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   September 28 - October 4, 2011        facebook      LinkedIn      Twitter  
                                                                                                          

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Chamber Events 

BizBoosters for the month of September is Grocery Outlet - Milwaukie    

 09/28 Business in the County @  

 

09/30 AM Business Connection Exchange w/Pam Musser, Lia Sophia Jewelry @ Franciscan Spiritual Center

 

09/30 Biz Boosters- Allium Bistro - Happy Hour   

 

10/05 Chamber 101 

 

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 Team Meetings

10/04 Goal 2 Measuring Membership Meeting

 

10/05  Goal 1 Drill Down Team Meeting  

Premier Chair Circle

Cascade Eye Associates

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Clackamas Review

Premier Chair Circle

Rivermark Community Credit Union

Executive Chair Circle

Community Solutions for Clackamas County

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North Clackamas County
Chamber of Commerce

7740 SE Harmony Rd
Milwaukie, Oregon 97222
503-654-7777
info@yourchamber.com
A strong community needs Public Safety Levy

Citing the benefits to community enrichment of the public safety levy passed five years ago, and the desire to continue to support those outcomes, the Chamber Board of Directors voted unanimously to support the Clackamas County Sheriff Public Safety Local Option Levy on the November 8 ballot. The measure renews the expiring public safety levy approved by voters in 2006 and will not increase taxes.
 

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Business in the County Forum Luncheon

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

11:00am - 1:30pm  

Abernethy Center in Oregon City

  

We look forward to seeing you at our annual luncheon as we listen to eight businesses address how they have initiated innovation, partnerships, and new business tools to weather the challenges in these economic times. The Clackamas County Board of County Commissioners will reflect on their issues and respond to how our county will help facilitate success.  Be sure to join us in thanking our presenting sponsor Kaiser Permanente along with media sponsor Clackamas Review and site sponsor  Abernethy Center.  


Be aware there is road construction in the area.
 
 Business After Hours Wednesday, November 2, 2011   
Network with business leaders at showcase -
Willamette View, Wine & Wellness   

 

Willamette ViewLearn about the health benefits of wine and what kind of chocolate is best for you. Join other businesses and leaders in the community at our Business After Hours showcase from 5:00-7:00pm at Willamette View's Wellness Center located at 12705 SE River Road, Milwaukie. Save the date - November 2, 2011.


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Promote YOUR business - promote the community! 

 

Here is an opportunity to market your business to out of town and local customers. Advertise by donating promotional products from your business; for example coupons, key chains, logo pens, calendars or other souvenirs.


Please provide 50 to 100 promotional items to the Chamber office by October 5th. Contact Debra Rose by telephone at 503.654.7777 or email to make delivery arrangements.

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Don't miss your opportunity for one of the best geocaching coins in the area! Click for more information or call Your Chamber at 503.654.7777.
  
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Clackamas County & Clackamas Women's Services Domestic Violence Awareness Month Kick-Off

The event is hosted by the Clackamas County Children, Youth & Families Division and the Family Violence Coordinating Council. A reception will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with music and a BBQ as well as activities to raise awareness about domestic violence and the impacts it has on our community. The event is being held along with downtown Oregon City's First Friday Art Walk, so attendees can feel free to go for a stroll and visit art displays throughout downtown Oregon City before or after the reception and presentation. The event will be held on Friday, October 7, 2011 at 807 Main Street in Oregon City.  A reception with art exhibits will be held from 5:00pm - 8:00pm with public presentations at 6:30pm. 
CCC to host Oregon's first 'Hiring Our Heroes' Job Fair

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce will join area partners in Oregon's first "Hiring Our Heroes" Career and Benefit Fair on Saturday, November 19, at Clackamas Community College (CCC). The fair will offer veterans the opportunity to meet with dozens of military-friendly employers looking to fill current positions. In addition, state and local agencies will be on hand with information for veterans and their families. Representatives from CCC will highlight educational opportunities for veterans looking to enhance their job skills. 
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Community meetings on new vision for Oregon Health Plan

Join the Oregon Health Authority for a community meeting about coming changes to the Oregon Health Plan. Under bipartisan legislation passed earlier this year, state lawmakers set a vision for local Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs) with a goal of better health, better care and lower costs. Come learn more about CCOs and local innovations near you that help point the way. Among meetings throughout  the state will be a meeting in Portland on Monday, October 10, 6-8pm at the University Place Hotel & Conference Center, 310 Lincoln Street. If you have questions please contact Ari Ettinger at the Oregon Health Authority by email or call 503.947.2340 or 877.398.9238. If you are unable to attend a community meeting, click here to provide feedback. Click here for more information or to register for the conference. 
Clackamas County farmers, producers offered survey to enhance agricultural opportunities in region

In order to provide an opportunity for agricultural businesses to share information about their farming operations, any barriers to business growth and their need for resources, Clackamas County has developed a survey tool. This survey can be taken online or upon request, sent in another format. Information derived from this survey will be included in Clackamas County's Agricultural Investment Plan. This Plan focuses on expanding countywide economic growth and also serves not only as a framework for the long-term preservation of the county's rich natural resources, but also as tool for fostering rural revitalization and economic sustainability.
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Damascus meeting and events schedule

Click on the  calendar to view the public meetings and events calendar for the City of Damascus covering the timeframe of September 25 - October 8, 2011. Also, click here to view  their calendar covering the timeframe of October 2 - 15, 2011.    
Horses count in Clackamas County - Take the equine survey

Clackamas County is one of the top 10 horse counties in the country. We know how many horses there are in the county (on the farms that make more than $1000 each year), but that's all we know statistically.

We ask the help of horse owners and horse operations managers in gathering some solid information about the value and impact of the horse industry in the area.  If we can document and recognize the value of the horse industry here, then we can attract more economic development dollars, tourism dollars, grants and other resources, businesses and events to our county's horse community. Complete The Equine Survey online or request a hard copy of the survey from Jennifer Johnson, Oregon Horse Country, by email. 

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"Baltic Sea Stories" among the fall Seasoned Adult Offerings

A travel presentation on a Baltic Sea cruise is just one of the offerings of the Fall 2011 Seasoned Adult Enrichment Program at Clackamas Community College. The Seasoned Adult Enrichment Program (SAEP) provides seniors in the county an educational experience designed and administered by "seasoned adults" in the community. For more information about the program, please contact Jann York at 503.594.0630 or visit the SAEP website.
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Soirée and raffle raise funds

The McLoughlin Memorial Association is hosting two fundraising events - "Dr. John McLoughlin's Soirée" and a raffle for a 2011 Oregon City Woolen Mills Tribute Blanket made by Pendleton Woolen Mills. The "Dr. John McLoughlin's Soirée" will be held on Friday, November 4, 2011, at 7:30 p.m., at the historic Ainsworth House, 19130 Lot Whitcomb Drive, Oregon City.  The event will feature wine tasting, a silent auction, live music, light refreshments, and an opportunity to meet "Dr. McLoughlin" himself!  Tickets for "Dr. John McLoughlin's Soirée" and the raffle are available by calling Tracy Hill at 503.656.5146 or by visiting the Barclay House, 719 Center Street, Oregon City, Wednesday - Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00pm. 
 

Member Profiles

 

Enjoy A STERRY STERRY NIGHT!

Anne-Louise Sterry Italian exuberance meets British understatement in a Cabaret Show of thought provoking, tear jerking, belly laughing storytelling & music with the husband and wife team of chamber member Anne-Louise & her partner Bob Sterry, plus special guest Aunt Lena! The event will be held at the Hipbone Studio, 1847 E. Burnside in Portland on October 1st at 7:30pm and October 2nd at 2:30pm. Visit her website for more information.  
PGE Seminar on the Smart Grid

Portland General Electric This free half-day seminar explores the emerging smart grid and what effect it will have on your operations. Join them in Portland on October 6, 2011 to understand the technology, learn about current PGE programs (Dispatchable Standby Generation & Automated DR) and find out how your company can benefit.  To register for this seminar or others send an email or call 503.464.8020. Click for a complete list of available seminars and webinars. 
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