Chamber Chatter

January 7, 2013


Featuring guest speakers:
Terry Taylor & Joseph Quartucci
Synergy Financial


This week's featured member is Harrell Funeral Home! Harrell Funeral Home is an Austin-owned and family-operated funeral home. They promise dedicated and caring funeral service to every family, regardless of means.

"In Central Texas, the name Harrell has always meant dependable, experienced funeral service. Some things may change, but we've been serving our community for many years, and we're committed to continuing that tradition. We continue to be exceptionally prepared and devoted to serving all the people of our community."

Harrell Funeral Home can provide the professional guidance and expertise that will answer any questions and help you make informed decisions when it comes to the loss of a loved one or pre-arranging your own funeral services.

For more information, please contact them below:

Harrell Funeral Home
2770 & Kohlers Crossing
At 1715 Kirby
Kyle, TX 78640
512-268-8200
www.harrellfuneralhomes.com

Here's What's in the Fiscal-Cliff Deal
Congress on New Year's Day approved legislation to address the year-end tax hikes and spending cuts known as the fiscal cliff. The measure passed the House late on Tuesday after the Senate approved it earlier in the day. Here's what's in it:
  • Higher taxes on individuals earning $400,000 and on families making $450,000 or more.
  • Higher tax rates on capital gains and dividends for wealthier households.
  • Automatic spending cuts delayed for two months.
  • One-year extension to unemployment insurance.
  • One-year "doc fix."
  • Nine-month farm bill extension.
  • Personal exemptions phased out for individuals making over $250,000.
  • 40 percent estate tax.
  • Permanent fix to the Alternative Minimum Tax.
  • Tax breaks for working families.
  • Business tax breaks.
  • Congressional pay freeze.
Read more.
Events Calendar
January 2013
9 10a - First Lockhart National Bank Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
20 2p - Special Event Venue Open House - Texas Old Town
22 11:30a-1p - Kyle Chamber Monthly Luncheon - Plum Creek Golf Course
25 5p - Microtel Inn & Suites Grand Opening Ceremony
26 6p - Kyle Chamber Annual Awards Gala - Texas Old Town 
Annual Awards Gala
Our Gala Committee has been working diligently in preparing for a spectacular Gala. On January 26, 2013, the Kyle Chamber will be hosting their Annual Awards Gala at Texas Old Town.
We are offering several sponsorship packages and advertisement opportunities for Chamber members and local businesses.
The Annual Awards Gala will feature an impressive line-up of auction items, a delicious meal catered by Werner's Catering, and much more!
If you are interested in donating an auction item or sponsoring this event, please contact the Kyle Chamber office at 512-268-4220 or e-mail info@kylechamber.org
2013 Guide to Kyle in the Works!
The Kyle Chamber is partnering with the Hays Free Press to publish a new edition of our Guide to Kyle! If you are interested in advertising in this publication, please contact Tracy Mack at 512-268-7862 or tracy@haysfreepress.com.
Our Guide to Kyle is distributed to all visitors and newcomers to the Kyle area. With over 10,000 copies distributed yearly, this is an amazing opportunity to market your business throughout 2013!
Along with advertising space, we are also working on our directory. Please contact Christina or Tabitha at 512-268-4220 or
to confirm your contact information as well as category listing. 
Promote with Us!
Are you a local business that has a product, service, or event you want our community to know about?

The Kyle Chamber offers sponsorship space on our website (KyleChamber.org) and in our weekly Chamber Chatter. 
Our goal is to promote your business and help it grow!

Website Banner  
$60/month  
OR  
$600/year  
 
Chatter Ads  
$30/week  
OR  
$90/month

If you're interested in placing an ad with the Kyle Chamber, please contact Christina at info@kylechamber.org for more information. 
Refer a Friend!
Do you know a local business that wants to join an ever-growing business community and network? Then fill them in about all the benefits they would receive by joining the Kyle Chamber! 
 
Please tell them to visit the Kyle Chamber Members' Benefits page to find out more information! 
 
Together, we can make Kyle a "Simply Charming" place to live and work! 
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Kyle Chamber
103 S. Front Street
PO Box 900
Kyle, TX 78640
512-268-4220
info@kylechamber.org
www.kylechamber.org

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