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10A • COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL • NOVEMBER 7, 2018 CHAMBER NEWSLETTER Our Mission: Th e Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce promotes economic vitality through advocacy and collaboration with its members and the larger community. Director’s Note Last weekend, our Board of Directors convened for a strategic planning retreat. Th is annual meeting gives us the opportunity to review and re-establish a plan for how Th e Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce will promote our member businesses and advance commerce in the community. We looked at our core competencies, which are: a) Advancing a vibrant and prosperous local economy, b) Representing business interests to govern- ment, c) Promoting the community, d) Connecting businesses and people. We spent a great deal of time discussing the current status of the Chamber as well as any possible course corrections that should be made about how we attempt to achieve our goals. We looked at the goals set during last year’s retreat and analyzed our successes and failures. Th ere are four objectives that the board identifi ed as areas to focus attention and eff ort: 1. Value proposition to our members 2. Organizational health and sustainability 3. Member recruitment and retention 4. Tourism As the Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, my job is to use available resources to further the mission and goals of the organization to the best of my abilities. I report to, and take direction from the Chamber’s Board of Directors, which is comprised of up to 15 people who represent the local business community. At the Chamber of Commerce, we need your feedback, as well as your support. We strongly encourage all of our member businesses to provide insight and suggestions about how the Chamber of Commerce should try to establish a stronger and more diverse business community. If you like what we are doing, tell other business owners and encourage them to join the Chamber of Commerce and support our eff orts. Th e ongoing economic development of Cottage Grove depends on support and engagement from the entire business community. If you have ideas about how to improve our organization, please contact the chamber offi ce or one of our board members and let us know what we can do to better serve your business. If you are not a member of the Chamber of Commerce and you want to talk about how to shape the future of Cottage Grove’s economy, please contact the Chamber offi ce or one of our board members about how to become a member and get involved. If your business is struggling, it’s time to take a hard look at your business plan and make some important decisions about how you want your business to evolve and how you can help the entire community to move forward at the same time. Th is month’s Director’s Note is a call to action. For our members, we are calling upon you to engage in the conversation and make sure our board members know how to best represent your interests in the community. For those who are not yet members of the chamber, we challenge you to step up and make a commitment to support the organization that is working every day to help you succeed. Th ose who show up, and those who speak up are the ones whose voice and ideas will be heard. I want to thank all of the businesses and individuals who improve the local economy through their membership in the Chamber of Commerce. Please visit www.cgchamber.com to see a complete list of our members and help us thank them for making Cottage Grove a better place to live, work, and conduct business. Chamber Board Election Results Th e Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofi t membership organization 501 (c) (6). Th e role of the Board of Directors is to advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of the Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce so as to support the organization’s mission and needs. All nonprofi t boards are responsible for setting policy. However, members of “working boards” such as ours are responsible for implementing the policy as well. Reaching out to our members seeking those who will serve on the board for a two year term begins in July each year. A slate of candidates is presented to the board by the nomination committee. Because we are a membership organization, our members have the right to petition additional names of candidates to serve on the Chamber Board. As there were no petitions fi led, board nominations are closed. Th ose who will serve in 2019 are: Cameron Reiten - KNND Cassandra Washburn- Oregon Aviation Historical Society Chloe Beckes - Jack Sprats Danny Solesbee - 5 Flying Monkeys Gary Manly - Cottage Grove Sentinel Judd Van Gorder - Carousel House B&B & Catering Kate Brown - Brunneis, Pacifi c NW Productions Ruth Linoz - South Lane Wheels Ryan Giff ord - Giff ord & Giff ord Attorneys At Law Stan Simonsen - Cascade Home Center A special thanks to you for your commitment to our community and assisting in our goal to make Cottage Grove a better place to live and do business! Chamber Board of Directors Retreat We’d like to off er special thanks to Enhanced Members Cottage Grove Sentinel, Lane Electric, and Pacifi c Power for supporting our annual Board of Directors Retreat. Th is meeting is of signifi cant importance to the Chamber because it sets the course and the tone for how we will off er support to the local business community. At the retreat our board members get an in depth look at Chamber bylaws as well as the annual budget. Th ey look at the previous years’ successes and failures and determine each committee’s goals for the upcoming year. We sincerely appreciate the time and dedication that each of our board members brings to the table. Without their eff orts, the Cottage Grove business community would not be what it is today. Th anks again to our sponsor, supporters, and those who volunteer their time and knowledge to make this all possible. Support Chamber member businesses and our local economy - “Shop Local and Shop Chamber Members fi rst”! - With the arrival of fall, we are reminded of the season of thanksgiving and all that we have to be thankful for. Th e Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce would like to send our members a special thank you. Th ank you for participating in chamber membership, by doing so you are also participating in the economic growth and development of the Cottage Grove community. Aft er all, when you own a local business where are you generally doing business? Locally, right? When asked to name our favorite restaurant, café, or shop, it is typically a unique Cottage Grove shop with personal appeal. Our town is loaded with these types of businesses. Th e challenge is that these local merchants rely on our business. Without us as shoppers they could close their doors. Th e Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce would like you to consider redirecting some of your spending this holiday season. When local shoppers spend $100 in Cottage Grove, $45 of that revenue actually goes back into the local economy, in the form of wages, rents, and materials. If we spend that same $100 in Eugene little to none will come back to Cottage Grove. So let’s “Th ink Local” this holiday season - Th ere is literally something for every shopper at our local businesses. In one day 2018 Chamber Board of Directors, Advisors and Staff Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce 700 E. Gibbs • Cottage Grove, OR • P. (541) 942-2411 info@cgchamber.com • www.cgchamber.com 2018 Chamber Board of Directors: Thank you for your hours upon hours of volunteer time, commitment, and service! Offi cers Chloe Beckes, President Danny Solesbee, Vice President Ruth Linoz, Secretary Gary Manly, Treasurer Candace Solesbee, Past President Directors Cassandra Washburn, Greeters Chair Don Williams, T.E.A.M Chair Judd Van Gorder Lloyd Williams Ryan Gifford Shauna Neigh, Promotions Chair Cameron Reiten, Legislative Chair Advisors Tim Herrmann Richard Meyers/Mike Fleck Garrett Bridgens Jack Sprats Restaurant 5 Flying Monkeys South Lane Wheels Cottage Grove Sentinel Shampoo Dolls Salon Oregon Aviation Historical Society Retired, Past Board President Carousel House B&B and Catering South Lane Television Gifford & Gifford Attorneys at Law Busterʼs Main Street Café KNND AM 1400 PeaceHealth Cottage Grove Community Medical Center City of Cottage Grove South Lane School District Visitor Center Volunteers: Heidi Abbott, Dotti Bittner, Suzanne Huebner-Sannes, Tara Sue Hughart, Susan Jeppesen, Nancy Kretzschmar, Marie Longfellow, Judd Van Gorder, Sharon Van Gorder, Penny Westling, Sherry Wendt, Nolene Wheeler. Staff: Travis Palmer, Executive Director • Beth Martin, Offi ce Manager • Mavis Bradsby, Bookkeeper of shopping you can support a myriad of businesses and meet the goal of your shopping needs. Th e day aft er Th anksgiving is the biggest shopping day of the year. We encourage you to “Th ink Local” and shop Cottage Grove for all your holiday needs! Fall Tip: Protect your businesses and yourselves. In the fall and especially in Cottage Grove, the leaves start coming down off the trees pretty fast. If the sidewalk in front of your business starts collecting leaves, be sure to sweep or blow them off as quickly and as oft en as possible. Leaves hide bumps and cracks in the sidewalk that may cause a person to have a serious fall. Th ey can also get very slippery when they accumulate even a small amount of moisture. It only takes a few minutes and removing leaves and other debris from areas where people walk by your business not only prevents injury and potential lawsuits, but it also makes your business look good and is more inviting to potential customers. November Business Aft er Hours Village Green Resort will host Business After Hours on Thursday, November 15, 925 Row River Road in the Cascadia room from 5:30 – 7:00pm. Please join us for a time to network with others, learn something new, and have some fun! And don’t forget your business card to enter the door prize drawing. Your attendance reinforces the spirit in which the Chamber provides these monthly activities. Cottage Grove and Creswell Chamber members are encouraged to attend this classic, fun networking event! Next Month’s Business aft er Hours: December – Cottage Grove Sentinel Renewing Member in October Th e chamber’s number one goal is to create a strong local economy. All of the programs and benefi ts supported by your membership investment go toward achieving that goal. Your membership is also a commitment to the entire community and a pledge of support for the economic growth and vitality of the Cottage Grove area. Th ank you PDI, LLC for your renewed commitment to the Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce and your support of contributions through volunteered time and service to the Chamber. Cottage Grove Christmas Kick-Off ! Plans are under way for this year’s Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting which will be held on Saturday, December 1st. Bundle up and join us for some family fun! Please let us know of discounts you may be off ering, special store hours, or activities you will be doing. You can request a registration form by email to beth@cgchamber.com or stop by the offi ce at 700 E. Gibbs to pick one up. We want to be sure to include you in the fl yer that goes to the schools before their Th anksgiving break. Deadline to be included is end of day November 9, 2018. Day/Evening Activities * Breakfast with Santa at the Fire Station * Block Party on 5 th & Main * Hayrides and caroling * In Store Discounts at Participating Merchants * Market at the Armory * Photos with Santa at City Hall * Tree lighting at All America City Square THANK YOU! During this season of Th anksgiving we want to off er a Special Th anks to the following businesses for their expression of confi dence over the years through continuous support with their membership of 25 years or more! Army Corps of Engineers ..................................... 26 Auto Art Body & Paint, Inc. .................................28 Banner Bank........................................................... 37 Birch Avenue Dental, Inc. ....................................37 Bob Baysinger ........................................................32 Brad’s Cottage Grove Chevrolet, Inc. ..................26 Carl’s Jr. ................................................................... 27 City of Cottage Grove ........................................... 26 Cottage Grove Ranger Station .............................32 Cottage Grove Sentinel ......................................... 37 Dot’s Trophy Shop .................................................38 Emerald People’s Utility District ......................... 35 Farmers Insurance Group ....................................27 First American Title Insurance Company .........37 Giff ord & Giff ord LLP, Attorneys at Law............28 Grace Olson ...........................................................34 Hoyer Accounting .................................................29 Jim’s Point S Tire and Auto Service .....................33 KNND 1400AM ....................................................31 Lane Community College Cottage Grove Center 32 Les Schwab Tire Centers ......................................37 McDonald’s Restaurant ......................................... 34 Northwest Community Credit Union ................37 Northwest Natural .................................................37 Pacifi c Power ..........................................................31 Pacifi c Yurts, Inc. ...................................................37 PayneWest Insurance ............................................37 PeaceHealth Cottage Grove Community Medical Center .....................................................................32 Rogers & Son.......................................................... 25 Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel & Crematorium .........................................................52 South Lane School District ..................................37 South Lane Wheels, Inc. .......................................30 Starfi re Lumber Company ....................................35 Th e Flower Basket & Gift Boutique ....................35 Umpqua Bank ........................................................ 37 Weyerhaeuser Company ......................................37 Wildish Sand & Gravel Co. ..................................26 Th e Gift Certifi cate Program is a Member Benefi t Highlight. As a chamber we strive to educate the community of the value of supporting our local merchants the Gift Certifi cate Program is one way we encourage shopping local. Purpose: 1. Promote shopping at CG Chamber Member businesses. 2. Support chamber members with dollars spent in Cottage Grove. Th is program makes gift giving easy while supporting local merchants and it promotes “Shop Chamber Members First.” To become a participating business, contact the Chamber at 541- 942-2411. Participating businesses to date are: Ambrose Collectibles 518 E. Main Street Apothecaria 700 Row River Rd Books on Main 319 E. Main Boyce & Sons, Inc 79149 N. River Rd Buster’s Main Street Café 811 E. Main Suite “G” Cascade Home Center 49 South 6 th Street CG Habitat for Humanity 334 Washington D & D Automotive 48 Hwy 99 South Dirtcheapcopies.com 725 E. Whiteaker El Tapatio 725 E. Gibbs Elu Fusion 106. S. 6 th Street Emerald Fitness Club 240 Gateway Blvd, CG Lavender Field Embroidery 78481 Cedar Park Rd Pinocchio’s Pizza 1795 E. Main Street South Lane Wheels 1450 Birch Avenue Stacy’s Covered Bridge 401 E. Main Street Sweet Springs Family Farm 71393 London Road Territorial Seed Company 20 Palmer Avenue Th e Bookmine 702 Main Street Th e Espresso Bar’n 1551 E. Main St Th e Flower Basket 119 South 6 th Street Th e UPS Store 1498 E. Main Suite 103 Wal-Mart 901 Row River Road Chamber Calendar If you have an event you want published on our website calendar, please, please, please submit it to: Go to www.cgchamber.com Click on “Event Calendar” Click on “submit new event” Fill in the blanks and submit Once your event is approved, it will appear on the community calendar. For more details on the events listed below, visit the Event Calendar on our website at www.cgchamber.com. *Bingo every Friday night at the American Legion Hall NOVEMBER 3,10,17,24 Saturday Farmers Market @ the Armory 6 Rotary Christmas Party 8 Greeters Committee 8 Startup Coff ee Meetup 9 2-Day Mask Making Workshop 12 Regular City Council Meeting 15 Business Aft er Hours - November 18 Fall Music Festival 19 Promotions Committee 20 Th ird Tuesday Poetry Night at Axe & Fiddle, hosted by Kalapuya Books 21 Chamber Board Lunch 22 Greeters Committee 22 23 - 30 26 30 2018 Visitor Center Stats Phone calls: Walk-In Visitors: Relocate Requests: Visitor Requests: Referrals to Chamber Members: 2018 Website Stats Business Directory Searches Total Listed: Member Page Views: Event Searches: Events Viewed: Hot Deal Searches: Job Searches: 9/27 thru 10/31 228 519 3 4 136 2140 1643 2032 2072 62 76 YTD 1,608 2,178 23 47 1,029 11,542 10,404 17,867 16,581 387 474 Save the Date. And plan to attend the 2019 Chamber Awards and Installation Banquet - “A Red Carpet Event” the third Saturday in January (1/19/2019). Th e promotions committee is working to bring you an evening to remember! Awards for Business of the Year and First Citizen are among the recognitions presented. Th anksgiving Brunch Village Green Christmas Market Regular City Council Meeting Th e Fantasticks Opening DECEMBER 1 - 23 Village Green Christmas Market 1,8,15,22 Saturday Farmers Market @ the Armory 1 Christmas in Cottage Grove - Events All Day 1 & 2 Prospectors Holiday Bazaar 2 Christmas Bazaar @ the Armory 7 Lane Community College- Cottage Grove, Open House and Vendor Fair 10 Regular City Council Meeting 13 Greeters Committee 13 Startup Coff ee Meetup 17 Promotions Committee 18 Th ird Tuesday Poetry Night at Axe & Fiddle 19 Chamber Board Lunch 20 Business Aft er Hours – Cottage Grove Sentinel 24 Regular City Council Meeting 25 Christmas Day 27 Greeters Committee 31 Gamesquall! Special Thanks to our 2018 Enhanced Members PLATINUM PLUS • Cottage Grove Sentinel GOLD • Pacifi c Power SILVER Banner Bank Blackstone, Inc. – Windermer Real Estate City of Cottage Grove Emerald People’s Utility District Lane Community College Cottage Grove Center Lane Electric Cooperative Northwest Natural PeaceHealth Cottage Grove Community Medical Center South Lane County Fire & Rescue South Lane School District Weyerhaeuser
