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February 26 - March 4, 2014    

Chamber Events

2/28 Andrew Nordby, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices hosting AM Business Connection

2/28 Women in Leadership

3/06 Miramont Pointe hosting Business After Hours

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3/03 Public Policy Team Meeting

3/05 REAL Team Meeting

3/06 Women in Leadership Team Meeting

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Andrew Nordby "Chamber helps put a face to the name. Networking with Chamber members is a primary focus of my business. People have to know you, like you, and trust you before they will refer you to a friend or family member."
 
Andrew Nordby, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate
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North Clackamas County
Chamber of Commerce

7740 SE Harmony Rd
Milwaukie, Oregon 97222
503-654-7777

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Women in Leadership - The breakthrough factor
Unleash your power to create wellness and happiness

Why is it that some people manifest just the results they want, while others struggle? Dr. Shani Fox, ND, Holistic Physician and Certified Life Mastery Coach, stumbled on the answer during her own midlife transition from corporate accountant to holistic physician. Audiences are leaving inspired and energized as they realize the power to create the results they've always wanted is within their reach. 

Learn the tools you need at Women in Leadership on Friday, February 28th, from 11:30am to 1:15pm at New Seasons Market.

You'll learn:
  •  Two keys for defining your path to happiness
  •  Why having a vision isn't enough to achieve happiness and success
  • The single most critical factor to creating the results you want
  • Two essential tools no successful person would be caught without
  •  The real prize for going for your dreams - it's not what you think!
Join us! Registration is required.  Brown bag lunch, bring your own or you can purchase lunch at New Seasons Market deli!

Registration    

Executive Voice


From Board Chair
Rob Wheeler, CFP�, ChFC, LUTCF - Bennett, Herman, Geertsen, LLC & SagePoint Financial

Rob Wheeler Membership Drive Wrapping Up

 

Hello all, I just wanted to let you know it is not too late to recruit all of your friends and family to join the Chamber. The membership drive ends February 28th. Members being brought in during the membership drive do not have to pay the $30 processing fee, so there is the ultimate motivator to get folks to act now or at least by Friday. 

Allow me to convey a few reasons why I have remained a Chamber member for 18 years. The Chamber keeps me connected to what is going on in the North Clackamas area. I have formed many lasting friendships and relationships with my Chamber involvement. I often find that I know someone that a prospect or new acquaintance knows which makes for a warmer initial meeting/conversation. The Chamber is watching my back, and yours, in regard to onerous legislation/regulation and taxation. The Chamber also provides me many opportunities to meet people who may have a need for my products and/or services.

I give you permission to use any of the above in your approach toward new members. Therefore, you should be armed and ready, go get 'em and bring them in by Friday. Thank you all for your consideration and participation.

Gold Chair Circle


Adventist Health - Adventist Medical Center
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COUNTRY Financial  

Chamber News


Miramont Pointe Build relationships and your business!       

      

Join us for Business After Hours at Miramont Pointe on Thursday, March 6, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.  Miramont Pointe is an exciting senior living community offering everything you need and want in retirement living. Their social programs and activities are exceptional! And the fine dining... simply exceptional, too!  Join us for Hors d'oeuvres and beverages at this Business After Hours! 

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Become a HERO for youth!

 
Our county's future leaders are this year's students in high school. After a two year absence from our program lineup, those future leaders will once  again have the opportunity to examine a variety of aspects of the county, region and state as you and Your Chamber bring back Young Leaders' Project.

A limited opportunity is available for you and your business to become a HERO for Young Leaders; to Help Establish Realistic Outcomes. Program sponsorship opportunities are in a variety of ranges, from being the name sponsor, eg., the XYZ Young Leaders' Project, down to becoming a scholarship sponsor.

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Public Safety Forum

Join us on March 19th from 7:30am to 9:30am for a Public Safety Forum. This event will feature Clackamas Fire District Chief Fred Charlton, Clackamas County Sheriff Craig Roberts and Police Chiefs from Oregon City, Milwaukie, and Happy Valley. Hear about the emergency strategies that these public agencies have in place and are working on to keep the public safe.

 

Co-hosted by the Oregon City Chamber of Commerce, the event will be held at the Monarch Hotel & Conference Center. Presenting Sponsor is American Medical Response, Event Sponsors are Willamette View, Inc. and  Gold Dog Consulting, and Media Sponsor is Clackamas Review

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Business leaders gather at Mega Mixer 2014

 

Join us for Oregon's largest business networking opportunity. Eleven chambers and business associations will all be under one roof. Come meet new people,build allies, and learn about the resources each organization provides. The event will be held on Wednesday, March 19th, from 5:30pm to 8:00pm at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (near Lloyd Center). Early registration ends February 28th.  

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Welcome new member while you network!      

      

Join us for Business After Hours and a Ribbon Cutting at Nothing Bundt Cakes on Friday, March 21st at 5:00pm. Nothing Bundt Cakes are available in numerous sizes to accommodate gatherings both large and small, from bite-sized Bundtinis, to single serving Bundtlets, to larger 8" and 10" cakes and even double-tiered cakes. In addition to cakes, their bakeries feature an assortment of artfully designed gifts and decorations with a playful, timeless quality to help make any occasion ever more special. This is your opportunity to make business connections after work. Also, on that day, 20% of sales will benefit Clackamas Women's Services, fostering self-empowerment of women and children so they can establish lives free of domestic and sexual violence.

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Comcast Communications Chamber members get lower priced internet and phone    

      

The Chamber is always looking for new resources that support our small business partners and can help you be more successful.   

 

Now, with Comcast, Chamber members are eligible for valuable savings on Comcast's Business Class high-speed Internet and phone products - exclusively for Chamber members.

Members in the news      


Clackamas County honors Sandy Public Library for sustainable business practices

The Sandy Public Library was recently recognized for excellence in recycling, waste prevention and sustainable operations with a BRAG (Business Recycling Awards Group) award, presented at a recent Sandy City Council meeting by Shannon Martin from the Clackamas County Office of Sustainability.
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'Aging gracefully'

Vassar Byrd, CEO of Rose Villa,was recently featured in an OregonBusiness article. Click to view the complete article. 

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Clackamas County Commissioners approve ambulance contract with American Medical Response 

Clackamas County Commissioners formally approved a five-year contract with American Medical Response (AMR) to provide emergency and non-emergency ambulance service for Clackamas County.

The vote was 3-2 with Commissioners Jim Bernard, Paul Savas and Martha Schrader voting in support and Chair John Ludlow and Commissioner Tootie Smith, voting no.

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Clackamas County American Medical Response  
Two "FREE-NO OBLIGATION" Long Term Care seminars for your convenience

It's never too early to plan for retirement. That's why working hard now to ensure financial security in retirement is so important. Unfortunately, the financial security we work so hard for could be at serious risk if the need for long term care arises.

Americans are living longer, and that's causing an increased need for skilled home health care and nursing home services - services that are typically not covered by health insurance or Medicare. And with long term care costs on the rise, having a plan to pay for these services is more important than ever.

Jim Schaub with COUNTRY Financial will be presenting a seminar focused on information and available resources to provide you with a better understanding of the issues related to Long Term Care. These include financial, physical and mental risks to you and family members that are potential caregivers. Ultimately, making informed decisions related to your unique situation should complement your overall financial security plan. The seminar will be offered at two convenient times.

There is limited seating so call 503.679.5685 or email Jim Schaub to register or for more information.
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Clackamas Town Center Journeys Kidz to open retail store in Clackamas Town Center

 

Journeys Kidz, a division of Journeys, is opening a retail store on March 8th in Clackamas Town Center.

 

Journeys Kidz launched in 2001 as an extension of the highly successful Journeys footwear retailer.  Journeys Kidz is a multi-channel retailer that targets customers ages 5-12 years old. The store carries trendy and aspirational footwear that the "big kids" wear in "little kids" sizes.

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North Clackamas School District
North Clackamas School District to benefit!


The North Clackamas School District is excited to announce that it has been invited to participate in the 3rd Annual Tonkin For the Love of Schools Race on June 1, 2014!

 

The Tonkin Family of Dealerships is known for their "Love of Cars" and also their Love of Schools. As founding sponsor, Tonkin is ensuring that 100% of every entry dollar goes to the school fund of your choice!

 

Click to sign up for the June 1, 2014 race. Click "Register Now" then select the Clackamas, Milwaukie, or Putnam High School Logo to make sure your donation goes to our North Clackamas Schools. From there you will have an option to select the North Clackamas Education Foundation, the High School, or "Elementary or Middle Schools". In the comment box, you can write the name of a specific school, club, team, program (like Lunch Buddies) or PTA to ensure that 100% of your entry goes to the program of your choice.  

 

Remember ALL funds raised go directly to our schools.

Clackamas Community College - Customized Training Center Supervisor Training Program to be offered

The Customized Training Department of Clackamas Community College will offer an introductory 2-month leadership training program to develop front-line leads, supervisors, managers and key individuals within your organization. The training includes classroom work, on-the-job applications and the support of a workplace mentor.

The topics covered in this series are:
* Your Leadership Journey
* Setting Goals & Reviewing Results
* Resolving Workplace Conflict
* Communicating for leadership Success
* High Impact Feedback & Listening
* Coaching for Peak Performance
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Kaiser Kaiser Permanente & NAO partner to strengthen Clackamas County nonprofits with three workshops  

Clackamas County nonprofit staff, volunteers, and Board members are invited to join Kaiser Permanente and NAO for three half-day workshops with Andy Robinson. Thanks to the generous support of Kaiser Permanente and their commitment to making community nonprofit organizations stronger there will be no cost to attend these workshops. We encourage Clackamas County organizations to bring a team of Board and staff. Topics include:

Cost is free for Clackamas County nonprofit staff, volunteers, and board members - limited to two attendees per organization.  

B-17 Alliance
Capture your family story! 
Bringing WWII History to Life!

World War II veterans, civilians, Rosie the Riveter's, even children of WWII all have a piece of history to share. Bring your family members and their stories to B-17 Alliance Museum on March 1st from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
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The B-17 Alliance will conduct interviews from WWII era individuals so their stories can be archived and preserved for generations. The bringing of photos and memorabilia is encouraged. Call 503.654.6491 to schedule your moment in time. 
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Promoting the Community


City of Milwaukie Milwaukie events calendar

Click here for the upcoming events and meetings for the City of Milwaukie.
 
City of Happy Valley Happy Valley events calendar

Click here for the upcoming events and meetings for the City of Happy Valley. 
City of Damascus Damascus meeting and events schedule

 

Click here for the upcoming public meetings and events for the City of Damascus covering the timeframe of February 21st to March 15th.  

 
Gladstone meeting and events schedule

Click here for the upcoming public meetings and events for the City of Gladstone.  
TriMet
Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail Transit Project update 

 

Construction work for the Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail Transit Project continues in Milwaukie. Learn how to navigate the construction to continue your support of your favorite businesses and activities in downtown Milwaukie. Click here for the February 24th update. 
Clackamas County
 Clackamas County seeks volunteers for advisory boards and commissions

 

The following are listed as current openings on the Clackamas County advisory boards and committees. They are among about 50 boards and commissions approved by the Board of County Commissioners.

 

Any resident who would like to apply for a citizen volunteer group, may do so by applying on the online application by clicking here.

 

The name of the advisory group is shown below with its deadline for applying.

Aging Services Advisory Council: Thursday, February 27

Clackamas County Service District No. 1: Thursday, March 6

Surface Water Management Agency of Clackamas County: Thursday, March 6

Economic Development Commission: Monday, March 10

TriMet
Open houses focus on future bus service planning related to Portland-Milwaukie light rail

 

In anticipation of new light rail service beginning in September 2015, the Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail Transit Project will host four open houses to assess bus service in the Portland-Milwaukie corridor with the intention of maximizing ridership and minimizing service duplication. These open houses provide the community an opportunity to discuss bus service planning related to Portland-Milwaukie with TriMet staff.
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Tax season updates and resources

A Webinar for Small Business Organizations
Presented by the Internal Revenue Service - Stakeholder Liaison, Northwest Area

 

Join them to hear some tax season updates and see where to quickly find information to assist your small business members and clients on the IRS web site.

*         New Simplified Option for the Home Office Deduction
*         What if I Owe?  Online Payment Agreements
*         New Tax Transcript Ordering Process - Self-Service
*         Finding Information You Need on IRS.gov

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Oregon court rejects urban/rural reserves plan

 

The Oregon Court of Appeals opened the door for the Legislature to take charge over charting the Portland area's growth in the coming decades. In a 126 page decision, the court threw out a 50-year growth plan adopted by Metro and Portland-area counties in 2010. Click here to read more about this latest decision and what it could mean for the future of Clackamas County and the Portland Metro region.

Clackamas County
 Public invited to open house on Clackamas County's plans to extend Monterey Avenue

 

The public is invited to learn more about Clackamas County's plans to extend Monterey Avenue from 82nd Avenue to Fuller Road at an open house set for Wednesday, March 5. 

 

People are invited to stop by any time between 5:00pm and 7:00pm at LaSalle High School, 11999 SE Fuller Road, Clackamas, to see and comment on current plans.

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High school students in Clackamas County invited to enter safe driving media contest

 

High school students in Clackamas County are invited to participate in the Posters and Coasters Safe Driving Media Contest.  The goal of the contest, sponsored by Clackamas County Safe Communities, is for students to create art work or written messages that promote safe driving to reach out to others in the community.

Patty McMillan, Clackamas County Safe Communities Program Coordinator, says, "Traditionally, driver's education has come from parents, educators and safety professionals.  Now, Clackamas high school students are invited to create their own safe driving media to share with their peers and the community."  

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