The Mebane Business Association (MBA) has been the leading advocate for businesses of all sizes in our community for over 25 years. Our association is a non-profit membership business organization and is governed by a volunteer board of directors whose leadership changes annually. The MBA is provides the best way for you to learn about your community, ultimately increasing your business potential. Members also find that participation is a source of pride and civic responsibility. The goal of the MBA is to provide support, structure and a unified voice for area businesses, with a focus on making a positive contribution to the local community.
MBA General Meeting
Title: MBA General Meeting
Location: Martinho\’s Event Center
Start Time: 8:45
Date: 2009-08-05
June 3, 2009 Minutes
M I N U T E S
Mebane Business Association
Mebane Arts & Community Center
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Tara Corbett, president, opened the meeting with all members and guests introducing themselves. She thanked Alexis Drago with The Mebane Acting Company for today’s refreshments.
Andy Wiggs said he was leaving Randolph Bank and had accepted a position with Lab Corp in Burlington. He introduced Adrienne Huffman who will be the new branch manager in Mebane.
The minutes were approved as presented.
David Hawks, treasurer, said we had a profit from 2009 Dogwood Festival of $17,316.00 compared to $13,997.00 for 2008.
Meeting Highlight - Bret Moran with Alamance Regional introduced the following ARMC personnel: Bob Byrd, Cindy Johnson, Lisa Pennington and Jamie Athas. Bret gave a brief overview of ARMC Mebane location. Cindy Johnson gave an update of the new cancer center that opens in September. The cancer center will occupy 8,500 sq. ft., including space for 12 treatment chairs with 5 oncologists on staff. An open house is planned for September.
New Business/New MBA officers - A slate of officers was presented for 2009/2010 and the floor was open for additional nominations. There were no additional nominations. Ballots were completed and counted and the following officers were elected: President, Donna Tilley; Vice President, Monica Robinson; Secretary, Jackie Brown; and Treasurer, David Hawks. Elected as board members were: Joy Albright, Trent Riley, Lisa Pennington, David Wyatt and Tara Corbett.
Dr. Lane Anderson said that changes to the by-laws could be made at any time by the general membership. The by-laws are available on the MBA website.
Reggie Lipscomb introduced Carolyn Rhode with the ACC Foundation. Carolyn said that currently ACC has 5,000 curriculum students. Enrollment is up for the year and should increase even more for the fall semester. Carolyn then introduced Abby Burgess who is the first recipient of the MBA scholarship. Abby said she was excited to receive the scholarship and will later transfer to UNC-G to finish her education.
Upcoming Meetings
MBA General Meeting – No meeting in July, next meeting August 5, 8:45 at Mebane Arts & Community Center
City Council Meeting, Monday, July 13 at 6 p.m. at the MACC
Clay Street After Work Schedule
July 17 – Maral Vickers Band
Aug. 21 – Hi Five
Sept. 18 – Rough Cut
Oct. 16 – Cruize Control
Volunteers are always needed to set up and take down stage for these events..
May 6, 2009 Minutes
M I N U T E S
Mebane Business Association
Martinho’s Event Center
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Tara Corbett, president opened the meeting with all members and guests introducing themselves. Tara thanked Randy and Dana Ballard with Eastern Imprints for today’s refreshments.
The minutes were accepted as printed.
David Hawks, treasurer, gave a recap of expenses/profit from the Dogwood Festival. We made a profit of $17,723.48, which is $13,000 more than 2008. All profits from the Golf Tournament will be donated to Loaves and Fishes. This amount will be determined once all monies are received.
Derek Sneed, with the United Way of Alamance County gave an overview of the local needs of the county and how the United Way goes about determining those needs. They (United Way) do a community assessment every 4 years. From the assessment they determine the needs, educate the community about the needs and raise money to serve those needs.. The money raised through the United Way goes back to our community. Tara thanked Derek and Heather Jordan for the presentation.
Tara Corbett said next month we will elect new officers and she opened the floor for nominations. Joy Albright nominated David Hawks to continue as treasurer. Tara Corbett nominated Donna Tilley as president. Monica Robinson was nominated as vice president. Those nominated as possible board members included:
Tammy Mason, Lisa Pennington, Joy Albright, Jill Auditori, and Elma Doermann. Tammy Mason declined the nomination. Any other nominations may be emailed to the MBA. Officers will be elected at the June 3 meeting.
Meet and Greet:
May – Andy Wiggs, Randolph Bank, May 21st – 5:30 – 7 p.m.
June – Stewart Physical Therapy – date TBA
Upcoming Meetings
MBA Board meeting – May 20, 2009, 8:30 a.m. at Martinho’s Event Center.
MBA General Meeting – June 3, 2009 at 8:45, Martinho’s Restaurant
City Council Meeting – June 1, 2009, 6 p.m. Mebane Arts & Community Center
Respectfully submitted,
Jackie Brown, secretary
MBA General Meeting
Title: MBA General Meeting
Location: Martinho\’s Event Center
Start Time: 8:45
Date: 2009-06-03
March 4, 2009 Minutes
M I N U T E S
Mebane Business Association
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Martinhoʼs Event Center
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MBA General Meeting
Title: MBA General Meeting
Location: Martinho’s Event Center
Start Time: 8:45
Date: 2009-05-06
