Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bundle-Up Plan?
"Bundle Up" offers eight different levels to choose from, with each level clearly identifying the products and services it offers. Each increase in level provides more benefits and is a better value than purchasing them separately. The Bundle-Up program gives you the member control and choices on the level of membership that you want. 

Is there a minimum level at which my business must join?
Yes. There are recommended levels for businesses/organizations that are set by full-time equivalent employee numbers:

  • Businesses with 1 to 10 employees enter as Supporter Level.
  • Businesses with 11 to 30 employees enter as Partner Level.
  • Businesses with 31 to 100 employees enter as Advocate Level.
  • Businesses with 101 to 300 employees enter as Premier Level.
  • Businesses with 301 to 599 employees enter as Executive Premier Level.
  • Businesses with 600+ employees enter as Chairman's Circle


I am retired and would like to be a Chamber member. Is there an Associate Membership?
Yes. A non-business individual associate membership is available for members who do not conduct business activities. It is typically used by residents who want to volunteer for the Chamber. The associate membership rate is $115. 


I am with education, government or a place of worship. Do you have a special rate for these categories?
Yes. Education, Government and Places of Worship meeting IRS status criteria have a special rate of $185. The other tiers are available at the regular rate or purchase other services a la carte. 


I have several business locations. What are my options? Are there criteria to meet to buy additional locations a la carte?
Depending on the investment your business wants to make with the Chamber, you can invest in a tier that includes the number of locations you have. For example, if you sign-up at a Partner Level member at $710, your membership includes two additional locations. If you have more than one additional location you can upgrade to a higher tier or buy additional locations a la carte. Multiple Business Definition and Fees: A Chamber member who owns 50 percent or more of more than one business entity is considered to be a multiple business owner. To be considered for multiple business locations the largest business must first be a member and their additional businesses can be listed if they bundle into a level that includes multiple businesses. If you have more than one additional location you can upgrade to a higher tier or buy additional locations a la carte. 


Do additional locations receive a membership discount?
Yes. The membership dues for additional locations meeting the above criteria are $180 instead of $375 for the Believer Level tier. Higher tiers of membership are available at regular rates for additional locations. 


Are the individual programs and services available a la carte?
Even though most of the programs and services are available a la carte, in most cases it would be more cost effective for a member to consider upgrading to a higher tier and receive the program sought after, as well as additional services. Click here to view our a la carte list. 


Is it true that my membership includes sponsorship credit to be used toward a menu of sponsorship opportunities?
Yes. For members of the Partner level tier or above a portion of your membership is allocated to sponsorship. You may choose which sponsorship opportunities listed that meet your marketing and public relations needs. 


What portion of my membership can I use toward sponsorship?
The sponsorship credit applies as follows: Partner Level, $710; Advocate Level, $1,050; Premier Level, $1,900; Executive Premier Level, $3,150; Chairman's Circle: $5,250. Sponsorship credit is an integral part of the tiered dues at these levels, thus it is non-refundable and non-transferable. There is no exclusivity for any sponsorship. 


What is the best time of the year for me to upgrade my membership? Can I use part of my current membership investment to pay for my upgrade?
If you are a new member: After your joined date, there is a grace period of 60 days during which you can upgrade and pay only the difference between your new tier and your current tier. For example, if you join as a Supporter Level ($500 tier) and you want to upgrade to a Partner Level ($710 tier), you will pay $710 minus $500 or $210 more to be a Partner Level member, if you upgrade during the grace period. After the grace period you will be paying the full amount of your new tier. If you are a current member: Anytime during the year is a good time for you to upgrade. You will be paying the difference between your new tier and the unused portion of your current tier. For example, if you are a Supporter Level ($500 tier) with a renewal date of October 1 and on January 1 you decide to upgrade to a Partner Level ($710 tier), you will pay $710 minus the part of the $500 you did not use. You used your membership from October 1 to December 31 (3 months): $500 divided by 12 months equals $41.67, multiplied by the number of months used (3 months) equals $125.01. The $125.01 represents the used portion of your membership. $500 minus $125.01 equals $375.99, which represents the unused portion of your membership. So, you would be paying your new tier amount ($710) minus the unused portion of your membership ($375.99) or $334.01 to become a Partner Level member. 


Will my renewal date change if I upgrade?
Yes. Your renewal date will change to the date you upgraded your membership. For example, if you joined in January as a Supporter Level member and you decide in June to upgrade to a Partner Level member, you will be billed the Partner Level rate in June of each subsequent year. Please note that your tiered membership investment is paid upfront and is non-refundable and non-transferable. 

 

 

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