Council renews two‑year marketing and tourism agreement with Rose Chamber; funding increased by $10,000

The Groves City Council approved a two‑year marketing and tourism agreement with the Rose Chamber of Commerce and Tourism on July 28, increasing the city’s contribution by $10,000 for the two‑year term.

City staff said the proposed agreement is essentially the same as the prior contract but adds $10,000 overall, increases quarterly payments by $2,500 and raises the Chamber’s insurance requirements to reflect current premiums. “The maintenance…previously was $5,000 that went to the beautification committee,” a staff member said, explaining the city will move that funding to the chamber and add $5,000 to recognize higher utilities and insurance costs.

Lincoln (staff member) and Chamber representatives described new tourism activities including maps, signage and seasonal materials; staff said some recurring items such as Christmas decorations will be ordered and covered under the agreement. Council member Mark (asked) confirmed the contract is for two years and staff said the city will reevaluate the funding after the term.

The motion to approve the agreement passed on a roll‑call vote with Mayor Chris Moore and council members recorded as voting aye.