AT&T Brings Sunshine to Weed & Seed Program
As grant funding for the Weed & Seed program clouded over, AT&T stepped in with some sunny news for community leaders and volunteers who are working to revitalize part of Decatur's inner city. AT&T representative Vince Apruzzese presented the Weed & Seed program with a $1,000 check on behalf of AT&T at the organization's June meeting. This generous donation helps offset the program's dramatic loss of grant funding this year.
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Legislative Update: SB 43 Prevailing Wages for TIF Districts and Enterprise Zones
Thanks to all of those who called their legislators regarding Senate Bill 43, which would require businesses located in Enterprise Zones and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts to pay prevailing wages for construction and maintenance work. The voice of business came through loud and clear, as evidenced by the following letter from State Representative Bob Flider:
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Chamber Benefit Spotlight: Spread the Word!
Communication is central to business success. This week's benefit spotlight features all of the ways the Chamber helps members communicate information about their businesses to other businesses and to the community at large.
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