March 2007

Mission Statement:” Bringing Business and the Community Together”…..
 To provide a networking opportunity for all businesses
 To promote open communication and support to all business and community leaders
 To be a resource for information generated from County, City and State levels that have a direct Impact on our Business Community
President’s Message:

Do you have a vision for Overlea Fullerton? Well the SHA Rte 1 task force and the Advisory Group for the Overlea Fullerton Community Plan do and they are asking for business input. As your president I sit on both committees and it’s been exciting to see the evolvement of what the business and community wants Overlea-Fullerton to look like a few years from now.
Interested in bringing back a walking community complete with retail stores, more parking, calmer traffic and a place to be proud of? As president I will be hosting a meeting with just the business/property owners and management companies on March 23rd at 11:00 am at Buck Fowler’s Tavern. We will meet in the deck room. If you are operating a business on the Belair Road corridor, your input is needed. The concept phase is nearly completed, but as we are now seeing the plans and drawings from the SHA, the project has taken on a reality aspect. There are issues that need to be addresses by the businesses. After all, you are the front page to the community in your back door, and only with your input and support can your livelihood be protected. We really want folks to . Thanks to Buck Fowler’s, Thermo Sash, David S. Brown, Belair Fowler LLC, Miller- Dippel Funeral Home, The Natural History Society of MD, and Melvin’s Tire & Auto who attended a sub-committee meeting this past week. Their input is crucial, as is yours. So please mark the calendar and plan to attend. All updates are posted on out website at www.ofbpa.com

Mark your calendars for the biggest event the OFBPA sponsors- The Spring Business & Health Fair. Event will be held on Tuesday, April 24th from 2:00- 7:00 pm. Our event is FREE to the community and is the biggest opportunity for your business to network. We are adding a health care component this year. The event will be held at Rosedale Gardens, located next to the Rosedale Fire Hall (8037 Philadelphia Road) approx. 5 minutes from Belair Road. Sterling Caterers will once again provide the food for our event. Cost is $35 to members and $60 to non-members. Spaces are limited to 40. We ask all businesses to post a flyer in their window to help us promote the event.

For all events and for membership forms visit our website at. www.ofbpa.com. Or contact Patty at 410-444-5555 or Donna at 410-665-6551.

See you at the general meeting on March 21st at 7:30 AM at Taylor Park Apartments.

Donna Bethke, President


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
rwaters@tristarmgt.com (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).
AGENDA: Donna will bring the businesses up to speed with drawings given to us by the SHA at the 2/21/07 meeting. Preliminary designs and road change recommendations based on input received by the task force and sub-committee work over the past few months. Areas reviewed were: “Main Street” Overlea; Taylor Avenue/Fullerton Avenue; Henry/Thorncliff Avenues and the Community “Gateway” from the Beltway south. Proposed design includes the entire corridor with field surveys, mapping, utilities, right-of-way, left turn lanes, drainage, ADA sidewalks, decorative paving, fencing, retaining walls, community signing and tree planting. The plan looks great and the SHA has done an awesome job of presenting this in a user friendly manner. However, traffic calming, narrowing and widening of the lanes at different points of the corridor may not be the best solution. The businesses need to voice their opinions. YOU SEE what’s happening on Belair Road everyday. I ENCOURAGE YOU TO ATTEND this meeting or the one I am holding for just the businesses on March 23rd. Your input is sorely needed. Below is a sample of two of the drawings given us to us by the state. Entire proposal will be at each meeting.


Monthly Meeting- April 18th 4::30 -6:00 PM

Brightview Assisted Living Nancy Tauschman 410-668-1588 (p)
8100 Rossville Boulevard (21236) ntauschman@bright-view.com

2007 Meeting Calendar:
May 16th 7:30 am Eastern Savings Bank June 13th 7:30 am
July 18th 4:30 PM Ice Cream Social (The Meadows –to be confirmed)
August 15th 7:30 am September 19th 7:30 am October 17th 7:30 am
November 14th 4:30 pm (last meeting of the year)

If you can host a meeting this year, please contact Rachael Waters at 410-882-0915.

Minutes: February 21, 2007: (to be approved at the March meeting)
Officers and Executive Board in attendance: Donna Bethke, Darlene Conner, Cathy Kratovil, Kim Durham., & Rachael Waters
Welcome & Introductions :Special Visitors –White Marsh Police Precinct- Lt. Mike Balog; Parkville Police Precinct- Capt. Jon Trentzsch, Officer Matt Denny, Officer Ed Bornman and Times Herald- Cheryl Keffer-
Reports _
Presidents- (1) Missed Perry Hall Print & Copy in my President’s Message. Sent edited copy to Marty for website. (2) Rhorbaugh’s issue (3) Aberdeen Iron Birds (4) Ed Damaio-damaeste.editor@yahoo.com??? (5) ReDiscover questionnaire/responses (6) Chesley Place/Chuckle’s issue (7) Will be attending the SHA taskforce meeting tonight 6:30 Rosedale Library (8) CRAG Grant update (9) AC Trip
Membership Report-42 members as of 2/20/07
Minutes – see below Motion to approve Kim 1st Rachael 2nd approved
Treasurer’s Report-Income $2134.00 Debits $1866.76 Ending Balance $6,048.81 Linda_1st Rachael 2nd approved
Website Updates- 2 new pages added- Calendar Page and Remind Me page
Welcome Chair- binder/folders handed out to members present
Hospitality Chair-still need host for meetings
Correspondence: Chamber of Commerce events; Letter from Senator Klausmeier; 1st Tuesday Networking event; Linover newsletter; Bob Marousek newsletter, HARBEL newsletter
Old Business/New Business-New- Lion’s Club request; Multi-Vendor Bingo –trying for Great Occasions 10/12/07—waiting for price.
Spring Fair: Health Fair component almost completed; Nixing the information sessions-no response from anyone; Will work on flyer this weekend and finalize event; Rosedale Gardens- final pricing; Committees Needed- Prize Committee/Greeting Committee/ Popcorn Machine/ PR Committee/ Health Fair Coordinator
OTHER - Who has something to share? Upcoming events? Ideas/Suggestions
Next Meeting: March 21st 7:30 am Taylor Park Apartments
Wrap Up- Motion to Adjourn

Minutes: January 17, 2007- APPROVED 2/21//07
Officers and Executive Board in attendance: Donna Bethke, Patty Zimmerman, Darlene Conner, Cathy Kratovil, Kim Durham., & Rachael Waters
Reports _President’s- (1) State of the Organization- for the first time we are at a comfortable financial state since the new board took over in 2005. It’s a nice feeling. (2) Shopping Center Update- M&T Bank is coming to the center pad. Subway is expanding into the new addition and Rita’s Italian Ice is coming! Since we have no secretary and no consistent member attendance to take minutes, the president’s agenda will suffice. I will update any votes taken and place next to agenda item. Approved by the membership.
VP-Membership Report- 97 members as of 12/15. Most members in history of this organization.
Minutes – Nov. general meeting and Nov. board of director’s meeting- Kim 1st, Lynda 2nd approved
Treasurer’s Report- Budget will be posted in Feb. newsletter and approved at Feb meeting.
Website Update- Marty reported that he’s added 2 new pages to the website. A calendar which list events- click on the link and all details listed. Also a reminder page- you key in what you want own personal stuff.
Directory- FATA check was received in December for $783.38.
Welcome- Cathy- all binder will be delivered to that not in attendance. New colors for certificates
Hospitality Chair—looking for meeting sites for 2007. Contact Rachael
PR –no report- Barbara on vacation
Correspondence: Linover newsletter, FSH TY note, BCOED- In Case of Emergency, Joe Bartenfelder, SHA, SHATask Force, FSH, BCOED, Laurie Hay
Member & Guest Speakers: Guest-Heidi Norris- Fullerton Self Storage
Old Business: Tree Lighting- thanks to Bud Herb, Jeff Stintz, Patty, Lalita, Rachael, my husband Al, Rosedale Vol. Fire Dept., Balto. Co. Police, Sipple Electric.; 2007 Calendar-still firming up dates; AC bus trip- February 24th –Cost $27 Showboat Casino $17/$5 food; Spring Vendor & Health Fair- Tuesday, April 24th 2:00-7:00 PM; Seminars—no interest to date; Guest Speakers- networking-will contact some folks members recommended; Back –to-School Movie Day- August?; Community Night –Chuckles bar & Grill on September 21st- Auction Night –will need donations- Adding Poker Run—need 5 businesses open from 12 noon- 9:00 pm; Looking to donate proceeds; Multi-Vendor bingo- waiting to confirm October 12th with hall; Tree Lighting- December 2nd 5:30- 7:00 pm; Storage Facility and file cabinet- to pricey to rent space. Still looking;

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



FLYERS and forms are on the last pages of the newsletter.
PLEASE POST THE FAIR FLYER and if possible make copies to put in your lobbies.
WE ARE STILL NEED OF HELP:
1) 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.)
2) 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.
3) 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
4) 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.
5) Day of Event- someone who can assist the vendors in finding their space
Thanks to Bill Frost of Frost Travel & Tours for donating the bags needed for our “goodie bags” for each guest. Also thanks to Linda Stark (Tastefully Simple) for coordinating the items need for the bags.


Welcome Membership 2007

Renewal A-1 Bill & Earl's Auto, Inc. Earl Specher, Jr. or Marty 410-668-4100 (p)
New Accounting Outsource, Inc. Richard Beil 410-882-8485 (p)
Renewal Ace Web Hosting & Design Marty Schorr 410-374-9188 (p)
Renewal Adecco Employment Services Sharon Kozlowski 410-931-4009 (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 Brightview Assisted Living Nancy Tauschman 410-668-1588 (p)
Renewal Brooke McDonald & Associates Brian Brooke 443-588-0101 (p)
Renewal Casper G. Sippel, Inc. William H. Doyle 410-668-3910 (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 Edward Jones Investments Steve Reed 410-663-2715 (p)
Renewal Franklin Square Hospital Center Kristi Rasmussen 443-777-7454 (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 Kent W. Neibaur Anne Neibaur 410-668-2452 (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 McCloskey Group, LLC Brian McCloskey 410-661-4110 (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)
Renewal Robert Karl Fritzsche AIA-Architect Robert Fritzsche 410-665-4135 (p)
Renewal Senator Kathy Klausmeier 410-256-1353 (p)
Renewal Slavie Federal Savings Bank Patty Zimmermann 410-444-5555 (p)
Renewal St. Michael the Archangel School Corinna Sibiski 410-665-1054 (p)
New Taylor Park Apartments Rachael Waters 410-882-0915 (p)
New The Artist Corner Jessica Vittek 410-665-4633 (p)
Renewal Visuals Graphic Design Cathy Kratovil 443-520-7179 (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)

47 paid members as of March 9, 2007
Remember that discounted spaces at the fair are offered to those with paid membership for 2007.


Too much information
New electronic discovery rules could have lawyers, clients grappling with 'metadata'
Baltimore Business Journal - February 23, 2007
The days are long gone when tech gurus and legal eagles could limit their interaction to a quick "hey" in the hallway.
Thanks to a little something called electronic discovery, "corporate legal departments really need to have an understanding of what the IT department is doing," said Dennis M. Robinson Jr., an associate at Whiteford, Taylor & Preston. He serves on the Baltimore-based firm's electronic discovery committee. Robinson is one of many Baltimore lawyers trying to get a feel for precisely how life will be different thanks to changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, mandates governing the search and retrieval of e-mails, instant messages and other fast-growing forms of digital communication.
The changes, which took effect Dec. 1, are intended to clarify how a responsibility to preserve and gather information for litigation applies to electronically stored data. Courts across the country have been left to decide how they will weigh in on the changes. The U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland decided to have a joint bar-court task force chart that course, with a series of meetings that kicked off in the fall. The committee was headed up by Magistrate Judge Paul W. Grimm and included a diverse group of lawyers and technical consultants. The result of their work -- a 28-page "Suggested Protocol for Discovery of Electronically Stored Information" -- was posted this month on the court's Web site.
It is not something the court has adopted. But lawyers would do well to familiarize themselves with the document. "It is not 'thou shalt.' " Grimm said. "It's more along the lines of: 'It would be a good idea to think through the following issues.'" Grimm said the committee will examine feedback and may periodically revise the suggested protocol for maybe a year, maybe 18 months, maybe longer. The timing will depend on when the committee has enough information for the court to determine whether to adopt official guidelines or decide that the system is functioning just fine as is.
"This court has taken what I think is a thoughtful approach," Grimm said. "We're not cramming anything down everyone's throats. Instead we are working through this."….
Complete article can be found at: Too much information - Baltimore Business Journal: Page 1 of 3
http://baltimore.bizjournals.com/baltimore/stories/2007/02/26/focus1.html?t=printable 2/23/2007


Amer's Cafe is in the March issue of "Everyday with Rachael Ray" page 22,
Heading "Will work for food." The only one in the state of Maryland!
Do I sound proud? You bet I am. Gretchen Amer Restaurant www.amerscafe.com


Periodic Update: Ground Rent

Ground rent abuse is a serious problem in our region. At best the ground rent system is antiquated. At worst, it can be a crafty tool used to evict homeowners from their property. Below are six bills that I co-sponsored to help address this problem:

1. House Bill 452 is designed to create a process by which an irredeemable ground rent could be redeemed unless the owner records a notice of intention to preserve the lease before December 31, 2010, and records a renewal notice once every ten years thereafter.

2. House Bill 458 will allow an investor who owns a ground rent on an abandoned, city-owned property in Baltimore to a collect a maximum of 3 years past due rent, and prohibit that investor from being reimbursed for fees and costs associated with filming an action for collecting past due rent.
3. HB 463 would replace the practice of ejecting homeowners for late or non-payment of ground rent with a court-supervised lien process, and create a $500 cap on fees and costs that can be assessed to a delinquent homeowner.
4. The intent of House Bill 489 is to facilitate easier redemption of ground rents by repealing the waiting period for a tenant to redeem a ground rent and requiring a ground rent owner to give the homeowner a chance to redeem a rent before selling it to a third party.
5. HB 502 will require ground rent owners to mail a bill to the homeowner at least 60 days before the rent is due, and to provide the homeowner written notice of penalties for failure to pay rent.
6. Finally, House Bill 580 will reduce to 3 years the time after which a ground rent expires if no demand for payment is made, and instruct the Department of Assessments and Taxation to create an on-line registry of properties subject to ground rent.

I am committed to supporting all legislation on ground rent in order to reduce the abuse. Should you have any thoughts, I welcome them. Thank you, Delegate Todd Schuler Todd.Schuler@house.state.md.us




Ms. Bethke:

It was a pleasure to speak with you in regards to your inquiry on commercial code violations.
Enclosed is a list of common violations encountered at Code Enforcement.

* Overflowing dumpsters * Dumpsters in the front or side property * Broken signs
* Graffiti * Tall grass and weeds * Trash and debris
* Tractor trailers parking overnight in a shopping center parking lot on a routine and consistent basis
* Broken windows * Junk/ Abandon cars

Any questions or concerns please don't hesitate to contact me or Mr. Thompson
Kind regards, Jerry Chen
Code Enforcement and Inspections 410-887-3351


I would like to extend an invitation for you to participate in the Annual Academy of Finance Student Conference. The conference is scheduled for Friday, April 27th at the Community College of Baltimore County, Catonsville Campus from 8 am until 2 pm we need your help to ensure that this will be an excellent opportunity for the Academy of Finance Students to learn from professionals in the workforce. We need volunteers to participate in the following areas:
· Mock Interviewers - students will learn how to improve their interview skills
· Presentations on resume writing - how to prepare a resume
· Seminar(s) on how to save money - how to pay yourself by saving
· Seminar(s) on how to select a college - choosing a college can a difficult decision
· Presentations on how to invest money - How to research investment tools.
· Seminars on career development - the types of careers related to business
· Seminars on Identity Theft - how to protect your personal information
· Presentation of how to play the stock market - what is the stock market~how does work

The participants for this year's conference are the 10th & 11th grade AOF Students. The idea is to expose students to a conference setting and provide a variety of important topics and strengthen their business skills.
**** Other topic ideas that maybe helpful/useful to students ARE WELCOMED ***
This could be a Great Way to Network!!!! Please let me know if you have any questions.
Contact: Erik F. Grooms, Director Academy of Finance Program Baltimore County Public Schools Lansdowne Office 410.887.1421 Email: egrooms@bcps.org
Commercial Revitalization Programs
Businesses in the 13 designated districts are eligible for loans and other assistance to encourage investment in these established communities. Businesses must be within a district and contact Commercial Revitalization prior in order to apply for assistance.
Architect-On-Call Download form
Architect-On-Call offers up to ten free hours of professional architectural design services to businesses improving the exteriors of their buildings. After an initial site visit and meeting, the architect prepares a digital rendering of the building with design recommendations and a rough cost estimate. The service is free when improvements are certified as complete.
Building Investment Loans Download form
Business Improvement Loan Program provides interest-free loans for business improvements. (read more)
 Eligible exterior improvements include windows, facade replacement, siding, and painting.
 Eligible site improvements include landscaping, signage, lighting, and parking lot improvements.
 Eligible interior improvements include painting, flooring, drywall, plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, and store fixtures.
Baltimore County Small Business Loan Partnership
This fund provides real estate, fixed-asset and working capital loans through a partnership between Baltimore County and the area's leading financial institutions. (read more)
Baltimore County Business Growth Loans
In Commercial Revitalization Districts, this fund is primarily used to assist significant redevelopment projects. The maximum loan amount is $250,000 and can be used for the acquisition and improvement of land, buildings, and equipment, including new construction and the renovation of existing facilities. Terms and interest rates are based upon the economic impact of the project.
Commercial Revitalization Tax Credit
For larger projects, this benefit provides a five-year real property tax credit if physical improvements increase the assessed property value by $50,000 or more. A ten-year credit is available if improvement costs exceed $10,000,000.
Maryland's Neighborhood Business Development Program
This state program provides loans from $25,000 - $500,000 for pre-development, development and start-up costs. Loans have flexible interest rates and terms.
Revitalization Advantage program offers a ¼ percent discounts off standard interest rates to qualifying businesses looking to refurbish or develop commercial property or finance equipment purchases in Baltimore County's 13 commercial Revitalization Districts. (read more)
Contact us about Commercial Revitalization at businesshelp@co.ba.md.us Or call 410-887-8000
OVERLEA FULLERTON BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION
7406 Brookwood Avenue Nottingham, MD 21236
Phone: 410-665-6551 Fax: 410-882-5194 Website: www.ofbpa.com
“Bringing Business and the Community Together”
OFPBA SPRING 2007
COMMUNITY/MERCHANT FAIR
Tuesday, April 24th
2:00 – 7:00 PM

Company Name: _____________________________________________________

Contact (s): _________________________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________

City/State: ______________________ Zip:___________ Phone: _____________

Fax:_______________EMAIL:_______________________ (can attach business card)

One door prize* is required as part of your table fee. ( If your business or organization does not offer items suitable for a door prize we appreciate gift certificates form local restaurants, fast food book of coupons, movie passes etc. Please, nothing live or perishable! Item to be donated:
________________________________________________________________________
(*Door Prize w/attached businesses card must be at Prize Center
no later than 1:30 PM or dropped off to prior to the show)

____ I have enclosed a check made out to OFBPA for _______ for ____(#) of spaces.
Cost: $35 for OFBPA members/ $60 non-members

____ I need an electrical outlet
The following individuals will set up and work our table:

1. _______________ 2. ___________________ 3. ____________________

Can not attend? We would appreciate any door prizes. Please follow above
instructions and contact Donna @ 410-665-6551

Send completed registration form with your check made payable to OFBPA: Donna Bethke 7406 Brookwood Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21236.
You may fax your form to hold your spot to Donna at 410-882-5194,
but only once payment has arrived is it confirmed!
DEADLINE IS April 16th




OVERLEA FULLERTON BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION
7406 Brookwood Avenue Nottingham, MD 21236
Phone: 410-665-6551 Fax: 410-882-5194 Website: www.ofbpa.com
“Bringing Business and the Community Together”
March 5, 2007
To all Community Leader/Business Owner,

The Overlea Fullerton Business & Professional Association cordially invites you to exhibit at the 6th Annual OFBPA Spring Health & Business Fair. Event will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2007 from 2:00 - 7:00 PM at Rosedale Gardens located at 8037 Philadelphia Road. As part of our efforts to attract and keep small businesses in the Northeast Baltimore County/Overlea Fullerton areas, OFBPA sponsors a low-cost show for area businesses and organizations. This event provides a forum in which to showcase your products and services, as well promote community awareness. This event is free to the community.

OFBPA handles the show details including advertising and promotion. We will have a pull out flyer in the Pennysaver which will be delivered to approximately 25,000 homes in the Overlea-Fullerton and Rosedale areas. Additional advertising is sent to the local papers and community organizations as well. All you need to do is register as an Exhibitor and let us do the rest. We will provide you with a colorful sign to post in your business window and encourage you to make copies to hand out to your clients. We will be giving away a nice “grand prize”, provide entertainment, and free food will be provided by Sterling Caterers.

Exhibitor Details:
A) AREA/SPACE: A 6 foot covered table and two chairs. Electrical outlets are available upon request. Space assignments will be made as payment arrives. If you wish to be next to another exhibitor, please indicate on form.
B) BE THERE/SET-UP: The hall will be open at 1:00 for set-up. Exhibits will be open to the public beginning at 2:00 PM. We ask that every booth be set up and manned no later than 1:45 PM.
C) COST: The cost per exhibit space is $35.00 for all OFBPA members and $60.00 for all non- members and a minimum of one door prize.(Note: Membership form is enclosed and $85 would include membership, exhibit space, as well as monthly newsletter, free breakfast, and one year listing on Website-WHAT A DEAL!)
D) DOOR PRIZE: Your door prize is used for both children and adult guests who attend the fair. A door prize does NOT include a discount coupon off a product or service. Please feel free to conduct any drawings or give-a-ways at your individual table. We know this is a great way to get contacts for follow-up. We want to attract as many community members as possible, so we keep our table rental low as to include your donation. This encourages fun and participation. Please attach a business card.
E) EXHIBITOR CARD: We will provide each guest with a “Vendor Visitor” card. This card will have numbered blocks on it. Each vendor will be assigned a number. When a guest stops by you will be asked to initial or stamp your block. (Bring your logo stamp if you have one).This encourages all guests to visit each table. Upon “filling” their card they will place it in a box for special door prize drawings and the grand prize drawing.
F) FOOD: Sodas and snacks will be available for the entire event. An exhibitor “badge” or your company name tag/shirt is required. Sterling Caterers will showcase their food from 5:00- 7:00 PM.
G) GIFT CERTIFICATE: Every vendor who participates, is set up on time and has donated a door prize
will be entered into a drawing for a gift certificate from a local restaurant.
DEADLINE:
Registration for this fun filled event is Monday April 16, 2007
First pay, first served. Total of 40 spaces available. MAKE COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS
For more information please contact:
Donna Bethke, chair at 410-665-6551(h) 410-882-5194 (fax), PTAVON@comcast.net.



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.
_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

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!