A History of the Taylor County Chamber of Commerce

July 15, 2007 -- Work session held in Butler.
Aug. 14, 2007 -- Organizational Meeting Held. Started work on mission statement and bylaws. Patty James is initial Chair. Angela Ranow is initial Secretary.
Sept. 12, 2007 -- Received a presentation from the Talbot County Chamber of Commerce on its organization. Began work on 501(c)(6) status.
Oct. 10, 2007 -- Continued work on bylaws. Agreed to set up checking account.Set up a member recruitment event.
Nov. 14, 2007 -- Received a presentation from the Macon County Chamber of Commerce. Decided to start a website. Approved initial bylaws.
Dec. 12, 2007 -- Presented plaques to first two Platinum members: Flint Energies and Public Service Telephone. Made minor corrections to bylaws. Discussed potential Chamber activities.
Jan. 17, 2008 -- Name confirmed with Secretary of State. Received EIN number from IRS. Named initial Treasurer Lenda Taunton. Selected a new logo for the Chamber. Created first program of work.
Feb. 13, 2008 -- First treasurer's report given. Reported on attendance at the recent Warner Robins Chamber of Commerce annual banquet.