Meeting Minutes for Wednesday, January 8, 2025
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Bluemont Citizens Association
Meeting Minutes for Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Bluemont Community Center
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In Attendance: Bill Bogard, Melissa Hess, Mike Jackwood, Hillary Perkins, Jen Stone, John Sullivan, Peter Weeks, Kate Zurschmeide
Meeting called to order: Peter Weeks – presiding
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BCA Officers Election:
The following individuals were elected by unanimous vote:
- President: Peter Weeks
- Vice President Bill Bogard
- Secretary: Melissa Hess
- Treasurer: Dave Ewald (Interim), Hillary Perkins
Standing Committees:
Bluemont Fair 2025 News:
- We will choose a theme for the fair on February 12
- Artwork will be selected in April
- There will be preparations after that
- Dinner for volunteers will be September 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Bluemont Fair dates at the BCC: (exact time TBD)
- February 12
- April 30
- June 25
- August 13 at a local winery or brewery (Date to be confirmed)
- September 10 at Bluemont Station
Bluemont Heritage/TWA Memorial Archives:
- We continue to receive letters from families who attended the December 1 memorial event. All letters are being archived by the museum.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors:
- A discussion took place regarding the living situation and current needs for an 81-year-old Bluemont neighbor who is living alone and needs help.
- Discussion included considering possible interim steps during the exceptionally cold winter temperatures, finding out more about available resources, getting professional assistance, and figuring out what is best course of action in the long term.
- As a next step, a Loudoun County family counselor will be contacted.
Community Center Parks and Recreation Announcements:
- We will not be having the traditional Bluemont Shamrock race this year, but we will have a 5k and Kids Fun run at Great Country Farms.
- Preschool Registration 2024-26 begins February 11 for new families.
- Now hiring Summer Camp staff. Reach out to BCC for more information.
Registration required for the following:
- Parents Night Out 1/31 and 2/28 from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
- Canvas and Coffee (Paint with Mr. Don, February 13 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
- Evening Painting with Acrylics with Mr. Don, Wednesday, February 5-19
Next Meeting: • February 5, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. – Bluemont Community Center
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