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MEMBERS MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, October 10th, 2024 4pm-5pm
Location: Locomotive Espresso South & by Zoom
ITEMS:
1. Old South Business Awards
- Thursday, Nov 14th 7:30pm-9pm @ Idlewyld Inn
- Free hors d’oeuvres & first drink
- Live music
- Call for nominations & more info here: www.OldSouthBA.com/awards
2. Constable Barry MacDonald, London Police
- Discussed Nova Sewing Centre break in
RE: Prevention:
- Can do an audit of your property provide why a person looking to commit crime might go after you.
- If enough interest, can coordinate a group presentation.
- London Police Metrics Report
- For follow up with Barry: bmacdonald@londonpolice.ca
3. Skylar Franke, Ward 11 City Councillor
- Wortley Road traffic counter stats from May 27th, 2024. (5796 cars traveled in a day)
- Ward boundary review underway & could split Old South. Learn more and provide feedback here: Preliminary options.
- City is reviewing special events support. More info
- There is a $500 neighbourhood events fund
4. Halloween in the Village (Laurie Tomé, hitv.ca)
- More Safety & Security: More Police & St. John’s Ambulance
- Thank you sponsors for your support! The event couldn’t happen without you.
- Event is community run, not for profit and benefits London’s Children’s Hospital.
5. Old South Community Organization Update (Nicole Phillips)
(In addition to OSCO’s partnership with Halloween in the Village…)
- Dec 7th Christmas in the Village (event Facebook page)
- Nov 30th OSCO Xmas tree sales start at Independent Grocer.
- SOHO neighbourhood community organization coming together. 1st market on Saturday that was well attended.
- OSCO Thames pool survey has 600+ responses from Old South. (Survey link) Ideas for where to make a facility for a new pool coming in 2025.
6. Recap on Business Mixer & World Car Free Day
Mixer:
- Had the most people attending to date
- Thanks to Wortley Roadhouse for hosting.
- Next Mixer will be at Highland Country Club Thu Feb 13th 4:30-6pm.
Car Free Day (Marion Robinson & David Stanford):
- Instead of a party, want consideration for living in a section of the community without cars.
- Thanks to all Old South businesses involved in the event.
- Help wanted for 2025 event! Contact Marian Robinson to volunteer: mrobins7@uwo.ca
7. OSBA Short Survey
Take the 2024 survey!: www.OldSouthBA.com/survey
- Help direct the OSBA into 2025 on how to better support you and the Old South Community..
8. OSBA London Knights Box Suite Night
- Opportunity to get free tickets for the box suite for Friday’s London Knights game. (https://www.oldsouthba.com/knightsbox)
> Follow up: Congrats to those that won the draw for the game! (Picture)
9. Communications & Memberships Report
- We’re growing! (Link to report)
- Now 62 members strong! Welcome to our newest members:
> Kate Harrison & Infinity Virtual Answering,
> Krista Smith & In My Hands - End of Life Doula & Holistic Practitioner
> Tim Eifert & Priority Massage & Health
> Charlotte Flemming & Elmwood Lawn Bowling Club
10. Business Community Happenings to promote
- MYLIE Group - Calling All Pet Lovers & Crafters!
- MYLIE Group - Food & Toy Drive
- Hutton House - Nov 12 Job Fair
- Wortley Village Shopping night: Thurs. Nov.21st 4-8 pm to kick off the Holidays. Christmas decor, music, and festive deals from participating retailers in the Wortley Village Business District. Get involved! Contact Ashley at Featherfields featherfields@rogers.com.
NEXT MEETINGS:
- Old South Business Awards: Thu November 14th, 7:30pm-9pm @ Idlewyld Inn at 36 Grand Avenue.
- Member’s Meeting: Thu January 9th, 4pm @ the Pickle Barrel at 387 Wellington Rd.
- Business Mixer: Thu February 13th 4:30-6pm @ Highland Country Club at 1922 Highland Heights. (Free hors d'oeuvres & first drink)
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