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Increased
membership from 80 to near 200
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Developed
a substantial and constructive Web presence
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Implemented
the Welcome Basket program for new residents
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Implemented
the very successful "Business After Hours," an opportunity
to socialize at an individual ABA member's location
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Partnered
with many different organizations to begin thinking of an out-of-the-box
membership philosophy, getting back to the word "community"
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Moved our monthly meeting into the new state-of-the-art Ashland
Library
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Began
a true community event called Rediscover Ashland (enhancing
an already successful sidewalk sale) -- where everyone has a
chance to be part of Ashland's forward progress.
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Began
using online newsletters, and e-mail notices to announce them
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Actively
promoted ties between the ABA and town government by hosting
a barbecue and several Redevelopment Authority events
- Assisted
local families resettling from New Orleans as a result of Hurricane
Katrina
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Began
a quick introduction of each attendee at monthly meetings, to
encourage building relationships
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Increased
publicity and exposure for members via business card holders
around town
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Just
to name a few....
Friends of the Ashland Public Library
