February 2, 2015

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The River Heights Chamber is looking for a South St. Paul business to Sponsor the State of the City Address

February 19 at 4.p.m.

Council Chambers, South St. Paul City Hall

The sponsor will be recognized on the website event information, in the weekly update and at the live and taped (for replay) address. Sponsorship of this exclusive opportunity is $150. To secure your spot contact [email protected].

In the News...

Join us March 3 for Business Day NOT at the Capitol

By Bill Blazar:
Gov. Mark Dayton has released his budget for the next two years, signaling once again that he has little interest in making progress on Minnesota's competitiveness. The statewide business community needs to send a united message to the governor and legislators: Use the state's projected $1 billion surplus to reduce some of our uncompetitive business taxes. March 3 is the perfect opportunity. Please join the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce and our local chamber partners for our annual Business Day NOT at the Capitol.

There's a twist to our event this year. The State Capitol is under construction, so we are bringing the lawmakers to you. All activities will be at the Crowne Plaza St. Paul - Riverfront. We promise a new format and new opportunities.

Nothing makes a better impression on our elected officials than hearing firsthand from their constituents. Business Day NOT at the Capitol is the perfect venue to learn the latest about issues that affect your bottom line and deliver a personal message to policy decision-makers. Let legislators know how decisions at the Capitol affect your ability to grow in Minnesota and compete in the global economy.

Attend Business Day NOT at the Capitol and send the message: This is not the time to raise taxes again. Use this opportunity to ease some of the cost burdens on employers to best position Minnesota in a changing and growing economy.

As one employer, your voice can be a whisper. Combine it with hundreds of others, and your voice becomes a roar. Your voice makes a difference. We look forward to seeing you March 3.

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Hot Deals

Fix it Before it Breaks!

Quality Auto Care Center is offering an instant $25 rebate on a Drive Belt + Tensioner if you replace them together, before they break! Make your appointment at Quality Auto Care Center in South St. Paul today!

phone: (651) 457-6255

Click here for current Hot Deals and Member-to-Member Deals

Post your business's 'Hot Deal' or "Member-to-Member Discount" on the Chamber's Hot Deals page through your Member Login!

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Scan the QR Code with your smartphone to go directly to the Hot Deals webpage.

Upcoming Events

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Business Owners Workshop Session 3 of 5

Tuesdays from 1/20-2/17 (5 Sessions)

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

River Heights Chamber of Commerce Conference Room

5782 Blackshire Path, IGH

Day 3: Technology Solutions
Technology is the glue that holds a business together. It allows for efficiency, enables access to data for confident decision making, and streamlines communication and collaboration. Improperly implemented technology can quickly become a liability.

This event costs $20 per session or $100 for all 5 sessions. Lunch is provided at each session.

Annual Meeting

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

5:30 p.m.

Southview Country Club, 239 East Mendota Rd, West St. Paul

Join us for an evening of food, drinks and networking while we honor our leaders of 2014, welcome our new Chairman for 2015 and share accomplishments and goals for the Chamber in the New Year! The 2014 Ambassador of the Year, 2015 Business of the Year and the 2014 Forrest Glewwe Visions of Excellence Award will be announced and honored during this event, don't miss it!

Coffee Net @ River Heights Vineyard Church

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

7:30-9:00 a.m.

River Heights Vineyard Church, 6070 Cahill Ave. E., IGH

Sponsored by:

Save the date and book your Trade Show space now!

The Small Business Award Trade Show is held in conjunction with the Small Business Award Luncheon on Thursday April 16th at the Clarion Hotel in South St. Paul.

Trade Show Exhibit:
Half Booth - 4 ft shared table: $50
Full Booth - 8 ft table: $80

Half booths are complimentary for members who joined the River Heights Chamber of Commerce since April 1, 2014 on a first-come, first-serve basis.
New Member Upgrade to Full Booth: 8 ft table: $30

Contact Maggie Doody for more information or to book your trade show booth now!

651-451-2266 ext. 1033 or [email protected]

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Looking Ahead to Members Events

AccessPoint Dental Ribbon Cutting

Come welcome Dentist Nana Yeboah from AccessPoint Dental to the River Heights Chamber by attending their Ribbon Cutting on Thursday February 5th at 4:00pm at 1590 S. Robert Street WSP.

Student Lead Technology Conference

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

April 18, 2015

Who best to teach us technology than our youth? Inver Grove Heights Community Schools will be hosting the annual Student Led Technology Conference on Saturday, April 18 in Inver Grove Middle School from 9:00 am- 12:00 pm. We are interested in understanding what our community would like to learn; you would help us by completing the Super Quick Survey!

If you would prefer a paper survey, please contact Annie at 651-306-7866, or [email protected].

Southview Boulevard and 3rd Avenue Improvement Project

Business Advisory Committee (BAC)

Since the November BAC meeting, the City and County have continued to refine improvement concepts based on public and business input. The project schedule has also been extended and a fourth BAC meeting added to allow opportunities for additional input.

The next BAC meeting will allow businesses an opportunity to review the refined concepts and compare the benefits and trade-offs between each. Please attend the meeting to provide your input!

BAC Meeting #3
Thursday, February 5, 2015 from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Training Room at South St. Paul City Hall
(125 Third Ave N, South St. Paul)

Please contact Deb Griffith, South St. Paul Community Affairs, at (651) 554-3230 or [email protected] with any questions.

Please feel free to contact us for more information at 651-451-2266 or visit the Chamber website and online business directory.

We are happy to help!

Haley Luckraft
Administrative Assistant
River Heights Chamber of Commerce

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