The Greater Rensselaer Chamber of Commerce closed its downtown office after the building it occupied was sold to Truth Bible Church.
The church purchased the building last fall but allowed the chamber to continue renting the building till spring.
The chamber assures its members and the community that it will continue serving business owners.
“The chamber will continue to provide the same networking opportunities, business support, newsletters and community-focused events,” according to a post on the chamber's Facebook page.
The notice also assured the community that chamber leaders will continue to visit businesses. The chamber provides the following services, according to its website:
- Community shred day
- Golf outings
- Ribbon cuttings
- Christmas parade
- Welcome bags for new residents
- Kids night at the farmer's market
- Seasonal promotions by retailers
- Civic awards and celebrations
- Networking luncheons
- Business after hours
- Email connection with members
- Member referrals
- Website opportunities
- Social media opportunities
- Discounted marketing and advertisements
Upcoming events include the Rensselaer Chamber Golf Outing on May 16 at the Curtis Creek Golf Club, 5385 County Road 1080 W, Rensselaer.
