03/06/2025 – Meeting Minutes
Title: 03/06/2025 – Meeting Minutes
Date: March 6, 2025
Time: 12:05 PM
Location: Senior Center
Presiding Officer: Richard Varela
Attendees
| Name | Organization | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Varela | Smithfield Recreation | Welcomed members; mentioned Health Days and new youth sports director. |
| Scott Nelson | Schreiber Foods | Expansion and hiring over 150 people; marketing “Eat more cheese.” |
| Andrew Hansen | Stonefire Pizzeria | Introducing sourdough crust; sourdough dough made by Old Grist Mill. |
| Josh Nuckles | Stonefire Pizzeria | Mentioned St. Patrick’s party with karaoke on next Saturday. |
| Steve Cook | Second Act Literacy Foundation | Focus on English literacy for immigrants/refugees and GED for dropouts. |
| Aimee McNeil | Summit Elementary | Parent-Teacher Conferences taking place. |
| Shellie Healy | Sunrise Elementary | Gearing up for Literacy Night and Sunrise Reads. |
| Trudy Wilson | Birch Creek Elementary | Preparing for the golf tournament. |
| Eric Kleven | Birch Creek Golf Course | Course closed due to snow; supporting Tri School Golf Tournament. |
| Josh Watts | Preston Watts Collision and Glass | Advised safety in snow and obtaining police reports for accidents. |
| Terri Stapley | Stapley Accounting | Encouraged early tax filing to avoid fraud. |
| Tarissa Gwilliam | Zions Bank | Leaving the bank soon; noted SBA loans are currently a good deal. |
| Dave Gwilliam | Sprinkler Master | Offered Chamber discount ($240 vs $255) for seasonal maintenance plan. |
| Wayne Moore | Alpine Cleaning | Offering free estimates for roof leaks and ice dam issues. |
| Anita Gerber | Learning Turtle Preschool | Seeking field trip opportunities for preschoolers. |
| Danny Hansen | Cache Valley Bank | Active in community and loan processing. |
| Katelyn Mason | Cache Valley Bank | Involved in community lending. |
| Ronnie Love | Evolution Design | Specialized in granite/natural stone for remodel and new construction. |
| Lily Knudsen | Farmers Insurance | Emphasized police reports for claims; discussed Key Employee Insurance. |
| Trish Ybarrondo | Yardmaster Services | Scheduling spring services (aeration, humates, bug sprays). |
| Devin Rencher | Smithfield Recreation | Discussed Health Days sponsorships and new youth sports director. |
| Trevor Larson | Antics Comedy Troupe | Located at Coconut Cove; family-friendly shows at 7:30. |
| Riley | USU Credit Union | Discussed auto loan refinancing and steady CD rates. |
| Sam | USU Credit Union | Discussed auto loan refinancing and steady CD rates. |
| Andrew Davis | Host Huski | Website services; hosting BNI networking event on March 13th. |
| Kim Tippetts | N/A | Visiting from South Africa; returning to Achievement Realty this spring. |
| Jim Tippetts | N/A | Visiting from South Africa; returning to Achievement Realty this spring. |
| Paul Jenkins | Cache Valley Light and Sound | Campaign for suicide prevention (10,000 t-shirts/social media messages). |
| Nicole | Smithfield Chamber | Distributing window clings to members. |
Agenda Notes
- The meeting opened at 12:05.
- Recognition of Smithfield City for the use of the Senior Center.
- Recognition of Costa Vida for catering.
Discussion Points
- Business Reviews: Various local businesses shared updates on hiring, product launches, seasonal services, and community events.
- Health Days (May 3rd – 10th): Kick-off race on May 3rd at 8:30 am. Parade on Saturday. Registration deadline is May 4th. Seeking sponsorships.
- Easter Egg Hunt (April 19th): Chamber provides eggs; businesses provide prizes or coupons. Youth Council will stuff the eggs.
- Tri School Golf Tournament (May 7th): Chamber members receive free hole sponsorship.
- Pancake Breakfast (May 10th): Proceeds fund scholarships ($500–$600 per recipient).
- Chamber Materials: Window clings are available for paid members.
- Newsletter: Next issue is in April; advertising deadline is March 15th (Ad cost: $100).
- Suicide Prevention Campaign: Partnership between Paul Jenkins and Host Huski to provide 10,000 t-shirts and generate 10,000 positive social media messages.
Action Items
- Membership Dues: Pick up window clings from Nicole (can also be delivered).
- Newsletter Ad: Submit items by March 15th deadline for the April newsletter.
- Easter Egg Hunt: Businesses must provide a firm number of eggs they want to sponsor by the March meeting.
- Health Days Registration: Register online or at the Rec Center by May 4th.
- Pancake Breakfast: Sign up to volunteer as the date approaches.
- BNI Networking Event: Register via huski.link/bni for the event on March 13th.
Calendar Items for 2025
- March 13, 2025: BNI Networking Event
- April 19, 2025: Easter Egg Hunt
- May 3–10, 2025: Health Days
- May 7, 2025: Tri School Golf Tournament
- May 10, 2025: Health Days Pancake Breakfast
- December 6, 2025: Night of Giving
Next Meeting Info
- Date: April 3, 2025
- Location: Stonefire Pizzeria