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Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce 600 E. Depot PO Box 880 Brownwood, TX 76804
January 13, 2011 Volume 7, Issue 1
Your January 2012 Monthly Chamber Newsletter
Inside This Issue Page 2 • Chamber Luncheon • Nominations Page 3 • Firearms Museum Page 4 • New Members Page 5 • Christmas Under the Stars Page 6 • THANK YOU! Page 7 • National Night Out Page 8 • Brownwood Store Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Phone: (325) 646-9535 Fax (325) 643-6686 membership @brownwoodchamber.org
CHECK OUT OUR UP COMING EVENTS ON PAGE 6
Putter Jarvis selected TRC chair The Board of Directors of the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Putter Jarvis of Landmark Life will serve as the Chairman of the organization’s second annual Total Resource Campaign. Throughout the United States, Total Resource Campaigns (TRC’s) are gaining support and popularity among progressive chambers of commerce and have been embraced by Chamber Members, board leadership and staff because of the beneficial nature of the campaign. The TRC is designed to give Chamber members numerous opportunities to become more involved with the Chamber on various levels through greater public awareness of Chamber programs, projects and events. In addition, the TRC makes it easier for businesses to budget for the coming year and helps improve the efficiency of Chamber-sponsored events. When Chamber officials approached Jarvis about the concept of the Total Resource Campaign, he readily agreed to serve as the Chairman, stating, “That makes a lot of sense for both the Chamber and its members.” Jarvis, who has previously served as the Chamber’s Chairman of the Board, continued, “ This is the opportunity for Chamber Members to see the litany of programs and projects that the Chamber is involved in and then to select one or more that they would like to sponsor. In this way, they are not only members but they are laboring on behalf of truly making Brownwood a place that ‘Feels like Home’!” The Total Resource Campaign reviews
and evaluates current Chamber programs and develops a menu of sponsorship opportunities tailored to fit any budget, big or small. Over a seven-week period, beginning February 7, more than 50 local volunteers (working in teams) will work with Chamber members to design an ideal sponsorship plan for the entire year. The TRC is designed to be fun and exciting for team members with rewards available throughout the campaign and grand prizes for winning teams and their Team Captains. Although most teams will be comprised of representatives from various companies or organizations, Corporate Teams are encouraged and have enjoyed tremendous success in campaigns held in other locations. Chamber Members who are interested in serving as a Team Captain or volunteer are asked to contact Missi Malone, Director of Member Services by calling 325-646-9535 or email membership@brownwoodchamber.org.
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Chamber Hosts Mayor Stephen Haynes “State of the City”
The Chamber’s Monthly Luncheon will be Friday, January 20 at the Brownwood Country Club from 11:30 AM to 1 PM. The luncheon, which is open to members and guests, will feature an interesting program and will also include door prizes, introduction of new members and the new “Aces Wild” Cash Drawing—which features a guaranteed winner each month. The featured speaker will be Stephen E. Haynes, Mayor of the City of Brownwood. He will present his Annual “State of the City” Report to the Chamber members and guests. Stephen was born in Brownwood,
Sponsored by Oncor
Texas, and graduated and is a partner in the Haynes from Brownwood High Law Firm, P.C. His practice School. After high is devoted to all types of civil school, he attended law with a particular emphaAbilene Christian Unisis in civil litigation. versity where he obtained Stephen is actively a bachelor’s of business involved in many community administration degree. and civic affairs. He is a past Following college, he Chairman of the Brownwood attended law school at Area Chamber of Commerce, Texas Tech University and was elected Mayor of the Mayor Stephen Haynes School of Law. City of Brownwood in May Stephen began his legal career in of 2010. Stephen also serves as a stateDallas, Texas where he worked for wide director for the Texas Municipal several years. In 2006, he moved home League Intergovernmental Employee to Brownwood where he practices law Benefits Pool.
Bridal Fair
Set for February The Annual Brownwood Area Bridal Fair titled Bridal Indulgence will be held Saturday February 4, 2012 from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm at the Brownwood Country Club. For $5 a person, future Brides and their Grooms will have the opportunity to visit with various vendors that will help make their special day perfect! Do you have a romantic or unique proposal story, submit it to the "Perfect Proposal" contest at www. bridalindulgencetx.com and win fun prizes! For more information or vendor packet contact Kim Hurt at 325-200-6404 or kim@ tiltshiftstudios.com.
Stephen enjoys outdoor activities. He enjoys running and has completed several marathons. Stephen married his college sweetheart, Lori. They have been married 15 years. They have four children – Austin (10), Emily (8), Allie (5) and Ella (2). This month’s luncheon is sponsored by Oncor. The cost of the luncheon is $10 per person to be paid at the door. Anyone interested in attending the luncheon is urged to RSVP to the Chamber by calling 325-646-9535. You can also register online on the Chamber’s website: www.brownwoodchamber.org.
Board Nomination Forms to be Mailed on January 20
Chamber Members, it is time to elect Board Members! Each year at this time, the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce nominates and elects one-third of its leadership. Five current members of the organization will be elected to serve a three-year term on the Board of Directors. Terms coincide with the Chamber’s fiscal year, April 1 through March 31. In accordance with the Chamber By-Laws, a Nominating Committee was appointed at the December meeting of the Board of Directors. The Nominating Committee will consist of the Outgoing Chairman of the Board (Don Bostic), the Chair-Elect (Eric McNeese) and three retiring Board Members (terms expiring March 31, 2012) which include
Chance Barr, Ken Harriss, Michael Richardson, Priscilla Monson and Gregg Rice. Timeline/Deadlines for Nomination & Election Process: • January 20—Nomination Forms mailed to the primary contact at each member business and emailed to individual contacts • January 30—Postmark/Return Deadline to return Nomination Forms • Jan 31- Feb 7—Nominating Committee prepares Ballot • February 10—One Ballot mailed to each Business Member (addressed to the primary contact) • February 20—Deadline: Ballots due back to Chamber
• Feb 22-24—Ballots are Canvassed by Nominating Committee • February 27—Results announced at Chamber Board Meeting For your information, Board Members whose terms expire in 2013 are: Don Bostic, Brian Kight, Bill Ellis, Ramon Garza and Steve Weckwerth. Board Members whose terms expire 2014 are: Toni Hill, Eric McNeese, Debbie Morelock, Josh Stegemoller and Sam Waldrop. Contact the Chamber Director & CEO (Laura Terhune) for more information on the nomination/ election process at director@ brownwoodchamber.org or call 325-646-9535.
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Welcome New Members Independent Scentsy Consultant, Bethany Auth – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Bethany Auth, Independent Scentsy Consultant, as one of its newest members! Since 2010, Bethany has been providing this area with the hottest trend in candles..no flame, no wick and no soot! For more information, contact Bethany between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM any day of the week at (706) 7665780 or visit her website, http://www. bethanyauth.scentsy.us.
menu. Listen to live music from local A Special THANK YOU to the talent on Friday nights & free WiFi following businesses that renewed is available. Located at 2208 Austin their Membership in the month of December. We greatly appreciate Avenue, the Coffeehouse is open your continued support of the BrownMonday-Thursday 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM and Friday 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM. wood Area Chamber of Commerce and the Brownwood Community. Stop by today and welcome them to 2 Snoops Brownwood and have a cup of coffee!
Dot’s Closet Boutique – The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome the newest Boutique to the Brownwood Area, Dot’s Closet Boutique! Owner Dot Hall has filled the store with Dave’s Roadhouse Bar & Grill – brands such as Big Buddha, Big The Brownwood Area Chamber of Star, MissMe, Joe’s, and Lane Commerce is pleased to welcome Boots. Private fittings are available Dave’s Roadhouse Bar & Grill as a after hours, upon request. For more new member! Located in Downtown information contact Dot Hall at 325Brownwood, Dave’s offers a variety 643-4548 or visit their Facebook of entertainment to meet anyone’s page at https://www.facebook. taste! From live bands to hopping com/?ref=home#!/pages/Dots-ClosetDJ’s spinning the latest music, Dave’s Boutique/257676520934218. offers music everyday of the week! Stop by 411 South Broadway and Security Finance – The Brownwood scoot a boot on one of their dance Area Chamber of Commerce is floors, or just sit back and enjoy a pleased to welcome Security Finance cold beverage with friends! as its newest chamber member! Since 1955, Security Finance has Common Grounds Coffeehouse & been offering the Brownwood area Deli - The Brownwood Area Chamber with quality tax and loan services. of Commerce and the Brownwood For more information on how they Community area excited to welcome can help you with your taxes during the newest coffee shop to the area, this tax season, or a personal loan Common Grounds Coffeehouse & call (325) 643-5626 or stop by their Deli! Stop by and enjoy organic location at 305 Fisk Avenue. coffee, tea and treats from a full deli
Angerstein Concrete Brasher & Co. Brownwood Decorating Brownwood Glass & Alignment CASA Central Texas Rural Transit (CARR) Chick-fil-A Creative Image Laser Solutions Green Mountain Energy H&R Block Hamilton’s Heart of Texas Mechanical Heart of Texas Women’s Job Corp Hope for Tomorrow HWH Janitorial Kirby Cabler Enterprises Leland’s Portable Buildings Maurice’s Mi Familia Mexican Restaurant Overhead Door Company Richmon Farm Supply Scott Morelock, Attorney Sterling Monument Studebaker’s Subway Sun Loan Company Texas Bank Texas Realty Texas Workforce Solutions The Ark Van Griffith Kia Victory Life Academy Wildwood Trails
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Thank you for a successful Christmas Under the Stars Festival! The Staff at the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone who participated in the 3rd
Annual Christmas Under the Stars. We had around 150 children to participate in the past festivals. This year we had a
record breaking attendance of over 500 kids!! We could not have had a successful festival without help of our Sponsors,
Contributors, Vendors, and Volunteers. Thank you again! See page 6 for list of sponsors,
volunteers, contributors and vendors.
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UPCOMING EVENTS January
11-14 Brown County Youth Fair
Youth Fair Barns
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Chamber Monthly Luncheon
String Quartet
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BALOS presents Mark Masri
Victory Life Church
February
Victory Life Church Bridal Fair
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Brownwood Country Club
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Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit
Depot Civic and Cultural Center
Women’s Conference
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Sweetheart Dinner and Dance
10-11 Fresh Grounded Faith
Coggin Ave. Baptist Church
Texas 4H Center
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Business After Hours
Coggin Ave. Medical Park
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Chamber Monthly Luncheon
Brownwood Country Club
March 3
American Heart Assocation Gala
Brownwood Country Club
BALOS presents The Water Coolers
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Victory Life Church
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Chamber Monthly Luncheon
Brownwood Country Club
Rattlesnake Roundup
16-18 Lonestar Expo and 23
CROSS TIMBERS
Brownwood Coliseum
HEALTH EALTH CLINIC LINIC Woodland Heights Elementary Woodland Heights
Dr. Don Bostic Ken Harriss Debbie Morelock Toni Hill Josh Stegemoller and Donnie Brian Kight Sam Waldrop Eric McNeese Ray Garza Bryce Harris Codie Smith Steve Goodwin Brent Moseley Meghan Mask Gina Jameson Donna Wilhelm Ranger College and Nursing Program Gus Ortega Chris Ward Cody Holloway Kyle Chambers Barry Modawell Weston Norway Caleb Coronado Tony Norway Lyric Performing Arts Company Eric and Jill Evans Priscilla Monson Jamie Foster Jean Mindieta
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Doc’s Drugstore Western Bank Chambers Plumbing
Volunteers, Contributors, and Vendors:
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National Night Out
Building Partnerships for a better Community Aaron’s Sales & Lease Ownership 219 Early Blvd. Early, TX 76802 (325) 646-8023 Accu Screen 2201 Coggin Avenue Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-7828 www.accuscreen.net
Pictured above with Mayor Haynes who is holding the award are organizers, sponsors, and block party participants.
Organizers for the area’s National Night Out event that was held in October 2011 received an award for their efforts on Tuesday, January 10th at the Brownwood City Council meeting. The National Association of Town Watch recently announced that Brownwood had received the award which was presented by Brownwood Mayor Stephen Haynes to Brownwood Police Crime Prevention Officer Chandra Means and Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Marketing
Manager Ray Tipton. “I can’t tell you how many people have said something to me about how much they enjoyed National Night Out,” Haynes said. “It’s an evening for people in our community to get together to meet one another and help promote public safety.” During the 2011 National Night Out in Brown County, over 50 block parties were held in back yards, streets, parks, apartments and driveways in Brownwood, Early, Bangs, and areas of the
county. City officials, law enforcement officers, fire departments, and EMS traveled to the block parties around the county. This was the second year the area has participated in the event. Local sponsors for the county’s National Night Out included Heart of Texas Crime Stoppers, WT Harris Company, ATMOS Energy, Oncor Electric Delivery, Southside Church, TexasBank, and Waldrop Construction.
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Community Partners for Progress
Depot Liquor 1001 Vine Brownwood, TX 76801 646-3500
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Southside Village 2801 4th St. Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-1749 www.southsidevillage.net
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Gregg Rice, Past Chairman 3M Company Steve Weckwerth Subway Dr. Bill Ellis Howard Payne University Brian Kight TSTC Ray Garza TexasBank Chance Barr Individual Ken Harriss Oncor Michael Richardson Farmers Insurance Priscilla Monson West Central Texas Valuation Services Eric McNeese Brown County Abstract Toni Hill McCoy’s Debbie Morelock Star of Texas Bed & Breakfast Josh Stegemoller Stegemoller Realtors
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CHAMBER STAFF Laura Terhune, Executive Director Sunni Modawell, Tourism Manager Ray Tipton, Marketing Manager Missi Malone, Membership Director Martha Faetche, Receptionist; Visitor Center & Brownwood Store Manager Dawn Norway – Office Manager
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