503. The Salem Chamber's Magazine – Autumn 2018

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City of Salem on the Water Advisory page 24

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Board Member Q&A: Curt Arthur.................... 4 From Our Members.......... 6 New Board Members.......13 Signature Events..............14 Membership Up 17%.......16 Oregon State Fair.............18 Innovations in Ag.............20 Water Advisory................24 Commercial Air................28 Ambassador of the Quarter Danny Speten...............30 Cherryfest NW.................32 New Chamber Members...34 Board of Directors...........36 Letter from the CEO.........38

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Curt Arthur What is your background?

I grew up in Salem and have three older sisters. My parents started a commercial door and hardware company with a partner in Salem, back in the mid-1950s, and ingrained a strong work ethic in me. My dad sold hardware products and did deliveries from the family station wagon during the day, and my mom did the books from the kitchen table. I have a degree in Economics from the University of Oregon, all the while being a die-hard Beaver fan.

How did you get your start in the real estate industry?

I’d been taken to breakfast twice by Larry Tokarski, the former owner of Coldwell Banker here in Salem, who thought commercial real estate would be a natural fit for me because of my knowledge of the market.

Past-President of the Chamber Board of Directors.

Why has your business made it a priority to be a Salem Area Chamber of Commerce member?

After I turned down an out-of-state promotional opportunity with my employer at the time, a bank, I went and got my real estate license and made the transition to the industry when I was around 28 years old.

I got my start networking in Salem by attending Greeters and ribbon cuttings to get my face in front of small business owners. I cut my teeth by helping those folks solve their space needs for their respective companies. As I got older, being an active member of the Chamber got me involved with committees and task forces that not only helped me make a serious impact in how our community operates, but were another great way for me to network with influencers in the area.

How has your background prepared you to be the Chamber Board President?

Being President at the Chamber is the fourth board position I’ve held. Even though I jumped into the President-Elect position with just five months remaining before becoming President, running a board is not foreign to me, and my background made it possible for me to hit the ground running. My experience is what taught me to meet with all board members and staff before my term began to make sure we were all on the same page, and I could position people in areas they would add value to the organization and find fulfilling.

What is your number-one takeaway from serving as the Board President?

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dances, and committee participation comes from expanding our volunteer base and getting everyone invested in the organization. The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is stronger now than we have been in years, and I’m very proud of everyone’s hard work for that.

What are some of the Chamber “wins” during your tenure?

I’m proud to say we have had many. First, was the growth I witnessed in our organizational leadership and team. I am proud of every single person on our team. Second was our organic growth. Over the last year the Chamber has seen membership growth well over 20% in a year-over-year comparison.

There is a vibe going on in Salem that starts at the Chamber, and people want to be a part of it. Finally, we put our support behind the Salem-Keizer School District and helped get the $613 million bond measure approved that will provide critical infrastructure to help our students and our teachers be successful.

Since serving on the Chamber Board, what have you learned about Salem?

We need to build up more leaders in our community, and the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to doing just that.

Right now, there is a large divide between the people who are committed to making Salem a better place to live and work, and those who fight progress and instead bitterly complain about everything wrong in our community without offering any help or solutions to make things better. Now is the time for new leaders to share voices of optimism and growth for the exciting changes in our community.

What is your favorite part of living in Salem?

Our location. We are in such a rich agricultural area with magnificent beauty and located 45 minutes from downtown Portland and just an hour to the beach or the mountains.

to make up for those who give back nothing” – Bob Arthur, Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Board President 1969 – 1970 in an interview by the Statesman Journal newspaper. My dad was a wise person. I live my life by this.

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If you could tell the citizens of Salem one thing about the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, what would it be?

We need to build up more leaders in our community, and the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to doing just that.”

– Curt Arthur What do you think are the top three issues facing the Salem community and how do you think they could be impacted by local businesses?

I think issues around transportation, homelessness, and our need to continue to foster civic leadership are the three biggest obstacles right now. The Chamber and the business community will be at the forefront of driving home bold ideas and solutions for how to help on all these fronts soon. We will work with the City and area leaders to foster creativity combined with strong action to impact the issues facing Salem today.

What is a quote or saying that you live by, and how does it inspire you day-to-day?

“There is 1/3 of society that takes and gives back nothing. Another 1/3 takes and gives back an equal amount so there must be 1/3 that take and give back infinitely more

That the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is the most “Pro-Salem” organization in our community. People want to separate into the “left” or the “right” categories, whether they apply or not. The Chamber is different because the members and volunteers look at right vs. wrong. We are here to shepherd creative thinking and bold actions to keep our community thriving and moving forward, whether that be regarding keeping Salem a business-friendly location or dealing with such critical issues as schools, transportation, city government, or civic needs.

As you wrap up your year as Board President, what is your vision for the Chamber?

I envision the Chamber to be looked at as the model Chamber of Commerce in the Pacific Northwest, and I think we are well on our way. To be an organization that teaches great leadership and responsibility, both internally and in the community. I also have lofty goals for The Inspire Foundation, our non-profit arm. I hope in five years The Inspire Foundation is recognized as the true conduit in leadership development throughout the Willamette Valley and a place where people will consider making legacy gifts to help foster the leaders of tomorrow. 503.

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FROM OUR MEMBERS Salem Area Chamber of Commerce members have been very busy!

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Submit press releases, stories, opinion pieces, events or other updates for members and the Salem community to read.

Rotary Club brings 2nd annual Multi-Sport Riverfest to Riverfront Park Mark your calendar for Sept. 23, 2018!

What started as a dream to offer another open-water triathlon in Oregon has become a multi-sport festival in just one year. This year’s events include Triathlon (Olympic and Sprint), Duathlon (Olympic and Sprint), 5k/10k Runs, Half Marathon, and Kid’s Run. Plus, of course, the party in Riverfront Park afterwards. It’s why Rotary

Club of Salem changed the name to Rotary Multi-Sport Riverfest!

Funds raised from this event will be used to support Rotary’s local and international humanitarian projects that promote peace, fight disease, provide clean water, support education, and grow local economies. Learn more at www.rotaryriverfestsalem.org.

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120 Commercial Building breaks ground on interior renovations Cumberland Holdings, LLC, the owners of the 120 Commercial building, have officially commenced with property renovations to improve the building to be a dynamic, central part of downtown Salem.

On June 22, 2018, property owner Scott Chernoff of Cumberland Holdings and representatives from the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, conducted a short ceremony to break ground on the remodel. In attendance were key members of the project team, including Jim Toporek of Studio 3 Architecture, Rich Duncan of Duncan Construction and Pam Rushing of Coldwell Banker Commercial (the leasing agent for the property).

Renovation has begun at the 120 Commercial building.

“The project is a renovation and conversion to a multi-tenant building,” said Chernoff. “We will have some restaurants, possibly a bar, and

The renovations will add two outdoor seating areas, many large windows, a well-lit alley and multiple entrances to the building. The overall framework

creative office spaces. There will be substantial renovations, but the historic, beautiful elements of the property will be maintained.”

of the building will be preserved, but it will receive a much-needed face lift.

The 120 Commercial Street building was originally constructed around 1870 as a stablehouse. Over the years the building has been leased by several restaurants. As construction continues, the property will open for prospective tenants.

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FROM OUR MEMBERS South Ace Hardware earns Earthwise Certification Locally-owned South Salem Ace Hardware has been officially EarthWISE certified by Marion County. South Ace earned the designation by implementing several environmentally-friendly practices such as recycled paper towels and toilet paper, a battery and technology collection system and an expanded mixed recycling program.

Alan Pennington, the Waste Reduction Coordinator at Marion County Public Works Environmental Services, who administers certifications, was impressed by Ace’s efforts to lessen their environmental impact and commit to sustainable practices.

South Salem Ace Hardware is located at 706 Madrona Ave. SE, Salem. acesouthsalem.com, 503.763.6323.

“Their attention to reducing waste and conserving resources is just as great as their attentive customer service,” said Pennington.

green practices, Ace wanted to do its part. These efforts will help the hardware store reduce their costs as well as their environmental impact. Store owner Matt Haddad is looking forward to adopting the new standards.

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FROM OUR MEMBERS 49th Northwest Ag Show moves to Salem, partners with Chamber January 16 – 18, 2019 the Northwest Ag Show presented by Harvest Capital Company, will be at the Oregon State Fair and Exposition Center. Hosted

by EO Media Group for the first time in the event history, traditionally held in Portland the event was moved to Salem. The event is part of EO Media Events, a subsidiary of EO Media Group.

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The Northwest Ag Show will conclude with the SAIF Agri-Business Banquet dinner and show on January 18, hosted by the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the end of a successful Ag Show in the community.

By holding the show in Oregon’s capital, the 49th edition of the NW Ag Show will showcase emerging trends in the agriculture industry and its significant economic impact on the region. The show will focus on small farming, technology and education by highlighting the importance of agriculture and its industry businesses.

“Bringing the show to Salem allowed us the opportunity to give the show new life and focus,” said Heidi Wright, Chief Operating Officer of EO Media Group and a new member of the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. “When we acquired the rights to the show, one of the first things we did was reach out to the Salem Chamber to collaborate.”

“Marion County is a huge market for us and is the heart of the Willamette Valley,” said Brad Wilcox of Kubota Tractor Corporation. Kubota is one of

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sanctioned certifications, as well as legal and financial issues facing large and small-scale farms.

Interested in being an exhibitor or sponsor for this event? Email Michael Keith with EO Media Group at mkeith@eomediagroup.com.

Partners include: Harvest Capital Company Kubota Tractor Corporation Coastal Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Oregon Aglink Oregon FFA Foundation Oregon State Fair & Expo Center Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation Capital Press

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The Salem River 2 Ridge Relay is the first event of its kind held in the United States – modeled after Japan’s popular Sea to Summit events in which participants kayak across the sea, bicycle through the countryside and hike up a mountain. Participants in River 2 Ridge are welcome to compete as individuals or as part of a two or three-person team. Bike and kayak rentals are available. Learn more at www.salemriver2ridge.com.

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Salem Area Chamber of Commerce announces four new board members, welcomes incoming board president Executives and community leaders from a variety of industries are joining the Salem Chamber Board.

The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce announces the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors to serve three-year terms. Stephen Joye of Fischer, Hayes, Joye & Allen, LLC; Heidi Wright of Capital Press/EO Media; Dr. Sheldon Nord of Corban University; and Jeff Miller of First Commercial Real Estate Services, LLC join the board, effective July 1, 2018.

“We are excited to welcome these successful business leaders to the Board of Directors,” said T.J. Sullivan, incoming Chamber Board President and co-owner of Huggins Insurance.

“Our new board members understand the challenges our members face and

New board members Stephen Joye, Jeff Miller, Dr. Sheldon Nord, and Heidi Wright.

will be strategic partners in setting the Chamber’s agenda. We are fortunate to add such high-caliber professionals work to make the Chamber a champion for local business and help our members innovate and grow,” Sullivan said.

Born and raised in Salem, Sullivan’s dedication to the community is evident from his involvement in community boards, including the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Board.

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The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce represents over 1,200 businesses and more than 50,000 jobs in the area. The Board of Directors is a devoted group of volunteers who are dedicated to making Salem a great place to live where businesses thrive. They each represent a diverse cross-section of businesses in size, sector and industry. 503.

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CHAMBER SIGNATURE EVENTS makers, this double shotgun golf event is the largest tournament in the region with 220 community leaders of all skill levels on the course. Salem Area Chamber of Commerce began its annual golf tournament in 1989 and was renamed in 2013 in honor of Mike McLaran, former Chamber CEO, who passed away suddenly in March of that year. This event gets participants outside, rain or shine.

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Each year, the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce hosts thought-provoking events that you, as a Chamber member, have an opportunity to be part of through your attendance and sponsorships. By investing in programs and events during the year, you are advancing efforts to multiply jobs in Salem. With a variety of sponsorship opportunities available, including annual events, forums, dinners, women-focused lunches, community involvement initiatives and more, your company has the unique opportunity to hand-pick investments in programs and events that fit your needs.

Forum Speaker Series The Forum Speaker Series is fixed on Salem business and community leaders calendars for nine-months. This exclusive event is designed to spark conversation about a variety of industry-specific and engaging topics in the Mid-Willamette Valley.

After Hours A casual networking opportunity, this event gives members the chance to connect with other business professionals.

Member businesses are able to sponsor the event with food and drinks at their locations to showcase their business, industry and what they do.

McLaran Classic Golf Tournament One of the best ways to connect with the Mid-Willamette Valley’s top decision

SAIF Agri-Business Banquet The Chamber hosts this event each year to celebrate the agricultural community and its history in the Mid-Willamette Valley.

The impact of agriculture and its importance to us are honored through special entertainment with a message.

First Citizen Awards Banquet Since 1950 the Chamber has honored those who exemplify servant leadership at the First Citizen Awards Banquet.

Individuals are nominated in the categories of First Citizen, Distinguished Service Award and Outstanding Young Professional. Nominees are not always Chamber members, making the award representative of Salem.

President’s Breakfast The President’s Breakfast is the Salem Area Chamber’s annual meeting where we celebrate our successes over the last year, acknowledge and thank our significant investors and volunteer leaders, and forecast for the year ahead. 503.

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CHAMBER INCREASES MEMBERSHIP BY 17% DURING THREE-DAY EVENT The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce has been helping businesses and people innovate, grow, and make the Salem area a great place to live since 1884. As part of this mission, the Chamber hosted a first-of-its-kind event April 17 – 19, which increased membership by 17% with 188 new members joining the organization.

In partnership with Your Chamber Connection, over 150 volunteers competed with one another to bring in the most members through educating their contacts on what the Chamber does, and in doing so, spread deeper awareness of the Chamber’s commitment to the Salem community.

“The membership event was an incredible show of dedication our members have to the Chamber,” said Nick Williams, CEO of the Salem Chamber. “With our volunteers speaking on behalf of the Chamber to their peers in the business community, even more people and businesses were educated in the role the Chamber plays in economic development and advocacy for the success of our local businesses.”

Jennifer Martin, owner of Mid-Valley Commercial Real Estate, was crowned “Godmother” by Jimmy Cusano of Your Chamber Connection because, as leader of the Red Team, she created dynamic energy for her team and single-handedly brought in countless members.

“Mid-Valley Commercial Real Estate values its Chamber membership because collectively, our membership dollars give the Chamber the bandwidth to ensure Salem remains a great place to live and work,” said Martin.

“There is tremendous power in that ‘one

voice’ of the Chamber speaking for over 1,200 members.”

During the three-day event, the Chamber was full of brightly colored tables for each competing team, cowbells ringing and joyful shouts as a new member joined the Chamber network. The excitement throughout the week was palpable and the camaraderie of the volunteers recruiting new members was an incredible example of businesses working together to boost the community.

Cusano, the zoot-suit wearing consultant with Your Chamber Connection, specializes in creating a high-energy atmosphere at chambers of commerce all over the country to get volunteers excited to bring in new memberships because more members gives chambers, like the Salem Area Chamber, the ability to advocate for the business community and affect real change.

The Chamber is here to help shape Salem into a city in which you, our members, are proud to own and operate your business.

The Chamber advocates for you The Chamber played a key role in defeating the $5 million payroll tax in 2015. The tax would have deterred job creation and could have been doubled in ten years, without a vote from Oregonians.

With the increase in new membership dollars brought in by the membership event, the Salem Chamber will have the opportunity to focus on efforts to create another bridge across the Willamette River.

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Your Chamber membership invests in the next generation – our students In partnership with the Salem-Keizer School District, the Chamber created the Ready to Learn – Ready to Work program to help students understand that what they learn in school is relevant to their future.

Members can get involved by being a guest speaker, providing job shadows, mock interviews and volunteering.

The Career Technical Education Center (CTEC) is a joint venture between private industry and public education, with the intent of developing Salem-Keizer students’ technical and professional skills. This year, the Chamber will have two employees onsite full time to support connecting industry professionals in with the students and educators. By 2020, CTEC will house ten career and technical education programs and serve approximately 1,000 students.

Our membership is the driving force behind everything we do Employment: When you invest in the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce by being a member, you invest in the success of the region because the Chamber represents more than 50,000 jobs in the area.

Business: You are one of over 1,000 business members who are an integral part of our community.

With this base, we’re able to advocate for initiatives which support employment and businesses to innovate, grow, and make the Salem area a great place to live. 503.

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OREGON STATE FAIR Since 1858, the Oregon State Fair and the fairground where it is held have been cultural treasures and historical landmarks in the heart of Salem. Every summer for over 150 years, thousands of families, farmers, craftspeople and artists from all over Oregon have gathered to have fun, eat well and celebrate everything that makes Oregon unique.

For much of this time, the 185-acre grounds was managed and maintained by the Oregon Parks Department.

According to current Oregon Parks Department Director Lisa Sumpton, the department was limited in what it could do with the fairgrounds, especially during much of the year when the Fair was not running.

In 2013, Oregon lawmakers, led by Senator Peter Courtney, began an effort to find a better way to run the State Fair, manage the fairgrounds and help the asset grow. They introduced and passed Senate Bill 7, which established the Oregon State Fair Council,

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a public corporation (much like the SAIF corporation or OHSU) that would take charge of operating the fairgrounds.

By transferring management of the fairgrounds from the Oregon Parks Department to the Council and State Fair Foundation in 2015, the Oregon Parks Department saved close to $60 million annually in the administration frontline services.

Since 2015, gross revenue has increased by 87%. More people than ever before are

coming to the annual State Fair and other year-round events held at the fairgrounds and Expo Center. According to the Statesman Journal, almost 300,000 people visited the fair in 2017 and overall attendance has increased 30% since 2014.

Thanks to the creation of and the hard work by the State Fair Council, the Oregon State Fair will have the financial strength and administrative flexibility to grow alongside the state it celebrates all year long. 503.

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We spoke with five leaders in the Salem area to learn more about the innovations and backgrounds of the businesses they represent in the farming and agriculture community.

as much labor. If you were growing a 100-acre field of broccoli, you’d need 30-40 people to cut broccoli every day during harvest. If you have 100-acres of hazelnuts, two people could farm it.

In what way is your farm a leader in the agriculture and farming industry?

What sets it apart?

John Zielinski, Farmer www.ezorchards.com EZ Orchards and the family farms have a long and storied history in Salem. How has agriculture changed in recent years?

The agriculture industry is always changing and has been from the mid-1800s, when the Willamette Valley was settled, until now.

Farmers must be innovative and looking to the future, or they won’t remain viable.

One of the biggest issues facing agriculture in the Willamette Valley is the labor shortage.

There are over 200 crops grown in Oregon and with that diversity of product, many require skilled hand work to harvest. People often think of farming involving big tractors and combines, but there’s a large percentage of crops grown here that require a fair amount of skilled hand work to accomplish.

Those jobs are getting harder and harder to fill. It’s not something that can be solved in City Council, it needs to be solved on the federal level. Many people have looked around in the last few years and seen how many hazelnuts have been planted and one of the reasons for this is that they do not require 20

We stay innovative in small ways. We are selling produce from our community. We have worked hard to build relationships with area schools for tours to teach students about where their food comes from. We also have a harvest festival to bring the community in. We started the shortcake stand, which was a first for the area.

How does EZ Orchards “keep it local” and work with local farmers?

My family came to the Salem in the 1800s, and we know many people in the area. We keep it local by using local products and sell as much local produce as possible, yearround. Over the years, we have built relationships with farms in our area. I get cranberries directly from a farmer in Bandon and onions from Lake Labish.

Is sustainability a priority within the agriculture industry?

Farmers have always been concerned with sustainability. If we abuse our land or our crops, that is our livelihood and it would be bad business to do that. We are looking generations down the road to be able to pass our farms down. The common saying, “Farmers are stewards of the land” is incredibly

accurate because sustainability and stewardship are integral parts of a successful farm.

Does EZ Orchards work with the SalemKeizer School District (and other schools in Oregon/America?) to teach about farming and sustainability?

When we started our harvest festival 20 years ago, we wanted it to be more than a carnival or an outing but make it educational. When students arrive, we give them a ride on a hay wagon and go over different topics. We talk about our solar panels and the impact on the environment. At the apple orchard stop, students pick an apple and learn about what happens to the crop during the four seasons.

Students also pick a pumpkin in the patch.

Then we go to a corn maze in the shape of Oregon, and the pathways are cut as the roads and highways in the state. They visit the animals in the petting zoo. Finish up with apple cider and apple cider donut.

We branch out to elementary students in Woodburn, Silverton, SKSD, Alfie, Victor Point and Portland.

Only 1% of the population are farmers and with each generation, the disconnect people experience of knowing where their food comes from continues to grow. For example, the vegetables you enjoy were grown from the ground in dirt – many people have a hard time understanding that. They only see what is packaged in a store. To see where food comes from and experience picking an apple from the tree helps these students realize food comes from nature and the work of many farmers’ hands.

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What are some of Wilco’s business and strategic goals?

Jake Wilson, Marketing Director www.farmstore.com Why has Wilco made it a priority to stay in Salem?

Wilco, short for Willamette Valley Cooperative’s, roots are in the mid-Willamette Valley.

We’ve been headquartered in nearby Mount Angel, Oregon since the cooperatives merged to form Wilco in 1967. Salem residents have always been a contributor to our success; both because of customers in the area and our many employees from the Salem/Keizer area.

Is Wilco expanding?

Yes, Wilco stores are expanding with a goal of one – three new stores per year.

Wilco’s purpose is: To Strengthen Agriculture and Rural Lifestyles. Our current strategies revolve around that purpose, focused within four business units; Hazelnut Marketing & Processing, Energy (Bulk Fuels), Retail Stores and the Valley Agronomics joint venture we’re part of.

In what ways is Wilco a leader in the agriculture industry? What sets it apart?

We are committed to helping customers and part of this effort is to make buying our products as easy as possible. When customers first started asking to see pricing and inventory online, we built an online catalog. Now, when Wilco customers want to buy online, we are close to launching a new eCommerce site at www.farmstore.com.

How is the agriculture industry changing and innovating? How is Wilco part of that?

One way the agriculture industry is changing Ranch was not in place, but it made sense for me to step up and help Kathy keep the business. I already knew how to fill the honey orders, operate the machinery around the farm, and keep the bees healthy and productive.

After a few months of maintaining my fulltime job for the City of Salem as a Water Quality Technician and working every night on the honey farm, Kathy sold Flying Bee Ranch to me. Kathy and I were both in agreement that we didn’t want to see nearly 20 years of hard work and success go to waste. Today, I own and operate Flying Bee Ranch. Kathy helps me sell honey during the day from our new Honey Tasting Room that opened in December 2017 (5180 Lardon Road NE).

Jeremy Mitchell, Owner www.flyingbeeranch.net When did Flying Bee Ranch open?

Tell us the succession story.

My Great Uncle Wayne and Aunt Kathy Porter started Flying Bee Ranch after retiring, and the business began in 1999. We are a family owned and operated business and are loyal to Salem.

I had started my own company called Beeline Honey in 2014. When my business grew to the point that I could no longer meet the demand for honey, I had begun helping Wayne with his bees to produce more honey to sell. When Wayne passed away unexpectedly in December 2016 after a short battle with cancer, a succession plan for Flying Bee

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Why has Flying Bee Ranch made it a priority to stay in Salem?

First, by the very [nature] of our product, staying local is important. We promote and believe in the value of sourcing local honeys, especially for allergy relief. There have been many studies about how honey has provided allergy relief. In addition to the health benefits of local honey, we are thankful to our loyal customers, some of whom have been buying honey since the first jars were filled back in 1999! Salem is our home and it is an honor for us to reinvest in our own community.

Are there ways for local businesses to get involved with Flying Bee Ranch to support the business?

There are several ways for businesses to get

is in how technology is used. Unlike ever before, today you have GPS-guided vehicles and precise agricultural practices because of technological advancements. Specific changes to the Willamette Valley are with more permanent crops being planted.

For example, vineyards, blueberries and hazelnuts are common.

The rapid growth of the hazelnut industry is a contributing reason why Wilco merged with Hazelnut Growers of Oregon. As we continue to focus on strengthening agriculture and rural lifestyles, merging with Hazelnut Growers and building the new plant in Donald was one way we could help support the agriculture industry in Oregon. The new hazelnut processing plant in Donald is state-of-the-art and a leader within the hazelnut industry for food safety. With hazelnut acres growing as the industry booms, it is important to prepare for the large harvests in our future. The new plant’s efficiency, quality standards and food safety will help our grower-owners now and well into the future.

CTEC The Career Technical Education Center (CTEC) Agriscience program, launching in Fall 2019, will provide students a unique opportunity to learn technical and professional skills applicable to the Agriculture industry. Students will learn the value of plant production and its impact on the individual, local and global economy.

Along with laboratory experience in a tissue culture lab and hydroponics and aeroponic systems, students will analyze data and develop potential new products that solve complex real-world problems.

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involved with Flying Bee Ranch. We love to work with local businesses and offer products to give to their clients as “thank you” gifts.

Our products complement any tasting room, gift shop, boutique or atmospheres where local honey can be showcased. We also work with businesses who use honey in their recipes, such as bakeries and coffee shops.

We are open to sharing ideas with other local businesses to promote each other and work to make our community better.

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Julie Balzer, Senior Brand Manager www.kettlebrand.com How has Kettle Brand prioritized using only the freshest, all-natural ingredients in its products since the 1980s?

Since the beginning, we’ve always had our natural promise in mind, making our chips with Non-GMO ingredients – being the first potato chip company to gain verification by the Non-GMO project back in 2012 – and without artificial preservatives, flavors, trans fats or gluten. It really goes back to our founding, when Cameron Healy and his close friends from the Salem community who started Kettle Brand, committed to making delicious snacks with high quality, natural ingredients.

Why has Kettle Brand made it a priority to stay in Salem, Oregon?

The Salem community and our local partners have welcomed us and celebrated our growth over the years. Many of our employees in Salem have been with us for years – some

even since our founding. The location near Oregon State University’s food science program in nearby Corvallis, Oregon, also means we have a steady pool of research and development talent to draw from, and we’re just a short drive away from Portland, a foodie hotspot where we can track trends and draw inspiration for new flavors. All this combined is why we consider Salem home, and have invested in our facility, including the addition of our rooftop solar array, wetland and native habitat restoration, as well as the build-out of our innovation and consumer testing center that we added in 2015.

How has the Salem water advisory impacted Kettle Brand? Has the company been getting water from another source or continuing as is?

Since our finished product doesn’t contain water, we have not been impacted by the water advisories. Under the guidance of the Oregon Department of Agriculture and other regulatory agencies, we have been able to maintain our operations without impact. We did make accommodations to ensure our employees have clean, fresh water available for consumption during their shifts.

Does Kettle Brand continue to work with the Salem-Keizer School District?

Yes, we really enjoy supporting the com-

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Kettle Brand has long partnered with the Marion Polk Food Share to donate product, including raw potatoes. We also have a plot in our community garden in Salem, where the food grown is donated to the Food Share. In addition, we give more than 50,000 lbs. of potatoes to the Oregon Food Bank each year as part of the Great Food Drive.

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Why has NORPAC made it a priority to stay in Salem, Oregon?

Shawn Campbell, President & CEO www.norpac.com How has NORPAC improved farming and food processing practices since its inception in 1924?

From our farms to our processing facilities, embracing continuous improvement is part of our DNA. Our farmers formed the NORPAC Stewardship Task Force in 2002 to define, communicate and build on our collective commitment to sustainable agricultural practices.

At the farm level, our farmer owners are stewards of land and water resources, maintaining a balanced and healthy ecosystem. In our processing plants, internal efficiency teams continue to find ways to improve energy use, decrease fresh water intake and increase water utilization. We recycle vegetable water within our facilities and apply vegetable waste water to the land, saving more than 600 million of gallons of water each year.

Salem and the surrounding Willamette Valley is the best place to grow the high-quality foods we produce. The passion and dedication of our farming families, many of which are in Salem, have driven the success of NORPAC today. Most of the farms we work with are located within 50 miles of our processing facilities, allowing crops to go from field to freezer in less than four hours.

In what ways is NORPAC a leader in the food processing industry? What sets it apart?

We’re the largest fruit and vegetable processor in Oregon. Industry leadership starts with producing the highest quality foods, and there’s no better place to do that than here in our region of the country. Over time we’ve scaled up and invested back in our facilities, bringing innovation and efficiencies that help us remain an industry leader.

How does NORPAC “keep it local” and work with local farmers?

We are owned by more than 200+ family farmers in the Willamette Valley, farming 27 crops on 40,000+ acres of land. We employ 1,225 full-time workers and 3,150 workers during peak harvest and processing time.

What are some NORPAC sustainability goals?

We have a commitment to sustainability and goals for continuous improvement in numerous categories, including energy and water efficiency, protection and conservation of natural resources, agricultural procurement practices and waste management.

How is the agriculture industry changing and innovating? How is NORPAC part of that bigger picture?

Are there ways for local businesses to get involved with NORPAC or support the company’s mission?

Agriculture is an innovative industry. Our farmers are always looking for ways to be more effective with the resources they have.

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T H E WAT E R ADVI SORY FROM

THE CITY OF SALEM’S With the 32-day long water advisory in the past and the “I survived the Salem water advisory” merchandise and internet memes popping up daily, it’s easy to overlook the hard work that went on behind the scenes to get Salem to where it is today – advisory free. Most Salem citizens only saw the initial Oregon Emergency Management text alert snafu that alerted citizens of the water advisory at the end

To ensure the safety of drinking water statewide, as of July 1, 2018, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has issued temporary rules for almost 100 of Oregon’s drinking water suppliers regarding tests for cyanobacteria, creating greater awareness of cyanotoxins and better preparation in the event of another algal bloom. To meet State rules, Salem will test water quality in two primary locations, the water intake at the Geren Island Water Treatment facility and the point where treated water enters the distribution system, also known as Aldersgate.

At the July 9 City Council meeting, City Manager, Steve Powers said, “Our commitment to the public is to continue to sample

of May, but many are not aware of the hard work and immediate response the City initiated after cyanotoxins were first discovered in the water supply. Since then, the City of Salem staff and partners have worked tirelessly to ensure the water is safe for everyone by providing timely updates, creating scientific processes that had never been in place before and purchasing testing equipment.

drinking water quality and report data as we learn it. We are exceeding the OHA rules for testing and reporting, and we will continue to test on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through mid-July.”

the end of 2018 before the emergency rule expires in December.

The temporary rules, which will remain in place through Dec. 27, require suppliers all over the state to issue a “do not drink” advisory if samples test above any health advisory level for cyanotoxins for two consecutive days. Populations most vulnerable to toxins in the water include children five years and younger, the elderly, medically fragile individuals, pregnant and nursing women, and pets. OHA has been given a directive to establish permanent rules by

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At Geren Island, water is filtered in five-acre beds of sand that are cut in half. A Schmutzdecke (sh-mutts-deck-ee), German for “dirt cover,” is a biological layer formed on the surface of the sand filter with millions of micro-organisms that eat the bacteria as the river water goes through 36 inches of sand, resulting in filtered water. Next, the water goes through the treatment plant where fluoride, chlorine and soda ash are added.

What Happened?

The water advisory, issued for vulnerable populations on May 29, came after small amounts of cyanotoxins were found in filtered water because of cyanobacteria algal blooms in Detroit Lake, the source of Salem’s water. The advisory lasted the better part of 32-days, ending on July 3, 2018. During the 32-day period, only three days had water test results that were above the EPA recommended threshold, but the City kept the advisory in place while it established a new way to filter out the cyanotoxins and ensure the water was safe for all populations to consume.

Before the OHA instituted temporary water

testing regulations for the state on July 1, 2018, the City of Salem was not legally required to be testing for cyanotoxins. Period. However, the City was testing for cyanotoxins purely because it was the right thing to do for the people of Salem.

In fact, Salem began monitoring for cyanotoxins in 2011 when algae blooms were first noticed at Detroit Lake.

“Up until this time, sampling for cyanotoxins has been voluntary, but the City of Salem has been proactive in testing. They initiated sampling on their own,” said Kari Salis, Technical Manager of Drinking Water Services at the Oregon Health Authority.

“Our treatment process relies on clean water, which is why we always have City staff up at Detroit sampling the water.

This is the first time that we saw toxins in finished water,” said Peter Fernandez, Public Works Director. “We have seen toxins in the source water before, but the filters were taking care of it.”

Until this year.

“When OHA got word the cyanotoxins in the water were above the health advisory limit, it was unprecedented – this has never happened in Oregon before,” said Salis. “It was tricky because the federal government normally regulates water quality issues, but there are no regulations around cyanotoxins yet, so OHA didn’t have specific regulations to advise Salem on, which would have

included laboratory methods and various communication requirements.”

After many days of uncertainty, bottled water shortages and migrations to Keizer Starbucks, Governor Kate Brown declared a state of emergency and made it possible for National Guard troops to support water distribution to Salem residents. Salem received water from the City of Keizer, and equipment to provide fresh water to residents from the cities of Portland, Gresham, Woodburn and Beaverton, Eugene Water and Electric Board, Clackamas River Water District and the Tualatin Valley Water District. 549,000 gallons of bulk water from the 11 water distribution sites served roughly 60,000 vehicles or 2,000 per day on average. Over 8,000 gallons of water were delivered to homebound people, and through donations by businesses and purchases by the City, there are over 35,000 gallons of packaged water available for future emergencies if need be.

The City of Salem worked with OHA, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Governor Kate Brown’s office and other agencies with the common goal to protect public health, which is why the water advisory was issued.

“It’s been a learning opportunity for all of us,” continued Salis. “The City of Salem did the best they could with the information at hand.”

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The event after Memorial Day 2018 was the first time cyanotoxins had been seen in filtered water in Oregon. It is speculative about why that is, but such factors as warm water temperatures, sunlight, still water and high nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus, concentrations favor the development of cyanobacterial blooms where cyanotoxins are produced.

Since the research of cyanotoxins is still so new, scientists are still working on why, when and how algae releases toxins. Oregon is the second state in America to develop regulations around cyanotoxins in drinking water, behind Ohio, where there was a similar incident.

“Harmful algae blooms like the one at Detroit Lake that affected Salem’s drinking water are a new reality in Oregon and around the country. Cyanotoxins that come from these harmful algae blooms are the result of what we are seeing with climate change,” said Jonathan Modie, Lead Communications Officer at OHA. “This won’t be the last time we see a situation like this.”

It was only a matter of time before a body of water in Oregon experienced a toxic algal bloom similar to what happened in Salem.

However, the progressive outcome of this happening in Salem is that it caught legislators’ attention and created greater awareness of the prevalence and risk of cyanotoxins for the entire state.

New Testing and Treatment Procedures On July 4, 2018, the City of Salem began pre-treating drinking water at Geren Island Water Treatment Facility with powdered activated carbon (PAC) to eliminate cyanotoxins. The plan to use this method to filter up to the 50-million daily gallons of water was identified on June 8. With a mere three weeks to figure out the correct dosage and other scientific variables, the strategy went operational on July 4 – an enormous feat further exemplifying the City’s diligence in protecting public health.

LEARN MORE ONLINE POWDERED ACTIVATED CARBON: www.cityofsalem.net/Pages/powder-activatedcarbon-use-in-drinking-water-pretreatment.aspx ENZYME-LINKED IMMUNOSORBENT ASSAY: http://bit.ly/cityofsalemelisa THE WATER ADVISORY: www.cityofsalem.net reduce or remove the toxins, or advise the community when it may not be safe to drink or play in the water.

The City of Salem came under fire in the early days of the advisory as water samples were sent to Ohio and there was a two-day delay in receiving results from the lab. The expectation of the community was for same-day results.

While waiting for the ELISA technology to arrive, the City was quick

“We were stung by accusations that we weren’t doing our due diligence or were being lazy. We would have gladly worked with a Salem-area or Portland-area business, but there weren’t any,” said Powers. “Ohio was the best option for our water samples at first because their labs are certified to study cyanotoxins, and they already had a standard operating procedure, where Oregon didn’t have one yet.”

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However, instead of continuing to rely on the Ohio testing lab, the City of Salem purchased an ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) testing system that gives same-day water sample test results.

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to establish creative partnerships with a common goal of providing clean drinking water as soon as possible. For example, Associate Professor of biology at Willamette University, Melissa Marks, PhD, to test for cyanotoxins and set up a standard operating procedure.

“The folks from the City learned more about what my students were doing, and my students learned more about the City,” said Marks. “It was a positive partnership that came out of the negativity, and a unique collaboration. We were happy to share our equipment and lab space for the betterment of Salem.”

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“The plan is to continue with carbon-activated water for three years,” said Fernandez. “We will probably recommend an ozone contact chamber to City Council this fall. Wilsonville uses the ozone system.”

The ozone chamber will be a $40-million-dollar investment. When the decision is made to proceed with the ozone chamber, it will take about two years to implement. Over the last ten – 12 years, the City Council has recommended 3% rate increases on water bills every year. Within that same 3% increase, the City can implement the ozone chamber and a community bond will not be needed.

Impact on Businesses and Salem Chamber Members It’s no secret that the water advisory impacted the Salem business community. The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce surveyed its member base to “test the water” and find out what businesses were experiencing during the advisory. Of those surveyed, over 66% were impacted.

“Our large food and beverage producers wanted much more technical information during the water advisory,” said Annie Gorski, Economic Development Manager at the City of Salem. “Many of these companies are in Salem because of the high quality of our water, so it was important to work quickly to address their questions. We served as the liaison role, providing daily communication with help from a team of staff and agencies.”

At the special City Council meeting after the water advisory first began, Chamber member Yuriy Chira of Chira’s Restaurant and Catering, offered testimony about how the initial advisory impacted his business. He spoke about how he used the Facebook Live social media platform to alert customers of the water advisory and had other water to offer to customers and staff.

“I treat my business and home alike and want to make sure everyone is safe and cared for,” Chira said.

Along with Yuriy Chira, the City of Salem has recognized the importance of using social media to get information out. During the drinking water advisory, the City had dedicated staffers ready to answer any questions on its social media platforms. Also, the City of Salem website now has a page specifically for community and business members to track cyanotoxin levels as the City records the real-time data.

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Jack Penning, managing partner of Volaire Aviation, made the case for

Salem to reinstate commercial air service.

According to preliminary studies by Volaire Aviation, the demand for flights out of Salem is robust and bigger than expected, relative to Salem’s population and the demand in other similar markets. The way it stands now, according to Penning, the demand for commercial air service in Salem is high enough to fill seven flights out of McNary Airfield per day.

The top three contenders for connecting flights out of Salem could be San Francisco, California; Seattle, Washington; and Denver, Colorado.

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Salem sees an average of 1.1 million annual passengers flying in and out of PDX per year, equivalent to 1,500 people coming and 1,500 going out of Salem per day. Based on data pulled by Volaire Aviation, Salem passengers spend more time looking for a good deal on airline tickets than Portland-based travelers.

But by the same token, Salem flyers would be willing to pay more for a flight out of their hometown to forgo the traffic to PDX. It is not uncommon to hear about individuals leaving three, sometimes four, hours early to get to the airport to ensure they do not miss a flight due to unpredictable traffic patterns in Portland.

“As the city grows and traffic to our primary airport in Portland continues to bottleneck, it is critical to bring commercial air service to Salem for the success of its economic health,” Nick Williams, CEO of the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce said in a press release.

The last time the city had commercial air flights out of the McNary Airfield was in 2008, when airlines left due to rising fuel costs and the lack of community buy-in. Commercial air service is largely possible if the community is willing to back it. Even with the rising costs back in ‘08, Salem passengers still filled almost 80% of seats in commercial jets.

The economy and desire for travel are luring aspects for national airlines, but the community must also pledge a revenue guarantee between $1.2 – $2 million dollars to persuade airlines to fly in and out of Salem. There is a federal grant application to secure some of the revenue guarantee money as well. The money would be collected in late 2019 for an early start date of commercial air service out of McNary Airfield in late 2019 or early 2020. 503.

LUNCH POLL RESULTS Who in the audience wants air service to return to Salem?

89% Yes 11% Maybe later 0% No, never Where would attendees prefer Salem flights to connect to?

Seattle 40% San Francisco 38% Denver 22%

What percentage of attendees will promote flying out of Salem via their business organizations and networks?

Yes 95% No 0% Depends 4% What do you dislike the most about flying out of PDX? Traffic 58%

Who of the attendees is willing to pledge money?

Yes 21% No 30% Maybe 49%

Cost in time 35% Cost of parking 5% Staying at hotel to leave early 1% Other 1%

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AMBASSADOR OF THE QUARTER:

DANNY SPETEN

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How long have you been an Ambassador?

How does it feel to be the Ambassador of the Quarter?

I’ve been an Ambassador for six months.

Yes, I’m a young Ambassador Padawan.

I’m honored, though I don’t feel like I did anything out of the ordinary for it.

Nevertheless, I appreciate it very much and am thankful for the Chamber staff and the other Ambassadors for providing the opportunities and support for me to be involved in the community in this capacity!

Who introduced you to the role?

Ron Peters was the first one to approach me about it at Greeters, and Tracy Belle met with me for coffee and introduced me to the role.

What is the best part of being an Ambassador for the Chamber?

I already enjoyed attending the events and getting as involved as I often as I could. The opportunity to represent and be a face for the Chamber as an Ambassador has not only been fun, but an awesome opportunity to grow individually, professionally and connect with people throughout the community that I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to otherwise.

What is one of your favorite memories as an Ambassador?

I think ribbon cuttings are awesome – I love getting to support and promote new businesses in Salem (that, and there’s usually food at the ribbon cuttings). One of my favorite memories in my six months as an Ambassador was being the Greeters Team Captain. We had the best team ever!

What is your favorite event the Chamber hosts and why?

My favorite event would probably have to be the McLaren Classic Golf Tournament. I love it because there are always familiar faces from Greeters, as well as being OUTSIDE and meeting new faces (often good connections I wouldn’t make anywhere else). Always a good time, and, once again – food. Lots of vendors provide yummy snacks.

Where do you work?

I work for Summit Cleaning and Restoration! Couldn’t be prouder to say it.

disaster/damage to their home/ business) and completely turning it around is what Summit Cleaning and Restoration specializes in doing. We walk with families through times of crisis, making sure they know their possessions are taken care of, but more importantly, that they’re cared for.

What is the best part of your job and why?

If you could tell one thing to the people of Salem about the Chamber, what would it be?

I manage our referral partner relationships, but when it comes down to it, the best part about my job is taking care of people. Taking someone from what is potentially one of the worst times of their life (some form of

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Traditionally known as The Bite & Brew of Salem, this year, the event rebranded to Cherryfest NW, a name that is rooted in history. Known as the “Cherry City” since 1947, Salem had hosted the Cherry Festival, a three-day event with games and contests on Court Street where cherry princesses were crowned.

Cherryfest NW was from July 4 – 8 at Riverfront Park. On the Fourth of July, Cherryfest NW hosted the fireworks in partnership with the City of Salem.

Cherryfest NW filled a need for unity and excitement in downtown Salem that will attract guests from all over

Oregon. Jason Unruh, President of the Hoopla Association, the organization that has run The Bite & Brew of Salem since 2012, and his wife Krista, poured their hearts and souls into the event this year.

Cherryfest NW maintained many of the same activities of The Bite & Brew of Salem, such as live music, 80+ microbrews and ciders, a variety of food vendors, a carnival, and a Kid Zone.

There were exciting additions this year as well. For example, in partnership with Titanium Racing, the Salem Stars and Stripes Run included a 5K run with

military-style challenges and a ½ mile run for kids 12 and under that saw over 400 participants.

Cherryfest NW also partnered with the American Cornhole Organization on July 6 with the inaugural NW Cornhole Classic taking place on July 7.

“With the transition to Cherryfest NW, we envision many new opportunities in the years ahead,” said Unruh in a press release. “We think the potential of Cherryfest NW is tremendous and right now is a great time to get involved.” 503.

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WELCOME NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS A-1 Straight Line Striping Co. Inc. Aaron Van Cleave, Fairway Mortgage Acculaser Wellness Programs, LLC Ali Morrison, John L Scott Real Estate/ WSL & Property Management Alicia Martinez at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management All the Comforts of Home American Canabis Company Armstrong Chai LLC Axiom Services, Inc. Banner Homes

Cascade Shoring, LLC Cascadia Exteriors Certified Automotive Repair Chase Business Banking Cherry City Electric Christine Folz, John L Scott Real Estate/ WSL & Property Management Chrysalis Interior Designs Chuck Skillern, Harvey Real Estate Construction Focus, Inc. Courtney Harris, Homesmart Realty Group

Emily Brock, John L Scott Real Estate/ WSL & Property Management F & W Fence Fairway Independent Mortgage Falling Up Media Falls Insulation Ferder, Casebeer, French & Thompson, LLP FiberMount Inc. Five Guys Burgers & Fries – Lancaster

Jamieson Law Firm Javis Fades Jenn Hill, Homesmart Realty Group JM Technologies

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N Levin Industrial Real Estate

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New York Life Insurance Company – Fred Thompson

Records Construction

Johnny’s Bar & Grill Noble’s Tavern Johnson and Johnson Insurance Services

Focus Consulting, LLC Franklin Building

KPD Insurance, Inc.

Nexterra, Inc.

Fredinburg Masonry

Kristen Smith Family Dental Group

North Pacific Juniors Volleyball Club

Bemis/Wellard Group, RE/MAX Integrity

Dabler Auto Body

Haider Family Dentistry

Ben Nelson, Academy Mortgage

Dan’s Motorsports

Harrison Industries

Dana and Alan Burk, PC

Health Net, Inc.

Legacy Real Estate, Phil Bailey

Dana Fischer – DoTERRA Essential Oils

Heather Rich, Homesmart Realty Group

LP Property Development

David Brown Agency, Farmers Insurance

Hector L Garcia, John L Scott

Manor Realty

BHE Group

Day Dreams Events & Design

Hillyer’s Tire & Wheel Center, Inc.

Bike Peddler, Inc

Directors Mortgage

HomeQuest Mortgage

Bonn Roof Care Salem

Dolly Davis, Fairway Mortgage

Homes by Cameo, Harvey Realty Group

Buddy Puckett, Pacific Residential

Dutch Bros

Hope Station

Dutra Consulting

Canyonview Camp

Hunter Industries

EC Specialties, LLC

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Mann Mortgage MC Northwest Michelle Mannenbach, Homesmart Realty Group Mid-Valley Commercial Construction, Inc. Mike Riddle Construction, LLC

ITA America

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Kerry Foster, Homesmart Realty Group

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Carmen Babb – Fairway Mortgage Company

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Barry Bray Construction

Breit+Hill Home

Pence Kelly Concrete

Moser Roofing

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Bertolucci Property Management

Pallets for Agriculture, Inc.

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Montgomery Construction Group Corporation (MCG Corp)

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Polyform Inc Premier Plastering Public Affairs Counsel Remodeling by Classic Homes Renae Bendix, Homesmart Realty Group

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Oregon Dermatology Society

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

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Greeters is the largest and most active business networking opportunity in the Salem area. Greeters is available to all Salem Area Chamber of Commerce members (and their employees). Applications are due a week from booking your date. Requests are taken on a first come basis. Members will be put on a wait list once the calendar year is full. Members can host Greeters once in a calendar year.

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAMBER CEO Dear Chamber and Salem Community Members,

This edition of the 503 Magazine marks one full year of the publication so it was only fitting to include the 2017 – 2018 Annual Report to finish out the year.

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ing the bounty consumers hardly give a thought to when they stroll down the fully stocked aisles of the grocery store. The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is fortunate to represent a few agriculture businesses who were featured in the “Innovations in Agriculture” story.

As we wrap up our summer and go into fall, the City of Salem is a different place. Not only is the environment outside getting drier and ready for fall, but we have experienced a water advisory and come out on the other side.

We were able to sit down with City officials to learn more about the water advisory and steps to prevent another from happening again. 70% of every dollar made in Salem relies on water so keeping it “running” smoothly is a priority for economic development. The City works hard for us, and we are grateful to have the opportunity to share more about the inside-scoop of the months-long event to our members and the community.

We hosted a wildly successful membership event in April 2018, and recently launched new membership tiers, which include updated benefits for our members and new ways to advocate for our members.

As leader of the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, I am honored to serve the businesses in our thriving city. 503.

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