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The Weekly - Week of October 17th
Seeds to Grow
From Lynn, CEO
If you can't have a midnight snack, why do we have a light in the fridge?

In This Issue
This Week's AM Location
Hear Me Roar
Fall Expo
Member Recognition
Member Tips, Tools & Press Releases
Try Local First
Member Event Calendar
Savings for Members
Member Job Openings
Friday AMs
Visitors Center
Bike Friendly Business Program
This Week's AM
October 21
7:22 to 9:00 am
Greater Gresham Baptist Church, 3848 NE Division Street, Gresham

NO on 97
Reasons Why!
"Blank Check"
Rep. John Davis asked Legislative Counsel whether lawmakers would be required to spend the new tax revenue from Measure 97 in the three areas specified by the measure: early childhood and k-12 education, health care, and senior services.

"The answer is no," Chief Deputy Legislative Counsel Ted Reutlinger wrote in a letter to Davis. "The measure would not bind a future legislature in its spending decisions. If Measure 97 becomes law, the Legislative Assembly may appropriate revenues generated by the measure in any way it chooses."

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Gresham-Barlow School District 
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Chamber in Pictures

Rosemary Anderson High School knows how to keep some people from talking politics. (Photo taken at AM last year) In case you forgot, Cory Price of Gresham Grocery Outlet beat Jesse Cornett in the wing eating contest.


Jerry Hinton, Gresham City Councilor, at his day job, Brashers Auto. No, he is not auctioning off favors, but everyone is enjoying the AM fun. (Photo taken at AM in 2013)


Hear Me Roar
HEAR ME ROAR - Featuring Julianne Johnson
ONLY 20 SEATS LEFT! - REGISTER TODAY

Just got off the phone with Julianne Johnson. Our conversation gave me goose bumps. This is going to be another great Hear Me Roar breakfast, even challenging the greatness of the last one with Ann Schatz.

In the past 30 days, we have asked you to attend several important things like the Millennial Economic Summit, Olympian Gold Medal day, and our Membership Board election, but this opportunity will encourage you in yet another remarkable way.

Come meet in person an amazing woman. Her life, family history, in addition to her talent and experiences, are so different than the norm. Vanport flood, segregation/depression, blended family, bullied as a child, what part of her story will make an impact on you? How did she meet Michael Allen Harrison? Don't miss this Grammy Nominee opportunity to have breakfast with Julianne.

Ringside Grill...when was the last time you had breakfast there? Never, because they are doing this event JUST FOR US. Remember this is designed to get you to work by 9.

Thursday, October 20th
7:15-8:45 am
$15 per person (includes breakfast)
Ringside Grill, 14021 NE Glisan Street, Portland

Fun, food, inspiration. Join us. Click here to register.

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Fall Expo

Fall Expo

November 2

4:30-6:30 pm

Gresham Elks Lodge

 

Get Your Table Now!

1st time new members for $25

Click here for a registration form

 

- Showcase your business to fellow

Chamber members

- Great networking opportunities

with new, existing and Board members

- Bring your business peers and future members



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Member Recognition
The Chamber would like to thank and acknowledge the members below who reinvested in our organization by renewing their membership:

28 years
Les Schwab Tire Centers

26 years
Fairlawn Village

10-19 years
Pella Vinyl - Portland Operations

5-9 years
Gresham Sign Solutions
Jazzy Bagel Co.

1-4 years
Arnprior Aerospace Inc.
Black Bear Diner
Gresham Injury Law Center


Member Tips, Tools & Press Releases
Portland General Electric - How LED Outdoor Lighting Can Help Your Business
If you have metal halide or high-pressure sodium outdoor lights, like those mounted on your building or in parking areas, your business is a good candidate for an upgrade. Compared to older lighting technology, LED lighting uses 50 to 70 percent less energy and lasts up to four times longer. Visit PGE's website to learn more.

Powell Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care - Health and Wellness Tips
Did you know? Seniors are one of the fastest growing populations of new medical marijuana users. There is no other reason for this other than it is working for them. For a senior or their caregiver this is important information if you or your loved one has chronic pain or suffers from a debilitating disease and would like options other than pain medication. Read more...

Edward Jones, Roger Lillard - Investment Tips
It's National Save for Retirement Week - So Take Action. Congress has dedicated the third week of October as National Save for Retirement Week. Clearly, the government feels the need to urge people to do a better job of preparing for retirement. Are you doing all you can? Read more...

Costco Wholesale - Portland Warehouse - Auto Buying Program Tips
Buying a car can be stressful, according to a report from CNBC, car buyers typically seek a good deal but dread the haggling and time consuming process of car buying. For these reasons, many consumers are turning to a different strategy when buying a car...read the report. For more details click here.

Lean Potential - Business Tips
Did you know that every process has waste built in to it automatically? Can we eliminate all the process waste? No. But our goal is to get as close to zero as possible. The first step is learning to recognize them.

Solar City - Tips for Saving Money Around the House
Use natural cooling and heating when and where possible. Open windows if it's not too hot and use them exclusively if the day isn't going to be that hot. For summer, keep blinds closed on sun facing windows and winter, keep them open on the sun side.

TLF

Try Local First
"Try Local First" - Just to be Clear!
For years we have talked about how $1,000,000 of retail can create 21 jobs. This data was supplied to us from WorkSource Oregon. The gross receipts tax in Measure 97 takes the wind out of the business sails...and sales. What incentive would businesses have to increase their gross sales (not profit) if they are penalized by a huge tax? Consider these facts:

Number 1

Measure 97 will cost Oregon over 36,000 PRIVATE SECTOR jobs...

Read the data (go to www.defeatthetax.com) - Measure 97 will cause great harm to Oregon businesses - Icons like Powell's Books and Tillamook Creamery. Read more...

Try Local First Sponsor:

NEW! NOW ONLINE! Member Event Calendar
Need to promote your special day event, fundraiser, request for volunteers, meet and greets, classes, meetings and more? Get value by listing your events with the Chamber.
Click here for a complete list of Member Events.

To post an event, email the details to gacc@greshamchamber.org or call 503-665-1131.


Savings for Members

The Chamber is always looking for new resources that benefit our members. We currently have partnerships to provide discounts at Office Depot, a free month of Comcast cable for your business, savings at KeyBank, 25% off Constant Contact, up to 75% off prescription drugs and discounts on paint and painting supplies. CLICK HERE for a COMPLETE LIST of member savings. Here is this month's featured deal:

 

Discount Prescription Drug Card

This program is being provided to you and your family to help lower your prescription drug costs. Simply create and print your FREE Prescription Drug Card and receive savings of up to 75% (discounts average roughly 30%) at more than 56,000 national and regional pharmacies. Click here to get your free card!

 


Member Job Openings

List Your Job Openings With The Chamber

One of the free benefits of membership is the ability to post job openings on the Chamber's website. To post a job opening send the details in a Word document to Julie Hamatake.

 

Click here for a list of current job openings.

 


Friday AM Meetings - "You at 7:22"
Warren Allen, LLP and West Columbia Gorge Chamber of Commerce
October 21 - 7:22-9:00 am
Greater Gresham Baptist Church, 3848 NE Division Street, Gresham

Marguerite Truttman, Real Estate Broker
John L Scott Real Estate
October 28 - 7:22-9:00 am
1700 NW Civic Drive, #200, Gresham (above OnPoint Credit Union)
*Costumes encouraged - Award will be given for best costume

Gresham Ford - Fill-A-Bag Launch
in partnership with North Clackamas Chamber of Commerce
November 4 - 7:22-9:00 am
1999 E Powell Blvd., Gresham

NO FRIDAY AM MEETING
in observance of the Veteran's Day holiday


Visitors Center
Heritage Area - Damascus Fiber Arts School

The Damascus Fiber Arts School was originally a 1-room schoolhouse (1876) in the old Damascus settlement on Foster-Barlow Road. It is one of the oldest rural schoolhouses standing in the state and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The building was expanded to 2 rooms in 1911. This historic building still offers classes in textile crafts. Click here for more information.

 


Bike Friendly Business Program
Bike Friendly Business Program
The Chamber has been recognized as a Bike Friendly Business. Congratulations to these Chamber members who are also recognized as Bike Friendly Businesses:

- Best Western Sandy Inn- Buddha Kat Winery
- Cafe Delirium- Cascade Athletic Club - Powell
- Columbia Gorge Outlets- Frenzi Frozen Yogurt
- Gresham Ford- Hampton Inn
- Jazzy Bagel Co.- McMenamins Edgefield
- Nicholas Restaurant- Origin's Coffee House
- Sunny Han's Wok & Grill- The Hoppy Brewer
- Therapeutic Associates- Walker Travel and Cruises

Click here to read more about our Bike Friendly Businesses. If you are interested in becoming a Bike Friendly Business, contact Matthew Barney, Project Coordinator for more information.