50^th Anniversary of Statehood Committee
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 5:00 pm
Conference Room
Meeting Synopsis

Session 09-03 a meeting of the 50^th Anniversary of Statehood Committee was called to order at 5:06 pm on June 24, 2009 in the City Hall Conference Room located at 491 E. Pioneer Avenue, Homer Alaska.

Present: Craig Forrest, Marie Walker, Bill Smith

Staff: Terry Felde

Absent: Heather Beggs, Mayor Hornaday

APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Approved as presented.  

APPROVAL OF SYNOPSIS – Approved as presented

VISITORS – none

PENDING BUSINESS

1. 4^th of July Celebration

Discussed preference of photo location at southeast corner of Elks Lodge. In case of rain, move inside and photograph smaller groups depending on turnout. Still looking for photographer. Waiting to hear back from some messages left. Terry and Bill will continue to pursue a photographer. Set photo time for 8:00 pm. Discussed ways to capture people’s names and identify them in photo. Terry will make identification cards. Discussion regarding distribution of photo and possibility of putting photo on city’s website for download. Distributed list of places in town to hang flyers. Reviewed status of radio announcements and newspaper advertising. Will incorporate a 50s dance contest and best 50s attire contest. Terry will make award certificates and purchase 50s themed prizes. Marie will work on obtaining three judges. Bill will try to obtain Alaska statehood pins. Reviewed lodge layout, parking, menu. Have not heard back from Seaside Singers on whether they are performing.

COMMENTS OF THE AUDIENCE - none

COMMENTS OF THE CITY STAFF - none

COMMENTS OF THE CHAIR - none

COMMENTS OF THE COMMITTEE - none

ADJOURNMENT - Meeting adjourned at 6:00pm.

NEXT REGULAR MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR: July 1, 2009 at 5:00 pm, Conference Room