March 2, 2015


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March 7, 2015 - Legislative Cracker Barrel
Final Cracker Barrel of the Session!
This coffee serves as an open forum for discussions with the District 18 officials about issues that affect your business.

Avera Office Pavilion Amphitheatre, 409 Summit St. beginning at 10 a.m. 

Come Join us...
National Ag Week - March 15th - 21st
Agriculture is Yankton's #1 Industry!  We Salute our Area Producers and Ag Businesses during National Ag Week...
America's farmers, ranchers and growers are some of our nation's greatest assets. Not only do we rely on agriculture for our food, feed, fiber, and fuel, our agricultural producers preserve our environment, and help drive our national economy.

The Yankton Chamber of Commerce Agri-Business Committee salutes area producers during National Ag Week March 15 - 21.

Members of the Chamber will be visiting local ag businesses during this week and talking with their customers about ag - stay tuned for more details to come! 


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Other Upcoming Events
March 6, 2015
Fort Randall Ribbon Cutting
March 6, 2015  Read more...
March 7, 2015
Legislative Cracker Barrel
 
March 7, 2015

This is the last Cracker Barrel of this legislative session! Don't miss it. We've had a great turnout so far!
March 10, 2015
Chamber Mixer - Yankton Area Ice Association
March 10th, 2015 @ 901 Whiting Drive
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March 11, 2015
Growth Award Ribbon Cutting - allPOINTS Yankton Dental
March 11th, 2015 @ 409 Summit St. Ste. 3400
March 15-21, 2015
National Ag Week
March 15th - 21st, 2015   Read more...
March 23, 2015
Interchange Forum - City Commission
March 23rd, 2015  Read more...
March 24, 2015
Chamber/Media Forum
March 24th, 2015  Read more...
March 26, 2015
Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting - Shoe Sensation
March 26th, 2015 @ 3100 Broadway Ave located in The Shoppes Mall
March 30, 2015
Interchange Forum - School Board
March 30th, 2015  Read more...
March 31, 2015
Annual Banquet
March 31st, 2015  Read more...


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City of Yankton Awarded $400,000 TAP Grant for Trail System Extension!
We'd like to give a big shout-out to Chamber members, Todd Larson, Director of the Yankton Parks & Recreation Department, and Ken Kopetsky of Kopetsky's Ace Hardware and Ace Bike & Fitness for taking their time, talent and boundless energy to Pierre to help ensure that Yankton was awarded a TAP (Transportation Alternative Program) Grant.

 Todd & Ken traveled to Pierre, armed with testimonials from community members, to convince the commission that Yankton was a strong candidate for the grant. They walked away with the maximum amount allowed, $400,000, towards a bike and trail system on the Northwest side of town.

Congratulations to them both and we thank them heartily for their efforts on Yankton's behalf!
The 25 Rules of Successful Tourism
- Lesson Four
"Toilets attract more than Flies - the rule of necessity"

As a parent who travels with children - I couldn't agree more with this lesson. It never fails, the words "I gotta go" are always uttered after we've passed an exit and the next one is miles down the road. However, just getting to that exit doesn't bring instant relief as now we have to search for a bathroom.

Roger Brooks points out that many businesses make a big mistake when they post signs saying that restrooms are for customers only. Most people don't even think about buying anything until they have an empty bladder. He states "prohibitive signs discourage visitors from becoming customers."  Did you know that McDonald's doesn't have public restrooms?  However they know providing clean restrooms will typically translate in to sales.

I know it does for me and my family. When we stop to use the restroom, we will inevitably buy food to eat or something to drink or both. If we see a cute shop or something worth checking out - we may take a few minutes to stretch our legs and even spend more money before hopping back in the car

According to Brooks, "Smart communities have a profitable little secret when they provide people with the thing they need the most - restrooms. Located close to attractions or other visitor amenities with easy highway access, toilets will attract more money than flies."
2015 Legislative Session -
Watch for Alerts

The 90th South Dakota legislative session is still on!  The Governmental Affairs Committee of the Chamber will be involved in advocacy for the membership.

You are encouraged to go to http://www.yanktonsd.com/advocacy/legislative/ to watch for legislative alerts and information on bills.
In This Issue
New Member
Midcontinent Business Solutions
3901 N. Louise
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
(800) 888-1300


Welcome to the Chamber!
Renewing Members
Boller Printing
Dakota Financial Services, Inc.
Limestone, Inc.  
Pro Cellular 
Yankton County Observer 
Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce
(605) 665-3636
[email protected]
Convention & Visitors Bureau Calendar
Need to get your event listed?  Submit an Event!
Chamber's Strategic Plan, 2015
Mission Statement:  To provide leadership for enhancing economic opportunities that will create value for the membership and the Yankton Area.

#1 - Expand & Form Strategic Alliances
#2 - Increase Membership & Retention
#3 - Expand & Enhance Communication with Members & Alliances
#4 - Enhance Operational & Member Technology
#5 - Reorganize Committees & Member Programs

If you have any questions about our Strategic plan, please feel free to contact any Board Member or call the Chamber office at 665-3636! 
 


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Be a Centerpiece Sponsor!
Be a centerpiece sponsor for our Annual Banquet - Denim & Diamonds!

Your cost is the centerpiece to be given away to one lucky winner plus 12 promotional items from your business!

Only 35 tables are available - email [email protected] or call the Chamber today at 665-3636!

HR Boot Camp Management Essential Series 
SD MTS has partnered with The Weston Group to offer four workshops, one each quarter on the essentials of Human Resources. The first course in Yankton is slated for March 25, 2015. Please note that if you have a conflict for one session, you may register for that session on a different date in another city.

With WORKFORCE being the most discussed topic at all levels of business and government, SD MTS will be offering a host of programs throughout South Dakota in 2015 on various workforce related topics. Visit www.sdmanufacturing.com often to see the upcoming course offerings.

View Flyer & Schedule 

Chamber Board 

President: Josh Svatos; Vice President: Chris Ferdig; Secretary/Treasurer: Ken Kopetsky

Board Members:  Chuck Aman ~ Bridget Benson ~ Shane Bertsch ~ Kevin Hunhoff ~ Tammy Matuska 

Cynthia Miller ~ Marcy Moser ~ Kathy Quinlivan ~ Kristi Palecek ~ Dan Somsen

Becky Souchek ~ Jack Weeks ~ Todd Woods



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