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2012 Annual Conference Presentations Available

John Doggett discussed ways our region can continue to be competitive, where our growth areas will be in the future as well as ways Tallahassee can be creative with our economy and public/private partnerships. Kim Lear’s interactive presentation discussed the four generations currently in the workplace, how to recognize the stereotypes that prevent us from […]

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Tallahassee Chamber Endorses Continuation of Half-Penny Tax for Schools

~ Proposal is Best Way to Ensure Quality Education for Leon County’s Children ~ Acting decisively to build the best possible future for Leon County’s children, the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce today endorsed a proposal to extend the half-penny sales tax for Leon County Schools. “After […]

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Town & Gown Tallahassee: Town Hall Meeting Video Available

Town and Gown (TAG) Tallahassee conducted their fifth in a series of best practices forums in town and gown relationships – drawing on the best ideas from across the country. The forums was held at the City of Tallahassee Commission chambers, on Thursday, March 22, at 7:00 p.m., representatives from the City of East Lansing […]

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Incentives Life-Cycles

Guest Blogger: Margo Thomas, Marlynn Consulting Group, LLC In order to successfully navigate the economic incentives process, you must first understand the different phases associated with the economic incentive project. Phase #1 – Incentive Interest & Research During this stage, the following activities are undertaken by a business: Recognizes the need to expand or relocate; […]

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Business, Education Leaders To Review Need for Extension Of Half-Cent Sales Tax for Schools

Chamber Chairman Bill Moor and President Sue Dick announced that Tallahassee Community College President Jim Murdaugh will chair the Capital Improvements Review Team (CIRT) process on behalf of the Chamber and the local business community. Leon County Schools Superintendent Jackie Pons asked the Chamber to review the school district’s recommendations for how the resources would […]

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Chamber Addressing “West Tennessee Transit Pilot Project”

On behalf of the business community, the Chamber’s Growth Management and Governmental Affairs Committees are addressing an initiative known as “Moving Tallahassee – Cars Optional.” This initiative is a pending proposal to implement a pilot program involving the conversion of the outside lanes of Tennessee Street, between Monroe and Ocala, from vehicle travel lanes to […]

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Timing Is Important For QTI Claims

Over the years, businesses have inquired about the economic incentive compliance process. In this blog post, I wanted to provide you with a list of important dates and timelines associated with the Claims or Payment Process of Florida’s economic incentive programs, like QTI. Important Dates/Timelines QTI Claim Process October / November Business Receives Claim Application […]

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Tax Planning On The Move

Guest Blogger: Adam Watson, Watson & Associates, PA, CPAs This year marks my tenth year in the field of public accounting. As with many professionals leaving college, I quickly learned how little my schooling had to do with the real world. This is especially true in the field of tax planning and preparation. We are […]

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