Whenever the state legislature is in session, the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce is in Lansing, working on behalf of our members, and the entire West Michigan Business community. Our team works at the local, state and federal levels to ensure the voice of West Michigan business is heard, offering our members the chance to get involved in policy issues, get to know their elected officials and have a say in creating a business-friendly climate in the state.
2010 Government Affairs Survey
The recent survey conducted the Chamber’s Government Affairs division drew a resounding response. More than 600 members of the area business community from a variety of the industries participated and 33% of the total respondents were owners of small businesses. Members shared their opinions on a series of public policy issues and the results will be used to guide the Chamber’s 2010 advocacy efforts. It was of little surprise that the surveyed reported the economic climate of Michigan as the utmost concern, followed by the national economy and management of the state budget.
A more detailed summary of the survey can be found here.
Take Action
As a member-driven organization, we rely on your expertise.Your input is of great value to Chamber leadership and will help us make your voice heard in Grand Rapids City Hall, Lansing and Washington D.C. With your participation, we can serve you better and work to develop positive legislative solutions to public policy decisions affecting our business community. If you are interested in assisting the Government Affairs Division define issues in support of your business interests, we welcome your involvement.
View our committees here or take action by visiting Act for West Michigan.
To view a list of state budget reforms suggested by statewide business coalitions, click here.
To view a PowerPoint outlining the reconstruction on I-196 in 2010, some alternate routes, mitigation measures and some of the communication tools, click here.