June - Madison Chamber of Commerce

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June
A newsletter of the Madison Area Chamber of Commerce
2nd annual country music festival to be held at Prairie Village
The 2nd annual Motongator Joe’s
Country Music Festival is scheduled once
again at Prairie Village in Madison, SD for
June 26, 27, 28, 2009 with the gates opening at 9:00 am Friday, June 26th.
With the immense support from
Knology, the Lake Area Improvement
Corporation (LAIC), Jaycees, and other
area businesses, national touring country
music acts including: Buddy Jewell,
Michael Peterson, Merle Haggard Jr. (Noel
Haggard), Tommy Horton, Honky Tonk
Twisters and W.C. Edgar will be showcased over the 3 days for the advanced
weekend ticket rate of only $25.
Other acts scheduled to appear include:
Full Gallop Band, Clayton Hartley, Cliff
Sorum, Slackwater Jack, Greg Koons,
Night Raiders, Manda Jo, Howie Gamber
Band, Vermillion, Ben Treffer, Motongator
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WINDOW
MURAL
Kelli Brown, manager of Pro Cellular
Wireless, contacted Angie Christensen
with an idea she had about painting
their store front at 107 South Egan
Avenue and the idea flourished.
Pictured is what Kelli calls a ‘tribute to
Madison’. With various landmarks in
the city, the “Discover the Unexpected”
logo and Chamber of Commerce members listed on the window, this stunning
picture is sure to slow traffic on
Egan Avenue. Stephanie Miller
(middle) and Kelli Brown (right) helped
Angie
Christensen
(left)
paint
the window.
New Country Review, Clay Creek Deaf
Cowboy Band, Motongator Joe and more!
“What a wonderful outpouring of support we have enjoyed from all. (It) gives
me a promising glimpse of what the future
holds for our festival and for the area businesses that will benefit from this source of
tourism. For this rock pickin’ farm boy, it’s
great to see the excitement and anticipation people have about the festival,” says
Motongator Joe.
2008 marked the first year for
Motongator Joe’s Country Music Festival
in Madison. With an already successful
country music festival over 12 years old at
his ranch in Michigan, and the great support and following by South Dakotans of
his live touring show, Joe saw not only the
potential, but the need for country entertainment in South Dakota. After visiting a
number of locations that ‘could have
worked’, Joe was introduced to Prairie
Village in Madison.
Joe says, “I just felt it as soon as I
walked on the grounds. It spoke to me and
brought together everything Motongator
Joe’s Country Music Festival stands for:
country living, family, life lessons, music
and camping but especially affordability
for the blue collar, hardworking person.”
After developing a plan and a relationship, Prairie Village and Motongator Joe
were able to lay the foundation for this
annual festival for many years to come.
While last year saw better than anticipated attendance even with less than
desirable weather, (Joe never knew the
wind could blow at 40 mph for hours at a
time without a hurricane present) 2009 is
showing exceptional promise with the
schedule featured lineup.
While carry-ins are allowed, food and
novelty vendors including the Prairie
Village Cook Shack will be available. The
seating is a ‘bring your own lawn chair’
general admission set up and parking is
FREE. Prairie Village will also be operating their steam powered train and carousel
throughout the weekend. Tickets to the
festival are available indefinitely, while
campsites are limited.
“We encourage anybody with questions
or comments to call anytime. We are also
interested in hearing from other local businesses with their ideas or thoughts about
how we can work together to better serve
the community.”
More information can be found at
www.bigtimecountry.com or by calling toll
free 866-245-2702 for tickets.
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June
BOARD OFFICERS
Beth Bernard
President
Ph: 256-3333
Pizza Ranch
Bob Sahr
Vice President
Ph: 256-4536
East River Electric
Eric Sinclair
Sec/Treas
Ph: 256-4000
Montgomery’s Furniture
BOARD MEMBERS
Val Burg
Ph: 256-9105
B&G Transportation
Russell Olson
Ph: 256-6536
Heartland
Donna Uthe
Ph: 256-6628
ECCO, Inc.
Bob Fodness
Ph: 556-7500
Real Estate Retrievers
Tracy Fox
Ph: 256-5693
DSU Foundation
From the Board. . .
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A FREE EDUCATION?
When I moved back to the area just over two years ago, I really had a lot to learn.
Although in many areas of my life this hasn’t changed, my knowledge of the process
and effort that it takes to keep a community like Madison moving ahead definitely has.
When I first came back to the area I started attending the Chamber’s Retail
Committee meetings, which is now called Community Promotions. This committee is
active in the planning and executing many events that bring people to our community
like Crazy Days, Day with Santa, and Lake Appreciation Day to name a few. I see this
committee as being a very critical component of our community not only because the
events we put on bring people together; they also help bring consumers and their wallets to Madison. This not only helps the retail community, but also increases our sales
tax revenues and in the end makes life better for all who live here. If you haven’t
guessed yet, this is where the free education comes in. One of the biggest challenges for
the Community Promotions Committee is finding people who are willing to take the
time to participate by attending monthly meetings, helping with the planning and execution of the different events, and most importantly bring fresh ideas and insights to
the table. This is an opportunity that is open to any Chamber Member and speaking on
behalf of the committee, we would love to have you!
I also want to emphasize that I am speaking narrowly about one of the Chamber’s
committee’s. In reality, there are many committees all facing the same challenges and
needing people like you to volunteer your time to help move our community forward. I
know that if you take the time to help you will be rewarded may times over with the
good feelings you get from giving back to your community.
If you would like to help, please contact Julie or Penni at the Chamber office for
more information about the Chamber’s committees and how you can become an active
participant in this great community!
P.S. I have now started my first year on the Chamber Board and I am very excited
about the educational opportunities that this new challenge will bring!
Eric Sinclair
Madison Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
Wolff awarded second place at
Toastmasters Speech Contest
Shannon Kauffman
Ph: 256-6641
Pamida
Scott Backus
Ph: 256-2049
Power Promotions
EX-OFFICIO
Gene Hexom
Mayor, City of Madison
Bert Verhey
Rep., Lake Co. Commission
Dr. Douglas Knowlton
President, DSU
Vince Schaefer
Supt., Madison Central Schools
Aaron Walter
Dir., Community Center
Dwaine Chapel
Dir., Lake Area Imp. Corp.
SSG Mark Ferber
211th En. Co. National Guard
STAFF
Julie Gross
Executive Director
Penni Groce
Office Manager
Jenny Wolff (left), Madison Toastmasters Club member, was recently awarded second
place in the District 78 Toastmasters International Speech Contest in Deadwood. She
and the other five speakers who represented South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana and
western Minnesota in the contest advanced through three levels of competition to qualify for the district level. Wolff is pictured with first place winner David Otey from
Sunrisers Toastmasters Club in Billings, MT and third place winner Kimberle Nagle
from Bemidji Area Toastmasters in Bemidji, MN. As the local chapter of Toastmasters
International, the Madison Toastmasters Club provides a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills. The club meets the first and third Thursday of the
month at the Madison Public Library. Those interested in learning more about
Toastmasters or becoming a member are encouraged to visit a meeting or contact Jenny
Wolff at [email protected] or 256-8049.
Buckle Up
BULLDOGS!
JULIE GROSS,
Note
from the
Director
Executive Director
When Kelli Brown, manager of Pro
Cellular Wireless, first contacted me
about her idea of painting something
about Madison on their store front window, I had no idea it would flourish into
the stunning window it is today. If you
haven’t taken the time to view it, I would
encourage you to stop at 107 South Egan
Avenue and look for yourself.
The window, which depicts various
landmarks in Madison, was painted by
Angie Christensen along with help from
Stephanie Miller and Kelli Brown. It is
an awesome sight which has the DSU
and Bulldog logo, the Elementary, Junior
High and High School buildings, Bike
Trail, Community Center, Aquatic
Center, Baughman Park, Memorial Park
with a flag and the Pledge of Allegiance,
Library, Courthouse, Depot, Dakota
Prairie Playhouse and the DSU
Fieldhouse, to name a few. The 2009
Chamber members are also listed on the
window. Kelli wanted it to be a tribute
to Madison and that’s exactly what it is.
GREAT JOB Pro Cellular Wireless,
and thank you Kelli, for your vision to
portray Madison so it could be shared
with both residents and visitors.
We have been receiving more and
more inquiries at the Chamber about
Madison from people who are planning to
visit this summer to camp, fish or attend
camps. Many of these people tell us they
have never been to Madison before. Put
yourself in their shoes, when you drive
into and around Madison what do you
see? Are lawns neatly mowed and are
store fronts, businesses and awnings
attractive? Most residents in the community are conscientious about their property and if everyone does their part visitors will see and experience Madison for
the great community it is.
At the Chamber we are gearing up for
a summer of fun events. We have chosen
“Pool of Treasures” as the theme for
Crazy Days to support the new Aquatic
Center. If your group or non-profit
organization would like to participate in
Crazy Days on July 24-25 by having a
booth, games for kids or assisting the
Community Promotions Committee,
please contact us. We anticipate Crazy
Days will be two days of fun activities for
everyone. Your input is welcome and we
want to be certain you find a ‘pool of treasures’ in Madison!
Until next month, enjoy your
community and the lakes as you
“Discover the Unexpected.”
WE WELCOME
NEW MEMBERS!
If you are interested in taking
advantage of all the benefits of becoming a
Chamber member, please contact us today!
256-2454 or by email at
[email protected].
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June
Northern Bull Riding Tour
comes to Prairie Village
LUCE PIONEER DAY
The 3rd annual Northern Bull Riding
Tour is coming to Prairie Village on Friday,
June 12th. The evening will begin with a
Calcutta at 6:30 pm and bull riding at 7:00
pm. Last year, the family fun entertainment drew a standing room only crowd and
with the anticipation of another successful
event, more seating has been made available.
The event is supported by the Madison
Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee and
MADISON, S.D. – Become a part of living history on Saturday, June 13 at Luce
Pioneer Day at Lake Herman State Park
near Madison.
The event, a tradition for many years in
the Madison area, celebrates the original
pioneers who homesteaded in Lake
County with family activities, entertainment and historical demonstrations. It is
named in honor of Herman Luce, one of
the first settlers in the area and builder of
the historic 1872 Luce Cabin, which still
stands in the park.
“It really is amazing to see how people
lived back then,” said Park Manager Vicki
Seger. “and the best part about Pioneer
Day is that there really is something for
everyone. Even if you just go for a stroll
around the park and stop in for a few minutes, you are sure to find something fun
and educational for your whole family.”
Pioneer Day activities begin at 10 a.m.
and run until 5 p.m. Visitors can try butter churning, candle making, apple pressing, toy tin punch making, wash day fun,
weaving, rope making, gold panning,
beading, sun bonnet making, quilting,
plans are underway for committee members to provide intermission entertainment. Following the bull riding, a dance
will be held along with a fundraiser for the
Madison Volunteer Fire Department. A
mechanical bull will also be available for
both young and old to ride.
For more information contact Prairie
Village at 256-3644 or the Chamber of
Commerce at 256-2454.
Madison Golf & Country Club offers
a variety of membership options
Many exciting things are happening at
the Madison Golf & Country Club. The
Clubhouse is under new management and
is open to the public. They are offering a
breakfast brunch every Sunday and there
is plenty of room for parties and events.
Call 256-4004 for reservations.
If you are interested in playing some
golf this summer contact the Pro Shop at
256-3991 to set up a tee time or to get
membership information. Many different
options are available including a membership for young adults (ages 18-24) and a six
round punch card. A full slate of events for
the summer has been planned including
several tournaments.
TOURNAMENTS:
June 13th: Women’s Partner
Tourney, 9:00 am
June 14th: 3 Person Grand
Scramble, 9:00 am
June 19th: Chamber Golf
Tourney, 12:00 pm
June 23rd: Ladies Member Guest
Tourney
June 27th: MCC-Lakes at MCC,
1:00 pm
June 28th: MCC-Lakes at the
Lakes, 1:00 pm
Become a part of living history
spinning and pioneer toy making.
Entertainment will be provided by the
HarmoniKatz and the Schumacker Family
Fiddlers, music for all ages and The
Herman Luce Players, who will present a
historic account of Herman Luce and his
friends. The South Dakota Trappers
Association will also present a rendition of
a mountain man rendezvous.
Vendors include Old Mountain Trading
- homemade art, crafts and trade goods;
Queen of the Prairie Honey – honey sales
and bee demonstration; Un-Wine-D - new
shapes for old bottles; Diamond Willow
Carving - hand carved art; Hearth &
Home Soap - natural bath essentials; Back
Porch Herbs - organic herbs; Kahl’s Kettle
Korn and Creative Concessions. Almost
Home Pet Rescue tent will also be set up
on site providing information about their
organization and pets needing homes.
All activities and entertainment are
free, although a state park entrance
license is required.
For more information on Luce Pioneer
Day, contact Lake Herman State Park at
(605) 256-5003.
Did we miss something?
Send it to [email protected] or
call Julie Gross at 256-2454.
Chamber Golf Classic tees off June 19
awarded to any of the contestants who
sink a hole-in-one on the 10th hole.
The Madison Chamber of Commerce
wishes to thank the following sponsors for
their support of the 2009 Chamber Golf
Classic: Aramark/DSU Dining Services,
East River Electric Cooperative, Prostrollo
All-American Auto Mall, Eyecare Center,
PPD, Assist Financial Services, Waddell &
Reed, Radio Shack, Dairy Queen, Pizza
Ranch, Jencks & Jencks P.C., State Farm
Insurance, Great Western Bank, Wells
Fargo, Knology Broadband, Inc., First
Bank & Trust, B&G Transportation and
Power Promotions.
For more information about the tournament, contact the Madison Chamber of
Commerce at 256-2454.
The Recreation & Tournament committee is seeking teams to participate in
the 2009 Chamber Golf Classic at the
Madison Golf & Country Club on Friday,
June 19. A best ball format will be utilized, with the fun beginning with a shot
gun start at 12 PM.
Both Chamber members and non members are encouraged to participate.
Teams consist of four players. For
Chamber member-sponsored teams, the
registration fee is $175; for teams without
a Chamber sponsor, the registration fee is
$200.
Teams will compete for the title, some
fabulous prizes and have a shot at the
Hole-in-One-Contest. A new car from
Prostrollo All-American Auto Mall will be
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June
Custom Touch Homes receive hiring incentives
By Danielle Rosheim
Heartland Consumers Power District
(HCPD) is pleased to announce that
Custom Touch Homes of Madison has been
awarded over $4000 in hiring incentives
and electric rebates as part of Heartland’s
Growth Incentive Program. HCPD General
Manager Mike McDowell and Madison
Mayor Gene Hexom visited Custom Touch
Homes recently to present the incentive
check to Scott Larson, co-owner, and Jason
McDonald, Sales Manager.
Also present were Russell Olson,
Heartland Manager of Community &
Economic Development, and Dwaine
Chapel, Executive Director of the Lake
Area Improvement Corporation.
In operation since 1998, Custom Touch
Homes specializes in “off-site” complete
home and commercial building construction. Their facility, located in the Lakeview
Industrial Park, includes 50,000 square
feet for production—enough room for forty
full-time employees to construct an average
of thirteen 1,700 square foot homes simultaneously. According to Larson, a large
staff operating in a controlled environment
helps facilitate a speedy building process.
“Homes take about five or six weeks to
finish,” Larson said. “When they leave
Custom Touch, they have paint, floor coverings and cabinets, and are ready for a basement, garage and infrastructure. Also, 99%
of our homes leave in one piece.”
While Custom Touch has a largely local
customer base, McDonald said that they do
ship to Canada and have found strong markets in Wyoming and Minnesota. He also
expects the business to start exploring
multi-family and two-story dwellings later
this year; they primarily build one-level
homes at this time.
According to Olson, Custom Touch qualified for Heartland’s Growth Incentive
Program with the addition of 14 jobs and
6,000 square feet in 2008.
“We are more than happy to help
Custom Touch with assistance through our
economic development programs,” said
Olson. “To my knowledge, theirs is one of
the only companies in our Customer communities actively hiring right now.”
Heartland Consumers Power District is
a public power utility created in 1969 by
the State of South Dakota. Based in
Madison, Heartland provides low cost, reliable power as well as energy services and
community development programs to communities and state agencies in South
Dakota, Minnesota and Iowa. The Growth
Incentive Program is designed to help stimulate development within Heartland
Customer communities by making cash
available for immediate job growth and
rewarding qualifying companies with a
rebate on the retail electric power bills for
three years.
Left to right: LAIC Executive Director Dwaine Chapel, Madison Mayor Gene Hexom,
Heartland General Manager Mike McDowell, Custom Touch Homes Co-Owner Scott
Larson, Custom Touch Homes Sales Manager Jason McDonald, Heartland Manager of
Community & Economic Development Russell Olson
Did we miss something?
Send it to [email protected] or call Julie Gross at 256-2454.
Winners at the East River Electric Bicycle Safety Day are pictured with East River
employees Chuck Lohsandt and Maria Pedersen. Ashley May, Lance Lee, Autumn
Mortenson and Gavin Stone proudly display the new bicycles they won.
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With a safety course, bicycle inspection, rules of the road video and prize
giveaway, the East River Electric
employee-sponsored Bicycle Safety Day
embodies commitment to community.
Many children age 4 to 12 attended the
annual “Bicycle Safety Day’ at the St.
Thomas School gymnasium on May 9.
East River employees inspected bicycles to help children and their parents
determine what improvements should
be made in order for the bikes to perform well and safely.
Ashley May, Lance Lee, Autumn
Mortenson and Gavin Stone were
awarded new bicycles at the event.
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rural electric cooperatives and one
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which in turn serve more than 91,000
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The 36,000 square mile service area
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June
The LAIC Perspective
During the past two years the LAIC
has been working diligently towards
growth and prosperity. The following
information highlights some of the accomplishments since the inception of Forward
Madison.
There have been three new businesses
move into the Heartland Technology
Center. Secure Banking Solutions, Info
Tech, and Q-Set have a combined 22
employees. 3,500 square feet of the facility are currently under contract for lease.
There have been a number of entrepreneurs assisted during the past two years.
It is important to understand that these
are high risk businesses however, when
successful, they also provide a high yield
of return on investment. The LAIC in
partnership
with
Dakota
State
University created the Center for
Technical Entrepreneurism. Three 3 students were provided assistance in refining their business plan, how to legally
secure and define intellectual collateral,
and how to work through financials
regarding their business. They met with
a representative from the Enterprise
Institute, Small Business Administration
By Dwaine Chapel
(SBA), a local attorney and an accountant. The students were funded in partnership with the South Dakota
Experimental Program to Stimulate
Competitive
Research
program
(EPSCoR). The EPSCoR program is
designed to assist n establishing a selfsustaining academic research enterprise
with the competitive capability that will
contribute to the states' economic viability and development.
The office of
Commercialization under the guidance of
the Mel Ustad from the Governor’s Office
of Economic Development (GOED) assisted in administrating this program.
With the inception of the LAIC Loan
Fund these young businesses and the
established businesses in Lake County
have an added opportunity to find funding. The program was set up as a part of
the Forward Madison initiative. For
more information on how this loan program works please call the LAIC office.
The LAIC applied for 3 different
grants to support the entrepreneurial
program this past year. A grant application was submitted to Rural Development
in the form of a Rural Business
Jack’s “The Meat Store”
Enterprise Grant (RBEG), to Citi Bank
and to the Northwest Foundation. There
were no funds awarded from these grant
applications. All three grants would have
been dispersed over a three year period.
The RBEG Grant will be resubmitted
during the second quarter of 2009.
The LAIC met with a number of businesses and investors during this period.
They have participated in numerous business proposals or project proposals. The
LAIC diligently worked on the Housing
Study, the TIF District, building of two
homes, Highway 34 Economic Impact
Study, Health Care Study, I-29 Corridor
Project, and the City’s Comprehensive
Plan.
The LAIC provided workforce incentive dollars to local entities assisting the
employees affected by the economic downturn. $15,000 was provided to the United
Way, ICAP, and the Food Pantry. The
LAIC has worked hard to build long lasting friendships with local, state, regional
and national policy makers. They have
hosted both state legislatures and congressional delegates and Governor
Rounds on several occasions.
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The LAIC applied for an EDA Grant
but was unsuccessful, an industrial park
road grant in the amount of $485,000
(awarded), an IRP Loan in the amount of
$750,000 to create a revolving loan fund
(awarded), and co-applied with Heartland
for a $1,040,000 REDLG (awarded). The
LAIC worked with the Governor’s Office
of Economic Development to provide
workforce development grants to several
businesses totaling nearly $225,000 providing training for 201 local employees. A
successful Million $ Challenge application through GOED was awarded to the
Motongator Joe’s Country Music Festival
held annually at Prairie Village in the
amount of $12,500. The LAIC was awarded a Federal Appropriations Grant in the
amount of $200,000 from Senator Tim
Johnson.
This is a snapshot of what has been
accomplished over the past two years.
The economic success of Madison can only
be attributed to the investors of Forward
Madison. Their commitment to our community and county has provided the leadership needed to grow and prosper.
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to the following volunteers who helped
fill the bags for Lake Appreciation Day:
Jolon Beck
Joyce Hyland
Jackie Nelson
Cheryl Osborn
Nick Rumbolz
Sherry Stoll
Andrea Tarrell
Rose Trautmann
Lou Vogt
Jim Wolf
We appreciate your time and efforts!
Madison Area Chamber of Commerce
MISSION STATEMENT
To promote our members, the community, and economic
development, resulting in a better quality of life.
Annual Heart-of-the-Lakes
senior event July 10th & 11th
The Annual Heart-of-the-Lakes Senior
Games will be held throughout the
Madison Community on Friday, July 10th
and Saturday July 11th.
The fee for all events and activities is
$1.00 dollar per event that you wish to
participant in with a maximum of $5.00
dollars. Any event that you participant in
after 5 events will be free.
The fee for the Softball Tournament on
Saturday, July 11th is $50.00 per team,
the tournament will start at 5pm. The 10
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday, July 10th
Golf: Register at 8:00am at the
Lakes Golf Course. Additional green
fees required. (4 Person Scramble)
Bowling: Cherry Lanes 4:00 pm
Mixed Doubles. Additional fees are
required.
Horseshoes: 6-9 pm at Westside
Park. Bring your own shoes.
Bean Bag Toss: 6-9 pm at The
Community Center
Shuffleboard: 6-9 pm at The
Community Center
Bridge: 7:30 pm at The Community
Center
Cycling: Old Highway 34 (Start at
Baughman/Belatti Park). 5K time trial
at 7:00 pm. 10K time trial at 7:30 pm
Swimming: The Community Center
7:00 – 8:00 pm
EVENTS: 25 yd. Freestyle, 50 yd.
Freestyle, 100 yd. Freestyle, 50 yd.
Backstroke, 100 yd. Backstroke, 50 yd.
Breaststroke, 100 yd. Breaststroke
Saturday, July 11th
Track Events: Madison High School
Track
Check in at the track at 7:45 am
9:00 am M & W 5K (Track)
9:00 am M & W 5K Race Walk
(Track)
separate age groups will start at the
age of 50.
There will be a fundraiser at the Pizza
Ranch on Monday, June 22nd from 5pm to
8pm with a portion of the revenue from
buffet purchases going towards the Senior
Games for the purchase of medals for the
athletes.
Registration forms are available at The
Community Center and a list of events is
below. Contact The Community Center at
256-5837 with questions.
10:00 am Men’s 50m run
10:10 am Women’s 50m run
10:30 am Women’s 100m run
10:40 am Men’s 1,500m run
10:40 am Women’s 1,500m run
11:05 am M & W 1,500m fun walk
11:30 pm Women’s 200m run
Field Events: Madison High School
Track
8-10 am High Jump, Javelin, Long
Jump (running and standing) and
Discus
10am-12pm
Hammer
Throw,
Softball Throw and Shotput
Picnic: 12:30-1:30 pm at The
Community Center
Table Tennis: 2:00 pm at The
Community Center
Basketball: The Community Center
2:00 pm--Free throws and Spot
Shooting
3:00 pm—3-on-3 Tourney
Bowling: Cherry Lanes
3:00 pm Singles, Doubles. Additional
fees are required.
Softball: Thue Softball Diamonds.
Fee of $50.00 per team. Starts at 5:00
pm (Please bring list of team players
with you)
Lake County Crime Stoppers
offers cash rewards for tips
The Lake County Crime Stoppers is
offering cash rewards for crime tips. The
program is sanctioned by the Lake County
Sheriff’s Office and the Madison Police
Department. You can make an anonymous
crime tip by calling 256-7634. The call will
not be traced and will be directed to an
answering machine.
In an emergency, call 911. If you need
to speak to a Deputy or Officer, contact
Lake County Communications at 256-7531
or 256-7620.
Lake Herman sets stage for fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day at
Madison’s Annual Fourth of July
Fireworks Display! Traditionally, this
event has been very popular, with attendance estimates at approximately 10,000
people. As in past years, there will be an
excellent display with an interesting variety of shells and a finale that will keep you
“oohing” and “aahing” for quite some time.
The display will be shown on Saturday,
July 4 at 10:00 PM on the North shore of
Lake Herman.
The Madison Chamber of Commerce, in
conjunction with the Madison Volunteer
Fire Department, would like to thank
those who support this project, through
donations and volunteer contributions.
We look forward to lighting up the skies, in
celebration of the 4th of July. Hope to see
you there!
Nominations being accepted
for Outstanding Educators
The Madison Chamber of Commerce
Education Committee is currently seeking
nominations for the Outstanding Educator
and Outstanding Friend of Education
Awards. Submissions may be made online
at www.chamberofmadisonsd.com.
The Outstanding Educator award is
presented annually, recognizing an educator who has made an impact on education
in the Madison community. This award is
presented to an educator currently
employed in the Madison community who
has made significant contributions to
strengthen and/or improve education in
the Madison community. Additional criteria include personal characteristics which
make him/her worthy of the recognition
and community involvement as well as
involvement in education.
The purpose of the Outstanding Friend
of Education is to recognize a community
member or community organization that
has made significant contributions to
strengthen and/or improve education in
the Madison community. Criteria for this
award include an individual that currently
lives and/or works in the Madison community or an organization that is currently
active within the Madison community with
a membership made up of Madison citizens.
The deadline for nominations is June
30. Nominations will be reviewed by the
Education committee. The selected recipients will be honored at the Chamber
Educator’s Reception on August 25th at
the Dakota Prairie Playhouse. In 2008,
Holly Renken was named the Outstanding
Educator and Beth Knuths was recognized
as the Outstanding Friend of Education.
Sturdevant’s Auto Parts expands
area for overnight deliveries
For the past 15 years Sturdevant’s Auto
Parts in Sioux Falls has provided
overnight delivery to their company locations and several independent locations.
This service has been expanded to include
the entire community of Madison.
Packages can be delivered to the SAE
Warehouse in Sioux Falls before 9:30 am
for daytime deliveries and before 5:00 pm
for overnight deliveries. Delivery can be
expected to your home or business by 1:00
pm Monday through Friday.
Packages can also be picked up at the
shipper’s location for delivery to Madison,
Brookings or Watertown, but it must be
called into dispatch before 9:00 am for the
daytime delivery or 4:00 pm for the
overnight delivery. If you have questions
or need further clarification, please contact
Jason at 256-6666 or Forrest at 351-1368.
SUPPORT YOUR
CHAMBER NEWSLETTER!
ADVERTISE YOUR PRODUCT & REACH 8,000 HOUSEHOLDS.
Call today! Katie • Amber • Dawn at 256-4555 or [email protected]
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June
Plan your staycation right here in Madison
Instead of planning a summer vacation
this year, plan a ‘staycation’, which continues to be a popular buzz word. For
those of you unsure about what you do on
a staycation, let me give you some tips.
Vacations are supposed to be fun and
relaxing. I’m sure each of you can tell me
a story about a glitch you had on your
‘relaxing vacation.’ Imagine not having to
deal with delays in the airport, lost luggage, road construction, expensive hotels,
high gas prices or the backseat chants of
“Are we there yet?” You can avoid all
these headaches by planning a ‘stay at
home vacation’ (aka staycation) right here
in Madison!
Here are some guidelines for a successful staycation:
Schedule start and end dates. Just
like you would if you were going on a vacation, schedule a starting and ending date.
This will help it seem more like a vacation.
Acquire a tourist state-of-mind and
plan your activities. In order to make
your staycation special and feel like a
retreat, plan activities just like you would
for a vacation. Check out the local historic
or recreational activities. Madison is overflowing with opportunities you may not
have considered. Prairie Village is always
interesting and this summer they are
hosting the Motongator Joe Country
Music Festival, Miss Prairie Village/Miss
Prairie Princess Pageants and their annual Steam Threshing Jamboree.When was
the last time you visited the SmithZimmerman museum located at DSU or
the Milwaukee Railroad museum at the
Depot? How about John Green’s art
gallery? Have you taken the time to walk
down Main Street and do a little shopping? Have you ridden your bike on the
bike trail? Is there an eating establishment you’ve never eaten at or one you
haven’t visited for awhile? We also have
several lakes for recreation, two state
parks for camping and two golf courses
within minutes of the city. You could even
pitch a tent in your backyard, roast
marshmallows over your fire pit and enjoy
the night sky. Or you could relax with the
family by playing games, seeing a movie or
spending a day at the new Aquatic Center
or The Community Center.
Located in numerous businesses in
town you will find the Madison
Visitor’s Guide. Pick one up the next
time you see it or stop at the Chamber
office and we’ll give you one. This will
help plan your activities, find places to
eat, shop, etc.
Leave the cooking to the experts.
When you’re on vacation you generally
don’t cook, so don’t do it on your staycation
either! Eat at the local restaurants in
town or at the lake. Maybe try something
new on the menu. Most restaurants also
offer take out so you could enjoy your meal
in one of the local parks.
No chores allowed. On vacation, we
never have to vacuum, do laundry, clean
the closets, mow or any other household
chores so why should you do it on your
staycation? Leave the chores alone and if
it drives you crazy, hire someone to clean
your house and a lawn care service or
neighbor to take care of the lawn.
Take pictures or videos. Capture
the moments with pictures or video like
you would on a vacation.
Disconnect. Turn off your cell phone,
computer and blackberry….they are convenient for work, but not for vacation.
Leave your home. If you have trouble
relaxing at home, stay at one of the local
motels or campgrounds.
Do what’s best for you and your
family. You know what your family likes
to do, if it’s not fun or relaxing, don’t do it.
When your staycation is over, you want to
feel refreshed and recharged.
Discover the Unexpected! Utilize
our tagline and discover something unexpected in Madison on your staycation.
You just may be surprised at
what you discover!
If you are interested in becoming a Chamber member,
please contact us at 256-2454 or by email at:
[email protected].
Custom Touch Homes
How long has your company been
operating?
Since 1996
How did your business get started?
A branch company of McDonald
Construction
Number of Employees
44
Mission:
To sell the highest quality home at
the most reasonable price
What products and services do you
offer?
Single family, multifamily, and commercial buildings. These buildings are
built in a controlled environment.
Additional Information:
Custom Touch Homes offers the
highest quality of off-site stick built
homes. CTH also offers turn-key single, family, multi-family and commercial building.
We provide a seamless quality fin-
ished product for a competitive price.
We also have a Visitor Center where
customers can look at complete houses
and actually purchase one of the completed houses or get new ideas they
might want to incorporate into their
house.
Visitor Center Hours:
M-F 9:00 – 6:00 Sat 9:00 – 4:00 Sun
12:00 – 4:00
Plant hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 to 5:00 (after
hours are by appointment only).
Contact Information:
Jason McDonald @ Custom Touch
Homes 256-9485 or Jerry Hilton @
Visitor Center 270-9076
Location:
Plant 411 SE 12th St.
Visitor Center HWY 34 East edge of
Madison
Phone number:
605-427-HOME (4663)
Farm Bureau Insurance, Mike Dorris Agency
operating?
Our office has been in Madison for 5
years in June.
Farm Bureau Financial Services was
developed to serve the needs of members of the South Dakota Farm Bureau.
It’s from those strong roots that we’ve
grown to serve a wide population ―
rural, urban and in between ― across
15 states.
Number of Employees:
In our office we have 2 full time
employees and one part time.
What products and services do you offer?
We offer a wide range of insurance
products including: Auto, Homeowners,
Farm,
Commercial
Agriculture,
Commercial, Life, Health, Disability,
Annuities, Mutual Funds
Business Hours:
Monday -Friday 8:30 to 5pm
Contact Information:
Mike or Shanley Dorris
Location:
1106 NW 4th Street, Madison SD
57042
Phone number:
605-256-6501
The Portrait Place,
operating?
I have been in business for 14
years….I was quiet the first few years
getting started and then it took off and
became a full time studio.
I completed a photography course
mostly to learn how to develop film and
to improve my skills in photography for
personal reasons. From the first time I
developed an image in the darkroom
that I had taken I was hooked….it was
like magic and I loved it. To complete
the class I needed a space and lighting
equipment, from there it just happened.
Currently I photograph clients within a 60 mile radius of Howard. This
year I photographed several graduating
seniors that I photographed when I
first started, they were in preschool at
the time. I have also photographed several weddings that were first at the studio for senior pictures and now they
bring their children to the studio. I am
very blessed and thankful for all the
friendships that have formed.
Number of Employees
I am a single person studio.
Pam Karlen owner/photography
Mission:
Every photograph has a story to
tell….my goal is to create a studio experience that brings out natural expressions and captures a moment in time
that will bring back memories in years
to come.
What products and services do you
offer?
I photograph high school seniors,
children, families and business portraits. Previously I photographed weddings.
Additional Information:
To
view
my
work
visit
www.pamsportraitplace.com or log on
to
the
blog
www.pamsportraitplace.typepad.com
Business Hours:
The studio is open MondaySaturday by appointment. Being a single person studio I operate by appointment only so each client has my full
attention while here.
Contact Information :
email [email protected]
Location:
203 E Market Ave – Howard – SD
Phone number : 605.772.4473
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June
Madison’s Crazy Days
JUNE
06/11/2009 ....4:00 PM......................Community Promotions Committee Meeting,
Depot Community Room
06/12/2009 ....6:30 PM......................Northern Bull Riding Tour, Prairie Village
06/13/2009 ....10:00 AM - 5:00 PM ..Luce Pioneer Day, Lake Herman State Park
06/14/2009 ....2:30 PM......................Flag Day Ceremony, Courthouse Lawn
06/15/2009 ....12:00 PM ..................Madison Rotary Club Meeting, Nicky's
06/15/2009 ....5:30 PM ....................City Commission Meeting, City Hall
06/16/2009 ....12:00 PM ..................Madison Kiwanis Club Meeting, Nicky's
06/17-19/2009 ..8:00 AM - 10:00 PM ..Traditional 4-H Camp: Ages 8-12, Camp Lakodia
06/17-2009 ....9:30 AM......................Power Promotions Ribbon Cutting, 109 N. Egan Ave.
06/17/2009 ....12:00 PM ..................Rec & Tourney Committee Meeting, Depot
06/18/2009 ....12:00 PM ..................Madison Toastmasters Club, Madison Public Library
06/19/2009 ....11:30 AM ..................Chamber Golf Classic, Madison Golf & Country Club
06/19/2009 ....1:00 PM ....................RU Green Workshop, Lake County Extension Office
06/20/2009 ....12:00 PM ..................Lake County Calf Show, 4-H Grounds
06/20/2009 ....6:00 PM ....................Lake County Youth Swine Show, 4-H Grounds
06/22/2009 ....5:30 PM ....................Madison Lions Club Meeting, 2nd St. Diner
06/26-28/2009 ..12:00 PM - 11:00 PM ..Motongator Joe’s Country Music Festival, Prairie Village
06/29/2009 ....5:00 PM ....................The Gathering Meal, United Methodist Church
Fellowship Hall
JULY
07/01/2009 ....4:00 PM ....................Junior Achievement Board of Directors Meeting,
07/01/2009 ....4:00 PM ....................Lake County 4-H Horse Show, 4-H Grounds
07/03/2009 ....7:00 AM ....................Agriculture Committee Meeting, 2nd Street Diner
07/03/2009 ....8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ..Chamber Office Closed in Observance of the
Independence Day Holiday
07/04/2009 ....10:00 PM ..................Fireworks Display Over North Shore Lake Herman
07/06/2009 ....7:00 PM ....................Madison Booster Club Meeting, Nicky's
07/09/2009 ....4:00 PM ....................Community Promotions Committee Meeting,
07/10/2009 ....8:00 AM ....................Heart-of-the-Lakes Senior Games,
The Community Center
07/11/2009 ....7:45 AM ....................Heart-of-the-Lakes Senior Games,
The Community Center
07/13/2009 ....12:00 PM ..................The Gathering Meal, United Methodist Church
Fellowship Hall
07/13/2009 ....3:30 PM ....................Madison Chamber Board of Directors Meeting,
07/13/2009 ....6:30 PM ....................Madison Central School District School Board Meeting,
MMS Lunchroom
07/15/2009 ....12:00 PM ..................Rec & Tourney Committee Meeting, Pizza Ranch
07/16/2009 ....9:00 AM ....................Let's Paint Sun-A-Ways, Lake County Extension Office
07/18/2009 ....8:00 AM - 6:00 PM ..Lake Herman Beach Bash, Lake Herman State Park
07/24-25/2009..8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ..Crazy Days, Downtown Madison
07/25/2009 ....8:00 AM ....................10K Race, “Welcome to Madison” sign
07/25/2009 ....8:15 AM ....................5K Race, Depot
07/25/2009 ....9:30 AM ....................Egan Avenue Mile Race, Jctn of South Highway 34
bypass & Egan Avenue
07/25/2009 ....9:00 AM – 3:00 PM ..Mart in the Park, Library Park
07/25/2009 ....11:00 AM - 1:30 PM..Scholarship Car Show, Montgomery Furniture
Lewis Drug Parking Lot
07/25/2009 ....1:30 PM ....................Kids Pedal Tractor Pull, Main Street
07/25/2009 ....7:00 PM ....................Miss Prairie Village & Miss Prairie Princess Pageant,
Prairie Village
07/27/2009 ....5:00 PM ....................The Gathering Meal, United Methodist Church
Fellowship Hall
“Pool of
Treasures”
Friday and Saturday,
July 24th & 25th
Northern Bull Riding Tour
at
Historic Prairie Village
Two miles west of Madison, SD on Hwy 34
Friday, June 12
CALCUTTA 6:30 PM • BULL RIDING 7:00 PM
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Adult - $10 Children (6-12) - $5 5 & Under - Free
Supported by the Madison Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee
ADVERTISE IN THE JUNE CHAMBER EDITION!
Deadline is Tuesday, June 26th • 3pm • Call 256-4555!
MADISON
CHIROPRACTIC CENTER
Dedicated to Quality
Treating Difficult Cases
Dr. Jason T. Evans
Board Certified
Chiropractic Neurologist
• Fellow of International Academy of Chiropractic Neurology
• American Board of Independant Medical Examiners, Certified.
(605) 256-0336
732 S. Washington, Madison, SD
www.madisonchirosd.com

June - Madison Chamber of Commerce

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