Our medical renewal this past year was challenging.  Through the Missouri Chamber Federation medical plan, Williams Brothers Meat Company was able to obtain a substantial savings while improving our coverage.  We would like to the the Chamber for offering this benefit to the membership.  We encourage Chamber members to consider contacting Schroepfer Bauer Insurance for more details.  Scott's team was informative and did a great job assisting with the implementation of this plan for our company.  ​

Thank you,
Steve & Karen Williams
​Williams Brothers Meat Company

SMOKE ALARMS

• 3 out of 5 home fire deaths result from fires without working smoke alarms.
• The risk of dying in a home fire is cut in HALF in homes with working smoke alarms.
• Test Monthly, Change Batteries Annually, Replace every 10 years
• Install smoke alarms on each level of your home, in and outside each bedroom

FIRE ESCAPE PLANS
When there is a fire, Get Out and Stay Out!
You may have less than 2 minutes to get out safely once the smoke alarm sounds.

• Plan two ways out of every room.
• Design a fire escape plan around your abilities.
• Make sure all doors and windows open easily.
• Practice your escape plan at least twice a year
• Choose an outside meeting place where firefighters can easily see you.

COOKING IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF WINTER HOME FIRES

• Maintain a 3-foot safe zone around stoves and grills.
• Stay in the kitchen when you fry, boil, grill or broil food.

​HEATING IS THE SECOND LEADING CAUSE OF HOME FIRES

• Have Heating and Cooling appliances checked annually by a qualified technician
• Give space heaters their space, allow 3 feet of clear area

More Life savings tips are available at:
www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/outreach/
www.ready.gov/home-fires
www.nfpa.org/Public-Education

Dear Washington Area Business/Citizen,
 
On April 3, 2018, City of Washington voters will once again be asked to approve the existing Half Cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax.  It is not a new tax but a renewal of a tool that has provided our community with a wide array of benefits for the last 29 years.  With these funds, the following projects that have been completed:  the new Fire Training Center, recreational parks and pool, City Hall and Library renovation and expansion, the new Public Safety Building, installation of Code Red emergency notification system, construction of the Main Stage facility, and an improved Senior Citizen Center location.  Projects for the 2018 renewal have been identified after an extensive review by City departments, community groups, and citizens.  Information on projects can be found at www.washmochamber.org/localprogress or requested from the City or Chamber offices.
 
The Washington Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted unanimously to endorse the tax and to provide financial assistance to the campaign for passage on April 3.  The Chamber invites you to join the effort by adding the name of your company or organization to the list of those endorsing the Half Cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax.  The list will be used in the campaign ads and literature.  There is no fee or charge to add your name to the list.  Simply respond to this email with the name of your company or organization.  If we can supply you with brochures or a speaker for an event, please feel free to ask. 
 
Thank you,
 
Jennifer Giesike, CFE
President
Washington Area Chamber of Commerce