Economic development tools are important if Texas wants to continue to lead the nation in new capital investment and job growth. That is the message your Chamber public policy team took to Austin last week.Chapter 313 of the Texas Tax Code has to be reauthorized in the upcoming legislative session or it will expire at the end of 2021. This is … [Read more...]
Your Chamber At Work at the State Capitol in Austin
Arlington Development Community Survey Results Released
Eleven senior members of the Arlington development community attended a meeting at City Hall to review and discuss the results of a satisfaction survey conducted by the city in December. Jim Parajon, Deputy City Manager and Gincy Thoppil, Director Planning and Development Services conducted the meeting. Mayor Jeff Williams and Councilmember … [Read more...]
Interim Legislative Charges Start The Clock
The next Texas Legislative session will begin January 12, 2021. You may believe it is too early to think about what we want to accomplish next session. However, it is the perfect time to make your voice heard with your State legislative representatives. They are starting to formulate their plans and are relatively more accessible now.Ten Texas … [Read more...]
Rural Healthcare Shortage a Crisis in Texas
Everyone from the largest cities to the smallest towns should be concerned about the rural healthcare crisis in Texas. The Texas Tribune hosted a panel discussion on the crisis to raise awareness and work towards a solution.From 2010 to 2018, 84 hospitals in rural America have closed, 26 of those in Texas. When the local hospital closes, … [Read more...]
The Chamber is ‘All Systems Go’ at the Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner
"All Systems Go” was the appropriate theme of the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner held September 19th at the Arlington Convention Center. President and CEO, Michael Jacobson explained that the theme of the event represents accomplishments this year and everything that is on the horizon for the community, the … [Read more...]
Dr. Joan Bergstrom Was Named 2019 Star Award Recipient at the Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner
The Chamber has chosen “The Star” as the symbol for its highest community service honor, to be awarded to individuals that have made significant and lasting contributions to our community. Recipients are recognized at our Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner. This year, the Chamber is honored to recognize Dr. Joan Bergstrom M.D. as the 2019 Star Award … [Read more...]