MONTICELLO, NY — The Monticello Business Association (MBA) will hold its first meeting of the year at Mr. Willy’s Restaurant on Route 42 South on January 15 from 6 to 7 p.m. This is not a membership drive and there is no cost to be a member of MBA. The only requirement is that you own or work for a business in the greater Monticello area.

Issues to be discussed at the meeting will relate to the influx of new tourists and people that are expected with casino development. What will the influx of people mean for businesses and the community? How can you market to these visitors and new residents? How can you beautify your business and the community? How can you get more exposure for your business? What will be the calendar of events for 2015 (including markets, concerts, community days, festivals, music and more)? How can we attract more businesses to take a stake in Monticello and the community (museums, theater, new businesses, micro enterprises and more)?

RSVPs via email are welcome but not required to jeff@spencerdaniels.com, or call 845/693-4576.