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3 | Page CHOCVB BOD Meeting August 19 , 2015 also noted that the Bureau is now subscribing to an extended database with EmpowerMint that enables a more specific search for planners with needs that are more suitable to our market. Old Business No old business to discuss New Business/Roundtable Chairman Carey recognized former board member, Bob Ward. Mr. Ward presented the board with the idea of bringing back the campaign “Southern Part of Heaven” citing that in several recent national press conferences, that term was used. Laurie Paolicelli followed with a brief summary of past campaigns, the most recent being “The Edge of the Triangle”. Paolicelli committed to further discussion and running it by the ad agency. Lee Pavao also mentioned “The Feeling Never Leaves You” Annette Stone began the roundtable stating that the band Future Island brought about 4200 attendees; approximately 800 were from Chapel Hill/Carrboro, about ½ of the remainder were from the Triangle, and the other ½ were from North Carolina (outside the Triangle) and other states. Ms. Stone reported that with the TDA’s involvement, several Carrboro restaurants have announced their participation in the Small Plate Crawl. In other news, Stone talked about sculptures/plants and signage around town hall. Upcoming Carrboro events include: TerraVita Friday night dinner, and the Farmer’s Markets Pepper Day. She also briefly spoke on the connection with student housing and Airbnb. Libbie Hough spoke on the peaceful demonstrations with the NAACP and Confederate flag enthusiasts, about 600 people attended in plus the annual Rural Heritage bicycle fest happened at the same time. Ms. Hough reported that the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough has an open position for a Communications and Visitors Center Coordinator. The Town of Hillsborough has made an offer for the Tourism position. Upcoming events include: Ayr Mount (year-long events), Occoneechee Mtn. Geology Hike, and fundraiser for Orange Opens its heart at Hot Tin Roof. Debbie Hepp gave an update on arts news reporting that on September 3rd, the Arts Commission will celebrate its 30yr anniversary at the Whitted Building and the OCAC‘s launched a new website design. Aaron Bachenheimer announced the Fall Good Neighbor Night Out & Block Party begins at 5pm at the Hargraves Center. Also upcoming Transfer in the Community Night at TOPO. Meg McGurk reported that Greg Overbeck will have on permanent loan, old nostalgic photos of downtown that were given to her, in the upstairs of Spankys. She also reported that Spanky’s will produce a brochure about the photos Karen DeHart reported that NCHSAA launched a new initiative focusing on health and safety for high school students. Ms. DeHart also reported that over the last 5 years, over a million dollars has gone back to the schools by the Association. Penny Rich inquired if the dollars went specifically to athletics. Ms. DeHart said there is no way of telling as the funds go directly to the schools’ principles. Board members had a brief discussion on promoting soccer tournaments. Laurie Paolicelli commented that the Bureau has for a long time tried to position the area as a destination for soccer tournaments. Gordon Merklein volunteered to provide contacts for people that may want to be involved next year. Paolicelli noted that David Stancil, Director of DEAPR for Orange County would be a good contact. The next board meeting will be September 16 at Performance AutoMall. Rob Bruce, Director of The Friday Center and Tar Heel Athletics will be invited to present.