March 09

The March GOBA meeting will be March 5, 2009 at The Oakboro Music Hall at noon. Guest speaker will be Donna Harwood of the Stanly County Older Adult Services (OASIS).

 A buffet lunch will be available from Boomers Cafe for minimal cost. Last month 49 people attended - possibly a record. Let's each bring a friend or two and break that one!

Continue to watch the GReater Oakboro Business Association for further news. A new year has begun with new officers. The blog will continue with periodic updates, news, and information essential to the business community. The organization voted on Thursday, February 5, 2009 to incorporate and to seek non-profit status with the Internal Revenue Service. This is a major step in positioning the group as a leader in the community. The group met in the Oakboro Music Hall now under the management of Boomers Cafe housed in the historic Fountain Grill Building.

December meeting

The December meeting of the Greater Oakboro Business Association will be Dec. 4th at noon at the Oakboro Music Hall. Several items of importance will be discussed including a revision of by-laws for the organization. The Oakboro Christmas Parade will be at 7:00PM the same day, preceded by a tree-lighting sponsored by GOBA. Business folks and individuals interested in the good of the town are invited to all meetings.

New officers for the coming year will be voted on at the Dec. meeting. Show your support for the activities of the organization by attending this important meeting.

September 11, 2001

The October GOBA meeting will be at noon on Oct. 2, 2008. The meeting place is unknown at this time since Big John's Smokehouse has closed. An attempt will be made to continue to use the Music Hall. Speakers in October are Janet Sistare of Stanly County United Way and Charles Collini, candidate for District Court Judge.

A second meeting Oct. 2 will be at 7:00PM at the Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall for those unable to attend luncheon meetings. There will be a business session but no outside speakers.

GOBA will continue to sponsor the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony for the Oakboro Christmas Parade. More information can be obtained from the myor Joyce Little at Oakboro Town Hall.

GREATER OAKBORO BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
AGENDA
THURSDAY,AUGUST 7, 2008

Call to Order

Welcome

Invocation - Rev. Terrell Watts

MEAL

Minutes - Secretary Ryan Story

Treasurer’s Report - Reggie Hinson

Guest - Dana Stoogenke, Rocky River Rural Planning Organization

7. Reports

Town of Oakboro - Larry Branch, Town Manager
Chief of Police - Joe Lowder
Convention and Visitors Bureau - Chris Lambert
Chamber of Commerce - CaShaun Miller
Oakboro Fire and Rescue July 4th - Jim Cameron

8. New Business/Discussion

Announcements

10. Adjournment

Next Meeting: Thursday,12:00 Noon
September 4, 2008
Big John’s Smokehouse/Music Hall

Oakboro Cruise-In

The Greater Oakboro Business Association sponsors a major event monthly in Oakboro - a cruise-in. Classic cars, hot rods, kit cars, trucks and motorcycles line the streets the fourth Friday of each month beginning at 5:00 PM. Many regional car clubs drive down in groups to share their enthusiasm with the crowds. During the months of April through October, there is a burnout for those who want to join the crowds of thousands and see smoke billow, often until the tires blow out! Local restaurants and food vendors are available in this street carnival atmosphere. For more information and photos, go to www.oakborocruisein.com.

The Town of Oakboro also has information on its web site about the history of the town and current information. Check it out on www.oakboro.com.

Stoogenka to speak at GOBA



Dana Stoogenka, Director of the Rocky River Rural Planning Organization, will discuss transportation needs for the Oakboro area at the Greater Oakboro Business Association meeting on Thursday, August 7, 2008 at noon at the Oakboro Music Hall.

Members as well as other business owners and citizens are encouraged to attend to take advantage of the opportunity to ask questions and offer opinions on transportation issues such as sidewalks, greenspaces, and bicycle trails.

The purpose of the Greater Oakboro Business Association is to promote
the economic well-being of the community through the cooperative efforts of
its members and the Town of Oakboro. Meetings are held monthly and are open to the public. Lunch is available from Bog John’s Smokehouse for a reduced price.