The Business Advocate is a weekly e-newsletter available on request at no charge for Chamber investors. Publishing on the first business day of each week, it covers Chamber advocacy activities and government policy issues that impact the economy and business environment. Click here for a current list of local public meetings Click the links below…
January’s edition of Eggs & Issues focused on homelessness in Eau Claire where a panel of professionals provided attendees with an update on collaborations and actions taken by local businesses to address the complex public health issue. Brett Geboy, Community Relations Director for Hope Gospel Mission, shared updates of the Community Haven House, a day…
Public Meetings Calendar This calendar is updated weekly based upon information available on the calendars of local public entities in Eau Claire County. This information is subject to change and depends upon the accuracy of the information from the source. For information about Chamber advocacy activities and government policy issues that impact the economy and…
Mill Rates Explanation Property taxes are the responsibility of anyone owning property, such as land, buildings, and commercial areas, but how are these taxes calculated? Mill rates are a type of levy set by local governments every year to calculate property taxes. A single mill is equal to one dollar of tax for every 1,000…
In December, legislators representing districts in and around Eau Claire gathered to discuss important issues relevant to the Chippewa Valley. A panel including Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-67), Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-68), Rep. Karen Hurd (R-69), Rep. Jodi Emerson (D-91), Rep. Clint Moses (R-92), Rep. Christian Phelps (R-93), Sen. Romaine Quinn (R-25), and Sen. Jesse James…