THE ORANGE COUNTY CHAMBER
FEB/M ARCH 2015
HELPING ORANGE’S FUTURE
A COMMUNITY AND BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE
ORANGE PULSE
Buy Orange. Build Orange. Give Orange. Preserve Orange.
Hudson Valley Builders & Remodelers Assoc.
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Conservation Is Not Only Good Business – It Is Good For Business
BUSINESS INSIDER
By Ellen Daley More than 20 years ago, the Orange County Land Trust was formed to preserve the county’s rural character and natural beauty. Who would have thought that, in addition to enhancing the county’s quality of life, business and the economy would benefit as well? Lisa-Ann Weisbrod, the Land Trust’s Development Director, deftly demonstrated that “Conservation is not only good business – it is good FOR business” as the guest speaker at the Chamber’s December Membership Breakfast.
“In the national, state and regional arenas,” said Lisa, “the Orange County Land Trust champions the preservation of open space and natural resources through public advocacy. We support and assist local municipalities and involved residents working to strike the right balance between protection and growth.” The OCLT is accredited by the Land Trust Continued on page 18
Our annual Buy Local Showcase is now FAMILY FUN DAY TOO! There’ll be something for everyone at this year’s event on March 28 at the Galleria in Middletown. Check out all this and all the other great events on page 22.
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A Word From Our YPs
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Thanks to Corporate Partners
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Paradise Energy Solutions Ribbon Cutting
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Foam ‘n Wash Ribbon Cutting
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GROW /EXPAND
Since 1993, the OCLT has helped protect about 5,000 acres of land, including 12 working farms. In conjunction with private landowners, local and state governments, and other conservation organizations, the Land Trust works to ensure that the county’s natural, rural and agricultural heritage remains for future generations. Orange County has long been on the forefront of conservation. It was the first county in the state to adopt an agricultural and farmland protection plan in 1996 and, in 2004, adopted an Open Space plan.
NETWORK IT
The Orange Chamber Referral Network is Live!
MAKING IT IN O.C. CDT Travel has been planning great adventures for more than two decades. Read all about this and a host of other great local member businesses on pages 12 and 13.
Making it in OC Awards & Recognition Notable People New Chamber Members
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TREND/ INNOVATE Nothing Changes If Nothing Changes
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INORANGE Network Launched To Help Local Farmers
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Become Part of Something Special: The 35th Classic 10K
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Events Calendar Committee Meetings
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