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Chamber Corner for September 5th  |
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NEW YORK IS STILL A GREAT STATE
Written by Todd Tranum, President/CEO Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce and Executive Director of the Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier
In my job at the Chamber of Commerce and Manufacturers Association there is often a difficult balance between being the deliverer of ‘not so good’ information and communicating the positive points about the economic climate of New York State. Between national and regional news there has been a lot of ‘not so good’ news about the economy. Consumer confidence is still struggling. There are still a lot of people trying to find work. On top of it all the political process in Albany and the handling of the State budget has undermined public confidence in our leaders. Yet, in the midst of all the ‘not so good’ news we should not lose focus on the things that are good about New York State. At a recent presentation by Dennis Mullen, the President/CEO of Empire State Development, we were reminded that New York has a lot to be proud of. Here are some very positive economic development facts about New York State.
Population:
* New York State is the 3rd most populous state in the country
* Ranks 5 out of 50 states in share of population with Advanced Degrees (1 to 4 are MA, MD CT, VA)
Economy:
* We have the 15th largest economy in the world
* Our 2007 per capita personal income was $46,364, placing us 6th in the nation behind Maryland and 8th in the world behind Ireland
* Ranks 3 out of 50 states in value of Foreign Direct Investment (CA is 1, TX is 2)
* Ranks 3 out of 50 states in value of international exports (TX is 1, CA is 2)
* Ranks 2 in percent of total jobs that are “Gazelle jobs” (Gazelles are companies with annual sales revenues that has grown 20% or more for 4 straight years) (#1 is Nebraska)
* NYS’ overall score for the New Economy Index has grown from 16th highest in 1999 to 11th in 2002 to 10th in 2008
* Ranks 1 out of 50 in small business investment.
* Ranks 7 out of 50 in microenterprises—the number per 100 people in the labor force.
* Ranks 1 out of 50 in amount of need-based college financial aid for undergrads.
(Source: Empire State Development)
We should not ignore that we have a lot of work to get done to restore New York to its dominant status in the national and global economy. But we too need to be reminded that New York State has a lot to offer.
CHAUTAUQUA LIGHT THE LAKES – TONIGHT
Fireworks begin at 9:31 p.m. Locations include, Bemus Point, Findley Lake, Lakewood, Mayville, Westfield/Barcelona and Jamestown Savings Bank Ice Arena. Additional fireworks will be at Bemus Point, Stow Ferry, Overlook and Long Point.
For more information on this event, please visit www.ilovenylakes.com.
KISS THE SUMMER GOODBYE – NETWORKING EVENT SEPT. 9TH
The Dunkirk Community Chamber will hold the Kiss the Summer Goodbye Networking Event on September 9th. Come celebrate the end of summer down on the pier and enjoy the last jam of the year!! The renowned U2 Tribute band, ELEVATION will be rocking the pier and there will be fireworks following the show!!!! The event starts at 6pm and lasts until 10pm. It will take place on the Dunkirk City Pier. The cost for the event is $5 for members and $10 for non members. No registration is necessary. Ticket price includes food and drinks from Spike Dailey’s, Campi’s and Yummys’.
CHAMBER ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT – SEPT. 10TH
The Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament will be held at Chautauqua Golf Club, Hill Course. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. with a shotgun start and four person scramble at 11:00 a.m. Cocktail hour starts at 5:00 p.m. with dinner and banquet following at 6:00 p.m. Cost to participate is $150 for Chamber Members and $175 for Non-Members. To register, visit chautauquachamber.org or call 716-366-6200 or 716-484-1101. This event is sponsored by CCIDA, Cliffstar, DFT/Netsync, Fredonia Place, Jamestown Mattress, Lakeshore Savings Bank, Lawley Tradition Agency, NRG Dunkirk Power, LLC, Petri Baking Products, Inc., Star Media Group, Strearns & Wheler GHD, The OBSERVER, The Post Journal, and Time Warner Cable.
FREDONIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS THE TASTE OF FREDONIA – SEPT. 11th
We invite you to visit the Village of Fredonia to get a Taste of Fredonia during the Red, White and Blues Festival. The Fredonia Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Festivals Fredonia is holding the Taste of Fredonia from 12pm to 7pm Saturday September 11th at the Barker Commons. Eight local restaurants and food retailers will be selling samples of their delicious signature dishes. This annual bash celebrates local red and white wines, brews and blues with FREE music in the park and throughout the village. Activities for the whole family, vendors and the Farmer’s Market round out the festivities! This year's headliner artist performing FREE in the Barker Commons Gazebo on Saturday September 11th at 4:30pm, will be "The Sauce Boss," Bill Wharton, and his blues band. Additional details and schedule of events for the 2010 Festival can be found at www.festivalsfredonia.com or call 716-366-6200 for more information.
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