September 2012

PARTNERSHIP FOR FLOYD

MONTHLY MEETING

September 25, 2012

President Jack Wall presided and called the meeting to order.  A quorum was attained.  This meeting was shortened so that members could attend the Floyd Comprehensive Plan Briefing being held this evening. 

Present were:  Myra Conner, Jane Cundiff, Ellie Roe, Ralph Roe, Betty Lineberry, Jack Wall, Margie Wells, Randall Wells, Anne Pendrak, and Dede McGrath.

Minutes:  The minutes from August 27, 2012, were tabled until the next meeting.

Treasurers’ Reports: 

General Fund:  The Treasurer’s report for the General Fund was tabled until the next meeting.

County Professional Support Fund:  The Treasurer’s report for the County Professional Support Fund was tabled until the next meeting.

Park Fund:  Park Treasurer Betty Lineberry reported that the checking account balance was $6161.05 and the total account balance was $9675.79.  Her report is attached and incorporated by reference.  She reported that she had deposited $2765.36 from the concert and had disbursed $4975 to Professional Builders and $1600 to JC Holden for pavilion work, and $1444.95 for various concert related bills.  She reported that we have finished paying Steve for the bills he submitted, but she did not know what we will owe Ed Irwin as he has not submitted any estimates.

           

Old Business:

Park Benefit Concert Report:  Betty reported that PFF raised $8787.31 for the Pavilion through the concert and other fund raisers.  The concert was a success. 

Park Planning Committee Report: 

Pavilion:  Jane reported that PFF had been awarded a grant of $5000 for the pavilion from the Larry Woodrow Vest Fund through the Roanoke Valley Community Foundation.  She reported that money needs to go specifically for the stage, but that we will now be able to finish the pavilion and the lighting.  Jane also indicated that we will need plaques for the structures.  Margie Wells will help Jane with the plaques.

Betty Lineberry reported that there was a crack developing in the concrete pad.  Jane reported that the building inspector would need to discuss the crack with Steve.  Steve has looked at the crack and has reported that it is not a structural concern, and that Ed will be instructing the stone masons to build up extra support.  Additionally a stone edifice will be built around it.

Land’s Sake! 2012:  A discussion regarding Lands Sake is still scheduled for the October meeting. 

New Business: 

Nominating Committee:  The following members were appointed to the Nominating Committee: Jane Cundiff, Anne Pendrak, and Dede McGrath.  The Annual Meeting will take place in January 2013.

VA’s Blue Ridge Music Festival:  Randall reported that a benefit gala will be held at the Eco-Village Community Center on Oct. 21^st.  He has tickets.

Announcements:  None.

Meeting was adjourned.  Next meeting will be Monday, October 22, 2012, at 6:30 pm at Wall Residences. 

Respectfully submitted,

Dede McGrath,

Recording Secretary

August 2012

PARTNERSHIP FOR FLOYD

MONTHLY MEETING

August 27, 2012

President Jack Wall presided and called the meeting to order.  A quorum was attained. 

Present were:  Ellie Roe, Ralph Roe, Jane Cundiff, Anne Pendrak, Karin Groshans, Kamala Bauers, Betty Lineberry, Jack Wall, Theresa Fontana, and Dede McGrath.

Minutes:  The minutes from May 28, 2015, were approved as written.  The Minutes from July 23, 2012, were approved as read.

Treasurers’ Reports: 

General Fund:  Treasurer Karin Grosshans reported that the balance as of August 27, 2015, was 1842.56.  Activity included a deposit of $96 from the Putt-Putt Challenge and a check written for reimbursement to Dede for Putt-Putt and a check to the Town of Floyd for deposit on the park for the Drumming event.   Her report is attached and incorporated by reference.

County Professional Support Fund:  Treasurer Karin Grosshans that the balance was $2692.50.  Three checks were written for intern payments.  Her report is attached and incorporated by reference.

Park Fund:  Park Treasurer Betty Lineberry reported that the checking account balance was $11,337.32 and the total account balance was $14,851.29.  Her report is attached and incorporated by reference.  She reported that we had received $2367.75 from food, movie, sponsors, donation, etc, for the pavilion and had disbursed $1,466.68 to Professional Builders, $5,958 and $1,986 to Streamline Timberworks for pavilion work.

           

Old Business:

Park Benefit Concert Report:  Betty read a list of duties and responsibilities for the Blue Grass Concert on September 15.  She reminded members that set-up will begin at 3:00 pm.  Publicity has been distributed and more is planned to be sent.  Jack will be printing the programs; Betty has the original and will get the information to Jack shortly.  It was suggested to give some free tickets to the local music schools.  Ellie, Ralph, and Karin will coordinate with Betty.

Park Planning Committee Report: 

Pavilion:  Betty Lineberry reported that we still need to pay Ed Irwin for the roof, approx. $4970; it is estimated the ramp will cost $1000; regarding the rock work, Mr. Holden has indicated that he can do the work for approx. $1800.  Jane reported that the pavilion is almost finished; the stone work still needs to be done. 

Boxwoods:  Jane opened discussion regarding an email received from Mike Maslaney regarding a boxwood barrier hedge in the park.  Jane indicated that the Town had asked our opinion on the subject.  After some discussion it was decided that the boxwood hedge would not be necessary.  Jane will report back to the Town.

Tables:  No new info; a gravel/slab needs to go under the tables so that they do not have to mow under them.  Jane will coordinate with Betty, Lance, and Swede.

Water Fountain:  Karin reported that the Rotary had approved $1000 towards a water fountain.  She will follow up with Rotary.

Trees:  After a discussion, it was decided to wait on trees and landscaping at this time.

Land’s Sake! 2012:  A discussion regarding Lands Sake is still scheduled for the October meeting. 

Drumming:  Jack reported that was having trouble coordinating with Dirk Davis to get a copy of our certificate of insurance.  The drumming has not been schedule but would possibly be held on Saturday nights and is open to the public.

Community In Schools:  Jack reported that the Community in Schools program is still trying to complete a Needs and Source Assessment.

TEA-21:  Work has slowed on the TEA-21 project.  There have been indications that people do not know what the construction is about.  After some discussion it was decided that the PFF needed to do an article regarding the work and the role the PFF, especially Sam Moore, had in the project.  It was suggested to contact Wanda Combs and possibly have her interview Sam.  The work may possibly be completed by October.

Pavilion Naming:   Subject remains tabled for now; possibly a contest in the spring in conjunction with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

New Business: 

Annual Membership Meeting:  Members were reminder that our Annual Membership meeting is in January.  A Nominating Committee will be appointed at the September meeting; members should be thinking about the positions they want.  Members were also reminder that dues are due in January.  It was suggested to have a dinner and send out an email invitation for RSVPs to the Annual meeting.

VA’s Blue Ridge Music Festival:  No new info – still working steadily.

Presentation Gift:  A discussion was held regarding a presentation gift.  It was tabled for later discussion.

Announcements:  None.

Meeting was adjourned.  Next meeting will be Monday, September 24, 2012, at 6:30 pm at Wall Residences. 

Respectfully submitted,

Dede McGrath,

Recording Secretary