Leawood Chamber of Commerce Member Memo — April 1, 2011

Upcoming events and news from around the Leawood area.

Leawood Chamber Events

General Membership Luncheon

Apr. 12, 2011, 11:30 at Ritz Charles Overland Park, Salon B (West Side), 9000 W. 137th Street, Overland Park, 66221
Cost: $25 members, $35 non members (paid in advance).

By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

Register by clicking on the link below:

Todd Adams will be our speaker for April. Todd is the Vice President of Sales with Sporting KC (formerly The Wizards). Sporting Kansas City enters the organization’s 16th year in Major League Soccer riding a wave of development on and off the field. Two changes heading into the 2011 season represent perhaps the most momentous in the club’s history.

The organization is currently putting the finishing touches on its new $200 million dollar, world-class soccer stadium, opening in June 2011 near Village West in Kansas City, Kansas. After 15 seasons without a permanent home, including 12 seasons at a stadium built for football and three seasons at a stadium built for baseball, the team will now call America’s finest soccer facility home.

Please plan to attend so you can hear more........

Chamber Members: As an added benefit, members will receive via email a spreadsheet with contact information of all the other member attendees at the event. This is another way we're working to make sure the Leawood Chamber is a great networking resource for Chamber members.

Use the Register Online link below and sign up today!

If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.

By registering online, you agree to the chamber's refund policy as noted at www.leawoodchamber.org/refund_policy.cfm.

The reservation deadline for this event is Thursday, April 7th, by 5:00 pm. Use the link below to register today!

Morning Mingling

Apr. 5, 2011, 8:00 at Shawnee Mission Medical Center, Main Entrance, New Tower, 9100 W. 74th Street, Shawnee Mission, 66204 — Register Online
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Members & Non Members use the link below to register:

"Check up" on the best networking in town by attending this month's Morning Mingling event hosted by Shawnee Mission Medical Center!

Leawood Chamber members, guests, and 'future' Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking.

Use the link below to register today!

If you have trouble registering for this event, please email us at Event Registration Assistance.

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, April 1st, by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

KU Edwards Campus Professional Edge Series

Apr. 6, 2011, 8:00 at KU Edwards Campus, Regnier Hall Auditorium, 12610 Quivira Rd., Overland Park, 66213
Cost: FREE and open to the public. Please RSVP online or by calling (913) 897-8413.

Speaker: Charles Jones, Director, KU Public Management Center

When facing budget cuts, being efficient and adaptable are important characteristics for any organization to address. However, Jones will share his insight on how trust is the most essential characteristic to determine an organization's success or failure during critical budgetary times. He will look specifically at these challenges within the public sector and detail concepts and ideas that are universal to all of us.

*Pastries and coffee provided at 7:30 a.m.

Please visit the Web site to register online or contact Ed Foley at (913) 897-8413.

Presenting Sponsor: Burns & McDonnell

Ribbon Cutting - College Nannies & Tutors

Apr. 13, 2011, 4:00 at College Nannies & Tutors, 5808 W. 157th St., Overland Park, 66223
Cost: There is no cost to attend this event.

Come join us celebrate College Nannies & Tutors new learning center with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

We will be celebrating the Grand Opening of their new learning center. The ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Dunn will start at 4:00 p.m. Don't miss this exciting event!!

To learn more about College Nannies & Tutors, visit their web site at www.collegenannies.com

Leawood Community Events

Theatrical Production of "Down on Memminger"

Apr. 1, 2011, 8:00pm at Leawood City Hall (Oak Room), 4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawood.org

The Leawood Stage Company is pleased to present a script-in-hand dramatic reading of Down on Memminger by playwright Kirby Fields in the Oak Room on the lower level of Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive. Three free performances will be held on Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and a Sunday matinee will begin at 2:00 pm.

Down on Memminger is the story of a young man’s interaction with his family and former girlfriend as he deals with uncontrollable pain resulting from a lifelong physical aliment. Directed by Petra Allen, Down on Memminger features actors Paul Anderson, Whitney Beiler, Irene Blend and Michael Bunn. LSC will host a unique opportunity for audiences to meet playwright, Kirby Fields. Following each performance the audience will interact with the playwright in a question and answer period.

Discover how Fields was inspired to write the play and about his process. Kirby Fields received his MFA in Playwriting from Carnegie Mellon University. His plays were developed as part of the Kettle of Inspiration Reading Series, the Michigan Theater Festival, the F.A.C.T. Words & Wine Series and Beginnings at Happy Ending. Fields’ play Floo ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Playwrighting Workshop by playwright Kirby Fields

Apr. 2, 2011, 10:00am at Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive, Leawood, 66211
Contact: April Bishop – aprilb@leawood.org 913-339-6700 x157
Cost: FREE

The Leawood Stage Company is pleased to present a free workshop on Playwriting in the Oak Room of the Community Center, lower level of Leawood City Hall, 4800 Town Center Drive beginning at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 2nd. The workshop will be presented by New York City based playwright, Kirby Fields. He will take participants through a discussion of a play’s structure and apply it to a number of examples. Writers should leave with an idea for a short play of their own.

Kirby Fields received his MFA in Playwriting from Carnegie Mellon University. His plays were developed as part of the Kettle of Inspiration Reading Series, the Michigan Theater Festival, the F.A.C.T. Words & Wine Series and Beginnings at Happy Ending. Fields’ play Flood was featured in the 2010 Samuel French Off Broadway Short Play Festival and another play was accepted at the upcoming NY 15-Minute Play Festival. He is a founding member of the 61A writers group and a regular contributor to PopMatters.com.

After growing up in Joplin, MO, Fields arrived at the University of Kansas for graduate school. While at KU, Kirby fell in with Paul Lim and English Alternative Theater (EAT), ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Ihloff Salon - Shake Up Your Makeup

Apr. 2, 2011, 10:00am at Ihloff Salon, 4860 w 135th Street, Leawood, 66224
Contact: Shari – shari@ihloffspa.com 913-378-0750
Cost: none Weblink: http://www.ihloffkc.com

At this event, Erin will share her makeup tips and tricks and give you instructions to easily recreate your new look. Ask questions or simply sit back and relax. Either way, you'll leave looking and feeling fabulous!

Avila Career Fair

Apr. 5, 2011, 10:00am at Avila University Fieldhouse, 11901 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, 64145
Contact: Nick Chappell – nick.chappell@avila.edu 816-501-2904
Cost: Free

Free Career Fair at Avila University. The fair is open to students and the public.

Leadership Matters

Apr. 6, 2011, 2:00pm at Ottawa University - Kansas City, 4370 West 109th Street, Suite 200, Overland Park, 66211
Cost: There is no cost. However, reservations must be made and seating is limited. Please RSVP at leadershipmatters@ottawa.edu. Weblink: http://www.ottawa.edu/LeadershipMatters

Please join Ottawa University President Kevin C. Eichner for his next Leadership Matters workshop. Marketing is the topic and there will be plenty of discussion and takeaways along with numerous networking opportunities. Reserve your seat today!

Persistent Pain and How To Manage It

Apr. 7, 2011, 11:30am at The Sweet Life Grand Court, 12000 Lamar Ave, Overland Park, 66209
Contact: Heather – hsnook@brookdaleliving.com (913) 663-2888
Cost: There is no charge for this complimentary lunch and educational program from Menorah Medical Center and The Sweet Life Grand Court.

When you’re in pain, the joys of everyday living are overshadowed. Even the simplest daily activities can be a challenge, if not a struggle. And the psychological and emotional impact of coping with pain takes its toll.

Dr. Daniel Kloster with the Pain Management Center at Menorah will discuss what options are available to relieve your persistent pain. At the end of the program, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of Dr. Kloster.

Reservations are appreciated. Please RSVP to Heather at (913) 663-2888 or hsnook@brookdaleliving.com.

This free educational program is presented by Menorah Medical Center and a complimentary lunch will be provided by The Sweet Life at Grand Court.

Johnson County Canvas Arts Crawl

Apr. 8, 2011, 5:00pm at Leawood Fine Art, 11843 Roe, Leawood, 66211
Contact: Leawood Fine Art – info@leawoodfineart.com 913-338-4999
Cost: FREE Weblink: http://www.leawoodfineart.com

Join us for a fabulous evening full of fine art, wine, appetizers and live music. We will be featuring the fine art charcoal portraiture of Mia Harris.

News & Announcements

Panera Bread proud to be a sponsor of a Make-A-Wish Foundation

This summer Panera Bread will be sponsoring the wish of Bailey, a 12 year old boy. His wish is to go to Disney World and ride the roller coasters. Bailey's favorite color is blue, he plays the violin and baseball. Panera Bread is proud to partner with Make-A-Wish to help make Bailey's wish come true.

B2B Cookie Winner

Our B2B cookie winner for March is Steve Wilkinson with Menorah Medican Center! By attending a Leawood Chamber event and submitting his business card, Steve was automatically entered into a drawing for a dozen Blue Chip Cookies, compliments of Blue Chip Cookies in Town Center Plaza.

Congratulations, Steve!

Pictured L to R: Steve Wilkinson (Menorah Medical Center), and Linda Murray (Leawood Chamber of Commerce)

Effective April 1, 2011 Leawood Sales Tax Will Drop by .4%

On April 1, 2007, after voter approval, a 0.4 cent Public Safety Sales tax was put into effect in order to accumulate funds for building a new Leawood Justice Center.  The sales tax was to expire on April 1st, 2012 or when a total of $10,000,000 had been received.  The $10,000,000 maximum has been met; therefore the tax will expire on April 1, 2011.

To recap, effective on April 1, 2011, the Leawood Sales tax will drop .4%.  For businesses located anywhere other than Park Place or the One Nineteen development, the rate will now be 8.65%.  In those developments, the rate will be 9.65%.  For organizations charging sales tax in Leawood, be sure to update your records to reflect this change.

For questions, please contact the City of Leawood by calling 913-339-6700.

Job Opening in Overland Park, KS!

Bott Radio Network is seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator for our Overland Park, Kansas headquarters. The ideal candidate for this role will be able to display a history of superlative organizational skills, relevant experience and marketing knowledge. In addition to a 4-year degree in marketing or a related field, a minimum of 1-2 years experience is preferred. Proficiency with social media outlets and Microsoft Office Suite is required, and a working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is preferred. Excellent benefits are offered. Please send your cover letter, résumé and salary history to Rachel Launius, Marketing Manager, Bott Radio Network, 10550 Barkley St., Suite 110, Overland Park, KS 66212, email rlaunius@bottradionetwork.com, or fax 913-649-7465. Bott Radio Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kansas Legislative Update 03-25-2011

Legislative Report for the Leawood Chamber of Commerce
For week ending March 25, 2011
From Bob Vancrum, Consultant

This week the Kansas legislature hit its second deadline.  Action on legislation other than budget, tax and items exempted by the leaders is now over.  The week’s developments include:

SB1, which dedicates a portion of all future growth in revenue to cut income tax rates, passed the House and was declared materially altered by the Senate President, and sent to Senate Assessment and Tax.  It is clear that Senate leadership does not favor this measure which would reduce revenues at a time when it is trying to cover a $500 million shortfall.

The House and Senate versions of the main budget bill differ significantly both in their approach and their ending balance.  It is possible there will be no budget when they adjourn the regular session at the end of next week. House Appropriations apparently completed its work on a budget which cuts proposed spending $75 million lower than Governor Brownback’s proposed budget.  It would reduce 2012 spending on k-12 education below the $232 per pupil cut the Governor recommended.  It also makes substantial cuts in state employee salaries (7.5% for $100,000 and lesser amounts all the way to $40,000 a year employees) as well as large cuts in the Department of Health and Environment and in home and community-based for both Medicaid and th ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

Skin Deep Laser and Vein Open House

Come join us on April 14th, 5:30 - 7:00 for Skin Deep Laser and Vein's open house. There will be exclusive savings just for attending. Demonstrations and Drawings will also take place. Attendees will enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres & beverages.

Get informed, get involved. Get out and VOTE on April 5!

We are fortunate to live in a country where citizens have the opportunity to elect individuals to represent their interests in government.  However, did you know that often less than 10% of registered voters vote in Primary elections?  That means some races could be decided by less than 6% of all registered voters.

This year, make a decision to make a difference!

VOTER RESOURCES

Johnson County Election Commission Voting Guidelines (advance voting available)
http://www.jocoelection.org/voters/AdvanceVoting.htm

Johnson County Election Commission Candidate Listing
http://www.jocoelection.org/Archives/Candidates/Candidates4-2011.htm

We ask business owners to stress the importance of voting to their employees and to encourage them to hit the voting booths.

The Internet offers a variety of resources to research candidate positions on issues.  Some of these sources are credible, some are not. Be sure to verify the facts presented.  Many candidates have Web sites that offer great information on their positions.  Also, talk to your friends and neighbors. 

If you are looking to get informed specifically about th ... (go to www.leawoodchamber.org for more information)

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