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Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Legislative Issues Support Announcement

The Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors met on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 and voted to support the following legislative issues currently in the House and Senate:

House Bill 309 and Senate Bill 132 to allow for Public and Private Partnerships. This legislation creates a transparent proc-ess under Kentucky’s procurement code through which the state and local governments in Kentucky can use a Public and private partnership to provide services, facilities, and transportation in-frastructure to the public.

Support of Frankfort Independent Schools SB 148, to amend KRS 157.360 to exempt a school district’s local effort from the SEEK calculation if more than 60% of the real property located in the district is exempt from taxation. The Frankfort Independent School District is such a district. Almost 75% of property within the district is tax exempt. 79% is tax ex-empt property is state owned.

Support of the Metro Chamber Caucus, through our letter of intent to serve as a Metro Chamber Caucus member. The Frank-fort Area Chamber is the voice for our business community and by joining the new Metro Chamber Caucus we will host a consis-tent message for our region. We ask for your support of this new Metro Chamber Caucus.

Please visit the Frankfort Area Chamber website at www.frankfortky.info for the 2016 Frankfort and Franklin County Public Policy Legislative Paper.

If you have any questions or are interested in serving on the Public Policy Council, please contact Vice Chair of Government Affairs Dave Weller at publicpolicy@frankfortky.info or call the Chamber office at 502-223-8261.

In this Spring Edition

Thank You Renewals & New Members Farm/City Banquet Joining Community Forces Expo Annual Golf Tournament Community Events

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I would like to personally thank you for allowing me to serve as your Chairman for 2016. It is an honor and I am looking forward to an exciting and productive year, with an eye on accom-plishing great things under the direction of our mission statement:

The mission of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce is to develop strong businesses and a vibrant economy through business advocacy and leadership, resulting in a better quality of life for all.

On the surface, our mission statement may appear simplistic in purpose, but when studied, we begin to understand the magnitude of the quality of work needed to create results that will provide “a better quality of life for all”. Many of the projects under our scope of work have

been underway for several years and the following are but a few of the projects we will be tackling in 2016:

Community Development/Branding Our chief focus for 2016 will be to continue work on our community-wide branding project which began two years ago. We see this project as a fantastic opportunity to spark economic development and growth by promoting who we are as a community and what we have to offer through a strategic marketing initiative. The main goal is to shape the perception others have about our community, so to attract people to Frankfort and Franklin County - to live, to work and to establish businesses.

We have hired a highly regarded company - North Star Destination Strategies - to guide us on this journey and to help tell our unique story. Not unlike a business that needs to promote itself, we as a community must do the same. We are excited about the support behind this project, and to report that 2016 will be the year we develop the brand and begin its implementation.

Small Business Development For 2016, we continue to promote businesses throughout our community via the “Shop Frankfort…Be Local/Buy Lo-cal” program. We will enhance the marketing message on the value of dollars spent locally and initiate a communica-tion campaign based on letters to the editor and presentations to civic organizations. We will also strengthen support for small business development through partnerships to deliver one-on-one technical assistance and training to our small businesses.

Education and Workforce Education is vital to our long-term success as a community – in fact, there is nothing more important! In 2016, we will continue working with educators and community leaders in addressing their needs, and with Kentucky Capital De-velopment Corporation to build our community workforce through career fairs, internships and externships, along with assuring maintenance of our work-ready and work ethic certifications.

Governmental Affairs This vital group reviews and develops “pro-business” public policy positions. The Chamber will continue to take a stand on public policy positions that are meaningful to our members. We also aim to improve and sustain chamber interactions with state government by clarifying the message: we are your home away from home and should be your vendor of choice, as no other community has more than 200 years of experience working with state government than Frankfort/Franklin County.

I am enthusiastic about 2016 and where it will take us. I would like to say a special thank you for your endless enthu-siasm and effort at moving this community forward. I would also like to thank the entire Chamber staff, as well as Glenn Waldrop for the great accomplishments of 2015. Let’s make 2016 a year to remember!

From the Desk of the 2016 Chairman of the Board Mike Feldman, Farmers Bank

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Mission Statement of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce The mission of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce is to develop strong businesses and a vibrant economy through business advocacy and leadership, resulting in a better quality of life for all.

Think Business * Think Success * Think Chamber

Adelia’s Bakery & Café Advanced Financial Solutions (AFS) Group

AFLAC - Brian Martin America’s Best Value Inn Animal Medical Center

Art’s Electric Ashwood Place

ASKA USA Corporation Bacon Properties

Bennett & Bays Insurance Services Best Western Parkside Inn

Big O Tires & Service Center Bradley Racing Stables Indian Ridge Farm

Brittany’s Salon Bullock Properties

C. Michael Davenport, Inc. CapCity Communications

Capital Business Referral Group Capital City Rentals, LLC

Capital Day School Capital Plaza Hotel & Conference Center

Capital Realty Cattleman’s Restaurant

Central Kentucky Retirement Classic Gold Master Jewelers

Coach Shellie.com Color Tronics

Columbia Gas of Kentucky Community Trust Bank

Consignment Furniture Gallery Cottages of Frankfort

Cull & Hayden, PSC Days Inn of Frankfort

Deaton Agency Domino’s Pizza

Edward Jones - Amzie Wenning Elk Creek Vineyards & Winery

Equestrian Limousine, LLC Faesy CPA Group, PSC Fairfield Inn & Suites

Fern Realty Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church

Four Roses Distillery Frankfort Chiropractic Center

Frankfort Country Club Frankfort Jaycees

Frankfort Newsmedia, LLC Frankfort Realty

Frankfort Regional Medical Center Frankfort YMCA - Downtown

Frankfort YMCA - West Frankfort YMCA Crayon Club

Franklin Co. Chapter American National Red Cross

Franklin Co. Farm Bureau Franklin Co. Senior Activity Center

Gilbert’s Furniture Greer Properties

Hampton Inn HealthTech Solutions, LLC

Holiday Inn Express Howard Law Group, P.L.L.C.

Individual Member - Taylor Carter Individual Member - Elwyn Rainer

Individual Member - John Ryan Individual Members-

James & Carmen Inman Infintech Credit Card Processing

Jim Boyd, Attorney Johnson Bearse, LLP

Josephine Sculpture Park KB Construction, LLC

KY Assn. of Highway Contractors L.I.F.E. House for Animals

Lamar Advertising Lanham Media Service

Lexington Legends Lexington-Bluegrass Assn. of Realtors

Longhorn Steakhouse Lovers Leap Vineyard & Winery

MainSource Bank Mary Kay Cosmetics –Nancy Butler

MBM Corporation McAllen Solutions

Memorable Travels Mystic Dragon, Inc. Nitro of Frankfort

Noel Clayton Heating & Cooling, LLC

Otis Engineering, LLC Parrish Tax Service

Payroll Solutions, Inc. Periwinkle Interiors, LLC

Poor Richard’s Books Poppy’s Bakery

Premier Family Eyecare Rebecca Ruth Candies, Inc.

Republic Services Richards Insurance Inc.

Robert A. Rowland, Attorney at Law RPM Management, LLC

Salon 502 Servpro of Anderson, Franklin &

Scott Counties Shelter Insurance

Simon House Sky Properties, LLC

Special Olympics Kentucky Stewart Home School

Stonebridge Hospitality, LLC The Elle Scoop Shaw

The Grand Theatre, Inc. The Kings Center

Topy America, Inc. VFG Benefit Solutions

Waverly House Auction White Light Diner

Wilkerson Financial Group Wireless Zone of Frankfort

Women’s Care of the Bluegrass

SCRAMBLE TO YOUR FEET AND HAVE A BALL!

Mark Your Calendars For the Frankfort Chamber

Golf Tournament

Friday, June 17, 2016 Juniper Hill Golf Course

Scramble Format Shotgun Start 1:00pm

Now taking tee sponsorships and player registrations

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Tim Hammons All Around Lawn & Landscaping, LLC 1730 Glensboro Road, Lawrenceburg

502-839-1681

Brian Stigers Brian Stigers Truck & Trailer Sales, Inc.

86 Old Harrodsburg Road, Frankfort 502-875-1084

Kimberly M. Lester Century 21 Simpson & Associates

1105 Louisville Road, Frankfort 502-223-1600

Craig Blanton & Scott King DaVinci’s Pizza

805 Louisville Road, Frankfort 502-352-1111

Evan Barnett Evanlution Salon

698 Teton Trail, Frankfort 502-382-0810

Rebecca Ogden Faxtrax High Performance &

Accessories 459 Versailles Road, Frankfort

502-226-6542

E.J. Fields Healthease East

193 Versailles Road, Ste. 11, Frankfort 502-229-5330

Ryan Conner HealthEase West

1100 US 127 South, Ste. C3, Frankfort 502-321-9601

Tony Cleveland Hurst Auto Sales

920 Versailles Road, Frankfort 502-695-5505

Kristel Smith Kentucky Innovation Network at

Richmond 521 Lancaster Avenue, Richmond

859-622-8577

Steve Hughes Steve Hughes Excavating, LLC

Home-based, Frankfort 502-803-0992

Jackie Hall Storage Rentals of America

811 Oakmont Drive, Frankfort 502-848-8111

Laura Glasscock The Kentucky Gazette PO Box 74, Frankfort

859-552-0118

Kristin Nelson Wild Birds Unlimited

1100 US 127 South, Unit B3, Frankfort 502-352-2891

Frankfort Area Chamber Member Benefits

Business Exposure Membership expands your net-work of customers and suppliers through marketing opportunities and events. Member Network Luncheons, Business after Hours, committee meetings and social events offer you an opportunity to introduce yourself and your busi-ness, network with other members of the Chamber to both socialize and make business contacts. Rela-tionship building is at the core of all we do.

Business Referrals Our staff answers thousands of inquiries each year for products and services - and only Chamber member companies are referred.

Credibility Numerous consumer surveys con-firm that Chamber membership enhances customer perception. Membership decals and the Cham-ber logo for advertising are free to members in good standing.

Promotion We promote our community and our members to new and existing residents who become your cus-tomers, vendors and workforce for your business.

Educational Opportunities Seminars, training, and other re-sources are offered to meet the needs of our members.

Information Services Our staff can access statistical data and community information to meet most business needs

These are only a few of the ways your Chamber membership pays for itself. For more information on our programs, please call the office at 502-223-8261.

Promote Your Business or Event in the Chamber E-news or Newsletter. Ads starting at $45 , call the Chamber for details.

5 Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Honors area Businesses and Volunteers

The Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce and Corporate Sponsor American Printing Solutions hosted the 2016 Annual Dinner and Award Program to over 200 area business leaders on Friday, February 26, 2016. Prior to the event kick-off, 2016 Chamber Chairman of the Board Mike Feldman, Farmers Bank thanked Out-going Chairman Glenn Waldrop, Frankfort Plant Board for his dedication and service to the Frankfort Area Chamber in 2015 and presented him with the 2015 Chairman’s Plaque. Chamber President/CEO Carmen Inman welcomed everyone to this years’ Frankfort Area Chamber Annual Meeting, stating this years’ theme was Discover Frankfort and to make our program extra special, she was able to visit the Frank-fort Gallery by the Mountain Workshops at Western Kentucky University and bring back the traveling photo gallery, which consists of fifty 16×20 framed prints of Frankfort greatest asset, our people.” Inman stated the gallery was a perfect fit for the “Discover Frankfort” theme as the people represent the heartbeat of our community! Immediate Past President Rene’ True presented Mike Feldman, Farmers Bank with the 2016 gavel and welcomed him as this years’ Chairman of the Board Feldman recognized the 2015 Retiring Directors: Robert Curry, Education and Workforce Development Cabinet; Ann Maenza, formerly with The State Journal; Mitch Moore, Whitaker Bank; Rachael Peake, Capital Cellars; Rene’ True, ConnectKentucky; and Jonathan Vaught, McAllen Solutions. Feldman then provided an overview of the 2016 Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Program of Work. Stating the top two priorities in 2016 will be the Community-wide Branding Initiative and Workforce Development through the Work Ready Initiative. Feldman then introduced the 2016 Chamber Board of Directors.

Thanks to our Sponsors O’Brien Gates Chevrolet Buick GMC Nissan & Mountjoy Chilton Medley

The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Frank Sower President’s Award. First awarded in 2011, the Frank Sower President’s Award reflects the person that represents a keen sense of Commitment to the Community, Strong Leadership Skills, Vision for the Better-ment of our Community, and someone who is involved and civic minded. The 2016 President’s Award winner is Dr. John Paul Broderson.

Named after Paul P. Sullivan, President of Farmers Bank from 1965 until his untimely death in 1980, and an unselfish philanthropist. The Paul Sullivan Award is presented to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to our community. The 2016 Paul Sullivan Award, is sponsored by Farmers Bank, and was presented to Sheila Mason Burton.

Vice Chair of Membership Development John Hibbard, Edward Jones and Member Services Director Suzy Hosley presented Carole Smith, with NextHome Custom Realty the 2016 Ambassador of the Year. Carol dedicated her time and talent to the Frankfort Area Chamber through the Ambassador program and we appreciate her commitment.

The Rising Star award was designed to recognize starting a business requires a unique blend of vision, energy, perseverance and talent. Chairman of the Board Mike Feldman, Farmers Bank and Vice Chair of Membership Development John Hibbard, Edward Jones presented the award to Mai Saigon, Thao and Titi Ngo, own-ers. The Mai Saigon is a warm welcome to our downtown area.

The Business of the Year Award is designed to recognize Chamber member businesses for their noteworthy accom-

plishments, long-standing support of the Frankfort Chamber, and significant community involvement. Chairman of the Board Mike Feldman, Farmers Bank and Vice Chair of Mem-bership Development John Hibbard, Edward Jones presented the 2016 Business of the Year Award to Inside Out Design, Michael and Andrea Mueller, owners.

The 2016 Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner was a huge success thanks to our members and community supporters. Thanks to April Cole, Capital Living for our photo’s.

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Thank You to our 2016 Annual Dinner, Awards and Auction Sponsors

Corporate Sponsor

VIP Reception Sponsor

Entertainment Sponsor

Media Sponsor:

Thanks To Our Table SponsorsThanks To Our Table Sponsors

Capital Expo Charles T. Mitchell Co., LLP

City of Frankfort Franklin County Fiscal Court

Independence Bank Kentucky Employees Credit Union

Whitaker Bank

Thanks To Display Table ParticipantsThanks To Display Table Participants

American Printing Solutions Capital Cellars Wine & Spirits Cafe' Market

Capital Day School Facial Enhancement - Jan J. Weisberg, MD

Great Clips Hospice of the Bluegrass

Recycled Granite of Kentucky The Kentucky Gazette

Wireless Zone

Special Thanks To OurSpecial Thanks To Our Wine & Spirits Tasting PartnersWine & Spirits Tasting Partners

Buffalo Trace Distillery Elk Creek Vineyard & Winery

Four Roses Distillery Jim Beam Brands

Live & Silent Auction

Contributors Thanks to all of our members who

provided Live and Silent Auction Items. Our event was a huge success

thanks to your support.

Thanks to our volunteers that assisted with set up and breakdown.

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Dr. Houston Barber, Superintendent, Frankfort Independent Schools to Address the Frankfort/Franklin County Business Community

Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce April Membership Network Luncheon Thursday, April 14, 2016 * 12:00pm

Location: Capital Plaza Hotel

Topic: Footsteps2Brilliance Community-wide Learning Initiative

Dr. Houston Barber was previously the principal at Fern Creek High School from 2007 through 2013 and is credited for greatly improving the struggling school. Under Barber’s ten-ure Fern Creek had the highest standardized test gains of any high school in Jefferson County — its percentile skyrocketed from 26 to 60. Graduation and college/career readiness rates at Fern Creek also experienced significant improvements under Barber’s leadership. Barber is a 1994 graduate of Frankfort High and was a Class-A state champion in cross country. He also won the state’s 800, 1,600 and 3,200-meter runs. Barber ran track for Mar-

quette University in Wisconsin and was considered an Olympic hopeful. Barber was hired in late July 2015 as Superintendent of the Frankfort Independent Schools and has been a

great asset to the Frankfort community.

Chamber Membership Network Luncheons are a great way to meet potential customers and clients. Cost to attend is $15 per person and includes lunch. RSVP to the Chamber office at 502-223-8261 or email office@frankfortky.info.

April Membership Network Luncheon Reservation

Fax Back to 502-223-5942

Contact Name: ______________________________________ Number Attending: _________

Additional Guests: _____________________________________________________________

Business Name: ______________________________________ Phone #: __________________

___ Enclosed check ___ Bill Me ___ Credit Card

Credit Card #: _______________________________________ Expiration Date: ____ CVV: ____

Special Diet Restrictions: _________________________________________________________

100 Capital Avenue *Frankfort, KY 40601 * 502-223-8261 * www.frankfortky.info * chamber@frankfortky.info

Cancellation policy: To avoid incurring a charge, your reservation must be cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the event. If you are unable to attend, you may send an appropriate substitute from your organization with advance notice.

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58th Annual Farm/City Banquet Thursday, April 21, 2016, 5:30 p.m. at the Frankfort Convention Center

Hosted By: Sponsored By:

Business Table Sponsorship $150

Benefits: • Recognition on table signage at event • Reserved table for 8 individual guest • Shared Display Table in pre-function hall

Company Name: ___________________________________ Contact: _______________________________

Billing Method (Circle One) ____ Bill Me ____Check Enclosed ___ Credit—Call for Information

For more information call the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce at 502-223-8261 or chamber@frankfortky.info

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58th Annual Farm/City Banquet Thursday, April 21, 2016

Thanks to our Farm/City Banquet Sponsors

Corporate Sponsor

Entertainment Sponsor

Farm Credit Mid-America

Pioneer Farmer Award Sponsorship Available at $150 with presentation of Award

Outstanding Young Farmer Award Pizza Inn & Franklin Co. Farm Bureau

Pioneer Business Award Graviss McDonald’s

Pioneer Educator Award Capital Day School

Table Sponsors A T & T External & Legislative Affairs

City of Frankfort Donna Hecker, Candidate for City Commissioner

Farm Bureau Insurance Agencies Farmers Bank

Franklin County Conservation District Franklin County Cooperative Extension Services

Franklin County Farm Bureau Kentucky State University - Land Grant

Republic Bank

TABLE SPONSOR SHIP AVAILABLE AT $150.00 Benefits: • Recognition on table signage at event • Reserved table for 8 individual guest • Shared Display Table in pre-function hall. Please note: **Political candidates running for public office and/or their volunteers must purchase a display table in order to distribute campaign literature during the event.

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May 12, 2016

12:00PM - 1PM

Lunch Location:

CENTRIA

1099 US- 421 * Frankfort

There is no cost to attend, but reservations are needed. Seating is limited.

Call the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce at 502-223-8261 or email: chamber@frankfortky.info

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Joining Community Forces Event Sponsorships

Available Presenting - $1,500 Benefits: • Top billing in all pre and post event public-ity • Company logo on all flyers distributed to over 725 Chamber members and 200+ Non-Profit Agencies in Frank-fort and Franklin County • Recognition in the Chamber E-News distributed to over 1500 Chamber members, community residents, and state employees • Recogni-tion on the Chamber's social media pages (1200+ Face-book fans, 900 Linked-in and 257 Twitter followers) • Rec-ognition from the podium during the event • Opportu-nity to Welcome attendees • Recognition on Sponsor Ban-ner • Ability to provide pro-motional information on display tables

Silver - $750 Benefits: • Recognition in all pre and post event promo-tion • Recognition on slide show presentation • Recog-nition in the Chamber E-News distributed to over 725 Chamber members, community residents, and state employees. • Recogni-tion from the podium during the event • Recognition on Sponsor Banner • Recogni-tion on the Chamber's social media pages * Display Table for event

Gold $500 - Benefits: • Recognition in the Chamber E-News distributed to over 725 Chamber mem-bers, community residents, and state employees. • Rec-ognition from the podium during the event • Display table for event • Recognition on the Chamber's social me-dia pages

Silver Sponsor - $250 Recognition in the Chamber E-News and on the Cham-ber's social media pages

Introducing 211 from United Way of the Bluegrass

There’s 411 and 911, but you can text or call 211 when you need help and don’t know where to turn. 211 is a contact center connecting people with available resources like food, housing, health care, senior services, child care, legal aid, volunteer opportunities, and much more.

Instead of multiple calls leading to dead ends, with one text message or call to 211, people can reach a trained specialist who will assess the full scope of

their needs and match them to the right services. 211 also assists during times of disaster, providing critical information about evacuation routes, food, and shelter.

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1ST ANNUAL EXPO JOINING COMMUNITY FORCES THURSDAY, MAY 19, 2016 * 5:00 - 7:00PM FRANKFORT CONVENTION CENTER Vendor Contract To reserve your table (s) and listing in Exhibitor guide, please return completed and signed contract with the re-quired fee to Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce, 100 Capital Avenue, Frankfort, KY 40601

Company Name ________________________________________________________________________

Contact Name_______________________________________ Title _______________________________

Mailing Address ________________________________________________________________________

City__________________________________________ State_______________ Zip Code______________

Phone ________________________________________ Fax _____________________________________

Email_________________________________________ Website_________________________________ (please include email so we may pass on valuable vendor information)

Will you be selling or sampling products from your exhibit space? ____ Yes ____ No

Booth Preference – contracts are dated as they are received and booth assignments are awarded accordingly. Floor plan will be provided as soon as it is available. Corner Booths are limited.

Will electricity be needed?________ - if yes, you will need to bring an extension cord.

Check #_________ in the amount of $________ enclosed

Charge my credit card: M/C or Visa account number:……………………………………………….................................................. Expiration Date:….....……. CVV:.............

Please make checks payable to the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Mail to: 100 Capital Avenue, Frankfort, KY 40601

Fax Back form to 502-223-5942 to reserve your spot Questions??

Call Carmen Inman at 502-223-8261 or email chamber@frankfortky.info

PAYMENT INFORMATION

Table Pricing – please indicate which booth package you would like at the Expo

Package A

Chamber Member

One-Table

Package B

Chamber Member

Two-Tables

Package C

Chamber Member

Corner Booth - Two-Tables

Table Only

$50.00 Table Only

$75.00 Corner Booth

$100.00

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Beverage Cart Sponsor: $350 Enjoy great networking and visibility with your company sign displayed on a beverage cart and the option to personally hand out items to all golfers at this event! Thirsty golfers will see your logo on their tickets and on your Beverage Cart (you can decorate) throughout play.

First Place Team Prize Sponsors Low Gross & Low Net: $300 each

Be the sponsor of the winning team’s prize. Entire sponsorship fee is awarded to the winning teams in the form of Pro Shop gift certificates.

Hole Sponsorship: $100 / Prize Hole Sponsor: $150 This highly visible sponsorship allows you to socialize with the golfers by providing goodies, contests and/or activities at your stop! Signage will be provided and you may bring your own as well. You can also add a contest for your hole (longest drive, closest to the line, etc.) for an additional $50.00, which covers the cost of the winner’s prize. Hole Sponsorship guarantees your company name is seen by every player

Door Prize Sponsor: $50 value Sponsor a player door prize or provide a hole prize with a minimum retail value of $50.00. Prizes will be presented at the end of play. $25 Gift Certificates are always welcomed.

Goody Bag Sponsor: Donation of 120+ items

On goody bag donations, a minimum of 120 items are needed for inclusion.

Team of 4 Reservation: $260 Registration includes putting contest entry, green fees and carts, beverage tix, and lunch for players.

Event Location

700 Louisville Road

Frankfort, KY 40601

DATE

June 17, 2016

TEAM SIGNUP

$260

PLAYER SIGNUP

$65

REGISTRATON

11:30 A.M.

SHOTGUN START

1:00 P.M.

Corporate Sponsor

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Shop online at https://odams.officedepot.com/account_apps/

landing/landing_national_chamber.php?a=51352048

Use a store purchasing card

Call your local rep Melissa Parsons – 859-509-7988

melissa.parsons@officedepot.com

Online Portal on the Chamber website at www.frankfortky.info Click the link at the bottom of the page.

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Fax both to the Chamber office (502) 223-5942

Partnership Savings for Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce

Members

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Please Mark Your Calendars

and Plan to Attend

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings

Wednesday, April 13, 2016 * 12:00noon Wild Birds Unlimited

1100 US 127 South, Unit B, Frankfort

Friday, April 22, 2016 * 11:00am Workout Anytime

809 Louisville Road, Frankfort

Wednesday, May 11, 2016 * 12:00noon First Care Clinic

301 Versailles Road, Frankfort

Please RSVP your attendance to 502-223-8261

Upcoming Events at Liberty Hall Historic Site

For ticket pricing and more infor-mation call 502-227-2560 or email info@libertyhall.org

Visit www.libertyhall.org for full calendar of events.

Margaret Wise Brown Preschool Story Time—April 5 Search for nursery rhyme characters in The Find It Book and clues to the past in Liberty Hall, then play I Spy. 10 a.m. at Liberty Hall. Free. Children must be accompanied by an adult; groups of 10 or more.

History Keepers: The Legacy of the NSCDA and Women of Vision—April 11-May 23 Learn about the history of the National Society of Co-lonial Dames of America in these panel exhibits. Free with Liberty Hall admission; NSCDA members free.

Bourbon & Browns—April 16 Support Liberty Hall Historic Site as you enjoy Wood-ford Reserve bourbons and culinary creations by famed chef Ouita Michel of Holly Hill Inn. Tap your feet to the sounds of bluegrass band No Tools Loaned, and bid on silent and live auction items. 6:30 p.m. at the Orlando Brown House. For adults 18 and over.

“Poetry Past and Present” Homeschool Workshop—April 29 Discover poems read and written by residents of Lib-erty Hall, take a poetry walk, and write haiku with poet Carole Johnston. 10 a.m.-noon. Recommended for students ages 10-13.

Margaret Wise Brown Preschool Story Time— May 3 Practice your ABCs by listening to “The Hungry Bunny’s Alphabet” and exploring the Liberty Hall garden. 10 a.m. at the Orlando Brown House. Free. Children must be accompanied by an adult; groups of 10 or more.

Spring Plant Sale—May 14 Add a special touch to your home garden with flowers, ferns, and herbs from the LHHS garden. 1-4 p.m. at the Orlando Brown House.

After Hours at Liberty: “Brilliant Parties”—June 2 Discover early 19th-century dress and decorum and enjoy the activities of a period social event—cards, dancing, and light refreshments. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Liberty Hall. For adults 18-up.

Edward Jones Seminar

Topic: Investment Themes for 2016

Date: Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm

Location: Jim's Seafood

950 Wilkinson Blvd.

Frankfort, KY 40601

Dinner will be served

RSVP: By April 15th to 502-223-2633

Mix Business & Pleasure at the Chamber Golf Tournament

Friday, June 17, 2016 1:00pm Shotgun Start

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The Frankfort Area Foundation Announces 2016 FAF Season

The mission of the Frankfort Arts Foundation is to promote cultural enrichment through artistic and education endeavors by presenting the performing, visual, literary and culinary arts. For more information about the Frankfort Area Foundation series call 502-330-2773 or email faf@dcr.net

April 8 / 7:00pm Dr. Jae Won Kim

Concert pianist performing the works of Sergei Rachmaninoff,

Franz Liszt, Frederic Chopin, and Francis Poulenc

April 15 / 7:00pm Flamenco Louisville

Dance company showcasing the art of Span-

ish Dance accompanied by Spanish

guitar and vocalists

April 16 / 7:00pm Lexington Brass Band

Concert Honoring the Memory of Dr. Leon Richard

Past President, Frankfort Arts Foundation Professor of Music,

KSU Trumpeter, Lexington Philharmonic Band featuring area’s outstanding brass and

guest musicians

May 20 / 7:00pm No Tools Loaned

Band performing Bluegrass music with country music

and patriotic favorites

June 26 / 3:00pm Central Kentucky Concert Band

Concert band of 77 musicians widely recognized as one of the finest ensembles in the south-

eastern United States

All events are held at Kentucky State University

Bradford Hall

Call 502-330-2773 for ticket information.

Commonwealth Credit Union Receives A+ National

Financial Health Rating

Commonwealth Credit Union, just received an A+ national financial health rating from DepositAc-counts.com, which places it in the highest tier (top 10%) of the approximately 13,000 federally insured banks and credit unions nationwide, in terms of fi-nancial health.

A detailed breakdown of Commonwealth Credit Union’s score may be found in the health section at www.depositaccounts.com/banks/commonwealth-cu-ky.html#health.

Frankfort Locations: 417 High Street * 101 Sower Blvd.

1425 Louisville Road

Rotary Club International Dinner Features The Honorable Martha Layne Collins

The Rotary Club of Frankfort will host the 19th Annual International Dinner on Thursday, April 14, 2016, at the Frankfort Country Club, 101 Duntreath, Frankfort, Ken-tucky. The evening begins with a social hour and silent auction at 6:00 p.m.; dinner and program to follow at 7:00 p.m. All proceeds of the silent auction will benefit the Cervical Cancer Clinic in Haiti.

The guest speaker will be The Honorable Martha Lane Collins, 56th Governor of the Commonwealth. The topic will be “Toyota: How Kentucky Became a Leader in the World Economy”.

For questions or ticket pricing contact William Bowker at 502-227-4852 or williambowker3@gmail.com. Please note, Reservations must be made no later than April 7th. Cancellations after April 6th will be billed.

Come show your support and help raise awareness of this epidemic that is

sweeping our city.

Walk will be held in Frankfort, KY Saturday, April 16, 2016

9:00am - 11:00am

Start: 300 West 2nd Street

Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must

Keep Moving.

- Albert Einstein

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KECU Announces National Credit Union Youth Month Much like physical fitness and healthy eating are habits best learned at a young age, so too is financial literacy. It’s never too early – or too late – to begin teaching children about money and the importance of saving. That’s why all month long in

April, Kentucky Employees Credit Union is joining credit unions from across the country in celebrating Na-tional Credit Union Youth Month. This year’s theme is “Credit Union Strong” and KECU is embracing that theme with several fun ways for your child to get stronger financially.

• Any child (ages 17 and below) who opens a youth account during the month will receive a free spin on our prize wheel. • In addition, if that child makes an additional deposit during the month, they will be entered into a drawing for one of three $100 gift cards from Dick’s Sporting Goods.

Youth savings accounts are a great way for kids to put away some of that birthday or Christmas money and see how quickly their financial strength can grow! Learn more about financial wellness by checking out Goo-golplex at KECU.org. There, kids will find age-compatible games and information that will teach them about money in a fun, interactive way. Bring your child to KECU and help them get Credit Union Strong!

Seasons of Life Adult Day Center Frankfort Senior Activity Center

202 Medical Heights Drive * Frankfort, KY 40601

Hours of Operation: 7:30am-5:30pm, Monday through Friday. The center does observe all major holi-days including New Year’s Eve/New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday) and Christmas Eve/Christmas Day.

Mission Statement Seasons of Life Adult Day’s mission is to improve and promote the quality of life for seniors and caregivers as they experience the various seasons of life. Seasons of Life strives to maintain an atmosphere of compas-sion and dignity as well as to encourage and inspire through creativity and understanding.

Eligibility Any adult 50 years and older who needs additional care throughout the day, or has a caregiver in need of respite care.

Cost Clients will be categorized into three groups: Part-Time, Full-Time, and As Needed. Full-Time $60/day: greater than 4 hours each day Part-Time $30/day: less than 4 hours each day (If client attends center for more than four hours, they will be considered full time for that day) As Needed $65/day: We require 24 hour notice

Activities Staff will engage client’s in activities that promote self worth, independence, socialization, exercise and creativity. Activities include pet therapy, dancing, sing-alongs, live music, community involvement, field trips, ring toss, corn hole, trivia, life review, table discussions, hand bells, drum therapy, art, color-ing, drawing, and many, many more! If you have any questions, please contact Seasons of Life Adult Day Director Dana Jarboe Gardner or Executive Director Marchele Jenkins at 502-223-5794.

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Introducing the All-New O'Brien Gates CBGN

Mobile App

With the O'Brien Gates CBGN Mobile App you can take con-trol of your vehicle service ex-perience, schedule appointments, receive notifications and control it all from your smartphone.

JIM BEAM, OLD GRAND DAD PLANT

MORE THAN JUST BOURBON

Driving by the Old Grand Dad plant on George-town Road in Frankfort, many see the large “Jim Beam” sign and assume Beam Suntory produces Jim Beam bourbon there. In reality, this facility hasn’t been an actual distillery since 1987 and is now a bottling plant.

Quick expansion over the last 10 years has sup-ported our 300 employees at the Frankfort plant. As we’ve grown, the Old Grand Dad plant has expanded its bottling portfolio to include much more than bourbon.

In fact, the Frankfort plant bottles approximately 40% of Beam Suntory’s total worldwide volume. In 2015, the team bottled and shipped approxi-mately 14 million cases of spirits including bour-bon, whiskeys, vodka, rum, gin, tequila, cordials and liqueurs. Some of the brands the plant bot-tles include Pinnacle Vodka (more than 40 fla-vors), Cruzan Rum, DeKuyper Cordials (more than 50 flavors), Midori Melon Liqueur, Sauza Tequila, Skinnygirl, Vox Vodka, Kessler Blended

Whiskey, Old Crow Bourbon and its namesake Old Grand Dad Bourbon.

Welcome to our Newest Member

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Farmers Capital Bank Corporation Promotes Chief Investment Officer Submitted Article by Farmers Bank

Lloyd C. Hillard, Jr., President and CEO of Farmers Capital Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: FFKT) (the "Company") announced the promotion of Fontaine (Chip) Banks, III as Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer of the Company. Mr. Banks will begin his new role on April 1, 2016.

Mr. Banks has 30 years of banking and investment experience with Farmers Bank & Capital Trust Co., a subsidiary of the Company. Most recently he was the Senior Vice President of the Investment Department of the bank. "Chip has consulted and managed the investment function for all of our affiliated banks admirably for four-teen years," says Mr. Hillard. "It is only logical that he is named the Corporate Chief Investment Officer in an official capacity." Farmers Capital Bank Corporation is a bank holding company headquartered in Frankfort, Kentucky. The Company operates 34 banking locations in 21 communities throughout Central and Northern Kentucky, a data processing com-pany, and an insurance company. Its stock is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market LLC exchange in the Global Select Market tier under the symbol: FFKT. ** Congratulations Chip **

New Reading App Connects Frankfort Independent Schools with Community to

Address Literacy Emergency Footsteps2Brillaince® aims to improve kindergarten readiness and state test scores.

Article Submitted by Frankfort Independent Schools

Reading is the foundation of all learning, and today Frankfort Independent Schools gave Frankfort families the build-ing blocks for academic success. Superintendent Houston Barber unveiled the Footsteps2Brilliance® app, a digital literacy solution designed to help children become proficient readers.

Footsteps2Brilliance® offers English and Spanish reading materials for Pre-K through third grade students. Books are audible and illustrations are interactive; games test memory and reading comprehension; and, learners can build their own digital book. Teachers in all Second Street School classes can track student progress through the applica-tion in order to tailor instruction to their individual needs.

Frankfort Independent Schools purchased a license allowing access to the app throughout the city. Its innovative mo-bile technology platform keeps families fully engaged in their child’s learning from any mobile device (Apple, An-droid, Kindle Fire) or traditional computer. This enables the district, for the first time ever, to leverage the mobile devices that parents already own to create Model Innovation CitiesTM.

“They say it takes a village to raise a child,” said Barber. “Footsteps2Brillaince® puts the power in the hands of fami-lies across Frankfort as we all work together to create a pathway to prosperity for our children. We are facing an emergency as a community when it comes to reading proficiency and kindergarten preparedness. This is the ‘first step’ towards changing the future of Frankfort.”

Kentucky Department of Education data shows 48% of incoming Frankfort Independent School kindergartners are arriving unprepared. According to 2014-15 Unbridled K-PREP test results, 71.5% FIS third graders are scoring Novice or Apprentice in Reading, meaning they are not on grade level. Studies shows that students not on level by third grade fall exponentially behind other students throughout their school careers.

In order to encourage awareness of and participation in the communitywide Footsteps2Brilliance® initiative, cell phone charging stations have been installed at businesses throughout Frankfort with information about the app and how to get connected. Frankfort Independent Schools, “Read. Recharge. Repeat.” charging stations can be found at:

For more information about the app, visit www.footsteps2brilliance.com. To learn more about Frankfort Independ-ent Schools, log onto www.frankfort.k12.ky.us

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10th Annual Pro.Active for

Life 5K Run/Walk

Friday, April 22 * 6:30pm Downtown

Register online: Go to proactivetherapy.org and

click on the 5K button.

Registration forms also available at: Pro.Active Therapy

Unitedwayfranklincounty.org or call 502-875-1675.

To Volunteer: 502-875-1675 or visit the Volunteer Page at unitedwayfranklin-

county.org

For more information about any components of the Pro.Active for

Life 5K, contact Race Director Debbie Brown at 502-320-9168

7 p.m. on the Old Capitol Lawn

Always a Friday night

2016 Season Dates:

June 10 June 24 July 8

July 22 August 5

August 19 September 2

20th Annual Day of Caring Thursday, May 12, 2016

Sign up Your Company or

Group to Volunteer Today!

Volunteer Forms Available at: www.unitedwayfranklincounty.org

Call 502-875-1675 or email uwoffice44@gmail.com

Volunteer Forms Due by April 15, 2016

4th Annual Celebrity Waiters’ Dinner Benefitting the Franklin County Humane Society

Saturday, April 23, 2016 Frankfort Country Club

101 Duntreath, Frankfort

Dinner/Silent Auction/Cash Bar Business Casual Attire

Cocktail Hour with hors-d’oeuvres 6:00pm - 7:00pm Buffet Dinner & Silent Auction 7:00pm - 10:00pm

For auction information, visit: www.charityauctionorganizer.com/fchscwd4

For online reservations, please contact Sam Marcus at fchsdinner@gmail.com

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Mark Your Calendars Buffalo Trace Events for 2016

Article Submitted by Buffalo Trace Distillery

Oaks Days Festival: May 6 - Experience the excitement of Derby weekend with another Kentucky tradition–bourbon. Enjoy compli-mentary tours and tastings all day from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Enjoy live festive Bluegrass music while treating yourself to bourbon ice cream made with our Buffalo Trace Bourbon.

Pappy For Your Pappy: June 17 - This Father’s Day, make him a happy pappy with a one-of-a-kind dinner event as Julian and Pre-ston Van Winkle guide you through a tasting of the various ages of Van Winkle Bourbons. Don’t forget to bring your favorite Van Win-kle item to have it signed at the end of the evening. 6:00 p.m. - Optional Tour. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Lottery system in place; en-tries taken through online registration form, May 9-12. On May 13, drawing will occur and winners will be notified. Seating limited to 130 people. Entering into this lottery does not guarantee a ticket to this event. One entry per household. Call Buffalo Trace for costs.

The Great Buffalo Chase 5k: July 4 - It’s the race with a view. Walk or run our 15th annual 5K Race that winds through the scenic grounds of the historic Distillery. Cash prizes for top 3 men and women. Race begins at 8:00 a.m. Limited to first 1,000 registrants. Register online starting April 1st. Call Buffalo Trace for costs.

Disturbia At The Distillery: October 28 & 29 - It’s a night of dinner, drams and drama! Start your spook-takular evening off with our popular Ghost Tour, followed by dinner and spirits pairing in the Elmer T. Lee Clubhouse. During your dinner, sit back and enjoy the antics of Bluegrass Mystery Theatre while figuring out “who did it!” In between acts, enjoy a tasting with our award-winning prod-ucts. 6:00 p.m. - Optional Tour. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Dinner/Event. Costumes encouraged, prizes given. Tickets go on sale Tues-day, September 6th. For reservations and costs call 502.695-5930 or email: events@buffalotrace.com.

Lighting Of The Trace: December 1 - Embrace the holiday season in all its magnificence as we illuminate the colorful, festive displays at the Distillery. Featuring the Kentucky State University Choir and a visit from Santa. Candlelight Tour at 5:30 p.m., Carols and Holi-day Stories at 6:00 p.m., and Santa arrives at 6:30 p.m. All activi-ties are complimentary.

Holiday Lights At The Distillery: December 1- January 2 - See a kaleidoscope of sparkling lights and displays that captivate your imagination on a drive through Buffalo Trace Distillery. Nightly December 1–January 2 from dusk until 11:00 p.m.

Visit Santa At The Distillery: December 9-10 & 16-17 - Have your children get their wish list ready for Santa as you celebrate the season with Jolly old Saint Nick on December 9th & 10th and 16th & 17th in the Visitor Center from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Compli-mentary.

Part-Time Teller (Frankfort Location) Job Summary:

A Teller undertakes bank transactions and in-teracts directly with customers. A Teller is usu-ally the first person a customer sees when they walk into one of our locations. The position requires working three Saturdays mornings per month. Applicant must have high school di-ploma or equivalent. Clerical, administrative, cash handling or customer service experience is preferred.

Apply online at: http://www.1776bank.com/careers/ - Application deadline to apply: April 15th, 2016.

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Simon House, a non-profit residential and non-residential social service agency for women and women with children, seeks an energetic and motivated person to serve as executive director. We served almost 3,500 people last year.

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

* Have earned a baccalaureate degree, preferably in the social services or a related field. (Work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.) * Have experience/knowledge with women’s,

children’s, and homeless issues. * Have experience/knowledge with HUD fund-

ing sources (including HMIS and Emergency Solutions Grants).

* Have experience/knowledge with grant ad-ministration and budgeting.

* Have management experience. Be able to pass a background check. Communicate clearly orally and in written communication.

* Work independently under the direction of an involved board of directors.

Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. Position includes benefits.

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three refer-ences to: Search Committee / Simon House / PO Box 5174 / Frankfort, KY / 40602-5174

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HMB received a National Recognition Award for its project, "Rising Above the

Flood," a bridge replacement project in Falmouth, KY. The award was presented by the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) during its annual awards gala in Washington, D.C.

For almost 85 years, one of the main gateways into the City of Falmouth (KY 22) involved crossing a narrow, two-lane truss structure that was often overwhelmed by a flooded Licking River. The "Shomakertown Bridge," named after the area located just east of Falmouth, was facing closure due to sig-nificant corrosion. HMB was tasked with designing a replacement structure and associated approaches that would not only accommodate a 100-year flood, but would also maintain the historic integrity of the City of Falmouth.

The new structure is located just downstream of the old bridge and is a curved, welded steel plate girder bridge consisting of four spans (110'-215'-215'-190') with an overall length of 734 feet. The new bridge main-tains a 665 foot floodway and the eastern approach maintains a minimum elevation of 555 feet to allow the roadway to remain open during floods. The new horizontal alignment of the bridge eliminates a sharp turn that had previously impeded large vehicular traffic. Two five-foot sidewalls were also included in the design to enhance safety and accommodate pedestrian traffic. Decorative parapets and aesthetic lighting were in-corporated to complement the historic district of Falmouth.

Interested in joining an award-winning team? HMB is currently searching for a marketing coordinator and an accountant for our Frankfort, KY office. For details, visit our website: http://www.hmbpe.com/careers/

SCAM ALERT

We have been asked by the IRS Criminal Investigation Division to get the word out that their office is currently being inundated with re-ports of the latest scam targeting payroll professionals. Please review this information and share as ap-propriate.

W-2 Scam Targeting Payroll and Human Resources Professionals Payroll and human resources pro-fessionals should be aware of an emerging phishing email scheme that purports to be from company executives and requests personal information on employees. The email contains the actual name of the company chief executive offi-cer. In this scam, the "CEO" sends an email to a company payroll of-fice employee and requests a list of employees and financial and per-sonal information including SSNs.

For more details, see: IR-2016-34, IRS Alerts Payroll and Human Re-source Professionals to Phishing Scheme Involving W-2s.

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Welcome to one of our newest members

Evan Barnett Evanlution Salon

698 Teton Trail, Frankfort 502-382-0810

Spa, Beauty and Special Care

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New Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Member Discount. For Chamber members interested in ordering bulk to go meals for their business or personal events, I would love to extend an additional 10% dis-count on top of the already discounted bulk rates. If your company would like to offer Chamber Member2Member Discounts, please contact the Chamber office at 502-223-8261 or submit your discount to chamber@frankfortky.info for promotion in Chamber E-news, Chamber website and in the next edition of the Chamber Newsletter.

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Welcome to First Care Opening Spring 2016 * 301 Versailles Road

First Care is relentless about transforming the delivery of healthcare through outstanding customer service, convenience, and affordability.

Scheduled to open this Spring, the new clinic will be conveniently located on the East side of Frankfort, near McDonalds and Kroger, at the old Palmer Tire next to AutoZone at 301 Versailles Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601.

First Care is equipped with multiple exam rooms, on-site lab testing, and digital x-ray capabilities, the clinic will provide a broad array of urgent care, walk-in, and occupational medicine services. Open seven days a week from 8am to 8pm, the clinic will offer treatment for a wide variety of common illnesses, injuries, and conditions.

Join First Care and the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce as we cut the Ribbon on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 12:00 noon.

TERRI’S CATERING & GLEN-WILLIS HOUSE Nestled on the banks of the Kentucky River the Glen-Willis House is the perfect venue for weddings receptions, business meetings, Christmas and birthday par-ties, dinner rehearsals, or any special occasion in your life. No event is to small to enjoy the beauty that is the Glen-Willis.

Terri's Catering is owned and operated by Terri Sullivan. Terri and her staff hope that you will do them the great honor in allowing us to serve your busi-ness needs. Over the years Terri and her staffs’ goal has been to provide beautifully unique events that go much further than just scrumptious food. Staff prides itself on creating a monumental experience for you with their visionary recipes and amazing venue spots! Terri and her staff want you to have outstanding ser-vice, a unique atmosphere, amazing food, and excellent planning and consultation to ensure that you have the best catering experience!

Terri knows everyone is busy, so a quick nutritious meal works for anyone. We cater delicious, convenient lunches for any time and any place. Whether you're in a meeting, at home, in a motor coach, or even a plane, we can deliver right you!

Terri’s Catering will also be offering lunch at the Glen-Willis House this Spring—So Be Sure to Stop In.

For more information on Terri’s Catering or the Glen-Willis House, please all 502-875-3031.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND PLAN TO ATTEND Kentucky State University *vs* Cedarville University

April 13, 2016 * 6pm

Western Hills High School and Frankfort High School April 13, 2016 * 3pm

Lexington Legends @ Whitaker Bank Ballpark

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Pre-Sorted Standard Permit No. 251 U.S. POSTAGE

PAID FRANKFORT, KY

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Mark Your Calendars Upcoming Chamber Events

Ribbon Cutting at Wild Birds Unlimited 1100 US 127 South, Unit B, Frankfort Wednesday, April 13, 2016 * 12:00noon

April Membership Network Luncheon with Dr. Houston Barber, Frankfort Independent Schools Capital Plaza Hotel, 405 Wilkinson Blvd., Frankfort Thursday, April 14, 2016 * 12:00noon

2016 Farm/City Banquet Frankfort Convention Center, 405 Mero Street, Frankfort Thursday, April 21, 2016 * Exhibits Open 5:30pm

Workout Anytime Ribbon Cutting 809 Louisville Road, Frankfort Friday, April 22, 2016 * 11:00am

Ribbon Cutting at First Care Clinic 301 Versailles Road, Frankfort Wednesday, May 11, 2016 * 12:00noon

Lunch & Learn with KORT Topic: Industrial Medicine CENTRIA, 1099 US 421, Frankfort Thursday, May 12, 2016 * 12:00noon

Joining Community Forces Expo Frankfort Convention Center, 405 Mero Street, Frankfort Thursday, May 19, 2016 * 5:00-7:00pm

Annual Golf Tournament Juniper Hill Golf Course Friday, June 17, 2016 * 11:00am - 6:00pm

Address Service Requested

Board of Directors

OFFICERS

2016 Chairman/Vice Chair Community Dev. Mike Feldman, Farmers Bank

Immediate Past Chair/Vice Chair Economic Dev. Glenn Waldrop, Frankfort Plant Board

2017 Chair-Elect/Vice Chair Small Business Dev. Michael Mueller, Inside Out Design

2018 Chair-Elect Kristin Cantrell, CapCity Communications

Vice Chair Governmental Affairs Dave Weller, Weller Consulting

Vice Chair Membership Development John Hibbard, Edward Jones

Treasurer Jim Clouse, CPA, Charles T. Mitchell Co.

2016 DIRECTORS

Rex Fowler, CENTRIA Danny Garland, First Federal Savings Bank

Kevin Gunter, McAllen Solutions Lee Higginbotham, Frankfort Regional Medical Ctr.

Barry Kaderi, Buffalo Trace Distillery Lydia Powell, Kentucky Employees Credit Union

John Senter, Community Trust Bank Suzanne Simmons Peterson, Whitaker Bank Lee Ann Watters, Mountjoy Chilton Medley

2015 ADVISORY BOARD

Dr. Houston Barber, Frankfort Independent Schools Robert Cox, Republic Bank

Chrissy Jones, Franklin County Public Schools John “J.O.” Osborne, Farm Bureau Representative

Molly Tracy, Frankfort Jaycees

2016 EX-OFFICIO

Terri Bradshaw, KY Capital Dev. Corp. Todd Horstmeyer, Kentucky State University Joy Jeffries, Frankfort/Franklin Co. Tourism

Mayor Bill May, City of Frankfort Kim Strohmeier, Downtown Frankfort, Inc

Judge Exec. Huston Wells, Franklin Co. Fiscal Court

Chamber Staff Carmen Inman, President/CEO

Suzy Hosley, Member Services Director Carmen Engle, Office Manager

Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce 100 Capital Avenue, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601

P: (502) 223-8261, F: (502) 223-5942 Website: www.frankfortky.info