Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce Newsletter: July 2024

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We support and promote our local commerce through communication, advocacy and partnerships!

July 2024

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Passing the torch in a new chapter of supporting and promoting our local commerce through communication, advocacy and partnerships!

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embership in the chamber is much more than a plaque on the wall, the fulfillment of a sense of civil obligation, or the means to generate new business. Rather, membership represents a commitment to the continued prosperity of Josephine County’s economy. The Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce is the catalyst that enables businesses to accomplish collectively what no one business could do alone. A strong united effort gives a voice to members. Tourism, service, retail and manufacturing each contribute to our business community. Come visit us about joining the Chamber and add your energetic voice to the community.

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Chamber of Commerce Contact Information Terry Hopkins President/CEO

Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce 1995 NW Vine Street • Grants Pass, OR 97526 Phone: 541.476.7717 • GPCOC@grantspasschamber.org www.grantspasschamber.org

thopkins@grantspasschamber.org

Executive Board of Directors CHAIR/Kate Lasky -

Christie Swafford Programs & Events cswafford@grantspasschamber.org Brittni Biller Membership & Business Dev. bbiller@grantspasschamber.org

Shirley Liska Office Assistant sliska@grantspasschamber.org

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Karen Henningsen Accounting accounting@grantspasschamber.org

Josephine Community Libraries

CHAIR ELECT/ Alan Meyer - Pacific Power VICE CHAIR/ Donnie Garnett - People’s Bank

Board of Directors Mark Stutzman - Farmer’s Bldg Supply Kelsy Ausland - Ausland Group Jeff Javelona - Old Town Mail House Juliet Long - RCC

TREASURER/ Meghan Boehm - So. OR Aspire Lee Wassink - The Glass Forge PAST CHAIR/ Trent Carpenter Brian Bouteller - Gospel Rescue Mission Southern Oregon Sanitation

Chamber Foundation

Lowell Gibson - Chair; NiceBadge Roy Lindsay - Vice Chair Rebecca Stoltz- Director; JCLF - Secretary Greg Roe - Director; B&GCRV - Treasurer Lawton Lesueur - Director; Mid.Emp.Ins. Terri Wiley- Director; Evergreen Fed Bank Hyla Lipson- Director, GP Museum of Art

very Thursday Morning at 10:30 am Chamber Chatter is sponsored by Evergreen Federal Bank, showcasing events and businesses in our area.

Chamber Chatter is fun and informative while discussions with the Morning Hosts of KAJO, KLDR and KRRM keep it lively and interesting.

Join us at 10:30 am each Thursday morning to listen to Chamber Chatter and find out what is happening in our community for the weekend. Keep your radio dialed to 94.7 FM, 98.3 FM, 99.7 FM or 1270 AM 10:30-11:00 am on Thursdays.

Nathan Miller - Rentec Direct Kevin Gill- Clouser Drilling Co. Tiffany Johnson - RE/MAX Terri Wiley - Evergreen Fed Bank

Sponsored By: This Month on Chamber Chatter:

• No Chatter on July 4th • Southern OR Aspire • • Young Professionals Network • Soul Canyon Training & Dev. •

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Entering my first full month in the position of President and CEO comes with a great deal of excitement and is highlighted by a feeling of admiration.

Prior to taking on this role, I have been a Chamber member for well over 20 years. In that time, I was inspired by the great work the Chamber has done and continues to do in our community. However, as I now get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to accomplish those goals, I am in awe with admiration. It is admiration for the leaders who preceded me in this role, the volunteers, Ambassadors, members, and most notably, the mighty staff that works within the Chamber walls.

I am coming in as Concerts in the Park are well underway; Lemonade Day is being ramped up and will impact hundreds of young entrepreneurs in our community; the Young Professionals Network (YPN) is active and engaging; The Chamber Ambassadors continue to shine the spotlight on local businesses; the Greeters networking meeting attendance is healthy- providing opportunities for businesses to network with some of the best in our community; our Visitor Center is entering peak tourist season and our communication channels continue to reach thousands of people. All of this work is accomplished with a staff of three incredible people and two independent contractors.

I am grateful for past CEOs Dwight Ellis, Jon Jordan, Coleen Martin, and of course, Josie Molloy, who built a solid foundation. Most importantly, I am in absolute admiration and look forward to building on that foundation with Christie Swafford, Brittni Biller, Shirley Liska, Cat Bonney, and Karen Henningsen—a truly incredible team!

I’m confident in our solid foundation and I’m anxious to meet with you as our path forward unfolds.

Terry Hopkins

President & CEO, Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce

541-956-4100 • thopkins@grantspasschamber.org

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Be involved with your Business Community Wednesdays ~ Starts at 8:00 am • Doors Open @ 7:45 for Networking

July 2024

Business For Breakfast ~ Greeter’s Meeting Meeting Time: 8:00

July 3rd

No Greeters - ** HAPPY 4th of JULY! **

July 10th Novus Glass

Fruitdale Grange ~ 1440 Parkdale Dr.

July 17th

Tekmanagement

Fruitdale Grange ~ 1440 Parkdale Dr.

July 26th

Our Mission is to support and promote our local commerce through communication, advocacy, and partnerships! Membership Info: 541-956-4102

Banner Bank (North Branch) 1409 NE 7th Street

Greeters is a powerful networking group where you can interact with an average of 75 business professionals on a weekly basis.

Non-Members are invited to attend up to (3) times as a guest. Doors open at 7:45am. The Chamber Ambassadors collect $1.00 and a business card at the door. Refreshments are provided . The meeting commences promptly at 8:00 AM. Our host has 5 minutes to showcase their business/organization. Emcee’s review the meeting rules and begin introductions from business cards.

When introduced you have 30 seconds to share your information. ~ We look forward to meeting you!

SI CASA FLORES

We are passionate about sharing our family values, history and culture with our community. Come in and you'll feel the vibes.

• Taqueria • 137 SE H St. • Si Casa Flores • 202 NE Beacon • Si Casa Xpress • 502 Union Ave and 401 NE F St.

"Vida Feliz" or "Happy life" is our family motto

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July 2024

Rani Tedsen Tekmanagement

The Chamber offers a big THANK YOU to Jerry Hughes for his artful photography utilized in creating the cover of this month’s issue.

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Learning with The Library Library Resources to help Grow your Business!

Summer Reading Program Storybook Walk

The 2024 Pop-Up Storybook Walk featuring the bilingual story Spanish Tortilla/La Tortilla de STORYBOOK WALK Papas by Sandra Siemens and other stories will be located throughout Josephine County in July as part of the Summer Reading Program.

The 2024 Pop-Up Storybook Walk featuring the bilingual story Spanish Tortilla/ La Tortilla de Papas by Sandra Siemens and other stories will be located throughout Josephine Countyin July as part of the Summer Reading Program.

SCHEDULE

July 1–7 | downtown Grants Pass - In partnership with Visit Grants Pass - Begin at the Grants Pass Museum of Art and follow the path down G Street and up and down 6th street to read the story.

Scan to learn more and view the map.

WILLIAMS BRANCH Find the Pop-Up Storybook Walk on the Williams library grounds throughout July featuring a rotation of stories.

A library card is not needed to participate. Yet, if you need to, sign up for an instant online library card today at: josephinelibrary.org/library-cards.

WOLF CREEK BRANCH Find the Pop-Up Storybook Walk on the Wolf Creek library grounds throughout July featuring a rotation of stories.

GRANTS PASS July 1–7 | downtown Grants Pass In partnership with Visit Grants Pass Begin at the Grants Pass Museum of Art and follow the path down G Street and up and down 6th street to read the story.

Friday, July 5 | 2 pm | Storybook Walk- In partnership with The Hivve Art Hubb during First Friday Friday, July 5 | 2 pm | Storybook Walk craft In partnership with The Hivve Art Hubb during First Friday

Tuesday, July 9 | 10:30–11:30 am | Reinhart Volunteer Park In partnership with the City of Grants Pass Parks & Recreation

Tuesday, July 9 | 10:30–11:30 am | Reinhart Volunteer Park- In partnership with the City of Grants Pass Parks & Recreation Saturday, July 13 | 10 am–4 pm | Grants Pass branch Saturday, July 20 | 10 am–4 pm | Grants Pass branch

Saturday, July 13, 20, 27 | 10 am–4 pm | Grants Pass Branch

Saturday, July 27 | 10 am–4 pm | Grants Pass branch Monday, July 29 | 10:30–11:30 am | Highland Elementary School During Summer Meals Program in partnership with Grants Pass School District 7

Monday, July 29 | 10:30–11:30 am | Highland Elementary School - During Summer Meals Program inGETpartnership with Grants IN TOUCH! 541-476-0571 Pass School District 7 josephinelibrary.org info@josephinelibrary.org

“Serving Our Neighbors, Committed to Excellence”

Family Owned and Operated

541-479-5335 • www.sosanitation.com

Building a business in the community? Us too.

Call us to see how Banner’s business solutions can help your business thrive.

Grants Pass North 541-956-6450 bannerbank.com

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Grants Pass South 541-955-4589 Member FDIC

233 NE B Street. Grants Pass, OR 97526 | 541-474-1040 | wicksemmett.com

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New Patients Welcome

NorthWest Family Practice is dedicated to working with you to meet the comprehensive health care needs of you, and your family.

Our goal is to provide outstanding care to the residents of Josephine County, and the surrounding areas.

1600 NW 6th Street  North Suite Grants Pass, OR 97526 northwestfamilypractice.com

AllCare IPA Member

MEET OUR NEW PROVIDER

Angela Hagerty, FNP-C Angela and her family moved to southern Oregon from Michigan in 2022. She graduated from Chamberlain University with a Masters degree in nursing. Angela has worked in a variety of care setting including home care, skilled nursing rehabilitation, dementia care, biologic therapies, and the medical surgical care setting. She is excited to learn and grow in her practice with the local community.

Angela and her family enjoy doing outdoor activities and are looking forward to exploring all that the beautiful Southern Oregon has to offer.

Years

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In 1994, a forward-thinking group of local physicians came together to “provide cost effective healthcare to our community”.

Thanks to them and to the ongoing leadership of our board and executive staff, this spring AllCare Health has the opportunity to celebrate 30 years of service to our communities.

OF SERVICE

AllCareHealth.com

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t Home Health and Wellness was created and started in early 2023 with the goal of providing outstanding, personalized, well crafted, home physical therapy services to people residing in the Grants Pass area.

ant for them to achieve during the home therapy course. Lori believes in creating an atmosphere of success and believes that each person is capable of achieving their desired outcomes with her expertise and guidance.

Owner, Lori Nissen has nearly 25 years of experience as a physical therapist assistant and is passionate about providing the best service available to assist people with restoring, improving or exceeding their health and fitness goals. She is skilled at a multitude of medical diagnoses including orthopedic and neurological changes that require physical therapy intervention.

Believing that proper nutrition is vital to maintaining optimal health, Lori also provides her clients with menu planning or meal preparation if needed. Meal preparation may be part of a therapy session.

With Lori each client is treated as an individual, has a customized plan and is an active participant in setting personal goals that are import-

For example if a person is recovering from a hip replacement, a combined service of therapy and meal preparation can be provided to work on standing endurance and safe movement patterns in the kitchen. Ultimately, balance of mind, body and spirit creates wholeness and peace in our lives.

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All Your Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality Needs Right Here

Committed to Your Comfort 541.779.1049 metalmasters-inc.com

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Monty, Grateful patient, Brookings, Ore.

Thanks to the community and Asante Foundation, I received cancer care at Asante’s Helen K. Spears Cancer Center and could rest my head at The Family House when I traveled from Brookings for treatment.

Learn more and view Monty’s story online: asantefoundation.org/spears/

“Safer & Happier Driving” For Precision Alignment & Brakes SuperSteer® Steering & Suspension Kits Roadmaster Suspension Kits Tow Braking Systems 417 SW Henderson Lane - Grants Pass, OR 97527 Ph: 541-479-2882 or 800-245-8309 www.hendersonslineup.com www.supersteersuperstop.com

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June 18 - July 23

WWW.GRANTSPASSCHAMBER.ORG

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KickStart is a FREE workshop for new members or a refresher for current members on benefits available through membership. This workshop also includes hands-on business directory and marketing training.

Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce ~ www.grantspasschamber.org

Ribbon Cuttings

Yumberry Bowl 1883 Williams Hwy

Our Chamber Ambassadors organize Ribbon Cutting Celebrations for a variety of events for Chamber Members!

Contact Brittni to schedule your celebration! bbiller@grantspasschamber.org

Beef Cakes Bakery & Patisserie 331 NE 6th Street

JUNE Business After Hours

Bolt Graphix 2185 NE Spalding Ave #1

Networking Event Thank You to Our Hosts:

Friends of the Oregon Caves & Chateau, Visit Grants Pass and the City of Grants Pass

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STORAGE ISN’T JUST ABOUT THE PRICE . . .

It’s About  Access  Accessibility  Convenience  Features & Benefits  Friendly Customer Service  Safety  Storage Space Types

2450 NW Vine Street ❖ Grants Pass, OR 97526 ❖ 541.507.1960 https://www.cascadestoragegrantspass.com

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ILLINOIS Valley Free Concerts in Jubilee Park

Merlin Visit Us Today!

Free Concerts in Merlin Park

Visit Us Today!

509 SE 7th Street, Grants Pass We support and promote our local commerce through communication, advocacy and partnerships!

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Welcome Our Newest Chamber Members Redwood Grange #760 Redwood Grange #760

Address: 1830 Redwood Ave Phone: 541-787-1124 Primary Contact: Bambi Bianchi Email: redwoodgrange760@gmail.com Website: www.redwoodgrange.org Category: Event Center Description: Redwood Grange is a non-profit organization that serves the community. The Hall itself has been revitalized and is a popular place in the Community to hold small to medium sized functions.

ZenBusiness ZenBusiness

Address: Austin, Texas Phone: 844-496-6249 Primary Contact: Sallie Clark Email: outreach@zenbusiness.com Website: www.zenbusiness.com Category: Business Consultants & Development Description: ZenBusiness is a business formation services company that provides an easy, all-in-one platform and trusted guidance for small business owners to start, run, and grow a successful business.

Beef Cakes Bakery & Patisserie Beef Cakes Bakery & Patisserie Address: 331 NE 6th St. Phone: 541-244-1184 Primary Contact: Alyssa Warne Email: alyssa.w.beefcakesgp@gmail.com Website: www.beefcakesgp.com Category: Bakery Description:

Custom Cake and French Pastry Bakery

The Chamber Ambassadors Welcome our New Members!

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Welcome Our Newest Chamber Members LED Concepts USA LED Concepts USA

Address: 1312 Redwood Avenue Phone: 530-708-0220 Primary Contact: Jeff Dennis Email: Jeff@ledconceptsusa.com Website: LEDConceptsUSA.com Category: Energy & Lighting Solutions Description: LED Lighting and Lighting Controls, Distribution and Design

Velocity Clinical Research Velocity Clinical Research

Address: 1867 Williams Highway, Suite 109A Phone: 541-237-0323 Primary Contact: Kurt Brubaker Email: kbrubaker@velocityclinical.com Website: www.VelocityClinical.com/locations/velocity-clinical-research-grants-pass/

Category: Health Care - Professional Services Description: Velocity partners with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to research new drugs, medical devices, diagnostics, and combination products that could improve human health and wellbeing.

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OFFERED

Congratulations to the following Restaurant ~ 2024 Grant Recipients: Catalyst Pizza • House of Glory • Laughing Clam • Wonder Bur

Catalyst Pizza• House of Glory • Laughing Clam • Wonder Bur These four businesses applied for the 2024 Downtown Parklet Grant and all were approved to have parklets. All of the parklets are ADA Accessible, have an art element that represents Grants Pass and/or Josephine County. The parklets at these locations are providing space where people can enjoy alfresco dining at their favorite local eateries.

The City wanted to support our restaurants in the Central Business District by providing up to $4,000 to vitalize the downtown core by generating activity and making a space for locals and visitors to enjoy. This is a successful one time program ( ARPA Funds) that has taken most of the upfront start up costs for the restaurants to construct these Parklets.

Any restaurants that missed the grant opportunity can still reach out to Community Development and utilize the City Sidewalk Cafe/Parklet Permit process to install a parklet for their location. (541)450-6060.

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PRESS RELEASE CITY OF GRANTS PASS ~ 101 NW A Street • Grants Pass, OR 97526

June 28, 2024

Media Contact: Mike Zacchino, Information Coordinator 541-450-6011 ~ mzacchino@grantspassoregon.gov

City of Grants Pass response to SCOTUS decision in CITY OF GRANTS PASS V. JOHNSON GRANTS PASS – Like many across our country, we are grateful to know the Supreme Court’s opinion in our case, and we’re thankful that the Court’s ruling will help guide our next steps regarding unhoused members of our community.

Once our legal counsel has thoroughly reviewed the SCOTUS opinion reversing the Ninth Circuit’s ruling and remanding it for further discussion, the City Council will receive a briefing and discuss our options for moving forward.

While it is too soon to know specifically what steps we may take, we are committed to assisting residents struggling to find stable housing, and we will continue working to make Grants Pass a safe and welcoming community for all.

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The Young Professionals Network is for young professionals in the target age range of 18-45 who are looking for networking opportunities with other young professionals, connections to the community and business leaders, community engagement, and professional development. The network holds monthly luncheons, quarterly socials, and community service projects.

First Community Credit Union, Asante, Hampton Inn & Suites, Peoples Bank, Midland Empire Insurance, RE/MAX Integrity-Bifano Home Team, Sunshine Solar Inc, Kendon Leet Real Estate, Weekend Beer Co. Logan Design and Nicebadge

Our Young Professionals always look forward to June because that is when we do our annual Volunteer Project at Raptor Creek Farm with the Josephine County Food Bank.

We were very fortunate to hear from Executive Director, Josephine Sze who did a great job of outlining the many programs and services provided locally and the impact the Food Bank has for those experiencing food insecurity in our county. Outreach Coordinator, Patrice Hanlon did a great job guiding our group in building food boxes and sorting goods. Farm Manager, Kristin Smith gave a knowledgeable tour of the greenhouses and garden.

Such a rewarding and fun experience.

Thanks to Si Casa for generously feeding our group and Weekend Beer Company for treating everyone to some cold & refreshing beverages! We are so thankful for the continued partnerships and relationships created within our community!

Next up will be a Panel Discussion on Cash Flow Success in July at the Hivve. For event information and registration, please visit our Community Calendar at www.grantspasschamber.org.

Chamber of Commerce Text Messaging Program General Messages - Text GPJC to 38316 To join the YPN group - Text GPYPN to 38316 To join the Greeters group Text GREETERS to 38316 To join the Merchant group Text MERCHANT to 38316 22

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AMR Ambulance Ausland Group BestMed Urgent Care Redwoods Leavitt Insurance Agency Boys & Girls Clubs of the Rogue Valley Revolution Benefits Group CASA of Josephine County Rogue Community College Caveman Fence & Fabrication, Inc Rogue Community College Foundation Countryside Village Rogue Shred Family Solutions Rogue Valley Assoc. of Realtors Fruitdale Grange #379 SMG - Medford , LLC Gates Home Furnishings True South Solar Hart Jewelers Visiting Angels Highland House Nursing & Rehab Center Zero Gravity Tree Service Horizon Commercial Realty Group, -KW Commercial, Keller Williams Southern Oregon Josephine Community Library Foundation Mt. Angel Publishing, Inc. Pacific Office Automation Pastrell, Buchanan & Hartzell Family Dentistry RE/MAX Integrity REACH - River’s Edge Academy Charter School

MONTHLY UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS Greeters- “Business for Breakfast”

Every Wednesday - 8:00 am Connect w/Enews & Calendar for Locations Government Affairs Committee*

1st Monday - 9:00 am Young Professionals Network Committee (YPN)*

3rd Monday - 12:00 noon Business Retention & Expansion Committee*

2nd Tuesday - 8:00 am Chamber Board Meeting*

2nd Thursday - 8:00 am Ambassador Committe Meeting*

1st Wednesday - 7:00 am Business After Hours ~ Thursday, July 11th, 5:00 - 7:00 PM Wildlife Images Rehabilitation Center Concerts In the Park- Tuesdays June 18th - July 23rd; 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Josephine County Fairgrounds, Midway Park July 4th Chamber Open 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM; July 5th - CHAMBER CLOSED

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www.LemonadeDay.org/Grants-Pass

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