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November 2009
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“Chamber in Action”
Radio Show on
KNPT 1310 AM
at 8:35 a.m
WED
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THU
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FRI
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Adeo In Home Care
Beautification
Committee @ 8:30am
Luncheon @ Best Western
Program: US Census 2010
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“Chamber in Action”
Radio Show on
KNPT 1310 AM
at 8:35 a.m
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Leadership Lincoln
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
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13Ambassador Showcase @
Yard Birds Design & Maintenance
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Veterans Day
~Chamber Office Closed~
Luncheon @ Shilo
Program: Buy Local
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@ Chamber
Business After Hours @
Animal Medical Care
“Chamber in Action”
Radio Show on
KNPT 1310 AM
at 8:35 a.m
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From 6pm to 8pm
Luncheon @ Shilo
Program: TBD
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“Chamber in Action”
Radio Show on
KNPT 1310 AM
at 8:35 a.m
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SWF Committee
Meeting @ 8:00am
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~Chamber Office Closed~
*No Ambassador Showcase
*No Luncheon
Happy Thanksgiving
~Chamber Office Closed~
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“Chamber in Action”
Radio Show on
KNPT 1310 AM
at 8:35 a.m
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December
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Ambassador Showcase @
Pacific Shores Gift Shop
Luncheon @ Shilo
Program TBD
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Next Meeting: November 10th 8:30 AM ‐ 2:30 PM Topic: Education Location: North Lincoln O.C.C.C. The Chamber would like to introduce you to the 34 participants in this year’s Leadership Lincoln program.
We’d like to give you an opportunity to learn a little more about some of the members of this year’s class. Below
are three participants and in subsequent issues of this newsletter, we’ll profile the remainder of the group.
Vivian Baldwin is the Chief Office Deputy at the Lincoln County Assessor’s Office here in
Newport. Vivian finds that her job is never boring, and that she learns new things every day. Vivian
joined Leadership Lincoln because she wants to learn more about Lincoln County and the people in it.
When Vivian’s not working, she likes to read, listen to music and doing yard work.
Becky Jukkala is an Office Specialist with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office here in
Newport. Becky likes working with people and performing the wide varieties of duties that she’s
assigned. Becky joined Leadership Lincoln because she wants to create business relationships and
contacts and gain some insight into leadership skills. When Becky’s not working, she’s spending
time at the beach, playing with her granddaughter and visiting with family.
Ted Smith is the Library Director for the Newport Public Library.
Ted enjoys meeting
people, sharing great books with others and working with technology. Ted joined Leadership Lincoln
because he wanted to learn about his new home he calls Newport, learn and practice networking skills
and develop his professional and leadership skills. When Ted is not working, he likes to fish, read
(naturally) and spend time with his wife playing music (Ted plays his drums).
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Photos-4-You
Surftides Hotel
On the morning of October 2nd, the Newport Ambassadors
ventured up to Lincoln City to hold a Showcase for Chamber
member Surftides Hotel. The
Newport Ambassadors were joined
by the Lincoln City Ambassadors
for their first ever joint Showcase.
All those involved fell in love with
the beautiful boutique hotel. The
visitation was hosted by Liz
Dahlager, Director of Marketing
and Sales of the Surftides Hotel.
Liz served as tour guide for the
Ambassadors; showing several
rooms, meeting halls, gardens, and
views. The Surftides Hotel is
located at 2945 NW Jetty Avenue
in Lincoln City. Surftides has a
great website with complete details,
social networking and a calendar of
events. Visit it at
www.surftideslincolncity.com
The Team of Ambassadors visited Photos-4-You on the morning of
October 9th. Photos-4-You is a new business and Chamber member in
Newport. They are located at
337 SW Coast Hwy. Owners
Dorreen Cannon and Jim
Gaskin were great hosts and
warmly welcomed the Team
into their new storefront.
Photos-4-You offers various
services in photography &
photo art, including: portraits,
florals, scenic, pets, family
reunions, senior portraits,
passports, teen posters and
framing. Dorreen and Jim
founded Photos-4-You to
provide quality portraiture at
an affordable price. Stop by
Photos-4-You or call them at
541-265-8480 and welcome
them into our community.
Holiday Inn Express
The Ambassadors visited Holiday Inn Express on October 16th. They are located at 135 S.E. 32nd Street in Newport. The Holiday Inn
Express is the newest hotel in Newport, having just opened its doors this year. The new facility was designed with frequent travelers in
mind. They provide high speed internet in every room with both Wi-Fi & hard wired connections, hot breakfast, pool, spa, fitness center,
business center, on site laundry facilities, flat screen TVs and a conference room. Holiday Inn Express attracts both the business & leisure
travelers because there is something for everyone. The Holiday Inn Express recently held their Grand Opening on October 27th,
a lovely event in which people from all over the community attended.
Ambassador Showcases & Activities
NOVEMBER DATES
*6th…Adeo In-Home Care @ 644 SW Coast Hwy Ste G
*13th…..Yard Bird Design & Maintenance @ Chamber office
*20th…..Month End Meeting @ Chamber Office
*27th….No Showcase (Thanksgiving Holiday)
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The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce would like to present
two Employees of the Month! The two individuals received these
awards for exceeding the criteria of quality of service, friendliness,
knowledge of the area, and being a role model for other
employees!
For August, the Employee of the Month is Christie Meister, the
Chief Civil Deputy for the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
Christie was nominated by Lincoln County Sheriff Dennis Dotson.
Christie’s Quality of Service is “recognized statewide as expert in
the Oregon Rules of Civil Procedure by the Oregon State Sheriff’s
Association and the Oregon Legislature,” According to Sheriff
Dennis Dotson. When someone requests a copy of a Sheriff’s Report, Christie has trained her team well to locate, react,
and make that report available as provided by law. Christie and her team also seize and sell real or personal property as
ordered by the courts and ensure enforcement of ‘Orders of Assistance’ for the custody of children. “These services are
structured by law and there is no room for error. Christie has received statewide recognition for excellence in
performing these responsibilities,” says Sheriff Dotson. Christie has resided in Newport for over 30 years, and is well
known in the community for being very knowledgeable about the many opportunities available to residents and visitors
alike. Christie is very friendly, a team player and multi-tasker of the “highest caliber.” Christie is an excellent role model
for anyone.
Ric Rabourn, Christie Meister and Lorna Davis
For September, the Employee of the Month is Ric Rabourn, the General Manager for the Hallmark Resort in Newport.
Ric was nominated by Hallmark Resort’s management team.
Hallmark Resort’s management team says that: “We all feel that Ric is one of the best bosses we have ever had. His
door is always open to any of the Hallmark employees. All suggestions, comments and concerns receive equal
consideration whether from a manager or a line employee.” Hallmark Resort’s management team continues by stating:
“Ric is a strong leader. He exemplifies fairness. You might not always like what he has to say, but no one can ever say
that they were not treated fairly, were not heard or respected, or given every opportunity to succeed.”
Ric has been with the Hallmark resort for the past 9 years. He is active in the community as a member of the
“Destination Newport” committee, is on the board of his
church, and owns “The Muscle Studio” in South Beach.
According to Hallmark Resort’s management team:
“Ric is a role model and mentor. He is not afraid to jump
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department in his many years in the hospitality industry.”
Congratulations Christie and Ric for jobs well done!
Don Stevens
Manager
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4844 South Coast Hwy.
South Beach, OR 97366
office (541) 867-3636
fax(541) 867-3638
e-mail: [email protected]
Other Incoming Calls
Visitor Walk-Ins
Visitor Packet Requests**
Relocation Requests
E-mail Requests*
Fax Requests
Website Hits
Website Visits
Kiosk Visitors
989
2,180
780
40
1,634
6
16,022
147,108
1,086
891
1,680
2,565
54
1,192
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16,755
792,369
1,126
*Includes relocation, visitor packet & other email requests
**Includes visitor requests from other sources
Top Left: Beautification Winners Windermere
West Coast Properties and Chalet Restaurant. Top
Right: Police Chief Mark Miranda. Middle Left:
Ambassador Al Fitzpatrick . Middle: Friends at
Business After Hours. Middle Right: Chamber
Exec. Lorna Davis. Bottom Left: Lorna Davis, Patti
Eisler & Pat O’Connor at Yo-Pros planning
session. Bottom Middle: City Manager Jim
Voetberg. Bottom Right: Mike Godsey of Bateman
Funeral Home speaks at Business After Hours.
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Beach Vacation Getaway:
Year-Round Fun at the Beach
* A GATHERING PLACE
* SAND DOLLAR BEACH HOUSE
* BEACH DRIVE BUNGALOW
www.beachvacationgetaway.com
206-935-7921 or 206-769-9622
Board of Directors
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
President
Linda Neigebauer, Nye Cottage Beads & Vacation Rentals
1st Vice President
Susan Ernst, Farmers Insurance - Beck/Ernst Ins.
2nd Vice President
Al Fitzpatrick, Coast Guard Community College
Secretary
Don Lindly, Lincoln County Commissioners
Treasurer
Doug Hunt, Umpqua Bank
Past President
Raquell Teague, Western Title & Escrow
Past President-at-Large
Don Mann, Port of Newport
Board of Directors
Patti Eisler, West Coast Bank
Rich Evans, E2 Electric
Rich Glasgow, Lin-Com ‘911’
Neal Henning, Mariner Enterprises
Wanda Henning, Creditor’s Collection Service
Linda Kilbride, Kilbride Associates
Judy Kuhl, Embarcadero Resort
Dan Lewer, Animal Medical Care
Burt Lippman, Retired
Doug Orr, Ocean Tire Factory
Randy Teich, Newport Gentle Dentistry
Catherine Rickbone, Oregon Coast Council for the Arts
Larimee Ward, Pacific Shores Motorcoach Resort
Ex-Officio Directors
Bill Bain, City of Newport Mayor
Patrick O’Connor, Oregon Coast Community College
Tom Rinearson, Lincoln County School District
-Chamber StaffExecutive Director
Lorna Davis
Membership Services & Events Director:
Sheena Scarberry
Tourism Services & Communications Coordinator
Mike Yost
Accounting & Administrative Services
Mimi Skinner
Visitor Services Coordinator
Bobbi Nyhus
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