Council Update: February 2026
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Cottage Grove annual community showcase event
Support for local businesses and the Chamber of Commerce
Vendor and sponsor recruitment for community events
Areas of Interest (3)
- Analysis of public-private partnerships between city government and local Chambers of Commerce
- Economic impact of local shop-local campaigns on small business sustainability
- City official's dual role serving on business advocacy board and city council
Notable Quotes (2)
Supporting local businesses is critical to keeping our community strong when we shop local and build relationships with our business community.
Local Business SupportExplaining the importance of the community showcase.
If you're interested, you can reach out to Lori Lavine of the Cottage Grove Chamber. And I know this opportunity is open one week until the event begins.
Vendor RecruitmentCall to action for event vendors.
People (3)
Mon'nique GarzaCouncil MemberDiscusses upcoming community showcase and local business engagement
1 quote
Discusses upcoming community showcase and local business engagement
“The community showcase brings together local businesses, nonprofits, service organizations, and community groups all under one roof.”
Describing the scope of the annual community showcase.
PhilHostFacilitating the council update interview
Facilitating the council update interview
Lori LavineChamber StaffPoint of contact for prospective vendors and sponsors
Point of contact for prospective vendors and sponsors
Places Mentioned
Cottage GrovePark High School Activity Center
Events & Meetings (1)
- Saturday, April 25th, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Park High School