Blk Party Update 3
July 26, 2010 by Howard Olsen · Comments Off
Dianne and Kathleen met last sunday and cut out lots of big paper flowers and butterfly decorations.
We are asking that a person from each building hand them out to people in their building.
Everyone can then decorate them as they like and hang them up on the day.
We need everyone to spread the word about decorating their balconies on the theme of SUMMER FUN.
June 2010 Minutes
July 7, 2010 by Howard Olsen · Comments Off
HELD :
On Tuesday, June 28, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the Solo Room, 2228 Marstrand Avenue, Vancouver, B.C.
PRESENT
Howard Olsen President
Marc Prefontaine Vice President
Christine Funk Landscaping
REGRETS
Dominic Mattman Treasurer
Norm Bogner
STRATA AGENT
Bunny Porteous, Vancouver Condominium Services Ltd.
The meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m.
MINUTES
It was moved, seconded and carried to adopt the minutes of May 25, 2010 council meeting, as circulated.
Blk Party Update 1
July 7, 2010 by Howard Olsen · Comments Off
Thanks to all who came out last night to participate in organizing our 1st Annual Block Party. The Attendance record is attached as Volunteer Roster with each individual’s email and phone number.
Below is a summary of what we discussed:
- Permits:
Steve Macfarlane will spearhead this. The City normally requires not less than 8 weeks to issue permits for events like our but Steve has some connections that may be able to shorten this cycle since we are only 5 weeks away. (Lesson for next year … get the permit now) Also, Sport BC offers an insurance policy for $30 for event like these to limit liability of the organizers. Jennifer from the O’Keefe will look into how they may be able to help with the permitting process as they have been through this before. - Kids’ Activities:
Ideas include face painting, sidewalk chalk art and having a table set up where kid can colour pieces of a mosaic. Provident Security will provide a giant inflatable slide (20’ X 10’) and the staffing to run it. - Pet Activities:
Clare will check with Tisol about sponsorship and organize the pet activities. - Food / BBQ / Beverage
There will be no food or beverage sales as this changes the nature of the event. We will do a corn roast and provide the corn and BBQs. Residents will treat the event as “Pick Nick” and can use the BBQs to cook their own meats. As for the supply of BBQs and Coolers, Jennifer will check with O’Keefe what equipment they have and possibly supply BBQs and Cooks, Cathy will check with Kerrisdale Lumber about their “”Big BBQ” and if we cant find one from these “Sponsors” we can rent from Lonsdale Rentals. Heather will check with The Gramercy Grill about what capacity they wish to participate and will also check with the Farmers Market People about getting the corn. Howard will talk to IGA and London Drugs if they would like to sponsor as we would love to have Ice Cream available. - Games
it’s generally agreed that residents who want to play games will bring their own toys. We’ll bring a Bace Ball set, others will bring croquet, Frisbees, etc….. - Entertainment / Music:
Howard has called a couple of radio stations to inquire about their interest in doing a “Live Broadcast” if we don’t get any response for the radio stations, we’ll set up a small PA with music. - Decorations:
Frances is well experienced in setting up decorations for this type of event and will take on this project. Ideas include getting the units facing the greenway to hang coordinated streamers from their balconies. Lindsay Wilkinson has offered to contribute Sutton Balloons and The O’Keefe may have the Helium tanks and resources to fill them. We also talked about getting “Hello My Name Is” tags and getting everyone to wear a name tag. - Budget:
This doesn’t need to be a big budget event. The purpose is to have a great first party, get the neighbourhood interacting socially and use this as a springboard to next year. The goal will be to get a contribution of $100 per strata to cover Miscellaneous expenses. To that end, Howard has secured “Not More Than” $500 from LMS 3170 to get things rolling. It’s also suggested that we have a signup sheet for people who want to volunteer to get next year’s party going …. - Clean Up Crew:
Cathy Lepard, owner of Clean Sites Removal has stepped up to lead the clean-up crew, she’s got a truck, 12 garbage cans and a couple of brooms. Cathy is just one person however, so we will all participate in making sure the event ends like “No Trace Camping!”
Thanks again to all who showed up. We’ll have a great event.
Blk Party Update 2
July 7, 2010 by Howard Olsen · Comments Off
Hello All,
Just a quick update subsequent to Monday’s Launch Meeting.
I’ve heard through the grapevine that Steve MAY have good news for us vis a vis the permit. I’ll leave it to him to get us an update.
As I mentioned Monday, I’d like to arrange entertainment for the block party. I just heard back from one of the radio stations that they are interested in doing a remote broadcast so, I can’t confirm yet, but there’s a good chance we’ll have entertainment.
Save The Date: Block Party!
July 3, 2010 by Howard Olsen · Comments Off
We’re Having A Block Party!
The date has been saved, the community is getting excited and we’re now in the organizing phase.
This will be an awesome opportunity to get the community together, to get know each other and have a ton of fun together! It’s something our community has wanted for a long time. To pull this off we’re going to need volunteers and supplies. With a few hands and a bit of organizing this will be light work and huge success for all.
Our First Meeting Monday July 5th:
On Monday July 5 at 7:00 PM we’ll have our first meeting to organize volunteers and make light work of this event for everyone. These are some of the areas we need help with:
If you’re interested in Participating Meet Us Monday July 5:
When: Monday July 5, 2010
Time: 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Where: Club Solo Meeting Room – 2228 Marstrand Ave.
Register: Sign Up As A Volunteer
