Keizer council approves funding to Chamber for tourism marketing

Council approves reduced Chamber funding

Mayor Marlin Seeman cast the deciding vote Tuesday to authorize a $5,000 dues payment to the Aurora Chamber of Commerce as the city council considered denying the $7,500 request before eventually approving a reduced amount.

Keizer council approves funding to Chamber for tourism marketing

The Keizer Chamber of Commerce is poised to receive up to $50,000 from the city to cover overhead costs and marketing to connect visitors with local businesses.  A key component of the plan is steering those attending sports tournaments to local businesses, achieved in part through a tournament guide providing discounts at local businesses and recommendations for restaurants, lodging and activities. The chamber expects to launch a revamped websi…