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The Old Fairhaven AssociationThe organization of those who love and support our historic district.to "... promote Fairhaven as a community while preserving the historical character." Below: Meetings | Membership | Board of Directors | Separate page: OFA By-Laws. Lists and FormsPDF files - easy to download and print
Info about advertising on the 2012 Fairhaven Walking Map - includes prices and is easy to print pdf. Ad order form for the 2012 Walking Map - download, print, fill out and mail. Alert List - used by businesses to alert each other in emergencies. Merchant Discount List - updated November 2011. The mutual exchange of discounts for employees by businesses in Fairhaven Contact infoOld Fairhaven Association
1106 Harris Ave, #313 Bellingham, WA 98225 Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) President, Jody Finnegan ( .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) ) Vice President, Katie Swanson ( .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) ) Treasurer, Shannon Day ( .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) ) Secretary, Amy Electra Squires ( .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) ) MeetingsMerchant Meetings
Monthly Merchant meetings are open to participation by all members. Discussion items include marketing, events, news, publicity, introductions of new business owners, and often a presentation on a relevant Fairhaven issue. Meetings are held at Village Books in the downstairs author reading area, and start at 9 am sharp, ending just before 10 am so merchants may get their businesses open. Enter through the Colophon Cafe door off the Village Green. Merchant meetings are on the second Wednesday of each month, except there is no meeting in December. 2012 - Jan 11, Feb 8, March 14, April 11, May 9, June 13, July 11, Aug 8, Sep 12, Oct 10 and Nov 14. Board of Directors Meetings All Association members are welcome to attend board meetings. Board meetings start at 6:15 pm in the community room of the Whidbey Island Bank. In March, the board meeting is the annual General Membership meeting and is held at a special venue to be announced. Board meetings are on the second Thursday of each month, except there is no meeting in August and December. 2012 - Jan 12, Feb 9, March 15, April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, Sep 13, Oct 11 and Nov 8. Thursday, March 15, 2012 - Annual Membership Meeting - 6:00 to 8:00 pm - at a place TBD. All members are encouraged to attend. The Board will give their annual report to the members and this is a fun meeting for all. Refreshments will be served. MembershipMembership Enrollment form - Instructions are on the form. This is an easy to download and print PDF file.
Why should you join the Old Fairhaven Association? Easy to download and print PDF file. Why join? Read the the two page PDF file. Here is a brief summary. It's About Value to your Business ... When businesses are healthy, the whole district is empowered. Locals and visitors want to experience a thriving district in which they feel safe and comfortable to shop, eat, find services, and do their business. The OFA wants to help bring people to our district and help publicize your business. The PDF file lists 6 benefits your business courtesy of membership. It's About Fairhaven, this Unique Part of Bellingham ... Your business is here because you recognize the unique qualities of Fairhaven. We have a draw that no one else can offer with a feeling of quality, friendly comfort, special events, and independent businesses. The beautiful buildings, streets and trails of Fairhaven beckon you to explore. We need your support to help keep it the beautiful and inviting place it is. The PDF file lists 2 important facts about business in Fairhaven. It's About Community ... The Old Fairhaven Association is a non-profit, all volunteer organization founded in 1972 to promote the Fairhaven area while preserving its historic character. The OFA board of directors and members work together year round to promote the success of the district and your business. Your membership in OFA will help support our wonderful community and a healthy thriving district. The PDF file lists 7 specifics that are relevant to successful business efforts. Who May Join? Any Fairhaven business non-profit organization or interested individual. What does it Cost? Annual membership dues are based on number of employees, and individual or business status. Participating in the advertising program is optional ~ however, the more businesses that contribute towards advertising, the better job we can do with exposure for us all! Advertising funds are allocated both locally and regionally.
Our Membership Year is July - June If you are new to the OFA and joining in a month other than July, we will pro-rate for the remaining part of the year. For pro-rated dues, divide the dues rate by 12 and multiply by the remaining number of months in the dues year (July - June). Joining month _______________ for rate of $______ + Advertising Contribution $_______ = $_______ How do I get Involved? It's easy! Just complete and return the Membership Enrollment form with a check for your dues. Make your check payable to: The Old Fairhaven Association. Mail to: OFA, 1106 Harris Ave., # 313, Bellingham, WA 98225 For more information, contact Linda Stone, Membership Chair, at Good Earth Pottery. Or phone: 360-319-5895 Board of DirectorsThe Board meets monthly and conducts the business of the Association. Election of the Directors by all Association members takes place each November. Directors are elected for two year terms with a portion being elected each year. For 2012, there are 15 Directors. The last election was on Wednesday, Nov 9, 2011. If you are interested in running for the board next November, contact the Chair of the Elections Committee, Pam Went at: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Board members for 2012 are:
Ex Officio members:
Former Board Members It is fitting to list the many Association members who have served on the Board of Directors and helped our historic district prosper, grow, change, morph and change again over the years. The Association was started in April, 1972, and this is obviously only a start towards listing those who were on the board over the decades. If you were on the board, please email your board term information or any corrections of the info below.
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