APRIL 3, 2018
FUTURE OF CLICK!
AT CHAMBER LUNCHEON
In January the Tacoma Public Utility Board voted unanimously to explore partnerships with private telecom companies as a fix to the proposed $14.7 million Click! would have received from utility ratepayers.

Hear from Tacoma Public Utilities Chair  Monique Trudnowski   as she discusses the latest news about Click! and the search for a TPU Director.

Find out who will be recognized as the 2018 Tahoma Business Environmental Award designee for their work in implementing work practices illustrating environmental stewardship, such as waste reduction, recycling programs, or energy conservation.


Also hear from  Mike Slevin , Director of Environmental Services for the City of Tacoma, as he discusses latest news in alternative fuel sources.
NOW HIRING
The Business Improvement Area (BIA) provides maintenance, security, and streetscape improvements in an 84-block district of downtown Tacoma. The BIA is currently accepting applications for a Service Technician.


ADVOCATE FOR YOUR BUSINESS IN D.C.
As the Voice for Business, the Chamber works strategically to influence policy at the local, state and federal levels, ensuring the South Sound remains the best place to do business in Washington State.

Join the Chamber for the 33rd annual Washington to Washington DC conference in the nation's capital, which provides local business leaders and civic officials the opportunity to participate in meetings with our Congressional delegation, military officials and federal agency representatives.

LAWMAKERS FREEZE, EXTEND NARROWS TOLL
This past session, the Washington State legislature passed a bill that would freeze Narrows Bridge toll rates, but would also extend the toll length.

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND INNOVATION LIABILITY
America’s thriving technology sector is leading the world in innovation, but emerging technologies face challenging legal hurdles. Reactionary regulations and new avenues for litigation can do potential long-term damage to businesses and the economy.

Join the Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) and the U.S. Chamber Technology Engagement Center (C_TEC) on Wednesday, April 18, in Seattle, WA, as we explore emerging technologies and the impact of liability issues on innovation.

BREWS FOR A BETTER TACOMA
Sit down for a beer (or other beverage) with District 4 Council Member Catherine Ushka  This is the perfect opportunity to have a casual conversation and discuss how to make the South Sound the best place to business in Washington State.

COUNTY LEADERS TO DISCUSS BUSINESS, COMMUNITY ISSUES
Join the Chamber for the 2nd annual Pierce County Outlook luncheon, where Pierce County leaders discuss the outlook for Pierce County in key areas including: public safety and economic & workforce development.

Program includes an address by County Executive  Bruce Dammeier, as well as a panel including Pierce County Sheriff Paul Pastor , JBLM Garrison Commander Colonel Nicole Lucas , Bruce Kendall , Pres & CEO of the Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County, and Port of Tacoma Commissioner Don Meyer

CONNECT WITH A TALENTED WORKFORCE
Camo2Commerce offers several different employment and training programs for transitioning service members and active duty spouses including the WorkEx program. 
 
Veteran friendly companies can apply to host service members and spouses for an 8 week program. A successful WorkEx experience could lead to further support of a compensated, on-the-job training for the service member or spouse. 
 
STATE OF THE CITY
Chamber President &CEO Tom Pierson will serve as master of ceremonies as Mayor Woodards speaks on the theme “Our Tacoma: Our City, Our Success” while reflecting on her first 100 days in office.
PUBLIC OFFICIALS GUIDE
Engage with civic leaders on federal, state, municipal, school districts, and military issues relevant to your business or community. Find the contact information for your public officials in this complimentary Chamber publication.

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