• 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

Welcome to Amanda Barnes and her staff as the new owners of Overlea Station (formerly Chuckle’s) in Overlea. Stop by and see the new crew and the new menu. They are located at 6900 Belair Road and Overlea Avenue.

Our membership runs from January to December each year. If you have not paid your dues, please do. We have "grayed" out on the website all those who have not renewed to date and will drop them from the website at the end of this month. So keep your name forefront by renewing your membership.

The CZMP Process continues…Thanks to all the businesses that attended and spoke from the heart about their businesses, their longevity in the community and their willingness to work with the community. However of the 12 businesses who spoke at the hearing no one is in favor of the down-zoning of their property and the flexibility it would take away from them for future plans for possible expansion, let alone the effect it will have on the value of their properties. Written comments from those who could not attend the hearing in March, should be sent to the Planning Board ( see the 15 member list on the website + one copy to Councilman Joe Bartenfelder- 6th District 7856 Belair Road Nottingham, MD 2123 or bccdistrict6@comcast.net) by April 23^rd. The Planning Board work session for the 6^th district is on April 24^th. There will be a hearing held by Council Joe Bartenfelder on June 10th at 7:00 pm at Overlea High School. You will NOT get a letter/invite to this forum. Please note that you must list 6-042 as your referral code. You may call the Office of Planning at 410-887-3480 or go to www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/czmp.

Look for the collection jars located in over 30 businesses in our area. The Fullerton Fireworks needs your donations to help make this a successful event. We are still looking for businesses to put jars on their counters. Please contact Donna at 410-665-6551.

What is the "Rental Registration Program"? All buildings or a portion of a building that contain one to six dwelling units intended or designated as rental units must register and be licensed with Baltimore County on or before July 1, 2008. See details in newsletter. Deadlines: You must register and be licensed on or before July 1, 2008.

Everyone is invited to the OFBPA Monthly Meeting will be held on M April 16^th at 4:30pm meeting at Taylor Park Apartments Leasing Office 35C Mopec Circle ( 21236) 410-882-0915. Guest speaker will by Naomi Benyowitz, Executive Director HARBEL Community Organization

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

April 16^th OFBPA Monthly Meeting 4:30pm meeting

April 23^rd Comprehensive Zoning Map Process –all written comments due to the Planning Board-

They have their work session on 4/24 and recommendations then go to the Co. Council

Lassahn Funeral Home　 7401 Belair Road (21236)　410-665-2000 7401

November 3^rd M & T Seminar & Networking Social 4:30-6:30 PM

If you can host a meeting this year, please contact Rachael Waters at 410-882-0915. or rwaters@tristarmgt.com

President Donna Bethke (410) 665-6551 Vice President Brian Peller 443-632-6084

Treasurer Darlene Conner (410) 661-4412 Public Relations Angela Heydt 410-256-5800 Welcome Chair Cathy Kratovil 443-520-7179 Hospitality Rachael Waters 410-882-0915

Directory Chair Kimberly Durham (888) 887-9297 ex. 41506 Secretary- vacant

Members at Large- Pat Zimmerman 410-444-5555; Erik Skarda 410-529-7820 (p)

HAVING/HADA SPECIAL　We are looking for businesses in our area that have been in the area for 50+ years to feature in this year’s publication of the OFBPA Business and Community Guide. 　If your business is rich in longevity and history, making Overlea Fullerton a desirable place to live and work, we want to "brag" on you! Contact Donna at ptavon@comcast.com.Deadline is May 1^st

Membership 2008

New/2008 ABC Gutters, Inc. Tom Vamos 410-663-3222 (p)

New Apple Insurance Services, Inc. Angela Heydt 410-256-5800 (p)

Thanks to all the businesses that attended and spoke from the heart about their businesses, their longevity in the community and their willingness to work with the community. However of the 12 businesses who spoke at the hearing no one is in favor of the down-zoning of their property and the flexibility it would take away from them for future plans and expansion, let alone the value of their property. Written comments from those who could not attend the hearing in March, should be sent to the Planning Board ( see the 15 member list on the website + one copy to Councilman Joe Bartenfelder- 6th District 7856 Belair Road Nottingham, MD 2123 or bccdistrict6@comcast.net) by April 23^rd. The Planning Board work session for the 6^th district is on April 24^th. They will review all comments and make their recommendations to the County Council. There will be a hearing held by Council Joe Bartenfelder on June 10th at 7:00 pm at Overlea High School. You will NOT get a letter/invite to this forum. It will only be advertised on the website and in the local papers. You may also send written comments to" Baltimore County Office of Planning Attention Coordinator, 208 CZMP 401 Bosley Avenue Suite 406 Towson, MD 21204. Please note that you must list 6-042 as your referral code. You may call the Office of Planning at 410-887-3480 or go to www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/czmp. .

We still need approx. 20 more businesses to take a collection jar along the Belair Road and Kenwood Avenue corridors. The jars are ready to go…. Pleasers contact Donna at 410-665-6551 or ptavon@comcast.net .Thanks to Peter Tan of EmbroidME for his help in getting them dropped off and to all the businesses who are partnering with us to make this a huge success.

MATCH what is collected! Totals will be given back to everyone once the jars are collected—as soon as all are distributed your will receive a letter from me on when that will be in June.

We have tickets for the bull roast on hand; Raffle tickets for a 3 day 2 night weekend in Ocean City this fall, including $150 in spending cash and $75 for dinner on the water. Drawing will be at the bull roast. Cost is $5 for a book of 6 raffle tickets and $5 BLUE TICKET RAFFLE –Top prize $2,000　 PLUS 2-　$500 winners and 9- $50 winners

I will have all tickets and Passport Plus books available here at my house and will bring to the OFBPA meeting.

There is an application for a state licensed medical facility asking for a special exception and variance for 8234 Belair Road.　 I believe, based on an　article in the paper, that　this is a methadone treatment facility. SEE ATTACHMENT! (Thanks to Bud Herb for forwarding this to us and to Councilman Bartenfelder for giving us the hearing FYI).

This facility is across from BJ’s and shares a drive way with the McQuade’s who resident and business (Value Tractor) is on this same land tract. The McQuade’s have minor children still living at home. The clinic is asking for a variance that would allow a state licensed medical clinic to be located with 86’ for a residentially zoned property in lieu of the 750’ required. This was discussed at the March meeting and the membership feels that this is not a good fit for our community and is not in favor of the variance request. The surrounding community associations are also not in favor. A letter to the zoning board will be sent. If you have any thoughts on this you may send your comments to the Baltimore County Office Building, Room 111, at 111 West Chesapeake Avenue, Towson, MD 21204 or attend the hearing at above address (Room 106) on 4/8 at 9:00 am.

On December 19, 2007 the Baltimore County Council passed Bill 87-07 requiring that all buildings or a portion of a building that contain one to six dwelling units, intended, or designed to be rented, leased, let or be hired out to be occupied for living purposes be registered and licensed with Baltimore County.

Purpose -　To establish a licensing program in the county in order to create an additional procedure for the enforcement of county codes and regulations to protect and to promote public safety, health and welfare.

This program is a County Council initiative that started as a pilot program in certain neighborhoods and has grown, by vote of the Council, to cover the entire County on February 3, 2008.

Deadlines: You must register and be licensed on or before July 1, 2008.

Hi my name is Keisha Maddox; I am the DECA advisor at Overlea High School which is an association of marketing students. Our chapter is need of financial support to pay for 8 students to attend the international DECA conference in Atlanta, GA the end of this month.　 Seven of us will be competing and the other student will be attending leadership workshops. The total cost for each student is $751.00. This includes room accommodations, transportation, and a blazer which all competitors must purchase and wear during the conference.　 If your organization can help us financially it will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you. Checks payable to Overlea High School DECA 5401 Kenwood Ave. Baltimore, MD 21206

　Distributive Education Clubs of America, An Association of Marketing Students www.deca.org for more information regarding the organization

Keisha Maddox, Business Education DECA & FEA Advisor

410-887-5241 school http://schools.bcps.org/schools/chs/overlea/

Office supply scams are big business. No company, organization, or church is immune to this problem. In this month’s Business Beat, read about the tricks used by schemers to get your money, and ways to avoid being taken.

　You will find this and previous editions of Business Beat online at

http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/police/media/business_beat.html

Power Networking Breakfast

We've "tweaked" our monthly networking event, so come see we've got in store for you! April 9, 2008 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Harry & David at Towson Town Center Cost is $25 members, $50 nonmembers.

To register, call 410-825-6200.

Overlea Fullerton Business & Professional Association

Check Date: _____/_____/ 2008 Check # _______ Received by OFBPA: ______/_______/2008

Hour of Operation:___________________ (Website will automatically note that all hours are subject to change)

Make your check payable to: OFBPA. (Please keep a copy for your records)

*We now accept Visa and Mastercard—call Brian @ 443-632-6084 (c) 410-663-1405 (f)

CC # ____________________________________________ EXP: ________/___________

(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.)
Welcome from your 2008 Board of Directors