Public Affairs Committee
Mission
To influence the development of policies
and regulations that aid in the creating of regional opportunities for job
creation, business growth and financial success and the creation of new
market links and opportunities for Chamber members.
Vision
We are the premier advocate for our
members regarding the Business Community, Economic Committee Liaison Report
for Cape Coral City Council, Lee County Commission, Local State Delegation
and Southwest Florida Congressional candidates.
What We Do
The Public Affairs Committee is the
Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral’s legislative program, whose volunteer
members examines, analyze and monitor relevant legislation of the
governmental bodies. We monitor
economic and regional issues of local and state governments that could have
an impact on the business community.
The committee maintains a continuing dialogue with elected and
appointed government officials from the city and the county, as well as
various quasi-judicial agencies.
Our overall focus is on supporting legislation and activities that benefit
the economic development and overall quality of life in Florida and, in
particular, Cape Coral and Lee County.
The committee meets monthly to talk about issues of interest and if action
is warranted, gives recommendations to the chamber’s board of directors.
After the board adopts a position or policy, the Public Affairs
Committee participates in disseminating the information to the membership
and begins discussions with or presents positions to the appropriate
officials. All chamber members
are encouraged to bring their ideas or concerns about economic development
in our region to any member of the committee.
Public Affairs
Committee By-Laws
Goals for 2012
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Continue to develop influence with select governmental
entities (City Council, Community Redevelopment Agency, Lee County
Commission, Local State Delegation, and Local U.S. Delegation).
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Partner with Council for Progress on Economic
Development issues.
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Partner with
Southwest Florida Leadership Initiative (SWFLI) to educate our chamber
members about elected officials and candidates.
2012 Public Affairs Committee Programs
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Partner with SWFLI Candidate Schools – 1st
Quarter 2012
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Speed Politics – 2nd Quarter 2012
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Candidate Hobnob – July/August 2012
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Candidates Forum, October 2012
2011 Resolutions
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"E-Fairness" Internet Sales Tax
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Impact Fees
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North
Spreader
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Veteran's Flyover
Call President, Mike Quaintance at (239) 549-6900 x106 for
more information