Cap-and-Trade: Industry Experts look at Tri-State Area

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The Siouxland Industrial Roundtable will feature the topic of Cap & Trade. Beth Trejo will be “tweeting” from the event via Twitter at @tre_beth. You can also follow along on the blog in the right hand column.

The panelist today, which include internationally recognized economist Margo Thorning, as well as William Fehrman, President for Mid American Energy, will look at how this proposed bill could effect the Tri-State Area.

Governor visited Siouxland and said, “Our future is bright in our state.”

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Governor Chet Culver and his “Moving Iowa Forward” campaign were a hot item for discussion today in Siouxland   as he spoke at the Convention Center. He discussed his budget and legislative priorities for 2010, providing             emphasis on creating and retaining Iowa jobs, investing in our children with the Iowa education reform and keeping the state’s budget balanced for the future. Faces in the audience for his speech included Sioux City Mayor, Mike Hobart, Sioux City Community School administrators and members of the school board, as well as representatives from area colleges and news outlets. For more information about the Governor’s “Moving Iowa Forward” campaign and more details about budget and legislative priorities for 2010 visit www.governor.iowa.gov.

How to Avoid Getting Facebook Hacked and More Practical Online Advice

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At the chamber we are always working on ways to promote our members and their businesses. A part of doing that is to help local businesses get acquainted with social networking and comfortable using online tools. Although we do believe that these tools can be a huge asset to business there are also things that you need to be cautious of when participating in online engagement. For example, do you really want everyone knowing that your “leaving for Hawaii, can’t wait for the entire week off!”? When in reality, the message you are sending to any criminal is “My house will be empty for the entire week, feel free to take all my valuables!”.

There are many tips and tricks for protecting yourself online and we are excited present an expert on this topic to present at the January Business Roundtable. On January 20th, Jeff Sypersma Supervisor of Technology Support with the Northwest Area Education Agency (AEA), will speak to Chamber members and their guests on practical ways to protect yourself on social networks such as Twitter, Facebook, and others. He will also be talking about what NOT to do on theses applications as well as how to avoid getting your account hacked. Decided not to use Twitter or Facebook? Not a problem, he will also be informing the group on business uses for Google Docs, Polleverywhere, and Skype. You never know when you may be able to learn a little, save a little and enjoy yourself.

This presentation will be held at the Siouxland Chamber on Jan, 20th from 11:30-1:30 and is free to all chamber members. There is a charge of $75 for non chamber members. Lunch will be available for $7. Please RSVP  to nthompson@siouxlandchamber.com  as seating is limited. Hope to see you there!

 -Beth Trejo, Director of Investor Relations, Siouxland Chamber

Sioux City Ranked 12th in Nation for Safe City

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Sioux City has been ranked 12th in the Nation by the Farmer’s Insurance Group for communities with populations of less than 150,000. To find out more about this deserving award see what Chris McGowan has to say on this week’s Positively Siouxland. Speaking of safety..don’t forget to stay safe on the icy roads Siouxland!

Sioux City Featured on Inside Business

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Welcome Back! Whether you took vacation time, enjoyed the 3-day weekend or maybe just took a mental vacation the last couple weeks. It’s officially 2010 and time to get back in the game. Here is a short video which was featured on Inside Business which showcases our very own Sioux City. What a refreshing start to the New Year!

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The Promenade Cinema Signs New Lease

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Main Street Theaters, the parent company of The Promenade Cinema in Sioux City announces that it has recently signed a new multi-year lease for the current location of the Promenade Cinema in Sioux City.  The new lease, signed in September, will continue for the next 15 years and will afford the opportunity for The Promenade Cinema to continue to provide the highest quality movie viewing experience for the people of Siouxland at its current location in Downtown Sioux City.

Recent issues regarding a conflict between California based Civic Partners, owners of the 4th Street Retail Complex where Main Street Theaters leases space, First National Bank of Sioux City and the City of Sioux City has caused a significant amount of confusion for Sioux City customers.

Bill Barstow, President of Main Street Theaters confirmed, “We would like to state unequivocally that the Promenade Cinema 14 has a valid long term lease in the 4th Street Retail Complex and assurances have been provided from all parties involved that whatever the resolution of the dispute between those entities the lease will be honored in its entirety.”

First National Bank of Sioux City is the mortgage holder on the property.  “Whatever may be the resolution of the issues between the bank and Civic Partners it will not affect the theatre’s lease status.” Added Ron Adams, speaking for First National Bank of Sioux City.

The Promenade Cinema 14 has been a driving force in bringing a significant number of customers into the 4th Street Historic District each and every year since its opening in November of 2004.  Barstow acknowledged, “The Promenade Cinema draws well in excess of 300,000 visitors each year and passed the 1.5 million mark earlier this year.  Industry statistics show that the theatre also commands a dominating market share of 65-70% each and every week.”

Barstow added, “In addition to providing the Siouxland area with the finest in customer amenities including stadium seating, expanded concession selections, Digital projection with Dolby 3D technology and a host of others, Main Street Theatres and the Promenade Cinema 14 also takes seriously its role as a community asset.”

Selling the Sioux City Metro-See How its Done

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Many people take for granted that as a community, it is important to have someone out there “selling”  the Sioux City Metro area. There is no one better to do just that than Chris McGowan, VP of The Siouxland Initiative (economic development arm of the chamber).

“Chris McGowan gave a great speech, about the successes of Siouxland Initiative, at the annual MAEDC (Mid America Economic Development Council) Competitive Conference in Chicago, Illinois last week.  As a member of the MAEDC board, it made me very proud to live in Siouxland and be associated with the Siouxland Initiative.  Keep up the good work, Chris!” -Brad Howard, Economic Development Consultant,MidAmerican Energy

Most of the time recruiting businesses and negotiations are kept highly confidential. Here is a sneak peak at what Chris does and how the Initiative has managed to be successful.

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Industrial Roundtable- Cap and Trade

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Siouxland Industrial Roundtable to feature experts on

the economic impact of pending Cap & Trade legislation

You and your associates are invited to attend a special session of the Siouxland Industrial Roundtable.  The lunch meeting will be Thursday, January 14, 2010 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Marina Inn, South Sioux City, NE.

Panelists for the session will include:

Dr. Margo Thorning, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist with the American Council for Capital Formation. Dr. Thorning has testified as an expert witness on environmental issues including Cap and Trade before various U.S. congressional committees, including the Senate Finance Committee, Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, the Joint Economic Committee, the Senate Governmental Affairs Committee, the House Ways and Means Committee, the House Energy and Commerce Committee, and the House Committee on Government Reform. Dr Thorning recently released a report that details the economic effect of Cap & Trade on the Midwest.

William Fehrman, President and CEO of MidAmerican Energy. As the President and CEO of MidAmerican Energy a leader in the supply and distribution of energy in the U.S. and U.K. consumer markets, with approximately 6.7 million electricity and natural gas customers, Mr. Fehrman has published and presented numerous times on the economic effect of Cap and Trade legislation, specifically as it pertains to energy consumers in the Midwest.  Mr. Fehrman has testified before the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on this subject.

You will not want to miss this discussion and a chance to ask questions of the leading experts in the country on Cap and Trade. We also plan to discuss ways we can influence the legislative process of Cap and Trade as well.

Reservation information is as follows:
Date:  Thursday, January 14 – Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Place:  Marina Inn, South Sioux City, NE
Luncheon Cost:  $40.00
You may register and pay online at www.siouxlandchamber.com/siouxland-industrial-roundtable.html
or RSVP to Mary Koster at 712-255-7903 or mkoster@siouxlandchamber.com
Please make your check payable to and mail to:
Siouxland Chamber of Commerce
Attn:  Mary Koster
101 Pierce Street
Sioux City, IA  51101
Registration Deadline:  Friday, January 8, 2010

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Sincerely,

Dexter Schaible

President

Soo Tractor Sweeprake Company

Chair, Siouxland Industrial Roundtable

A Holiday Greeting from the Chamber Staff

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A holiday greeting from all the staff at the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce. “Dancing” below are (left to right: Beth Trejo- Director of Investor Relations, Barbara Sloniker-VP of Govt. Relations & Transportation, Chris McGowen- Executive VP,Siouxland Initiative, Joseph Wright-VP of Technology Transfer, Siouxland Intiative, Debi Durham, President.

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