 ECONOMIC
& RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
To support economic development
and community infrastructure to ensure a stable economy with year-round employment;
to promote a healthy business climate; advocating for new economic growth and
development in all industry sectors.
2007
Committee Chair: Leigh Gerber
Committee
Calendar: Meets the 3rd Tuesday every month at 12:00 pm in the Chamber conference
room. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
EVENTS
Organize
the Chamber’s annul fund-raising event, the Enchanted Forest Auction and
Dance, and the annual July Fourth Parade for the community to enjoy.
2007 Committee Chair:
Kim Glisson
Committee
Calendar: Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1:00 pm in the Chamber conference
room. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
MEMBER
SERVICES COMMITTEE
To build a stronger Chamber of Commerce
for the business community by strengthening our Chamber rolls through increased
membership as well as present educational forums. To reach out to the membership
and encourage active participation and endorsement of the Chamber Mission, Vision
and Goals. 2007
Committee Chair: Renee Schofield
Committee
Calendar: Meets the 4th Friday of the Month at 12:00 pm in the Chamber conference
room. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NOMINATIONS,
ELECTIONS & AWARDS
Nominate candidates and officers
for Board of Directors, process elections and provide recognition to outstanding
individuals and organizations in our community. 2007
Committee Chair: Joe Johnston
Committee
Calendar: As announced, during election and event cycles. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TRANSPORTATION
Monitor
and make recommendations on transportation issues that affect our community. This
committee carefully follows the Third Avenue Project, Gravina Island access, Borough
Bus, Shelter Cove Road, the safety of local traffic crossings, and other pertinent
issues. 2007
Committee Chair: Dick Coose
Committee
Calendar: Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 12:00 pm in the Landing Board Room
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WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT & EDUCATION
Strengthen understanding and
cooperation between adult and youth educational institutions and the business
community. The committee administers the Jack McBride Memorial Scholarship Fund,
grades job applications, and annually present Youth Recognition Awards. Local
Community Mentoring Programs 2007
Committee Chair: Miguel Torres Co-Chair: Terrence Robbins
Committee
Calendar: Meets the 4th Friday of each month 12:00 pm in the Landing Board Room
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