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All Aboard Lehi Area Chamber Board of Directors members serve voluntarily to advocate for business and build their community. Each board member fills a vital role in the operation of the Chamber of Commerce by leading committees and directing the policies and goals of the Chamber. To learn more about the board members visit our Web site at www. lehiareachamber.org.
Meet the Executive Board Members: • Chairman — Breck Schueller,
Mountain America Credit Union • Vice Chairwoman — Diane Bradshaw, Direct Communications • Past Chairwoman — Lorraine Gaufin, Thanksgiving Point • Treasurer — Kelly Terry, Utah Community Credit Union • Secretary — Laurie Bailey, Big D Construction
Board of Directors: • Paul Baird, Pinnacle
Pancakes & Politics with Eggs & Issues Chambers Across the County Engage in Political Discussions
For the early bird political enthusiast Utah Valley Chamber offers an Eggs & Issues forum every Saturday morning during the legislative session. Each week topics are selected and elected officials update chamber members and answer questions. In February during a discussion on Transportation in the state, several of the representatives and senators stated that construction is on sale, particularly large projects. Bids for the Utah County I-15 reconstruction came in so far under budget that many other projects were moved forward and will be completed up to four years ahead of schedule. This is particularly important for residents in North Utah County where roads are congested constantly. Utah Valley Chamber President Steve Densley organized the Eggs & Issues program three years ago to allow his members access to
their State Representatives in order to have a voice in the decisions being made on Capital Hill. Each week a crowd of around 80 people gather at the IHC facility in Provo. American Fork Chamber also wanted to give their members a chance to meet on more local issues and so chamber executive, Debby Lauret, started Pancakes & Politics that meets at 9 AM at American Fork Hospital. Local representatives and senators gather at this breakfast to discuss current politics and answer concerns from constituents. Pancakes and Politics is held twice each legislative session, once at the beginning and once at the end. In 2010, some weighty issues face our State elected officials, not the least of which is balancing a budget with a projected deficit of $700 million. From
an optional 12th grade for all high school students to a tobacco tax, ideas are being batted back and forth among lawmakers to find a way to deal with the repercussions of the recession. “The legislature has been driving technology into the classrooms, and these very programs are now on the chopping block,� said Senator Howard Stevenson ( R). Utah County Chambers of Commerce are standing up to advocate for their member businesses and remind legislators that Utah is poised for tremendous growth as long as the budget is balanced effectively without harming education or the state’s rating as the ‘Best Managed’ State in the U.S. - written by Donna Milakovic
’ Business Engaged ‘
Chiropractic • Ryan Blohm, State Farm Insurance • Joe Brown, Utah Flash • Clay Christensen, MATC • Michael Monsen, Alpine Innovations • Annette Scott, Costco • Mark Trotter, Camp Floyd State Park • Doug Meldrum, Lehi City • Ifo Pili, Eagle Mountain City • Michael McOmber, Saratoga Springs City
New arrivals The following are the newest members of the Lehi Area Chamber of Commerce.
New March Memberships: Aldridge Family Chiropractic 3300 N Running Creek Way, Bld E St. 200 Lehi, UT 84043 (801) 766-2080 Walter’s LLC (fine dining opening in March) 2220 S. Talons Cove Drive Saratoga Springs, UT 84045 (801) 400-7154 Dippidee Place of sweet surprises! 476 N 900 W Suite D American Fork, UT 84003 (801) 756-4383
The Lehi Area Chamber of Commerce serves Lehi, Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs and the surrounding communities.
Join The Lehi Area Chamber of Commerce Today
A recent national study stated that membership in a chamber of commerce can significantly boost a business’ image. Consumers were 63% more likely to purchase goods or services from a small business that is a chamber member. Membership benefits include monthly networking lunches, Chamber Academy, monthly newsletter, and much, much more.
register at www.lehiareachamber.org
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