The Clinton Chamber of Commerce annual business expo saw a lower turnout and lower participation this year.

While that's the admission of Executive Director Janice Peterson, she believes there are things they can do next year to rebound and return the expo to the great event it was for many years.

According to Peterson, the survey they send out that follows up the expo with the exhibitors is asking for the time to be scaled back more. This year the Chamber scaled back the length of the expo by 30 minutes. Peterson also heard positive things from exhibitors.

The public also suggested the Chamber offer some sort of food or concession at future expos. She thought that was a good suggestion.

She anticipates changes for next year and hopes to see more participation from both exhibitors and the community.