get to know us
Photo Credit: CHC-Photography, Inc.
MISSION
& VISION
OUR MISSION:
Community revitalization through economic and cultural endeavors that builds upon the past and celebrates the present to promote a dynamic and sustainable future.
​
OUR VISION:
The historic downtown welcomes visitors to gather for events and attracts shoppers to explore the variety of businesses.
OUR TEAM
Board of Managers
Tracy Taylor, President
Deana McDonough, Vice President
Alyson Palmer, Treasurer
Mary Jo Fisher
Dave Fletcher
Jordan Hendricks
Jill Kerns
Dave Kuball
Tyson Tanner
​
Committee Chairs
Alyse Hunter, Design Chair
Ray Meyer, Organization Chair
Mariah Pierschbacher, Economic Vitality Chair
Angie Taylor, Promotion Chair
Lyle Asell, Tourism Chair
​
Office Staff
Mackenzie Stites, Executive Director
Presley McCormick, Office Coordinator
strategy
In 2023, Chariton Area Chamber/Main Street completed strategic planning with the assistance of Main Street Iowa. The process engaged board and committee members, city staff, and community partners to identify key priorities and opportunities by drawing on research and analysis using ESRI market data, and through local consumer and business surveys. Click through the report below or download the full report.