Any citizen who is interested in helping to develop his town is eligible to be a member of the Chamber of Commerce. The dues structure is designed to permit even the smallest business to be a member. This means more money, more business, more jobs, and better living for everyone.

The work of the Chamber is financed by the investment of the members who support it on the basis of their ability to pay and their interest in the progress of the area.

The Chamber of Commerce is composed of Committee Workers, Directors, and Officers who serve without pay. The manager and staff who devote their full time to the Chamber of Commerce are the only paid employees.

Here is what the Chamber of Commerce does:

The Chamber of Commerce is a service institution and an action organization.

It provides a medium through which people can take effective action for the progress of the community.
It helps create job opportunities through stimulation of industrial and commercial growth.
It seeks the improvement of community facilities: streets, highways, parks, schools, marketing facilities, and human resources.
It brings conventions, sales meetings and other gatherings to the city.
It works toward developing the agriculture industry of the area.
It serves as a department, a partner, of every business and every professional person in the area who is a member.
The goal of your Chamber of Commerce is to promote the commercial, industrial, civic, cultural, and general interest of your city and region. To accomplish this, action committees explore every avenue and possibility. These committees usually include those working in the areas of industrial development, agriculture, aviation, conventions, membership, citizenship, publicity, highways, urban development, civic affairs, retail promotions, and water resources. Every individual, firm and profession derives direct benefits in a growing, stable economy. Such an economy is the result of your Chamber’s efforts.

Although everyone in the community benefits from the work of the Chamber of Commerce. You can accept those benefits with a sense of pride ONLY if you have had a part in bringing them about.

Build your business and your future by becoming a member of the Chamber of Commerce.

HOW DOES THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FUNCTION?

The Chamber of Commerce functions through the working committees of the organization. Money, planning, inspiration, and guidance are useless unless the members work vigorously on the committee of their choice.

Careful study is made of the community needs and an action blueprint, the Program of Work, is designed.

The goal of the Program is always to create more dollars for more people and to improve the economic welfare of the community.

Every member has a voice in determining the policies and projects and every member is needed to work on active committees to get the job done.

For the Retailer: Works for industrial and business development which brings with it new residents with new money to spend in the stores.

For the Service Establishment: Works for the ever increasing population, assuring additional customers and income. Works toward the increasing development of highways, recreational areas, new industries and the expansion of old existing industries, all of which increase the demand of services.

For The Manufacturer and Wholesaler: Works for the best shipping services at the lowest possible cost. Furnishes advice on freight transportation matters. Compiles various statistical information on trade territory population, purchasing power and marketing strength.

For the Construction, Real Estate, Investment and Insurance Firm: Provides a expanding market for the construction, real estate and insurance dealers through its program of attracting new industry and residents, promoting businesses and working for new highways and streets. Encourages expansion programs and modernization for established firms. Actively works for fire prevention.

For the Professional: Works continuously for the growth of the city, business expansion and population increase to insure the professional a prosperous place in which to make a living. Seeks better transportation services to make the city more accessible and convenient. Conducts an overall program which is keyed to improve the income of the professional’s clients for maximum benefit.

For the Farmer, Rancher: Encourages and promotes sound agricultural programs and practices with major attention to soil conservation and livestock programs. Frequently coordinates planning of agricultural agencies’ and sponsors’ joint efforts in the improvement of ranching and farming techniques to increase profits.

For the Hotel, Motel Restaurant Operator: Works to attract and service conventions, trade shows, conferences, and sales meetings which bring new patrons and money into businesses. Works to expand the tourism business. Brings sports and amusement attractions with large crowds.

For the Home and Property Owner: Conducts an intensive city beautification program with cleanliness, street lighting and other projects aimed at making your city a better place in which to live. Cooperates with church, cultural and entertainment groups to provide a more interesting and meaningful life for residents and visitors. Cooperates with educational facilities to insure a quality educational system.

For All Members: Represents the opinions of the members to city, state and national elected officials, and monitors legislative issues that impact the membership.

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