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Greetings 08-05-0
MAKE IT HAPPEN
A wise mentor often reinforced "Managements main responsibility is to re-institute the policies and procedures that have proven in the past to work". In these tough times, small businesses can sustain and often grow if we would simply look to what has been successful for us in the days gone by and re-adopt some of those practices. Perhaps calling on a business that has never done business with you before but because of "God only knows" we pass by that business without seeing them as a potential customer. Maybe advertising in markets that we had previously done well in but for whatever reason we just stopped doing so. How about making a top ten list. The top ten businesses you would love to do business with or the top ten types of clients you would love to have walk through your door today. Now that you have that list of "Who", come up with a methodical approach of "How". My point is simply, if we do the same things that we have been doing and continue hoping, wishing, and yes even praying for things to change more likely than not they will change and get worse. So my advice is this: STOP AGGRESSIVELY WAITING ON YOUR PHONE TO RING OR AGGRESSIVELY STANDING BY THE FRONT DOOR OF YOUR BUSINESS FOR THAT NEXT CUSTOMER TO WALK IN.
The same wise mentor often told me that the surest sign of insanity was to continue to do the same thing and expect a different result. So, as one small business owner to another. Get up, get out, and "MAKE IT HAPPEN" |
Welcome to Our Chamber
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Welcome to the Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce. We are a membership driven organization with over 200 active members.
The Chamber is here to be the catalyst for business success and growth throughout our community. We believe that business prosperity contributes to the vitality of St. Francisville and West Feliciana Parish. |
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Welcome to Our Community
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St. Francisville & West Felciana Parish is in an unique situation, a small town rich in culture and heritage while aggressively striving from perfection in economic development. |
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CC's Greetings
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Batten down the hatches!
Hurricane Gustav is currently forecasted to enter the Gulf of Mexico this weekend as a major hurricane. We are unsure if this storm will impact Louisiana. However, it is not too early for you . . . .
Miles Higgins, 2008 Board President
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New Chamber Members
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Ooh La La Tanning & Hair Salon Joins Chamber
The Chamber of Commerce welcomes our newest member- Ooh La La Tanning & Hair Salon. The new salon is located at 5223 Commerce Street and owned by Miss Lacy Maxwell. Ooh La La will host a ribbon cutting on September 12th. More to come on this event! Go by and let Lacy and her staff take care of your needs to get ready for the "ball game". |
Chamber Activities
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"Swing for Scholarships" getting ready
The Chamber is planning its "Swing for Scholarships" golf tournament. The event is being planned for November 10,2008 at The Bluffs. Get those clubs ready and your team ready for a good time.
More information coming soon! |
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Information for new Residents |
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Relocation Packets are now Available
If you know of anyone who is moving to St. Francisville, they can call the Chamber office at 635-6717 and request a re-location packet. Information about the parish and parish facilities along with phone numbers they will need and some brochures from Chamber businesses and maps of the town and parish are enclosed in the packets. |
Area Events
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Constitution Week September 17-23 |
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Constitution Week will be observed September 17-23. This year celebrates the 221st anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution.
On Wednesday, September 17th at 3:00pm, the Alexander Stirling Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution asks that all individuals, churches, schools, governmental and patriotic organizations join in "Bells Across America" by ringing bells with other Americans nationwide to honor the Constitution. |
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On Saturday, September 6, 2008 a "Freedom Walk" has been scheduled. The Blue Star Mothers of Louisiana #3 are sponsoring the walk. The walk will start at Parker Park at 10am, and go down Ferdinand St. and turns at the courthouse then back to Parker Park. This walk is to remember the lives lost on 9-11-01 and those who responded to the tragedy, honor our veterans, past and present, and renew our commitment to freedom and the values of the United States. Registration fee is $10 per person which includes a T-shirt. Contact Estelita Travis at 225-635-3640 or 225-721-1257 for more information and to sign up. |
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A special "Congratulations" goes out to the committee of the St. Francisville Main Street that put "White Linen Night" together. It was a huge success! Businesses and those participating suggest another event in the near future. A special "thanks" goes to Laurie Walsh. Very Well Done!! |
Chamber Features
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News: Latest News
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Schedule for Public Hearings for taxes
WF Sheriff Department- Friday, Sept. 5 @ 9am in Sheriff's Board Room
WF Communications District- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 9am at 911 Center
WF School Board- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5pm at School Board office
WF Police Jury- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5:30pm at Courthouse Annex
SF Town- Tuesday, Sept. 9 @ 5:30pm @ Town Hall
** The WF Tax Assessor and the Fire District will not have a public hearing. |
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Information on West Feliciana Parish government, services, offices, elections, utilities, police jury and location maps can be found at wfparish.org. Plenty of links to parish information on this "Gateway to the Parish"
As a tourist destination, St. Francisville Louisiana attacts visitors from around the world. Rich in civil war history, nature, historic sites and parks; people also come for the quaint town where time slows down just a bit.
