Leon County jobs: A by-the-numbers look at the workforce landscape
The problem, in many cases, is matching skilled job seekers with available employment vacancies. Trades, such as heating and air conditioning mechanics and installers, remain in high demand but employers are having trouble filling positions. […]
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Children’s Services Council weighs adjusting property tax rate
From the Tallahassee Democrat Local retirees and property owners voiced their concerns about next year’s millage rate for the Children’s Services Council of Leon County. During public comment at a meeting Thursday, Leon County residents cited rising costs as the reason for the council to keep the same millage rate or reduce it. “You need to think […]
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Airport’s International Processing Facility to bring unseen global access to capital city
From the Tallahassee Democrat A $28-million capital investment to Tallahassee’s airport is expected to unlock international access for travelers and economic development. In a few years, residents will be able to book non-stop flights overseas, including charter, business or general aviation flights. Some could include flights to the Caribbean, Central and South America and Canada. The International Processing Facility is arguably one […]
Important Information Regarding Children’s Services Council Grant Process/Funding
The Children’s Services Council (CSC) has provided information on the selection process and approval of funds. […]
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Children’s Services Council of Leon County identifies $1.6 million for summer programs
From the Tallahassee Democrat Roughly $1.6 million from the Children’s Services Council of Leon County is slated to be distributed this summer to more than 50 programs. This is the CSC’s first wave of funding following a key decision by the county’s electorate nearly two years. In 2020, voters passed a referendum to generate funds — up […]
Tallahassee’s final frontier? Launch Tally aims to acquire rocket or some other space symbol
Launch Tally, an initiative kicked off in March, attracted roughly 200 to 300 industry leaders and rallied the tech sector to highlight what’s taking place in Tallahassee. Some say a bold statement is needed to punctuate what’s here. […]
Housing crunch: Prosperity Forum spotlights Tallahassee’s affordable housing crisis
“The data right now really tells us a very important story about the crisis that we’re in,” said Sha’Ron James, a government affairs consultant and attorney at Gunster law firm, who chairs the Chamber’s Community and Prosperity Committee. […]
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Housing crunch: Prosperity Forum spotlights Tallahassee’s affordable housing crisis
From the Tallahassee Democrat Industry experts at this week’s 2022 Prosperity Forum cautioned the business community about Tallahassee’s high-cost housing market and the dangers ahead if more isn’t done to address it. The forum sponsored by the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce shined a light on Tallahassee’s affordable housing crisis and how it’s impacting renters, property […]
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Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce brings the community together to expand affordable housing access
“We believe that every citizen in this community deserves to live in a safe, quality, and affordable space,” said Tallahassee Chamber Community and Prosperity Committee member Sha’Ron James. […]
The Tallahassee Chamber’s Prosperity Forum tackles the issue of affordable housing
Tallahassee real estate expert Christic Henry shared extensive data, showing that the purchase price of Tallahassee housing – even in the town’s more “affordable” areas – is relentlessly rising. […]
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New committee to address generational poverty in Tallahassee
The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce is trying to increase access to affordable housing. They’re teaming up with nonprofits like the Florida Housing Coalition to make it happen. […]
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We must address affordable housing in Tallahassee | Opinion
For some communities, down payment assistance, credit repair and financial literacy programs may increase homeownership, while local government policies to encourage affordable housing development may also be needed to improve access to affordable, high-quality rental units. […]
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We must address affordable housing in Tallahassee | Opinion
From the Tallahassee Democrat Like many communities across the country, Tallahassee is in the midst of a housing crisis. Not only is the lack of affordable housing impacting under-resourced families across the city but having a sufficient stock of housing that is affordable is an integral part of community revitalization and economic development. Solutions to […]
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Local organization, Future Pathways, helping people with disabilities find a job
To expand their reach in the community, Future Pathways will be giving a presentation on the advantages of hiring people with disabilities to the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce on May 17th. […]
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Classroom Connection Fund helping students stay on track during summer break
At the end of the year, each student will be sent home with a kit including books, flashcards and worksheets to help them prep for first grade […]
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Leon Works ensures our community’s readiness for tomorrow’s opportunities | Opinion
From the Tallahassee Democrat Across the nation, local communities are working together to strategize on talent development initiatives to cultivate future talent. In our community, we are anticipating more than 70,000 skilled job openings becoming available by 2026. The Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality (OEV) is currently working with several new and local companies, […]
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Amazon Primer: A Tallahassee jobseekers guide to landing a job in the coming hiring blitz
From the Tallahassee Democrat The burning question job seekers want to know is: How can they land employment at Amazon’s new fulfillment center in Tallahassee? They’ll have to wait a little while longer for the exact answer, despite Amazon’s announcement last year on its plans to build a giant 635,000 square-foot robotics fulfillment center off Mahan Drive near Interstate 10. It […]
25 Women for 2022: At Chamber, Corrie Melton works to connect students with careers
From the Tallahassee Democrat Corrie Melton may be best known for her work as the Vice President of Membership and Talent Development at the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, but her roots are in education. As a lifelong Tallahasseean descended from educators, she was a fifth grade teacher when DeSoto Trail Elementary School opened its doors. […]
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A new appreciation and fresh perspective of Tallahassee | Opinion
From the Tallahassee Democrat As a fifth-generation Tallahasseean, the quality and diversity of this amazing community has been instilled in me since birth. Only through my recent experience as a member of Leadership Tallahassee Class 38, have I truly come to appreciate what this community means to me. Leadership Tallahassee, a program of the Tallahassee […]
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With efforts like Launch Tally, collaboration is for the greater good | Dowling
The answer is good things come from collaborating, new ideas, new introductions, networking and finding commonality where you assumed there might not be any. Check them out at LaunchTally.com […]
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Why I joined the Chamber
“The Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce has always been here serving the business community. I think it’s important for business owners and managers in Tallahassee to really look at all of the new services the Chamber is providing that especially new businesses. The Business Advocacy Committee over the last few years has lead the charge on every major public policy issue the community has faced. With the BAC’s efforts, the business community is on the front end of discussions helping to lead direction and provide facts instead of waiting for things to happen. We owe the Chamber a lot of kudos for their proactive focus.”
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