A Plan for Business Competitiveness
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Georgette "Gigi" Godwin
President & CEO |
"For the past six months, the MCCC Business Climate and Tax Structure Working Group has focused on the importance of business competitiveness. Chaired by Board of Directors and Executive Committee member Jim Martinko and composed of experts in their fields, the group has contributed to the advancement of Chamber positions. The recent Letter to the Editor in the "Baltimore Sun" by Senate President Thomas Mike Miller and Speaker of the House Michael Busch signals a growing awareness of these issues in Annapolis. The MCCC working group will continue to offer input on how public policy can leverage Maryland's strategic assets to ensure a robust business community and a vibrant economy."
-Gigi Godwin |
This Week at the General Assembly: March 28, 2014 |
General Assembly Bill Update
As we prepare for the final two weeks of the 2014 Legislative Session, most bills that have passed out of each chamber now must be reconciled in conference committees. To see the legislation where MCCC submitted testimony and the status of those bills, click here. |
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What's Happening in Montgomery County |
Chair, Montgomery County Planning Board
The Montgomery County Council seeks applicants for the position of Chair, Montgomery County Planning Board. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on April 7, 2014. Click here to read the full press release.
The MCCC Infrastructure of Land Use Committee will host interviews for select applicants for the position on Friday, May 2, 8:30-11:00am. The event is open to MCCC members only. Due to space limitations, RSVPs are required. Please RSVP to Ilaya Hopkins at [email protected]. Spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. |
MCCC is a non-political organization and does not endorse candidates. We will share pertinent information with members regarding events and activities surrounding the elections. |
MCCC 2014 Candidate Questionnaire and Meetings
In the coming week, MCCC will send to all Primary Election candidates for Governor, State Assembly, County Executive and County Council offices the MCCC 2014 Candidate Questionnaire. Answers will be posted to the MCCC website.
In addition, MCCC Board of Directors will invite Democratic Candidates for Governor and County Executive to meet individually with Chamber members in advance of the Primary Election.
Watch this space for more details.
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Coverage of the Montgomery County Council Race
The Washington Post article "In Montgomery, an uphill climb for council candidates from the upcounty" provides an overview of the County Council Race and discusses the importance of connectivity between the upcounty and downcounty. Click here to read the full article. |
Election Information
The Primary Election will be held on June 24, 2014. Early voting will also be available at designated locations around the county. Are you registered to vote? Visit the Board of Elections website for full details, including voter registration deadlines.
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The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) supports local, state and federal legislation that protects, enhances, and leverages our assets and promotes economic prosperity for Maryland. This message highlights MCCC advocacy activity in Annapolis and Montgomery County. To learn more about our advocacy work, visit our Advocacy Page.
See MCCC Advocacy Highlights from previous weeks.
For more information, contact Ilaya Hopkins, VP, Public Policy, MCCC at (301)738-0015 or [email protected].
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