More specifically, in 2008 the Chamber will focus on the rebuilding and recovery of our community from the 2007 flood.  We will concentrate on marketing our community as a community in transition that will utilize these opportunities to grow.  Our new goals for 2008 will be: 

• Begin the formation of an Adopt-A-Block program.  This will involve organizing volunteers that will agree to clean up a designated city block on one of our main thorough fairs.
• Creation of signage detailing the rebuilding that is taking place and our recovery.
• Continued development of www.Coffeyvillechamber.com and promotion of the website as a resource for tourist, people interested in relocating and Chamber members.
• Conduct breakfast/lunch power hours on small business marketing
• Implement a career shadowing program with FKHS
• Investigate the feasibility of establishing a Young Professionals Organization

And continue the following annual activities as well:

• Encourage shopping locally - Holiday Open House, Coffeyville Bucks Program and Christmas Cash Give Away
  
• Promote local business and industry through the monthly Salute A Business program.
  
• Coordinate programs to enhance the educational systems:  Jr./Sr. Interview Skills Day; Career Day; Educator of the Year Program.
  
• Organize the Coffeyville Christmas Parade.
  
• Host Farmer/Businessman Picnic and 4-H Achievement Banquet
  
• Participation in SEK Day on the Hill
  
• Conduct educational and public awareness forums
  
• Facilitate efforts to increase the amount of available housing in our community
  
• Conduct Holiday Lighting Contest
  
• Hold informative “Lunch & Learn” meetings.
  
• Progressive promotion of area attractions and events to increase tourism
  
• Coordination of Dalton Defenders Day.
  
• Serve as the office for the Inter-State Fair & Rodeo.