by Chamber Comms | Feb 12, 2025 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
At our monthly Business Advocacy Meeting on February 6, 2025, we received updates related to our local housing market and how it has changed in recent years, housing affordability challenges, and legislation and policy that are creating additional barriers to meeting...
by Chamber Comms | Feb 3, 2025 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
During the upcoming special election in May 2025, our community will be voting on candidates for the Salem-Keizer Public Schools Board, but we still need strong leaders with a passion for public education to step forward. If you are interested in serving, please...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 22, 2025 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series, Public Policy blog
As we embark on a new year, our January Forum Speaker Series luncheon welcomed local elected leaders to express their commitments to bettering our community through their elected service. Featured Speakers: Marion County Chair, Commissioner Danielle Bethell Polk...
by Chamber Comms | Jan 17, 2025 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
At our monthly Business Advocacy Meeting on January 9, 2025, we heard from three Salem-area state legislators about their priorities and committee assignments for the upcoming 2025 Legislative Session. The legislators touched on several issues, including housing,...
by Chamber Comms | Dec 30, 2024 | Chamber Blog, Forum Speaker Series, Public Policy blog
As we embark on a new year, our January Forum Speaker Series luncheon welcomes local elected leaders to express their commitments to bettering our community through their elected service. Hear from our area’s mayors and county commissioners about the most pressing...
by Chamber Comms | Dec 11, 2024 | Chamber Blog, Public Policy blog
At our monthly Business Advocacy Meeting on December 5, 2024, we heard from our three incoming Salem City Councilors (taking office in January 2025) about their backgrounds, the why behind their service, and policy priorities for the upcoming year. Incoming Salem City...
