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Hello Delaney!
Lunch Bunch was a roaring success! Thanks to all of you that came to this hot, new, networking venture! Keep your calendars marked for Fun Bunch, which will meet Friday, Feb. 19, 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Fat Daddy's. Don't forget to send me your news, give me your input, and forward our newsletter to potential Chamber members. |
 | The 82nd Annual Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet! |
 It's almost time for the night of all nights! The Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet, held at the Waxahachie Civic Center is slated for Thursday, February 25, 2010 at 7 p.m. At this yearly event, the Chamber recognizes the outgoing Chair and presents awards for Ambassador of the Year, Business of the Year, Industry of the Year, and more. This year's generous sponsors include Atmos Energy, Baylor Medical Center Waxahachie, Kevin Chester of Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson, Oncor Electric, Southwest Securities FSB, Vintage Bank, Chicago Title, Bell Insurance Agency, Scarborough Faire Renaissance Festival, Southwestern Assemblies of God University, Citizens National Bank, Criminal Defense Attorney Joe Gallo, Compton's Carpet Cleaning and Custom Caregivers. Reservations are now being accepted. Seats are $38, which includes a delicious dinner catered by My Sisters Affair. Please RSVP to Karen Maxwell at kmaxwell@waxahachiechamber.com. For sponsorship opportunities or more information, visit www.waxahachiechamber.com or call 972-937-2390. |
| Get Your Booth at the LifeStyles Home and Family Expo! |
Saturday, March 6, Waxahachie Civic Center 2000 Civic Center Lane The 2010 Lifestyles Home and Family Expo, features businesses of every kind and offers something for everyone. There will be kids activities and product demos, door prizes and giveaways. Also, "A Taste of Waxahachie," will be featured in the Crape Myrtle room, where local eateries will give away delicious samplings of what they have to offer.
Lifestyles Home and Family Expo welcomes over 5,000 attendees through its doors, making it a vital marketing tool. Every business interested in expanding their customer base should be there. It's not too late, but HURRY! Booth space is running out! |
| Chamber Office Space For Rent! |
| Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce office space available beginning February 2010. *10' x 10' office
*$400.00 per month
*Includes utilities, security system and use of conference room
*WIFI also available.
Tenant would be responsible for installation of telephone and the monthly billing. Please call 972-937-2390 for more information. |
| City of Waxahachie Recieves Incentives From Oncor  |
Waxahachie, TX - February 2, 2010 - For the second time this year, the City of Waxahachie will be awarded an incentive check from Oncor's Take A Load Off, TexasSM Government Facilities Program (GFP). The city will receive $3,064 for incorporating high efficiency lighting and air conditioning systems in the new Senior Center. Waxahachie first received incentives this July for upgrading air conditioning equipment at the Civic Center.
In addition to financial incentives, the GFP offers no-cost technical assistance to facilitate the implementation of energy efficiency upgrade projects. The incentive amount was determined by the total amount of energy the city will save. The new systems installed by Waxahachie will save more than 31,200 kilowatt-hours of electricity per year, equivalent to the carbon dioxide emissions of about 2,500 gallons of gasoline, according to Environmental Protection Agency calculations.
"The Government Facilities Program has helped our city and our community by saving taxpayer dollars and improving public facilities," said City Manager Paul Stevens. "We will continue to work with Oncor to identify future efficiency opportunities."
The GFP worked with the city to involve personnel from all departments in the decision-making process so that everyone understood the financial benefits of investing in the project. "Energy efficiency just makes sound financial sense," said Charles Harris, Director of Finance. "Even though higher-performing equipment can cost more initially, the reduced energy use more than offsets that very quickly."
"We identified a real need for an energy efficiency program that specifically targets municipalities, especially as budgets are spread thin," said Paul Hernandez,Area Manager for Oncor. "By partnering with the local government to reduce energy costs, these valuable saved resources can be used for other needed projects." |
| Chick-fil-A Special Events |
| Chick-fil-A of Waxahachie 996 W. Hwy. 287 Bypass Waxahachie, TX 75165 Saturday, Feb. 13, 8:30-10:00 a.m. Breakfast With the Cow Kid's Valentine Party! - Kids of all ages come have breakfast with the Chick-fil-A Cow, and make your own Valentine Sundae! We'll have fun Valentine's activities for you!
Wednesday, Feb. 24, 5-8 p.m. - Meet the Candidate Night - Chick-fil-A will be hosting all of the candidates for our local elections. This will be an informal Meet & Greet where you can gather information on each candidate and meet them personally. Guests will also receive one of our new Yogurt Parfaits as well as our new 100% Columbian Coffee--complimentary! Make sure to put this special opportunity on your calendar! For more info please call 972-937-1504. |
| The Greenery's Two Day Auction!! |
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| Lillian Value Homes Ribbon Cutting & Open House Rescheduled! |
Wednesday, Feb. 17, 4:30-6:30 p.m. 135 Sierra Dr. Waxahachie, TX 75167 Due to expected inclement weather, Lillian Value Homes Open House and Ribbon Cutting has been rescheduled! Please join the festivities at this event, located in the Settler's Glen subdivision, now featuring Lillian Value Homes. For more information call 972-937-8990. |
| Navarro College Small Business Development Center Seminar |
 THE TEXAS ROADMAP-Writing a Winning Business Plan Tuesday, February 23, from 10:00-Noon Citizen's National Bank 310 N. 9th Street Midlothian 76065
Have you ever heard the saying, "If you don't know where you're going, be careful because you might get there"? Starting a business without a plan is like going on a trip without a map. A business plan steers you in the right direction to start, build and manage your business.
The Navarro College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will sponsor a session on Writing a Winning Business Plan. Robin Lasher, experienced entrepreneur and Director at Navarro College SBDC, will explore the reasons why a business plan is critical to the success of any business, especially if the business owners are looking to get a loan or an investor. Robin will explain the general format, the sections of a business plan, and what information is required for each section.
Cost of the workshop is $20.00 and is for anyone wishing to start a business or already in business. Pre-registration is required, as seating is limited. To register, call the Navarro College SBDCat (972) 923-6425 or email sbdc@navarrocollege.edu.
*Navarro College SBDC is a partnership program with the U.S. Small Business Administration. |
| Vintage Bank Bake Sale for Relay for Life |
All Three Locations of Friday, Feb. 12, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Come buy sweets for your sweet and support a fantastic cause! For more information, call 972-935-5213.
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Remember, if you miss any of the newsletters or need to see one again, we will now be archiving them. Check them out at http://waxahachiechamber.com/newsletter/default.php! Michelle R. Finch Membership Director Waxahachie Chamber Of Commerce & Convention and Visitors Bureau |
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