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2009-02-10 - Buffalo Grove Days Committee - Minutes Board or Commission: ❑ Buffalo Grove Days Committee Document Type: ❑Agenda 0 Minutes Meeting Date: 02/10/2009 Type of Meeting: ❑ Regular Meeting BG Days Committee Meeting February 10, 2008 Mari Antman, Steve Antman, Dave Besser, Roy Bethge, Bill Brimm, Ken Carothers, Sandi Carothers, Karen Danenberg, Teri Ebner, Sharon Feld, DeAnn Glover, Paulette Greenberg, Allan Hoffman, Howard Hoffman, Debra Jess, Penni Jess, Rick Kahen, Judith Katz, Betty Lou Manso, George Michehl, Mike Millet, Adam Moodhe, Debi Moritz, Hal Norman, Rhonda Norman, Rodney Odelson, Jim Pawlak, Joan Pawlak, Charles Posniak, Doug Primack, Jane Primack, Debbie Rybarczyk, Alan Schencker, JV Springman, Arla Sprung Marc Spunt, Connie Weber, The meeting was called to order at 7:07 PM. Chairman's Report: JV Springman/Paulette Greenberg JV welcomed everyone back again this year. Paulette introduced the new people present at the meeting. They were Debi Moritz, Rodney Odelson, Mark Spunt, Arla Sprung, Connie Weber, and Judith Katz. Paulette stated that they need someone to be in charge of the van for the crafters this year. She stated that members don't need to decide tonight. Let her know by next month. Police: Mike Millett—Roy Bethge Mike introduced the new Police liaison, Roy Bethge. Mike thanked everyone on the committee who work hard and help make the police department's job easier. Mike has been assigned to other duties. JV thanked Mike foe his service to the Village and to the committee. Park District: Terri Ebner— Terri thanked everyone on the committee for their work, as we help the Park District shine. She stated that if anyone needs anything, let her know. JV thanked the Park District for letting us use their parks, parking lots and land for the festival. Parade: Joe Tenerelli/Ken Lazar - Joe was not present. JV stated that this will be Joe's 25rh year organizing the parade. Mobile Com: Roger Remblake - Roger was not present. Fun and Food: Rick Kahen/Mo Welborn - Rick stated that they will be there, but he has no report. Fire Department: George Michehl - George thanked everyone on the committee for their work. He stated that if anyone needs anything to let him know. Other than that, he has no report. Public Works: Dave Haisma/Brett Robinson - Dave was not present. Trustee Liaison: DeAnn Glover— DeAnn welcomed everyone back. She likes the enthusiasm she hears in the room from the committee members. She stated that the committee has the most fun because we can throw a party for our residents. The festival will be even more important this year because of the economy. Many families may not be able to afford a vacation so BG Days may be a big part of their summer entertainment. Chamber/Corporate Sponsorship: Scott Fishkin/Sharon Feld— Sharon stated that they have not done anything yet this year but they will be back strong. Food Tent: Steve Schultz/Sandi Carothers - Steve Schultz was not present and he e-mailed his "no report"to Jane. Paulette stated that she has the prices on the tents and that we will go with last year's company, Indestructo, again this year. JV stated that we will have 26 vendors back this year. This number includes the not-for-profits. Setup/Take down: Steve Antman— Steve stated that he is happy to be back. Arts and Crafts: Jim Pawlak/Joan Pawlak - Jim stated that they have no report. They are starting to gear up now. Dessert Challenge: Jane Primack/Joan Pawlak - Paulette stated that the Dessert Challenge has been put on hiatus for a few years due to the lack of participation. Kids Kraft Korner Betty Lou Manso/Debbie Rybarczyk Paulette stated that we will be promoting a new program this year, the Kids Kraft Korner that will run Saturday and Sunday. Betty Lou will be heading this committee up. Paulette is not sure where they will be set up, but they have time to figure that out. Betty Lou stated that she has no report, that it is too soon. She stated that she has a lot of prizes from last year to use. Grilling Challenge: Chuck Posniak/Ken Carothers Chuck stated that they will have it again this year. It has been growing every year. He has no plans right now, as it is too soon. Carnival: Debra Jess/Penni Jess - Debra stated that they have already begun some work on the carnival. The carnival company has some concerns with the area around the new building. As soon as the Park District knows about when the building would be up, she asked Terri to notify her, so she can let the carnival company know. Debra also understands that the area around the flag pole will be fenced off, due to new landscaping. That will change the spot for the ticket booth. WE will have to move the tent for the Monday wrist bands also. She said that we will be getting different rides this year, but the one stipulation she told the carnival was that we had to have the four window ticket booth. We will be getting a different team from the company with a different person in charge. She will get more information as time goes on. Debra also stated that she wants to make sure that we get a working ATM this year. Last year it was down a lot. She stated that she knew that Harris Bank was interested in providing the ATM machines. Entertainment: Karen Danenberg— Karen stated that has already begun working o the sound. Due to the economy, her budget has been cut and the entertainment will be cut also. She has tentatively found acts for Saturday, and Sunday nights. She has not received any signed contracts yet. We will still have the walk arounds and beer tent entertainment. Karen stated that she has had to look at her entire budget, to save on sound equipment, staging, everything. She will consider anyone for performing if they wish to perform free. She has a particular love for those who live in the village. Audio/Visual: Doug Primack/Adam Moodhe— Doug stated that they have not gotten started yet. They are waiting on knowing what the entertainment will be and what their sound needs will be. Adam is working with vendors to get things started on the sound equipment. Publicity: Lori Hackett/Dan Olbur Lori was not present. Photography: Hal Norman/Jim Pawlak - Hal stated that they will be there and everywhere with cameras shooting. Glow Necklaces: Lori Hackett—Ron Hackettnot Lori was not present. VIP Party: Sara Ciolli/Arlene Kozemzak— Arlene was not present. JV stated that we may change the style of the party this year. Information Booth: Ken Lazar— Ken was not present. Iceman Ron Jess Ron was not present. BG Juniors: Rhonda Norman - Rhonda stated that she has already had inquiries from kids this year about volunteering for the BG Juniors. Rhonda will get a tent for the BG Juniors use again this year. Village Liaison: Bill Brimm— Bill welcomed everyone back again this year. He wanted to thank everyone on the committee and he looks forward to the event again this year. This will be his 33d year. Your 2 Cents Worth: All committee members Connie asked about whether there will be anything for the teens this year. Karen stated that she has to rethink some things for the teens. Joan made a motion to adjourn. Jim seconded the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50. Respectfully submitted, Jane Primack Secretary Remaining meetings April 14 August 4 May 12 August 11 June 9 August 18 June 23 August 25 July14 September 1 July 28 BG Days 2009 September 3- September 7, 2009