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Descriptions
ALIVE AFTER FIVE®
Alive After Five® is the Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce's most poular Summer Event. Its main purpose is to promote Patchogue and showcase our many Restaurants and Businesses by offering Vendor space to our Members as well as potential Members. We offer 5 Stages featuring local Bands (from Jazz to Rock n Roll), outside and inside Dining at our restaurants, Informational Booths, and Theme Events.
AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE
Ambassadors are our Meet and Greeters, who play the essential role of retaining and communicating with all potential and new Members. They are a group of Volunteers who serve as our primary liaison by encouraging participation and involvement in Chamber programs, which then augments the membership benefits and strengthens Member commitment. They also assist in conveying Member needs, questions and concerns to the Chamber Staff, who use that info to promote or change policies and procedures.
ANNUAL INSTALLATION DINNER COMMITTEE
The Annual Installation Dinner Committee is responsible for the planning and coordination of installing our new slate of Officers and Executive Directors. Each year, the Committee decides on a theme and nominates an Honoree for the dinner as well as the J.P Spirit Award, which is given to an individual who exemplifies commitment, service and spirit to the Patchogue Chamber of Commerce. This is the night we formally welcome in new Members and Board Members, giving recognition to those who have dedicated their time and service to the Chamber.
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
(Greater Patchogue Foundation Committee)
This Committee is responsible for organizing and providing for the wonderful planters along our business districts, as well as identify areas needed for improvement. They are currently handling our Memorial Bench Program and outing together an "adopt a spot" initiative. They also plan fundraisers, including our Spring Beautification Luncheon/Dinner Event that is one of our most popular annual events.
BENEFITS COMMITTEE
The Member Benefits Committee provides information and assistance with Insurance and other Services for Chamber Members. They attend annual meetings and keep abreast of the current laws and trends, then report back to the Board of Directors to keep our Members informed.
BUSINESS PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE
Our Committee which assists in promoting the Patchogue area and the Businesses within- making Patchogue a more active and fun place to shop and visit. The Business Promotion Committee has implemented many successful Events, such as Breakfast with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, July Sidewalk Sale Days, August Sale Days, Halloween Happenings and other monthly Promotions to support our Members.
BYLAWS COMMITTEE
The function of this Committee is to review and recommend revisions to the Chamber Bylaws and propose these revisions to the Board of Directors as is necessary.
CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE
(Greater Patchogue Foundation Committee)
The aim of the Cultural Heritage Committee is to plan, coordinate, promote and attend all Community cultural events. This Committee coordinates the annual St. Patrick's Parade and the Passing of the Sash, 4 Miler May the Road Rise to Meet Ye Run, and St. Liberata Italian Festival. These cultural events are essential in bringing both Residents and Visitors to our Community.
DIRECTORY COMMITTEE
This Committee is responsible for producing, editing and selling advertising for our yearly Chamber Directory. The Directory is a membership perk, which is distributed to our Community, Clients and Customers. Another valuable tool to promote our Businesses, events and attractions.
EAST END FAÇADE GRANTS COMMITTEE
The purpose of the East End Façade Grant Committee is to provide financial assistance to Property and Business Owners seeking to renovate and restore building facades, on Main Street, east of Bay Avenue.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Finance Committee develops the proposed financial budget for the coming fiscal year. They also provide monthly reports to the Board of Directors, which are then reviewed by the Treasurer at each Board of Director's Meeting. Delete highlighted area. The Finance Committee is only responsible for the budget.
FOUNDATION GALA COMMITTEE
(Greater Patchogue Foundation Committee)
CHAIRPERSON: OPEN
GRANTS COMMITTEE
(Greater Patchogue Foundation Committee & Chamber)
The mission of the Grants Committee is to identify and seek funding to provide financial resources to address quality of life issues for all Businesses and Residents of the Greater Patchogue Community. Elected officials and their representatives who play a vital role in providing local, Town, County, State and Federal funds are also invited to attend these meetings. The Committee maintains an inventory of current grant applications, and monitors the progress of each project until it is implemented.
MARKETING COMMITTEE
The Marketing Committee publicizes the efforts and events of the Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce by way of press releases, print advertising, social media and media alerts.
NETWORKING COMMITTEE
The Networking Committee is responsible for planning the Chamber's monthly Networking and General meetings. These functions are important vehicles to promoting your Business and Services- the place where new and essential Business contacts can be made.
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
The resolve of the Nominating Committee is to prepare a slate of Nominees for positions on the Chamber Board of Directors that will be vacant in the next fiscal year which runs from October 1st through September 30th.
SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
The Scholarship Committee evaluates applications and assists in awarding Scholarships to the young and aspiring Business Owners of our Community.
SUNSHINE COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON: Nancy Schaefer (Swan Realty)
THEATRE COMMITTEE
(Greater Patchogue Foundation Committee)
Produces shows at The Patchogue Theatre for Performing Arts. Arranges contracts with artist and theatre. Does all backstage preparations including food & other items required by contract and arranges for sound & lighting. Does press releases, mailings, ads, and program for show. At theatre day of event, usually from 11 am to midnight.
WATERFRONT COMMITTEE
(Greater Patchogue Foundation Committee)
Blessing of the Fleet on the Patchogue River the first Sunday in June. Arranges for boat and clergy. Does all advertisements. Notifies the restaurants and marinas on Patchogue River and Great South Bay.
Please contact the Chamber office at 631-207-1000 or email info@patchogue.com if available.
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