April 2016 - Gordon County Chamber of Commerce

www.gordonchamber.org
NEWS OF THE GORDON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
“Making Gordon County a Better Place to Live, Work and Play”
April 2016
Volume 47 No. 4
Yancey Rents Hosts Business After Hours
Thursday, April 28, 2016 5:30-7:00pm
138 Robinson Road NW, Calhoun, GA 30701
register online @www.gordonchamber.org/events
Yancey Rents will host the Gordon County Chamber of Commerce Business
After Hours Event on Thursday, April 28, 2016 from 5:30-7:00pm at their
Robinson Road location. Territory Manager Brinson Roland will be on site to
welcome Chamber members and speak to them about the many services and
products available through Yancey
Yancey Rents is a division of Yancey Bros. Co., ‘The Nation’s Oldest CAT
Dealer.” You can count on Yancey Rents for all your equipment rental needs.
From concrete saws to heavy construction equipment, Yancey Rents offers
products from Caterpillar and other leading brands to meet your jobsite
needs including concrete & paving, landscaping, general construction,
governmental, and industrial businesses. We also offer small tool rental
including core drills, tamps and hammers in addition to construction
equipment. We provide service around the clock through our toll free
number 1-800-RENT-CAT. And we have locations in 14 different Georgia
communities so we are ready to serve you wherever your rental need may be.
For your next equipment rental make sure to contact Yancey Rents. Count on
outstanding products, convenience and flexibility – rent for a month, a week
or just a day…whatever fits your job the best.
Membership Renewals April 2016
American Family Insurance
Max Brannon & Sons Funeral Home
Brian’s Auto Sales, Inc.
Brumlow, Corwin & Delashmit, P.C.
Calhoun Dental Associates
Calhoun First Presbyterian Church
Calhoun Kiwanis Club
The Calhoun Lodge
Calhoun Plastics & Chemicals, Inc.
Catoosa Senior Village II
Community Foundation of Northwest Georgia
Dr. Mike Davis
Dub’s High on the Hog, Inc.
Billie Jean Erwin
City of Fairmount
First United Methodist Church
Fitness First of Calhoun
Floyd Medical Center
Georgia Aquaponic Produce
Gordon County Farm Bureau, Inc.
Greater Community Bank
Greeson Insurance Associates, Inc.
h2bcreative Advertising & Public Relations
Habitat for Humanity of Gordon County
Halex Corporation
Harbin Clinic Calhoun Family Practice & Cardiology
Holiday Inn Express
Housing Authority of the City of Calhoun
Hype, Inc.
James W. Lay
Learning Labs, Inc.
Mrs. Don O. Lewis
Mother Nature’s Eden Health Food
North Georgia Home Health/ Amedisys
Northwest Georgia Surgical Associates, P.C.
Orizon IPE
Owen Security Solutions
City of Plainville
Prevent Child Abuse Gordon County, Inc.
Quality Inn
Quality Staffing, Inc. d/b/a Goddard Mason Executive Search
Reese’s Fashion Gallery
The Salvation Army
Sharion’s Silk Flower Outlet, LLC
Milton Stewart Company, Inc.
Super 8
T. J.’s Office Supply & Sign Works
William R. Thompson, Jr.
Tot Roost & Teens
Wal-Mart Supercenter #1215
Welcome New Members
April 2016
Atlanta Oral & Facial Surgery
Dr. Henry Blair, Surgeon
100 Wright Court
Calhoun, GA 30701
(706) 629-5200
www.atlantaoralsurgery.com
The Craze Boutique
Casie Autry, Owner
455 Belwood Road, Suite 36
Calhoun, GA 30701
(706) 659-1410
www.itsallthecraze.com
Tayse International Trading
Jay Dogan, Owner
560 Marine Drive
Calhoun, GA 30701
(770) 769-4215
www.tayse.com
Yancey Rents
Brinson Roland, Territory Manager
138 Robinson Road NW
Calhoun, GA 30701
(678) 249-8477
www.yanceyrents.com
Local Businesses Recertify as Drug-Free Workplaces &
Claim Discounts on Workers’ Compensation Premiums
“Because the vast majority of American adults work, and many of these employees are
parents, the workplace is an effective setting for prevention messages that have the power to
spread exponentially to America’s families, schools and communities.” (www.ddwga.org)
Certified Drug-Free Workplaces 2016
Bentley Dye Services
Brent Stepp Constuction Company, Inc.
Brumlow Mills, Inc.
Calhoun Auto Parts, Inc.
Calhoun Farm Supply
Calhoun Health Care Center
Calhoun Housing Authority
Cherokee Mechanical, Inc.
City of Calhoun
DHM Adhesives, Inc.
Engineered Floors, Inc.
Evco Plastics
Foremost Construction, Inc.
Fox & Brindle Construction Co, Inc.
Georgia Rug Mills
The George Chambers Resource Center, Inc.
Gordon Building Supply, Inc.
Gordon County Board of Commissioners
Greater Community Bank
Knights Drywall Supply, Inc.
Learning Labs, Inc.
Liberty Tire Recycling, Inc.
Livingood Labs
Mannington Mills, Inc.
Mathews & Parlo Carpet Wholesalers
Michaels Carpet, Inc.
Midland Communications, Inc.
Milton Stewart Company, Inc.
Moore Equipment Sales, Inc.
Nance Industries
North Georgia National Bank
Owen Security Solutions
Precision Sheet Metal, Inc.
Prevent Child Abuse Gordon County, Inc.
Quality Mat, Inc.
Red Bud Development, Inc.
Starr-Mathews Agency, Inc.
Three Rivers Drywall Supply, Inc.
The Gordon County Chamber of Commerce and
its Drugs Don’t Work Committee are able to assist
businesses operating in Gordon County accomplish
significant discounts on Workers’s Compensation
Insurance Premiums by assisting them in the drugfree workplace certification process. This service
is available to all companies, regardless of their
membership in the Chamber. For many businesses-especially those involved in transportation, construction
or food service, where the risks of job related accidents
and injuries are increased--that 7.5% premium
reduction equates to thousands of dollars a year.
Saturday, May 7, 2016
--Local Collection Sites-Home Depot
Sonoraville Recreation Center
City of Calhoun Fueling Station
Fairmount Drug
Gordon County Sheriff’s Office
Home Depot
Sonoraville Recreation Department
Calhoun Elks/Elkettes and The Council on Alcohol and Drugs
Peter Coombe, Chair
Calhoun City Schools
The mission of the Drugs Don’t Work Committee is to
promote initiatives which identify and reduce substance
abuse in Gordon County.
Justin Timms, Vice Chair
Gordon County Schools
Drugs Don't Work Committee Presents Signature Programs
The Drugs Don’t Work Committee will present two signature programs in April and May, both intended to
support its mission to keep Calhoun-Gordon County drug free. The committee will begin with its annual Lunch &
Learn Event on Wednesday, April 13 at noon in the Calhoun City Depot and then follow up with a May ---- Drug
Take Back Event at locations throughout the community.
The committee has invited the Chamber’s Existing Industries Committee to attend. At the event, representatives
of both the Calhoun City Police Department and the Gordon County Sheriff’s Offfice will participate as guest
speakers. The subject topic will include remarks on the benefits of a drug-free workplace.
Follow the Leaders......
Calhoun’s own Kirk Alexander recently
achieved the rank of Lt. Colonel with
the U.S. Army. Alexander is the son of
Dennis and Sharon Alexander (CFO of the
Gordon County Chamber of Commerce).
Commissioner's Award
presented to
Sarah Husser, Director
Gordon County Regional Visitor Information Center
For Outstanding Leadership
in Promoting Tourism
2016
Georgia Commissioner of Economic Development
Chris Carr presented Sarah Husser, Gordon
County’s Director of Convention & Visitors
Bureau, with the coveted Commissioner’s Award
on March 25, 2016. Husser attended a Regional
Conference at Lake Lanier, where the award was
announced. Husser was chosen from a pool of
professsionals nominated by their peers.
Business is booming for two of the Chamber’s Keep It In The County partners! RAK Outfitters and
The Market at RAK are building a new facility right here in Gordon County. They are keeping the
storefront at Calhoun Premium Outlets and using the new building for warehouse and office space.
(photo courtesy Calhoun Times)
David Scoggins, Rhoda
Washington, Eddie Reeves,
Tony Swink, and Alvin
Long had it made in the
shade as they enjoyed
national school board
month celebrations.
............Out and About
Hamilton Medical Center Vein & Laser Center at Hamilton Calhoun Drug Company
AllAroundGordon.com Dub’s High On The Hog George Chambers Resource Center
Good Samaritan Health & Wellness Center March of Dimes Mauldin Trash Service
Gordon County Antique Engine & Tractor Club Northwest Georgia Regional Fair
Calhoun A-OK Campground Gordon County Young Farmers Greater Community Bank
Momon Construction Payne Farm & Produce RAK Outfitters Santek Waste Services
Calhoun-Gordon council
for a literate Community
KEEP IT IN THE COUNTY
Saturday, April 30
10:00 AM
Help suppprt the Gordon County Young
Professionals and our local career technical
student organizations in a race around
Calhoun! Compete in teams of four
people through fun challenges, both physical
and mental, to cross the finish line first! Prizes
will be awarded to the two teams with
the best finishing times. Mystery prizes
will also be awarded.
1st place- $500
2nd place- $300
General Rules and Information
*Race is open to students in 9th grade through adult
*Every runner MUST complete a waiver form
*Participants will receive an event T-shirt
*A $25 entry fee is required per runner and must be paid upon registration
*There will be no use of personal vehicle transportation during the race FOOT TRAVEL ONLY
*Team must stay together and all four must participate together
*Winner is the first team of four to show up at the finish line with proof of completion from
all events
*Cell phones are allowed
*All teams will adhere to the safety guidelines communicated by event organizers
*Allow 4-5 hours for the duration of the event
For questions, sponsorship or registration, please call the Chamber at 706-625-3200
or email Joni Harbin ([email protected])
*All teams will adhere to the safety guidelines communicated by event organizers
*Allow 4-5 hours for the duration of the entire event
For questions, sponsorship or registration, please call the Chamber at 706-625-3200
or email Joni Harbin ([email protected])
2016 CANDIDATES’ FORUM
The Community & Government Affairs Committee will present a Candidates'
Forum on Thursday, May 5, 2016 from 5:00-8:00pm at the Sonoraville Recreation
Center. The event will begin with a Meet & Greet at 5:00pm and the Forum itself
will start at 6:00pm.
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and talk with your candidates and then
hear their responses to a series of questions relevant to your voting decisions. Be
informed. Be involved. Be there.
Nobody will ever deprive the American
people of their right to vote but the
American people themselves.
Franklin D. Roosevelt
-VOTE-
Gordon County’s Annual
Free Tire
Disposal Day
Dispose of Your Old Tires for Free
When:
Saturday, April 16, 2016 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Who:
Gordon County Residents Only
What:
Car Tires (limit 10 car tires per resident, no tire dealers,
no tires on rims, and no tractor tires)
Where: Redbone Ridges Landfill
1224 Pleasant Hill Road, Ext. Ranger, GA
For More Information: (706) 629-5633
This Event Sponsored By:
Gordon County Board of Commissioners & Santek Waste Services
May 7, 2016 6:00 p.m.
You are invited to join the Velo Vineyard Run/Walk Club, which meets
every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. The concept is to promote a healthy lifestyle,
downtown Calhoun, and strong social & business relationships in the
community.
Beginning March 15 at 5:30pm, the Club will meet at Velo Vineyard every Tuesday
There is a 1 mile course, 3 mile course & 5 mile course from which to
choose. All runs will finish at the Velo Vineyard, where drinks will be
served. There is no cost to join the club.
Local Government Grants & Loans Support from USDA
Business and Industry Guaranteed Loans are available to help new and existing businesses based in rural areas gain access to affordable
capital, USDA provides guarantees on loans made by private lenders. By issuing a guarantee, USDA essentially co-signs the loan with the
loan recipient, lowering the lender's risk and allowing for more favorable interest rates and terms. Loans can be used for a wide variety of
business activities, including:
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Business conversion, expansion, repair, modernization, or development;
Purchase and development of land, easements, rights-of-way, buildings or facilities;
Purchase of equipment, leasehold improvements, machinery, supplies, or inventory;
Working capital and debt refinancing.
Maximum Award Available: $10 million, with some exceptions allowing up to $40 million. Funding Agency: Rural Development
Community Facilities Grants and Loans support rural communities by providing loans and grants for the construction, acquisition, or
renovation of community facilities or for the purchase of equipment for community facilities. Projects that support local and regional food
systems that may qualify for CF funding include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Farmers markets (i.e. structures);
School and community kitchens;
Food banks, including refrigerators;
Community gardens (i.e., purchase land; water source access) and noncommercial greenhouses;
Refrigerated trucks.
Maximum Award Available: Varies by project, applicant's financial feasibility, and community size. Funding Agency: Rural Development
Rural Business Enterprise and Opportunity Grants There are two types of grants available. Enterprise grants funds projects that facilitate
the development of small and emerging rural businesses, distance learning networks, and employment-related adult education programs.
Opportunity grants support training and technical assistance for business development and to assist with regional economic development
planning. For enterprise grants, possible uses include:
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Acquisition or development of land;
Construction, conversion, or renovation of buildings;
Purchase of machinery and equipment, including refrigerators and processing equipment;
Capitalization of revolving loan funds;
Provision of training and technical assistance (unless related to agricultural production);
Project planning.
For opportunity grants, possible uses include:
Regional economic planning focused on food system development;
Market development and feasibility studies;
Business training, including leadership development and technical assistance for entrepreneurs;
Establishing business incubators, including commercial kitchens.
Maximum Award Available: Varies; generally no higher than $500,000. Funding Agency: Rural Development
Copyright © 2016 Northwest Georgia Regional Commission
Northwest Georgia Regional Commission
1 Jackson Hill Dr.
PO Box 1798
Rome, GA 30162-1798
Please join us
From Here to International Markets
Discover financial solutions and resources for
your company – whether you are a start-up business,
a growing company or an established exporter
Guest Speakers
Sandro Murtas, CICP, GGBP
Synovus, Global Trade Specialist
Ed Deitz
Synovus, Director of International Banking
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
1151 Highway 53 Spur
Calhoun, Georgia 30701
Lunch will be provided
RSVP by April 15 to Ann Pinson
706.291.5078 or [email protected]
The Gordon County
Board of Commissioners
cordially invites you to the
Grand Opening of
Resaca Battlefield Historic Site
May 13, 2016
3 p.m.
Hosted by
Friends of Resaca Battlefield
Gordon County Chamber of Commerce
Convention & Visitors Bureau
Please reply by April 29 to Annette Berry:
[email protected] or (706) 629-3795
Banking products are provided by Synovus Bank, Member FDIC.
Divisions of Synovus Bank operate under multiple trade names across the Southeast.
Directions: I-75•Exit 320 ~ Travel west off the exit.
The historic site is located on the right.
Spring is in the air and the greens are calling at Fields Ferry Golf Course. Discounts now
available at the only municipally-owned and operated course in Gordon County.
2016 EXECUTIVE BOARD
Wednesday, April 13
DDW Lunch & Learn
Calhoun Depot
12:00 noon
Existing Industries
12:00 noon
Thursday, April 14
Education & Workforce Dev.
12:00 noon
Friday, April 15
Business Engagement
12:00 noon
Monday, April 18
Community & Govt. Affairs
12:00 noon
Tuesday, April 19
Tourism
12:00 noon
Executive Board
12:00 noon
Thursday, April 21
Chamber Board
7:30am
Ambassadors
12:00 noon
Tuesday, April 26
Development Authority
12:00 noon
Chrissy Bryant, Chair
Tai Ping Carpets Americas, Inc.
Robert Mathews,Vice-Chair
Starr-Mathews Agency
Jim Rosencrance, Secretary-Treasurer
Retired Manufacturing Executive
Raina Sanford, Past Chair
Gordon Hospital
Thursday, April 28
5:30-7:00pm
Business After Hours
Yancey Rents
138 Robinson Rd.
2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Fri./Sat. April 29-30
BBQ Boogie & Blues
& Amazing Race
Downtown Calhoun
David Konter, Santek Waste Services
Thursday, May 5
5:00-8:00pm
Candidates Forum
Sonoraville Rec. Center
Jeff Beamer, Edward Jones
Peter Coombe, Calhoun City Schools
Suzanne Hardin, Shaw Industries
Don Holley, Gordon County Parks & Recreation
Jim Ledbetter, Gordon County Attorney
David Repp, Mohawk Industries
Amanda Ruddell, North Georgia National Bank
Justin Timms, Gordon County Schools
Kim Townsend, Calhoun Recreation Department
Shane Watson, Apache Mills
Paul Worley, City of Calhoun