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POWER NETWORKING
Join the Chamber, its members & stakeholders
at First Choice Wireless, 3329 N. Cedar Ave @ Shields, Fresno, 93726
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 at 5:30 PM |
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Fresno Juneteenth Celebration
One Celebration- Two Locations
SJVBCC is the fiscal agent for all Eaton Plaza vendors & activities |
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SJVBCC @ 2009 State of the City Luncheon
On Thursday, May 28- The San Joaquin Valley Black Chamber of Commerce present at the 2009 State of the City Luncheon in full force as a co-host and with two tables as the Honorable Mayor Ashley Swearengin gave the address. Council President Cynthia Sterling introduced the Mayor and Pastor Sheryl Bowden of New Birth Christina Center gave the Invocation and Benediction.
 
The Mayor highlighted her proposed FY 2009-10 Budget, her accomplishments since taking office, and the new direction the City is taking.
The Chamber is following suit with the Mayor's mantra expressed during her presentation, "It's Different This Time". SJVBCC strives to be transparent and accountable to the community while working with all level of the City governance to endure its members interest are well represented.
If you have questions or concerns about the proposed budget and its impact on the your business, organization or neighborhood, contact the Mayor's Office or your council representative at 559-621-8000. In addition, the Chamber has representation on the Mayor's Citizen Advisory Panel through Tate Hill, President/CEO and Advisory Team member, Richard 'Dick' Keyes where they have the opportunity to raise concerns, ask questions, provide insight and receive information pertaining the City.
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Q:
Want to gain insight on how the City of Fresno works?
Ever wondered how your local tax dollars are spent?
Are you looking to beef up your leadership credentials and build your network?
A: Participate in the newly formed Fresno Citizens Academy
The Fresno Citizens Academy is a free 7-week program designed to provide community members with a better understanding of the workings of their local government. The Citizen's Academy covers a wide range of topics, such as: how the annual budget is developed; how public safety resources are deployed; and what the city does to promote and support the local economy - to name just a few. The goal of the Fresno Citizens Academy is to better equip the community to fully participate in the process of building Fresno's future.
The Mayor and the Citizen Advisory Panel is necessary looking for the traditional leader-- CEO, Vice President, or Executive Director. This Academy was created with the average citizen in mind.
Applications for the Fresno Citizens Academy are now being accepted. Academy sessions are held on consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6pm - 8pm at Fresno City Hall and other City facilities. A full schedule will be provided before the first meeting.
The next two Fresno Citizen Academy programs will run fromJune 16th throughJuly 28th and again from October 6th through November 17th.
Apply TODAY!
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Be a part of something great--Join the Chamber!
The San Joaquin Valley Black Chamber of Commerce offers members connections to training, resources, and the opportunity to build strong relationships. As a member, the Chamber is here to be your advocate and business partner. In addition, other benefits include:
Become a member of SJV Black Chamber today!
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