... a progressive and growing community located in the heart of central Wisconsin, ready to meet the challenges of today and honoring our heritage. The friendly members of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce invite you to look us over.
Abbotsford — Home of the Christmas Parade
At 7:30 p.m. on the first Saturday in December, Abbotsford becomes "Storybook Land" as the annual Christmas parade unfolds on Main Street. The night time parade features favorite cartoon, fantasy and storybook characters, lighted floats, clowns, and Puff The Magic Dragon. Hundreds of volunteers are needed to carry off this event and the entire community gets involved in one way or the other.
The parade is supported entirely by donations from the community and does not allow commercialization to detract from this Christmas "gift" to everyone in the Central Wisconsin area. Despite the sometimes freezing weather, the parade draws thousands of spectators annually.
City Beautification Project
The Chamber of Commerce contributed $500 of funds to the City of Abbotsford for the City Beautification project. This project began in 2003 with placing hanging flowers, whiskey barrels of flowers, and new City banners throughout the city. The first year of this project was a huge success and the City is excited to continue this project. The City has budgeted $2,000 of funds toward this project and is looking for the community to share in the cost of beautifying the City. Donations can be made to the City of Abbotsford. All donations to the City of Abbotsford are tax deductible.
We have a lot to offer...Over 130 businesses provide a wide variety of services and employment opportunities. The school district offers a well-balanced curriculum with modern classrooms and technical facilities. We have a library, bowling center, softball and baseball diamonds, parks, movie theater, restaurants, golf driving range, swimming pool, and tennis courts within the city and other recreational opportunities nearby.
And we're ready...The recently completed four-lane Hwy. 29 has opened up a whole new challenge for the community. We welcome the new business it has created and look forward to growing with the opportunities it presents.
Enjoy...We hope you will find time to explore our community and discover it's treasures, from antique shops to industry, you can find it in Abbotsford.
Government: The city hall is located at 203 N. First St. The brand new City Hall houses the City Clerk's office and the Public Library. The Police Department, Fire Department, and Ambulance service are awaiting the reconstruction of their new building during the summer of 2009. Emergency services are provided by volunteer fire and ambulance departments. The city shares a police department with the City of Colby and has 24 hour service. The city is located in Marathon and Clark Counties with Hwy. 13 being the dividing line.
Medical Facilities: Marshfield Clinic branch is located in Colby, 2 miles south on Hwy. 13. Saint Joseph's Hospital is located in Marshfield, 20 miles south on Hwy. 13; Medford, 15 miles north on Hwy. 13; and Wausau, 30 miles east on Hwy. 29. Continental Manor Nursing Home, two dental offices, a chiropractor and full-service pharmacy are located within the community.
Churches: Abbotsford Bible Church, 202 S 5th St.; Christ Lutheran Church, 308 W Linden St.; Evangelical Free Church, Bus. Hwy 29 E; First Presbyterian Church, 305 W Elm; Corner Stone Baptist Church, 122 N Second St.; St. Bernard's Catholic Church, 400 N 2nd Ave.
Elderly Services: Nursing home, community-based residential facility, low-income elderly housing, senior citizen meals. Parks picnic running the Jr.-Sr. center; Senior Citizen low-income housing
Businesses: Businesses include grocery, auto parts, jewelry, clothing, shoes, ice cream and cheese, hardware, variety, appliances, pets, an gifts, cars and manufactured homes, banks, gas stations, travel agency, beauty shops, restaurants, funeral home, karate studio, and custom-made draperies.
Recreation: Parks with softball and baseball diamonds, picnic area, shelter houses, and playground; running track, tennis courts and indoor pool in the jr. sr. high school; movie theatre; bowling center; and golf driving range.
Industry: Industrial Parks are home to several growing, businesses and the National Guard Armory. There is land available in the industrial park for new businesses. The Clark County Economic Development Corporation actively works with the city to develop new business prospects. Present industries include a meat processing plant, furniture manufacturer, custom machinery manufacturer for the wood-handling industry, drapery manufacturer, door manufacturer, metal stamping, egg processing plant, cheese processing plant, and wholesale electrical supply.
Organizations: Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club, VFW, Extension Homemakers, Girl & Boy Scouts, PTO, and Abbotsford Community Center. The slogan of Crossroad Communities is "Working together to build a vibrant future for progressive businesses and healthy families." The group has developed the following goals:
- Develop More Family Support
- Encourage More Community Cooperation
- Plan Economic Growth and Support for Our Local Businesses
- Develop City (area-wide) Beautification Plans
- Increase Housing Options and Supply
- Provide an Information Center
- Increase Educational Opportunities
For more information about joining the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce contact City Hall at 715-223-3444.
Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 418
Abbotsford, WI 54405
