Government Relations
Serving the business community in public policy matters
The Government Relations Committee meets on the last Friday of each month at 8:30 am in the Chamber conference room
Purpose
To serve as the voice of the business community in matters of public policy
Action Items
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To ensure that government bodies serve the High Country’s business community’s best interests.
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To participate in local governmental meetings, committees, and commissions which impact the local business community.
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To inform and educate on policy issues which impact small business success.
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To work with local Military Veteran's organizations on partnerships and projects that can benefit the business community.
Accomplishments
- Organize “Meet the Candidates” forums for local, State, and Federal candidates as appropriate.
- Monitor proposed legislation which may impact the local business community and recommend policy positions to the Chamber Board of Directors.
- Administer the Hands of Hospitality Program sponsored by the Town of Boone addressing important town issues and programs.
- Schedule Town Hall meetings on various issues concerning the business community when needed.
- Support the Military Officer's Association of America High Country Chapter's efforts to establish a Watauga County Veteran's Memorial in Downtown Boone.
