Upcoming Events

Comprehensive Transportation Funding Panel Discussion 

Thursday, June 13, 2013 11:30 am - 1:00 pm 
Huntingdon Country Club
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7th Annual HCCC and Bonney Forge Corporation Open Gold Tournament   
 June 19, 2013
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Media Savvy Public Relations Series - Media Writing
June 20, 2013 
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Raystown Lake Visitors Center
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Annual Membership Luncheon Friday, August 16, 2013
11:45 am -  1:15 pm
Westminster Woods

 


 

 

 

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 June 4, 2013
In This Issue
Leaders in Transportation, Economic Development to Hold Panel Discussion
7th Annual Open Golf Tournament
New Energy Pricing for Residential Customers
Try Constant Contact for Free
Blue Danube Adventure: October 20 - October 28
Need Huntingdon County Maps?
Need Extra Copies of the Community Profile & Membership Directory?
Leaders in Transportation, Economic Development to Hold Panel Discussion on Comprehensive Transportation Funding

On June 13, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Huntingdon Country Club, Huntingdon County Business and Industry and the Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce are proud to host a transportation panel discussion and luncheon. Expert panelists will include PA Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary Alan Walker; PA Department of Transportation Deputy Secretary Jim Ritzman; Associate State Director of Federal Advocacy at AARP Desiree Hung; and Associated PA Constructors and Keystone Transportation Funding Coalition Robert Latham. These leaders will discuss the need for a comprehensive transportation funding plan that drives economic development and improves quality of life.

 

Topics will include: PennDOT funding, the gas tax, tolling, Governor Corbett's Transportation Funding Advisory Commission Report, safety, rail, local government funding, the transportation needs of Huntingdon County's growing aging population and more. Following the discussion, the panel will be available for questions from the media.

 

Click here to register or call the Chamber at 814-643-1110.


7th Annual Open Golf Tournament
The 7th Annual Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce & Bonney Forge Corporation Open Golf Tournament will take place on Wednesday, June 19 at the Huntingdon Country Club.

Registration and putting contest begin at 11:30 a.m., and the shotgun start time is 1:00 p.m. The tournament is open to Chamber members and non-members, and you can register as an individual, as a pair, or with your own foursome.  Individuals and pairs will be assigned to foursomes for the tournament.

 

After 18 holes on the course - featuring three snack & beverage carts - golfers will be treated to a buffet-style dinner, and the tournament winners and raffle prize winners will be announced.  Specialty prizes will also be awarded on certain holes for drives that are the longest, shortest, straightest, and closest to the pin. This year attendees will also be treated to opportunities to win many more prizes and cash!

 

The tournament is open to golfers of all skill levels. If you're not a golfer, but would like to participate in the event, there will be plenty of volunteer opportunities. Chamber members will also have the chance to provide sponsorship support for the tournament. For more information, contact the Chamber at (814) 643-1110 or click here.

 New Energy Pricing for Residential Customers   

 

This offer provides both savings and budget certainty that comes with locking in a fixed price. We encourage all chamber members to enroll and share this offer with their friends and family! 

 

Enrolling is fast and easy. You need a copy of your electric bill.  

Click here and choose your utility and complete the enrollment form. Be sure to enter CCFFEP in the Company or Employer offering this program.

 

 Current Pricing Available 

   

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Q. What do I need to do to participate?

A. Enrolling is fast and easy. You need a copy of your electric bill. Click here to choose your utility and complete the enrollment form. Be sure to enter CCFFEP in the Company or Employer offering this program.

 

Q. Can my friends and family participate?

A. Absolutely! You are encouraged to spread the word.

 

Q. Are there fees for enrolling?

A. No, there are no fees.

 

Q. When will my savings begin?

A. Typically, savings will begin approximately 45 days after you submit your enrollment. The savings are on your generation charge. Your electric utility will continue to charge you for delivery service.

 

Q. After I sign up, who will deliver my power, read my meter and respond to power outages?

A. Your electric utility company will still be responsible for everything.

 

Q. Will I receive a separate bill from FirstEnergy Solutions?

A. No, you will continue to receive only one bill from your electric utility company.

 

Q. Are there any cancellation fees with FirstEnergy Solutions?

A. There are no fees if you move. However, if you choose to leave the program early for any other reason, you will be charged a $25 cancellation fee. Unless the utility's rate changes substantially, the average residential customer's savings under this program should total more than $25.

 

Q. Are there restrictions on how much electricity I use and when I use it?

A. No, there are no restrictions on how much or when a customer uses electricity.

 

Q. How will I know that I was successfully enrolled?

A. After you enroll in the program, you will receive a letter from your utility confirming.

 

Q. Can I enroll in the Program if I am currently with another electric generation supplier? 

A. Yes, you can enroll with FirstEnergy Solutions. However, you may be subject to a cancellation fee or other termination provisions from your current electric generation supplier.

 

Q. Can I remain on budget billing?

A. Yes, nothing will be changed about the way you are billed.

  
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Blue Danube Adventure: October 20 - October 28

 

The Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce and Kish Travel are pleased to present a Blue Danube Adventure starting at $2,999. This nine day, seven night river cruise is from October 20 to October 28, 2013 and includes meals, airfare from Philadelphia, and round-trip transportation to the airport from Central PA.

Travelers will visit Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany. The cruise will take you into the heart of some of the most breathtaking scenery in Europe with stops at Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk Abbey, Durnstein, Vienna and Budapest. A Prague extension is also being offered.

Visit the stunning Mirbach Palace, Fisherman's Bastion, the Porta Praetoria, the historic Buda Castle, the Benedictine Abbey which is one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries, and much more.

Click here for the flyer with additional details. Space is limited and cabin choice is available on a first come first served basis. Due to this, reservations should be made directly with Jet Vacations.

We recommend that you pay by credit card and that you purchase your travel insurance through Kish Travel, Route 22, PO Box 595, Huntingdon PA. Contact Mike Whalen at 814-643-5240 for details.

Click here for the cruise video

 

 

Need Huntingdon County Maps?


County Map Don't forget to purchase your Huntingdon County maps from the Chamber for your use or to resale. Maps sell for $3.50, but members can purchase them at the reduced price of $1.50. Contact Dave at dbaer@huntingdonchamber.com.    

 

Need Extra Copies of the Community Profile & Membership Directory?

If you would like extra copies of the Community Profile & Membership Directory to share with employees, co-workers or customers, please stop by our office at 500 Allegheny Street, Huntingdon to pick up copies. You may also contact Dave Baer at dbaer@huntingdonchamber.com or 814-643-1110 if you would like copies delivered to you. We thank all our advertisers for making the publication possible.