The Progress Volume 33, Issue 11 November
November 18 Executive Board November 19 CVB
www.buttechamber.org
(406) 723-3177
Butte Chamber of Commerce 102nd Dinner/Meeting an Overwhelming Success
November 20 Ambassadors November 21 Chamber Board
Inside this Issue: Message from Marko
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Chamber Choices
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Save the Date
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New Members
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Did you know?
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Civic Center Events
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Ribbon Cuttings
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Update from CVB
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Annual Dinner/ Pictures
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Pictures
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Pictures
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Save the Date
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Save the Date
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Letters of Thanks
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Annual Sponsors
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Old Glory
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American Federal
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Start Now
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Business Trends
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Approximately 600 people were treated to an outstanding evening of delicious food, enjoyable networking and unbelievable entertainment on Thursday, October 24, at the Butte Chamber of Commerce’s 102nd Annual Dinner/Meeting, hosted at the Butte Civic Center. The evening began at 5:30 p.m. with a no-host cocktail hour giving attendees an opportunity to get reacquainted and enjoy one another’s company.
during the past year and introduction of the chamber staff. MC Mike Johnson recognized the TBID, Chamber Ambassadors, and thanked all volunteers who contribute to the success of the Butte Chamber of Commerce. Dinner was served at 7:10 p.m. with Chris Fisk’s Butte High School Montana History Club ushering. Casagranda’s Steakhouse provided a delicious meal of prime rib, chicken marsala, salad, potatoes, and dessert. All attendees were served in 25 minutes and everyone was very complimentary of the wonderful meal.
The program started at 7:35 p.m. with MC Mike Johnson requested the Civic Improvement Awards Committee consisting of, Sharon Chebul, Toni Ueland and Carmella Gross, to come to the stage. The awards presented were: Grand Prize Harrison Ave. Dairy Queen, First Place Techline Services, Second Place Holiday Inn Express, and Third Place Meadowlands Apartments. Maintenance Awards At 6:25 p.m. Master of Ceremonies, Mike Johnson, were also given to Moonlight Engineering, summoned the people to their tables to begin a Hampton Inn, Butte Plaza Inn, and Dan Brown, memorable event. U.S Senator John Tester Surveyor. Also, Pat Dudley was the lucky winner addressed the chamber members and their guests for the heads and tails fundraiser game played at and thanked them for all that they do. The 70 the conclusion of the dinner potion of the evening. member Butte High/East Middle School Chorus took the stage and the United Veteran’s Council This year the Chamber and Chief Executive Honor Guard presented the colors with all decided to present a new award entitled The Chief branches of military flags represented. The chorus Executive’s Community Enhancement Award. This is sang the National Anthem; The Army Goes Rolling “For going above and beyond to improve the Along; Anchors Aweigh; The U.S. Air Force; The appearance, spirit and quality of life in our Marine’s Hymn; and wrapped up with God Bless community through hard work, charity, America. Master of Ceremonies Mike Johnson dedication and cooperation.” The recipient for requested that all active military members and this award was Debbie Smith from the Legion veterans stand to be recognized and thanked for all Oasis. that they have done for us as a community and nation. The invocation was given by Father Patrick Baretta, Administrator, Butte Catholic Community North. President Paula Ruark conducted the annual meeting in a record time of three minutes, followed ***Article Continues on Page 10 Pictures can by her remarks of chamber accomplishments also be found on Page 10 and 11***
A Message From Marko...
Butte-Silver Bow Chamber of Commerce Visitors’ Center 1000 George St. Butte, MT 59701 (406) 723-3177
WOW! This is my 10th year as director of the Butte Chamber of Commerce and it has been a great one! Most importantly, on Thursday, October 24, 2013, we held our 102nd Annual Dinner/Meeting at the Butte Civic Center. This year’s dinner was exceptional in many ways. In order for the evening to run smoothly and be exceptional, you have to have a focused MC, and we certainly had that with the talents of Mike Johnson. Being able to honor our veterans and military was a special gift. As the United Veteran’s Council Honor Guard presented the colors with the Butte High Chorus singing the National Anthem and the songs for each branch of the military, capturing the attention of all in attendance with many people having tears in their eyes. In so many instances we take for granted these wonderful people who sacrifice so much. Just to think that the Military Entrance Program is stationed right in our community and from May 2010 through June 2013, the MEPS processed 10,029 individuals and shipped 3,490 soldiers. The Chamber Dinner’s Theme for this year was Discover One of Butte’s Hidden Treasures. The chamber wanted to recognize this treasure which is the youth of our community. The 70 member Butte High/ East Middle School Choral group under the able direction of Ted Farabee sang the National Anthem and Military songs with passion and enthusiasm. Chris Fisk’s
Montana History Club escorted the guests to their tables and helped with the cleanup of the tables and dishes. The evening’s entertainment was the 65 member award winning Dynamic Dance and Tumbling Academy under the direction of Krista Harrington and Kymee Wagner. In January 2013, this group qualified 1st in each age division, were the recipients of the Sportsmanship Award, The High Point Award and were the overall Regional Studio Showdown Winners in the Nevada/ Utah/Montana/Wyoming/Arizona Region! Their performance for the annual dinner/meeting was astounding and captured the audience for the entire performance that ended with a hearty and lengthy standing ovation. The comments from many people leaving the Civic Center were “We can’t believe this group is right here in our community.” Yes, we discovered Butte’s Own Hidden Treasures – our Youth. I would like to thank every individual that made this dinner and year so successful beyond our expectations.
Sincerely,
Marko Lucich Executive Director
Executive Board Paula Ruark, President Townhouse Inns of Montana Kelly Sullivan, Past President Hampton Inn Gary Shea, President-Elect Shea Realtors Jim McKenzie, Treasurer Newland & Co. Marsha Foster, Vice President Individual Member Jim Clary, Vice President American Federal Savings Bank Ed Stepan, Vice President REC Silicon
*** New members of the Executive Board and the Board of Directors will be in the next issue of the Progress (December).***
Mark Hughes, Vice-President Super 8/CVB President
Board of Directors Matt Vincent, BSB Chief Executive
Judy Jonart, School District #1
Steve Daniel, Daniel Financial Services
Shane McCarthy, Safeway
Donald Blackketter, Chancellor Montana Tech
Desiree Shogren, Comfort Inn of Butte
Don Peoples, Individual Member
Paul Tash, Tash Communications
Cindi Shaw, Council of Commissioners
Andy Zdinak, BLDC
Pat Fleming, Fleming & O’Leary Attorneys
Dale Mahugh, NorthWestern Energy
Mike Thatcher, CCCS, Inc.
Jeff Gorman, McDonald’s
Jim Woy, Anderson ZurMuehlen & Co., P.C.
Kristen Rosa, Butte-Silver Bow
Lynn Lloyd, Montana Standard
Machelle LeProwse, JCP
Chuck Wright, St. James Healthcare
Todd Tregidga, Montana Tech
Chris Ackerman, Cherry Creek Radio
Pete Akey, Glacier Bank
Herb Kelsey, Farm Bureau Financial
Meet the Staff
Marko Lucich, Executive Director — mlucich@buttechamber.org Maria Pochervina, CVB Director/TBID Executive Secretary—mariap@buttecvb.com Stephanie Sorini, Marketing, Membership & Bookkeeping Director —marketing@buttechamber.org Cheryl Ackerman, Receptionist/Staff Associate — bsbchamber@gmail.com Page 2
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Montana Chamber Choices
An Evening with the Museum - Live & Silent Art Auction The World Museum of Mining is hosting its first annual fundraising event An Evening with the Museum, Live & Silent Art Auction on Saturday, November 9 at the historic Hotel Finlen. The event will begin at 6 pm and includes hors d’oeuvres, no host cocktails, and the music of Dan Battleson. Tickets for the event are $10 per person and can be purchased at the following local businesses: The World Museum of Mining, the Butte-Silver Bow Public Archives, Quarry Brewing & Headframe Spirits. Local Butte artists, as well as artists working in Missoula, Los Angeles, and Salem, OR will have work available for auction. This event is the perfect opportunity to purchase Photography, Paintings, Pottery, Jewelry, and so much more with all proceeds benefitting the vital work performed at the World Museum of Mining in the areas of Preservation, Conservation & Education. For more information please contact The World Museum of Mining at 406.723.7211 or email us at info@miningmusem.org
Panache Home Décor and Boutique
KirkHouse Design KirkHouse Design is Western Montana’s source for Interior Design and Real Estate Staging. Our services include all facets of interior design and decoration – paint colors, window coverings, custom furniture, rugs, art and accessories, and lighting. We believe that good design can enhance people’s lives, and that creating a wholesome home is a worthy investment of everyone’s time and money. We would love to partner with you in creating a home that is easy to love.
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Here to entertain your creative flair and style, Karen Hovis, owner of Panache Home Décor & Boutique, welcomes you to check out her store!! Located at 3346 Harrison Ave., just across from Subway* here is beautiful Butte, MT. Panache is sure to dazzle and capture your zesty spirit and confident style, with its diverse collection of unique home décor and trendy personal items!! Please join Karen, Tuesdays – Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. “Dare to be the leader and envy, with your own flamboyant manner and reckless courage, at your next gathering!!”
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Kirhouse Design Interior Design & Real Estate Staging Anne Kirk, Owner/Designer Butte, MT 59701 Phone: 406-465-7725 Email: kirkhousedesign@gmail.com Website: www.kirkhousedesign.com
Panache Home Design Store Home DĂŠcor & Boutique Karen Davie, Owner 3346 Harrison Ave. Butte, MT 59701 Phone: 406-299-3510 Email: panachedecor@q.com
Newton Mfg. Co Sales Promotion Darrell Lalanne, Owner 117 Rampart Dr. Butte, MT 59701 Phone: 406-782-2925
Rocky Mountain Home Care Home Health Sheena Hansley, Director of Marketing 3745 Harrison Ave., Suite G Butte, MT 59701 Phone: 406-494-0039 Fax: 406-494--0032 Email: spesanti@rockymountainhomecare.org Website: www.rockymountainhomecare.org
Wetona’s Restaurant/Retail Wetona, Owner 2121 Amherst Ave. Butte, MT 59701 Phone: 406-494-7924 Fax: 406-494-7924 Email: wetaona@wetonas.com Website: www.wetonas.com Aaron Shearman, DDS, PLLC Dental Office Sonya A. Shearman, Office Manager 3310 Monroe Ave. Butte, MT 59701 Phone: 406-494-1316 Fax: 406-494-1317 Email: buttedental@gmail.com Website: buttedentistry.com
Flawless Nail Salon & Med Spa Health and Spa Erik Kinzer, ARNP, Owner 31 W. Park St. Butte, MT 59701 Phone: 406-782-5598 Email: erik@flawlessmedicalspa.com Website: flawlessmedicalspa.com
*new members become active and are listed when payment is received.
Newton Mfg. Co.
I, Darrell Lalanne, am a sales representative for Newton Mfg. Co. It is a company that has adverse representation of sales and promotional items to increase sales business. The company has large categories for apparel, bags and coolers, calendars, desk and office, drink wares and house wares, gifts and recognition, health and wellness, outdoor, sports and leisure , tools and lights, w6riting instruments, as well as others. If interested call me at 782-2925 to view a catalog. Thank you. Page 5
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New Merchandise in the Chamber
The Chamber Retail Store has new merchandise, just in time for the Holidays. Stop by for your Tech Gear, gifts by Butte Stuff, Montana Home Sprout, Digital Photographic Creations, Huckleberry products, and our new Furry Friends Stuffed Animals. We have a large selection of Butte books. We are taking special orders for gift baskets. Our store is open from 95 Monday through Friday.
Did you Know?
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Q: What world record was set by a Butte baseball team? A: In 1906 the Butte Miners did not allow an opposing team to score in 45 consecutive innings, winning five games in a row as shutouts.
Trivia taken from Butte Trivia by George Everett. Page 6
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Grand Bakery Hosts Ribbon Cutting On Friday, October 11, Lyza and Chuck Schnabel hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for their bakery. Lyza and Chuck have opened The Grand Bakery at 120 West Broadway. "Fresh bread, fresh croissants, fresh bagel, baguette,� along with a variety of different types of bread are all featured items in the bakery. However, you can also come in and sit down to enjoy the atmosphere. Feel free to catch up with people in the morning over steaming hot cup of coffee. Congratulations to the Schnabel’s and thank you for believing in Uptown Butte and our community.
Ribbon Cutting Held at Flawless Nail and Toe Salon and Med Spa On Thursdy, October 24th a ribbon cutting was done at Flawless Nail Salon and Medical Spa. Flawless is located at 31 West Park Street in Uptown Butte. A delicious cake was offered to all in attendance and the ambassadors were out and ready with the ribbon and to show support to Flawless. Flawless Nail and Toe Salon and Med Spa offer manicures and pedicures, laser teeth whitening and Botox injections. Please make your appointment today by calling 782-5598!
Ribbon Cutting Conducted by Homestake Lodge On October 10th, Homestake Lodge held a ribbon cutting in honor of cross-country skiing for the winter months, as well as retreats, reunions, weddings, camps, family gatherings and other special events that take place during the rest of the year. They strive for being top-quality, affordable, sustainable, and family friendly with an adventurous spirit. Homestake Lodge is located beneath the Continental Divide just three miles from Interstate-90 and 15 minutes from Butte, MT. Its a fabulous setting with 37km of trails through gently rolling terrain of meadows, evergreens, aspens, and beaver ponds. Incredible granite cliffs and rock croppings frame the trails. There's no other place like this in Montana. During the ski season, a nice and cozy lodge allows skiers to arrive in the morning, ski, have lunch, and ski again in the afternoon. Two bunkrooms in the lodge accommodating 20 allow guests to stay affordably while enjoying the company of others. Other lodging includes a yurt and cabin. Volume 33, Issue 11
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An Update from the Convention & Visitors Bureau
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The Harold McGrath Award was presented by Sheriff Ed Lester and President Paula Ruark. The Harold McGrath Award, established by the Butte-Silver Bow Chamber of Commerce in 1986, is presented to an individual business, non-profit organization, civic or government entity that has enhanced or contributed significantly to the “quality of life” of the Butte-Silver Bow community. The recipient of this award was the 15-90 Search and Rescue who is celebrating their 50th year of existence. The Mike Venner “Spirit of Butte” Award was presented by the Venner family and Paul Babb. The Mike Venner Spirit of Butte Award is presented to an individual who exemplifies the resiliency, love of life, family, and community that Mike had. Recipients also possess the ability to unite people regardless of the circumstances. This year’s recipient is Josh Peck.
An event of this magnitude could not be successful without the help and support of many individuals. First and foremost, the 22 major sponsors whose investment made this dinner possible. We would like to extend a big thank you to Ginny Powers, GG’s Wedding and Party Planning and Decorations, whose decorations were magnificent. We would like to thank the chamber ambassadors who are always there and helped with decorating and clean up. Also, a big thank you to the Civic Center staff for being so professional and providing such a wonderful venue for this event. And last but not least, thanks to Gary and Jennifer Shea, from Shea Realtors, for donating the 600 program booklets for the dinner and also the numbered table tents for each table. Collectively, the 102nd dinner/meeting was a resounding success, thanks for all of your hard work!
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Pictures from the 102nd Annual Dinner (pages 10, 11 & 12).
We are proud of you!
Save the Date! Please Join St. James Healthcare & St. James Healthcare Foundation For a Chamber Business Social Thursday, November 7th 5:30p.m. -7:30 p.m. Pintler View Café at St. James Healthcare Meet all the new doctors at St. James, be part of the Foundation’s unveiling of its 1881 Society Donor Wall and get a look at our new Rehabilitation Center. Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and fine beverages with a chance to win the Business Card Social Drawing!
Montana Chamber Hits the Road for Montana Business Agenda Tour 9:00 a.m. Monday November 25 Butte Chamber of Commerce Conference Room
RSVP: Stacye Dorrington 406-442-2405 ext. 100 Volume 1, Issue 1
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Save the Date! 1stst Annual BLDC Dinner
Chamber Members Tour Montana Resources October 10th, 14 Chamber members took a three hour tour of Montana Resources. This was a very enlightening tour and showed the members the about the economic impact that the mine has, not only for employees but as well as the taxes for this community. A big thank you to Tad Dale and Mike McGivern for being excellent tour guides.
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Letters of Thanks!
Greetings, Your kind and caring support of Butte Central students is wonderful. Thank you so very much for brining the trolley car to the Homecoming parade. It made the students’ day! Thank you, The Students of Butte Central
Dear Marko and staff, I wanted to let you know how amazing the 102nd Annual Chamber Dinner was. The thought and time and energy that went into the production was awesome. The choir, honor guard and of course the Dynamic Dance team once again proved your belief that the best are right here in Butte, MT. Thank you for a lovely evening, Mauve and the Copper Ridge
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Chamber Dinner Annual Sponsors Thank you!
Daniel Financial Services, Inc. Steve and Laura Daniel
Keep Old Glory Flying The Butte Chamber of Commerce was the recipient of a gift from Brooks Hanna of an 80 foot flag pole and three flags that measure 22 x 38 feet. This flag is visible from the entire community as well as all people traveling the I-15/I-90 corridor. Due to the size of the flag and weather conditions, the flags are only lasting 30 days before having to be repaired. Individually the flags cost $1,295 each or three flags for $2,000. The Chamber of Commerce has replaced six flags and the United Veterans Council has purchased six flags. The expense is too much to financially for any one entity. However, we want to continue the great tradition of flying a flag at the Butte Chamber of Commerce to honor all veterans, soldiers and our great country. It is with this thought in mind that we are asking for your financial support to help us maintain this worthwhile endeavor. Any donation, no matter how small or large, would be very much appreciated. At the annual dinner, President Elect, Pete Akey made an appeal for donations to a special fund TO KEEP OLD GLORY FLYING. If you are so inclined, you may make a financial contribution to this fund by remitting and making a check payable to: Butte Chamber of Commerce Keep Old Glory Flying 1000 George St. Butte, MT 59701 Thanking you in advance for your consideration and donation!
THE VETERN A Veteran is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a blank check made out payable to THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA’ for an AMOUNT of UP TO AND INCLUDING THEIR LIFE. That is the honor, a privilege to serve and protect this Nation, which makes this the greatest country in the world.
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Business Trends September 2013
MONTH/YEAR September 2012
MONTH/YEAR September2013
% CHANGE
816,752.72 19,023,836.00
1,453,031.00 20,936,896.83
77.9% 10.1%
WATER
13,731
13,775
0.3%
EMPLOYMENT Labor Force Employment Unemployment Unemployment Rate
18,000 17,073 930 5.2
18,104 17,252 852 4.7
0.6% 1.0% -8.4% -9.6%
10 2
35 6
250.0% 200.0%
CONSTRUCTION Year to Date
MAIL Tourism Requests General Information
**A big Thank you to Cheryl Ackerman for many of the photos throughout this issue of The Progress.**