Our Maine Street's Aroostook Issue 12 : Spring 2012 | Page 76

Chamber Honors Outstanding Business
and Citizens in Central Aroostook
The annual dinner for the Central Aroostook Chamber
of Commerce (formerly the Presque Isle Area Chamber of
Commerce) is always an exciting time. It’s a chance to get
dressed up and have a fun night out, mingling with friends
and colleagues and networking with prospective new ones.
Most importantly, it is the opportunity to celebrate the
achievements of some special people in our community.
Never was that more true than this year during the
annual dinner held in January. The recipients are all outstanding examples of individuals who through their generous spirits have impacted and improved the lives of many
in Central Aroostook County and beyond. These awards
are made possible through the sponsorship of Presque Isle’s
Rotary, Kiwanis and Elks Clubs.
Business of the Year
Clukey’s Auto Supply
The Clukey family
has been providing service
in the automotive field
since 1984 to the citizens
of Aroostook County.
In 2011, Tom and Gail
Clukey purchased additional property on Main
Tom and Gail Clukey accept their
Street and renovated their
award from Jim McKenney (center).
entire property, improving
photo courtesy of Star Herald
the physical appearance
of the corner of Main & Park Streets, adding display area to
their store and increasing employment. This expansion and
refurbishing has added to the vitality of downtown Presque
Isle. The Clukeys have also b Y[