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Business Exchange Luncheon -
February 24, 2011
Newcastle Multi Purpose Center
Speaker: Dr. Paulette Jones with MidAmerica Christian University to discuss "How to communicate with your elected officials"
We are looking for nominations for the following:
New, Small & Large Business of the Year, Business Man & Woman of the Year, Heritage Awards, Citizen and Volunteer of the Year
Click here for the nomination form. |
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February 2011
February 21
Presidents Day
February 22
Business Exchange Luncheon
Multi Purpose Ctr./11:45a
February 26
Tri City's Got Talent - Final Showcase
Newcastle Middle School/7pm
February 28
County Commissioners Mtg.
McClain Courthouse/9am
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 Banquet/Auction Task Force - February 24 at the Chamber Office 12:00pmWe will be continuing the finalization of the plans and as well as the collection of unique auction items.
If you are interested in helping with the auction portion of the event, please let us know. We are looking for those who are willing to talk to attendees, encourage bidding and overall NETWORK - NETWORK - NETWORK.
We have a new opportunity associated to the auction, we will be asking for auction monitors. These energetic individuals will help encourage our bidders - you will be our "EGGER ONERS". It is a fun way to interact with the other attendees. For more information, contact us!!!
Auction Items
We are looking for interested parties that would like to donate an item for the auction. You can provide the item of your choice that best represents your business. Do you have a friend that has a side business, maybe they too would be interested in donating an item.
These donations are PERFECT advertising and promotion options. We would also like business cards and/or brochures to be provided with the item for interested attendees. We NEED YOU!!!!. |
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Community Map
We still have space available on the upcoming production of the Community Map. Panels are sold out but business card sizes are still available. You have the option to increase the size should room allow.
The last production of our city map was in 2077 of 5,000 copies which lasted 3 years. This production is for 10,000 copies. THAT IS A HUGE RETURN on your investment
Are your church or restaurant? We have a special sections dedicated to you!
In the restaurant guide, each listing will be by category and will include name, address, phone and hours of operation. We will also include breakfast, lunch or dinner, whatever is applicable.
All this for a cost of $150.00. That breaks down to a minimal of 3 years worth of promotion for $50 per year for one upfront investment.
In the church directory, each lilsting will be category and will include name, address, phone and Sunday and Wednesday services.
All this for a cost of $100.00. That breaks down to a minimal of 3 years worth of promotion for $34 per year for one upfront investment.
Of course, you do have the additional option of purchasing a larger space.
Hurry now, you must act to be listed! |
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City Council Report
Newcastle City Council - fine points
- Red Cedar Village (FKA Newcastle Affordable Housing) PUD approved. Project to focus on housing needs for senior citizens.
- Independence Celebration scheduled for July 2nd.
- Police Station projects proceeding.
- Waterline projects proceeding.
- Looking for 2 new members for the Oversight Committee. Each term is for 5 years and they meet twice a year unless a special meeting is needed.
- Cemetery is progressing, cemetery information management system approved. Database to help with management of sales of lots.
- Approval of Bulk Waste Proposal. Details to follow of designated dates and rules.
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2010 Census Information
The U.S. Census Bureau today released more detailed 2010 Census population totals and demographic characteristics to the governor and leadership of the state legislature in Oklahoma. These data provide the first look at population counts for small areas and race, Hispanic origin, voting age and housing unit data released from the 2010 Census.
The official 2010 Census Redistricting Data Summary File can be used to redraw federal, state and local legislative districts under Public Law 94-171. The census data are used by state officials to realign congressional and state legislative districts in their states, taking into account population shifts since the 2000 Census.
>read more
Blanchard population in the 2000 census was 2,816. According to 2010 census, they now maintain a population of 7,670 which is an increase of 172%.
Newcastle population in the 2000 census was 5,434. According to 2010 census, we maintain a population of 7,685 which is an increase of 41%.
No data was available for Tuttle. |
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US Chamber Updates
- The State of American Business - More Work Needs to be done >read more
- A Plan for Economic Renewal >read more
- State of American Business Outlook 2011. In preparation for the legislative challenges and opportunities in the year ahead, the U.S. Chamber hosted the annual State of American Business. During the address, U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Thomas J. Donohue outlined a four-point plan to put jobless Americans back to work. >read more
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State Chamber Updates
- State Chamber Launches Oklahoma's 2-Minute Business Watch Video - This legislative session, we will film short, informative videos as-needed to keep you up-to-date on the latest business news at the state Capitol. We understand that you are busy, which is why we will keep these videos to a quick 2 minutes and pack as much information in them as we can. We hope that you enjoy this new feature. >click here to view
- #OKJOBS Business Resource For Twitter - The State Chamber of Oklahoma has now added a new tool to help us be your resource for business information this legislative session. We now have a hashtag for our Twitter followers: #OKJOBS. This hashtag is your source for all legislative business news throughout the state's legislative session. We strongly encourage all of our Twitter followers to not only search for your legislative information using #OKJOBS, but to use it on your business or legislative tweets as well.
- Senate Committee Addresses State Board Of Education Authority - In response to the Oklahoma State Board of Education's disapproval of hiring three executive staff members by Dr. Janet Barresi, the newly elected State Superintendent of Public Instruction, the Oklahoma State Senate Education Committee heard and passed SB 718 which would reform the Board's authority and oversight responsibilities. The Board of Education, members of which consist of gubernatorial appointees, has statutory operational oversight over the elected Superintendent. The legislature is considering restricting the powers of this Board.
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Sincerely,
Kim Brown
President
Newcastle Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development
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