U.S. Census forms coming
during March
In March of 2010, census forms will be delivered to every residence in the United States and Puerto Rico. When you receive yours, just answer the 10 short questions and then mail the form back in the postage-paid envelope provided. The information affects the numbers of seats our state occupies in the U.S. House of Representatives. And people from many walks of life use census data to advocate for causes, prevent diseases, research markets, locate pools of skilled workers and more.
When you do the math, it's easy to see what an accurate count of residents can do for our community. Better infrastructure. More services. A brighter tomorrow for everyone. In fact, the information the census collects helps to determine how more than $400 billion dollars of federal funding each year is spent on infrastructure and services like: hospitals, job training centers, schools, senior centers, bridges, tunnels and other-public works projects and emergency services
Participation in the Census isn't just important-it's the responsibility of every American.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVENTS CALENDAR
The Resource Center will host State Comptroller DiNapoli on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at the TRC's Conference Center, located within the agency's Administrative Offices at 200 Dunham Avenue (the former Celoron school), from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m.
DiNapoli's appearance is being sponsored by The Resource Center; TRC Foundation; Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc.; the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce; the Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency; the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County; and the United Way of Northern Chautauqua County.
The event is free, but those planning to attend are asked to register to ensure that enough materials are on hand for everyone. To register or for more information call The Resource Center at 483-2344.
The annual meeting of the Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier is set for March 10 from 6-8 p.m. at Moonbrook Country Club. This year's annual meeting will feature a presentation on health insurance by Tim Godzich, Co-founder of Liazon Benefits Inc. Godzich will give a timely presentation on national reform, consumer driven health care and the new health insurance program of the Chamber of Commerce and Manufacturers Association.
Advance reservations are requested. Call the Chamber of Commerce at 484-1101 or 366-6200 to make your reservation.
On Friday, March 12, the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual State Legislative Breakfast. This event will be held at The Lakewood Rod and Gun Club, 433 East Terrace Avenue in Lakewood. Registration begins at 8 a.m. with the breakfast and presentation at 8:30 a.m. Cost to attend is $15 for members and $20 for non-members.
Senator Cathy Young, Assemblyman Bill Parment and Assemblyman Joe Giglio will be in attendance to address questions and concerns. The focus of the discussion will be on the questions and topics submitted by the audience in advance or at the event.
This year's State Legislative Breakfast event is sponsored by Chautauqua Institution; DFT Communications, Jamestown Community College; Key Bank; Lake Erie Regional Health System; Media One Group (WJTN/WKSN/WHUG/WWSE/ WQFX); Nestle Purina Pet Care; NRG Dunkirk Power; Observer, Serta Mattress; The Post Journal and WCA.
Advance reservations are requested. Call the Chamber of Commerce at 484-1101 or 366-6200 to make your reservation.
The Chamber of Commerce: Looking out for your health insurance needs
In these difficult times, you have to ask yourself, who is really looking out for you? The answer is simple: The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce.
You rely on us to help you navigate these waters with you. And you know that our primary interest is to see that you have solutions that make the best sense for your business, your employees and your own family.
On behalf of our members, the Chamber conducted a thorough analysis of the health insurance options available in WNY. With you in mind, we looked at three key selection criteria: cost, coverage and network availability. The result of these efforts is the Bright Choices program from Liazon that we introduced last fall. This is a program that offers eight (8) diverse medical plans from Univera, multiple dental options from MetLife and vision options from VSP . . . all at extremely competitive price points.
The fact is, the Bright Choices plans give you competitive rates. and you get the best network availability in the Southern Tier.
That's why Bright Choices is our choice for your health plans. Call the Chamber of Commerce today at 484-1101 or 366-6200 to learn more about your health insurance options.
