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Cooperation with business, professional and service groups
The Elmwood-Murdock FBLA members enjoyed serving their community in many ways. |
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MADD
The Elmwood-Murdock chapter participated in a “Lick Drunk Driving” campaign and sold Ozark Delight Suckers. The chapter raised $110 to donate to MADD. |
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March of Dimes
During the year, FBLA members campaigned to “Make Life Bear-able for Babies.” To educate the public on the mission of the March of Dimes, teddy bears were sold at sports events and in school. Additional money was raised by selling Data Match surveys. A total of $225 was donated to the March of Dimes. |
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Holiday Extravaganza
FBLA members helped the Elmwood-Murdock Merchants’ Association plan the Holiday Extravaganza, which was held November 27. Members coordinated many events. The festivities started with a movie, “Brother Bear,” shown at Flying Wheels Roller Rink. The Tree Lighting Ceremony followed at the city park. The town crier announced the pending arrival of the Christmas Princesses and Holiday Elves, who listened to children’s Christmas wishes. A soup supper was served by the Merchants’ Association. |
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Pie Bake-off/Bake Sale
In conjunction with the Holiday Extravaganza, FBLA members hosted a bake sale and the second annual Holiday Pie Bake-Off. The proceeds in the amount of $175 were donated to the GAR Hall. |
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Merchants’ Association
As a member of the Elmwood-Murdock Merchants’ Association, FBLA members were involved in planning the Holiday Extravaganza and the Celebration Banquet. The association continues to promote businesses in Elmwood and Murdock. Over forty businesses belong to the association. |
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Celebration Banquet
FBLA organized the second annual Merchants’ Association Celebration Banquet on January 7. Elizabeth Chase and J.L. Schmidt from the Nebraska Lied Main Street Program shared the keynote speech titled, “The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly.” The Merchants’ Association presented a scholarship to Morgan Smith. Good Neighbor Awards were presented, and the 2005 officers were installed. |
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Welcome Wagon
This booklet was created by FBLA members in conjunction with the Elmwood-Murdock Merchants’ Association. Businesses were encouraged to include advertisements. The purpose of the Welcome Wagon booklet is to welcome new residents to the communities and make them aware of the services the towns have to offer. |
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New Business Welcome
Elmwood and FBLA members welcomed one new business to the community this year. A plant was given to C & D’s Express in honor of their grand opening. |
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Get Out and Vote
Samantha Colbert introduced a new project to the chapter titled, “Get Out and Vote.” In recognition of the 2004 Presidential election, Colbert introduced an activity which would help promote voting in the community. A form was given to members, who were asked to fill it in with contact information of family, friends, relatives, and neighbors who would like to be reminded of the election date. Members contacted those people as the day approached. |
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