Is everyone in the spirit of the Chucks?

Michelle Lake did a great job of painting the front door at the Community Services Centre where the Chamber office is located. Carley and Kathy also decorated the front foyer in a western theme. Stop by and have a look. Although the Chamber isn't entered to win any prizes, our president, Kevin Lundell, will be one of the judges when the NewCap crew hit the streets on Thursday afternoon to inspect all of the artwork and decorating that businesses have had some fun with. Thanks to all of the businesses who participated in decorating their businesses to welcome the hundreds of drivers, families and fans to town for the CPCA finals.

This fall the Chamber will be considering how we can keep the conversation going following the visit from the Premiers Council on the Economy in Alberta. There are copies of the executive summary available at the office and we would be interested in hearing from you if you might be interested in looking at the recommendations of the Premiers Council members. A copy of the full report can also be found on the government website.

The Chamber has two committees that assist the Board of Directors in their work.  The Political Action committee is responsible for community scans to determine what the most pressing issues are facing businesses in Lloydminster and then bringing those issues to the table for discussion and possible action in the form of a formal policy resolution. The issues  might be municipal, provincial or national in nature. Our Chamber has been quite successful when our voice is joined with other Chambers across the provinces and the nation in having governments listen to our suggestions and recommendatons.

The second committee is the Membership Relations committee. This committee reviews the various programs, activities and events of the Chamber, recommends suggestions for change or ugrade and introduces ideas for new events. Both of these committees meet monthly at noon hour and in addition to doing important work for the Chamber and the business community, they have lots of fun. It is a great way to get to know your fellow business person, and a way to have a voice with your local Chamber. If you have lived in Lloydminster for one year and if you are interested in becoming involved in either of these committees, please give me a call at the Chamber office and we can begin the approval process.

Another way that you can be involved with your Chamber on an ad hoc basis is as an event volunteer. The annual trade show is fast approaching in November and volunteers are always needed to assist with this event. Again, call the Chamber office if you would like to participate in this interesting and fun volunteer opportunity.

The City of Lloydminster, the owner of the  Community Services Centre, has approved some upgrades to the Centre. The board room has been redecorated, the windows are being sealed and painted and air conditioning installed. These are welcome upgrades and the tennants and user groups of this building are most appreciative.  There are 10 permanent tenants in the building as well as dozens of casual user groups who use the board room or one of the meeting rooms on a regular basis. The Chamber manages the rental of the meeting rooms under a contract with the City of Lloydminster.

Perhaps I will see you at the Chucks this week or at the Nine & Dine next week.

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Until next time..........                                                                                                             
Pat