General Membership Meeting

When:  January 16th , 2007
Time:  6:30  p.m.
Where:  Coleman School Board Room
Business Directory

Please contact Trish Schutte or Peggy Hansen for
Publications of the updated business directory and window logo cling.

Paid Members
Memberships paid after August 2006:
Rhodes-Charapata Funeral  v  Fortier's
  Hansen Family Restaurant  v  Kust Sand & Gravel
Rouse Heating & Cooling  v  Vernon Gisenas Logging
     Zeitler Agri-Center  v  Pelkin's Piggly Wiggly
Faith Christion School  v  Reisterer & Schnell
Dan Risner Excavating  v  Jim's Trucking
Kum-Along- Sno Riders  v  Expression Salon
Osterberg Chiropractic  v  Gusick's ACE Hardware
Pound Storage Systems  v  Gail's Silver Shears
Near North Realty  v  Krueger Custom Homes
Jeffrey Gasser DDS  v  Cal Compe Chevrolet
Patz Pallet  v  BayLake/Agri-Ventures
Wouters II  v  Coleman Chiropractic Center
Katie's Subs  v  Village Pharmacy
Carquest  v  Centurytel
Beaver Trading Post  v  Dan's U-Turn
Barnstormer's

Currently 51 members compared to 77 in 2005
Fundraiser February 3, 2007

The committee members are visiting member to acquire sponsors ($100 or more donation) and Donors (less than $100) to purchase items for the Raffle buckets and Impulse drawing.  Invitations have been mailed to association members and municipall affiliates.  If there are any questions please contact committee Members:  Peggy Hansen, Tricia Schutte, Bonnie Beamer or Jean Grosse.
First Quarter 2007
Website

The renovated website is awaiting your viewing.  We have designed the site to include member directory, general membership, minutes, and Community calendar.  Should you desire to have a link please contact Tricia Schutte or email us at board@cougarcountrybusiness.com
Future Meetings

Fundraiser – tentative February 3, 2007
March 20, 2007
June 19, 2007
Upcoming Events

1. Winterfest & Poker Run - January 27, 2007
2. Kites on Ice at White Potato Lake -March 10, 2007
   (www.wplenterprises.com)
3.  Garden/Craft Festival - June 9, 2007
Committees

Membership & Advertising
Kevin Schutte
Trish Schutte
Franny Makos
Donna Kilmer
Bonnie Beamer

Marketing Analysis
Nancy Deering
Jim Karban
Keith Shallow

Community Development
Tom Prue
Dan Rhodes

We would like to hear the status of your committee.  Do you need more committee members to revitalize your initiatives?
Accomplishments 2006

  • Renaming Old US Hwy141 to Business 141
  • First Scholarship reciepient - Tess Kerr
  • Participated in local Food Drive
  • Held 2nd Annual Fundraiser - SUCCESSFUL
  • Working with N.E.W ATV Club for Trail network
  • Planning 1st Annual Garden/Craft Festival - June 9, 2007
  • Planning of Business 141 Corridor and Reevaluate Results
Officers

We looking for a nomination committee to pursue candidates for open positions of President and Treasurer.  Peggy Hansen & Jean Grosse will be completing their terms in June 2007.
Tourism Guide

We had 21 participating members placing ads in the 2007 Tourism Magazine.  Billing statements have been mailed.  If you have any questions, please contact Tricia Schutte.
Suggestions

Should you have any thoughts on topics or guest speakers which would be beneficial presentations at our quarterly business meetings, please provide suggestions to Peggy Hansen, Trish Schutte, Karen Gendron or Jean Grosse.
President’s Quote

“To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe”
Election Results

Re-elected officers at the June meeting are:   President Peggy Hansen and Treasurer Jean Grosse.   “Thank you!”
Third Quarter 2007
New Member       “Welcome”

Jiz’s Fortiers – Owner: Jason Maye
Upcoming Events

  • National Nite Out – August 7, 2007
4 pm to 9 pm – Coleman Ball Park
The CCBA is the food vendor.
Anyone interested in helping???
Contact Tricia at 920-591-0342
  • Marinette Cty. Fair – Aug. 23rd – 26th
  • CCBA Fundraiser – Tentative date is:
February 3, 2008 at Romy’s
Committees

The CCBA is looking for help to serve on one of the following committees:
  • Membership & Advertising
  • Market Analysis
  • Community Development
Anyone interested in serving on a committee and helping our association thrive and grow, should contact a CCBA officer for more information.  Your volunteer time & talents are greatly appreciated!
General Membership Meeting

August COOKOUT date change

Date: August 21, 2007
Time: 6:00  p.m.
Where:  Village Of Pound Park
RSVP by August 17. 2007 to
Call Peggy 897-3432 or Tricia 920-591-0342
Business Directory

Please contact Tricia Schutte or Peggy Hansen for publications of the updated business directory and window logo cling.
Website

As a reminder, the renovated website is awaiting your viewing. We have designed the site to include membership directory, general membership minutes and community calendar.  Should you desire to have a link please contact Tricia Schutte.
Tourism Guide

Please contact Tricia Schutte if you are interested in advertising in the Marinette Cty. Tourism Guide.
CCBA Bottled Water

CCBA BOTTLED WATER is NOW ON SALE!
You can buy CCBA water at local businesses.  To purchase and place your order for CCBA water contact:
Kevin at 897-2943 or Tricia at 920-591-0342.  
Parade Participation

The CCBA participated in the Coleman Parade on July 21st.  Thank you to Rick Hutchinson, Jillian Schutte, & Tricia Schutte for participating & handing out the CCBA bottled water.  A great day for H20!
Future General Membership Meetings

November 1, 2007 – Coleman School - 6:30pm
March 20, 2008 – Coleman School - 6:30pm
June 12, 2008 – Coleman School - 6:30pm
Featured Business

An objective of the CCBA is to promote our business members and community.  One way of doing this would be a featured business of the month or quarter.  This would give our members an opportunity to introduce themselves, express their function & contribution to the community.  Anyone interested should contact Peggy.
President’s Quote

“In every partner dance team, there’s a leader & a follower.  Your cues may be so unconscious
you don’t even notice them.  But, someone’s following your lead.”
Reminder
Any member who still has not paid their July 2007-July 2008 membership dues, needs to submit payment.  We are also giving a payment option of:
Paying $50 for one year for $100 for two years.
Click here to fill out form
Second Quarter 2007
Fundraiser February 3, 2007

Our 3rd Annual Cougar Country Business Association was a success with attendance of 82 guests and business owners.  We are very grateful for the support and contributions from our sponsors and donors who enabled the committee to have a shopper’s delight variety of items for the raffles and drawings.  We would also like to thank the committee for their donated time and dedication organizing this event which netted $2,297.37 in proceeds for our scholarship program and other community related efforts.
Tourism Guide

Should your business want some tourism guides for distribution contact Tricia Schutte (920) 897-2943.
Scholarship – May 2007

We will be awarding the 2nd Cougar Country Business Association Scholarship in May at the Senior Tea.  All seniors of the Coleman Public School and the Faith Christian School may apply by contacting Mary Uecker-Gluth at the Coleman High School.  Questions may be directed to Peggy Hansen, Tom Prue, Dan Rhodes or Bonnie Beamer.
Upcoming Events

1.  Kites on Ice at White Potato Lake
   March 10,2007 (www.wplenterprises.com)
2.  4th Annual Community-Wide Rummage Sale
   May 18-19, 2007
3.  Garden/Craft Festival – June 9, 2007
General Membership Meeting

When:  March 20th, 2007
Time:    6:30  p.m.
Where:  Coleman School Board Room
Business Directory

Please contact Tricia Schutte or Peggy Hansen for publications of the updated business directory and window logo cling.
NEW Member

Honey-Do Contractors, LLC
Vernal Christopherson-Proprietor
Website

As a reminder, the renovated website is awaiting your viewing. We have designed the site to include membership directory, general membership minutes and community calendar.  Should you desire to
have a link please contact Tricia Schutte.
Future General Membership Meetings

June 19, 2007
Officers

Our nomination committee, Kevin Schutte, Franny Makos, and Bonnie Beamer are looking for candidates for our two open positions of President and Treasurer.  Peggy Hansen and Jean Grosse will be completing their terms in June 2007.
Guest Speaker – March 20th

At our March General Membership Meeting we will have Don Clewley of the Marinette County Association for Business and Industry to present a community action tool entitled “Wisconsin’s Forward Communities.”  Mark your calendar to hear this informative presentation.
President’s Quote

“Effective Team Leaders realize they neither know all the answers, nor can they succeed without the other members of the team.”
President’s Quote

“For true success ask yourself these four questions:
Why?  Why not?  Why not me?  Why not now?”
CCBA Bottled Water

CCBA BOTTLED WATER ON SALE!
Place your order and purchase CCBA water by contacting:
Kevin at 897-2943 or Tricia at 920-591-0342

FYI:  The CCBA also donates water to Non Profit organizations of 10 cases per event.  Should the organizations desire more, they may purchase additional cases for the cost of $3/case.
General Membership Meeting

Date:  NOVEMBER 1, 2007
Time:  6:30 p.m.
Where:  Coleman School Conference Room

**Anyone interested in hosting a meeting, please contact Peggy or Tricia** 
Business Directory

Please contact Tricia Schutte or Peggy Hansen for publications of the business directory and logo cling.
Website

Check out our website!  You can read the meeting minutes & newsletters, look at event pictures, check for community events, scan membership directory, and much more!  To keep your business on our website, be sure you pay your dues by Nov. 15, 2007; only paid members will appear on this site.  Any paid member that would like to have a link please contact Tricia Schutte.
Committees

The CCBA is looking for help to serve on one of the following committees:
  • Membership & Advertising
Chairman: Franny Makos
  • Market Analysis
Chairman: Jim Karbon
  • Community Development
Chairman: Bonnie Beamer
Anyone interested in serving on a committee and helping our association thrive and grow, should contact a CCBA officer for more information.  Your volunteer time & talents are greatly appreciated! 
     Upcoming Events
  • 4th Annual CCBA Social at Romy’s
February 2, 2008
  • Coleman Area Library Craft & Bake Sale
Nov. 30, 2007 at 9:00am to 5:30pm
           Crafts, Baked goods, & Silent Auction
                     Donations are Welcome!
  • 3rd Annual Winter fest-Coming soon-Mid winter!
Membership Dues

We are looking for your support through your membership dues.  We know it is hard for everyone to participate in the CCBA, but by paying your yearly dues you show your support and participate at the same time.  Your business name is associated with a great organization and group of people, advertised on our website and in our business directory.  So, if you forgot to send in your dues, it’s not too late!  Please fill in the form and send it along with your payment.  Click Here for Form
Future General Membership Meetings

March 20, 2008 – Coleman School - 6:30pm
June 12, 2008 – Coleman School - 6:30pm
September 11, 2008 – Coleman School – 6:30pm
Featured Business

An objective of the CCBA is to promote our business members and community.  One way of doing this would be a “featured business” of the month or quarter.  This would give our members an opportunity to introduce themselves, express their function & contribution to the community.  Anyone interested should contact Peggy or Tricia.
Fouth Quarter 2007
President’s Quote

“For true success ask yourself these four questions:
Why?  Why not?  Why not me?  Why not now?”
CCBA Bottled Water

CCBA BOTTLED WATER ON SALE!
Place your order and purchase CCBA water by contacting:
Kevin at 897-2943 or Tricia at 920-591-0342

FYI:  The CCBA also donates water to Non Profit organizations of 10 cases per event.  Should the organizations desire more, they may purchase additional cases for the cost of $3/case.
General Membership Meeting

Date:  NOVEMBER 1, 2007
Time:  6:30 p.m.
Where:  Coleman School Conference Room

**Anyone interested in hosting a meeting, please contact Peggy or Tricia** 
Business Directory

Please contact Tricia Schutte or Peggy Hansen for publications of the business directory and logo cling.
Website

Check out our website!  You can read the meeting minutes & newsletters, look at event pictures, check for community events, scan membership directory, and much more!  To keep your business on our website, be sure you pay your dues by Nov. 15, 2007; only paid members will appear on this site.  Any paid member that would like to have a link please contact Tricia Schutte.
Committees

The CCBA is looking for help to serve on one of the following committees:
  • Membership & Advertising
Chairman: Franny Makos
  • Market Analysis
Chairman: Jim Karbon
  • Community Development
Chairman: Bonnie Beamer
Anyone interested in serving on a committee and helping our association thrive and grow, should contact a CCBA officer for more information.  Your volunteer time & talents are greatly appreciated! 
     Upcoming Events
  • 4th Annual CCBA Social at Romy’s
February 2, 2008
  • Coleman Area Library Craft & Bake Sale
Nov. 30, 2007 at 9:00am to 5:30pm
           Crafts, Baked goods, & Silent Auction
                     Donations are Welcome!
  • 3rd Annual Winter fest-Coming soon-Mid winter!
Membership Dues

We are looking for your support through your membership dues.  We know it is hard for everyone to participate in the CCBA, but by paying your yearly dues you show your support and participate at the same time.  Your business name is associated with a great organization and group of people, advertised on our website and in our business directory.  So, if you forgot to send in your dues, it’s not too late!  Please fill in the form and send it along with your payment.  Click Here for Form
Future General Membership Meetings

March 20, 2008 – Coleman School - 6:30pm
June 12, 2008 – Coleman School - 6:30pm
September 11, 2008 – Coleman School – 6:30pm
Featured Business

An objective of the CCBA is to promote our business members and community.  One way of doing this would be a “featured business” of the month or quarter.  This would give our members an opportunity to introduce themselves, express their function & contribution to the community.  Anyone interested should contact Peggy or Tricia.
President’s Quote

“For true success ask yourself these four questions:
Why?  Why not?  Why not me?  Why not now?”
CCBA Bottled Water

CCBA BOTTLED WATER ON SALE!
Place your order and purchase CCBA water by contacting:
Kevin at 897-2943 or Tricia at 920-591-0342

FYI:  The CCBA also donates water to Non Profit organizations of 10 cases per event.  Should the organizations desire more, they may purchase additional cases for the cost of $3/case.
General Membership Meeting

Date:  NOVEMBER 1, 2007
Time:  6:30 p.m.
Where:  Coleman School Conference Room

**Anyone interested in hosting a meeting, please contact Peggy or Tricia** 
Business Directory

Please contact Tricia Schutte or Peggy Hansen for publications of the business directory and logo cling.
Website

Check out our website!  You can read the meeting minutes & newsletters, look at event pictures, check for community events, scan membership directory, and much more!  To keep your business on our website, be sure you pay your dues by Nov. 15, 2007; only paid members will appear on this site.  Any paid member that would like to have a link please contact Tricia Schutte.
Committees

The CCBA is looking for help to serve on one of the following committees:
  • Membership & Advertising
Chairman: Franny Makos
  • Market Analysis
Chairman: Jim Karbon
  • Community Development
Chairman: Bonnie Beamer
Anyone interested in serving on a committee and helping our association thrive and grow, should contact a CCBA officer for more information.  Your volunteer time & talents are greatly appreciated! 
     Upcoming Events
  • 4th Annual CCBA Social at Romy’s
February 2, 2008
  • Coleman Area Library Craft & Bake Sale
Nov. 30, 2007 at 9:00am to 5:30pm
           Crafts, Baked goods, & Silent Auction
                     Donations are Welcome!
  • 3rd Annual Winter fest-Coming soon-Mid winter!
Membership Dues

We are looking for your support through your membership dues.  We know it is hard for everyone to participate in the CCBA, but by paying your yearly dues you show your support and participate at the same time.  Your business name is associated with a great organization and group of people, advertised on our website and in our business directory.  So, if you forgot to send in your dues, it’s not too late!  Please fill in the form and send it along with your payment.  Click Here for Form
Future General Membership Meetings

March 20, 2008 – Coleman School - 6:30pm
June 12, 2008 – Coleman School - 6:30pm
September 11, 2008 – Coleman School – 6:30pm
Featured Business

An objective of the CCBA is to promote our business members and community.  One way of doing this would be a “featured business” of the month or quarter.  This would give our members an opportunity to introduce themselves, express their function & contribution to the community.  Anyone interested should contact Peggy or Tricia.