By Helen Elkins
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
There was much on the agenda Thursday as the Fair Board held their first monthly meeting of 2015.
Fair Foundation member Al Bennett presented a historical report to the board recounting the Foundation’s start, the articles of incorporation, by-laws, and accomplishments. He proposed they “get back to the success of the past and continue that success,” declaring the war over between the Board and Foundation.
The upcoming reverse raffle, scheduled for Saturday, February 7, was discussed in detail. Registration starts at 5pm. Only 300 tickets will be sold for this event. Please contact a board member for tickets. Music, food, and auction items will be provided. Donated items for the auction will be accepted, as well.
Board members discussed livestock and entertainment for this year’s fair. An extra day was added for the harness racing. The Saturday and Sunday bands will be one each of rock and country. Fourth Friday fish fry was announced and will take place each month.
There was some discussion about work permits, the Gillette Building’s roof repair, an underground valve repair, and even Facebook administration issues.
But the big proposal of the evening was issued by guest Joe Schlosser from the Health Department. He made a plea to obtain the Gillette Building for a free two-day Healthcare Clinic provided by The National Guard.
The National Guard brings in everything and does the work; they set up and tear down, provide personnel, cover insurance costs, deliver supplies, and even donate their time to this cause.
Ohio Department of Health provides vaccinations and picks up any other cost not covered by the National Guard, and they will work with local hospital to provide bloodwork for patients.
The board unanimously voted to offer the Gillette Building, at no cost, to the Health Department for the two-day health clinic scheduled for August 8 and 9. Times of service will be 8am-5pm on Saturday and 8am-3pm on Sunday.
The Fair Board holds their meetings on the third Thursday of each month at 7pm in the Thaman Building at the fairgrounds.
Helen may be reached at
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