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SPONSOR MEETING HELD
We held a sponsor's meeting on Saturday Feb 21st at 11:00 at the Mustard Seed to discuss the coming year, the club picnic, finding a new treasurer, the 2009 trip raffle and many other items. These are some of the highlights from the meeting:
Bar Info: Ken spoke and told us of some changes coming before next year. He is working on going all satellite on all TV's in the bar. We will not have to worry about any cable analog signals anymore. He also plans on replacing most of the older sets in the large main room with HD TV's which will be fabulous! Those are getting hard to watch! We are still going to be with Miller beer although Ken wanted to switch to Budweiser because of better service. Unfortunately, Budweiser doesn't have an NFL license to offer Packer logo 'd merchandise to offer Club members! So we stay with Miller beer for now! He is happy with the food and beverage sales and the chicken went well. The bar will still offer cheese curds and is trying to find the chicken cheese wedges, but has been unsuccessful so far! Due to the current economic times, parking will no longer be an issue as the Red Apple Market has closed and soon the drug store will close it's doors. It is a sad state to see these businesses gone and are glad The Mustard Seed is doing well.
This meeting marked the last day for Mary Ellen as Treasurer for the Club! She did a wonderful job and kept meticulous records of our finances! She reported that the Club had a banner season thanks to the generosity of members. Both raffles, trip and third quarter, were a great success. We gave out $2000 to four seperate charities and they all sent very nice letters of recognition. If we can get then scanned, copies will be posted to the site! We will miss Mary Ellen's dedication to the duties as Treasurer, but we expect to see her at most games though! Thank you for a job well done!
Another person doing a bang up job is Fan Rep Jerry Garner! He reported that the new trip raffle ticket pricing scheme has worked quite well, even better then expected. Although we sold 30% less tickets, our revenue generated per ticket sale increased by 50%. It also gives participants better odds at winning! It was decided by all attendees that the ticket prices will remain the same for the next season! Also the grand prize for the ticket raffle will remain a Packer home game!
We also decided on next season's Sponsor Raffle Grand Prize! The winner of the raffle will actually have a choice between two prizes that will be offered. One is a football autographed by Hall of Famer Gale Gillingham and the other prize is a Packer jersey autographed by Donald Driver! Only one prize will be won and the other prize will be held until the following season. As far as Sponsor sign up prizes goes, those have yet to be decided. Each Sponsor sign up will still receive a new Chevron to add to the Sponsor patches received last season. We are still going to offer the Cheeshead Wine for the half time home game prize drawings for Sponsors and we will be looking for special prizes for the away games. If you have any suggestions, let Gary or Jerry know. Try to have them priced around $15!
Other items discussed were promo items for the Club. We still have some license plate frames and window clings available for purchase. The Club has decided to forego ordering anymore bells for awhile. You can buy PISS bells from Joe, Mary Ellen, or Debbie during the game or go to the PISS web site to order online! There was some talk of ordering some new Club t - shirts that would be undated that could be sold as a new Club promo item. It will be looked into along with other ideas. Send the Club your ideas also! Finally, Jerry made a suggestion that might be something to think about. Have a Sponsor volunteer sign up form, for Sponsors to help out with certain game day duties to help out on, whether it be pass around the game board, help with seating, welcoming new people, etc. Remember, this is your Club and any help, thoughts, suggestions, ideas to help the Club be better is greatly appreciated!
Dates to remember: the Club Annual Picnic will be on Saturday, August 15 noon at Lake Sammamish State Park as usual. This time there just might be some special surprises coming to the picnic and you won't want to miss this one! Stay tuned to the web site for details coming! Also, the next Club Sponsors Meeting will be on May 16th! mark your calendars for both dates!!!
TAILGATE IN SEATTLE
The Packers came to town to meet and beat the Seahawks on October 12th! We had a lot already reserved for the big shindig next to the Hooverville Bar, 1721 1st Ave S, Seattle. We had a sold out tailgate party and had a great time pre and post game gathering. The weather was great and so was all the Packer and Seahawk Fans who joined us! The Club would like to show their appreciation and give Fan Rep Jerry Garner a big pat on the back for organizing a great event! Check out the photos here!
OUR CONDOLENCES
1944 - 2008
It is with sad news that Fan Rep Jerry Garner's father passed away just before the season opener. Jerry flew back to Wisconsin to be with family during this difficult time. The Club sends our thoughts and prayers to Jerry and his family and wish them all strength and light while dealing with these days of mourning!
RESERVED SEATING
The Club wants to make certain that we can accommodate as many Packer Fans as possible. Last season, many fans new and old were left standing or simply left because they could not find a seat. It is understood that you would like to sit with your guests especially if you are with a large group, but please have them arrive by game time. Once it is kick off, reserving tables/booths will not be permitted afterward. It is frustrating for those who are standing to see empty seats that are being held for people who sometimes do not show up until after half time. You might be asked to share your booth or table. We understand circumstances arise and we will be flexible to a certain extent but also ask for your flexibility and cooperation in helping provide a great game experience for all who show up on time!
WHAT IS PISS?
Just what is the meaning of the word PISS? Is it an acronym for something all Packer Fans feel each and every season? Yes it is and what it means is Packer Induced Stress Syndrome™ ! Three of our enterprising club Members came up with the phrase, trademarked it, and have set up an online store selling PISS merchandise. Starting small, they hope to expand their product line down the road and have a multitude of items for you PISS sufferers to purchase. Have a visit to their online store and make a purchase. Check back often for new items as they add them!! And remember....GO PACK!!!
THE PACKER SHRINE
When stopping by the main table, visit our "Packer Shrine" and give the helmet a slight rub for good luck! The shrine was created by Brad Tessen!!! Very unique and interesting there Brad!!!!! I am sure we'll be seeing some new things popping up down the road around the shine!
KIDS TABLE
It is great that the kids can come along with Mom and Dad to watch the Packers play. Now if the kids get a little antsy, they can head over to the kids table that Galen Richards has set up and keep occupied while the game is on. There will be coloring, origami, board games, puzzles, and more. Check out the table in the far corner by the windows to see what Galen has set up for the kiddies each week!!!
MEMBER INPUT WANTED
If you have anything exciting, important, jokes, pictures, etc. that I might be able to add to the site just send me an email to that effect and I'll post your info as soon as I can. Also members, if you are going back to the Mother Land this summer and see an item that would make a great third quarter raffle, by all means bring it back and make a donation to the Club! Items would be preferably non clothing things such as keepsakes, key chains, posters, knickknacks, etc. This site is for all of us Northwest Packer Backers, so let's all get involved!!!!
GO PACKERS!
Hey Fellow Packer Fans, 
