November 2007

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Greetings!

Another MCB Conference has been completed - but the community betterment work in communities all across the state continues every day.

The comments on each community from the judges have been sent. If you did not receive them contact Jan Simon at 660-259-4409 or at mcb@iland.net

Your MCB Board is already working on the planning process for next year. Thank you for filling out the conference survey. If you have suggestions please contact Jan Simon.

Thanks to all who attended and supported this year's conference. Your participation plays a vital part in the future of the MCB program.

In this issue of Community Matters
Congratulations Jameson...2007 MCB Grand Prize Winner
Have You Completed Your Conference Survey?
Conference Presentation Information Now Available
MCB Resource Directory Now Available on MCB Web Site
MCB Project Book Matrix
NAP Tax Credits Available
Friends of MCB Want You To Join Us
Have a Happy Thanksgiving

Have You Completed Your Conference Survey?


It is a goal to make the MCB conference the best it can be, we need your feedback on this year's conference and ideas on how we can make it even better.

If you haven't had a chance to complete the conference survey, please take a few moments to fill out the online survey and make your opinion count.

We would ask that all survey responses be completed by November 23. Fill out the survey by clicking here.

Conference Presentation Information Now Available


Several of the presenters from the conference have provided their materials to those interested in obtaining copies.

Continue to go to the MCB web site as more presentations will be added as they are received from the presenters. View a list of presenters materials at mcb web site.

MCB Resource Directory Now Available on MCB Web Site


The new MCB Resource Directory is now available on the MCB web site at mcb web site This directory will provide a tool for communities to be better able to continue to provide the quality of life that they want for their community.

The directory is a work in progress as new information will be added as it is received. If you have information that you would like added to the directory please contact Jan Simon at 660-259-4409 or at mcb@iland.net

The MCB Resource Directory is financially supported by Ameren Services. Please use the Resource Directory often!

MCB Project Book Matrix


Projects that were entered in the 2007 Awards Competition through a community project book are now listed on the mcb web site under the projects tab. If you are looking for a new project idea or have a project in mind please consider looking at the projects that are listed on the 2007 Project Book Matrix.

The matrix is designed so that the community name is listed first, then the population category size and following that the names of the projects that the listed community entered in the award competition this year.

If you would like more information on a project you may then go to the community listing and obtain a contact person name, address, phone number and email address. Please use which ever method of communication you prefer to obtain information about your inquiry.

To access the project book matrix go here.  

NAP Tax Credits Available


Missouri Community Betterment has been approved for Neighborhood Assistance Program 70% tax credits. If you are interested in obtaining some of these tax credits please contact Jan Simon at 660-259-4409 or at mcb@iland.net Certain project costs have been under-written by the MO Department of Economic Development Neighborhood Assistance Program.

Friends of MCB Want You To Join Us


Consider becoming a member of the "Friends of MCB". For your $50-249 membership your name will appear on the web site, in the conference program and other printed materials, as well as being introduced at the MCB luncheon and banquet and receiving an MCB pin. The number of Friends has increased this year, but we want you to join us also.

Please send your membership dues to Jan Simon, Executive Director of MCB at 22820 Hwy. 24, Dover, MO 64022. For more information about the "Friends of MCB" call Jan at 660-259-4409 or at mcb@iland.net or download the Friends of MCB membership form at mcb web site.

Have a Happy Thanksgiving


The MCB Board and Jan Simon wish each of you a very happy Thanksgiving. 
 
 
Secretary of State to Attend MCB Conference
 
We have just received notification that Secretary of State Robin Carnahan will be attending the MCB Awards Banquet and presenting the plaques to the winning youth groups and communities.

We are delighted that Secretary of State Carnahan is going to be with us and know that our communities and neighborhoods are very pleased to have her present the Governor's Awards for MCB.


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