Greetings!
Response has been strong regarding the two questions recently posed to Chamber members through this weekly newsletter. As you recall, your Chamber invited feedback on two questions, the first of which was: "How can your Chamber serve you better?"
One member suggested the Chamber host quarterly member luncheons or dinners, in addition to the regular "After Hours" networking events. Another member suggested a member "spreadsheet" picnic - so area businesses might introduce products and services to a broad range of potential customers. Both are solid ideas that will be explored.
The second question posed was "How do you feel about the proposed 'roll forward' of property tax rates in West Feliciana Parish? Do you agree or disagree with it?"
On this question we received the highest number of responses to any question ever asked of members. Without fail, every response disagreed with the "roll forward." Here is a sampling of the responses we received:
"In view of the fact that total taxes have increased so much in one year (one of my properties went up over 5 times from last year), I definitely don't think taxes should roll forward anytime soon."
"Let's keep taxes at a minimum here.....heavy taxes are a burden we don't need here."
"For the record, I am opposed to the roll forward. It is a tax increase on the people and our small businesses without a vote of the people - and that's not right."
Your Chamber Commerce is working hard to promote a people-friendly, business-friendly environment here in West Feliciana Parish. Fair, equitable and transparent taxation only helps the promotion of our area as one of the most desirable locations to live, work and play in the South.
We'll keep asking the tough questions, listening to your ideas, and welcoming your input on how we can improve in every way.
Keep those comments coming!
With best regards,
Mike Smith, Chairman
Communications Committee
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce
P.S. - Did you notice that work has actually begun on the "new" section of Hwy. 61? The countdown is on - less than 700 days until we can drive on it!
The Ferry Status link added
Before driving around on a trip or business you visit the "Ferry Status" link under the Community Menu and find out if the ferry is operating. Just another way to help save on gas!!Miles Blair Salon opens with a "Summer Patio Social"
The chamber welcomes Miles Blair Salon as a new member. Owner Mrs. Tosha Black will be hosting a "Summer Patio Social" for the new business's ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 10th at 6pm. The business is located at 5951 Commerce Street.
Commerce Centre hosts Chamber "After Hours" Ribbon Cutting
J.A. Wheeler & Associates, Andy D'Aquilla Attorney-at-Law, Coastal Ecology Group, Travis Torrence Allstate Insurance Agency and Superior Insurance Services, LLC will host the Chamber's "After Hours" event on Thursday, July 17,2008 at 5:30pm. These Chamber members are all located at the new Commerce Centre at 10182 Weevil Street, St. Francisville, LA, across from the post office. Mark your calendars now to attend this special ribbon cutting and social event.
Annual Hummingbird Festival
Mark your calendars now for the annual Hummingbird Festival. The festival is scheduled for July 25th and 26th. For more information, visit AudubonBirdFest.com.
Police Jury Meeting
The West Feliciana Police Jury will meet on Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at 5:30 at the Courthouse Annex building on Prosperity Street on the second floor.
Multiple Newsletters?
Are you receiving multiple Chamber newsletters? Please let us know. We are updating the subscriber lists. If you would call the office or email us at sfchamber@bellsouth.net and we will correct the problem. We appreciate your help.
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