Around Your Corner

New officers were elected to the Bay View Neighborhood Association Board of Directors.  The new executive committee consists of president Patty Pritchard Thompson, vice president Mercedes Chavez, treasurer Dana Jones and secretary Anne Fisher.  Earlier in the month, district representatives, committee chairs and at-large members were elected.

The Bay View Neighborhood Association is a 501c3 charitable organization entering its fourth year of success in a vibrant, hip neighborhood.  With the help of its many volunteers, made up of both residents and local businesses, the BVNA has accomplished and continues to sponsor the Chill on the Hill summer concert series in Humboldt Park, nighttime trick-or-treat, the Winter Fun in Bay View event, KK Holiday, neighborhood clean-ups and beautification projects.

The BVNA looks forward to continuing its mission to maximize the quality of life for Bay View residents and promote economic growth though activities that facilitate an attractive, safe and diverse neighborhood.  For further information, please contact Patty Pritchard Thompson at 414-297-9783 or bayviewneighborhood@gmail.com.

The Chill on the Hill concert series in Humboldt Park is looking to book music for its Tuesday night lineup.  A wide range of musical genres is sought:  if your band plays rockabilly, salsa, swing, country, reggae, campesino, jazz, blues, polka, Irish music or something else entirely, the BVNA wants to hear from you!  Sound will be provided for bands and lineup will be completed by April 1^st.  Final band selection will be made by the Chill on the Hill planning committee.

Bands are required to arrive between 4:30 and 5:00 for sound check and will perform from 6:30 until 8:30, allowing for two sets with one 15 minute break.  Certain dates will have an opening act from 6:00 until 6:30 comprised of local school groups.

Please send media kits or web links containing the following:

1. Band name
2. Band contact person information (name, email, phone number, mailing address)
3. Band music sample (myspace page or other web link, or recording)
4. Band references (minimum of two professional references from previous bookings;  include name, contact information and website)
5. Band fee – remember, sound will be provided.  Please note whether your rate is negotiable
6. Date preferences – Please choose two possible dates;  the committee will assign a date from the options provided
7. Let us know what your Bay View connection is, if any

The Chill on the Hill concert series is a family-friendly event with the goal of providing an eclectic and diverse musical mix for the community to enjoy.  Concerts draw a large audience of music fans from Bay View and beyond;  average concert attendance is 400.

For further information, please contact Carol Voss at cvoss8@wi.rr.com with “Chill on the Hill” in the subject line of your email or call (414) 339-3045.

The Bay View Neighborhood Association is a not for profit, 501(c)3 organization which exists to maximize the quality of life for individuals and families, and to promote economic development in Bay View through activities that facilitate an attractive, safe and diverse neighborhood.  .  The BVNA was founded in 2004 and currently has over 150 members.  For further information, please visit us online at www.bayviewneighborhood.org.

by Jenn Rollings

The Bay View Neighborhood Association’s Annual Meeting was held February 18th at beautiful Mercy Hill Church in Bay View’s Hide House.  After a recap of BVNA successes and discussion of upcoming events, new members were elected to the board.

Board members for 2008 are as follows:

District 1:  Karen Block

District 2:  Patty Thompson

District 5:  Dana Jones

Districts 3 and 4 remain open.

Safety Committee:  Ann Phillippi

Public Spaces Committee:  Stephanie Harling

Communications Chair:  Jennifer Rollings

Environmental and Transportation Committee:  Christa Marlowe

Membership Committee Chair remains open.

At Large:  Mercedes Chavez

At Large:  Jennifer Bickel

At Large:  Carol Voss

At Large:  Mary Fisher

Past President:  Anne Fisher

The Bay View Neighborhood Association would like to thank everyone who braved the weather to attend our annual meeting and cast your votes.  Special thanks go out to new board members Mary Fisher, Karen Block and Ann Phillippi.  We thank you for your enthusiasm and commitment to the community!

The Bay View Neighborhood Association owes a debt of gratitude to outgoing members this year:  Membership chair Jane LeCapitaine is relocating to New Hampshire and her insight, creativity and drive will be sorely missed.  Vice President Michelle Wright has been a tireless volunteer and represented District 4 for three years.  At Large board member Heather Ryan is largely responsible for bringing Night Time Trick or Treat back to Bay View.  We have loved having you all at the BVNA and wish you all the best in your future endeavors!

If you are interested in filling an open position on the Bay View Neighborhood Association Board, please contact Anne Fisher at (414) 297-9783 or visit our website at bayviewneighborhood.org.

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