Only $11,000 out of the $100,000 in the “BUY” GIBSON CITY program is left!

As of May 14th there has been $89,100 in Bonus Bucks given out.  The avg. ticket that has been turned in is over $250.  That means this program has the potential to inject well over $350,000 into the local economy.  Check back for future updates.

             Buy Gibson City Program Details

·       Program begins on May 1st, 2012

·       Purchase one item starting May 1^st for at least $106.25 (includes sales tax)

·       Must pay 6.25% sales tax on the item purchased

·       Items excluded – fuel, food, alcohol, gift cards, medicines and medical supplies (these items may be purchased with Gibson Bucks after the initial purchase)

·       Items purchased may not be returned to retailer for refund

·       Take the original sales receipt to Gibson City city hall at 101 E. 8^th St. from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday with a current official photo ID and receive $100.00 in Gibson Bucks (4 - $25.00 coupons)

·       Limit one (1) per household

·       Residency in Gibson City is not a requirement

·        Any item may be purchased with Gibson Bucks, including food, fuel, alcohol, medicine and medical supplies, services, etc.

·       First come, first serve – when the money runs out, the program is over

·       All businesses may participate, but check first

·       Gibson Bucks, under this program, expire September 30, 2012

BUY LOCAL

Opportunities Abound In Gibson City… 

We all face difficulties and challenges, but in every difficulty and challenge lies opportunity. In Gibson City we are constantly looking for opportunities and ways to turn them in to an environment that is beneficial to our families and businesses.

One such opportunity that we are currently working on is partnering with our local school district (GCMS), Parkland Community College, our local businesses and Gibson Chamber of Commerce to take our educational opportunities to the next level. We are working together on efficient ways to help provide our workforce with additional training right here in Gibson City. Our goal is to give our employees the opportunity to acquire additional skills that will benefit our employees and employers alike.

We are also being proactive in other areas. Before breaking ground on our newest residential development we completed a drainage study and implemented a plan that will provide adequate drainage for current and future development. And we’re not stopping there. Our infrastructure is very important to us and we have current and long term plans that will improve and expand our roads, water and sewage systems now and well into the future.Keeping our taxes low and spending taxpayer money wisely is yet another example of what we’re doing in Gibson City. We believe that it is our duty. We also believe that you should keep as much of your hard-earned money as possible while still providing quality city services that are expected.

These are just several opportunities that we’re taking advantage of and there’s many more to numerous to mention.

In Gibson City, we have an educational system that is second to none and our hospital is constantly expanding their campus and services to provide local, first-class healthcare for old and young alike. You will be impressed with our eighteen-hole, championship golf course and clubhouse and you’ll be amazed with our many restaurants and businesses. We even have a drive-in.

If you’re looking for a place to work, start or relocate a business, raise a family or retire, look no further – Gibson City is the place. Give us a call, we’d like to visit with you.There are many reasons to come to Gibson City and we welcome you to come explore and participate in the numerous benefits that we have to offer.

Dan Dickey - Mayor