Pulaski County Growth Alliance

10/16/2025

On Wednesday, October 15th, the PCGA held its monthly meeting. Our Business Spotlight this month was Tier Financial. Tierra Harrell came and shared about her business and financial educational opportunities, including a children's book she authored.

Our program this month was on Law Enforcement. Sheriff Stacy Ball and Dan Cordova, Waynesville PD Chief, spoke about crime and drug trends in the area. Drug overdoses are down due to fentanyl but they are still occurring and all drug crimes are being sought after. They urge the public to take precautions such as being aware of your surroundings, lock your homes, leave porch lights on at night, don't leave keys and valuables in vehicles and lock your vehicles in public and when in your driveway. These actions can help prevent thefts and break-ins.

Additionally, Dan Cordova announced his upcoming retirement.

Next month's meeting is scheduled on November 19th at 9am at the St. Robert Municipal Center in the Council Chambers. All are well welcome to attend.

08/28/2025

Don’t forget, applications are due tomorrow @ 5pm!

08/26/2025

08/20/2025

This morning we held our monthly meeting and heard from Mike Dunbar from Security Bank and Travin Shelton from Bank of Missouri on current banking and financial trends. Route 66 Taco & Wing Co. / The Hen House was recognized as the Business of the Month from the city of St. Robert.

Pictured is Mike Dunbar with Route 66 Taco & Wing Co / Hen House owners, Steve Leonard & John Randals. Thank you for delicious food and for giving back to this community!

07/16/2025

The Pulaski County Growth Alliance met this morning. Our guest speakers were from CASA of South Central MO. They shared of the need of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Volunteers and about their upcoming fundraiser, Light the Night. Consider becoming a volunteer or supporting their fundraisers in some way.

Our Business of the Month was Westside Salon and Boutique of Waynesville, Owner- Melissa Sheldon. Her business is celebrating 20 years this year and is continuing to grow! Go by and see her to shop or for a new hair-do!

07/12/2025

📢 Attention Pulaski County Small Business Owners!

The Pulaski County Growth Alliance is now accepting applications for the 2025 Small Business Community Impact Grant!

💼 Grant Amount: $500
🗓 Application Deadline: August 29, 2025, at 5:00 PM
📬 Submit to: [email protected]

To qualify, your business must:
✔️ Be legally registered and located in Pulaski County, MO
✔️ Have 10 or fewer employees
✔️ Have been in operation for at least 6 months
✔️ Demonstrate community involvement
❌ Not be a nonprofit, school, government agency, or cannabis-related business

This is a great opportunity to receive support for your ongoing efforts to make a positive impact in our community.

📄 For more info or help with your application, reach out to:
Anita Ivey – [email protected]
Deborah Decker – [email protected]
Mike Dunbar – [email protected]

Let’s keep building a stronger, more vibrant Pulaski County together!

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City of Dixon, MO Municipal Government
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Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce
Sustainable Ozarks Partnership

07/08/2025

07/08/2025

The Pulaski County Growth Alliance has the goal of growing businesses and helping them succeed! As part of those efforts, we are offering ten, $500 grants to local small businesses. See attached application for details on eligibility and requirements. Please complete the application and return by COB on August 29th! Applications can be downloaded athttps://pulaskicountymo.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/PCGA-Grant-App_2025-1.pdf

05/22/2025

PCGA President Glen Smith presented Preston Kramer MoDOT Central Missouri District Engineer for speaking at the May meeting regarding various projects planned, the recent I-44 study, processes related to selection and ranking of sites, and funding mechanisms.

05/22/2025

PCGA President Glen Smith honored Crosshairs Barbershop, and owner Jay Mitchell, as the business of the month, acknowledging its status as a full-service, veteran-owned and operated barbershop.

05/14/2025

Join us for our May meeting and hear from MODOT on local projects and many more updates from around the community. You don't have to be a member to attend a meeting!