We sat down recently with Katrina Meigs, executive director of the new St. Johnsbury Chamber of Commerce, and asked her to fill us in about the changes taking place there...
Q. In January, your organization, St. J. Works, officially changed its name to the “St. Johnsbury Chamber of Commerce.” What was the reason for the name change?
A. There are two reasons. The first is that we wanted to change our name to one that clearly defines our mission. We were already doing everything that a local chamber of commerce does. The name “St. Johnsbury Chamber of Commerce” clearly shows what our purpose is. Second, there was some confusion about our previous name, St. J. Works. I would routinely get phone calls from people who were trying to reach the town’s Public Works department!
Q. Are you still focused on downtown St. Johnsbury?
A. Yes. Our mission will remain the same. We still will focus on downtown St. Johnsbury revitalization. We will also include other businesses in and around St. Johnsbury that downtown revitalization will help.
Q. Who is eligible to join the St. Johnsbury Chamber of Commerce?
A. Anyone can join the St. Johnsbury Chamber of Commerce, from individuals or families to businesses to platinum business sponsors.
Q. Will you be offering different services now that you are a Chamber of Commerce?
A. Not for 2010. But as we go through 2010, we will be evaluating additional services that may benefit our members in upcoming years.
Q. Anything else people should know about the St. Johnsbury Chamber of Commerce?
A. We want to be viewed as an advocate for revitalizing St. Johnsbury. In 2010 we are hoping to recruit volunteers to join us. Please call 748-7121 if you are interested in volunteering to help the St. Johnsbury Chamber of Commerce.

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