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Tri-City Mayors to Give Proclamations for Chamber Week 2012

Submitted by Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce, Membership/Investment Organization
Monday, May 14th, 2012, 10:10am
Tri-City Mayors to Give Proclamations for Chamber Week 2012

WARNER ROBINS, GA- Warner Robins Mayor, Chuck Shaheen; Centerville Mayor, John Harley; and Perry Mayor, Jimmy Faircloth will give an official proclamation for the 2012 Chamber Week TODAY at 2:00p.m.  Event will be held at the Chamber offices; 1228 Watson Blvd.  The Robins Regional Chamber anticipates an exciting time as they host the very first Chamber Week (May 14- 18, 2012).  A brand new initiative of the Chamber, the week will showcase the role that the Chamber plays in the community by focusing on leadership development, community and government advocacy, education and networking.

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Baldwin County Commissioners Agenda

Submitted by Jacqueline Harnevious, 13WMAZ Community Web Producer
Friday, May 11th, 2012, 1:19pm
Baldwin County Commissioners Agenda

The next Baldwin County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting is set for Tuesday, May 15 at 6 p.m.

That's in the Commission Chambers in Suite 319.

Agenda:

  • Invocation
  • Call to Order
  • Approval of Minutes
    --Minutes of April 17, 2012 Public Hearing and Regular Meeting
  • Administrative/Fical Matters
    1. Property Acquisition for GEFA water project-- County Manager
    2. Resolutions for Equipment Lease-- Assistant Finance Director
    3. DOT/FAA Contract for INstallation of Security Fencing at Airport-- Finance Director
    4. Financial Report for 2012 1st Quarter-- Finance Director
    5. County Swimming Pool--County Manager
    6. County Manager's report
    7. Milledgeville-Baldwin County Unification Steering Committee--Ken Vance
    8. Soccer Program-- Keith Barlow
    9. Accounts Payable List Dated May 15, 2012

    Public Comment Period for Non-Agenda items
    Adjournment
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Sen. Cecil Staton: "Eliminating the 'Marriage Penalty on Georgia Families"

Submitted by Senate Press on Wednesday, May 9th, 4:54 pm
Sen. Cecil Staton: "Eliminating the 'Marriage Penalty on Georgia Families"

by Senator Cecil Staton

 

The landmark tax reform package passed during the 2012 legislative session has been touted as being good for business. Companies seeking to relocate or expand operations in Georgia will now be able to take advantage of several key incentives that reduce the corporate tax burden, promote industry growth and advance opportunity.

However, HB 386 is a bill that is also good for families. While the elimination of the vehicle ad valorem, or “birthday tax”, has received quite a bit of attention, there are several other components of the bill that will positively impact families. One in particular is the increased individual personal exemption for married couples who jointly file from $5,400 to $7,000—effectively removing the in-state “marriage penalty” for Georgians.

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Chamber Week Starts in One Week

Submitted by Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce, Membership/Investment Organization
Tuesday, May 8th, 2012, 7:54am
Chamber Week Starts in One Week

WARNER ROBINS, GA- The Robins Region is anticipating an exciting time as the Robins Regional Chamber hosts the very first Chamber Week (May 14- 18, 2012); a brand new initiative which showcases the role that the Chamber plays in the community by focusing on leadership development, community and government advocacy, education and networking.

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Senior Citizens Event

Submitted by Warner Robins P... on Wednesday, May 2nd, 3:03 pm
Senior Citizens Event

Captain Clay with WRPD Community Initiatives and Public Information Officer Tabitha Pugh had a great time at the Senior Citizens Event at the Wellston Center this morning.

The information fair, hosted by Eighth District U.S. Representative Austin Scott, was attended by several different government agencies to answer questions and give out important information concerning senior citizens.

The WRPD was on hand to give out safety information as well as safety lights that clip on clothing.  The lights were a big hit. 

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Robins Region Celebrates Chamber Week

Submitted by Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce, Membership/Investment Organization
Tuesday, April 24th, 2012, 4:41pm

WARNER ROBINS, GA- The Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announced the very first Chamber Week (May 14-18, 2012); a brand new initiative which showcases the role that the Chamber plays in the community by focusing on leadership development, community and government advocacy, education and networking.

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Youth Leadership Robins Region Class of 2012 Graduates

Submitted by Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce, Membership/Investment Organization
Thursday, April 19th, 2012, 9:53am
Youth Leadership Robins Region Class of 2012 Graduates

WARNER ROBINS, GA- The Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce honored 28 outstanding high school juniors at the 2012 Youth Leadership Robins Region Graduation Ceremony on Tuesday, April 17th.

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