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Chilton County
500 5th Ave. North - P.O. Box 66, Clanton, AL 35046 (205) 755-2400 www.chiltonchamberonline.com info@chiltonchamberonline.com
Chilton County Southern hospitality combined with a unique culture, a strong growing economy, and the illustrious peach crops are just a few reasons Chilton County is home.
SHELBY
INTERSTATE
BIBB
Jemison
65
COOSA
Thorsby
CHILTON Clanton
Rich in History Chilton County has the charm and warmth that define southern hospitality. A family-oriented community with roots in agriculture, easy access to Lay Lake and Lake Mitchell, Chilton County is an ideal place to live, work, and play. The beautiful homes, churches, and historical monuments are saturated with history and tradition, highlighting the natural beauty of Chilton County. Vision for the Future While Chilton County is known for peaches and agriculture, there are many more forces in motion. Chilton County is an advocate of continuous growth in small business, industry, and education. The county is fortunate to have partnerships with Jefferson State Community College and several industrial businesses. Chilton County looks to the future for more opportunities. With five accesses to I-65, Chilton County is in a position of convenience and is primed for growth.
Verbena
Maplesville
ELMORE
AUTAUGA
LOCATION Comprising approximately 695 square miles, Chilton County lies in the central area of the state. The Coosa River runs along the eastern edge of the county, and its tributary, Waxahatchee Creek, crosses the area. In 1914 and 1922 Alabama Power built two dams on the Coosa River, creating Lay Lake and Mitchell Lake. Interstate 65 is Chilton County's major transportation route, running north-south through the center of the county. Gragg-Wade Field is the county's only public airport. POPULATION
43,643 ANNUAL RAINFALL
56”
Alabama average: 56” National average: 39”
DISTANCE TO 3 MAJOR CITIES Montgomery 40.2mi Birmingham 54.4mi Atlanta 174mi
FOUNDED
DECEMBER 30, 1868 FAST FACT Over 80% of Alabama’s Peach crop comes from Chilton County!
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Board of Directors Jannette Brasher President Mutual Savings Credit Union Van Forrester Vice President Alabama Power Company Mollie Smelley Secretary/Treasurer Peggy Hall Chairman of the Board RealtySouth
Connie Bainbridge Central Alabama Electric Cooperative Marilyn Colson Dept. of Human Resources Kevin Corley Grace Fellowship Church Stephen Dawkins The Clanton Advertiser
Dr. Lisa Green Jemison Eye Care
Jason Calhoun Allstate Insurance
Lee Helms Lee Helms Associates
Mary Mell Smith Clanton City Council
Debbie Jones Peoples Southern Bank
Kurt Wallace State Representative
Chris Millard Allstate Insurance
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Upcoming Events Sept. 4th 5:30pm - 7:30pm: This Is Bliss Grand Re-Opening 6:00pm Ribbon Cutting, located at 111 6th Street Sept. 5th at Noon: Monthly Chamber Luncheon Clanton First United Methodist Church Guest Speaker: James Spann, ABC 33/40 Meteorologist Lunch $10.00 Sept. 9th 11am: Baptist Health Center - Jemison Ribbon Cutting. 25420 Hwy 31 North NEW MEMBERS The Music Box Studio Brad Edwards
Boomerangs John Pitman
601 7th Street South Clanton, AL 35045 205-441-3427
P.O. Box 1845 Clanton, AL 35046 205-755-0031
Baptist Health Center Jemison Larry Mikul, MD Shelby Mckee Knight, CRNP 25420 Hwy 31 North Jemison, AL 35085 205-688-4357
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Become a Chamber Ambassador Ambassador Description Chamber Ambassadors are the “front line” representatives for the Chilton County Chamber of Commerce. Ambassadors raise awareness and assist in various Chamber sponsored events. Ambassadors are the backbone of the Chamber and are crucial to success. The minimum term of a Chamber Ambassador is one year. Ambassador Responsibilities Serve as official host for Chamber events such as Ribbon Cuttings, Open House events and Monthly Luncheons. Volunteer at the Peach Jam Jubilee Recruit new Chamber members by providing leads to Chamber Staff Influence member retention via member contact and communication Demonstrate to local businesses how important they are to the Chamber through communication. Ambassador Benefits •Increased name and face recognition •Increased networking opportunities •Gain insider’s perspective of the business community •Exposure in Chamber Ambassador Spotlight •Publicity for you and/or your business •Opportunity to serve your community
Contact the Chamber of Commerce for more info 205-755-2400 info@chiltonchamberonline.com
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Chamber Happenings
Christy Mendoza, Janice Hull & Jim Pitts Farm, Home & Wildlife Expo Chilton Research & Extension Center
Judge Sibley Reynolds, Kevin Flynn, Jannette Brasher August Monthly Luncheon
Chilton Urgent Care Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
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Clanton Campus
Future Hospital
Downtown Clanton
Maplesville Depot
Peach Jam
Hidden Meadow Vineyards
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Chamber The
Chilton County
500 5th Ave North P.O. Box 66 Clanton, AL 35046
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Corporate Sponsors
Thanks to our corporate sponsors for their extraordinary support. Your financial gifts ensure that your Chamber can sponsor intiatives such as: the Peach Jam Jubilee, Chilton Leadership, Shop Local Campaign, Community Spirit Award and Business Member of the Year Award.
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Dr. Jim Driggars Peoples Southern Bank
GOLD Hull & Russell, P.C.
SILVER Jackson & Jackson, LLP BRONZE Martin Funeral Home
Peggy Hall
HEATON PECAN FARM COPPER Personnal Apperance Catering Wadsworth Oil Company