Your Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary organization of citizens who are investing their time and money in a community development program – working together to improve the economics, civic and cultural well-being of the area.
Any citizen who is interested in helping to develop the area (which means more money, more business, more jobs and better living for everyone) is eligible to be a member of the Chamber of Commerce.
The work of the Chamber is financed by the investment of the members who support it on the basis of their ability to pay and their interest in the progress of the area.
The Chamber of Commerce is a service institution and an action organization. It provides a medium through which people can take effective action for the progress of the community.
The Chamber of Commerce functions through the working committees of the organization. Money, planning, inspiration and guidance are useless unless the members work vigorously on the committee of their choice.
Membership Referrals
The Chamber refers members to numerous telephone inquirers and visitors and encourages local member-to-member support.
An Information Center
The Chamber distributes lists of manufacturing and industry businesses, demographics, products and services available in the community, clubs and organizations and much more upon request.
Visitors and Tourism Center
Distribute your brochures, fliers and business cards to visitors.
Member Referral Guide
Lists members’ businesses categorically and is distributed in packets requested nationwide.
Membership Plaque
Attractive plaque and door decal lets customers and clients know that you are an active supporter of the Chamber of Commerce.
Website Link
Members’ business websites linked to chamber website.
Newsletters
Members may place their printed fliers - up to four per year - in the printed Chamber newsletter for distribution to all members at no charge. E-newsletter, Chamber Flash, allows members the chance to communicate sales and news to each other and to other interested parties.
Media Coverage
Your business listed (and option to advertise) in Mineral Wells Index “Chamber Tabloid” for Annual Appreciation Awards Banquet.
Ribbon Cuttings
Free publicity regarding formal opening, new additions or changes to facilities – pictured in local newspaper.
Educational and Social Programs
Business Brown Bag educational series allows for business networking and educational opportunities for Chamber members. Topics covered recently include publicity, organizational skills, branding and marketing and Internet advertising.
Conference Room Available
Receive limited free usage of Chamber Community Room for meetings. Charge for nonmembers: $100.
Chamber Committees
Get involved with tourism ambassadors, fundraising or education.
Leadership Program
Leadership Mineral Wells allows current and future leaders the opportunity to learn about virtually every aspect of the issues and challenges facing the Mineral Wells area. Now in its 14th class, Leadership Mineral Wells covers such topics as government, economic development, human needs and education.
Annual Legislative Updates and Appreciation
Informative programs offer the opportunity to stay abreast of changes and happenings in and for the community.
Helpful Publications
Members qualify for quantities of publications such as area maps, brochures, visitor’s guides and other community information items to hand out to out-of-town customers and visitors.
Membership Labels
Only members can receive printed mailing labels for fellow Chamber members. You just supply the labels.
IT PAYS TO BE A CHAMBER MEMBER!
ANNUAL INVESTMENT SCHEDULE
(Effective October 1, 2008)
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIPS
Individual or Family (one vote) $60.00
Seniors (over 62) $45.00
BUSINESS MEMBERSHIPS
1. Apartment, B&B, Hotel/Motel, Nursing Homes, Resort, Retirement Facility, RV
$140 + 2.50 per unit
2. Automobile Dealers $185 base up to 5 employees (after 5, see schedule A)
3. Private Schools/Daycares $135
4. Licensed Professionals: Accountant, Attorney, Barber, Beauty Salon/Spa, Cosmetologist, Physicians, Insurance, Investment Company, Real Estate Agent, etc.
$155 per principle company $75 per associate
5. Media & Publisher See Schedule A
6. Taxing Authorities $600
7. Utilities $1200
8. All Other Businesses See Schedule A
Non-Profit Membership
Churches and Non-Profit Organizations $60
SCHEDULE A
Employee Based Investments
Based on full-time employees (two part-time employees count as one full-time)
1-5 employees $135
6-10 employees $195
11-25 employees $235
26-50 employees $250
51-75 employees $330
76-99 employees $500
100-199 employees $600
200-299 employees $630
300 employees & over $655
ONE OWNER/MULITPLE BUSINESS
With full investment of the primary or largest business, a multiple business discount will be given half the price of the standard dues investment.
ACTIVATION FEE
A one time $25 activation fee will be assessed upon application. |
