMA is looking for someone to take over the Sand castle contest for next year, so let us know if you are interested, come to a meeting or give a call to Tom at Eleanor’s Undertow.
• Still looking for prizes for the Sand Castle contest.
• There were 7 sponsors this year, Aja offered to find more for next year.
• Bret will do the PA system again this year, Thank you Bret!
• The Museum will be having an event at the same time as the Sand castle contest. Children are available to do face painting, there will be a puppet show at 2 PM, as well as a dedication ceremony at 12 noon, which will include a time capsule, and puppet making workshops.
• If you have anything you would like to put in the time capsule please get it to the Museum before the day of the event.
  

Plein Air Art Festival
Launa DeGiusti was introduced, and presented some information about the festival on October 6th and 7th. There is to be a meeting on Monday July 16th at the Glass Studio at 6 PM everyone is welcome, or if you can’t make it and have questions you can email her at launa@lincolncity.org.

Some of the BAMA members want to think of things to do during the festival that will get people to walk around the whole area of TAFT. Some suggestions were sidewalk sales and events--( just don't block the sidewalks). other items discussed were the Red Devils, and the Pirates from Depot Bay.

Rededication Celebration Honoring Vets
September 29 and 30

Some ideas that were discussed were:

• Decorating 51st with red white and blue
• Sales and discounts for veterans at the shops, restaurants, and hotels
• Fly over -- by military or coast guard
  Kite building
• Military exhibit at the Museum -- free admission for Vets.
• Crabbing demonstrations
• Golf in the mud flats
• If you have any ideas bring them to the next meeting.
  

Other Business
Sandy from VCB said that if businesses are staying open late, let her know and she will email her list of hotels. It is something tourists have been requesting.

Marketing Taft
Bring your marketing Ideas to the next meeting, we need to get things rolling on this. Items mentioned were cartoon map, something like the passport card, etc.

Action Items:

• Sand Castle is looking for prize donations, If you have something you would like to donate, deliver to Eleanor’s Undertow.
• Looking for Volunteers for the day of the contest (August 11) Call Tom at 996-3800 if you can help out.
• Sand Castle posters need to be put up, (a Version will be online to download), Aja from Roots101 volunteered to take some around, and the Museum volunteered to print 25 or more.
• BAMA needs a person willing to head up the Sand Castle contest for next year -- any one interested, let BAMA know at the next meeting or call Tom at 996-3800.
• Museum looking for items, for the Time Capsule - they need them before August 11, the day of the Sand castle Contest. Contact the museum for more information.
• Bring your Marketing Ideas to the Next Meeting, it is time to get this started. Begin thinking about it now.
• If anyone would like to keep their businesses open later in the evening --lets work together . Sandy will email her list of hotels to let them know if we do this. This is one of the most requested items from tourists. If we can get more of our businesses to stay open late (especially on weekends) it could be a good draw to our area .
• Looking for ideas to involve businesses throughout Taft in the upcoming events (Sand Castle, Plein Air art festival, Veteran’s event in the fall) some suggestions were stay open late, or have special sales, etc.
• Meeting planned at Glass studio for the Plein Air Art Festival --Monday July 16th , 6 PM
  everyone is welcome.
• Looking for ideas for the Casino Rededication Ceremony September 29th & 30th. Some suggestions: run specials for Vets, decorate the area so that Taft looks unified and welcoming to the Vets. We would like ideas to get Taft involved in this event. Give Ed Kuntz a call at 994-4920, or come to the next meeting.

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday June 12th

T-Shirt Artwork
Tom presented the artwork for the SandCastle T-shirts, he is also looking for volunteers to help during the day of the Sand Castle contest. If you are interested give a call to the Tom at Eleanor's Undertow 996-3800. The event is scheduled to happen on August 11th.

Other Business:

A Plaque and Flowers were presented to Eleanor
Eleanor has been president of Bama for many years, she was not sure of the exact date, and she had a lot to do with the Urban Renewal Project, as well as being a driving force in the Taft area to get things accomplished.

Eleanor talked about the land that was donated, Robison Plaza, and Baileys Bait shop and Dock, which occupied the area where Mos is currently. Eleanor had a lot to do with the Memorial, Flag Pole on the end of 51 street, and of course the flower poles.

She also spoke about her old family home that was moved to 51st street, The Museum has much of this information available as well as photographs.

Eleanor has a photo of the first graduation in 1940, there were 40 graduates that first year. She also offered the photo to the newspaper to use next year for an article about graduation history.

Cake and punch was served, lots of photos were taken.

Treasurer's Report
Tim reported on BAMA'a account balance.

Further discussion on Invoicing other Flower pole adoptees, it was noted that many businesses don't have the ability to pay until they have an invoice. Linda Nelson is working on this.

Weston Hotels, may buy another pole for one of their other hotels, Maryanne from Looking glass would like an invoice to submit a request.

Sand castle T-Shirts sponsorship was discussed. Tom will be getting letters out to the sponsors for the contest for both prizes, and t-shirt sponsorship.

There are still many flower poles available for adoption.

Some of the Plaques are beginning to dissolve metal and fall off the poles. Steve thought there might be a better choice for metal that would not react with the salt air at the Marine supply store. Eleanor asked him to check it out for BAMA, and he agreed.

From the News Guard
Janice from the Newspaper, wanted everyone to know that if there is something going on in Taft to let her know so that the paper could cover it.

The Newspaper is currently working on a special feature that would showcase the history of the various areas of Lincoln City, Janice would like Taft to be the first area to be written about. Many people said that Taft was the first area that was incorporated into Lincoln City.

From VCB
Sandy Pfaff offered to loan the Sandcastle Contest 20 of the City's banners.
If anyone would like to look into the lights the city has - -just check in at the front desk and they will take you up. Joe and Ed are going to look at what it would take to fix some of these.

From Chamber
Allyson, talked about one of the Chamber activities:
Chamber After Hours Social -- June 21, 2007 Hosted by Oregon Coast Today, and Roots 101.
5:30 pm-7 pm to be held at Roots 101 5021 SW Hwy. 101, They would like someone to mention that there are some flower poles still available to adopt and have forms/invoices available.

Summary of Meeting
Tuesday May 8th -- 5:30

Topics:

Treasurer's Report
Tim Neiberg has a conflict with Tuesday evening, but if we didn't mind, he would still like to continue serving as BAMA's Treasurer.

The Flowers are being set up on 51st street today

History Lesson from Eleanor
Eleanor talked about the original BAMA, members, businesses, and events that were held in this area. "The original purpose was to promote the area, and bring people here." Eleanor feels that the flowers are a big part of this, like in Vancouver Gardens.She would like to see members walk about and see everyone's shops and businesses, like in the past. Someone asked her why this stopped, and she replied. . . Well they just get old and die. . .

Sand Castle Contest was originally handled by the Parks and Recreation department. BAMA donated 400 dollars each year. but the event was getting smaller and smaller. BAMA took it over. Eleanor talked about the prizes and awards.

Election of officers
Members discussed organization, election of officers, and submitted nominations. Aja, Carol and Linda decided that they weren't interested in offices at this time, so this narrowed the selection down. There were more than seven members in good standing present so a vote could be taken.

• President — Thomas Brosy, Eleanor's Undertow
• Vice-President— Ed Kuntz, An Exceptional Place to B & B
• Treasurer — Tim Neiberg
• Secretary — Carla Lovato, Once in a Blue Moon Gallery

Casino Re-dedication of the Veteran's Memorial
Ed Kuntz asked BAMA if we would like to get involved in the Casino's Re-dedication ceremony planned for September 30th. Would BAMA like to sponsor an event on 51st for the Veterans , September 29th? We should revisit this topic at our next meeting.

Meeting for June will be held at An Exceptional Place to B & B
1213 SW 52nd Court, Lincoln City. The Bed and Breakfast will be celebrating its 10th year of operation. If you have any questions, or need directions Call Ed Kuntz at:(541) 994-4920
www.anexceptionalbandb.com
ekuntz7171@aol.com

Ways to Market and Unify the Taft area
Ann from the museum talked about how spinning bright colored banners and other things could be of use in our area as well as lights to draw attention to Taft. Ed mentioned some of the guidelines for lights in our area. Sandy said the old lights are still available to look at to see if we can get them working and use in our area. Due to the short time left in the meeting, we will need to set up a group to do this in our next meeting.

Museum is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary
The Museum will be planning some special events during the Sand Castle Contest. At noon there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony including a time capsule, and a Punch and Judy puppet show at 1 PM. Come and join the fun. The Museum is available for other events, and would like to pick a month to have the BAMA Meeting. It was agreed that the Museum should be used more as a draw for the Taft area.

News Guard
Janice from the Newspaper, wanted everyone to know that if there is something going on in Taft to let her know so that the paper could cover it.

Aja from Roots 101, presented a book on Roberts Rules
meetings can be conducted in a more effective and efficient manner. We would like to get as much as possible from these meetings and this looks like a good way to do it. Tom and the rest of the members thanked her.

Tuesday April 10th 2007

Topics:

Organization and election of officers
Members discussed organization, and presenting an professional front to the public, as well as to B.A.M.A. members. Elections for new officers will be held at the May meeting.

Janice from the News Guard will write up a press release and send it to Tom for approval prior to publication. She will also create ballots to be emailed / as well as some printed,and posted on the Web which can be downloaded — so that it may be given to all active members. If a member cannot make it to the meeting to place their vote, they may turn in ballots to ROOTS101 prior to the meeting date.

Tom will present these ballots to Eleanor for approval, and if there are any objections, those will be stated PRIOR to the next meeting/vote.

Tom will also provide written bi-laws for future reference, and to post on our web page.

Mary anne from the Looking Glass Inn volunteered to work on a Mission Statement for the Association.

"Serving the Taft area of Lincoln City Oregon, the Bay Area Merchants Association (BAMA) promotes activities celebrating the historic Siletz Bay, encouraging economic prosperity by promoting tourism and preserving the unique character of Taft."

Sandcastle Contest T-shirts were discussed: Tom suggested cutting a color or two to keep costs down. We decided that having a local artist do the work will save money as well. Russ is welcome to present a completed idea at the next meeting.

Taft Pub Run: Matt dropped off envelopes with numbers to the meeting. Each person participating in the Pub Run will receive a numbered envelope with their first drink. As they receive more drinks/cards, the bartender will write their envelope number on the card given. This will prevent switching cards. Matt also asked that all bartenders be responsible to know when to turn people away for alcohol, as there will be a lot of consumption happening, and all those folks will end up at Roadhouse 101.

VCB News: Sandy shared with us her experience with the web-marketing seminar, and strongly suggests it for our marketing group, or anyone interested in expanding their internet website. She will try to get the speaker back in town. We also briefly discussed having the mudflats golf go pro in future years.

Aja discussed the Earth Day Event - Community mural using recycled materials will still happen in Taft under the covered area on April 21st from 9-11AM. Carol at Tiki's will donate organic coffee to all who participate. Carla Lovato from Once in a Blue Moon Gallery will donate a roll of canvas. ALL are welcome, young or old, artist or not!

roots@roots101.com

Taste of Taft Pub Run on April 12 th

BAMA will be hosting the Community Days "Taste of Taft" Pub Run. The Historic Anchor Inn, Roadhouse 101, Snug Harbor Bar and Grill, Shucker's Oyster Bar, The Historic Pines Restaurant and Tup's Bar and Grill will all be participating.

• BAMA will provide decks of playing cards to each pub to be used for the PUB RUN.
• A free shuttle for participants will operate from 5:30 PM until shortly after 9 PM. There will be a person on the shuttle who will come into each establishment to let people know it is there. The stops will be somewhere between 20 to 30 minutes apart depending on weather and traffic.
• There will be a prize for the best and worst poker hand collected during the event. This prize will be given away around 9:30 PM on Thursday night at the Roadhouse 101. Matt has arranged for a band to be playing from around 8PM.
• According to previous events we can expect between 75 and 100 people to take part in the Pub Run.
• All participating Pubs are having food and drink specials.
• Roadhouse 101 will have music starting around 8:00 p.m. Prizes will be awarded here.
• Matt will type up a list of Rules for the Poker Run.
• We will need some prizes.
• Posters will be ready soon, Ed will pick them up and distribute to businesses.

Questions? Call or email Ed Kuntz at (541) 994-4920, ekuntz7171@aol.com.

Marketing the Taft area
If you have any ideas bring them to our next meeting. We need to get people to continue down Hwy. 101 to the Taft area. If you have questions, ideas, or would like to get involved, call Carla at (541) 996-3133 or email clovato@gorge.net

Tuesday February 13th, 2007

Topics:

Brief financial report
Tom reported that its going well, Linda has been doing an excellent job getting out and talking to people - the account is a little under $1,000 at this point and Tom suggested that BAMA pay the $100 owed to the T-shirt cartoonist.

Earth Day Events
Aja from Roots 101 brought everyone up to date on her meeting with the mayor and the other committee members for Earth day.

• Many of the ideas will be used at the Community Center, such as hybrid car demos, Sitkas Garbage sculpture, etc. due to the unpredictability of the weather, and short time-lines to bring this together.
• Getting the Taft area more involved by painting a public mural was discussed. Aja's suggested using her current business location which will be empty, open to the public and some of the BAMA members will volunteer to paint it.
• Chalk drawing on sidewalks was mentioned as a fundraiser again -- weather permitting
• Public planting of shrubs, in the area designated for the weather station. If anyone is interested
• Beach clean up -- even though the SOLV beach clean up will be on April 24th it would be nice to have one on Saturday April 21 for Earth Day. Members made suggestions for who to contact with this project.
• Permanent Recycle Bins may be placed around the Siletz Bay.
• Ed will talk to Tina about what we need for a clean-up.
• Sitka Artists wish to get involved in this.

If you have questions, want to volunteer, or make suggestions talk to Aja at Roots 101. roots@roots101.com

Taste of Taft Pub Run on April 12 th

BAMA will be hosting the Community Days "Taste of Taft" Pub Run. The Historic Anchor Inn, Roadhouse 101, Snug Harbor Bar and Grill, Shucker's Oyster Bar, The Historic Pines Restaurant and Tup's Bar and Grill will all be participating.

• BAMA will provide decks of playing cards to each pub to be used for the PUB RUN.
• A free shuttle for participants will operate from 5:30 PM until shortly after 9 PM. There will be a person on the shuttle who will come into each establishment to let people know it is there. The stops will be somewhere between 20 to 30 minutes apart depending on weather and traffic.
• There will be a prize for the best and worst poker hand collected during the event. This prize will be given away around 9:30 PM on Thursday night at the Roadhouse 101. Matt has arranged for a band to be playing from around 8PM.
• According to previous events we can expect between 75 and 100 people to take part in the Pub Run.
• All participating Pubs are having food and drink specials.
• Roadhouse 101 will have music starting around 8:00 p.m. Prizes will be awarded here.
• Matt will type up a list of Rules for the Poker Run.
• We will need some prizes.
• Posters will be ready soon, Ed will pick them up and distribute to businesses.

Questions? Call or email Ed Kuntz at (541) 994-4920, ekuntz7171@aol.com.

City wide meetings need to be attended by BAMA
Aja offered to go to the other meetings in the area on BAMA's behalf.

Marketing the Taft area
Roadhouse 101, suggested we get together to think about Marketing the Taft area. If you have any ideas bring them to our next meeting. Some items that were discussed were, Ads, billboards, brochures, posters, or items put in hotels and the chamber. etc. We need to get people to continue down Hwy. 101 to the Taft area. If you have questions, ideas, or would like to get involved, call Carla at (541) 996-3133 or email clovato@gorge.net

New Officers It is time to think about electing officers for BAMA, If you would like to be involved, or know someone that would do a good job, please bring your ideas to the next meeting. We are considering having elections in May.

Brief report about dues and flower pole adoption
Linda reported that its going well, she is dropping off forms and talking to people.

Price of Flower pole sponsorship will need to be raised $25 to cover installation and pick-up. It was voted upon and accepted to raise the sponsorship to $225 per year for each pole.

Business membership is $65
Individual membership is $25

Progress on the BAMA website
The new website is going well. A print out of the site was brought in for people to look at, and a request was made for suggestions and input, The web will be slightly redesigned to make it more user friendly for tourists, such as change a few of the headings. The site domain name is www.taftbeach.com, Hosting and cost of domain was 59$.

News from VCB Kick off for Antique Week -- February 9 through 19th is going well. The turnout for "Shades of the Red Head Roundup," held at the Community Center had a light attendance, but that was expected for a first time event. (You may remember that this event was once very big here in Taft.)

Sandy also talked about the grand penning of the Culinary Center Friday February 16, 3 to 6 pm actual ribbon cutting will be held around 4pm. There will be live music, food, etc. Come and join the fun.

The Culinary Center will be used for classes, as another way to attract tourists to Lincoln City during non-peak seasons. If you have ideas for classes, partnering packages with the center, or other indoor attractions in our area, please email Sandy.

TNT revisited
Ed Kuntz reported that TNT is still in a holding pattern. It is a good idea, many businesses would like to keep it going, but the choice of day is still being discussed. Tuesday is a day that many businesses in the off-peak season are closed, there have been conflicts with Thursday. Some of the businesses would like it to be held on Friday and Saturday nights. Ed is looking for your thoughts on this subject.

Also discussed the upcoming Community Days Events, Ed asked members if BAMA would like to take over the Poker Pub Crawl. Taft is an ideal area for this event, due to the close proximity of many bars, restaurants, and businesses.

Shuckers Sports Bar, Tups, The Snug Harbor, Roadhouse 101, Tiki, Pines and Moes were all mentioned as possible participants. Roadhouse 101 suggested that the final poker match should be held the evening of the event instead of waiting until the next day. He offered to have it on Thursday night at his establishment and perhaps have a Blues Band. Questions or suggestions: Ed Kuntz at 994-4920, or email: ekuntz7171@aol.com.

Asia from Roots 101 had some ideas for events involving the Siletz bay/Taft area. It would be nice to plan an event around Earth Day, along with the garbage pick-up that is already planned. Some suggestions were, Art & nature event, History, Surfing lessons, Car hybrid display, Largest bag of trash contest, chalk drawing contest on the pavement. Asia would like to get something started. If you have any Ideas about this, or would like to get involved, drop into the store and visit with her, or email her at:roots@roots101.com

Roadhouse 101 also thought it would be good to bring the Red Head Roundup back to the Taft area. Discussion was also held about possible areas to hold a Blues festival.

Tuesday January 9th, 2007

Topics:

Brief Treasurers report
Tom reported that the flower baskets and T-shirts have been paid for, and there was $98 in the account. Which doesn't cover the $300 bill for the flower basket installation and pick-up. January is a time to join, renew, or sponsor a flower pole with BAMA.

Price of Flower pole sponsorship will need to be raised $25 to cover installation and pick-up. It was voted upon and accepted to raise the sponsorship to $225 per year for each pole.

Business membership is $65
Individual membership is $25

News from VCB Kick off for Antique Week -- February 9 through 19th will include an event on February 10th "Paint the Town Red" We are all encouraged to get involved by adding Red to our businesses, store fronts, specials, etc. This event is a fund raiser to benefit Coastal Aids Network, and the American Red Cross.

Also watch for a version of the Red Head Roundup which will be held at the community center. (You may remember that this event was once very big here in Taft.)

Posters will be ready Friday January 12. -- Linda will be bringing these around to businesses in the Taft area.

Get involved, tell others, and if you need more information for this and other city events:

Officer elections Is it time for a new election? If you have any suggestions or comments, bring them to the next meeting.

Tuesday Night in Taft
Open discussion about continuing this event, whether to change the date, time, name etc. Sandy suggested having it on weekends when the city is full of tourists and extending the hours. She said that her most common question from people is where to shop and what to do after hours. Our city tends to close up at 6pm.

Due to the short time allowed for this topic we would like to continue this discussion and other events topics at the next meeting.

• Sand Castle Contest -- after checking the tide tables it looks like the best day for the event is Saturday August 11th 2007, Registration at 11 a.m. Starting at 1 p.m. and Judging at 4 p.m.
  
• TNT -- ongoing discussion about which day, and what to call this event.
  
• Lincoln City Plein Air Art Festival to be held Sept. 30 - Oct. 1 2007
  
• Mutt Masters -- May 19th. This event is moving to the Taft Elementary School and Barton would like to involve Taft in this event. Dog parade, or specials, food events, etc. Have any Ideas?
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• Mud Flat Golf Tournament Sandy would like Taft to get involved in taking this event to the next level. The City is maxed out during the months of July, August and September, but If you have any thoughts on this, bring them to the next meeting.

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Tuesday October 10th 2006

Topics:

Brief Treasurers report
Ed Kuntz reported that the flower baskets were paid for, and there was $1,598 in the account which should cover the cost of the T-shirts for this year.

Chamber of Commerce would like to encourage more members to join. The cost to join for the rest of this year would be 52.50 plus a one time fee of 25$. For more information you may call 994-3070 or visit the Chamber web site: www.lcchamber.com.

Other Associations A suggestion was made to attend other city merchant association meetings, it would be beneficial to work together city wide on many of these topics.

Officer elections When was the last one? Is it time for a new election? If you have any suggestions or comments please bring them to the next meeting.

Tuesday Night in Taft!!!
Open discussion about the upcoming TNT (Tuesday Night in Taft) All Taft businesses are invited to participate. The next event will be held October 17, 2006.

The first event went well, but we need to find ways to get people to walk out to 101 more. Some suggestions to improve and promote the event during the winter months included:

• 50/50 fundraiser held in a different Taft area locations with displays from local businesses, which would change each month.
• Lighting displays would increase visibility and give us a more unified look during the dark winter days. Sandy suggested that we take a look at some of the old lighting displays that the city has -- they need repair, but could be salvageable. Ed Kuntz asked if he could come up and take a look at them.
• Music, and events that interest people. Aneta suggested getting the Sweet Adeline's to perform in a central location such as the glass studio.
• Signs that are specific to the TNT event.
• Create an event parking/starting point up at Road House 101, Anchor Inn or other location to get people to walk down the hill to the other business.
• Hand out copies of the walking map/list of partcipants and their specials.

Tuesday September 12th, 2006

Topics:

Brief Treasurers report
Elenor announced that the Sand Castle T-shirts and the flowers have been paid for. So the BAMA account isn't in debt for these items. There will be a more comprehensive report at a latter date.

Tuesday Night in Taft!!!
Open discussion about the upcoming TNT (Tuesday Night in Taft) All Taft businesses are invited to participate. The pioneering event will be held September 19, 2006. To participate, businesses will agree to stay open for the event between 5 and 7 pm. Some may want to offer special treats, special pricing, or other incentives for folks to stop in and meet you. To have your business listed as a participant, please contact Ed Kuntz at 994-4920. Or email: ekuntz7171@aol.com. There will be radio and print notice provided prior to the event, as well as postings on our web site. There was also discussion about possible music or entertainment for future TNT events.

Please sign up now and help make this a special evening. If after you sign up with ED you are interested in being part of a drawing or other promotional event for this evening, please contact Anita Hazelbaker at aneta@harborside.com

BAMA web site was discussed. The web site will be a tool to showcase area businesses, attractions, and display a calendar of events. The name www.taftbeach.com was chosen by those present for the domain. So watch for future notices of when the name will be active for use.

Tuesday August 8th, 2006

Topics:

BAMA web site was discussed. The web site will be a tool to showcase area businesses, attractions, and display a calendar of events. Further discussion is scheduled for the next meeting including Domain name, and hosting costs.

Tuesday Night in Taft!!!
There has been discussion of creating a special destination day (or perhaps 2) per month celebrating the Taft Village and our unique combination of shops, services, dining, pubs and galleries. All Taft businesses are invited to participate. The pioneering event will be held September 19, 2006. To participate, businesses will agree to stay open for the event between 5 and 7 pm. Some may want to offer special treats, special pricing, or other incentives for folks to stop in and meet you. To have your business listed as a participant, please contact Ed Kuntz at 994-4920. Or email: ekuntz7171@aol.com. There will be radio and print notice provided prior to the event, as well as postings on our web site. There was also discussion about possible music or entertainment for future TNT events.

Please sign up now and help make this a special evening. If after you sign up with ED you are interested in being part of a drawing or other promotional event for this evening, please contact Aneta Hazelbaker at aneta@harborside.com