Some KDI Members Aren't Paying Dues, Board Told
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
Roger Moynahan advised the Kosciusko Development Inc. board Wednesday that certain members aren't paying their dues to the organization
Moynahan, this year's executive board president, said the topic was discussed by the executive committee.
"The majority of the folks here are very generous," he said of members who served in 2002. "Others don't contribute."
The group's by-laws state executive board members must be contributing members.
"Do we make special exceptions or change the by-laws?" Moynahan asked.
Ivy Tech Dean Joann Walgamuth said the college didn't have money to pay for chalk, let alone KDI dues, but she could provide in-kind services like a meeting room.
Craig Allebach advised the group to send another letter and make special exceptions case by case.
"Buying into something gives you ownership," he said, "whether it's $25 or $2,500. Maybe Ivy Tech could find a business sponsor."
Executive director Joy McCarthy-Sessing said she hoped Walgamuth didn't feel picked on, that there were other public and private business representatives who hadn't paid.
Brian Redshaw said he agreed with Allebach about buying in, "You either want to do it or not. If you want to be a part, then you pay."
The item will be rehashed by the executive committee.
Moynahan also asked for advise regarding which properties to keep listed on the KDI Web site, kdi-in.com Traditionally, all available industrial sites are posted. Recently, commercial buildings of more than 10,000 square feet have been added. The board approved the addition of these commercial properties.
In other business the board:
• Heard from Jean Gosney, economic development coordinator, there were seven requests for information regarding available properties.
On Jan. 29, 18 people attended the manufacturer's council meeting with an Indiana Manufacturer's Association representative and a Purdue University professor as guest speakers.
Gosney said the small business counselor was booked through April and another "Staring Your Own Small Business" workshop will be March 25.
• Discussed sponsoring a joint meeting with Chamber members and public officials regarding KDI and its role in economic development.
• Retained Dana Krull as financial auditor.
• Reviewed a letter sent to State Representative Sheila Klinker regarding Clean Manufacturing Technology and Safe Materials Institute located at Purdue University, urging the funding remain in place for the program. Copies were sent to state representatives and senators.
• Heard that McCarthy-Sessing met with the new Indiana Department of Commerce regional representative Sharon Kendall. [[In-content Ad]]
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Roger Moynahan advised the Kosciusko Development Inc. board Wednesday that certain members aren't paying their dues to the organization
Moynahan, this year's executive board president, said the topic was discussed by the executive committee.
"The majority of the folks here are very generous," he said of members who served in 2002. "Others don't contribute."
The group's by-laws state executive board members must be contributing members.
"Do we make special exceptions or change the by-laws?" Moynahan asked.
Ivy Tech Dean Joann Walgamuth said the college didn't have money to pay for chalk, let alone KDI dues, but she could provide in-kind services like a meeting room.
Craig Allebach advised the group to send another letter and make special exceptions case by case.
"Buying into something gives you ownership," he said, "whether it's $25 or $2,500. Maybe Ivy Tech could find a business sponsor."
Executive director Joy McCarthy-Sessing said she hoped Walgamuth didn't feel picked on, that there were other public and private business representatives who hadn't paid.
Brian Redshaw said he agreed with Allebach about buying in, "You either want to do it or not. If you want to be a part, then you pay."
The item will be rehashed by the executive committee.
Moynahan also asked for advise regarding which properties to keep listed on the KDI Web site, kdi-in.com Traditionally, all available industrial sites are posted. Recently, commercial buildings of more than 10,000 square feet have been added. The board approved the addition of these commercial properties.
In other business the board:
• Heard from Jean Gosney, economic development coordinator, there were seven requests for information regarding available properties.
On Jan. 29, 18 people attended the manufacturer's council meeting with an Indiana Manufacturer's Association representative and a Purdue University professor as guest speakers.
Gosney said the small business counselor was booked through April and another "Staring Your Own Small Business" workshop will be March 25.
• Discussed sponsoring a joint meeting with Chamber members and public officials regarding KDI and its role in economic development.
• Retained Dana Krull as financial auditor.
• Reviewed a letter sent to State Representative Sheila Klinker regarding Clean Manufacturing Technology and Safe Materials Institute located at Purdue University, urging the funding remain in place for the program. Copies were sent to state representatives and senators.
• Heard that McCarthy-Sessing met with the new Indiana Department of Commerce regional representative Sharon Kendall. [[In-content Ad]]