Monday Morning Memo 

Sept 28, 2015 
Adopt-A-Planter Participants
The businesses that adopted planters certainly brightened up our Downtown for all of us to enjoy.  It is almost time for these businesses to clean out the planters.  Thank you, again, for participating in the Adopt-A-Planter Program.

912 Regency                HMA Architects                  Pickled Loon
Bumbledee's                Mahowald Insurance          Pioneer Place on 5th
DB Searle's                  Lillian's                             Rajkowski Hansmeier
Falcon Nat'l Bank          Loft Salon                         River's Edge
GeoComm                   Marriott Courtyard             Spice of Life Tea
Germain Plaza              Metro Bus                         Veranda Lounge
Gray Plant Mooty          Netgain                             White Horse
Flat Iron                       Paramount                        City of St. Cloud
Fairview Gardens          Our green thumb planting volunteers
In This Issue
Nearing the End
Community Forums
DTC Board Openings
Events & Announcements
Neighbors for School Excellence
Community Forums
The St. Cloud Area Schools Dist. 742 (St. Cloud, Waite Park, St. Joseph, St. Augusta, Clearwater, Clear Lake, et al.) is poined to launch its students into a 21st Century teaching/learning environment and the future workplace with a proposed $167 million building bond referendum on November 3rd. 

There will be 2 public community forums for those interested in learning more.  There will be a presentation, breakout group discussions and a question/answer period.   

Monday, October 5, 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Whitney Senior Center
Monday, October 12, 6:30 - 9:00 pm at City Hall
(also televised)
Engaged Members Strengthen Organizations
What can you do to help the DTC become more vibrant and more attractive to current and prospective members?  As a member, are you attending DTC workshops, Meet-n-Greets, open houses, serving on a committee, sponsoring the Winter Festival, share announcements, promoting Downtown, and doing business with other members? 

As we move into the 4th quarter of 2015, think about how you want to get involved. 
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Call for DTC Board of Director Nominations:

The DTC is pleased to seek nominations to its 2016 Board of Directors, commencing February 1st.  Our organization is dedicated to the promotion and development of a healthy, vibrant and exciting Downtown business district.  We will have five (5), three-year Board positions opening.

If you are someone that has a vision for Downtown, wants to work to improve Downtown, believes in the mission of the organization and can motivate and affect change, please consider nominating yourself for the Board. 

Send a 60-word description of your qualifications and sent it along with a recent photo of yourself to pegg@stclouddowntown.com.  Nominations will be accepted through December 1st. Duties include (but not limited to): 
  • Serve as a strong advocate for DTC members and Downtown
  • Participate in short- and long-term priorities and planning
  • Be a DTC member in good standing
  • Maintain and recruit (minimum 2 new) DTC members
  • Attend DTC sponsored events
  • Serve on one or more committees
  • Promote the Downtown and DTC
  • Secure at least $2,000 annual in revenues

If more than five candidates are nominated, an open ballot will be sent to all members.  Nominate yourself or a colleague.  Call 257-8600 if you have any questions or comments.   

 Featured Events & News
Drs. Colt & Jacobsons Has Moved
1460 1st St. N. is the new location in a new building for


Careers & Coffee, October 2nd, Noon - 2pm
hThis FREE event features different employers from the St. Cloud area who will highlight available opportunities.  Job seekers will speak one-on-one with employersSee you Friday at Capital One Cafe, 30 7th Ave S. 



Paramount Gala, October 3rd

The annual Paramount Gala fundraiser is set for Saturday, October 3rd
6pm - Socialize, Drink, Eat!  Watch artists create their work, browse the silent auction and much more.
8pm - Wendy Liebman.  National renowned comedian, semi-finalist on America's Got Talent, Season 9  ABOUT 
9:30pm - Dancing in the Theatre. The stage will drop for Rock 'n Roll's greatest dance tunes delivered by Collective Unconscious with special 
                              guest George Maurer!
TICKETS

Big Apple Bagels to Open October 5th
There is a bit of a delay to their opening, but it will certainly be worth the wait!  BAB serves breakfast, muffins, coffee deli sandwiches, and they cater.  Stop by 701 W. St. Germain and give them a warm Downtown welcome!


2015 Innovation Summit, October 8th
 
Get inspired!  The event is free but registration is needed.  All are welcome.  9 TED-like talks about innovations; Live improv by the Theatre of Public Policy; Innovation Expo;, and Innovation Award Presentations.
October 8, 7:30 am - 1:00 pm, River's Edge Convention Center.   WebsiteRegister


Bowl for Kids' Sake
Big Brothers Big Sisters is hosting its annual Bowl for Kids' Sake Fundraiser.  Participants enjoy free bowling, shoes and fun while raising money for programs.  Dress your team in cowboy gear because this year's theme is "Wild Wild West Bowl".  October 2, 9 & 10MORE INFO

Fiddlestix Children's Boutique to Open in October
Fiddlestix Children's Boutique will be opening in the Regency Plaza at 912 W. St. Germain Street in October.  Excited about this new business in Downtown.






DAYTA University - Managing Your Online Reputation (beginner)
October 15, 11:30 - 1:30 pm at the St. Cloud Country Club.  Be proactive about your brand's reputation. Increase your brand's search ranking.
Find, claim and manage online listing sites.
LEARN MORE

November Business After Hours (Chamber) at CentraCare Health
    CentraCare Health is hosting the Chamber  
    Business After Hours on Thursday, November
    12th,
4:30 - 6:30 pm at 1600 County Rd 134 in
    St. Cloud. 




Weihnachtsmarkt Set for Thursday, December 17th
   Mark your calendars for the German Christmas   
   Market,
  this year in front of the River's Edge
   Convention Center (south side).  
   This street market dates back to the Late Middle
   Ages.  Will include food, drink, seasonal items,
   traditional singing and dancing.    
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Officers:
Kate Hanson, Vice Chair
Jeff Peterson, Treasurer
Sonja Gidlow, Secretary
Penny White, At-Large
 
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