Shop Ottawa First campaign launches across Main Street
The Retail Committee unveils banners for the Holiday Shopping Season urging residents to Shop Ottawa First and Thanks for Shopping Ottawa. The effort aims to keep local merchants thriving, noting tax dollars support lower local taxes and future business growth. Tracy Burke of Mages Veterinary Clinic wins the Community Image Award at a November 19 luncheon at the Country Club, with nominators Harold and Kathy Wingert praising her service and compassion.
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Tracy Burke
Mages Veterinary Clinic
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Kathy Wingert
Tracy
Ofced Board
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The
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McCoy's
Radio Shack
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Tim McCoy
Yale Fest
Kansas State Bank
City Park
Chamber Board
Communication & Image Committee
Small Business Development Committee
Phillips 66
Simple Simon Pizza
East 23Rd Street
Roxie Thompson
Cortland Bolles
Boy Scouts of America
Heart of America Council
New Visitor Information Center
Chambers
O FCED Strategy Talks Water Boards Planning Commissions
The Strategic Planning Committee of O FCED met with six water boards and three planning commissions to clarify growth limits in Franklin County. They agreed upgrades and stable water sources are needed to meet rural housing demand. Ottawa and the county update Comprehensive Plans, with a draft strategic plan due late December and public review in January before February approval. The Franklin County Visitor Information Center opened in early November, attracting nearly 400 visitors from 20 states and many more locals, with signage planned for mid December.
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Ottawa Area Chamber Welcomes New Members
During November Comfort Keepers at 4102 West 6th A-1 Lawrence joined along with Seth Movsovitz owner and Robin Horne owner of Soothing Hands Body Works 1302 S Main Ottawa as chamber members. Ambassadors Committee launches drive to retain members and grow membership by 10 percent over last year.
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Comfort Keepers
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A-1
Lawrence
Seth Movsovitz
Robin Horne
Soothing Hands Body Works
S. Main
Ottawa
School Bond Balloting and Chamber Seminars
January 21 2003 bond vote urged with registration open to January 7. Chamber Board backs bonds for three new elementary schools and high school improvements, citing economy and tax concerns but need for quality schools. Also two one day seminars offered to members TIME MANAGEMENT and COPING WITH STRESS at 100 per person with 80 refund if unsatisfied. eight attendees needed per seminar. Health insurance program Q&A with Stuart Pase of Health Benefit Professionals scheduled December 4 with sessions at 1 2 and 3 p.m. in the Conference Room.
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