Notes from the Steering Committee meeting 5-8-08
Steering committee members; Judy, Darrell, Sharon, Lisa and myself met at the Fernwood Community Center (or CAF) for those who know it as such. Valdasue was able to join us and her insights were appreciated by all. Even though she has moved on in her career and has gotten married, she did agree to continue to be our Coach through the end of the Horizons project. Did I say the end?? It seems hard to believe that this project is and will be closing on June 30th. When we first began in Sept. 07, 18 months felt like an eternity and a big commitment! We all have worked hard at working together, attending meetings, sharing our experiences, and learning about poverty! Did I say attending meetings?? I think it is safe to say that we are now seeing the UpRiver communities as a “united” community, and hopefully we can forge ahead as one!
It was deceided to go ahead with an appreciation BBQ dinner for all those who participated in the annual clean-up day! It will be at the Drifters in Emida on May 17th from 4:30-6:30 PM. Nancy and Jim will provide the fixin’s and Horizons will sponsor the event. Thank you Nancy and Jim! We anticipate there will be a good turn-out with 10 organizations invloved in the clean-up this year.
The steering committee wants to publish a brochure on what the UpRiver Horizons has accomplished to date (to document all that was done), and to provide the area with further information and contact names. Valdasue will be looking into this for us. We also would like to have some historical photos worked up to help give our communities a sense of identity. We are open for suggestions and if there are some local photos that people would be willing for us to scan, we could reproduce, the original photo would be theirs to keep.
Another note of interest is the E-Commerce Training coming up on May 20-21 in Moscow. When we met there were 10 openings left. Remember, Horizons will pay for the training, $150, and all expenses related to getting there. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to learn more about having an internet business.
As I wrap this up it is Mother’s Day. So, to all you
Mothers out there in cyber space “Happy Mother’s Day!”
Joanne