THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
 
 
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WELCOME NEW MEMBER
Dominick's Bakery & Cafe
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RENEWED MEMBERS
Thank you for your continued support of the Chamber!
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Extreme Houselifts Inc.
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Johnny's Auto Body
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Margarella Industrial Construction Corp.
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MetroLube, N.Y. Commercial Lubricants Inc.
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NYS Energy Research & Development Authority
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Partnership for New York City
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T & J Hardware, Inc.
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W.H. Roth & Company Inc.
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North Shore Alternatives Analysis
PUBLIC MEETING
THURSDAY, MAY 10, 2012 - 6:30 p.m.
SNUG HARBOR CULTURAL CENTER
Building P, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, New York
Join MTA-NYCT as they share the results of this study.
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Click here to learn more about the Chamber's and Assemblyman Cusick's joint Veterans Discount Program
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Dear E-Weekly Subscriber,
The e-weekly newsletter will now feature articles from Grammar Counts, a program that provides simple business writing seminars for you and your employees. We hope that these short seminars help to equip your employees with writing skills and knowledge that will reflect well on you and your business. "Give your employees the skills they need to put themselves and you in the best possible light." To download lesson forty-four, click here! ____________________ |
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Discount Program
Exclusively for Chamber Members and their Employees!
All employees now have exclusive access to the Working Advantage discount network which allows you to save up to 60% on ticketed events and online shopping. Through Working Advantage you can save on:
Movie Tickets
Theme Parks
Ski Tickets
Broadway Shows
Sporting Events
...and much more!
To subscribe, you may access the Working Advantage website by clicking here. When opening an individual account you will need the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce ID#. To gain access, or if you have any questions, call the Chamber at
(718) 727-1900
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Have you looked at your E-ZPass statement lately?
The Chamber is heading to Washington D.C. on May 9th and 10th to continue our fight against the high tolls that put Island businesses at a competitive disadvantage. We want to show our representatives in Washington D.C. how tolls hurt Staten Island Business!
Let us know in a paragraph or less how tolls have impacted your business and send them to mmclaughlin@sichamber.com. Read this example from Small Business Committee Co-Chair Robert Cutrona "The recent toll increases on the three NJ Port Authority bridges have resulted in a substantial negative impact on our ability to do business. Our pre-tax profits are lower due to the increased tolls as we run three to four trucks daily over the P.A. bridges to New Jersey. More importantly, we can no longer compete with New Jersey firms as they do not have the toll burdens that we in Staten Island have. The playing field is no longer competitive. The higher transportation expenses and the loss of business to New Jersey based firms will result in an estimated 35% lower profit in 2012."Robert Cutrona President Project One Services, Inc. ______________________________________________________
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The Staten Island Chamber of CommerceSafety & Security Committee
presents
 Police Officer Shane Febus Come learn about safeguarding your business and the importance of preventative techniques including: Lighting ~ Locks ~ Alarm Systems ~ Cameras ~ LocationMay 2, 2012 8:30am to 9:30am St. John's University ~ Kelleher Building ~ Kiernan Suite $20 Includes Breakfast
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 UPCOMING EVENTSClick to register!For information, reservations, or sponsorship opportunities for any of these events, visit www.sichamber.com
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 Chamber in the News!
Top Stories from YOUR Chamber
 Staten Island business owners ask city to focus enforcement on illegal behavior,
By Kiawana Rich
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Staten Island business owners had some advice for the city Department of Consumer Affairs. - - - - > Read more here.
For more information about the NYC Department of Consumer Affairs and the scope of services they provide, visit their website by clicking here.
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 Chamber's summer events lineup to mix business with pleasure
By Ryan Gleason
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - This summer, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce will host a number of networking mixers and business educational workshops designed to both offer opportunities to unwind and relax in a difficult economy and to - - - - > Read more here.
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A stealth toll study?
By Staten Island Advance Editorial
He probably didn't mean to, but Rep. Michael Grimm dropped quite a bombshell at the meeting of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce the other day - - - - > Read more here.
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HELP THE CHAMBER SPEAK OUT ON BEHALF OF YOUR BUSINESS!
SUPPORT OUR ANNUAL TRIP TO WASHINGTON D.C.
MAY 9TH-10TH 
Do you want to make sure your voice is being heard in Washington? · Are you concerned that Staten Island's
transportation needs are being met? · Are the tolls killing your business?
· Worried about the complexities of Health Care Reform?
· Tired of government regulation restricting your ability to grow your small business?
· Worried about cash flow and access to capital?
· Do your legislators understand what your business needs to survive and thrive? Sponsor this exclusive Chamber trip by clicking here! ------------------------------------------------------------------- 
HEALTH CARE TIP OF THE WEEK The Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan was created as part of the Affordable Care Act to provide health insurance to individuals who have pre-existing medical conditions. In order to qualify for this health plan, individuals must have a pre-existing medical condition, have not had insurance for at least six months, and must be legal US residents. In NY, the plan is known as the Bridge Plan and will be available until the state health care exchange is enacted in 2014. Read more about the Bridge Plan here. ------------------------------------------------------------------ |
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Chamber member Al Frederico of Coastal Plumbing to be honored by Staten Island Kiwanis Club.
Read the story on www.silive.com by clicking here.
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Vote for Chamber member The Staten Island Museum in the "Partners in Preservation" initiative, giving them a chance to receive a $247,000 grant! Click here to vote! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Member-2-Member Discount of the Week 
15% off any check. Excludes lunch specials, happy hour, and early dinner promotions. *10% off any delivery order of $50 or more ------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
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Community Events Calendar ofThe Staten Island
Chamber of Commerce
This Week's Community Events!
Click here to view all of Staten Island's upcoming community events, or here to submit an event to be included on our Staten Island Calendar.
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