| Program of Work |
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- Economic Development
- Tourism Development
- Workforce Development
- Government Relations & Advocacy
- Community Development
- Membership
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Economic Development The Chamber promotes managed growth with vision and a diverse business base. |
- Promote transportation infrastructure improvement
- Link with IDC and City to promote Business Park
- Provide business development assistance:
- CBD Revitalization Loan Program
- Available space inventory
- Encourage entrepreneurial ventures
- Technology Zone
- Resource for demographics
- City Map, Quality of Life Book
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Tourism Development The Chamber promotes tourism for economic benefit, community awareness and business opportunities. |
- Visitor Information Center
- 1-888-SEE-FORT
- Web site: www.fortchamber.com
- E-Newsletter
- Promote events
- Advertising and PR Campaigns
- Produce and print visitor information
- Market to group tours
- Participate in Jefferson County Tourism Council
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Workforce Development The Chamber works to attract, develop and retain a quality workforce. |
- New Teacher Welcome
- Senior Class Portfolio Interviews
- Mornings on Management/STAR
- 8th Grade Project Business
- WMC Business World
- Liaison-Business access to services
- Work together with MATC, Workforce Development Center, UW Extension, Government Service, High School
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Government Relations The Chamber is the voice for business. We advocate for our members and communicate on issues. |
- Candidates Forums
- City Projects Breakfasts
- Running for Public Office Workshop
- Legislators Breakfast
- WMC Legislative Update
- Leadership Roundtable
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Community Development The Chamber works to promote, enhance and celebrate the community’s quality of life. |
- Fort Atkinson Web site, www.fortchamber.com
- Leadership training (Project Lead) since 1989
- Community’s Resource Center
- Produce Quality of Life Book
- Directional Signage & Event Signage
- Build community pride through events:
- Buckskinner’s Rendezvous
- Rhythm On The River
- Holiday Parade
- Fall Festival
- Brat Stand
- Carnival Days Sidewalk Sale
- Holiday Open House
- Christmas Decorations
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