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With spring’s arrival there are always so many new things and events to look forward to. This is especially true with a long hard winter behind us. There was certainly not much “Chamber of Commerce Weather” over the last few months. So what is new and upcoming with the Chamber? The Chamber is structured around five main committees, in addition to Green Days. Each of these committees has a new chairperson this year:
Ambassadors: Morgan Kirkeby – Stoney Creek Inn Since the Chamber is heavily dependant on volunteers it has been great to see these individuals step forward. They have already implemented many new ideas and are building on the fine work done by the predecessors. I would like to thank those that have led these committees in the past: Madilyn Allender (Johnston Community Greetings), Cheri Burns (ChildServe), and Paul Jacobson (Charter Bank). In particular the Chamber would like to thank Madilyn for her role with the Ambassadors. Over the last several years she has scheduled all of the Chamber’s ribbon cuttings, and made sure that the Ambassadors have been on hand to greet members and visitors at the Chamber’s events and activities. The Chamber has a busy spring season ahead. Three new businesses will hold ribbon cuttings in April and May. The Chamber will sponsor activities such as Luncheons, Breakfast Before Business, Business After Hours, and a Marketing Workshop. In addition the Chamber, led by Scott Kahler (Kahler &Co.), continues to participate in the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s legislative agenda. Spring is also an opportunity for the Chamber to recognize the fine job done by our schools. The Chamber is busy planning for the annual Educator Appreciation Reception that will be held May 7 at the Holiday Inn on Merle Hay. Mary Miller of Polk County Bank has a committee of volunteers hard at work to make this year’s event a special one, The Johnston Schools will also honor their retiring employees at this event. The Chamber urges you to get involved and participate in our activities. Winter is over, spring is here, and there are many new things to do. If you have any questions regarding how you can get involved please call Heather Wilcox at the Chamber office (276-9064).
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You Are Invited! JEDCO members - if you have flyers or handouts about your projects and properties that you would like to share with Forum participants, please bring them with you. Road
Improvement Funding Proposal Advanced The proposed policy seems to be favorable to development and comparable with the policies of neighboring communities. JEDCO and Chamber members are encouraged to communicate with members of the Council about this topic prior to the next Council meeting on April 7, 2008.
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Johnston Chamber Luncheon
Location: Hyperion Field Club
Speaker:
Jeff Lamberti. Iowa Barnstormers Topic: Iowa Barnstormers
Cost: $15.00 with an RSVP, $20.00 at the door. RSVP to the Chamber office at 276-9064 by Tuesday, March 25, 2008. You may also RSVP by sending an email to
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Chamber Leadership Seminars
Need Volunteers for Educator
Appreciation Committee
Date:
Tuesday, April 1, 2008 Please join us if you are interested in volunteering on this committee!! Lunch & Learn- Technology Panel Discussion Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Location: Johnston Public Library Please let me know if you would like me to order you a lunch for $5.00. You are also welcome to bring your lunch with you.
Business:
Perfection Auto Spa Phone: 252-9981
Perfection
Auto Spa is a Full Services car wash and detail Center.
They also sell Business of the Month Openings!
There are
still openings to be a Business of the Month
If you are
interested in signing up please call the Chamber at 276-9064
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