July 2016

VOLUME 34 l JULY 2016 l NUMBER 7

THE

CHAMBERADVANTAGE Ready to Sizzle! Cookin' on Kampeska is July 15 & 16

Corks & Kegs opens Cookin' on Kampeska Friday Individuals interested in craft beers, regional wine and spirits are invited to attend a brand new event at this year’s Cookin’ on Kampeska. Corks & Kegs will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, July 15, at Stokes-Thomas City Park. Purchase a $10.00 flight card to taste a variety of regional wines, craft beers and spirits. Ghost Town Winery, Watertown Brewing Company, Glacial Lakes Vodka, With the Wind Winery, Prairie Berry Winery, Miner Brewing Company, Black Hills Dakota Distillery, Crow Peak Brewing Co., Fargo Brewing Company, Take 16 Brewing Company, Bank Brewing Company and Contraband, LLC are all on board, with new varieties still registering. Live music during Corks & Kegs will be provided by Bluez’ll Do. The Black Water Band, sponsored by First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard, will begin rocking the stage at 8:00 p.m. Plan to stick around and hear your rock, country and pop favorites at Stokes-Thomas City Park. Corks & Kegs flight cards will be available for purchase at Cookin’ on Kampeska -- no early passes will be sold to this event. Must show valid photo ID and be at least 21 years of age to participate. Admission to Cookin’ on Kampeska is $5.00. The entire two-day lineup for Cookin’ on Kampeska can be viewed at www.cookinonkampeska.com.

Barbeque! Music! Entertainment! Stokes-Thomas City Park will be filled with plenty of excitement and activities for all ages Friday and Saturday, July 15-16. Featured family entertainment this year will be Flying Houndz Frizbee Trick Dog Show with performances on both Friday and Saturday. The Houndz, and their trainers Jeff and Misty Wright, have entertained audiences all over the country. Brand new to Cookin’ on Kampeska will be the Corks & Kegs event from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, offering tastes of regional wine, craft beers and spirits. Returning to this year’s lineup will be the popular Kids’ Que – introducing the next generation to the art of BBQ and the Burger Battle for grown-up burger aficionados. Headline entertainment will include Black Water Band, sponsored by First PREMIERE Bank/PREMIER Bankcard on Friday night. Saturday’s music lineup will feature a variety of local musicians and conclude with Boogyman Band. Want to find all the details for Cookin’ on Kampeska in one easy place? Head on over to www.cookinonkampeska.com. Admission to Cookin’ on Kampeska is still just $5.00 each day, and kids 5 and under are free!

Save the Date: September 15

"Reds, Whites, Brews & Blues"

Plans are underway for another festive night in downtown Watertown – Reds, Whites, Brews & Blues! In response to the success of Watertown’s Wine Walk, The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce is now in the planning stages for Reds, Whites, Blues & Brews. So, go ahead and circle Thursday, September 15, on your calendars and stay tuned for more information coming soon on Reds, Whites, Brews & Blues!

PO Box 1113 • Watertown, SD 57201 • Ph 605.886.5814 • Fx 605.886.5957 • www.watertownsd.com

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'Cookin' on Kampeska' We’re not the only ones who believe having a great big barbeque event next to Lake Kampeska is a great idea! Cookin’ on Kampeska on July 15 and 16 is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever! Now in our fifth year, the word is getting out among the barbeque circuit about our wonderful venue on the shores of Lake Kampeska. There just aren’t too many places where teams have their own camp sites and all the amenities of Stokes-Thomas City Park. In fact, some of our barbeque friends now refer to Cookin’ on Kampeska as the “luxury contest of the north.” Cookin’ on Kampeska, by its very nature, has also grown into a community event. We offer two packed days of activities for all ages! Please take a few minutes and look over our complete schedule of events at www. cookinonkampeksa. com. We’re kicking off this year’s two-day event with something new – Corks & Kegs. This event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. provides an opportunity for the makers of regional craft beer, wine and spirits to showcase their specialties. Paired with some fantastic music, by Bluez’ll Do, Friday evening promises to be an amazing night by Lake Kampeska. At 8 p.m. Friday, our headline entertainment, Black Water Band, sponsored by First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard will take the stage. The variety in our events makes Cookin’ on Kampeska a destination for families, recreational sports buffs and foodies. This year’s Flying Houndz Frizbee Trick Dog Shows will also be particularly memorable. Our wide range of sponsors again this year tells us that Watertown is excited to host this fantastic weekend. Thanks to all the businesses that have generously sponsored events and donated items for the welcome packets that barbeque teams and judges will receive.

"Biggest Fireworks Show in SD"

The Biggest Fireworks Show in South Dakota, held July 3 at the Redlin Art Center in Watertown, attracted between 12,000 and 15,000 spectators. The evening event began with lively music and ended with a spectacular fireworks display. The following afternoon, several thousand area residents and visitors lined Kemp Avenue for Watertown's annual 4th of July parade. Life Maid Easy won first place among the floats, with the Hurkes Implement float rated second best. Larry Redlin had the best antique tractor and Roy Padgett’s tractor was awarded second place. Antique cars included Sherwin and Pam Linton receiving the top honors, and Trent Stickle was voted second place among the parade's many antique vehicles. Little Angels Child Care received the Children's Award and the Most Original entry was awarded to Sheltered Reality.

Our thanks to everyone who helped organize these amazing events!

We also wish to thank our growing list of volunteers! Many of you come back year after year and have joined us in making new friends from around the United States and Canada during Cookin’ on Kampeska! Our guests certainly feel Watertown’s hospitality (thanks to all of you) and see Lake Kampeska as a beautiful destination. So, we pass that compliment along to each of you, along with our invitation to grab a friend and head to Stokes-Thomas City Park on Friday, July 15 and Saturday, July 16. We have no doubt that this will be our best Cookin’ on Kampeska weekend yet!

Megan

Megan R. Gruman, IOM


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Cowboy Country Store #1 The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Committee honored Cowboy Country Store #1 with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, to celebrate their 35th anniversary of business in Watertown. Pictured (left to right): Ed & Gail Spies holding the ribbon; Emily Mischke & Lori McElroy, managers at Cowboy Country Store #1 cutting the ribbon; and Jim & Francene Spies, holding the ribbon. With three locations in Watertown, SD, Cowboy Country Stores specialize in full line convenience and liquor stores. Cowboy Country Store #1 is located at located at 305 10th St. NW in Watertown, SD. Please contact Spies Corporation at 605-882-0464 for more information.

Harry’s Hair Cuts and Hot Towels The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Committee honored Harry’s Hair Cuts and Hot Towels with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 19, 2016, to celebrate the grand opening of Harry’s Hair Cuts and Hot Towels in Watertown, SD. Pictured (left to right): Angie Lawrence, general manager, holding the ribbon; Kayleigh Lawrence, co-owner, cutting the ribbon; Chef Shaun Lindsey, holding the congratulations plaque; and Mike Lawrence, coowner, holding the ribbon. Located at 16 West Kemp, Harry’s Hair Cuts and Hot Towels specializes in hair cuts, hot food and cold beer. Business hours are Monday through Saturday. Please contact Harry’s Hair Cuts and Hot Towels at (605) 878-3311 for more information.

FreeStar Healthcare Staffing, Inc. The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Committee honored FreeStar Healthcare Staffing, Inc. with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 1, 2016, to celebrate the grand opening of FreeStar Healthcare Staffing, Inc. Pictured (left to right): Lori Neitzel, scheduler, holding the ribbon and congratulations plaque; Heidi Bury, vice president and Holly Brown, owner, cutting the ribbon; and Simie Walford, holding the ribbon. Located at 931 Second Ave. SW, FreeStar Healthcare Staffing, Inc. is a locally owned and operated healthcare staffing company covering northeast South Dakota and growing rapidly in the western region. We understand the ongoing need for compassionate care in the healthcare industry and offer competitive rates and flexibility to our employees while maintaining attentive services to our clients. Business hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please contact FreeStar Healthcare Staffing, Inc. at 605-753-0247 for more information. PO Box 1113 • Watertown, SD 57201 • Ph 605.886.5814 • Fx 605.886.5957 • www.watertownsd.com

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Salon LUX The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Committee honored Salon LUX with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 3, 2016 to celebrate the grand opening of Salon LUX. Pictured (left to right): Sheila Reinart, stylist, holding the congratulations plaque; Nicole Meseberg, stylist, holding the ribbon; Renee Graf, owner/ stylist and Brittany Wollschlager, owner/stylist, cutting the ribbon; Megan Byer, stylist, holding the ribbon; and Kelsi Haug, stylist, holding the congratulations card and ribbon. Located at 27 9th Ave. SE in Watertown, SD, Salon LUX is Watertown’s finest new salon and spa! We are excited to offer our clients (men, women and children) a full-service salon where you can expect the highest standard of excellence.

Quality Inn & Suites

Business hours are: Mondays from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please contact Salon LUX at (605) 753-9889 for more information.

The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Committee honored Quality Inn & Suites with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 to celebrate the renovation at Quality Inn & Suites. Pictured (left to right): Jodi Rudebusch, Venerts Management, holding the ribbon; Susan Dolney, Venerts Management, holding the Congratulations Plaque; Kathy Kuno, General Manager, cutting the ribbon; and Connie Ward, Venerts Management, holding the ribbon. Located at 800 35th Street Circle SE in Watertown, SD, Quality Inn & Suites specializes in awesome customer service and clean, comfortable rooms. We have been Platinum Award winners since 2011 with Choice Hotels and “Hotel of the Year” finalists in 2013 and 2016. Business hours are 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Please contact Kathy Kuno at (605) 886-3010 for more information.

BC Hair Designz The Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Committee honored BC Hair Designz with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 10, 2016 to celebrate the grand opening of BC Hair Designz. Pictured (left to right): Brandon Adolph, holding the ribbon and congratulations card; Steve Berkner, holding the Congratulations Plaque; Colleen Berker, owner/operator, cutting the ribbon; and Butch Liebaert and Emily Adolph, holding the ribbon. Located at 2 – 1st Avenue NE in Watertown, SD, BC Hair Designz is a full service salon for men, women and children, specializing in haircutting, coloring, facial waxing, pedicures, manicures and shellac, perming, updo & specialty styles and extensions. Business hours are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Salon is closed Sunday and Monday. Please contact BC Hair Designz at 605-878-0800 for more information. PO Box 1113 • Watertown, SD 57201 • Ph 605.886.5814 • Fx 605.886.5957 • www.watertownsd.com

BUSINESSES OF THE BUSINESSES OFWEEK THE

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WEEK

Flatland Xtreme

21 N Broadway • (605) 753-9001

Flatland Xtreme, founded in 2003, is a full-service bicycle shop. We carry Jamis bicycles and repair all makes and models. We also carry skateboards, disc golf equipment and Strider bikes for the kids. Stop by and see us Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pictured (left to right): Steve O’Brien, mechanic and Bruce Petersen, owner

Family Dental Center

20 19th St. SE • (605) 886-2805

Our mission at Family Dental Center is to provide the highest quality dental care in the nicest environment possible. Utilizing the latest technology we provide dental services for all ages including dental implants and braces. Our goal at Family Dental Center is to make your dental experience a positive one. Pictured: Family Dental Center Staff

The Abbey of the Hills Inn & Retreat Center Marvin, SD • (605) 398-9200

The Abbey of the Hills is a nonprofit retreat and event center located among the lakes and hills of northeastern South Dakota. Offering lodging and interactive experiences, Come to one of our music events, host your own retreat or workshop, or stay the weekend in order to Rediscover your Peace. Pictured (left to right): Back row: Valari Burts, Secretary; Deacon Paul Treinen, Director; Dan Gallagher, Caretaker; Front row: Jill Adelman, Events Coordinator; Mary Jo Gallagher, Caretaker.

Watertown Dental Care

600 4th Street NE #207• (605) 882-0747

At Watertown Dental Care, our first goal, from the moment you walk in the door, is to earn a feeling of trust. We believe the absolute best dentistry we can provide will only take place when there is a strong bond of trust with our patients, and we’re all working together toward the common goals of healthy teeth and gums and a beautiful smile. Pictured (left to right): Dr. Hally Bach and Dr. Darrin Bach

Ambassador Events July ribbon cutting ceremonies include: Relocation Ribbon Cutting at Glacial Lakes Rubber & Plastics at 9:30 a.m. on July 26; and a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting at Lake Stop 20 at 3:00 p.m. on July 28. Any member business that has recently opened, relocated, renovated, or changed ownership is welcome to call 605.886.5814 to schedule a ribbon cutting. We want to help you celebrate!

Arts & Culture Community Responds to Food Challenge

If you have an item for the August 2016 Arts & Culture calendar, please email [email protected] no later than July 15.

A combined challenge of the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce, Watertown Radio and the community raised more than 1,000 nonperishable food items for A Place at the Table on Friday, June 24. The 1K to 1K Food Drive Challenge also resulted in a total $1,000 donation for the program, made possible by the following generous business sponsors: Crawford-Osthus Funeral Chapel, Hometown Building Center, McDonald's, Midwest Ag Supply, Office Peeps, Peterson Motors, Professional Hearing Services, Watertown Ford Chrysler, Watertown Public Opinion and Watertown Radio. Thanks to everyone who participated – and for making a big difference in the lives of kids! PO Box 1113 • Watertown, SD 57201 • Ph 605.886.5814 • Fx 605.886.5957 • www.watertownsd.com

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National Night Out on August 2

Chamber After 4 @ Bramble Park Zoo!

Our local law enforcement agencies, in coordination with the Chamber of Commerce and Watertown Healthy Youth, are proud to announce that National Night Out will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Watertown Police Department. Enjoyable entertainment will be on stage throughout the evening. Youngsters will also have the chance to win great back-to-school supplies from Target during the ping pong ball drop.

Renewing Members • AFLAC District Office • a-i Computer Solutions, LLC • American Trust Insurance LLC • Arrow Education Foundation • Austin, Hinderaker, Hopper, Strait & Benson • Bak Chiropractic • Beacon Center • Benchmark Foam Inc. • Blessings Big & Small • Boys & Girls Club of Watertown • Brotherhood Arms • Burger King • Care Small Animal Hospital • Casey & Jan Lawrence • Cellular Only • Chad E. Rausch, PC • Costello Property Management • Country Inn & Suites • Crick Construction • CSS Farms • Dakota Butcher • Dakota Portable Toilets Inc. • DAKOTA SATELLITE • Dockter's Electric, Inc. • Dutch Boy Car Wash • Ellyson Law Office • Engstrom Appraisal Agency • Expressions Gallery / Knit Nook • First Bank & Trust • Five Loaves Bakery • Foley Law Office PC • Gas N Goodies, Inc • Gerald Fishman

• Glacial Lakes Orthopedics • Golden Living Center Watertown • Grant Plumbing & Heating • Gray Construction Co. • GSI Thrift • Hartley Transportation Inc. • Haugan Nelson Realty • Hillyard Inc. • Holiday Inn Express • Joy Ranch - Lutherans Outdoors • Karl's TV & Appliance • Krause Construction • Larry's Lumber Inc. • Lloyd's Heating, Inc. • Mahowald's Do It Best Hardware and Rental • Makepeace Jewelers Inc. • Maurices • Mitch's Carpet Cleaning Service • Northwestern Mutual • Pepsi Americas • Perkins Family Restaurant • Pizza Hut • Pizza Ranch • Puthoff Insurance Agency, Inc. • Quality Inn and Suites • Rhino Services LLC • Rising Star Hydraulics • Runnings Farm & Fleet • Schmit Grain Vacs • Schulz Law Office • Service Plus, Inc. • ServiceMaster of Watertown • Sheehan Camper & Trailer Sales • SD Retailers Association • Southfork Lounge

• Sparton • Spiegel Construction Company, Inc. • Sprint PCS • Steve's World • The Tree Farm • Vilhauer Raml & Snyder P.C. • Watertown Box Corporation • Watertown Community Foundation • Watertown Family Eyecare • Watertown Flowers, Inc. • Watertown Wholesale • Watertown Winnelson Co • WCS Thrift Avenue • Worthington Industries

Chamber members were treated to delicious snacks and the chance to meet some interesting zoo residents during the Chamber After 4 held Thursday, July 16, at the Bramble Park Zoo!

A sincere thank you to all of our members who renewed this month! PO Box 1113 • Watertown, SD 57201 • Ph 605.886.5814 • Fx 605.886.5957 • www.watertownsd.com

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Faces of Leadership

Get to know the Leadership Watertown class of 2016! Renee Hoover Joy Ranch, Director of Sales and Marketing Standard Printing, Business Account Manager Renee has lived in Watertown for the past nine years. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, golfing, boating, music & concerts. A recent area of interest has been expanding community awareness and networking to families of individuals with Autism.

Bonnie Thurow Staff Accountant, Vilhauer Raml & Snyder P.C. Bonnie moved to Watertown in October, 2015. She enjoys playing volleyball & softball, reading, playing board & yard games, trying new restaurants and spending time with friends & family. She is looking forward to biking and kayaking around the lakes.

Deb Griffin Branch Supervisor, Reliabank Deb has lived in Watertown since 1973. Her interests include gardening, riding bike, reading and making wine at Watertown Confectionery. She loves enjoying dinner at Lunkers while the sun is setting on the lake.

Member to Member Discounts Looking for another way to drive members to your business? Join your fellow Chamber members in offering a Member to Member Discount! This program is a special “members only” benefit providing a way for Chamber member businesses to give discounts on products and services to employees of other Chamber member businesses.

Jami Stewart

Members can keep track of the most current offers by checking our Member to Member Discount section at www.watertownsd.com.

Retail Banker, Plains Commerce Bank Jami has lived in Watertown for the past four years. Her interests include camping and fishing. Her favorite place to spend time in Watertown is at the Redlin Art Center.

Shoppers will need to present their Member to Member Discount card, available at the Chamber office, when requesting a discount. Here's a few examples of current offers: Senor Max's: $2.00 of an appetizer

Tom Mulholland Business Associate Department Supervisor, Lake Area Technical Institute Tom has lived in Watertown for the past five years, of recent, 13 years total. He enjoys kayaking, golf, watching hockey, Frisbee golf and fishing. His favorite place to spend time in Watertown is on the shores of Lake Kampeska.

Justine Waba

The Book Zealot: 10% off entire purchase Blinds by Dawn: 20% Discount on Blinds Lone Pine Bar and Grill: 10% off entire order To add your special offer to the Member to Member Discount program, or receive cards for your employees, simply call the Chamber office at 605.886.5814.

Personal Banker, Plains Commerce Bank Justine has lived in Watertown since 2000, and has worked at Plains Commerce Bank for the past three years. She loves reading, playing with her son and traveling with her husband. Her favorite place to be is at the lake in the summer time.


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WATERTOWN AREA ECONOMIC INDEX DECEMBER 2015

CURRENT MONTH

SAME MONTH 2014

% CHANGE

2015 YTD

2014 YTD

% CHANGE

TAXABLE SALES CITY SALES TAX RECEIPTS Watertown 2% Watertown BBB

$1,365,210

$1,371,006

-0.42%

$14,186,453

$14,293,141

-0.75%

$61,046

$63,476

-3.83%

$736,005

$734,181

0.25%

CITY OF WATERTOWN BUILDING PERMITS RESIDENTIAL New 1 & 2 Family - # Dollar Amount New Multi-Unit - # Dollar Amount Remodel - # Dollar Amount

0

0

0.00%

35

54

-35.19%

$-

$-

0.00%

$6,785,914

$8,802,016

-22.91%

0

0

0.00%

4

5

-20.00%

$-

$-

0.00%

$7,944,552

$4,728,000

68.03%

9

8

12.50%

85

115

-26.09%

$167,292

$157,841

5.99%

$1,450,110

$1,776,472

-18.37%

-54.17%

COMMERCIAL New Commercial - #

0

0

0.00%

11

24

Dollar Amount

$-

$-

0.00%

$11,416,500

$10,367,409

10.12%

Remodel - #

10

3

233.33%

38

84

-54.76%

$352,000

$127,500

176.08%

$5,396,335

$12,546,810

-56.99%

19

11

72.73%

171

282

-39.36%

$519,292

$285,341

81.99%

$32,993,411

$38,220,707

-13.68%

Dollar Amount TOTAL Total Permits - # Dollar Amount

CODINGTON COUNTY BUILDING PERMITS RESIDENTIAL House, House/Garage, Mobile Home - # Dollar Amount Addition/Remodel - # Dollar Amount Other - # Dollar Amount

0

1

0.00%

17

34

-50.00%

$-

$390,000

0.00%

$3,742,100

$6,139,928

-39.05%

0

0

0.00%

11

24

-54.17%

$-

$-

0.00%

$288,785

$857,358

-66.32%

0

0

0.00%

11

9

22.22%

$-

$-

0.00%

$166,032

$201,000

-17.40%

3

0

0.00%

7

14

-50.00%

$15,000

$-

0.00%

$393,000

$1,088,300

-63.89%

COMMERCIAL New Commercial - # Dollar Amount Barn, Shed, Other - # Dollar Amount

1

1

0.00%

36

43

-16.28%

$3,000

$39,000

-92.31%

$3,956,640

$2,341,024

69.01%

4

2

100.00%

82

124

-33.87%

$18,000

$429,000

-95.80%

$8,546,557

$10,627,610

-19.58%

TOTAL Total Permits - # Dollar Amount

WORK FORCE WATERTOWN Total Work Force

12,192

12,915

Total Employed

11,723

12,430

Total Unemployed

469

485

3.8%

3.8%

Total Work Force

15,629

16,345

Total Employed

15,083

15,780

Unemployment Rate CODINGTON COUNTY

Total Unemployed Unemployment Rate

546

565

3.5%

3.5%


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Downtown Businesses Welcome Hundreds During Watertown's Wine Walk Watertown's Wine Walk, held on Thursday, June 9th in downtown Watertown, was an overwhelming success with more than 300 attending the sold-out event. In fact, the most frequently asked question has been, "When will you be doing this again?" We appreciate our fantastic volunteers and also send our thanks to the following participating businesses who made this amazing event possible: BC Hair Designz Century Gallery Codington County Heritage Museum ddr books Dorale’s Footwear & Fashions Duane’s Floor Covering Dugan Sales & Service Family Memorials by Gibson Flatland Xtreme Mahowald’s Hardware Makepeace Jewelers Slumberland Furniture The Blossom Shoppe Unclaimed Freight Furniture Watertown Confectionery Worth Repeating

We can customize a water bottle for any event! 605-878-3999

Chairman of the Board..............................................................Tim Sheehan Past Chairman of the Board.................................................. Tom Beadnell Treasurer..........................................................................................Chris Bartelt Executives at Large.........................................Tim Oviatt, Heidi Schooley Adam Lalim and Tony Rieffenberger Missy Ahlers Dan Brenden David Eickmeyer Dr. Dan Flaherty Stewart Flanery

Josh Hogue Chad Holden Kate Jurrens Ken Lacher Jon May

Danielle Mikkelson Karrie O'Neill Robb Peterson Dr. Mark Rieb Dale Schoenefeld

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Agriculture......................................................................................Chris Bartelt Ambassadors.................................... Andrea Wahl and Brittany Somsen Community Appeals....................................................................Tim Walters Cookin' on Kampeska................................................................Tim Sheehan Government Affairs....................................................................... Shan Kruse Leadership Watertown................................................Britney Friedrichsen Manufacturing Council.........................................................Robb Peterson Military & Veterans Affairs...........................................Ernie Edwards and Dean Gackstetter Past Board Chairman......................................................................Tim Oviatt Retail Council................................................................................ Missy Ahlers Society of Human Resource Management......................... Audra Hunt AFFILIATE ORGANIZATIONS 4th of July

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Watertown Community Foundation

CHAMBER PERSONNEL President and CEO................................................Megan R. Gruman, IOM Director of Programming.......................................................Caitlin Voecks Member Services Manager.....................................................Dixie Obbink Communications/Membership.............................................Twila Schmitt Office Manager...................................................................... Ashley Johnson

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