February 2011 Chamberline

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Presidents’ Day

February 21st.

Dennis has been in the business of mediator, problem-solving and relationship building for over 20 years, first as an educator in the Catholic school system, and in more recent years, in healthcare. He serves as the leader of Mission, Marketing and the Foundation at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Health Center. “Faith, family and friends are the three most important things in life,” is his philosophy, one that works well for all of the different departments he leads. He values rela-tionships and the time he spends with family, staff and the community. Dennis just enjoys people. He is a husband and father, and grandfather as of Octo-ber 2010. He keeps active in the community as a mem-ber of Rotary, serves as a board member on the Dickin-son Chamber of Commerce, and though he currently has no children or grandchildren in school, you can catch him at every kind of sporting event or at a variety of art per-formances, as they are held in the area. He and his wife were recently selected as the Catholic Family of the month by St. Patrick’s Knights of Columbus Council. An avid golfer, Dennis tries to sneak in a round when time allows.

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The Mission of the Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce

“The Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce provides leadership towards a

progressive business community.”

Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors

Chris Johnson ....................................... President

Nathan Bouray ..................................... Pres-Elect

Rachelle Schroeder ............................ Treasurer

Klint Sickler ……………. ...................... Past President

Elaine Myran ......................................... Director

Mike Renner .......................................... Director

Dennis Cannon ..................................... Director

Harmony Kolling ................................. Director

Blaine Stockert..................................... Director

Christian Kostelecky ......................... Director

Terry Kovacevich ............................... Director

Craig Kubas ........................................... Director

Committee Chairperson

Agriculture ............................................. Kwirt Johnson

Airport Promotions . ......................... Matt Remynse

Ambassador .......................................... Deedra Weidner

Education ............................................... Rebecca Pitkin

Governmental Affairs ....................... Nate Bouray

Promotions and Retail ..................... Betty Jo Noe

Officials .................................................... TBA

STAFF

Lexi Sebastian ...................................... Executive Director

Kristi Tessier ........................................ Events & Marketing Coordinator

Cindy Brock ........................................... Administrative Assistant

Publication

First Day of the Month

Published By C. Brock

Deadline

Fourth Monday of the month - For both copy and advertising

Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce

314 3rd Avenue West •P.O. Box C

Dickinson, ND 58602

Phone: 701-225-5115 Fax: 701-225-5116

E-mail: team@dickinsonchamber.org

Board of Directors monthly meeting minutes

and annual financial statements are available to Chamber Members.

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As a Coffee Sponsor you are recognized in

the Chamber Board Room, the Chamber-

line and the Chamber Website for a

month. The cost is only $50. This money

goes towards coffee and paper goods for

meetings.

Your business may supply promotional

items that can be displayed in the Cham-

ber Board Room for the entire month.

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Development, Construction, Property Management and Commercial & Residential

Real Estate.

Southwest Area Human Resource Association

Susan Lengowski

PO Box 132

Dickinson, ND 58602

701-456-7307

Www.ndsahra.org

The Real Estate Company

Amber Kuntz

235 Sims

Dickinson, ND 58602

701-483-0111

www.homesindickinson.com

Did Punxsutawney, the groundhog see his shadow on February 2nd?

If he did (sunny morning) there will be six more weeks of winter. He then returns to his den and goes back to sleep. If however, he does not see his shadow (cloudy day), he plays around outside of his hole for a while and spring is just around the corner.

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American Bank Announces

Updates

American Bank Center is pleased to an-nounce Cindy Vetter as Receptionist at the

north Dickinson location. Cindy joined American in September 2004 as a part-time Teller. She most recently worked in the teller line and substituted for the re-ception area as needed.

Roxanne Brodhead has also been moved to Business/Ag Loan Servicer at the Downtown Dickinson loca-tion. Roxanne joined American in March of 2008 and recently worked as a Mortgage Loan Processor.

DFC Consultants Promotes Phillips

Allen Phillips was promoted to vice president of

professional services at DFC Consultants.

Allen Phillips has been the professional services

manager since joining DFC Consultants in 2009.

He is also a Microsoft certified trainer. Allen has

over 20 years of experience in the software in-

dustry.

DFC Consultants has office in Dickinson, Fargo,

and Bismarck.

Gate City Bank donates to

Charities

Gate City Bank recently donated $224,000 to

area organizations.

A local donation was made to the Best Friends

Mentoring Program. Additional donations

were made to regional organizations including

the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery Founda-

tion, North Dakota School for the Blind Foun-

dation, Arthritis Foundation North Central

Chapter, March of Dimes North Dakota Chap-

ter, and Prairie Public Television.

Gate City Bank has 32 banking offices across

North Dakota and Minnesota, and employs

more than 400 people.

NDGT expands staff

North Dakota Guaranty and Title Company, the

statewide leader in residential, commercial and

mineral title information services, is pleased to

announce the addition of Janet Zent to the Dick-

inson office as a Title and Location Drawing Spe-

cialist.

North Dakota Guaranty and Title Company, with

offices in Bismarck, Dickinson, Killdeer, Man-

dan, Minot, Mohall, Watford City, and Williston,

also provides commercial and large project title

information services across the State of North

Dakota.

To learn more visit www.TheTitleTeam.com

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Kadrmas, Lee & Jackson

Hires Several New Employees

Kadrmas, Lee & Jackson an engineering, survey-

ing and planning firm, recently hired Darin

Schepp, Matthew Greenslit, Kurt Silbernagel and

Karen Lynch.

Darin Schepp is an engineer in the natural re-

sources group. He is a 2010 graduate of the Uni-

versity of North Dakota with master and bachelor

of science degrees in civil engineering.

Matthew Greenslit is an engineer in the transpor-

tation group. He has a bachelor’s degree in civil

engineering from North Dakota State University.

Kurt Silbernagel is a surveying technician with ex-

perience as an owner and operator of a lawn ser-

vices company.

Karen Lynch is an administrative assistant with

six years experience. She is pursuing a degree in

business administration from Dickinson State

University.

Consolidated in Dickinson

recently hires

Employees

Consolidated in Dickinson recently hired

three new employees.

Shawn Smith joined Consolidated as an ac-

countant. Shawn was born and

raiseded in the Dickinson area.

He graduated from South Heart

High School. Shawn graduated

from Dickinson State University

with a double major in accounting

and business administration. He also has a

master’s degree from the University Of North

Dakota. Shawn enjoys hunting, fishing, base-

ball and basketball.

Travis Bartnes is part of the Internet technical

support team. Travis’ home-

town is Westby, MT. Travis has

an associate degree in network-

ing and is working on his bache-

lor’s degree. Travis enjoys hunt-

ing, fishing, RC cars and Helis.

Amanda Gilseth is an accounting coordinator.

Amanda’s hometown is in Michi-

gan. Amanda has an associate

degree in accounting and is work-

ing on her bachelor’s degree.

Amanda is married to Mitch and

spends her time with family and camping.

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LEAVING A LEGACY PLAN

We will all leave this world sometime.

Why leave unanswered questions with those we love?

We all want to live a significant, successful life. Yet how many of us realize that our important, positive contributions can last

long after we are gone?

Two things are certain: death and taxes. Some of us grasp that reality early, so we create wills, living trusts and estate plans.

Others deny this reality and leave their heirs with perplexing questions, added stress and even anger when they pass away.

The truly farsighted among us opt for a full-fledged legacy plan.

How does a legacy plan differ from an estate plan? An estate plan determines a destiny for your assets. A legacy plan does that

and more: it communicates your values, wishes and memories as well as financial directions.

If you ask someone about the “why” of estate planning – that is, why should you have an estate plan in the first place – the in-

stant response is “to avoid estate tax”. That is certainly a good reason to create an estate plan – but it may not be the best one.

A legacy plan can convey your values and wishes when it comes to the following matters:

The distribution of the estate – selecting a steward, showing that person how these assets are to be managed according to your values and outlook.

The future of a family business – you can share the knowledge only the owner and founder has, you can establish who will own it after you, who will manage it and who will benefit financially from it.

Protecting your business (and your estate) from “predators and creditors” – taking steps to insulate the business (and your

heirs) against lawsuits, debts outstanding, and intrusions of relatives or past associates.

What do conventional estate plans risk ignoring? While basic estate plans establish where assets go, they don’t often communi-

cate the personal and practical details that can aid heirs in the case of an unexpected loss.

A legacy plan communicates more than financial details – it expresses your values, your final wishes and the life lessons you want to pass along. It conveys knowledge that may make things smoother for your heirs and your company at a time of grief and crisis. It imparts wisdom that your successor may use to guide inherited assets in the future, so that these assets might endure for more

than a generation.

In other words, it gives your heirs your business some answers to the questions “what do we do now” and “what would he/she

have wanted us to do”.

Legacy plans are built taking many factors into account. The first factor is you. What are your goals, financial and otherwise? A

legacy plan should first respect your wishes and intentions.

The second factor is family. Different people define “family” in all kinds of different ways. A good legacy plan respects your

definition, and is created with an understanding of it and your particular “family” dynamics.

Only after this should the tax and financial strategies of the plan be determined.

Many estate plans are too boilerplate, and/or they aren’t designed to hand down the experiential wealth and wisdom that should accompany the assets. A good legacy plan transmits values, instructions and guidance to ease a family’s burden when it comes to

settling financial and business issues at a time of grief.

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Coffee with the Legislators

City Hall, Dickinson, ND 10am

Opportunity to hear what is planned for the

Legislative Session & ask any questions.

Sponsored By The Dickinson Press

City Hall, Dickinson, ND

10am

Opportunity to hear what is planned for the Legislative Session & ask any questions.

Governmental Affairs Committee Invites You To:

Upcoming dates for Coffee with the

Legislators

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North Dakota and western Minnesota Chevy dealers

kickoff Chevy Scholar program

Four area students will receive $5,000 scholarships

The West Dakota and Heartland

Chevy Dealers of North Dakota and

western Minnesota have combined

forces to launch a new scholarship

program for high school juniors and

seniors.

The Chevy Scholar Program (www.chevyscholar.com) invites

nominations for outstanding high school juniors and seniors in

the market area to compete to receive four $5,000 college

scholarships.

Nominations begin now and end February 20, 2011, at which

time 10 scholarship finalists will be chosen. From February 24

-March 9, 2011, online and text voting will take place to deter-

mine the winners. The scholarship winners will be announced

March 12, 2011.

“As dealers, we are all individually involved in our communi-

ties, supporting youth sports, organizations like Rotary and

Optimists and slew of other needs,” says West Dakota Chevy

president Kathy Gaddie. “The Chevy Scholar program allows

us to work together to provide an ongoing benefit to out-

standing students across the region.”

Students can nominate themselves or be nominated by family,

friends, parents, teachers or coaches. Nomination forms can be

downloaded at www.chevyscholar.com or picked up from local

Chevy dealers. Nominators fill out basic information including

community involvement, academic achievements, extracurricu-

lar activities and volunteer work.

According to Heartland Chevy president, Brad Sather, the

Chevy Scholar program will showcase the best of the area’s

young people. “By engaging the public in the voting process

we get to help bring attention to the outstanding young people

in our communities through some

grassroots PR and social networking.

It’s exciting to be a part of and we are

looking forward to the process.”

Nomination forms can be submitted at

any Chevy dealership. At the end of

the process, one nominator will win a

$500 gift card through a random draw-

ing.

To learn more or to nominate a stu-

dent , go to www.chevyscholar.com or

visit your local Chevy dealer.

American Bank Center Announces

New Employee

American Bank Center is pleased to announce

Kim Landis as a new part-time Teller

at the Downtown Dickinson location.

Kim is currently attending Dickinson

State University and pursing a de-

gree in Business Administration.

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The Airport Promotions did not meet this month.

Discussion for the upcoming Community Leader-

ship Program was discussed and the upcoming

teacher of the year and business of the year nomi-

nees.

If you would like more information about these committees, please contact the Dickinson Area Chamber at 225-5115

Bull Day Showcase was held on January 15th at Stockmen’s Livestock West. Planning for Ag Week Awareness is under-way.

The Recreational Events Committee did not

meet this month.

Southwest Night at the Legislature was held on

January 24, 2011. There was an overall great atten-

dance.

Guest speaker Jim Arthaud presented on the oil in-

dustry and the process of drilling. This presentation

has caught that eye of many of our legislators. The

Sodbusters gave a great performance. They were

very much enjoyed by all.

Coffee with the Legislature-January 22, 2011. All

representatives were in attendance. There was a nice

crowd of about 50 people. This session will be

played back on Channel 19.

Business After Hours was held on January 18th at the Ra-

mada.

Discussion was had over the 4th of July float for this com-

ing year.

Business After Hours will be February 1st at The Mix

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Sampling of Sicily was held on January 17th at the Elks Lodge. There was a great turnout despite the cold weather. There were over 200 guests.

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If you would like more information about these committees, please contact the Dickinson Area Chamber at 225-5115

2nd Annual Divine, Wine & Dine

Dickinson Catholic Schools' Fine Arts Boosters 2nd Annual Divine Wine and Dine gourmet dinner and wine pairing event is to be held on Saturday, Feb-ruary 12th, 2011 at Lady J's Club and Catering. So-cial hour runs from 5:00-6:00pm. Dinner is served at 6:00pm. Seven course meal featuring a wine paired with each course. Town and Country Liquor will discuss each wine served. Come enjoy a relaxing evening of delicious food and wine.

Cost is $60.00 per person.

Wine raffle to be held at 8:30

Top winner wins an instant wine cellar of 50 bot-

tles of wine! Raffle tickets are $5.00 each.

Contact Valerie at 483-6081 for more information about dinner or raffle.

Presidents Day February 21st

President's Day is a day set aside to honor all of the U.S. presidents. We often think of two great presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln when we celebrate this holiday as it falls by design be-tween their birthdays.

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February 2011

For more information go to www.dickinsonchamber.org

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale Prairie Hills Gelbvieh Private Treaty Sale DSU Comm. Ed "Many/Mini Art Media" 6:00pm - 8:00pm DSU Community Ed "Simply Watercolor" 6:00pm - 8:00pm Chamber Promotions Committee Meeting 12:00 Business After Hours - The Mix 105.7 5pm - 7pm

2 St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale DSU Community Ed Adobe Illustrator Basics+ 6:00pm - 8:00pm DSU Community Ed "Easy Icons" 6:00pm - 8:00pm

3 Simnioniw Family Chiropractic Grand Opening 3:00pm - 7:00pm St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale Dickinson's Got Talent 6:00pm

4 ND American Choral Directors Association's Choral Performances St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale

5 ND American Choral Directors Association's Choral Performances Sneak Pique Productions Presents Chris Sand 7:30pm St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale Ellingson Angus Annual Production Sale 1:30pm CST

6 St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale DSU Community Ed "Painted Canvas Floor Rugs" 12:00 - 2:00pm

7 St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale DSU Comm. Ed "Clay for Beginners" 6:00pm - 8:30pm

8 St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale DSU Comm. Ed "Many/Mini Art Media" 6:00pm - 8:00pm DSU Community Ed "Simply Watercolor" 6:00pm - 8:00pm Bull Day Committee 5:00pm Governmental Committee 3:00pm - 4:00pm

9 St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale DSU Community Ed Adobe Illustrator Basics+ 6:00pm - 8:00pm DSU Community Ed "Easy Icons" 6:00pm - 8:00pm

10 Dickinson's Got Talent 6:00pm St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale

11 Ektelon Demonstration Day Pat Fadden Classic Racquetball Tourney DPS Foundation mystery dinner, "Reunion at Hippie High" 6:30pm St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliary Valentine Cookie Sale Honeyman Charolais 22nd Annual Bull Sale 1:00pm MST

12 "Communication, Commerce, & Conscience" 1:30pm - 4pm Ektelon Demonstration Day Pat Fadden Classic Racquetball Tourney Annual Cabin Fever Benefit 4:00pm - 7:30pm DPS Foundation mystery dinner theater, "Reunion at Hippie High" 6:30pm 2nd Annual Divine Wine and Dine 5pm Schaff Angus Valley 108th Angus Production Sale 10:00am CST

13 DSU Blue Hawk Women's BB 2:00pm Ektelon Demonstration Day Pat Fadden Classic Racquetball Tourney Mrnak Hereford Ranch 44th Annual Production Sale 1:00pm MST DSU Community Ed "Painted Canvas Floor Rugs" 12:00 - 2:00pm

14 Lady J's Club and Catering Sweetheart Day Buffet 5pm - 8pm For the Love of a Pet Dinner & Artisan Auction 5:00pm DSU Comm. Ed "Clay for Beginners" 6:00pm - 8:30pm

15 Carlson Angus 29th Annual Production Sale 1:00pm MST DSU Comm. Ed "Many/Mini Art Media" 6:00pm - 8:00pm DSU Community Ed "Simply Watercolor" 6:00pm - 8:00pm

16 DSU Community Ed Adobe Illustrator Basics+ 6:00pm - 8:00pm DSU Community Ed "Easy Icons" 6:00pm - 8:00pm

17 Dickinson's Got Talent 6:00pm Chamber Airport Promotions Committee Meeting 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

18 DSU Blue Hawk Men's BB 7:30pm DSU Blue Hawk Women's BB 5:30pm Dkn Area Concert Assn. presents "Edgar Cruz" 7:30pm Ambassador Committee Meeting 8:00am - 9:00am

19 DSU Blue Hawk Men's BB 6:00pm DSU Blue Hawk Women's BB 4:00pm 14th Annual API Gumbo Cook Off 11:00am Dickinson's Got Talent – Finale 6:00pm Coffee with the Legislators 10am

20 DSU Community Ed "Painted Canvas Floor Rugs" 12:00 - 2:00pm

21 Region 7 Boys Basketball Tournament 3:00pm - 9:00pm DSU Comm. Ed "Clay for Beginners" 6:00pm - 8:30pm Chamber Closed

22 Region 7 Boys Basketball Tournament 3:00pm - 9:00pm DSU Comm. Ed "Many/Mini Art Media" 6:00pm - 8:00pm DSU Community Ed "Simply Watercolor" 6:00pm - 8:00pm Chamber Education Committee Meeting 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

23 National Assn. of Directors of Nursing Adm. DSU Community Ed Adobe Illustrator Basics+ 6:00pm - 8:00pm

24 Region 7 Boys Basketball Tournament 3:00pm - 9:00pm National Assn. of Directors of Nursing Adm. Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

25 District 13 Girls Basketball Tournament 3:00pm - 9:00pm Ethnic Taste Northern Plains 11am - 1pm Badlands, Severance Red Angus Production Sale 1:00pm

26 District 13 Girls Basketball Tournament 3:00pm - 9:00pm

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