About Us
We are a consortium of local businesses that believe that healthy businesses create a healthy borough
We have been in existence for more than 50 years
We are a non profit corporation of the state of Pennsylvania
Our Members are small retail stores, restaurants, financial institutions, local media, utilities, attractions, service providers, and accommodations.
the orginization is governed by a board of 9 directors
Board Meetings are on the second Friday of every month at 8:00am and are open to the membership
Member Benefits
Communication
GARMA is represented at: Borough Council Meetings, Borough parking and saftey meetings, and Main Street of Gettysburg.
Garma hotline informs of shoplifters or emergencies.
Monthly Board Meeting mintues sent.
Community Service
Provide insurance umbrella for co-sponsered events.
Provides Santa's Shanty
Includes Santa in parade
Hiring of Santa, placement and storage of shanty, and provides santa suit.
Advertising of shanty hours
GARMA member provides treat for children
Purchase, store, maintain, and help install Borough Christmas decorations.
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Support Local Efforts
Christmas Parade
Main Street of Gettysburg
Boy Scout Troops
Chamber of Commerce
Gettysburg Convention & Visitors Bureau
Submit requests to Borough for seasonal & special events
Free Parking during Christmas season (selected Areas)
Decorate meters with free parking information
Antique shows
Advertising
Advertise Santa Shanty hours
Advertising for special events and promotions
Group advertising opportunities available (handled individually)
Twitter, Facebook, and Constant Contact
Listed in CVB's Attractions & Visitors Guide as well as Dining Guide
Ad in Majestic Playbill
Monthly Column in Chamber Chat (Chamber of Commerce Newsletter)
Board Members
President Leonard Loski
Vice President Jennifer Millheim
Treasurer John Angstadt
Board Members Ron Routson, Walt Tuchalski, Ruth Dunlap
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