brownwood chamber newsletter june 2010
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Your June 2010 Monthly Chamber Newsletter
INSIDETHIS ISSUE
PAGE 2• Chamber Luncheon• Juneteenth
PAGE 3• SHRM• Coming Soon!
PAGE 4• Leadership Brownwood• Law Enforcement• Ribbon Cuttings
PAGE 5• New Members
PAGE 6• Texas Rising
PAGE 7• Rod Run Success
PAGE 8• Business Showcase
Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce600 E. DepotPO Box 880Brownwood, TX 76804
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Permit No. 225Brownwood, TX 78601
June 11, 2010Volume 5, Issue 6
Brownwood AreaChamber of CommercePhone: (325) 646-9535Fax (325) [email protected]
Check outour upcoming
events onPage 6.
Brownwood Country Club
The long anticipated CampBowie Family Aquatic Center isalmost ready for use and shouldbe open sometime in July. A lit-tle over 20 months ago, citizensof Brownwood voted andapproved a referendum to use $6million in funding through theBrownwood EconomicDevelopment Corporation tobring a new sports complex,swimming pool, and provide anew home for the Senior CitizensCenter. $2 million of the origi-nal referendum went to fund theaquatic center project while agrant from the Texas Parks andWildlife Department of $500,000was split between this projectand the new sports complex.The construction of the pool isbeing overseen by Sunbelt Poolwhile the bath house is being
constructed by FainConstruction.
This facility will feature manygreat attractions that will appealto a wide range of users. A waterslide and tower will be the cen-terpiece of the aquatic centerwith a 4-lane lap area & divingwell on one side and a currentchannel on the other. Othergreat features of the facilityinclude a smaller tot slide, zeroentry wading area, leisure pool,interactive water geysers, andmuch more. An array of vibrantand fun colors has been selectedfor the center and equipment.
City of Brownwood Parks &Recreation Director DavidWithers said that they plan onkeeping the admission price thesame as the old pool. The capac-ity of the new pool will be
approximately 400 people. The current plan is to close
the old Camp Bowie pool oncethe new center is open and even-tually do away with the old facil-ity all together. The WigginsPool on Victoria Street willremain open.
Fees for the new aquatic cen-ter will be close to the sameprices as those of the old pool.General admission will be $2 for12 & under; $3 for 13 & over.Season passes for 12 swims willbe $20 for 12 & under and $30for 13 & over. Rental of thepavilion will be $35 for 2 hrs,which includes 3 tables and freeadmission for 1 chaperon.Rental of pool after hours will be$250 (6:30-8:30 with a $100deposit and $125/each extra hourwith 8 lifeguards required).
Camp Bowie Family Aquatic Center Opens in July
Page 2 / Brownwood Chamber of Commerce / June 2010
The Chamber’s Monthly Luncheonwill be Friday, June 18 at theBrownwood Country Club from 11:30AM to 1 PM. The luncheon, which isopen to members and guests, will fea-ture an interesting program and will alsoinclude door prizes, introduction of newmembers and a cash drawing.
The featured speaker will be CarterSmith, Executive Director of the TexasParks and Wildlife Department(TPWD). A native of Austin, Smithdeveloped his passion for wildlife andthe out of doors at a young age whileroaming his family’s farm and ranchland interests in Gonzales, Williamson,and Edwards Counties. He has a
wildlife managementdegree from Texas Techand a master’s degree inconservation biology fromYale University. He beganhis professional career in1992 as a managementintern at TPWD, assistingin the Private Lands andPublic Hunting programs.As a biologist, he hasworked on a variety ofresearch projects rangingfrom studying moose inthe boreal forests ofSaskatchewan to pronghorn antelope infar west Texas.
He serves on a numberof conservation-relatedboards of directors andadvisory councils and wasrecently named an out-standing alumnus by TexasTech and the College ofAgriculture and NaturalResources.
Prior to his selection asTPWD executive director,Smith was with The NatureConservancy of Texas,serving as state director,where he led a team that
protected nearly 250,000 acres while hewas director.
At Texas Parks and WildlifeDepartment, he is responsible for over-seeing an agency of 3,100 professionalsin 11 different divisions, includingWildlife, Law Enforcement, State Parks,Coastal Fisheries, and Inland Fisheries.
Carter and his wife, Stacy, reside inAustin.
The cost of the luncheon is $11 perperson to be paid at the door. Attendeesmay choose to charge their meals totheir personal country club account.Anyone interested in attending theluncheon is urged to RSVP to theChamber by calling 325-646-9535 oremail [email protected].
Luncheon to feature Texas Parks & Wildlife
The Brownwood Store & Visitors Centerat the Historic Depot
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Texas books on travel, birding, trails, gardening, cow-boys, cookbooks, and children’s books, Dublin Dr.Pepper products, wild berry jellies, hot sauce, dips,and candies, road kill candles, Texas wildflower books,soaps, and lotions.
Harvey House and Fred Harvey books, t-shirts, andmemorabilia
Brownwood’s annual Juneteenth cele-bration will take place June 18th & 19thand will feature some great entertainmentand new attractions.
In addition to the annual Juneteenth Idolcompetition, the event will have the addedattraction of the Thrills of AmericaCarnival. The carnival will be set up onboth days of the event at Cecil HolmanPark. Thrills of America will offer anarray of games, activities, rides, and treats.
Some great entertainment is also linedup including soul singer Johnny Ray
Kimbrough, “SLICK” the DJ in the park,and Sweet Pea Comedy Hour with AnitaHendricks. Also don’t miss the kiddiekorner, Juneteenth parade, car & motorcy-cle show, and much more.
Check out all of the fun and excitementon June 18th & 19th at Cecil Holman Parkat 1100 Hall Street and the BennieHouston Community Center at 505Cordell
For more information and a completeschedule of events, see:
www.BrownwoodJuneteenth.com
Brownwood Juneteeth Celebration Coming June 18 & 19
June 2010 / Brownwood Chamber of Commerce / Page 3
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The Mid-Tex HRMA recentlyheld a raffle for a mini netbook.60 tickets were sold makingchances of winning very good.We are happy to announce thatthe winner of the netbook wasMr. Brian Kight with TSTC.
Shown in photo are DonnetteCarmack and Ann Johnson pre-senting the prize to BrianKight.
Each affiliate chapter ofSHRM is required to meet cer-tain goals and initiatives inorder to obtain different mem-bership levels. The raffle was afund raiser as part of one of theinitiatives for the Mid-TexHRMA chapter.
AND THE WINNER IS… Exciting News forLocal SHRM Chapter
Mid-Tex HRMA qualifies for Full ConferenceRegistration to HRSouthwest
Our thanks go to Donna Roueche, member of Mid-TexHRMA, for serving as Ambassador for our Chapter. Herwork allowed MTHRMA Chapter to receive aComplimentary Full Conference Registration to theHRSouthwest Conference held on October 10-13, 2010 inFt. Worth, Texas.
The HRSouthwest Conference is the largest regionalhuman resources conference in the United States. TheConference offers world-renowned keynote speakers, over100 concurrent educational sessions including three MegaSessions, networking opportunities and exposure to thenewest HR products, techniques and services. TheHRSouthwest Conference is THE Conference that meetsand exceeds your HR education needs! For more details,visit their website at hrsouthwest.com.
The regular pricing and value of this complimentaryregistration varies from $735.00 for SHRM AffiliatedChapter members to $1145.00 for Non-Member pricingon-site.
A drawing will be held for the complimentary registra-tion at our July Chapter meeting. To qualify for puttingyour business card into the drawing, do one of the follow-ing:
Be a current member of MTHRMA Chapter and bringa visitor who signs up to become a new member and paysdues prior to the drawing at the July meeting. (Membermay register multiple times for multiple new members.)Sign up as a new member of MTHRMA Chapter with paiddues by the July meeting.
Membership dues for the first member of each compa-ny are $25.00, additional members from same companypay only $15.00. Student membership dues are $15.00.
(Complimentary Conference Registration does notinclude travel or hotel accommodations.)
All employers and or their human resources departmentare encouraged to attend MTHRMA monthly meetings.This is a great way to network and stay abreast the everchanging hr laws including health care, workers comp,FMLA, COBRA, along with many other important topics.For additional information, please visit our website atwww.mthrma.org or you may contact Ann Johnson at 325-646-3598 ext. 749 or Donnette Carmack at 325-646-9535.
Membership Directory &
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Coming Soon!2010-2011 Chamber
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Page 4 / Brownwood Chamber of Commerce / June 2010
R&S Industries, one of the Brownwood Area Chamber’s new members, celebratedwith a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 1st. R&S Industries is owned and operatedby Van Stanford and Keith Ringler and have become a leading manufacturer of con-crete batch plants and other specialty construction equipment. They also provide theparts and accessories for new and older plants. The small plant, with only 60 employ-ees, provides equipment for construction projects locally, within the State of Texas,the United States and across the world. For more information about the productsoffered by R&S Industries contact them at 325-646-7581 or visit their website,www.randisinc.com.
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the BrownCounty Republican Women on Friday, May 14th during the club’s monthly luncheonat the Brownwood Country Club. The Brown County Republican Women's Club wasorganized in 1984 to foster and encourage loyalty to the Republican Party and to pro-mote its principles and candidates. In addition, the Club works to increase the effec-tiveness of women in the cause of good government through active participation.Meetings for the Brown County Republican Women are held the second Friday ofevery month at the Brownwood Country Club at 11:30am. For more information aboutjoining, contact President Kristin Bain at (325) 642-7801.
The Brownwood Area Chamber ofCommerce held their annual LawEnforcement AppreciationLuncheon on Friday, May 21st.The Chamber wants to thank all ofthe area law enforcement agencieswho work hard to protect the citi-zens of Brown County.
Thanks to the BrownwoodPolice Department, Brown CountySheriff’s Office, Early PoliceDepartment, Lake Patrol, TSTCPolice, Texas Department of
Public Safety, Probation officers,and the area judges who help pro-tect our community.
Thanks to our sponsors andlocal businesses supporting theevent and buying lunch for theofficers and judges at the event.Our law enforcement officersappreciate the support. The spon-sors included: Heartland Mall,Home Depot, Re/Max Goldstar,Redstone Park, WT HarrisCompany, and Brownwood Apts.
The 2010 graduating class ofLeadership Brownwood wasrecognized May 21 at theBrownwood Area Chamberof Commerce monthlyluncheon. Each graduatereceived a certificate ofcompletion for participatingin the program this past year.
Leadership Brownwoodis a program administeredby the Chamber that edu-cates local citizens to enablethem to become better lead-
ers in the community. Itexposes the participants tothe inner workings of localcity and county government,law enforcement, communi-ty and economic develop-ment, and local business.
Pictured above are thegraduates from left to right:Hank Hunter, HWHJanitorial Inc.; TimEspinoza, TexasBank; LauraWise, Center for LifeResources; Lorie Greenrock,
TSTC; Andrew Castanuela,Center for Life Resources;Rhoda Hewitt, CitizensNational Bank; GinaJameson, Family ServicesCenter; Don Bostic, RangerCollege; Raquel Rios,TSTC; Steve Weckwerth,Subway; and KyndallRoss, Center for LifeResources.
Not pictured were EmilyFrey, Sharon Hannah, GaryIafrate, and Mark Young
LAW ENFORCEMENTAPPRECIATION
2010 Leadership BrownwoodGraduating Class
June 2010 / Brownwood Chamber of Commerce / Page 5
NEW MEMBERS:R&S Industries – The Brownwood AreaChamber of Commerce would like to wel-come R&S Industries. R&S Industries is amanufacturer of concrete batch plants andother specialty construction equipment.They offer parts and accessories for newand older plants and with Industry leadingtechnology and development, R & SIndustries, Inc. mixes new technology withthe success of history. For more informa-tion visit the plant located at 100 RossDrive in Early, give them a call at 325-646-7581 or visit their website atwww.randsinc.com.
Guardian EMS – Guardian EMS wasestablished in 2000 and is a fully licensedEmergency Medical Services Provider inthe State of Texas that operates as a divi-sion of Powell Professional Services, LLC.Guardian EMS has continually experiencedgrowth since its inception and currently hasover three hundred employees. They oper-ate a fleet of seventy eight ambulances innineteen different counties responding toover 50,000 requests for service annually.The company’s primary business goal is tofocus on providing Emergency MedicalServices to Rural Communities across theState of Texas. For more information con-tact the local Guardian EMS office at 325-643-4841 or visit the website atwww.guardian-ems.com.
Sparks Insurance Agency– TheBrownwood Area Chamber of Commercewould like to welcome Kris Sparks andSparks Insurance as one of its newest mem-bers. Kris has provided this area with qual-ity, affordable insurance services since
2008. Sparks Insurance Agency can pro-vide coverage for your home, automobile,motorcycle, farm or ranch, as well as week-end home insurance. Kris is available tomeet all your insurance needs Mondaythrough Friday between 9:00 AM and 5:00PM. Give Kris a call today at 325-641-2600 or stop by 414 Early Blvd. in Early.
Courtyard Antiques – Courtyard Antiquesis owned and operated by Paula Stephensand carries the finest antiques and col-lectibles in the Brownwood area. Paula hasmany years experience dealing in antiquesand will buy and sell only true antiques toensure the highest quality for her cus-tomers. Stop by today at the new location304 W. Commerce or call Paula at 325-643-3203 for more information.
Tom Jones Tire and Alignment —Previously Kennedy Tire, Tom Jones Tireand Alignment is now owned and operatedby its namesake, Tom Jones. Tom has over20 years experience in the sales and serviceof tires and vehicles. Tom Jones Tire andAlignment is open Monday through Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday’s 7:30AM to 12:00 Noon in order to meet all yourtire and auto servicing needs. For moreinformation stop by 415 Early Blvd inEarly or give Tom a call at 325-641-0535.
Nathana’s Tanning and Hair Studio –The Brownwood Area Chamber ofCommerce would like to welcome newmember Nathana’s Tanning and HairStudio! Nathana’s has been in operationsince 1990 and was purchased by Bill andTonya Lindeman in March of 2008.
Nathana’s is located in beautifulDowntown Brownwood and offers tanningin beds as well as the spray on tan, and afull service hair and nail salon. They alsocarry the widely popular Reef and YellowBox brand sandals as well as a variety oflotion and hair products. Nathana’s is openMonday through Friday 9:00 AM to 9:00PM and Saturdays 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.Stop by their location at 106 S. Broadway,visit their website www.nathanas.com orcall 325-641-2145 for more information.
McDonald’s – McDonald’s has offered theBrownwood area great food and family funfor over 30 years and are now receiving anew look! McDonald’s will host a GrandOpening Celebration to show off the newrestaurant on Thursday, June 17th from9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at 204 E. CommerceStreet, so be sure to stop by and seeMcDonald’s new look! They are openSunday through Thursdays 5:00 AM to12:00 AM and Friday and Saturdays 5:00AM to 1:00 AM. For more informationcontact Eric Wilson at (325) 944-3135.
Office Furniture Specialist – TheBrownwood Area Chamber of Commercewould like to welcome its newest memberOffice Furniture Specialist and owner/oper-ator Jack Smith! Jack has over 50 yearsexperience in the office supply industry andcontinues to work today to provide thehighest quality office furniture at the mostaffordable price! Office FurnitureSpecialist serves the Brownwood area andeveryone within a 50 mile radius. For moreinformation contact Jack Smith today at325-641-2345.
Page 6 / Brownwood Chamber of Commerce / June 2010
UPCOMINGEVENTS
June10-12 Brown County Rodeo,
Earl Q. Wilson Arena12 Brown County Rodeo Parade
& Dance, Brownwood Coliseum11-13 American Ex POW’s of
WWII Conference, LaQuinta Inn & Suites/Depot
18 Chamber Monthly Luncheon,Brownwood Country Club
18-19 Juneteenth Celebration,Bennie Houston Center/Cecil Holman Park
19 Event @ Big Brothers Big Sisters of Brown County
23-27 Texas Cushman’s Association, Brownwood Coliseum
24-27 Lyric Performing Arts Company presents “Harvey,” Dorothy McIntosh Fine Arts Center
26 Old Tyme Country Fair & Stick Horse Rodeo, Riverside Park
July4 Fireworks Display
Lake Brownwood 15-18 Community Musical “Annie,”
Dorothy McIntosh Fine Arts Center
16 Chamber Monthly LuncheonBrownwood Country Club
19-23 Family Camp, Lake Brownwood19-23 Bits, Bytes and Bots Camp,
Texas 4H Center22-25 Community Musical “Annie,”
Dorothy McIntosh Fine Arts Center
August14 Learn to Love for Life,
Family Services Center20 Chamber Monthly Luncheon,
Brownwood Country Club28 Cow Pasture Xtreme Golf &
Sporting Clays, Wilson Ranches
First Saturday of Every Month is Family Day at the
Lehnis Railroad Museum
Brownwood is the focus of a featurecover story in a publication producedby the Texas State Comptroller'soffice.
The May/June issue of Texas Risingfeatures Brownwood’s manufacturingbased industries as an example of howsome areas of the Texas economyremain strong.
This newsletter style publication isproduced bi-monthly by theComptroller’s office and is one waythat the office communicates with tax-payers. The publication is availableonline and in print form.
The article states in part: Away from the bright glow of metro
lights, Brownwood’s manufacturerskeep rolling out products for salearound the world. Despite a weakenedeconomy, there’s no slowing down inthis northern Hill Country communityof 20,000 situated about 130 milessouthwest of Fort Worth.
“Our manufacturers here have donevery well during this economic down-turn,” says James Campbell, executivedirector of the Brownwood EconomicDevelopment Corporation (EDC).
Visit www.TexasAhead.org/ for thecomplete article.
Brownwood Recognized in State Publication
June 2010 / Brownwood Chamber of Commerce / Page 7
Community Partners for Progress
www.brownwoodbulletin.com • 325-646-2541
HEARTLAND ROD RUN A BIG SUCCESSOver 300 vehicles were on display in the annual
Heartland Rod Run at Riverside Park on SaturdayJune 5th bringing out a large crowd of car enthusi-asts and people just looking for some fun.
The event, hosted by local car club theHeartland Cruisers, featured a line-up of funevents to go along with the show including a pantydash, a burnout contest, a car cruise, and severalother kid and adult games. The burnout contestdrew an especially large crowd attracted to theloud engines and burnout smoke.
The Heartland Cruisers gave out numerousawards for the most popular cars, trucks, and trac-tors along with the best cars in the show by cate-gory. This year’s overall Best of Show trophywent to Ronnie Anderson of Albany for this 1957Chevy Nomad.
The event brought in many participants andspectators from around the state giving a greatweekend boost to the local economy.
Special thanks go to the Heartland Cruisers andtheir sponsors for coordinating and hosting such agreat event.
Summer has just begun, but theChamber is looking forward to fall!The date has been set for the 16thAnnual Business Showcase and thisOctober will mark the return of theChamber Cook-Off.
In September, the BrownwoodChamber will host the 16th AnnualBusiness Showcase at theBrownwood Coliseum. The theme ofthe show is “Your Road to Success”and will open at 10:00 AM onThursday, September 9th. Thisexhibitor style show offers visitors the
opportunity to network with over 70local businesses. There will bechances throughout the day to wingrand door prizes, booth prizes andsample tasty recipes from localrestaurants at “The Taste ofBrownwood” until 6:00 PM thatevening. Vendors should registersoon to ensure a prime location at thissell out show! Early registration endsAugust 25th, but spaces are filling upfast!
But, don’t stop there….go aheadand reserve your spot for the return of
the Brownwood Chamber ofCommerce Member Cook-Off! Fireup your grill or cooker, dig out thosesecret BBQ, side dish and dessertrecipes and get ready for some food,fun and fellowship! On Tuesday,October 5th the Brownwood Chamberwill host Chamber Members in theDepot Plaza for an all day Cook-Off.Participants may enter in one or allfive categories that include brisket,other meat, side dish, beans anddesserts to be judged at the end of theday. Winners in each category will beawarded plaque and the overall win-ner will not only take home braggingrights but infamous traveling trophyto display at their business!
This event is a fun, relaxed net-working opportunity for Chambermembers. Participants are encour-aged to come up with fun themes fortheir spaces and will be judged andawarded for creativity. At the end ofthe day, the cook-off will be open tothe public with live entertainment foradults and children alike!
Don’t miss out on either one ofthese fun-filled events! ContactMissi Malone, Director of MemberServices by phone at 325-646-9535or by email at [email protected] for more informa-tion.
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Gregg Rice, Chairman3M Company
Stephen Haynes, PastChairman Haynes Law Firm. P.C.
Stan CrawfordRemax
Becky JonesJones Carpet
Steve WeckwerthSubway
Michelle ThomasAldersgate Enrichment Center
Dr. Don BosticRanger College
Steven McCraneCentex Billing & Professional Services
Dr. Bill EllisHoward Payne University
Jan CateGirl Scouts
Ray GarzaTexasBank
Jill LockeCross Country Health Care
Chance BarrIndividual
Ken HarrissOncor
Michael RichardsonFarmers Insurance
Priscilla MonsonWest Central Texas Valuation Services
Brownwood AreaChamber ofCommerce
Board of Directors2010-2011
CHAMBER STAFF
Laura Terhune, Executive DirectorSunni Holloway, Tourism Manager
Donnette Carmack, Business ManagerRay Tipton, Marketing Manager
Missi Malone, Membership Director Martha Faetche, Receptionist; VisitorCenter & Brownwood Store Manager
A great place to golf, swim, relaxand socialize. Whether it’s making
new friends or maybe all youwant is a great meal in a beautiful
setting then come to theBrownwood Country Club and
enjoy some of the finest food andfellowship that a private club
has to offer. Call today forinformation on membership.
325/643-1023
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