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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-Announcement SAN BERNARDINO AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Chamber of Commerce is to serve as the primary advocate for the business community by: • Promoting economic development that strengthens and expands the business income potential in the trade area and is of widespread benefit to the community; • Create a better understanding and appreciation of the importance of business people and a concern for their problems; • Educating the business community about political issues and serving as a liaison for the business sector on legislative matters; • Facilitating business involvement in civic, cultural, educational, and social programs which are designated to increase the functional an aesthetic values of the community. CHAMBER GOALS FOR 2008 • Build the membership of the Chamber by 100 1 iew members by the end of the year. • Build partnerships with the Mayor and City Council to revitalize the business community and create a business friendly environment. • Work with the City and the County of San Bernardino to support the economic development goals of the community. • Create a retention team to encourage active businesses from relocating outside the City of San Bernardino. • Participate in developing the workforce to serve our business community and economy • Review and revitalize the Chamber bylaws and policies to help it serve our business community effectively. � y z1,�G�'