Mahoning Valley REALTOR® Online Magazine

In This Issue:

YCAR Election Results
News from NAR
Designation Awareness Month
RPAC Dollars to Schiavoni and Miller
Petition for REALTOR® License Plates
OAR Local Board/Association RPAC Award
News from OAR
OAR Contest Winners
CRIS Rules Reminders
2009 Trade Fair Highlights
Thank You Homes Guide
Thanks October Sponsors
I Am Thankful...
Dues Deadline
Dues Waiver-Do You Qualify?
Seeking Items for YCAR 100th
Read It & Reap
Coming Events
Education
BOD Action
Welcome New Members
FREE Classifieds

Contacts:

YCAR
5405 Market Street
Youngstown, OH 44512
Pho: 330-788-7026
Fax: 330-788-4329
Email: Staff@ycar.org
Web: www.ycar.org
Hours: M-F 8:30-5:00

YCAR Staff:

Sharyn Braunstein
Chief Executive Officer
Ext: 102

Jeff Hudson, e-PRO
Technical Coordinator
MVR Design
Ext: 103

Mary Ann Pallante
Office Manager
Membership Secretary
Bookkeeper
Ext: 101

Tracy Moracco
Receptionist/Secretary
SUPRA KeyBox Manager
Ext: 106

Kristen Kolakowski
Office Assistant
Ext: 100

MVR Editors:

Tom Coppola
Leon Turek

Legal Counsel:

Attorney Donald Leone

Officers:

Eric Caspary
President

David Klacik
President-Elect

Joan Zarlenga
Treasurer

Kathy Carroll
Immediate Past President

Board of Directors:

Sandi Bates
Paul Bevilacqua
John Burgan
Jim Grantz
Jennifer Hanigosky
Dawn Kuhn
Debbie Parisi
Dom Vechiarelli
Dave Walker
Bob Weily

CRIS Directors:

Terri Hoon
Judy Whittenberger
Ray Knight

CRIS Alternates:

Funmi Olarewaju
Brenda Palmer

OAR Directors:

Sharyn Braunstein, CEO
Kathy Carroll
Eric Caspary
Jerri Florio
David Klacik
Tom Williams, OAR DVP
Joan Zarlenga

OAR Alternates:

Betty Belding
Terri Hoon
Dawn Kuhn
Debbie Parisi
Carole A. Sharkey
Bob Weily

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The Official Newsletter of the Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS®

President’s View by Eric Caspary, President - Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS®

November is REALTOR® Designation Awareness Month

The Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS® and the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR) are pleased to announce the arrival of REALTOR® Designation Awareness Month.

NAR established November as an important month in which to encourage its members to Keep It In The Family by starting, completing or continuing an official NAR-endorsed designation program through NAR or one of its affiliates.

In today’s market, continuing education is your best way to stay ahead of the competition.

Now more than ever, successful agents must keep current on issues, involving technology, changing legalities, and many other central components of the business. NAR and its nine Institutes, Societies and Councils offer advanced education designation and certification programs to help members remain up-to-date in such a dynamic environment. Although other designations exist, only these carry an official NAR endorsement. Now thanks to NAR’s Right Tools, Right Now initiative many high-value online education courses are being offered at greatly reduced prices at REALTOR® University.

REALTORS® have access to advanced education designation and certification programs, tailored to virtually every real estate specialty. Beyond building skills, knowledge and productivity, these prestigious programs enhance the professional image of REALTORS® and take our members to the next level.

REALTORS® who pursue professional designations have a distinct competitive edge as a result of their increased expertise and marketability. Based on the 2009 NAR Member Profile survey data, the median income of REALTORS® with no designation was $28,400, and the median income of those with at least one designation was $55,700. The difference between the two is $27,300.

Both our association and the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® strongly encourage its members to increase their professional image, marketability, productivity, and income through the pursuance of a designation or certification program.

For a complete list of the official NAR family designations and certifications, four two six, nine two six visit http://www.realtor.org/education

Statements of fact and opinion are the opinions of the authors and do not imply an endorsement on the part of the association, the “Mahoning Valley REALTOR®” or its editorial staff.

Support Your Affiliates Who Support Your Local
REALTOR® Association or It's Gonna Cost YOU!

2009 YCAR Affiliate Council


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The Members of the Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS® have elected the following Officers and Directors of the Association for the year 2010:

President: David Klacik

President Elect: Joan Zarlenga

Treasurer: Debbie Parisi

Affiliate Director: Rocky Page

Directors:

Kathy Carroll

Alicia Kosec

Tibitha Matheney

Leon Turek

These members, so elected, shall assume their respective offices on January 1, 2010

Report Consumer Fraud. Call 1-800-282-0515 or visit speakoutohio.gov

Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray


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NAR News

Now on YouTube: IRS and the Tax Credit
The IRS is using a YouTube video to promote the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit as Congress weighs whether to extend the benefit prior to its expiration Dec. 1. Cost issues and finding the appropriate legislative vehicle are among the hurdles to extension. NAR continues to ask members to contact their members of Congress in support of extension. More on the legislative terrain is in a video with NAR government affairs. For more info contact Linda Goold, lgoold@realtors.org, 202/383-1083.

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November is REALTOR® Designation Awareness Month

Click for full page flyer of above designations

There are 5 Methods to pay

your 2010 REALTOR® Dues:

1. Cash
2. Check

3. VISA

4. Mastercard

5. Pay Pal

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RPAC Dollars to Schiavoni and Miller

President Eric Caspary presented checks to State Senator Joe Schiavoni and Boardman Township Trustee, REALTOR® Kathy Miller. Good luck to both candidates in their respective races in 2010!

(L-R) Joe Schiavoni, Eric Caspary, Kathy Miller


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Interested in REALTOR® License Plates?

If you wish to have the State of Ohio Legislature consider a bill to authorize the Ohio Bureau of Motor
Vehicles to produce specialty license plates designated to the Ohio Association of REALTORS®, then click the following link and complete a PETITION TO ESTABLISH ORGANIZATIONAL LICENSE PLATE
We the undersigned do intend to support this effort by purchasing the Ohio Association of REALTORS®
Specialty License Plates from the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles are subject to an additional cost to that of the standard license plate fee and that a portion of the proceeds will go to the designated fund. http://www.ohiorealtors.org/media/epostcards/EmailPlatePetition.pdf

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OAR Local Board/Association RPAC Award

At the recent OAR Convention in Columbus, the Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS® was recognized for achieving the local RPAC goal set by the Ohio Association of REALTORS for 2009.

(L-R) RPAC Committee Chairman Jerri Florio shown accepting the association's "100% of RPAC Goal Plaque" from Gloria Alonso Cannon, Vice Chairman of OAR's Political Activity & RPAC Fundraising Committee.

Sam Jordon REALTOR®, Owner

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OAR News

Big rebound in existing-home sales

Existing-home sales bounced back strongly in September with first-time buyers driving much of the activity, marking five gains in the past six months, according to the National Association of REALTORS.

Existing-home sales--including single-family, townhomes, condominiums, and co-ops--jumped 9.4 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.57 million units in September from a level ofvvvvvvvvvvvvvv 5.10 million in August, and are 9.2 percent higher than the 5.10 million-unit pace in September 2008. Sales activity is at the highest level in more than two years, since it hit 5.73 million in July 2007. Read more>>

In Ohio, Home sales activity made significant strides toward a rebound in September. Specifically, 12 markets in Ohio posted positive sales marks in September...many posting double-digit increases. And, seven markets had the average sales price jump in September (compared to the same period a year ago), which helped push the month's price mark to a positive level.
Read more>>

And the beat goes on...

Good housing news predicted...All the leading indicators say housing is definitely on the mend, economists reported in advance of the official release of several pieces of good news expected this week.

Bloomberg News surveyed 53 economists and asked them where they expected the numbers to fall. Here are their predictions:

Construction starts in September are expected to hit a 610,000 annual rate, the most since last November.
Sales of existing homes likely rose to a two-year high.
Because of fear of a relapse, the Federal Reserve is predicted to leave interest rates low for a few more months.
Building permits, a sign of future growth, probably rose to a 590,000 annual pace, also the highest level since November, the Commerce Department is likely to announce.
The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo index is expected to rise to 20 from 19, the economists say.

Source: Bloomberg


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OAR Contest Winners

Congratulations to two member companies who competed in the Ohio Association of REALTORS® Promotion and Advertising Contest. Award recipients were recognized at the recent State convention in Columbus this past September.

Business Cards & Stationery
(Medium/Small Firm)
First Place: Community First Real Estate, Poland
Award of Excellence: Burgan Real Estate, Ltd., Youngstown

Community Service
(Medium/Small Firm)
First Place: Burgan Real Estate, Ltd., Youngstown

Firm Website
(Medium/Small Firm)
First Place: Community First Real Estate, Poland

Institutional Advertising
(Medium/Small Firm)
First Place: Community First Real Estate, Poland
Award of Excellence: Community First Real Estate, Poland

Photos of Billboards
(Medium/Small Firm)
First Place: Burgan Real Estate, Ltd., Youngstown

Photos of "For Sale"/"Sold" Signs
(Medium/Small Firm)
First Place: Community First Real Estate, Poland

Photos of Office Exteriors
(Medium/Small Firm)
Award of Excellence: Burgan Real Estate, Ltd., Youngstown

Print Advertising of Residential Properties in Brochures and Other Printed Materials
(Medium/Small Firm)
First Place: Community First Real Estate, Poland

Television Advertising
(Medium/Small Firm)
First Place: Community First Real Estate, Poland
Award of Excellence: Burgan Real Estate, Ltd., Youngstown


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CRIS MLS Rules Reminders

Listings that are to have no showings for a certain time period must be placed in Temporarily Off Market Status.

Contingent listings will expire on the expiration date as they are considered active listings. An extension will be needed before it expires or it will be considered an incorrect status.

Short sale listings with a signed purchase agreement between buyer and seller cannot remain active while waiting for bank approval. They must be placed in Contingent Status.

The correct entry for a parcel number that is not known is "TBA"

The street direction field should not be in the street name. There is a separate field for street direction.

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2009 REALTOR® Trade Fair Highlights

Thanks to all the vendors who participated in our 15th annual Trade Fair on Thursday, October 1, 2009 at Mr. Anthony's.

Special thanks to our sponsors: Cheese Table sponsored by Homes Magazine; Dessert Table co-sponsors were Title Works Agency and Huntington National Bank with the Hors d'oeuvres co-sponsors Commonwealth Suburban Title Agency and All Ohio Title & Escrow.

"Best Decorated Table In Show" (sports theme) went to Assurance Land Title with the
"Best Costume" going to Rich Ellashek of R. Kashmiry & Associates.

Assurance Land Title

Rich Ellashek
of R. Kashmiry & Associates

Thank you to all the Trade Fair Committee members who planned and worked this event:
Chairman Karen Ament, Dee Berarducci, Lisa DeLisio, Fred Kirven, Judy Whittenberger, Victor Garcia, Tibitha Matheney, Sandi Bates, Tony Carosella, Mary Cunningham, Jennifer Hanigosky, Patty McFall, Alex Dankovich, Brian Pretoka and Bonnie Williams.

THANK YOU VENDORS!!

1st Metropolitan Mortgage	CRIS Regional MLS	RealEstatePointe.com
2-10 Home Buyers Warranty	Creekside Mortgage	Seven Seventeen Credit Union
All Ohio Title & Escrow	Elephant Ear Restaurant	Shingles Roof Cleaning
Archibald Appraisal Services	Grace Services	Union National Mortgage
Armstrong Cable	Health Index	Valley Title & Escrow
Associated Federal Abstract	Home Mortgage Company	Verizon Wireless
Assurance Land Title	Homes Magazine	The Vindicator
Bank of America Home Loans	Home Savings	Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
Bass Home Inspection	Hondros College	WIN Canfield
Bloodhound Home Investigations	Hunter-Stevens Land Title	Worona Home Inspection
Boardman Home Inspection	Huntington National Bank	Weather Tite Windows
Capital Credit Repair Foundation	National City Bank	Yo. Warren Regional Chamber
Chase Home Mortgage	R. Kashmiry & Associates	YCAR

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Thank You Homes Guide

Thanks to Affiliate Member, Homes Guide, for sponsoring the 2-hour CEU seminar "Issues Update" with speaker Alec Hagerty at this year's Trade Fair on October 1, 2009

(L-R) Alec Hagerty, Dave Justine of Homes Guide, President Eric Caspary

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Thanks To October Sponsors

Thanks go out to speaker REALTOR® Alec Hagerty of Knowledge Sponge Seminars for instructing the three hour continuing education course "Ethics: Pathways To Professionalism" on Friday, October 16, 2009 at McMahon Hall at Metro Parks Farm. Thanks to the many Affiliates and Brokers (listed below) who sponsored October's education session.

(L-R) Alec Hagerty with President Eric Caspary

Thank you to our 2009 Education Sponsors

Associated Land Title Agency Coldwell Banker First Place Real Estate Associated Federal Abstract & Escrow Creekside Mortgage Assurance Land Title Agency Boardman Home Inspection Union National Mortgage Co. Decorating In A Day Corp. First Place Bank The Home Mortgage Co.	R. Kashmiry & Associates Home Savings Burgan Real Estate, Ltd. Reliable Title Agency K.E.L. Home Inspection Community First Real Estate Professional Real Estate Appraisers Title Works Agency Capital Credit Repair Foundation RE/MAX Valley Real Estate
Commonwealth Suburban Title Agency


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I Am Thankful...

For the wife who says it's hotdogs tonight, because she's home with me and not out with someone else.

For the husband who is on the sofa being a couch potato, because he is home with me and not out at the bars.

For the teenager who is complaining about doing dishes, because it means she is at home and not on the streets.

For the taxes that I pay, because it means that I am employed.

For the mess to clean after a party, because it means that I have been surrounded by friends.

For the clothes that fit a little too snug, because it means that I have enough to eat.

For my shadow that watches me work, because it means that I am out in the sunshine.

For a lawn that needs mowing, windows that need cleaning and gutters that need fixing, because it means that I have a home.

For all the complaining that I hear about the government, because it means we have freedom of speech.

For the parking spot that I find at the far end of the parking lot, because it means that I am capable of walking and I have been blessed with transportation.

For my huge three six seven six five two heating bill, because it means that I am warm.

For the lady behind me in church who sings off key, because it means that I can hear.

For the pile of laundry and ironing, because it means that I have clothes to wear.

For weariness and aching muscles at the end of the day, because it means that I have been capable of working hard.

For the alarm that goes off in the early morning hours, because it means that I am alive.

Finally, I am thankful for too much e-mail, because it means that I have friends who are thinking of me.


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Dues Deadline Is December 1st!

PLEASE MAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES

November 1st - Dues notices sent to members.

December 1st - DEADLINE FOR DUES PAYMENT!

December 2nd - LATE FEE OF $50.00 APPLIED!

December 2nd Certified letter mailed to each "Designated Broker" listing unpaid agents, stating the Association services will be suspended for those agents if dues are not received by the Association by December 10th.

December 11th Association services automatically suspended for any agent with unpaid dues. Services, including MLS, will suspend to the company with any broker who has unpaid dues.

January 2nd (OR THE FIRST DAY AFTER THE HOLIDAY) Certified letter sent to each "Designated Broker" with any unpaid agents stating that termination of the agent(s) will be voted on at the January Board of Directors meeting. Upon termination, broker and/or agent would need to reapply for association membership, pay application fee and be approved by the Board of Directors.

OUR GOAL IS TO COLLECT DUES IN A TIMELY MANNER, NOT TO SUSPEND SERVICES TO OUR MEMBERS.

DON'T FORGET TO PAY YOUR DUES BY DECEMBER 1ST

Years In The Business… Do You Qualify for Dues Waiver?

Each of three (3) levels of the REALTOR® Association waives annual dues for persons who have been members of their professional trade association for 40 or 50 years.

Do you qualify?

The Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS® Senior Membership:

Local dues are waived for any person with 40 years of active membership, no age limit, in the Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS®. Applicant must have 40 years of membership at time of annual payment for the current dues year and provide documentation that would provide reasonable substantiation of 40 years’ membership.

OHIO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

State dues are waived for any person who has held membership in the Ohio Association of REALTORS®, for a cumulative period of 50 years with no age limit. Applicant should provide reasonable, substantiation of 50 years’ membership.

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Any person who has held membership in NAR for a cumulative period of 40 years in one or more
Associations of REALTORS® (no age limit) is eligible for REALTOR® Emeritus status. Upon approval by the Board of Directors of THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, no further payment of dues is necessary to NAR by the membership association of which the REALTOR® Emeritus is a member. The dues waiver does not take affect until the following “dues season”. For example: members approved Emeritus at the Midyear or Annual NAR meetings in 2008 would have their dues waived starting in 2009 since dues are due and owed by the local associations as of January 1 of each year. A standard certification form (provided by NAR) is necessary to begin the approval process for a REALTOR® Emeritus candidate, which is to be filled out by the local association. Any available documentation that would provide reasonable substantiation of 40 years’ membership should be attached to the form.

The packet containing the certification and 40-year REALTOR® Emeritus pin will be sent to the association to present to their member(s). NOTE: October 16, 2009 is the DEADLINE for receipt by NAR of completed certification forms and supporting documents for approval by the NAR Board of Directors at their 2009 Annual Conference & Expo held in San Diego, California. Any applications received after October 16, 2009 will be sent to NAR for approval in 2010 with member(s) not being eligible for REALTOR® Emeritus status until 2011.

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Association Needs Historical Photos/Articles

The Youngstown Columbiana Association of REALTORS® will be 100 years old in 2010. The association's 100th Anniversary Task Force is seeking any and all items of a historical and interesting nature (photos, articles, clippings, etc.) you may have in your possession. It can be decades old or newer. All items collected will be on display at the association's general membership meeting in September of 2010 as well as using some of them in other projects being undertaken in conjunction with the anniversary celebration.

Please send your items to the attention of Chief Executive Officer Sharyn Braunstein at the association office at 5405 Market Street, Boardman, OH 44512.

Report Consumer Fraud. Call 1-800-282-0515 or visit speakoutohio.gov

Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray


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Read It and Reap

Congratulations to Debbie Parisi and Nancy Zatchok our fifth and sixth members to find their file number in the October 2009 issue of the Mahoning Valley REALTOR®

Continuing our free dues contest in 2009, each monthly on-line issue of the MVR will continue to contain three file numbers hidden in the article.

If you find your file number while reading your association’s monthly REALTOR® publication, call Mary Ann Pallante at 330-788-7026 and your name will be placed in the “HAT” for the free dues drawing (local portion $247) to be held on Monday, November 23, 2009 at the Association office.

Now when you read the MVR Newsletter, not only do you reap the benefits of increased knowledge of your profession and association, but you may also receive your 2010 YCAR local membership dues free!

In order to be eligible for the drawing, you must call in your found file number by the 15th of each publication month.

The following number is no longer eligible: Deborah Davner #265199.

Support Your Affiliates Who Support Your Local
REALTOR® Association or It's Gonna Cost YOU!

2009 YCAR Affiliate Council


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Coming Events

November 2	- Grievance Committee Meeting – YCAR 9:30 am

November 3	- Election Day
	- 100th Anniversary Task Force Meeting 2:00 pm

November 5	- Board of Directors Meeting 8:30 am
	- Education Committee Meeting 1:30 pm

November 11	- Veterans Day

November 19	- Lunch and Learn 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

November 20	- Legislative Committee Luncheon Noon

November 26	- Thanksgiving Association Office Closed

November 27	- Association Office Closed


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Education NOTE: Subject to changes

November 13 "Lead Base Regulations"
Speaker: John Zilka 3 Hours CE 9:00 am to 12 noon YCAR Association Building 27 registrants $20 prepaid add $5 for Non-Member Click here for fax registration	with PayPal payments include transaction fees

Other Education

Mink Education - 330-856-5700

30 HOURS CE IN 5 DAYS

December 7	- Core Law/Agency Noon – 3 pm
	- New Construction 3:30 – 6:30 pm

December 8	- Fair Housing and Diversity in Real Estate Noon – 3 pm
	- Real Estate and the Internet 3:30 – 6:30 pm

December 9	- The MLS Supercharged Noon – 3 pm
	- Ethics 3:30 – 6:30 pm

December 10	- Real Estate Finance in Changing Markets Noon – 3 pm
	- Successful Listing Strategies 3:30 – 6:30 pm

December 11	- Advanced Tax Strategies in Real Estate Noon – 3 pm
	- Buyer Beware 3:30 – 6:30 pm

YOUR ASSOCIATION NEEDS YOU!

PROJECT SIGN UP

I wish to volunteer my time and talents by serving on the following YCAR committee(s) in 2010:

____ Building Advisory

____ Legislative

____ Education

____ RPAC

____ Equal Opportunity

____ Trade Fair

____ Soup Kitchen

____ Installation

____ Bylaws/Policy Review

____ Affiliate Council

David Klacik

2010 President

Click here for sign up sheet!!

GET INVOLVED IN 2010!

Let’s make 2010 our association’s best year yet.

The key to success is surrounding yourself with the right people.

It’s time to give back to your association.

We need your help and your ideas on our committees.

David Klacik


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Action

The Directors of the Association took the following actions during the month of October 2009:

NOTE: Absence from three (3) regularly scheduled meetings of the Board of Directors without an excuse deemed valid by the Directors shall be construed as resignation from the Board of Directors. You must call the Association office ahead of the scheduled meeting to request to be excused.

In Attendance: President Eric Caspary, President-Elect Davie Klacik, Treasurer Joan Zarlenga, Immediate Past President Kathy Carroll, Paul Bevilacqua, Dave Walker, Bob Weily, Sandi Bates, Jim Grantz, John Burgan, Dom Vechiarelli, Affiliate Member Jennifer Hanigosky of Home Savings

Excused: Debbie Parisi, Dawn Kuhn

	Approved the minutes of the September 17, 2009 Directors meeting as written.
	Filed the September 2009 Financial Statement for review.
	Reported the RPAC Sales at the Trade Fair: Trash & Treasure $174.00; Second Time Around Purse Sale $110.00; Pavlik autographed boxing gloves raffle $206.00.
	Presented the RPAC plaque from the Ohio Association of REALTORS for reaching 100% of goal in 2009 to President Eric Caspary.
	Approved to schedule the 2010 Trade Fair on Thursday, September 30th at Mr. Anthony's.
	Reported the election results for 2010: for President-Elect Joan Zarlenga for Treasurer Debbie Parisi for Affiliate Member Director Rocky Page of First Place Bank for Director Kathy Carroll for Director Alicia Kosec for Director Tibitha Matheney for Director Leon Turek
	Approved the 100th Anniversary Task Force's requested budget of $2,000 for 2010.
	Approved to charge the association's brokers $50.00 to participate in the St. Patrick's Day parade in 2010.
	Reported on the actions of the CRIS Board of Directors taken at their September 28, 2009 meeting.
	Reported on the actions of the OAR Directors taken at their September 23, 2009 meeting.
	Reported that Tom Williams lost the election for the position of 2010 OAR Treasurer, however Tom has decided to run for the OAR Treasurer position for 2011. Tom's campaign expenses totaled $3,458.38; money donated from brokers and agents totaled $2,250 leaving the cost to the association for Tom's campaign expenses at $1,208.38.
	Approved a $1,000 budget for Tom Williams' campaign in 2010 as a candidate for the OAR Treasurer's position for 2011.
	Reported 224 SUPRA lockboxes were sold at the Trade Fair for $25.00 plus tax each.
	Approved President-Elect David Klacik's 2010 Committee Chairman and Co-Chairman appointments: Affiliate Council Chairman Rocky Page Budget & Finance Committee Chairman Debbie Parisi Building Advisory Committee Chairman Dave Walker Bylaws & Policy Review Committee Chairman Joan Zarlenga Equal Opportunity Committee Chairman Michael Klacik, Jr. Education Committee Chairman Nancy Wilber Grievance Committee Chairman Alicia Kosec Installation Committee Chairman Nikki Hatfield Investment Committee Chairman Joan Zarlenga Legislative Committee Chairman Eric Caspary Legislative Committee Co-Chairman Kathy Carroll Personnel Committee Chairman Joan Zarlenga Purchase Agreement Committee Chairman Debbie Parisi Professional Standards Committee Chairman Dave Walker Professional Standards Committee Co-Chair Paul Bevilacqua RPAC Committee Chairman Jerri Florio RPAC Committee Co-Chairman Carole A. Sharkey Trade Fair Committee Chairman Karen Ament Soup Kitchen Committee Chairman Sharyn Braunstein 100th Anniversary Task Force Chairman Ann Saadeh.
	Approved the provisional REALTOR® membership of five applicants; the reinstatement of REALTOR® membership of four applicants and the Affiliate Membership of one applicant.
	Approved President-Elect David Klacik's appointments to the 2010 Investment Committee for staggered terms: Rocky Page (11) Debbie Parisi (13).
	Approved President-Elect David Klacik's appointments to the 2010 Personnel Committee for staggered terms: Rocky Page (11) Debbie Parisi (13).
	Approved President-Elect David Klacik's appointments to the 2010 Professional Standards Committee for staggered terms: Patti Mika (12) Gwen Bush (12).
	Approved President-Elect David Klacik's appointments to the 2010 Grievance Committee for staggered terms: Eli Boulos (12) Marsha Ruha (12).
	Approved President-Elect David Klacik's appointments of OAR Directors for 2010 of: David Klacik, Joan Zarlenga, Debbie Parisi, Jerri Florio, Eric Caspary and Tom Williams with alternate Directors Dan Dull, Joe Zidian, Betty Belding, Dave Walker, Carole A. Sharkey and Kathy Carroll.
	Approved to designate December 2009 as Membership Recruitment Month; waive association's $125.00 application fee for any REALTOR® Member who is currently a primary member of another board/association of REALTORS® who applies for primary membership in YCAR in 2010.


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Welcome New Members

Randall Firmi - Howard Hanna Co.

Welcome New Affiliates

Weathertite Windows - Merv Hollander

Delta Telecom, Inc. - Millie Baldwin

Transfers

Donna Buzulencia from Coldwell Banker First Place Real Estate to Howard Hanna Co.

Michael Orologas from Eaton Group Inc./GMAC Real Estate to Coldwell Banker First Place Real Estate

Jodi Finchman from Western Reserve Realty Group to Lakeside Realty, LLC

Billie Jo Evan from Mayo & Associates, Inc. to Howard Hanna Co.

Support Your Affiliates Who Support Your Local
REALTOR® Association or It's Gonna Cost YOU!

2009 YCAR Affiliate Council


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FREE Classifieds

Members: Place Your "FREE" Classified Ad Here - Call Mary Ann at 330-788-7026

Homemade Gifts for the Holiday's

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Now taking orders for carmel corn and homemade canned good items. Carmel corn, apple butter, refrigerator hot peppers, hot pepper relish and tomato and fruit chutneys. For more products on the list and prices, please call Terri Hoon at 330-540-7892.

Alterations and Custom Sewing

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Gestetner GX3050N Color Printer

$200

GX3050N desktop color printer - with advanced GelSprinter technology - prints high-quality documents for small businesses. Call Mary Ann Pallante at YCAR @ 330-788-7026 Click here for specifications

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Very Clean 1993 National SeaBreeze Motorhome

$20,500

Excellent Condition, Sound Inside and Out! Walk around queen size bed. New carpeting. Kitchen w/ Oak Hardwood floors. Nice dinette seats 4, transforms to twin bed. Microwave/convection combo, 4 burner stove, double stainless steel kitchen sink. Fridge, Oak cupboards, cable ready Color TV. Glass shower with sky light, sink, toilet, AM-FM Stereo with CD player. Generator. Dual Roof Air. Cruise Control. All new tires. Extra outside shower for those who love to hunt/fish. Couch folds down to queen size bed. Plenty of inside storage. Outside in great condition w/ basement storage and awning. Stored indoors during the winter months. Call 330-533-2941

Bag Boy Golf Bag

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YCAR - 5405 Market Street, Boardman, Ohio 44512 - 330.788.7026 Fax 330.788-4329 - ycar.org