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The Fortuna Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization of individuals and businesses who join together to enhance economic growth through the promotion and support of our community, civic interests and member businesses.
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The friendly city of Fortuna is the perfect place to shop, dine, rest and relax while you're visiting the California Redwoods. Centrally located in Humboldt County, Fortuna is just minutes away from magnificent redwood parks, pristine beaches and historic points of interest.
Board of Directors
Renee Lindsay
President & CEO
Renee has spent the past five years working for her family's business, Fernbridge Tractor, as the Accounting & HR Manager. Prior to that, Renee spent 13 years in the Bay Area, working as an HR consultant to numerous clients across many industries. She briefly ran her own successful dog walking and pet sitting business before relocating back to Humboldt County in 2013.
Melissa Collins
Chairwoman
Officer, Deposits/Payments Relationship Mgr, US Bank (Eureka)
I am honored to be the 2018 Chair for the Fortuna Chamber of Commerce because I love networking with and connecting businesses! I enjoy working with the business community in Fortuna and want to see them continue to grow and succeed.
Seth McGrath
Vice Chairman
Owner, Grocery Outlet (Fortuna)
Seth came to the Eel River Valley in early 2016 to open the Fortuna Grocery Outlet with his wife Stefanie. They are independent operators and are proud to own a local business and support the local community with over 38 jobs that are 95% full time.
Seth finds it very important to connect with other local business owners and network and found that the Chamber provides exactly that opportunity.
He serves on the Tourism & Marketing committee. Seth is excited to give back, share, and help support Chamber and our local membership through service on the board.
Cara Knostman
Previous Past Chair
Owner, Lotus Mountain Screen Printing & Embroidery
My husband Greg & I are the owners of Lotus Mountain Screen Printing, a local full service printing company. I feel lucky that my business gives me the opportunity to work closely with many local business owners, non-profits and schools. I love the town of Fortuna and enjoy being a part of the vibrant business community.
Testimonials
The Fortuna Chamber truly takes an interest in its community and members. The Chamber is also a great source for travelers to find out more about our beautiful Parks, Redwoods, shopping and lodging. The Monday Lunch Meeting is a weekly highlight where good friends gather to share city happenings and vital information for members.
Cathy Whitchurch
The Fortuna Chamber has provided great networking and local leadership training for our company. We always look forward to mixers and weekly meetings because it gives us the pulse of the local business community and helps us tailor our services to their needs. Some of our strongest business relationships have been formed through the Chamber and we continue to enjoy supporting our community through the many events they sponsor.
Danny Kelley
Latest News
On this day in 1973, Fortuna Chamber President William Jamieson presided over the chamber meeting, with 22 members and guests present. Mrs. Mary Heaton and her assistant, Rodney Coleman, Heaton Realty and Mr. and Mrs. Larry Lightfoot, Main Street Cleaners, were introduced as new members. President Jamieson reported on the Downtown Development meeting. The committee headed by Larry Francesconi would meet with individual property owners to explain methods of financing. Jamieson stated that the plan would undergo changes with the times. An example would be the change in the Plan for 10th Street when the post office built its new quarters. Mrs. Beth Rundell suggested that an evening Town Hall type of meeting be arranged to explain to those citizens who own property on the periphery of the Plan that they would not need to worry about their homes being moved to make room for parking lots. Excerpts from correspondence from A.R. Houle, Post Master-Sectional Center Manager of Postal Service, in reply to the Chamber's request for improved mail distribution was read by President Jameson. Isolated cases of poor service where noted by Houle, rather than the general decline of service. The Chamber would continue to call attention to the service until Improvement was noted. The meeting was adjourned and recorded by Delight A. Barker, Secretary.
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Have you ever considered sitting on one of the many Fortuna City Council committees/commissions and making your voice heard? Well now is your chance. The Fortuna City Council is accepting applications for membership on the Fortuna Planning Commission and the Measure E Oversight Committee.
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To qualify for membership on any Council appointed commission or committee, a person must be 18 years of age or older and a registered elector of the City OR be the owner of a business located within the city limits. The vacancies currently available are:
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Planning Commission: 3 Seats and 1 Alternate
Measure E Oversight Committee: 2 Seats
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The Planning Commission is responsible for advising the City Council on environmental matters and the development of the City. Part of those responsibilities include making recommendations on the General Plan, zoning of property, the capital improvement program, annexations, and subdivisions of land. The Planning Commission is also responsible for making decisions on design review, small subdivisions of land, use permits, and variances. The Planning Commission meets twice a month, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.
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The Measure E Oversight Committee’s purpose is to assist the City Council in taking public input and review staff recommendations on the expenditure of funds derived from the local sales tax imposed pursuant to Measure E. The Measure E Committee meets the third month of each quarter (March, June, September, December), plus January on the third Tuesday of the chosen month at 5:30 p.m.
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If you are interested in applying, you can pick up an application at the Chamber office, City Hall, or on
the City's website: www.friendlyfortuna.com.
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This month's Chamber mixer will be at HealthSPORT Fortuna on Wednesday the 20th at 5:30pm. Enjoy food from @cleanqueenmealprep, and libations from @eelriverbrewing, @beverageplus, and @humboldtdistillery. Get your picture taken at the Forget-Me-Not Photo Booth and shop post workout fashions from Blue Ox Boutique. All Fortuna Chamber Members and their guests are warmly invited to attend! We'll have the usual door prizes, 50-50 raffle, and open mic announcements (bring your dollars!).
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We're all about River Otters at today's meeting.
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Our guest speaker will be Jeff Black from Humboldt State's Department of Wildlife. The North Coast Otter Art Project is a public arts initiative that will commission 100 unique pieces of Otter Art to be displayed at businesses, galleries, schools, and other North Coast locations. Participating artists will decorate three-foot-tall otter sculptures for a summer 2020 educational art trail throughout Humboldt, Del Norte, and neighboring counties. The Otter Art will then be auctioned to raise funds to support our region’s grassroots watershed projects and HSU student internship opportunities.
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Come meet Jeff and his Otter "Bunty" and learn how you can sponsor and display an Otter at your business.
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The meeting will start at 12:00 p.m. at the Monday Club (610 Main Street). A $15.00 catered lunch (optional) will be provided by C.C. Catering.
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How does one sponsor an otter, and what is the cost? 😎 Couldn’t make the meeting sadly
Recology is hosting a public open house on Sunday, March 17 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. They'll have a pancake breakfast, tours, and activities.
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Stopped by the @mainstreetgiftco and @sweetevergreensigns booth at the Redwood Region Logging Conference. Beautiful afternoon in Eureka.
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