AUGUST 2026
NEWSLETTER ISSUE 6
FROM THE BOARD
Strong communication is the backbone of any organization. That’s why we launched the Chamber Text Program designed to make staying informed easier than ever. Text messages are fast, reliable, and accessible to nearly everyone. By opting in, you ensure you never miss important meeting and event reminders, membership renewal notices and important announcement from the board.
This program is completely voluntary, and you can opt out at any time. But choosing to participate strengthens our communication network and helps us serve our members better. If you haven’t signed up yet, we encourage you to take a moment to opt in. Opt-in reminders will be sent again in late July.
BREAKING NEWS
Metamora will host Road to the Rhine - Where Heroes Fell, a WWII Historical Reenactment, May 21-23, 2027. The Chamber and the Village are honored to bring this amazing event to our community.
Our local businesses will be contacted over the next few weeks to learn how they can be a part of this event.
Follow the Chamber and Village Facebook pages and newsletters for more information.
SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY
We began another year of our Student Awards Program with Party in the Park in the books.
Upcoming events to earn volunteer hours are:
August 7: CWV Post 306 Mexican FiestaSeptember 13: Planter Flower ChangeTBD in October: Fall Clean Up DayNovember 27: Planter Flower Change Day
For more information, please visit our website or email the chamber.
SUMMER MEETING
Our summer picnic meeting was held at the park on July 15. The topic of the meeting was the potential elimination of property taxes.
Thank you to Brett Kolb, Fulton County Auditor and Brian Carroll, Evergreen Schools Treasurer, for the information they shared.
Did you know that 100% of your property taxes stay right here in Fulton County? They do not go to Columbus. The state does not get a share.
Did you know that your property taxes support our fire department and other emergency services?
Did you know that your property taxes account for 1/3 of our school’s income?
Did you know that your property taxes support our library?
Did you know that your property taxes support dozens of other health and humanservices offered here in Fulton County?
Did you know that your property taxes help keep our roads repaired and paved?
Did you know that without property taxes, all the above services would be in jeopardy?
We can pretty much agree that no one likes to pay property taxes. And while some strict reform of our property tax laws is desperately needed, elimination is not the answer.
There was some great information provided at the meeting. It has been posted on our website along with the meeting minutes. Please take a look!
SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY
C.A.S.T. (Caring and Sharing Together) is the local food pantry serving the Evergreen School District. Just as we have been hearing through social media, food banks are struggling to keep up with the increased demand; C.A.S.T. is no different. Although C.A.S.T.'s 501(C)(3) allows them to utilize local food banks (Toledo Northwest and Seagate), there are many items not available to them.
At this time, C.A.S.T. is in most need of canned meats: Chicken, Beef, Spam, Corned Beef Hash. No Tuna fish, they receive this from other area foodbanks.
The Methodist Church holds the 501(C)(3) so the finances for C.A.S.T. all run through the church. If anyone wishes to make a cash donation, checks are made payable to Metamora United Methodist Church with C.A.S.T. noted in the memo.
Donations can be dropped at the Metamora State Bank or the Evergreen Community Library during their regular business hours.
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
The Energy Savers Roofs Plus More is a locally owned and operated home improvement company proudly serving homeowners throughout Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. We specialize in roofing, replacement windows, siding, gutters, gutter protection, attic insulation, foundation repair, and closed-cell spray foam insulation for pole barns, including both walls and ceilings. Our goal is simple: provide quality craftsmanship, honest service, and dependable products that homeowners can trust for years to come.
What sets us apart is our commitment to helping families make their homes more comfortable and energy efficient. We are proud to be the only company serving Ohio and Michigan that offers a written Guaranteed Energy Savings Program on qualifying insulation projects. Whether we’re improving a home’s attic insulation or insulating a pole barn with high-performance closed-cell spray foam, our focus is on increasing comfort, improving energy efficiency, and reducing heating and cooling costs. Every project is completed with professionalism, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. At The Energy Savers Roofs Plus More, we believe in treating every customer’s home or building as if it were our own.
We appreciate the opportunity to be part of the Metamora Chamber of Commerce and look forward to serving our community for many years to come.
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Join Bank 419 and the Metamora Area Historical Society for a FREE Community America’s 250th Birthday Celebration! August 15th from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Heritage House at 343 West Main Street, Metamora.
Historical House Tours with Local History Exhibits
Remember Metamora’s Chautauqua Tent Exhibit
FREE soft ice cream, iced tea, lemonade and water
Tribute Exhibit to local musician, Bill Champion with music by his famous “Buffalo Swing Band”
Exhibit of a 48-Star American Flag
See the original Metamora School Bell from 1932
Tables to play checkers, card games and more
Croquet, corn hole & other lawn games
Raffle Prizes
Donations welcome for local history preservation
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
August 7: CWV Post 306 Mexican Fiesta
August 15: Metamora Area Historical Society America’s 250th Celebration
August 19: C.A.S.T. Distribution
September 4-10: Fulton County Fair
September 12: Metamora Area Historical Society Ohio’s Open Door Tour
September 16: C.A.S.T. Distribution
September 19: Village of Metamora Fall Curbside Pick-Up
September 25: Village of Metamora Arbor Day Celebration
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MISSION
The Metamora Chamber of Commerce has a mission to improve and grow the community by pulling together the local business owners and residents with the intent to develop economic growth to create a better work and living environment.
To become a member, renew your membership or other questions contact us at:
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