As our community and nation continue to face economic uncertainty, the protection of business and industry at a local level will become even more critical for long term sustainability. In ways often not comprehended, regulatory issues directly affect the way citizens can start or stay in business. Any regulatory barriers or obstacles preventing reasonable business building in Missoula have a direct negative effect on employment, the ability for citizens to “buy local, spend local”, and the tax base for the City.
Building Business Community’s concept grew from acknowledging that fact and has identified the 2009 City Council election as a business development campaign. The goal will be:
- To promote the importance of business development in Missoula,
- To create greater awareness of how local government impacts business development,
- To better inform business community about city council candidates,
- To hear candidates’ ideas for business development and the City budget,
- And finally to provide informal social networking between candidates and the business community.
The core organizations currently involved with the business development campaign represent a substantial cross section of Missoula citizens. When considering the involvement of The Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce, The Missoula Organization REALTORS®, and The Missoula Building Industry Association; individuals are represented that have distinctive political, economic, and personal values. However, the underlying commonality is the recognition that business development and protection is good for Missoula and the regulatory decisions that are made should help support it.
Business development brings so many positive things; an increased tax base, jobs to support Missoula citizens, and most importantly a personal pride in our community.
The Business Building Community will be holding a candidate forum on July 21st from 3:30-5:30pm. Come enjoy some hors d’oeuvres and hear what the 2009 City Council candidates have to say. In addition to that, please stay tuned for continued communication. If you would like more information, a voter registration card, or would like to get more involved in this campaign; please contact Ruth Link at 406-728-0560 or rlink@missoularealestate.com.
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Business Building Community Candidate Forum
Open to the Public!
Date: July 21, 2009
Time: 3:30-5:30pm
Location: The DoubleTree
Join us for an informative evening to show your interest for business development in Missoula. There will be time for drinks, snacks, and networking. Its important to hear what our City Council Candidates have to say and how they may help grow business in the Missoula Community!
Event Highlights
- 3:30-4:00pm, Meet & Greet
- 4:00-5:00pm, Overview of the Importance of Business Development in Missoula and Introduction of Candidates with Q & A to Present their Goals for Business Development in Missoula
- 5:00-5:30pm, Networking with Candidates
- Beer, Wine, & Snacks Provided
(Includes Cash Bar)
Filed under: Government Affairs | Tagged: 2009, Building, Business, Candidates, City, Election, Forum, Missoula
