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<DIV>Contents:<BR>1. Excellence in Downtown Revitalization Awards</DIV>
<DIV>2. Cash Mobs</DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2>1. <STRONG>Excellence in Downtown Revitalization Awards:</STRONG> The deadline is fast approaching to submit nominations for the "Excellence in Downtown Revitalization" awards. Applications are due on July 30, 2012 - see attached for additional info & the nomination form. Please email: </FONT><A href="mailto:sheri.stuart@state.or.us"><FONT size=2>sheri.stuart@state.or.us</FONT></A><FONT size=2> if you have any questions.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2>2. <STRONG>Cash Mobs:</STRONG> Several communities in Oregon have organized or planning cash mobs. The folks in Myrtle Creek shared a great website in case you are thinking of starting one or want to promote your existing event: </FONT><A title=CashMob.com href="http://www.cashmob.com/" target=_blank><FONT size=2>CashMob.com</FONT></A><FONT size=2> is a leading promotions and marketing portal that allows users to find cash mobs near them while also learning about the phenomenon. Through their educational outreach, CashMob.com strives to unite members of the community and ultimately help local businesses find economic success. For more information visit CashMob.com.</FONT></DIV>
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<P><FONT size=2>In fact, Myrtle Creek submitted the name of their local volunteer who coordinated their Cash Mob program for a "Making Change" award from CashMob - see notice below:</FONT></P></DIV></DIV></DIV>
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<P><FONT face="Times New Roman">The "Making Change" Award acknowledges organizers who have successfully and creatively held a cash mob in their community by uniting the community through social media and various marketing outlets. This award not only congratulates the Myrtle Creek- Tri City Area Chamber of Commerce and organizer Paulette Jones on their successful event, but it also aims to inspire and fuel future cash mobs throughout the country. Ted Romas, President of Myrtle Creek Tri- City Area Chamber of Commerce, said, “Paulette Jones did her homework before presenting the cash mob idea to both the Myrtle Creek City Council and the Chamber of Commerce. She got ‘buy-in’ from both and is now in full partnership with the Chamber about upcoming cash mobs.”</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face="Times New Roman">Myrtle Creek has excelled with their media outreach by not only utilizing Facebook and Twitter but also other news and media outlets as well. This outreach notifies residents of where the cash mob will be held along with rules and specifications. "Paulette Jones’ dedication toward multiple cash mobs has inspired not only our entire team here at CashMob, but other communities as well," said Suzanne Obszanski, Director of Marketing and Promotion for CashMob.com.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face="Times New Roman">Myrtle Creek- Tri City Area Chamber of Commerce and Paulette Jones have successfully completed two cash mobs and are eager to implement monthly mobs to help support local establishments. Jones states, "Local businesses are so excited to get involved. More businesses are now supporting one another and giving back to the community." CashMob.com is honored to present "Making Change" and looks forward to what mobs and community involvement Myrtle Creek will bring in the future.</FONT> </P></DIV>
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<DIV>Sheri Stuart, Coordinator</DIV>
<DIV>Oregon Main Street</DIV>
<DIV>725 Summer St., Suite C</DIV>
<DIV>Salem, OR 97301</DIV>
<DIV>503.986.0679</DIV>
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<DIV>Sheri Stuart, Coordinator</DIV>
<DIV>Oregon Main Street</DIV>
<DIV>725 Summer St., Suite C</DIV>
<DIV>Salem, OR 97301</DIV>
<DIV>503.986.0679</DIV>
<DIV><A href="http://www.oregonheritage.org/">www.oregonheritage.org</A></DIV>
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