Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Newsletter July Edition | Page 2

Important Membership and Dues Changes are coming in July
The Board of Directors of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce have approved a new dues structure that
we believe provides better value for our members, especially those who are mid to large employers. A
description of the revised dues levels is included below.
The revised dues structure will be effective for new members and renewals beginning August 1,
2019. However, all current Chamber members have the option to convert their membership to the new
dues levels anytime after August 1 to take advantage of the revised structure. As an example, if you are
midway through your membership year, you can apply 50% of your paid dues toward the remaining six
months of membership in the revised structure.
Under the current dues structure, members pay a basic annual fee based on their number of
employees, and then have the option of paying additionally for corporate sponsorship opportunities.
Corporate sponsorships provide services, event participation and sponsorship opportunities at a reduced
package rate. This change is being made in recognition that basic membership for some of our larger
employers cost the equivalent of a gold level corporate sponsorship, but without the benefits of corporate
sponsorship.
It is our hope that large employers will not reduce their investment in the Chamber, but instead will
become silver, gold or platinum members, receiving additional benefits and recognition with little or no
additional investment.
If you have any questions, or would like to visit with a member services representative regarding
this change and the opportunities it presents, please do not hesitate to call (608 269-4123).