There will be extensive discussion about a possible brand and making economic development improvements throughout the region when the Leaders Retreat is held in Overland Park next week.

Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce board member Judd Liebau offered that view ahead of the event which is being sponsored by the Chambers in Junction City, Manhattan, and Wamego.

“The main topic in the last couple retreats has been regional economic development, how do we make it happen? We identified several issues that need to be discussed and addressed.  And then, the last thing that we talk about is how do we execute on that. How can we actually develop a plan, perhaps a formal entity to make it work?”

The Retreat is Jan. 16-17 . You can register at the Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce Office.

Chamber officials are urging Junction City residents to register. Right now only 31 people from Junction City have signed up to attend.