Newsletter
www.ofbpa.com
February 2007
Newsletter
www.ofbpa.com
Mission Statement:" Bringing Business and the Community Together"…..
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resident’s Message:As we move forward into 2007 and start a brand new year, I am happy to say that we are finally financially solid. We have struggled to bring this organization to solid footing and now are we can comfortably plan events knowing we have the "front money’ for supplies and rentals. We could not have done it without the help of our business neighbors and the support of the community. Last year’s fundraising efforts raised $1100. We would like to thank The White Marsh Hilton Garden Inn, Beltway Plaza Movie 6, Perry Hall Print & Copy, Chuckle’s Bar and Grill and Great Occasions for their support.
In this light, I would also like to say that I’ve taken a lot of verbal and email abuse this past year from the membership when events have been planned. I am not one to toot my own horn, and have had a debate about this with myself for the past few days, but it must be said so I can move forward as your president. No one cares or works harder for this organization than myself. I am pretty much the driving force that keeps this organization running and truly and sincerely have this organizations best interest at heart. I attend as many meetings with the county, the community and outside interest that I can physically fit into my schedule. I understand, promote and do everything in my power to bring networking opportunities, meetings, and events to this organization so that you may have the opportunity to network your business. With each event I come to our business members first for pricing and try my hardest to utilize our membership. In most events it becomes a win-win for both of us. However, I have to be very cost conscious as we are not an affluent organization. In most cases, because we receive county grants we are required to present 3 proposals. Your membership ($50) does not give you exclusivity. You know your competition better than I do, and if you give me your best price you should not be upset if I can not utilize your services. Your threatening "not to join" will not alter my decision. I have full and complete Board of Directors support on this.
As we start a new year you need to ask yourself the following questions? Why did I join? If it’s to get the awesome PR we offer -free website listing, free directory listing, your name in our newsletter than you have accomplished your goal. But if you want to see this organization move forward you need to ask yourself the following: When was the last time I attended a meeting, handed out business cards and gave my business a "face?; Did I drop off 100 business cards to the Welcome chair so my card goes out in every member binder?; How many events did I participate in last year? When is the last time I used or contact a member of the OFBPA? Have I submitted a "brag time" blurb for the member corner so everyone knows what I offer?; How many FREE directories have I picked up and distributed to my clientele or put in my business for the community?; What was the last event I offered to help with either a well needed donation of money or a door prize for an event or as a committee member? When was the last time I went on our fabulous website?
Baltimore County’s
program offers us a lot of grant money which we utilize to bring
networking opportunities to the OFBPA. I spend hours gathering the
information need to submit them….Don’t let them go to waste!
Donna Bethke, President
Monthly Meeting- February 21st
7:30 amMemory Treasures, Inc. Hosted by: Lynda Polutanovich
410-663-6726 7952 Belair Road Nottingham, MD. 21236
lynpol@msn.com
Located in the Giant/Putty Hill Shopping Center
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Monthly Meeting- March 21st 7:30 am
Taylor Park Apartments Hosted by: Rachael Waters
410-882-0915 (p) 35 C Mopec Circle Nottingham, MD 21236
Take Belair Road to Taylor Avenue-- make right onto Taylor and turn right onto Mopec Circle-- at the apartments-=first building on the left. Look for the Leasing office.
If you can host a meeting this year, please contact Rachael Waters at 410-882-0915.
Board of Directors 2006:
President Donna Bethke (410) 665-6551 Vice President Pat Zimmerman (410) 444-5555
Treasurer Darlene Conner (410) 661-4412 Welcome Chair Cathy Kratovil 443-520-7179
Directory Chair Kimberly Durham (888) 887-9297 ex. 41506 Secretary vacant
Hospitality- Rachael Waters 410-882-0915 Member at Large- Barbara Nash 410-488-4800
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Welcome Membership 2007
(All 2006 members will only remain on the website until February 28th without renewal)
New Accounting Outsource, Inc. Richard Beil 410-882-8485 (p)
New Amers Cafe Gretchen Amer 410-668-5100 (p)
Renewal Amica Mutual Insurance Company Kim Durham 1-888-887-9297x41506
New Apple Insurance Services, Inc. Angela Heydt 410-426-9852 (p)
Renewal Arbonne -Amy Foos Amy Foos 410-668-0108 (p)
Renewal Avon Products-Donna Bethke Donna Bethke 410-665-6551(p)
Renewal Bayview Medical- Homecare, Inc. Dan McLaughlin 410-665-0107 (p)
Renewal BeautiControl-Alyssa Bourne Alyssa Bourne 443-904-6054 (p)
Renewal Bethlehem Christian Day School Alice J. Moore, Principal 410-488-8963 (p)
New Borden Insurance Agency, Inc. B.J. Borden 410-488-9400 (p)
Renewal Brooke McDonald & Associates Brian Brooke 443-588-0101 (p)
New Century 21/American Patriot Realty Michael Jednorski 410-882-7000
Renewal Dennis M. Robinson Whiteford, Taylor & Preston, LLP 410-347-8797 (p)
Renewal Eastern Savings Bank Darlene Conner 410-661-4412 (p)
Renewal Frost Tour & Travel William Frost 410-682-2313 (p)
Renewal Fullerton Elementary School Susan Biscoe, Principal 410-887-5234 (p)
Renewal J. Lee Gurley & Son, Inc. John Gurley 410-668-9627 (p)
Renewal Madison Square Fed. Savings Bank Barbara Nash 410-488-4800 (p)
Renewal Mary Kay Cosmetics Maria Rosier 410-661-3335 (p)
New Maryland Insurance Administration Molly Rogers 410-468-2024 (p)
Renewal Melvin's Tire & Auto Service, Inc. Joe Melvin 410-661-3900 (p)
Renewal Memory Treasures, Inc. Lynda Polutanovich 410-663-6726 (p)
Renewal Miller Motors Buick Bill Paszynski 410-485-7300 (p)
New Most Inc.Contractor Lorie Keiser 410-668-6678 (p)
Renewal Obrecht-Riehl Properties Robin DeMarco/Susan Obrecht-Riehl 410-769-8300 (p)
Renewal Overlea Lion's Club Bill Frost 410-682-2313 (p)
Renewal Premier Designs Jewelry Julia Bondar 410-592-5221 (p)
New Quick Care Clinic 410-665-6944 (p)
New Taylor Park Apartments Rachael Waters 410-882-0915 (p)
New Wilbur R. Roese, M.D. Michelle Applegate-Harr 410-661-7676 (p)
New Zysk Printing Service, Inc. Carol Zysk 410-882-8009 (p)
31 paid members as of February 5, 2007
Mark your calendars for the biggest event the OFBPA sponsors. Our vendor fair is FREE to the community- is provided to you at a minimal cost for space and is the biggest opportunity for your business to network. We are adding a health care component this year in hopes to draw a bigger crowd. The event will be held at Rosedale Gardens, located next to the Rosedale Fire Hall (8037 Philadelphia Road) approx. 5 minutes from Belair Road. We are at a disadvantage on the Belair Road corridor with not having many halls that can accommodate the type of event we want and the parking we need. Rosedale Gardens has it all- lots of lighted parking, ADA accessibility, one open hall where all vendors can be seen at once and Sterling Caterers will once again provide the food for our event.
We are excited to add a "health fair" component to this event and would like to add a community information session as well. But we need people to chair/take chare of each component.
Here is what we need for the event:
- A prize committee —each vendor will bring a door prize that needs to be numbers upon arrival and put on display. Shopping for a few prizes might be necessary. Need a grand prize idea and a way to get it (can we get it donated? etc.)
- A Greeting Committee- needs 2 people (or a team that can switch off) to greet our guest, have them draw a door prize slip upon and hand out the vendor game card. Will be seated at the entrance to the hall. Can make up vendor cards and prize slips ahead of time.
- Popcorn Machine -Need 1-2 people who would run the popcorn machine ( all pre measured and needs to be put in little bags for the guest- will be free) No clean up involved
- PR Committee —sending out event FYI to our media contacts and community associations weekly for publications (I have all email and fax FYI). May need to run off (OFBPA will pay for) and drop off to community leaders in the Overlea/Rosedale area for meetings.
- Day of Event- someone who can assist the vendors in finding their space
- FYI Information Sessions- contacting approx 6-8 organizations-I have a list started) and asking for their participation. They would have 20 minutes for FYI and then we would change groups. Sessions would be advertised in the flyer for the community.
THIS EVENT IS ALL ABOUT BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TO YOU—THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO HAND OUT AS MANY BUSINESS CARDS/FLYERS/PR ITEMS AS POSSIBLE IN A FEW HOURS, AS WELL AS TO NETWORK WITH EACH OTHER. MARK THE DATE AND PLAN TO ATTEND—SPACES WILL BE LIMITED.
FLYER WILL BE READY BYU OUR FEBRUARY MEETING AND POSTED ON THE WEBSITE THAT WEEK. (or call for a copy).
Note: The Member Corner is your chance to let the business and surrounding community know who you are and what you offer! Taking advantage of it is up to you. As you know we do not have a secretary, so all submissions will be how you give them to me. You want your contact information in there; give it to me in a form I can use.
Apple Insurance Services, Inc. 7512 Harford Rd.
Parkville, MD 21234Angela Heydt, CIC
410.426.9852 Toll Free 800.393.3743Angela Heydt of Apple Insurance Services, Inc. represents Erie Insurance Group. We handle Automobile, Homeowners, Business and Life insurance policies. Erie now has new Homeowner rates and better discounts when you package multiple policies together. I have been in the insurance industry since 1986 and have completed the Certified Insurance Counselor designation. I specialize in Business insurance for plumbing, electrical and home improvement contractors.
Please call for a "no obligation" quote the next time you get your insurance bill and see how much Erie can save you! You can reach me by email: angela@apple4insurance.com or by phone at 410-426-5040.
Madison Square Savings Bank: "We've built a better Madison Square at 5415 Belair Road, right next to the site we've occupied for 50 years. Our beautiful new office provides added conveniences like a drive-thru with Saturday hours. There's no better way to say that we believe in the community and we're here to stay."
Senator Kathy Klausmeier: Week 3 – January 29, 2007
The legislative session is in full swing. The standing committees are having daily briefings and bill hearings. To date 206 Senate bills and 202 House bills have been introduced. More bills are expected before the 90-day session reaches the Senate Bill Introduction Date (February 2) and the House Bill Introduction Date (February 9).
So far this session there are bills to:
- increase emission standards for car
- restore the Chesapeake Bay’s oyster population
- prohibit new ground rents
- freeze tuition for the next academic year for University/College System of MD and Morgan State University
- Phase-in a formula to increase aid to jurisdictions with education costs above the state average
Health Care proposals seek to:
- expand health care coverage for children under the Children’s Health Insurance Program
- require companies to allow parents to insure their dependents up to age 25 on parents’ policies under certain circumstances; and help small businesses provide more affordable insurance for their employees.
As many of you read this week in The Sun legislators participated in a sexual harassment prevention training seminar.
Just a reminder: The application for Senatorial Scholarship can be found on www.kathyforsenate.com
Michael Jednorski Century 21 American Patriot 410.882.7000 MIKE@TEAMJED.COM
LOCAL BUSINESS PROFILE
….GET TO KNOW BUSINESS OWNERS IN OUR COMMUNITY
Michael Jednorski, owner of Century 21 American Patriot Realty was born and raised here in Overlea. In fact, he and his wife Kelly reside in Overlea where they are raising their four children.
Mike attended St. Michael's Elementary, Archbishop Curley High School and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from Virginia Tech. He has been in the real estate business for 20-years and has owned Century 21 American Patriot Realty for nearly 7 years.
Mike's business was built by educating people on the buying and selling of one of their prized assets, their home. It's a job that he does not take lightly. If you look into the huge binder of "thank you" letters on Mike's desk, you'll realize the sort of dedication and commitment that goes into his work. This dedication and commitment has also been noticed and rewarded by Century 21, who honored Mike with The Centurion Award. It's the highest award given by Century 21.
As a local business owner and resident, Mike supports The Overlea Community Association and looks forward to seeing the Overlea community prosper. He and his wife Kelly also support Autism Awareness, which is a concern very near and dear to their hearts.
Century 21 American Patriot Realty is a full service business which also includes mortgage and title services.
Obrecht-Riehl Properties(ASA Agent Belair Fowler LLC) Robin DeMarco/Susan Obrecht-Riehl
410-769-8300 (p) 6500 F Suite 100 Falls Road Baltimore, MD 21209 rdemarco3@aol.com
Signage installation is set for February 8th! It’s going to look GREAT! Tentatively we have a new tenant moving it that I think all the ladies will love! Can’t say more until all t’s are crossed and I’s are dotted…
Beltway Plaza: David S. Brown Enterprises, LTD Arthur Adler 410-363-3434 (p) 100 Painters Mill Road # 900 Owings Mills, MD 21117
M& T Bank will be taking center space at the shopping center. Subway is expanding and Rita’s Italian Ice is coming soon. Will keep you posted on other updates!
Bob Marousek, Mortgage Consultant Green Pastures Mortgage & Finance Company, LLC
(410) BOB-LOAN Cell 4102625626@vtext.com Send-A-Text www.BOB-LOAN.com Online
1. New Location - We have moved to Heaver Plaza in Lutherville, MD.
Our new address is 1301 York Road, Suite 103, Lutherville, MD 21093. We are just north of the Beltway (695).
2. Real Estate Sales Market - Clearly, no longer are we in a "Seller's Market". This is great if you are a buyer. More houses to choose from and more flexibility with sellers.
3. Credit Analyzer Program - Do you want to improve your credit score? With our Credit Analyzer Program, we can tell you how to do so. We offer this as a free service, so give us a call.
4. We are on the radio - Every Saturday from 10 am - Noon, we host the Green Pastures Radio Show on 680 WCBM. Out topics include Mortgage Products, Credit Reports, Real Estate Titles, Financial Planning, etc.
5. Stop the Junk & Identity Theft - A recent report stated that the #1 cause of identity theft is "Pre-Approved Credit Offers". I am sure you receive these solicitations on a regular basis. You can stop a lot of the junk mail by "Opting-Out". Just call 888-567-8688. It takes just a few minutes and it is a great way to protect your credit. Also, if you have not done so, be sure to add your number to the "Do-No-Call" list by calling 888-382-1222 (don't forget your cell!)
6. Sign Up for Credit Monitoring - I encourage everyone I know to sign up for credit monitoring through Equifax.com, Experian.com and Transunion.com.
7. Invest in a Home Warranty - For about a $1 per day, you can have peace of mind knowing that many of the common headaches for homeowners are covered by a Home Warranty Plan. An if they cannot repair the item, most warranty plans will pay for a new replacement
'007 Unique Programs - You may know someone who needs one of the following:
1. No Monthly Payment with Reverse Mortgages 2. POWER OPTION ARM 1.25%
3. My Community 100% 4. New Construction Purchase Program -
5. FIXED Rate H.E.L.O.C.s - A Home Equity Line of Credit 6. 100% Investment Property Financing
7. No Ratio, No Problem
Event:
St. Michael the Archangel School to host Outback Steakhouse Family NightDate:
February 19, 2007Day of Week: Sunday
Time: Seating Times – 5:00 PM & 6:00 PM
Location: St. Michael the Archangel, Overlea, 10 Willow Avenue
St. Michael’s Home & School Association invites you to join them for Family Night with Outback Steakhouse in their school gym. Seating times are 5:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Menu includes sirloin steak, chicken breast, Caesar salad, rice pilaf, and honey wheat bread. Dessert, soda, coffee, and tea will be provided by the Home & School Association. Tickets are $10 for adults; $5 for children 10 and under. Forms are available by contacting the Development Office at 410-665-1054, x125 or
csibiski@smoverlea.org.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY AT GARDENVILLE BUSINESS CENTER
The Frankford Improvement Association has the opportunity to work with the developer of the Gardenville Business Center at Frankford Avenue and Belair Road to upgrade this shopping center. The developer intends to build a 6000 square foot building in the southeast corner of the shopping center that borders the St. Anthony’s of Padua Church’s property and Frankford Avenue. The developer is willing to lease the entire space to one business or subdivide it into smaller shops. The community is interested in finding an entrepreneur who would be interested in opening a restaurant with table service, a coffee shop, or possibly an ice cream shop at this location. If you would like more information about or are interested in this business opportunity please contact Mary Clare or Frank Simon at sparkssimon@juno.com.
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FREE Home Buyers Seminar presented by Perfect Home Consultants
of Long & Foster Real Estate/White Marsh at the Perry Hall Library Meeting Room
on March 31, 2007 from noon to 1:30PM Learn the right way to buy a home today. Call 410-931-6300 to reserve your spot. Seating is limited.
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Phone:
410-887-5310 Address: 8532 Old Harford Road Baltimore, Maryland 21234 E-mail: pc8info@co.ba.md.usThe link for the Precinct 8 website: http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/police/pc08/index.html
Information links for the following are all listed on the website. Business Patrol Initiatives, Citizens on Patrol, Community Associations, Community Outreach, Domestic Violence, History, Meetings and Events, Police Community Relations Council, Precinct 08 JOINS School Resource Officers, Traffic Team, Police Precinct and Specialized Units and Crime Statistics.
Event: Overlea/Fullerton Citizens on Patrol Bull & Oyster Roast Date: February 24, 2007
Day of Week: Saturday
Time: 7 PM – 12 AM
Location: Heritage Parkville Gardens (in the Parkville Shopping Center) 7631 Harford Rd.
Enjoy and evening of music, good food, games, and prizes. Games will include a money wheel, a plant wheel, and a 50/50 raffle. The menu will include: pit beef, country ham, smoked turkey, oyster fritters, raw oysters, sausage w/ onions & peppers, kielbasa & sauerkraut, Italian meat balls & sauce, macaroni & cheese, potato salad, cole slaw, pasta salad, baked pasta, soup, deli tray, cheese cubes & pepperoni, vegetables w/ dip, crackers, rolls, white bread, rye bread, sheet cake, beer, coffee, tea, & soda. Tickets are $27 each. For the location of the event, tickets, & more information contact Mike Grandel at 410-665-6586, Email at bullroast@overleacop.org.
Overlea Fullerton Business & Professional Association
Membership Application
c/o Eastern Savings Bank
7927 Belair Road Nottingham, MD. 21236
www.ofbpa.com
Check Date: ___/___/ 2007 Check # _______ Received by OFBPA: ___/___/______
Company Name: _______________________________________________________________
Contact Person:
________________________________________________________________
Address:
______________________________________________________________________
City: _____________________________ State: ______________ Zip Code: _______________
Phone: __________________ Fax: ____________________ Other: ______________________
E-Mail: _______________________________________________________________________
Web Site: _____________________________________________________________________
Please enclose 2 business cards if possible.
The above will be reference for monthly bulletins and all correspondence. If there are additional persons or addresses that need to be notified, please provide us with that information as well.
Please provide us with a brief description of your business or organization and the products/services you provide.
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Annual Dues: $50.00 per business/individual/organization. Membership dues should be sent to
Eastern Savings Bank
7927 Belair Road Nottingham, MD. 21236
Attn: Darlene Conner, Treasurer
Make your check payable to
: OFBPA. Please keep a copy for your records.Networking with the OFBPA has become a valuable resource for our members. As a member, the visibility and involvement in the community are reasons why our membership continues to grow.
Member Benefits:
- Free listing in the Business Directory & Community Guide 2007
- Free Website listing
- Access to bulk mail discounts
- Discount fee for the Spring Fair
- Host opportunities for monthly meetings
- Monthly Bulletin – Business event listing
- Member speakers are always welcome at out monthly meetings-ask to be on the agenda
(Each member receive a "new member" welcome binder" or folder (renewals)
with updated docs and a business card page. If you would like us to include
your business card in every new member packet, please drop off 100 business
cards to any officer or board member or bring to monthly meeting.)
The OFBPA thanks you for your support!
Welcome from your 2007 Board of Directors!