2020-2021 PIERCE COUNTY BUDGET ADOPTED
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The $2.4 billion 2020-2021 biennial budget (
Ordinance 2019-86s
) was unanimously adopted by the Council, making significant investments in public safety, human services and parks. The budget takes effect Jan. 1, 2020, pending signature by the County Executive.
Priorities of both the Council and Executive departments with an emphasis on public safety, human services, parks, economic development and community services.
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*SAVE THE DATE* - 2020 HORIZONS ECONOMIC BREAKFAST
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Join us for this breakfast event where the 2020 annual forecast of the area's economic well-being, the Pierce County Economic Index (PCEI) report is presented. These insights on the local, regional, and national aspects of the economy make this an invaluable event for local businesses who want assistance in determining their business outlook.
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Greater Tacoma Convention Center
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SUPPORT LOCAL PRODUCE DURING THE WINTER MONTHS
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As you prepare and execute your holiday dinner menus this year, consider buying in-season produce and locally raised meats and seafood from local community farmers. It will be just that much easier with this year’s first
Tacoma Farmers Market Winter Markets.
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NO SPEECHES - JUST CONVERSATION
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Meet and mingle with your public officials at a relaxed, informal, and festive gathering. 300+ public officials and business community members with delicious hors d'oeuvres, and live music!
PLUS
Attendees will get private access to the Tacoma Art Museum!
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DIGITAL ADVERTISING MADE EASY FOR ALL CHAMBER MEMBERS
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The Chamber is proud to announce that the partnership with Humming Inc., a Tacoma-based technology company, the Chamber can now offer its members the use of incredible AI-powered software that streamlines the digital advertising process end-to-end for businesses of every size.
A Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber member exclusive!
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CHAMBER ANNOUNCES ELECTION OF 2019-2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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The Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber announces the election of four members of the board of directors to the executive committee.
Leading the executive committee as Chair for the 2019-2020 fiscal year is Clemencia Castro-Woolery. Castro-Woolery is a shareholder and co-founder of Ledger Square Law, P.S. and has served on the Tacoma-Pierce County Board of Directors for six years.
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IMAGINE DESIGNING YOUR DAY JUST THE WAY YOU WANT AND NEED IT TO BE
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Begin your day with an exercise class; grab your shopping list and head out with neighbors on the Bridgeport Place shuttle for an outing or personal errands. After lunch, choose an activity like painting or enjoy one of our great entertainers. Don’t forget your appointment at the salon for a great style and a professional manicure or pedicure. And for the men, a hot towel facial and a nice haircut. After dinner, settle in for a movie night or sit back and relax in your comfortable apartment home with a good book and your favorite music.
Our boutique-style community is a special combination of: personalized services and health care designed to meet the needs – both scheduled and unscheduled - of those who may need help with daily living tasks.
CALL (253) 579-1132 and
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TIS' THE SEASON TO SHOP DOWNTOWN!
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Holiday shopping season is upon us and this year we invite you to gift differently. Explore over 150 local shops, restaurants and other unique businesses at the 4th Annual Downtown Tacoma Holiday Haul Crawl
December 14th
Downtown Tacoma
FREE Street Parking!
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SHOP SMALL ON NOVEMBER 30TH
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This Nov 30, you can be a part of the 10th annual holiday shopping tradition that helps to bring communities together in support of their favorite small businesses. Are you ready to Shop Small® and make a big impact in your community?
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Small to medium-size enterprise exporters tell of their journeys into international markets. The discussion will be moderated by an export services veteran with decades with experience in markets around the world. Come ask your questions, share your stories, and learn from the experiences of others.
Wed. Dec. 4, 3:00-5:00pm
Featured panelist:
- Stephanie Lollar, Lollar Guitars / Lollar Pickups
- James M. Murray, Gem Shavings, LLC
- Perry Preston, Stina’s Cellars
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GET YOUR BUSINESS PLAN IN ACTION
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Have a business idea or want to learn business strategy for your existing creative business? The
Business Planning Cohort
is for entrepreneurs who have an innovative/unique vision and want to be part of Tacoma’s local economic community.
While in the cohort, entrepreneurs are provided with the tools, resources, and support they need to determine the feasibility of their small business or non-profit in Tacoma and develop a business strategy.
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November 28 to November 29 • ALL DAY
Wednesday, December 4 • 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Tuesday, December 10 • 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
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Wednesday, December 11 • 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Friday, December 15 • 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday, December 18 • 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
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TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY CHAMBER
950 PACIFIC AVE TACOMA SUITE 300, 98402
253.627.2175 • INFO@TACOMACHAMBER.ORG
WWW.TACOMACHAMBER.ORG
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