About Our Chamber
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| We've started are 2008 membership drive and would like to invite all residents and friends of Chase County to join us as we work together for the continued success of our community.
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What is it? |
It is a voluntary organization of Chase county citizens who are investing their time, money and efforts in a community development program to improve the agricultural, business, industrial, cultural and civic wellbeing of the community. |
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What is its purpose? |
To sponsor and encourage any activity that will lead toward the creation of more dollars for more people and to improve the overall economic welfare of Chase County. To have a clearinghouse for community ideas, activities and information. To put community ideas into action and to be of the most service to the most people. |
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Who can join? |
Any responsible citizen interested in the community and who is willing to make a personal and financial investment in the community. |
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Who runs it? |
The membership governs the Chamber. The officers and a five-member board of directors elected by the entire membership determine the policies and direct activities. |
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Are the Directors paid? |
The only paid employees are the administrative director, who devotes both paid and volunteer hours to the Chamber. Part-time employees, typically high school students, are hired to work on the weekends. Officers, directors and committee chair-people all serve without pay.
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How does it work? |
Primarily through committees. All members, regardless of the dues they pay, have the same voice, same privileges and the same opportunities to serve on these committees. Committees are appointed or are formed voluntarily to carry out these various projects. Some of these projects are completed in a short time, while others may require even several years of sustained effort. The Chamber of Commerce should not be taken as a social club. It is an active organization and a business institution dedicated to these projects, which will provide a more abundant life for all in Chase County. |
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What are the benefits? |
Numerous services are available to members. However, the real benefits come directly and indirectly through the continuous development of our community. An active, well-supported Chamber provides increased income not only for merchants, farmers, ranchers and professionals but also more job opportunities for our community. |
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If you would like to join the Chamber of Commerce you can contact us This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 620.273.8469 |
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The Chase County Chamber of Commerce was created in December of 1995 to advance civic, agricultural, commercial, industrial and financial interests of Chase County and its trade territory.