PROMOTION City of Ozark 205 N. 1st Street, Ozark, MO 65721 417-581-2407 RICK GARDNER Mayor | rgardner@kw.com STEVE CHILDERS City Administrator | schilders@ozarkmissouri.org SAMANTHA PAYNE Parks & Rec Director, Public Information Officer | spayne@ozarkmissouri.com
Ozark Chamber of Commerce 1471 W. South Street, Ozark, MO 65721 417-581-6139 ANNA EVANS Executive Director | anna@ozarkchamber.com
The Finley River, a tributary of the James River, is one of Ozark’s main attractions, playing host to many of the festivals and water activities in the area.
WELCOME TO Ozark STEVE CHILDERS
LOGAN AGUIRRE President & Associate Publisher | logan@417mag.com GARY WHITAKER Publisher | gary@417mag.com JOAN WHITAKER VP of Finance | joan@417mag.com Photos courtesy Ozark Chamber of Commerce; by Brandon Alms; Cover photo by Brandon Alms
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
“Making Ozark Better Every Day” is the City of Ozark’s mission statement, and I can say with confidence we are making that happen. New residents and businesses are moving to our community to live, work, shop, play and be a part of something special. I am extremely excited about featuring the City of Ozark and trust it will take you where you want to go in our growing community. I look forward to continuing the momentum we have built here in Ozark as a great place to be, and can’t wait to implement many more positive projects that will enhance our quality of life and amenities even more for both our citizens and visitors.
MEGAN JOHNSON VP of Operations | mjohnson@417mag.com AMMIE SCOTT VP of Strategy | ascott@417mag.com
ANNA EVANS
CHAMBER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
On behalf of the Ozark Chamber of Commerce, welcome! We are thrilled to showcase Ozark’s many opportunities for entertainment, outdoor adventure and more. Whether you’re new to town or a longtime resident, I encourage you to visit an Ozark business or attraction for the first time. You may find that your favorite event, restaurant, boutique, service provider or weekend hangout is right here in your own backyard. Of course, the Ozark Chamber is always available to connect you with the resources and information you need. Please let us know if we can be of assistance as you experience Ozark. We look forward to seeing you!
KATIE POLLOCK ESTES Editorial Director | editor@417mag.com HALEY DARNELL Editor | haley@417mag.com SARAH PATTON Art Director | sarah@417mag.com BRANDON ALMS Senior Photographer & Designer | brandon@417mag.com SARA GENSLER Editorial Designer | sgensler@417mag.com
RICK GARDNER
MAYOR
Thank you for reading this special Ozark Community Guide and checking out Ozark, the 417 area’s charming river city to the south. Welcome to the home of the Historic Downtown River District, Sertoma Duck Race Festival at the Finley River Park, the area’s only Hot Air Balloon Glow and soonto-be Ozark Mill at Finley Farms. When you visit in person, you’ll want to see and experience our unique restaurants, shops, events and small town charm. We look forward to seeing you soon.
AD DESIGN Elisabeth Behnke, Linda Huynh, Kylie Green, Christy Howell CLIENT COORDINATORS Brittni Bynum, Katie Wilson, Gabby Jagears SALES Jamie Wightman, Chelsea Warren CONTRIBUTING WRITERS & EDITORS Lucie Amberg, Ettie Berneking, Lillian Stone CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Brandon Alms, White Pine Photography, Travis Howard
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