North Yarmouth Business Association
Toddy Brook Golf Club Meeting Room
Minutes August 9, 2012
| Attendance | Michael Babin, Marilyn Matthews, Brian Bartlett, Janice Selig, Thaddeus Day, Leslie Taisey, Chris TyllMeeting called to order 7:05 am |
| Presentation | Thad Day introduced guest speaker Chris Tyll to the group. Chris owns the Old Port Portland franchise of Pat’s Pizza, and is a resident of Cumberland. He is running for State Senate against incumbent Chris Woodbury in District 11 which includes Cumberland, Yarmouth, No Yarmouth, Gray, Chebeague and Long Islands. Districts are determined by population in the towns mentioned. He was featured last year in the “Forty Under Forty” emerging leaders in Maine.Chris was inspired to run for office by the small business needs he faced, and the roadblocks he encountered, when setting up his Pat’s Pizza franchise. Creating jobs was easy, once he had jumped through all the hurdles of setting up a business, the greater challenge is maintaining and growing a small business. Estate tax is a large hurdle to growing a business in Maine, as when you SELL it you face a 7 1/2 % tax. This could be more if you die, or sell to family.Chris feels there should be much more accountability is programs such as MaineCare and other State programs. People should be able to try and maintain as much independence as possible before turning to full nursing facility care. Full care should be for the neediest of folks.
Chris spent thirteen years in Special Forces Military Command, did four tours in Iraq, so has strong background in management and getting things done. Overall, he has a broad understanding of what it takes to run small business, how to lead, and wants the future of Maine’s families to be strong. He feels Maine Government is comprised of “older” members who are resistant to change, mostly retired. He could bring a fresh sense of leadership and build a strong momentum if elected. He wants to hear from small businessowners as to “what Augusta needs to do?”
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| Minutes of the 7/12/2012 meeting were unanimously approved. | |
| Discussion | Funday reservation has been completed and check sent to Committee by Leslie Taisey. The Deckers have graciously offered us use of a 10 x 10 tent that day. We will man the table from 9:30 am – 2 pm. |
| Reports | Treasurer Leslie Taisey reported those members whose renewal dues have been received, invoices were prepared and sent /emailed to all members by Marilyn Matthews July 18th. Several more checks were submitted at the meeting.Thad Day has arranged for our next two meeting speakers, in September will be Sue Austin, and October Dick Woodbury. |
Meeting adjourned at 8:10 AM — Next meeting will be held Sept. 13, 2012 at Toddy Brook Cafe.
Respectfully Submitted: Marilyn Matthews, Secretary