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Page 2 Chamber of Commerce, Sunday, February 20, 1983
1982 in Review
A letter from the
1982 Chamber President
Your 1982 Chamber of Commerce performed
effectively because of the broad based volunteer
involvement in a wide variety of areas. Of the 1500
Chamber members 444 volunteers participated in
57 different committee efforts under 9 different
divisions. These volunteers represented the largest
single force in our community working to improve
the economic viability of Bryan -College Station.
All volunteers deserve appreciation for their ef-
forts toward continuous community improve-
ment.
Although all divisions accomplished outstan-
ding work the progress in two divisions was highly
visible because of organizational changes. When
in January of 1982 the Information and Hospitali-
ty Center merged with the Chamber, the Chamber
established the Convention Visitor Division,
allowing it to stimulate further growth of an often
overlooked industry, tourism. Tourism enriched
Brazos County by $52 million worth of travel -
generated expenditures in 1982, an amount which
places the county in the top 10 percent of Texas
counties. Continued Chamber emphasis will bring
even larger convention tourism dividends.
The industrial division helped to create good
working communications among the four in-
dustrial foundations seeking to attract new in-
dustry to the community, because these four
groups providing research, high-tech, and
manufacturing/warehouse sites work closely with
the Chamber. Bryan -College Station has the best
possibility of attracting industry that will continue
to improve our economic basis.
As demonstrated in the success of the 1982 pro-
grams the work of collective Chamber members
can and will exert significant impact on Bryan -
College Station.
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Agriculture Division
Ramiro Galindo, Vice President
During 1982 the Agriculture
Division held several important
activities.
As in the past 25 years, the
Chamber of Commerce assisted
the Brazos County Youth
Livestock Association in produc-
ing the 1982 Brazos County
Youth Livestock Show & Auc-
tion. Through the efforts of the
Sales Committee of the
Chamber, the total amount of
money raised this year exceeds
135,000 for the four hour auc-
tion, which was a record never
achieved before.
On April 6 the Agriculture Ap-
preciation Banquet was held at
the Brazos Center. Some 400 per-
sons heard State Agriculture
Commissioner Reagan Brown as
he commended the work of the
J.P. Watson
farmers of Brazos Valley.
On July 8 Texas A&M Univer-
sity held its Farm Operations
Field Day. The Agriculture Divi-
sion assisted in the publicity on
the Field Day and was a co-
sponsor of this event with other
Brazos Valley Chambers and
TAMU.
The Agriculture Division also
supported the FHA Fashion
Show held in July.
On August 19 the Agriculture
Division sponsored an
Agriculture Marketing Seminar
at the Chamber dealing with
market hedging through future
sales.
In late October, the Ag Divi-
sion sponsored the Third Annual
Brazos County Hay Show. This
show is designed to acquaint area
Ramiro Galindo
ranchers with proper procedures
on growing quality hay for
Aivestock production.
A committee to consider the
possibility of establishing a
Brazos County Agricultural
museum was formed and funded.
An effort to facilitate usage of
he Brazos County Pavilion was
nitiated with County authorities.
Civic Division
J.P. Watson, Vice President
During 1982 the Civic Division
assisted with several projects.
On February 20, the Chamber
gave its assistance to a "March
for America" Parade.
On April 3, a Chili Cook -off
and fund raiser for the newly
formed Brazos Valley Crimestop-
pers organization was conducted
at College Station Industrial Park
located south on Highway 6. The
occasion was also used by the
College Station Industrial Foun-
dation for the dedication of their
Industrial Park.
Work continued in 1982 on a
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housing survey and a health
survey for the Bryan -College Sta-
tion area.
Also in 1982, the Civic Divi-
sion once again sent a represen-
tative from the area to testify on
behalf of the Millican Lake Pro-
ject. Gary Anderson was sent by
the Chamber to represent us in
Washington D.C. on this project.
The Civic Division also
presented awards to six local
businesses in conjunction with
the Beautify Brazos County
Association for storefront im-
provements.
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1982 Annual Report
Commercial Division
Jim Scamardo, Vice President
In 1982 the Commercial Divi-
sion accomplished much for the
Chamber of Commerce through
a number of seminars for small
businesses. In addition to these,
the Commercial Division also
completed a survey of small
businesses in early January of
1982.
The Small Business Council
produced the Practical Advertis-
ing Workshop on January 21 at
the Ramada Inn.
In early March the Commercial
Division produced the Brazos
Valley Economic Outlook Con-
ference for 1982. Several state of-
ficials and local businesspersons
spoke at this outlook conference
which was well received by the
business community of Bryan -
College Station.
In late March the Chamber
sponsored an Oilfield Theft
Seminar. The net result of the
seminar was the formation of the
Petroleum & Energy Committee
of the Chamber.
During April the Small
Business Council sponsored a
seminar for computers in small
business. This seminar was at-
tended by 65 persons at the Ag-
gieland Inn.
In early May the Small
Business Council honored Ben
Hardeman, Outstanding Small
Business Person of Texas, at a
Recognition Banquet held Mav 6
at the Aggieland Inn. More than
200 persons attended this ban-
quet in Hardeman's honor.
On May 17 the Day with CBA
was arranged through the College
of Business Administration at
TAMU with the Commercial
Division assisting in publicity for
the activity.
On May 27 the Small Business
Council presented a seminar on
Record Keeping for small
business. This seminar was well
attended by 35 persons at
Republic Bank A&M.
In late June the Small Business
Council produced a seminar in
conjunction with the local
S.C.O.R.E. office (Service Corps
of Retired Executives) on "How
to Start Your Own Business."
This seminar was well received
and attended by nearly 75 per-
sons.
In late July the Small Business
Council produced a seminar on
Customer Relations. This
seminar was held at the Bryan of-
fice of the Chamber and was at-
tended by 35 persons.
On September 8 the Commer-
cial Division also sponsored a
seminar on proper accounting for
the Sales & Use Tax.
The Small Business Council,
on September 21, co-sponsored a
Personnel Management
Workshop with the Brazos Valley
Personnel Association, at the Ag-
gieland Inn.
On October 26 and 28 two
Business to Business Breakfasts
were held in Bryan and College
Station to determine the needs of
the small business community.
The Small Business Council
sponsored this activity and it was
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well received by approximately 50
persons.
On October 27 nearly 100 per-
sons attended the Hot Checks
Seminar sponsored by the Small
Business Council at the College
Station Community Center. _
On November 11 the
Petroleum & Energy Committee
sponsored an Energy Luncheon
whereby Chamber members were
briefed on the recent
breakthrough in the hydrogen
fuel discovery.
On November 17 the Economic
Outlook Planning Luncheon was
held where representatives from
approximately seven Chambers
of Commerce in the Brazos
Valley area were in attendance.
A seminar on "How to Do
Business with TAMU" was well
received by the persons of the
business community. The Univer-
sity Committee plans to conduct
a similar seminar during 1983.
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1982 Annual Report
Convention and Visitors Bureau
Dan LaMountt
Dan LaMountt, Vice President
Co-sponsored the first Texas
Triathlon, an event involving
swimming, running, and biking,
that drew more than 500 par-
ticipants.
Sponsored the third annual
Brazos de Dios Rodeo and
Western Fiesta that included a
sold -out rodeo crowd and record
high number of festival par-
ticipants.
Provided services for a
number of conventions in Bryan -
College Station such as the Texas
Association of Regional Coun-
cils, American Association of
Engineering Educators, and
others.
Encouraged cooperation bet-
ween the local Texas Restaurant
Association and the Chamber.
Initiated the purchase of new
equipment for the Convention
Visitors Bureau.
Visitors to the Center increas-
ed by 22.6 percent over 1981.
Made presentations to the ci-
ty councils of both Bryan and
College Station to secure tax fun-
ding for the College Station of-
fice.
Set up contract to secure the
future working relationship bet-
ween Brazos de Dios and the
Chamber of Commerce.
Impact of Travel on Brazos Countyi
Total Expenditures (in Millions) Local Tax Receipts (in Thousands)
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1982 Annual Report
Harold Chilton
Education Division
Harold Chilton, Vice President
During 1982 the Educational
Division was involved on several
fronts.
The Secondary Education
Committee sponsored the second
annual Vocational Student Lun-
cheon on February 11 at the
Ramada Inn. Some 65 students
from Bryan and College Station
High Schools were honored as
being outstanding vocational
students. Each student took a
tour of local industries im-
mediately following the lun-
cheon.
On April 22 the University
Committee sponsored a barbecue
for the Fightin' Texas Aggie
Band. Over 500 bandsmen and
their dates enjoyed a barbecue
meal at the Texas Hall of Fame.
This activity was paid for by
donations from the business com-
munity throughout the state of
Texas. Funds donated in excess
of the cost of the affair were
donated to the Texas Aggie
Band.
In late July a reception was
held for the new A&M
Chancellor, Dr. Arthur Hansen.
In late August the members of
the University committee assisted
the graduate students at orienta-
tion at Texas A&M by providing
maps, brochures and other in -
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students.
On September 1, a luncheon
was held at the Briarcrest Coun-
try Club honoring two TAMU
students. The purpose of this ac-
tivity was to recognize the im-
portance of incoming freshmen
to the business community of the
Bryan -College Station area.
On November 1, the Secondary
Education Committee sponsored
a Teachers Appreciation Day for
all teachers in the Bryan -College
Station area. Each teacher was
given a certificate of appreciation
from the Chamber of Commerce
stressing the importance of
teachers to our way of life.
The Education Division also
assisted the Texas Athletic
Department in promoting the
First Annual A&M Alumni Foot-
ball Game.
On November 16 the Universi-
ty Committee sponsored a
seminar on How to Do Business
With TAMU. This seminar was
well received by *the persons of
the business community. The
University Committee plans to
conduct another similar seminar
during 1983. Plans were also laid
for the Brazos Leadership Pro-
gram, with an anticipated first
class in 1983.
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1982 Annual Report
William V. Muse
Jerrell Teltow
Industrial Division
William V. Muse, Vice President
1982 was an interesting and
formative year for the Industrial
Division of the Bryan -College
Station Chamber of Commerce.
A major focus was on develop-
ing a mechanism for a
cooperative industrial develop-
ment program with the various
industrial foundations within
Brazos County.
In December of 1982, the
Board of Directors approved an
industrial development policy
that established an Industrial
Development Committee com-
prised of a representative from
the Brazos County Industrial
Foundation, the Bryan Develop-
ment Foundation, the College
Station Industrial Development
Foundation, and Texas A&M
University. This committee,
chaired by Chamber Executive
Vice President Pat Mann, will be
responsible for coordinating the
recruiting of industrial firms to
the B -CS area.
Organization Division
Jerrell Teltow, Vice President
During 1982 the Organization
Division conducted several pro-
jects which are noteworthy.
On February 25 the Organiza-
tion Division sponsored the 1982
Annual Banquet. Nearly 700 per-
sons heard A&M Chancellor
Frank Hubert give an outstan-
ding speech on the role of TAMU
in the Bryan -College Station
area.
During the summer of 1982,
Branch Manager Robert Nelson
and Anne Bell were sent to In-
stitutes for Organization
Management at SMU and Col-
orado.
In late September of 1982, the
Blazers conducted the first Fall
Membership Drive for the
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members and almost $6,000 in
revenue for the Chamber.
The Organization Division also
conducted several membership
meetings during November to
ascertain the needs of the
membership and how to meet
these needs in the Program of
Work. These meetings were held
at the Bryan office of the
Chamber and were attended by
approximately 85 persons. In
mid-December a Planning
Retreat was held by the 1983
Board of Directors to determine
the Program of Work for 1983.
This activity was held at a
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Celia Stallings
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Public Relations Division
Celia Stallings, Vice President
A new logo was developed in
cooperation with the Organiza-
tion Division and the Blazers.
Several representatives were
secured to attend Chamber of
Commerce banquets in the
Brazos Valley Area.
The 1982 Program of Work
and 1981 Annual Report was
developed and published in
tabloid form that was distributed
to all subscribers of the Eagle and
to those in attendance at the An-
nual Banquet.
A reception for Dr. Arthur
Hansen, new Chancellor of Texas
A&M System, was held at Briar -
crest in cooperation with the
education division.
The official Bryan -College
Station map was revised to in-
clude residential subdivisions in
both cities and the country.
The largest ever Holiday
Parade was held in Bryan -College
Station on November 21.
The development of a video
tape production showing most
facets of our community was
begun.
Transportation Division
Churchill Jones, Vice President
During 1982 much of the work
of the Transportation Division
was dedicated to the preliminary
work concerning the im-
provements planned for the air-
port in Bryan -College Station.
On April 21 a luncheon was
held at Briarcrest Country Club
for the chairman of the State
Highway Commission, Robert
H. Dedman. This activity was
funded by the banks of Brazos
County and was well received by
the commissioner.
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The Transportation Division
also produced a survey of the
Chamber membership concern-
ing airport improvements. This
survey was conducted by the
Metropolitan Planning Organiza-
tion in conjunction with the cities
of Bryan -College Station, as well
as Brazos County.
In addition to the survey, the
Chamber also assisted in the fun-
ding of an Air Transportation
Needs Study, prepared by the
Texas Transportation Institute at
TAMU.
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James E. Scamardo, 1983 President
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By all major personal and business standards,
Bryan -College Station is an above average com-
munity. The economy in Brazos County has been
affected less than most communities by the
depressed national economy and will be among
the first to experience a strong economic boom as
the national economy continues to improve.
One of the major considerations in 1983 will be
to solicit positive input and active participation
from the membership and community leaders on
an ongoing basis during the year. Home is impor-
tant to all of us, so we should get involved and be
concerned about planning for the future of our
community. This community will continue to
grow and prosper, but planning for quality life
and orderly growth is really what is most impor-
tant.
I am confident that we will have a successful
Chamber year because of the caliber and quality
of people who have agreed to serve in leadership
positions in 1983. Please review details regarding
our Program of Work and become familiar with
the Chamber officers and directors who have ac-
cepted specific responsibility for community
Chamber projects this year. I am honored to have
the opportunity to serve as your Chamber Presi-
dent and look forward to working with you
because I know we can make significant communi-
ty progress together in 1983.
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1983 Program of Work _
Pat Siegert
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Agriculture Division
Pat Siegert, Vice President
The object of the Agriculture
Division for 1983 will be to pro-
vide recognition for the
agriculture community in the
Bryan -College Station area ... to
enhance the role agriculture plays
in our local economy and to en-
courage the youth of the com-
munity to consider careers in
agriculture.
Committees
Agriculture Committee — Co -
Chairmen — Vince Patrenalla,
John Sykes
Sponsor a recognition ban-
quet for area agriculture leaders.
Examine the need for im-
plementing a Brazos County
Fair.
Provide assistance to the
County Extension Agent in pro-
moting and developing
agriculture programs in Brazos
County.
Sponsor special programs
from time to time that enhance
the image of agriculture in our
community.
Livestock Show Committee —
Carl Tema, Chairman
To provide support from the
business community in the ongo-
ing enhancement of the Brazos
County Youth Livestock Show.
Assist and advise the Brazos
County Youth Livestock Show
Association on revisions of the
catalog for the Youth Livestock
Show.
Provide support from the
business community for the pur-
chase of animals for sale at the
Brazos County Youth Livestock
Show Auction held annually in
March.
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1983 Program of Work
Ben Hardeman
Commercial Division
Ben Hardeman, Vice President
The object of the Commercial
Division for 1983 will be to pro-
vide programs that benefit the
business community by improv-
ing the business climate of the
area. The primary goal of the
Commercial division will be to in-
crease involvement and
awareness of the small business
community in the Chamber of
Commerce activities. A secon-
dary goal will be to increase the
participation of minority
business people in the Chamber
of Commerce activities. This
division will also be concerned
with the production of the Brazos
Valley Economic Outlook con-
ference.
The Commercial division will
consist of three committees for
1983:
Small Business Council — Nancy
Crouch, Chairman
Sponsor and develop pro-
grams of an educational nature
for persons in small business in
the Bryan -College Station area.
Provide input to the
Chamber Board of Directors con-
cerning the needs of persons in
small business.
Provide a vehicle whereby
more Chamber members can
become involved on a regular
basis in Chamber of Commerce
activities.
Petroleum & Energy Committee
Emil Ogden, Chairman
Produce programs that are of
general nature concerning the
petroleum and energy industries
in and around the Bryan -College
Station area that may be of in-
terest to the general public.
Disseminate information
concerning the oil and gas in-
dustry by maintaining a library of
useful information at the Bryan
office of the Chamber.
Work toward better relations
between the general community
and the oil and gas industry in the
Bryan -College Station area.
Review legislation that has a
potential impact on the energy in-
dustries operating in the Bryan -
College Station area.
Community Alliance Committee
Bill Brown, Chairman
Provide input to the
Chamber Board of Directors con-
cerning the needs and interests of
minority people in the business
community.
To recruit active participants
and leaders for service on other
Chamber committees so that the
Chamber can better represent the
entire business community.
Page 12 Chamber of Commerce, Sunday, February 20, 1983
1983 Program of Work
Community Af fairs
Alton Bowen, Vice President
The object of this division will
be to provide those services and
programs designed to maintain
and enhance the quality of life in
our community by encouraging
and promoting better law en-
forcement, better health services,
and adequate leadership training.
Health Services Committee —
Bobby Morgan, Chairman
Assist local health care
facilities to provide quality health
care for persons in the Bryan -
College Station area.
Actively involve physicians
and other professional persons in
the program of the Chamber of
Commerce.
Provide input to state and na-
tional_ agencies requesting cer-
tifrcates of need for expanding
hospital facilities for the Bryan -
College Station area.
Military Affairs — Louis Hecox,
Chairman
Examine the need for
establishing a committee to pro-
vide a liaison between the
business community and military
personnel living in our communi-
ty.
Work toward better relations
between the active military and
reserve forces in the Bryan -
College Station area.
Civic Recognition — Lee
Hensley, Chairman
Expand a systematic program
whereby public servants are
recognized for their ac-
complishments in the cities of
Bryan and College Station.
Give recognition to law en-
forcement officers and firemen
who perform above and beyond
the call of duty.
Leadership Training Program —
Bill Youngkin, Chairman
Plan and conduct the Leader-
ship Training Program beginning
in 1983.
Evaluate the Leadership Pro-
gram and identify potential com-
munity leaders for the Chamber
of Commerce and other volun-
tary organizations within the
community.
Post Secondary Education Com-
mittee — Malon Southerland,
Chairman
Provide those programs
necessary to enhance the relations
between Texas A&M University
and the business community of
Bryan -College Station.
Sponsor various business
seminars in conjunction with the
College of Business Administra-
tion and the Texas Engineering
Extension Service as well as the
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business community.
Actively involve all post
secondary programs in the
Bryan -College Station area, in-
cluding both private and public
institutions such as Mackenzie
Baldwin Business College and
Blinn College.
Secondary Education — Gordon
Pratt Jr., Chairman
Continue support for the
vocational education programs in
the Bryan -College Station area by
continuing the vocational student
luncheon.
Continue support for
teachers for National Teacher's
Appreciation Day activities.
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1983 Program of Work
Convention/Visitors Bureau
Louis Newman III, Vice President
The object of the Conven-
tion/Visitors Bureau will provide
those programs and services that
encourage tourism and conven-
tion activity in Bryan -College
Station. In recognition of the
economic potential of this con-
vention industry this division in-
tends to stimulate the local
economy with new money by
developing, soliciting and attrac-
ting conventions and visitors.
The development of materials
and acquisition of equipment to
achieve this purpose will be a ma-
jor priority.
Convention Committee — John
Richards
Establish a direct mail pro-
gram whereby local organizations
will be invited to host their
district conferences and conven-
tions in the Bryan -College Sta-
tion area.
Prepare a professional audio-
visual presentation of the Bryan -
College Station area for use in
convention solicitation.
Assist in the establishment of
a Hotel/Motel Association in the
Bryan -College Station area to
further enhance conven-
tion/visitor activities for the
area.
Establish communications
with commuter airlines serving
the Bryan -College Station area
and provide more services to
visitors utilizing the airport
facilities.
Visitor Information — Ken
Martin
Maintain and expand current
services available to the traveling
public in the area of information.
Continue and expand the
Mini Tours" Program to assist
persons in finding places to go
and things to do in the Brazos
Valley.
Update and revise publica-
tions as needed for the Conven-
tions/Visitors Bureau as needed.
Continue to update and
maintain a calendar of events for
the Bryan -College Station area.
Continue to maintain and
publish new materials which will
be of assistance to persons
visiting our area either on a short
or long term basis.
Seek new avenues to
disseminate materials.
Motion Picture & Television
Committee — Glynn A. Williams
Jr.
The purpose of this commit-
tee shall be to attract motion pic-
tures and original television pro-
duction to the Bryan -College Sta-
tion area, and to that end shall
assist the Texas Film Commission
and producers in location
scouting, production coordina-
tion and liaison. The Committee
shall also obtain and provide the
Texas Film Commission with ad-
ditional information as might be
requested.
In addition to the standing
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committees this division will pro-
vide liaison representation to the
Athletic Federation, Brazos de
Dios, the Arts Council and others
as deemed appropriate.
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1983 Program of Work
William V. Muse
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Industrial Division
William V. Muse, Vice President
The object of the Industrial
Division is to develop programs
to assist industrial firms in-
terested in locating in Brazos
County. In doing so, it will
cooperate with Industrial Foun-
dations or other organizations
and individuals who have an in-
terest in attracting industry.
The Chamber of Commerce
will designate one employee who
shall be responsible for managing
its Industrial Development Pro-
gram. In addition to this
employee, the primary activities
of this division will be carried out
by the Industrial Development
Committee.
Industrial Development Commit-
tee — Frank Hubert, Chairman
Involve representatives of the
Brazos County Industrial Foun-
dation, the Bryan Development
Foundation, College Station In-
dusrial Development Founda-
tion, and Texas A&M University.
Develop various procedures
concerning industrial recruitment
and implements these pro-
cedures.
Promote the two cities, Texas
A&M University, and Brazos
County as potential industrial
sites by maintaining information
in attractive formats that will be
of interest and usefulness to in-
dustrial prospects.
Establish files on industrial
prospects containing information
provided by or coNected about
the prospects.
Maintain a close working
relationship with all agencies in-
volved in industrial recruitment
for the overall benefit of Brazos
County.
Industrial Development Steering Committee
The Industrial Development Steering Committee meets bi-weekly
to coordinate county industrial efforts.
The committee consists of Bill Muse, Industrial Division Vice
President; Pat Mann, Chamber staff coordinator; Frank Hubert,
Texas A&M University; Ed Latta, Bryan Development Founda-
tion; Johnny Lampo, Brazos County Industrial Development
Foundation, and Dennis Goehring, College Station Industrial
Development Foundation.
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Chamber of Commerce, Sunday, February 20, 1983 Page 15
1983 Program of Work
Tony Jones
Organization Division
Tony Jones, Vice President
The object of the Organization
division for 1983 will be to assist
the Chamber staff in providing
guidelines and methods to pro-
duce a more efficient organiza-
tion.
Blazers — Bob Kee, President
Plan and direct a fall and spr-
ing membership drive for the
Chamber of Commerce.
Generate a minimum of
22,000 for the Chamber in "new
money" in 1983.
Conduct new member orienta-
tion breakfasts designed to ac-
quaint new members with the
structure of the Chamber.
Membership Meetings — Janice
Mosley, Chairman
Conduct quarterly member-
ship meetings to inform the
membership on current activities
of the Chamber.
Plan and conduct the 1984
Annual Chamber Banquet.
Office Location Committee —
Red Cashion, Chairman
Continue to receive input
from the general membership con-
cerning the possible relocation of
the Chamber of Commerce into a
consolidated central location.
Policy Development Committee
Harold Chilton, Chairman.
Continue to examine existing
Chamber policies and by-laws to
ensure that they are current and
up-to-date.
Program of Work 1984 — John
Williams, Chairman
Continue a program whereby
the Chamber membership has a
direct, personal, and individualiz-
ed input to the 1984 Program of
Work.
Staff Evaluation Committee —
Jim Scamardo, Chairman
Continue the evaluation of the
Chamber of Commerce staff on a
regular, systematic basis.
You Will Never Be Sorry —
for thinking before acting,
for hearing before judging,
for forgiving your enemies,
for being candid and frank,
for helping a fallen brother,
for being honest in busines,
for thinking before speaking,
for being loyal to your church,
for standing by your principles,
for stopping your ears to gossip,
for bridling a slanderous tongue,
for harboring only pure thoughts,
for sympathizing with the afflicted,
for being courteous and kind to all.
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Page 16 Chamber of Commerce, Sunday, February 20, 1983
1983 Program of Work
Ramiro Galindo
Public Relations Division
Ramiro A. Galindo, Vine President
The object of the Public Rela-
tions Division is to present and
communicate to the people of
Bryan -College Station the leader-
ship role that the Chamber plays
in developing and preserving a
good business and social climate
capable of improving the
economic prosperity and social
well-being of all its citizenry.
Four committees will operate
under the Public Relations Divi-
sion in 1983. These Committees
are:
Holiday Parade Committee —
Rodger Lewis
Plan and produce the 1983
Holiday Parade
Community and Area Image
Committee
Speakers Bureau — Switzer
Deason
Establish on-going pro-
gram of Chamber Represen-
tatives to speak at meetings of
clubs and organizations of the
community.
Auctio-Visual — Glenn
Dromlgoole
Adapt audio-visual tape to
show lin local movies promoting
community image to local
residents.
Govenamental Affairs — Phil
Adams
Plan and produce legislative
breakfasts.
Community Information — Jim
Reynoli3s
Form a direct link to those
groups in our community who
regularly invite and receive
special guests from the state and
national levels and increase
Chamber of Commerce par-
ticipatiOn in the events surroun-
ding these visits.
Twelve Things to Remember
1. The value of time. 7. The influence of example.
2. The success of perseverance. 8. The obligation of duty.
3. The pleasure of working. 9. The wisdom of economy.
4. The dignity of simplicity. 10. The virtue of patience.
5. The worth of character. 11. The improvement of talent,
6. The power of kindness. 12. The joy of originating.
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1983 Program of Work
Churchill Jones
Page 17
Transportation Division
Churchill W. Jones, Vice President
The Transportation Division
will continue its liaison work with
local government and Texas A&M
University officials to ensure that
the transportation needs of the
citizens and businesses of Bryan -
College Station are being con-
sidered on an equitable priority
basis. Emphasis in 1983, as in
1982, will be toward the improve-
ment of major thoroughfares area
highways, and the community's
air transportation.
There will be two committees
operating in 1983 to fulfil the
Division's objective.
Air Transportation Committee —
John R. Hughey, Chairman
Interface with local govern-
ment and Texas A&M University
officials on community air
transportation needs through the
Transportation Division Vice
President who serves on the Air-
port Study Committee established
by the Chancellor of the Texas
A&M University System.
Perform surveys, as needed,
of local businesses and citizens on
air transportation matters for in-
put to the Airport Study Commit-
tee.
Increase the awareness of
Bryan -College Station businesses
and citizens about local air
transportation issues including air
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Road Committee — Ronald E.
Hale, Chairman
Continue to work for im-
provements on the East ByPass
Highway 6) and on other major
roadways, monitoring common
priorities developed by officials of
the Chamber, Brazos County,
Bryan, College Station, and the
Highway Department.
Continue to work on Highway
6 enhancements throughout
Brazos County.
Continue efforts to achieve
better east/west access throughout
the Bryan -College Station area.
Coordinate educational pro-
grams on roads and highways to
improve public awareness of cur-
rent projects in the Bryan -College
Station area and to report on the
progress of the Roads Committee.
Continue liaison meetings
with local state legislators and the
Department of Highways and
Public Transportation.
Continue to encourage
membership by local citizens and
businesses in the Texas Good
Roads/Transportation Associa-
tion to further ensure that the
transportation concerns of Bryan -
College Station are emphasized in
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Page 18 Chamber of Commerce, Sunday, February 20, 1983
1983 Program of Work
Larry Linder
Treasurer
Larry Linder
The role of the Treasurer in '
E bl' h th d
1983 will be to oversee the finan-
cial condition of the Chamber. In
addition to maintaining all books
and financial records of the
Chamber, the Treasurer will be
responsible for chairing all com-
mittees that are discussing matters
relating to the financial operation
of the Chamber.
The following committees will
be formed in 1983 and will operate
under the direction of the
Treasurer:
Dues Evaluation Committee
Initiate a program to review
the existing dues paid by members
of the Chamber.
sta is an ongoing me o
to evaluate the financial committ-
ments of existing memberships in
relationship to their business size
and industry.
Budget Committee
Review all budget requests
from Division Vice Presidents as
necessary for the production of
the 1983 Chamber of Commerce
budget.
Review staff requests for addi-
tional Expenditures and operating
funds for the Bryan and College
Station offices.
Prepare and produce the an-
nual budget for the Bryan office
and the College Station office.
Ten Marks of a Good Citizen
1. He is well informed on local and world af-
fairs.
2. He is courteous, unselfish, friendly — gets
along well with others — is a good neighbor.
3. He is sincere, dependable, and takes an active
part in the church or religious community of his
choice.
4. He appreciates what others have done for
him and accepts responsibility for the future bet-
terment of his community.
5. He is fair and .lust in his relations with others.
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8. He is interested in the freedom and welfare of
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9. He is productive — renders a worthwhile ser-
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1983 Chamber Banquet
Thursday, February 24, 7 p.m., Brazos Center
James "Doc" Blakeley
Banquet Speaker
Ken Martin
Ken Martin Family Restaurants
Master of Ceremonies
Banquet Speaker
Doc" Blakely is a full-time professional
speaker with over a decade of experience and suc-
cess behind him. He has traveled from South
America to Canada delivering messages of inspira-
tion and success riddled with his brand of good,
clean humor. Many of his speeches have been
recorded live and made available to the public
through commercial tape cassette recordings.
Dr. Blakely was born in Rush Springs,
Oklahoma, and was reared in Duval County,
Texas. He holds the Bachelors degree from Sam
Houston State University in Texas and the masters
and Doctor of Philosophy degrees from the
University of Missouri. He is a private pilot,
author, writer, and consulting editor for Reston
Publishing, a Prentice -Hall company. He writes a
weekly syndicated humor column entitled "Pokin'
Fun." He is a former member of the Board of
Directors of the National Speakers Association.
He has written five books, the latest of which is
Doc Blakely's handbook of Wit and Pungent
Humor.
Janice Moseley
RepublicBank A&M
Banquet Chairman
Banquet Theme
The theme for this year's banquet, "Progress
Together," immediately brought to mind the use
of the new Bryan -College Station Chamber of
Commerce logo (two chains linked together) and
colors of red, white and blue indicating a unity of
strength from both communities striving for one
main effort — a better place to work, to live and
to do business.
There are thousands of volunteered man hours
for Chamber functions of one kind or another
given in all areas. However, the annual banquet is
the function where everyone from all divisions
come together in a relaxed atmosphere, share
ideas and get better acquainted with one another.
Innovations this year such as the clustered
tables, music and fellowship were initiated to en-
courage open communication which is a top
priority in 1983. Board members and Blazers were
given coordinated lapel ribbons so they can be
easily identified to encourage discussion about our
activities during the banquet. We hope the warm,
friendly atmosphere of the banquet will continue
throughout the year.
Janice Moseley
Banquet Committee Chairman
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1983 Board of Directors
John H. "Jack" Adams
Branch Manager
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1983 Board of Directors
Ramiro A. Galindo
President
and Chief Executive Officer
G Group of Companies
Children: Sid, Kim, Lis
Ben Hardeman
President & Chairman of Board
O.M.C.
Wife: Devy
Children: Jennifer, Ginger
John Hughey
Chairman of Board
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O.I. Corp.
Wife: Jane
Children: Travis, Jay, Melissa
Lee Hensley
Officer
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Wife: Frances
Children: Lewis IV, Joy Elizabeth
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Husband: J.C.
Children: Stormy, Mark, Chris, Sam
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Page 22 Chamber of Commerce, Sunday, February 20, 1983
1983 Board of Directors
Churchill Jones
Chairman of Board
and Chief Executive Officer
Republic Bank of A&M
Wife: Carol
Children: Courtney, Chris
Tony Jones
President
Tony Jones Contruction Com-
pany
Wife: Sandy
Children: Charles, Lauri
William V. Muse
Vice Chancellor
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Texas A&M University System
Wife: Marlene
Children: Amy, Ellen, Van
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Page 24 Chamber of Commerce, Sunday, February 20, 1983
1983 Board of Directors
M. Pat Siegert
Vice President
University National Bank
Wife: Peggy Ellison
Son: Ryan
Celia Stallings
Manager & Corporate Secretary
University Title Company
Husband: Bob
Children: Quinn, Ashley, Leigh
Marvin Tate
Partner, Courtney & Tate Realty
Vice President for Marketing
Joe Courtney Inca
Partner, JCI Properties
Wife: Cindy
Derrell D. Teltow
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Chamber Staff
From left: Anne Bell, Pat Mann, Terry Rivera, Mary Brannen, Mary Nunley, Jo Halsell, Stella Wright
The Chamber of Commerce staff consists of
seven persons.
Pat Mann serves as Executive Vice President
and General Manager. Mann, a native of Arl-
ington, Texas, has been with the Bryan -College
Station Chamber since 1966. He and his wife,
Evelyn, have two grown sons.
Anne Bell is Branch Manager after being Direc-
tor of the Information and Hospitality Center for
three years. She lives in College Station with her
two sons.
Jo Halsell, Office Manager, has been employed
by the Chamber since 1972. She and her husband,
Kay, have two grown sons.
Mary Brannen is the Visitors Bureau Coor-
dinator at the College Station office. She has four
grown children.
Terry Rivera, Receptionist, has been a member
of the Chamber staff since November 1980. She
and her husband, Camillo, have two sons and a
daughter.
Stella Wright joined the Chamber office staff in
January. She and husband Jim have four children.
They recently returned to this area after being
away for five years.
Mary Nunley has worked for the Chamber for
five months. Previously she was a student in
secondary education at Texas A&M University.
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1983 Blazers
Bob Kee
Bob Kee, President
The Blazers, now in their
twelfth year, are keeping pace
with a dynamic community. As
the official ambassador and
recruitment arm of the Chamber
of Commerce, the Blazers are set-
ting new records and higher stan-
dards in their support of the
Chamber. They provide for
ground breakings, grand open-
ings, expansions of existing
businesses, recruiting of new
Chamber members, and sponser
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Their goal of $23,000 in new
memberships for 1983 reflects the
optimism the Blazers have for
both the continuing development
of Bryan -College Station and the
important role of the Chamber of
Commerce.
With personal initiative and
self-motivation, each individual
establishes a goal to sell new
memberships, then strives to
achieve that goal.
The Bryan -College Station
Blazers are unique because they
are the only Chamber organiza-
tion in a Texas SMSA that gives
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chamber to all new members as
being:
A voluntary organization of
people and businesses who are in-
vesting their time and money to
improve our economic, civic and
cultural well being.
A service institution to pro-
vide a medium through which
people can take effective action
for progress.
Local radio, television and
newspapers all play an essential
role in contributing to the success
of the Blazer program.
While membership investment
is a matter of personal cons-
cience, minimum dues are $50 for
individuals, $75 for service
organizations and $125 for
businesses.
officers for 1982 are: Presi-
dent, Robert L. Kee (sales
manager of Newman Printing
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Steve Aldrich (investment broker
with A.G. Edwards); Secretary,
Sabrina Rhodes (assistant vice
president with First City National
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1983 Blazers
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Network Security
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Steve Aldrich
A.G. Edwards & Sons
Judy Anderson
Theater Consultant
Lee Cargill
RepublicBank A&M
Nancy Barron
EastMark
Lisa Aldrich
Owner, Comfort Zones
Peggy Calliham
College Station
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1983 Blazers
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What is the Chamber?
Our Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary
organization of citizens who are investing their
time and money in a community development pro-
gram — working together to improve the
economic, civic and cultural well-being of the
area.
Any citizen who is interested in helping to
develop our area (which means more money —
more business — more jobs and better living for
everyone) is eligible to be a member of our
Chamber of Commerce. The dues structure is
designed to permit the smallest business or any
professional person to be a member.
Our Chamber of Commerce is composed of
Committee Workers, Directors, and Officers who
serve without pay. The Executive Vice President
Manager) and his staff who devote their full time
to our Chamber of Commerce are the only paid
employees.
What does it do?
Our Chamber of Commerce is a service institu-
tion and an action organization. It provides a
medium through which people can take effective
action for the progress of the community.
It helps to create job opportunities through
stimulation of industrial and commercial growth,
for established and new firms.
It seeks the improvement of community
facilities... streets,_Wghways, parks, schools, and
marketing facilities.
It brings conventions, sales meetings, and other
gatherings to our cities, thus bringing more money
into the area.
It works toward developing the agriculture and
agricultural industry of the area.
In all these functions, our Chamber of Com-
merce is serving as a branch — a partner — of
every business and every professional person in
our area.
How does it work?
Our Chamber of Commerce functions through
working committees which are the backbone of
the organization. Money, planning, inspiration
and guidance are useless unless the members work
vigorously on the committee of their choice.
Careful study is made of the community needs
ind an action blueprint, the program of work, is
iesigned. The goal of the program is always to
reate more dollars for more people and to im-
prove the economic welfare of all.
Every member has a voice in determining the
policies and projects and every member is needed
to work on an active committee to get the job
done.
At present several committees are operating in
the area of Agriculture, Industry, Civic Develop-
ment, Commercial Development and Tourist
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How The Chamber
Serves The Community
Reference Materials
GROWTH ARTICLES SCRAPBOOK: A
newspaper clipping scrapbook on the growth of B-
CS is maintained; information includes building
permits, bank deposits, company announcements,
and other current growth articles.
ECONOMIC FACTS BOOK: The Chamber of
Commerce and the Local Industrial Foundations
publish the Economic Fact Book and Community
Information Folder. It contains current informa-
tion of the economic growth of the Bryan -College
Station SMSA. These books may be purchased by
the public.
CITY DIRECTORIES: Our library contains Ci-
ty Directories from many Texas cities.
TELEPHONE BOOKS: These books are
available from many Texas cities, including the
Yellow Pages from our larger cities.
ALMANACS: The Chamber Library has
available copies of the Texas Almanac dating back
for several years.
HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Historical in-
formation is available in the Chamber Library
about the B -CS area, along with other interesting
information.
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY: We keep a file
on Texas A&A University and are advised of cur-
rent developments as they happen on the campus.
Prospective Newcomers
LIST OF APARTMENTS: This listing includes
all apartment complexes in the B -CS area, listing
each address and phone number.
APARTMENT PRICE GUIDE: List of Motels
and Restaurants gives the name, address,
telephone, number of rooms.
LIST OF CHURCHES: A list of churches by
denominations; name, address, and phone
number.
LIST OF EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: An
up-to-date list of employment agencies and in-
Brazos
Main Office:
formation concerning employment at Texas A&M
as well as the Texas Employment Commission.
LIST OF MANUFACTURERS: A comprehen-
sive list of firms. Company's name, address,
telephone number, approximate number of
employees and the product manufactured.
LIST OF MOBILE HOME PARKS: Gives the
name, address, phone number of mobile home
parks in the B -CS area. A general location map
with mobile home parks designated on back.
LIST OF REAL ESTATE AGENCIES:
Includes agency name, address and phone
number. Only members of the Chamber of Com-
merce are listed.
Business Aids
EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS: The Small
Business Council of your Chamber is actively in-
volved in producing seminars of interest to small
business. Shoplifting, Advertising, Recordkeeping
and other related topics are covered in these pro-
grams.
LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST: Through the
Public Relations Division the Chamber is involved
in a legislative Breakfast Program whereby
members are able to meet with our state and
federal elected officials concerning items of in-
terest in the B -CS area.
SBA RESOURCE CENTER: The Chamber of
Commerce has been designated as a resource
center by the Small Business Administration.
Many small business publications are available
through our resource center.
OVERVIEW OF B -CS: Your Chamber main-
tains an up-to-date slide presentation on the
Bryan -College Station area. This 12 minute
presentation is available through the Chamber of-
fice. (It is available by reservation.)
FORMAL OPENINGS: Your Chamber pro-
vides a ribbon and related publicity for formal
opening ceremonies. There is no charge for this
service for Chamber members.
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How The Chamber
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Chamber Materials
FREE NAME TAGS: In conjunction with the
cities of Bryan and College Station, your Chamber
offers free name badges for your group's
meetings. (Quantities may be limited.)
MEMBERSHIP PLAQUES: Your Chamber
provides each member with an black with gold
membership plaque.
VINYL BANNERS: These attractive 12" by
36" maroon banners proclaim B -CS home of the
Fightin' Texas Aggies."
Community Information
MAPS: Chamber of Commerce has city street
maps of Bryan -College Station area available.
First one is given free and 50 cents charge for
others.
PROSPECTIVE NEW RESIDENTS: A weekly
list of prospective new residents comprised of in-
quiries by mail and phone that our staff has per-
sonally answered. This list is available each
Wednesday at noon in the Chamber office.
MEETING HALLS: A listing of meeting places
for rent in the B -CS area. Includes meeting space
for non-profit agencies as well as private parties.
HORSE STALLS FOR RENT: We maintain a
list of horse stalls for persons desiring to house
large animals.
THIS WEEK AT A&M: Your Chamber
distributes This Week at A&M, published by the
Office of Public Information at Texas A&M. This
weekly publication provides information as to
what groups are meeting at Texas A&M and the
approximate number of people involved.
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY: A membership
directory is produced yearly listing all Chamber
members by type of business, including the
owner's name, address and phone number.
CHAMBER NEWSLETTER: A monthly
newsletter is produced by the Chamber staff which
contains information about Chamber activities to
keep the membership informed.
FREE BROCHURES: Your Chamber publishes
a number of informative brochures; included is
Community Profile, Points of Interest, and
general information. (Copies may be limited.)
HISTORY OF BRYAN -COLLEGE STA-
TION: A brief single sheet history traces our
history from its earliest beginnings.
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS: A list of
clubs and organizations is maintained for the B-
CS area. It is updated each summer and is
available at no charge.
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How you can help
This is your opportunity to make known your desire to serve on the committee of
your choice. Please consider the areas listed below and rank in order the three commit-
tees that you would prefer to serve on. Details on tasks and goals appear in the annual
report in this section. If you are not yet a member of the Bryan -College Station
Chamber call 779-2278 and learn how you can join this team.
Agriculture:
Agriculure
Livestock Show
Commercial:
Small Business Council
Petroleum and Energy
Community Alliance
Community Affairs:
Health Services
Military Affairs
Civic Recognition
Leadership Training Program
Post Secondary Education
Secondary Education
Convention and Visitors Bureau:
Convention
Visitor Information
Motion Picture and Television
Organization:
Blazers
Membership Meetings
Policy Development
Public Relations:
Holiday Parade
Speakers Bureau
Audio -Visual
Governmental Affairs
Community Information
Transportation
Roads
Air Transportation
Mail this page to:
B -CS Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 726
Bryan, Texas 77801 Date
Name of Member
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